Oman LNG’s study on methanation pilot project study
MUSCAT, MAY 27A concept study into the development of a commercial-scale methanation plant — designed to support the production of synthetic methane, a low-carbon alternative to fo…
Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea
SEOUL: The deal Samsung Electronics struck with its union averts a massive strike and gives its memory chip workers eye-popping bonuses. It also opens a Pandora’s box for companies…
Hong Kong now world’s top cross border wealth hub
ZURICH: Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland as the top global booking centre for cross-border wealth, a first that is unlikely to be reversed as hubs in Asia grow faster than the E…
Diversity Project rebrands to counter backlash
The Diversity Project, the initiative set up a decade ago to champion inclusivity across the investments and savings industry, has changed its name in response to the global pushba…
Hajj pilgrims stone the devil in final ritual
Mina, Saudi Arabia: Faithful took part in the climactic ritual of the annual hajj pilgrimage on Wednesday, symbolically stoning the devil near Mecca.From dawn, crowds of pilgrims g…
His Majesty the Sultan performs Eid Al Adha prayers in Sohar
Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik performed Eid Al Adha prayers on Thursday at Sultan Qaboos Mosque in Sohar, North Al Batinah Governorate, marking the first day of Eid…
Oman marks first day of Eid Al Adha today
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman will join other Islamic countries to celebrate the first day of Eid Al Adha today, with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik scheduled to perform the…
Oman Haj Mission affirms availability of resources to serve Omani pilgrims
MECCA: Ahmed bin Saleh al Rashdi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs and Head of the Oman Haj Mission, affirmed that the mission has mobilised all avail…
Looking for cooling spots during Eid holidays?
MUSCAT: With Eid Al Adha holidays on, domestic tourist sites in Oman are expected to have a field day, while vendors and ancillary service providers are all set to welcome tourists…
Record temperatures as heat wave bakes Europe
People shelter under an umbrella near the Eiffel Tower after temperatures reached up to 34 degrees during a period of hot weather in Paris, France, on Tuesday. – Reuters