Oman gears up to boost silica sand exports
MUSCAT, APRIL 19Omani exports of silica sand — an increasingly important input for global solar panel manufacturing and electronics industries — are set to increase following a key…
When everyone agrees, something is wrong
There is a particular kind of meeting that feels like success. Everyone around the table nods. The proposal moves forward without objection. The leader leaves with a sense of align…
Wheat harvest begins in Al Sharqiyah South
MUSCAT: Wheat harvesting has commenced in the Wilayats of Al Kamil W’al Wafi, Sur and Jaalan Bani Bu Hassan in Al Sharqiyah South Governorate, marking the start of the 2025/2026 ag…
Aluminium recycling forum set for April 22
SUHAR: The third Aluminium Scrap Recycling Symposium, organised by Sohar Aluminium in cooperation with the Environment Authority, will commence on Wednesday, April 22, at the JW Ma…
Oman gains strategic ground as Gulf routes come under strain, IMF says
MUSCAT, APRIL 19Oman is emerging in a stronger relative position than several of its Gulf neighbours as war-related disruption hits trade, energy and transport links across the reg…
Cunha strike earns Man United 1-0 win at Chelsea
LONDON: A 43rd-minute strike from Matheus Cunha earned Manchester United a 1-0 victory at Chelsea on Saturday, taking them a big step towards Champions League football next seaso…
Confused about the new cholesterol guidelines? Here’s what to know.
Your cholesterol levels can affect your risk of heart disease and stroke. And the longer you have high cholesterol, the greater your risk.That’s why leading medical groups recommen…
Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties to win Copa del Rey
SEVILLE, Spain: Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties to win the Copa del Rey on Saturday following a 2-2 draw after extra time, with their goalkeeper Unai Marrero…
Messi scores winner as Miami down Colorado on coach debut
Los Angeles, United States: Lionel Messi gifted Inter Miami’s new coach a 3-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids with a brace including a spectacular late winner in front of 75,000…
Rybakina powers past Andreeva to reach Stuttgart final
Stuttgart, Germany: Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina surged to a 7-5, 6-1 victory over teenager Mirra Andreeva on Saturday and will face Karolina Muchova for the title in S…