Egyptian steel firm to set up major fabrication facility in Duqm
FMC-Ferrometalco, a leading Egyptian steel fabrication and construction company, has signed an agreement to invest in the establishment of a major facility specializing in the fabr…
Students brief OPAZ chairman on Duqm internship
Qais Al Yousef, Chairman, Public Authority for Special Economic Zones & Free Zones (OPAZ), was briefed by 18 Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) students on their internship projects an…
Trump says US will hit Iran ‘very hard tonight’
WASHINGTON: The United States will hit Iran “very hard tonight” and will soon take control of the Middle Eastern country’s oil and gas infrastructure and markets, US President D…
Jabal Shams stays cool while Oman swelters
Muscat: As temperatures across Oman continue to soar, with Fahud recording 48°C in the past 24 hours and several locations crossing 46°C, one place remains a refreshing exception….
India monsoon slows; below-average rain seen over next two weeks
MUMBAI: India is expected to receive below-average rainfall over the next two weeks, especially in central and northern regions, as “western disturbances” have slowed the progre…
Military helicopter crash in Pakistani Kashmir killed 22, security sources say
MUZAFFARABAD: At least 22 personnel were killed in Wednesday’s military helicopter crash in Pakistani Kashmir, security sources said on Thursday, as funeral processions were held…
US and Iranian attacks dent ceasefire, Iranian sources say talks intensify
DUBAI/WASHINGTON: The United States and Iran traded air attacks on Thursday, and President Donald Trump threatened more strikes if Tehran does not immediately agree to a peace dea…
Trump not planning to attend Team USA’s WC opener
Washington: President Donald Trump is not planning to attend Team USA’s World Cup opening match against Paraguay, according to multiple media reports published on Wednesday. US me…
Iran seeks funds as US talks edge to interim deal
DUBAI: Efforts to reach a preliminary deal between Iran and the U.S. have intensified, three Iranian sources and a European official told Reuters on Thursday, despite strikes l…
Buying gold? Here’s how to make sure you’re not overpaying
Muscat: Gold remains one of the most popular purchases in Oman, whether for weddings, gifts or long-term savings. Yet many shoppers walk into jewellery stores without fully underst…