Gold gains over 17% so far in 2026
Bengaluru: Gold rose further on Wednesday, after logging its biggest daily gain in 17 years in the previous session, as investors flocked to the safe-haven asset amid fresh geopoli…
China to launch LNG futures as soon as next month – sources
SHANGHAI: China is set to introduce domestic, yuan-denominated liquefied natural gas (LNG) futures as soon as next month, sources familiar with the matter said, a move that could r…
2025: The year of the ‘pivotal ETF moment’
Among a group of standout winners from Europe’s booming ETF (Exchange Traded Fund) market last year, were UBS Asset Management and VanEck, with the duo more than doubling net inflo…
Financing challenges in promoting development
Financing plays a major role in enhancing the development of national economies through projects that are implemented at the governmental, private, and public–private partnership l…
Faces of Tradition, A Slovak Cultural Journey in the Heart of Muscat
Under the soft gallery lights of the Omani Society of Arts, faces from another time and place look back at the viewer, serene, solemn, and quietly powerful. Adorned with intricate…
First day of Ramadhan likely on Feb 19, Eid on March 20
Muscat: Astronomers in the Sultanate of Oman have predicted that the first day of Ramadhan this year is likely to fall on Thursday (February 19). This means Eid al Fitr will fall o…
Iran formally allows women to ride motorcycles
Tehran – Women in Iran can now formally obtain a licence to ride a motorcycle, local media reported Wednesday, ending years of legal ambiguity surrounding two-wheelers.The law prev…
Boeing eyes booming Southeast Asian skies
Southeast Asia offered the biggest growth potential for global air travel, Boeing said on Wednesday as it forecast demand for almost 5,000 new aircraft in the region over the next…
EA urges companies to update emergency pollution response plans
Muscat: The Environment Authority has issued a public notice urging all licensed companies and establishments in Oman to comply with the Environment Protection and Pollution Contro…
Arsenal beat Chelsea 1-0 to reach League Cup final
LONDON: Arsenal booked their spot in the League Cup final by beating Chelsea 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday thanks to an injury-time goal by former Blues attacker Kai Hav…