What does it mean to recognize Palestinian statehood?
Britain, Australia, and Canada all said Sunday that they now recognize a Palestinian state, widely expected moves that mirror similar plans by other US allies.The development comes…
Plaestinian FM hails the state formal recognitions
RAMALLAH: Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin said countries recognising a Palestinian state were taking an irreversible step that preserved the two-state solutio…
OMAN PORTS READY FOR SURGE IN CRUISE ARRIVALS
Oman is gearing up to welcome the first cruise liner of the season next month, marking the start of a period expected to inject fresh momentum into the economy. Each year, between…
November 1 is the deadline for the 3rd phase of digital stamps
The Oman Tax Authority has said that all products subject to this system shall bear the approved tax stamps before this date, as the sale or distribution of any unstamped products…
Dhofar, the Land of Seasons, welcomes the Sarb
Salalah: Dhofar has wrapped up its 2025 Khareef and, with it, a season that drove tourism and trade across the governorate. As the monsoon fades, Dhofar moves into the Sarb—a sprin…
CAA issues weather alerts for thunderstorms
Muscat: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued two weather alerts warning of thunderstorms and strong downburst winds affecting Al Hajar Mountains and nearby areas this afte…
H-1B workers abroad race to US as Trump order sparks dismay, confusion
SAN FRANCISCO/NEW YORK: Panic, confusion, and anger reigned as workers on H-1B visas from India and China were forced to abandon travel plans and rush back to the U.S. after Presi…
Jordan partially reopens West Bank crossing after deadly attack
Jordan said it partially reopened its border crossing with the Israeli-occupied West Bank on Sunday, three days after closing it following an attack that killed two Israeli soldier…
Bids invited for operations of Nizwa Gate Building
A tender has been launched for the investment and operation of the Nizwa Gate building, which has been developed to serve as a comprehensive tourism attraction center, in conjuncti…
FSA revokes license of CFI Financial
Muscat : The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has announced the withdrawal of CFI Financial LLC’s license to operate in the capital market sector and has removed the company from…