Trump accuses Iran of ‘total violation’ of ceasefire
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump accused Iran on Sunday of a “total violation” of the two countries’ ceasefire for firing on ships near the Strait of Hormuz, and renewed a t…
Eddie Murphy receives AFI Life Achievement Award
Eddie Murphy received the American Film Institute’s (AFI) Life Achievement Award on Saturday night in Los Angeles, honouring a career that has shaped comedy and film for more than…
Gucci-owner to launch luxury Google glasses
Kering aims to launch smart glasses under the Gucci brand in partnership with Google next year, CEO Luca de Meo said, becoming potentially the first major luxury brand to enter…
Oman gains strategic ground as Gulf routes come under strain, IMF says
MUSCAT, APRIL 19Oman is emerging in a stronger relative position than several of its Gulf neighbours as war-related disruption hits trade, energy and transport links across the reg…
Oman gears up to boost silica sand exports
MUSCAT, APRIL 19Omani exports of silica sand — an increasingly important input for global solar panel manufacturing and electronics industries — are set to increase following a key…
Aluminium recycling forum set for April 22
SUHAR: The third Aluminium Scrap Recycling Symposium, organised by Sohar Aluminium in cooperation with the Environment Authority, will commence on Wednesday, April 22, at the JW Ma…
Wheat harvest begins in Al Sharqiyah South
MUSCAT: Wheat harvesting has commenced in the Wilayats of Al Kamil W’al Wafi, Sur and Jaalan Bani Bu Hassan in Al Sharqiyah South Governorate, marking the start of the 2025/2026 ag…
When everyone agrees, something is wrong
There is a particular kind of meeting that feels like success. Everyone around the table nods. The proposal moves forward without objection. The leader leaves with a sense of align…
Confused about the new cholesterol guidelines? Here’s what to know.
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 recommen…
Cunha strike earns Man United 1-0 win at Chelsea
LONDON: A 43rd-minute strike from Matheus Cunha earned Manchester United a 1-0 victory at Chelsea on Saturday, taking them a big step towards Champions League football next seaso…