Muscat: Oil prices rose 1 percent today as upbeat manufacturing data from China led to renewed optimism for fuel demand, although uncertainty about global economic growth from potential US tariffs loomed. Brent crude climbed 76 cents, or 1 percent, to $73.57 a barrel while US West Texas Intermediate crude was
Muscat: The total issuance of Government Treasury Bills amounted to RO 46 million. The value of the allotted Treasury bills amounted to RO 4 million, for a maturity period of 28 days. The average accepted price reached RO 99.705 for every RO 100, and the minimum accepted price arrived at
Muscat: Gold prices rose today, helped by a weaker dollar, amid concerns over the US tariff policy. Spot gold climbed 0.3% to $2,866.76 an ounce. US gold futures rose 1.1% to $2,880.50. The US dollar index fell 0.4% from a more than two-week high hit in the previous session, making
Muscat: The euro today rose from a 2-1/2-week low against the US dollar and sterling also advanced with Europe taking the lead in a renewed push for peace in Ukraine. According to Oman News Agency, the US dollar index, which measures the currency against the euro, sterling, yen, Canadian dollar,
London: French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France and the United Kingdom are proposing a one-month truce in Ukraine, which would include a halt to attacks on air, sea, and energy infrastructure. According to Oman News Agency, Macron made these remarks following a special summit on Ukraine held in London.
South Carolina: The governor of South Carolina in the United States has declared a state of emergency, as firefighters battle 175 wildfires that erupted across South and North Carolina overnight. Windy and dry conditions have exacerbated the situation, threatening homes and prompting evacuations. There are ongoing response operations to tackle
Plesetsk: The Russian Aerospace Forces have successfully launched a Soyuz-2.1b rocket with a satellite, the Russian Defense Ministry said. The launch took place from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome located in the Arkhangelsk region in northern Russia. According to Oman News Agency, the Soyuz-2.1b is a medium-class rocket that was tasked with
Beijing: Xiaomi announced the release of its latest flagship smartphone lineup, Xiaomi 15 Series – Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. According to Oman News Agency, Xiaomi 15 Series introduces a comprehensive upgraded system experience powered by the latest Xiaomi HyperOS 2. This enhances performance, connectivity, and AI capabilities for
Khasab:Musandam Musandam Governorate has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Al Sarooj Development Company to develop the infrastructure and investment elements of the Aims Bay Project, aiming to enhance tourism opportunities and uti…
Adam:Wilayat of Adam A camel racing event organized by the Oman Camel Racing Federation took place at the Seeh A’Sarriya race track in the Wilayat of Adam, located in the A’Dakhiliyah Governorate.
According to Oman News Agency, the event attracted t…
Sohar:North Al Batinah The Department of Endowments and Religious Affairs in North Al Batinah Governorate organized a symposium titled “National identity in an era of challenges A sustainable developmental vision.”
According to Oman News Agency, the…
Masirah:An agreement has been signed to construct 46 residences for low-income families in the Wilayat of Masirah, as part of a project valued at approximately RO 2 million.
According to Oman News Agency, the South A’Sharqiyah Governorate and the Mi…
Hanoi:The Healthcare Management and Organization Committee held its second meeting of 2026, chaired by Dr. Hilal Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health. The meeting focused on advancing the health system and enhancing integration among its various component…
