Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman advanced seven positions globally in the World Press Freedom Index issued today by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), ranking 127th globally in 2026 compared to 134th in 2025.
According to Oman News Agency, the Basic
Muscat: Oil prices today jumped to their highest level in nearly four years, fueled by reports of further disruptions to Middle East supplies. Brent crude futures for June delivery rose more than $8 to $126.09 a barrel, their highest level
Muscat: Gold prices rebounded today from a one-month low hit the day before, supported by a weaker US dollar, despite rising oil prices that kept concerns about inflation and the prospect of higher interest rates for a longer period. Spot
Muscat: The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth organized a musical evening today in celebration of International Jazz Day. The event was held at the auditorium of Oman Music Centre, as part of the strategic approach to enhance the cultural
Muscat: Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, engaged in discussions with Archbishop Dr. Nicolas Henry Thevenin, the Vatican Ambassador to Oman, to strengthen ties between the Sultanate of Oman and the Vatican. The meeting focused on fos…
North a’sharqiyah: The Municipal Council of North A’Sharqiyah Governorate held a meeting today, chaired by Mahmoud Yahya Al Dhuli, Governor of North A’Sharqiyah and Chairman of the Council. The Council engaged in discussions surrounding several develo…