Together – The Swedish experience in using alternative nicotine products to combat the dangers of traditional smoking revealed a strange paradox. Although the Swedes consume nicotine at the same rates as the rest of the European countries, the Swedes …
The US dollar suffered steep losses today, with the Japanese yen on the back foot after a sharp rise in the previous session as traders contend with unwinding of popular carry trades and the prospect of deep rate cuts from the Federal Reserve.
The do…
The total electricity production in the Sultanate of Oman till the end of May 2024 grew by 1.4% to 15,769.6 gigawatts per hour, compared to 15,553 gigawatts per hour during the corresponding period in 2023, according to statistics released by the Nati…
The total electricity production in the Sultanate of Oman till the end of May 2024 grew by 1.4% to 15,769.6 gigawatts per hour, compared to 15,553 gigawatts per hour during the corresponding period in 2023, according to statistics released by the Nati…
Oil prices rose more than $1 today, reversing the previous days loss, amid concerns over a possible US recession reducing demand in the world’s largest oil consumer. Brent crude prices rose $1.25, or 1.6%, to $77.55 per barrel, while US West Texas Int…
South Korea’s financial authorities today said they were ready to take action to counter extreme market volatility.
This came after the Korean Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) recorded its worst ever collapse yesterday (Monday), falling 234.64 poi…
Nama Water Services continues working to achieve sustainability in the water sector and ensure water security in the Sultanate of Oman by implementing a package of strategic projects including establishing transmission lines, tanks and water networks …
The number of applications made for the registration and documentation of trademarks in the Sultanate of Oman, under the international trademark system, grew by 11 percent in 2023 to 13,043 as against 11,742 in 2022, according to the national Intellec…
Muscat:Omani theatre artist Omair Anwar Al Balushi has shared his perspectives on the foundational and transformative impact of theatre. He emphasizes that theatre’s essence is in providing the audience with an elusive sensation through body and voice…
Muscat:The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth organized a national concert themed “Majestic Peace” at the Madinat Al Irfan Theatre. The event was held under the patronage of Dr. Abdullah bin Nasser Al Harrasi, Minister of Information, to highlight …
Sharjah:The Sultanate of Oman actively participated in the 13th Sharjah International Library Conference, which took place in the Emirate of Sharjah from November 7 to November 9, 2026. This event was held on the sidelines of the 45th Sharjah Internat…
Washington:The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center organized a special fashion show in Washington, celebrating traditional Omani attire. This event also honored the Sultanate of Oman’s strong cultural connections with the United States.
According to Oman …
Muscat:The Book of Olives by Omani writer Dr. Aziza Al Taie delves into the themes of Palestine as a land, its people, and the enduring memory of their struggles through a series of evocative texts. The book portrays the suffering under occupation whi…
