Why societies do not all live in the same time
“The conditions of the world and of nations do not remain upon a single course. They vary with days and ages, passing from one state to another.” ~ Ibn KhaldunCountries are racing…
AI boom sparks rush to buy and scan old books
In an otherwise quiet summer season when news is sparse, the literary world erupted with concerns about what was happening to used books, even some single-edition rare ones. The st…
Ban on sale of 21 types of used auto spare parts
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has issued a decision regulating the trade and use of used vehicle spare parts, on Wednesday.The decision applies to workshops, repa…
Gas drives Oman’s Q1 gains; spending up 31%
MUSCAT, AUG 23Oman increased development spending by nearly a third in the first quarter of 2026 while keeping the state budget close to balance, as higher gas, oil and current rev…
Oman’s R&D spending reaches RO 189.4 million
The results of the 2025 Omani Research and Development Pilot Survey, published in 2026, revealed that total spending on research and development (R&D) activities reached RO 189.42…
Oman positions itself as ‘Switzerland of AI’ with balanced, open approach
MUSCAT, AUGUST 23 Oman is positioning itself as the “Switzerland of AI”, seeking to build a reputation for neutrality, political stability and a balanced approach to artificial int…
Nama Water advances sustainable water strategy
MUSCAT: Amidst accelerating global shifts driven by climate change and the growing imperative to safeguard natural resources, water is increasingly emerging as a strategic resource…
Stranded ships raise fears of marine bioinvasion
MUSCAT, AUGUST 23More than 1,500 ships stranded around the Strait of Hormuz could pose an unexpected environmental threat, with scientists warning that prolonged periods at anchor…
From diplomatic trust to investment: Oman’s advantage
When regional tensions rise, most markets become harder for investors to read. Oman often becomes easier. The recent negotiations over navigation through the Strait of Hormuz have…
Iran facing many problems: President Pezeshkian
Tehran: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged on Sunday that his country’s citizens face “many problems”, after the United States launched a new wave of sanctions seek…