Oman to advance 20 PPP and Offset projects in 2026
MUSCAT, Jan 2More than 20 projects and initiatives are planned for advancement and implementation during 2026 under the Omani government’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programm…
Stocks hit highest since 2021 in first session of New Year
Emerging market stocks hit a near five-year high in the first trading session of 2026 as a batch of data showed solid manufacturing activity, setting an upbeat tone for a year tha…
Oman’s progress highlights the power of political participation
Political participation is a cornerstone of modern societies. It encourages citizens to engage actively in building their nations by contributing ideas, proposals and solutions to…
When Nirvana came knocking on memory’s door
While preparing food for my hoard of Kitzanians, I started humming a song that I have not heard for decades. It took me by surprise as first: I could not remember the name of the s…
9 ways to take care of your mental health
Christina Caron and Dana G. SmithAs 2025 comes to a close, and another busy holiday season wraps up, pause to spare a thought for your brain. Does it need some TLC? These tips can…
Oman to witness Quadrantid meteor shower tomorrow
The sky of the Sultanate of Oman will witness tomorrow evening and the dawn of the day after tomorrow a Quadrantid meteor shower.One of the most abundant annual meteor showers pea…
MOH lists procedures for premarital medical tests
For those wishing to marry, the Ministry of Health (MOH) has listed the procedure for the premarital medical examination:The physician reviews the medical history—including chronic…
9 ways to take care of your mental health in 2026
These tips can help you take care of — and improve — your mental and cognitive health now and throughout 2026.Here is some of the best advice we learned from experts in 2025 about…
Muscat Nights: Free shuttle service
Mwasalat will free shuttle bus to Muscat Nights between 4 and 11 pm.Buses will operate to Qurum Natural Park, one of the venues, from Fateh Square and Al Araimi Complex at a freque…
RO 100 million annually set for the job programme
The General State Budget for the fiscal year 2025 indicates a 5-per cent increase in general revenues, reaching approximately RO 11.760 billion, compared to the approved revenues i…