HM the Sultan receives written message from President of the Philippines
The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of the Philippines are poised to deepen their already strong relationship, as evidenced by a recent exchange of messages between His Majesty Sultan…
Suspect in shooting of Russian general arrested in Dubai, says Moscow
By Emma De Ruiter with AFP, AP Published on 08/02/2026 - 13:51 GMT+1 A suspect in the shooting of a high-ranking Russian intelligence official has been apprehended in Dubai and extradited to Russia,…
Ministry announces price reduction on over 1,000 items for Ramadan
Doha, Qatar – The Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Qatar has launched a Ramadan discounts initiative aimed at easing the financial burden on consumers during the holy month. The…
Hemeida strikes gold at Asian Indoor Championships
Qatar celebrated a golden moment at the 12th Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in Tianjin, China, as Bassem Hemeida secured the top spot in the Men’s 400m race. Hemeida’s winning time…
Amiri Diwan announces holiday for National Sport Day
Doha, Qatar will observe an official public holiday on February 10, 2026, in celebration of Qatar National Sport Day. The Amiri Diwan announced the date, which falls on the second…
Milan protesters rally against ‘unsustainable’ Winter Olympics
The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics opened Friday evening with a ceremony celebrating Italian culture and emphasizing harmony, but the event was immediately shadowed by political protests and displays of dissent.…
Liwa traffic accident claims 3 lives, Injures 3 others
A tragic Muscat traffic accident in the Wilayat of Liwa, North Al Batinah Governorate, has resulted in multiple casualties. Rescue teams from the Civil Defense and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) responded…
‘Wake up’: Mum sparks comeback after scare for freeski star Gu
Livigno, Italy – Eileen Gu, the Chinese freestyle skier, overcame a shaky start in the freeski slopestyle qualifiers at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Saturday, securing a spot in Monday’s…
ECOVIS JRB, Tax Star hosts CFO forum on practical compliance readiness in the UAE
The evolving role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) was a central theme at a recent industry event, with discussions focusing on the skills, talent, and finance technology needed to…
‘Together We Progress’ forum to open tomorrow in Muscat
Oman is poised for a crucial dialogue on national progress as the fourth edition of the Together We Progress Forum begins tomorrow, Sunday, in Muscat. This annual event, spearheaded by…