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4.9-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia’s Masohi Island

An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale struck the Indonesian island of Masohi.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) said that the epicenter of the earthquake was at a depth of 10 km.

There have been no reports of material damage or human losses…

Meta Develops Own AI Search Engine

Meta Platforms is developing an artificial intelligence-based search engine specifically designed for its chatbot, as it looks to reduce dependence on Google and Microsoft’s Bing.

Meta’s efforts to create an independent search engine have been underw…

Google’s AI Search Overviews Go Global

Google announced that it is significantly expanding its AI Overviews feature in Search to over 100 countries and territories, aiming to transform the search experience for a global audience.

Following its initial launch in May and subsequent expansio…

China Unveils Shenzhou-19 Crew for Space Station Mission

Chinese astronauts Cai Xuzhe, Song Lingdong and Wang Haoze will carry out the Shenzhou-19 crewed spaceflight mission, and Cai will be the commander, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced at a press conference today.

Spokesperson of the agenc…

Gold Hovers Near Record High ahead of Key Economic Data

Gold prices lingered near record highs today, while investors awaited key economic data for clues on the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory.

Spot gold was up 0.5% at $2,755.42 per ounce. Prices hit a record high of $2,758.37 last Wednesday…

Oman Oil Price Declines 1.10 US Dollars

Oman oil price (December delivery 2024) today reached 71.15 US Dollars, comprising a decline by 1.10 US Dollars compared to the price of yesterday ‘Monday’ which stood at 72.25 US Dollars.

The average price of Oman oil (October delivery 2024) stabili…

Economy Minister Receives Cambodian Official

Dr. Said Mohammed Al Saqri, Minister of Economy today received in his office Dr. Osman Hassan, Senior Minister and In-Charge of Special Mission for Islamic Affairs of the Kingdom of Cambodia.

Al Saqri underscored the depth of relations between the tw…

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Electricity Projects Worth RO3 Million Planned for Al Buraimi

Al Buraimi:Nama Electricity Distribution Company is working on several electricity development projects in Al Buraimi Governorate, with a total investment of about RO 3 million.

According to Oman News Agency, the projects are scheduled for implement…