Why humans and animals never see the same reality
Sometimes I forget that what I see feels obvious only because I have seen it for so long. Blue looks blue, a wall looks still, and light feels reliable, so the mind settles and mov…
How algorithms are reshaping reading habits
The pursuit of reading as a hobby has seen contradictory impulses in the last few years. While we assume that people are reading less because of multiple distractions, facts prove…
Hospitality expansion drives Oman’s hotel revenue growth to RO 193 million
BUSINESS REPORTERMUSCAT, DEC 28Hotel revenues in Oman rose by more than 18% year-on-year between January and September 2025 to reach a new nine-month high of RO 193.4 million ($505…
FCA’s Deputy CEO on how women can reach the top
The Financial Conduct Authority’s new deputy chief executive has urged women not to rule themselves out of senior jobs.Sarah Pritchard, who took over her role in June, has made the…
2026 prospects and risks
In 2026, GDP growth is projected at 2.5-3.1%, lower than in the pre-pandemic period of roughly 3.7%. However, it does not reflect recessionary averages. The climate of uncertainty…
Credit Oman insured sales reach RO 264.7 million by Q3
MUSCAT: Credit Oman’s insured sales of domestically produced and export goods in the industrial sector reached RO 264.7 million by the end of the third quarter of this year, reflec…
Al Duqm emerges as Oman’s launchpad for Petrochemicals 2.0
MUSCAT, DEC 28A new chapter in Oman’s industrial development is taking shape in Al Duqm, as policymakers, energy companies and industrial leaders converge around a shared vision fo…
Jabal Al Akhdar witnesses RO9 million development projects
The Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdar is witnessing the implementation of a package of development, service and tourism projects being carried out by Al Dakhiliyah Governorate at a tot…
Except for Eids, Oman announces public holidays for 2026
To improve the efficiency of institutional and administrative planning, the Council of Ministers has approved the advance announcement, at the beginning of each Gregorian year, of…
Ministry plans to develop a mountain biking trail
Muscat – As part of the efforts to give a unique tourism experience, the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has unveiled plans to design and develop a dedicated mountain biking…