MUSCAT: The Oman Football Association (OFA) has taken decisive action following the controversy surrounding the national youth team’s semi-final match against Yemen in the GCC U20 Championship in Saudi Arabia. In its statement, the OFA confirmed the suspension of both the assistant coach and the media coordinator of the youth team, barring them temporarily from…
MUSCAT: Omani authorities have successfully apprehended a suspect wanted in the United Arab Emirates for a violent home invasion, assault, and theft of gold jewelry. The individual had crossed into Oman following the incident, prompting a coordinated response by the Directorate General of Inquiries and Criminal Investigation. The arrest highlights the effectiveness of Oman’s law…
MUSCAT: Oman’s upcoming comprehensive trade agreement with India is expected to significantly reduce customs duties, expand non-oil exports, and create new opportunities across sectors such as health, technology, and renewable energy. Experts highlighted that the agreement would support GDP growth, empower small and medium enterprises, and generate employment while strengthening regional supply chains. Dr. Habiba…
MUSCAT: The latest global net-zero emissions index has placed three Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states at the forefront of the Middle East and North Africa region, reflecting their accelerated progress toward sustainability. The index evaluates countries on two main dimensions: the Performance Index, which assesses the adoption of emissions mitigation technologies, and the Score Boosters…
MUSCAT: Brent crude futures recorded a modest decline on Friday, slipping by 23 cents, or 0.3 percent, to trade at $66.77 per barrel. Similarly, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped by 19 cents, or 0.3 percent, to settle at $63.29. This movement reflects cautious sentiment in the oil market as traders brace for the…
MUSCAT: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that wildfires are becoming a major contributor to worsening air pollution worldwide, according to its latest Air Quality and Climate Bulletin. The agency explained that fires, intensified by climate change, release harmful pollutants that can spread across entire continents. These emissions significantly increase fine particulate matter, particularly…
MUSCAT: The 3rd International Nephrology Conference opened in Salalah under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said, Governor of Dhofar, bringing together senior officials, healthcare leaders, and global experts. Organized by the Omani Society for Kidney Diseases and Transplantation in cooperation with the Directorate General of Health Services in Dhofar, the…
MUSCAT: The Sub-Committee of the Committee of Permanent Representatives to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) convened in Nairobi to review UNEP’s performance and outline its 2026–2029 strategy. Delegates assessed existing frameworks, explored ways to strengthen financial resources, and began drafting proposals for resolutions to be considered at the seventh session of the UN Environment Assembly…
MUSCAT: The Oman Cycling Federation, in cooperation with Dhofar Municipality, has announced the upcoming Dhofar Classic Cycling Tour, featuring five races covering over 700 kilometres across Dhofar Governorate. The highlight of the event is the inaugural Dhofar Classic, a 178-kilometre race from Al Mughsail to the Darbat Waterfalls, showcasing the region’s stunning landscapes. The event…
MUSCAT: His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, held a phone call with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on Friday to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations. The leaders emphasized their commitment to enhancing cooperation across political, economic, and cultural spheres, reflecting the longstanding…
