Muscat: The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) clarified on some messages and information claiming that it is possible to obtain the local “Maal” card through unlicensed individuals or entities. “We would like to emphasize that the “Maal” card has not yet been launched in the local market, and that the date of its issuance will […]
While many men are remembered as heroes of political struggles, women seldom get enough attention. Vesta Smith is a good example. She fought for South Africa’s liberation from white minority rule, called apartheid. Historian Maria Suriano has written a biography of this activist. With the 50th anniversary of the momentous 1976 Soweto youth uprising in […]
Muscat: The Consumer Protection Department in al Dakhiliyah Governorate seized 835 non-compliant commercial goods during intensive field inspections of retail outlets, as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard consumers and ensure the safety of products circulating in local markets. Officials from the Consumer Protection Department carried out inspection and monitoring campaigns across markets and commercial […]
Artificial intelligence and automation have emerged as a major factor in tech workforce reductions in 2026. As of early April, 38,088 tech jobs have been cut worldwide due to AI-linked restructuring, accounting for nearly half of all global layoffs reported so far this year. Oracle stands at the centre of this trend, with all 25,254 of its layoffs in […]
Al Duqm, June 8 The Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZD) has secured RO 2.9 billion ($7.5 billion) in new investments across energy, industry, battery materials, chemicals, tourism and housing, marking one of the largest investment packages announced for the zone in recent years. The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) […]
MUSCAT: The Central Bank of Oman (CBO), acting on behalf of the Government of the Sultanate of Oman and the Ministry of Finance, has announced the launch of the 77th issue of Government Development Bonds (GDBs), valued at RO 80 million, with the possibility of an increase of up to RO 20 million. The bonds […]
For several years now, the radicalization of young people has been making headlines. This phenomenon can be linked to the far-right movement, as we saw on May 30 in Shawinigan during a demonstration calling for a “White Québec,” or revolve around other forms of radicalism, including Islamist movements. Whenever a young person is involved in […]
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman joins the world to mark the World Blood Donor Day, celebrated on June 14 each year, in recognition of the vital contributions of blood donors in saving lives and improving the quality of healthcare and to emphasise the importance of establishing a culture of voluntary and regular blood donation. Dr […]
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 recommend getting your cholesterol checked regularly and working to lower your levels even when they’re only slightly elevated, in some cases. Last month, the American College of […]
MUSCAT, JUNE 13 Chinese investors unveiled ambitious plans to establish a major solar manufacturing complex and a regional cybersecurity hub in Oman, underscoring growing international confidence in the Sultanate of Oman’s industrial, digital and clean-energy ambitions under Oman Vision 2040. The announcements were made during the Oman Future Fund (FFO) investment showcase on Tuesday, where […]
