Trump to announce a coalition to escort ships this week
The Trump administration plans to announce as early as this week that multiple countries have agreed to form a coalition that will escort ships through the Strait of Horm…
Ramadhan and the digital detox we all need
In an age where screens rarely dim and notifications never stop; silence has become a luxury. Our mornings begin with glowing devices, our days go through emails and endless scroll…
Oman secures RO 762m in global real estate deals at MIPIM 2026
MUSCAT: Oman concluded its participation at MIPIM 2026 in Cannes by signing 17 international investment and development agreements worth over RO 762 million, signalling strong glob…
Prolonged regional war could push world into stagflation, Omani analyst warns
MUSCAT: A prolonged war in the region could push the global economy into stagflation if the conflict lasts more than a year, Omani economic analyst Hamza bin Hussein al Lawati said…
Import prices climb sharply in Oman
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman’s general import price index rose by 14.8 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared with the same period of 2024, according to data released by…
Oman-Dubai green corridor to speed diverted cargo
MUSCAT: The Directorate General of Customs in the Sultanate of Oman and Dubai Customs have activated a temporary “green corridor” to facilitate the movement of diverted cargo shipm…
Spain v Argentina ‘Finalissima’ match in Qatar cancelled: UEFA
The ‘Finalissima’ match between Spain and Argentina that was scheduled to be held in Qatar later this month has been cancelled due to the conflict in the Middle East, UEFA said…
Nine-man Bayern come from behind to rescue 1-1 draw at Leverkusen
LEVERKUSEN, Germany: Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich had two players sent off and two goals disallowed but came back from a goal down to snatch a 1-1 draw at Bayer Leverkusen on…
Inter held to 1-1 draw by Atalanta as title race remains open
MILAN: Inter Milan were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Atalanta on Saturday, as the Serie A leaders continue to drop points and leave the title race ticking over.Inter have 68 p…
Trump says US not ready to agree deal to end Iran war
Washington, United States: Donald Trump warned that he is not ready to seek a deal to end the war with Iran, as US ally Israel launched a new wave of strikes Sunday and Tehran’s R…