Muscat: The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) has introduced the System of Partial Payment of Cheques, effective from December 15, 2025, in line with new regulatory instructions aimed at enhancing flexibility and efficiency in cheque settlements. Under the new system, cheque beneficiaries will be allowed to receive available funds from a customer’s bank account even […]
Bona Sforza was one of the most remarkable women of Renaissance Europe. Born into one of Italy’s leading ruling families and connected to figures such as Lucrezia Borgia through the tangled politics of Italian dynasties, she became queen consort of Poland and grand duchess of Lithuania. More than a royal bride, she brought to Poland […]
As temperatures soar during the summer months, many motorists instinctively fill their vehicle’s fuel tank to maximum capacity, believing it saves time and reduces trips to the petrol station. However, automotive experts in Germany are warning drivers against topping off tanks during extreme heat, saying the practice can pose risks to both vehicles and the […]
This is the kind of flattery AI is known for — I’m not even in my run club’s fast group. Still, watching Claude scan the GPS files I had logged to the fitness app Strava and identify the highlights — a marathon personal best, a rugged ultradistance trail run — felt nice. The reality check […]
Muscat: The Future Oman Fund has signed agreements for 105 projects and investments worth more than RO583 million, strengthening Oman’s drive to attract foreign capital, expand strategic industries and create jobs as the country accelerates economic diversification. The projects cover renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, tourism, innovation and medical technology, according to an announcement made […]
TOKYO: The dollar held gains against major peers on Thursday as markets positioned for key central bank decisions in Britain, Europe and Japan. Sterling remained under pressure after an unexpected drop in UK inflation strengthened the case for a rate cut by the Bank of England. The yen pared losses from the previous session as […]
Over recent weeks, the slogan “ditch the witch” has been featured alongside AI-generated photos of Victorian premier Jacinta Allan. She’s depicted in a dusty and distressed witch’s hat, a fake wart on her chin, on billboards and trucks around Melbourne in the lead up to the state election this November. Instead of critiquing her policies […]
MUSCAT: Sayyid Hamoud bin Faisal al Busaidy, Minister of Interior, convened a meeting on Tuesday with the Governors. The meeting took place at the headquarters of the ministry. Sayyid Hamoud opened the meeting by welcoming the governors and lauding their efforts in following up and advancing the course of local development. He stressed the importance […]
Hantavirus, a rare disease often caused by contact with droppings from infected rodents, is suspected in the deaths of three people who were aboard a cruise ship sailing the Atlantic Ocean. Hantavirus is most commonly transmitted by breathing in particles of dried rodent droppings or urine. In rare cases, it may spread among people, according […]
Muscat: Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) has launched the second edition of its Hackathon, a three-day innovation challenge under its Ignite Digital Campaign 2026, aimed at developing digital solutions to improve business performance and support national development. The event brings together PDO employees, university students, jobseekers, technology enthusiasts and innovators to design prototypes focused on cost […]
