George Bernard Shaw and the study of human nature
As we commemorate the 170th anniversary of George Bernard Shaw’s birth on July 26, it is worth asking why an Irish playwright should still command the attention of those concerned…
The middle-income health trap
In the lexicon of development, few words sound as reassuring as “graduation,” which suggests progress past critical milestones and an escape from dependency. In global health, howe…
Bahla Club beat Oman U20 in friendly football match
MUSCAT: Oman’s national under-20 football team suffered a 2-1 defeat against Bahla Club’s first team in a friendly match at the Royal Oman Police Stadium as part of their ongoing d…
Oman Air signs agreement with Insurte, ISA Assist and TakafulnOman
Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, is signed a strategic agreement with Insurte, ISA Assist and Takaful Oman Insurance. The partnership gives customers access…
Quality centre represents framework for food safety
MUSCAT: The advanced legislative system of the Food Safety and Quality Centre, affiliated with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, represents a fundamental…
Oman launches EPC tender for Ras Markaz oil park expansion
MUSCAT: Oman has launched the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) tender process for the next phase of development of the Ras Markaz Crude Oil Park, inviting qualified…
Oman property deals rise to RO 1.43 billion
MUSCAT: The value of real estate transactions in the Sultanate of Oman rose 5.4 per cent year-on-year to RO 1.43 billion in the first half of 2026, driven by stronger property sale…
Ultra-large container ship MSC Loreto makes maiden call at Sohar Port
MUSCAT: The maiden call of MSC Loreto, one of the world’s biggest ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs), at the Hutchison Ports Sohar container terminal has highlighted the growi…
UK TV comedy star and naturalist Bill Oddie dies at 85
British television personality Bill Oddie, best known for starring in the comedy series The Goodies and presenting popular wildlife programmes, has died at the age of 85, his agent…
Preliminary excavations begin at historic Bait Bahr House
AL BURAIMI: Preliminary excavation works have begun as part of a project to restore the historic Bait Bahr House in the Wilayat of Al Buraimi.The project is being carried out by th…