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The world has crossed an important milestone. Around 10 per cent of the ocean is now under protection, a figure that reflects years of international cooperation, scientific research, and policy...

As strategic thinking and intellectual sports continue to gain ground across the Sultanate of Oman, chess is quietly experiencing a resurgence among young players and communities alike. Events such as...

As pressure mounts to reduce emissions without disrupting industrial output, hydrogen is emerging as a central solution. Among its pathways, hydrogen produced with Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS),...

The global energy transition has entered an unexpected phase. The challenge is no longer convincing markets to adopt renewable energy, but figuring out what to do when there is more of it than the...

Oman has opened a new chapter in its cultural landscape with the launch of Art and Place, the Sultanate’s first dedicated environmental art festival, positioning creativity as a dialogue with the...

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain global momentum, much of the conversation has focused on adoption rates, charging infrastructure and consumer readiness. In Oman, these discussions are beginning to...

As solar energy expands globally, attention is shifting from capacity to performance in extreme environments. In desert regions, where solar potential is among the highest in the world, operational...

Marking 200 years since the invention of photography by French engineer Nicéphore Niépce, a new exhibition in Muscat brings together Omani and French artists in a cultural collaboration reflecting...

The global energy transition has crossed a symbolic threshold. In 2025, renewable energy capacity reached 5,149 gigawatts, accounting for 49.4 per cent of total installed electricity capacity...

High above Oman’s mountains, deserts, and coastlines, a quiet but extraordinary movement unfolds each year. Hawks, often overlooked in conversations about the country’s wildlife, are among the...

In a region where temperatures regularly exceed 45°C, cooling is not a luxury. It is an essential service that defines daily life, urban design, and national energy demand. Yet as electricity...

In Muscat’s evolving cultural landscape, a new exhibition is set to explore the quiet yet powerful dialogue between language, land and identity. Opening on April 1, at Stal Gallery in Madinat Al...

Renewable energy capacity across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) expanded by an estimated 44 per cent year-on-year in 2025, signalling a decisive acceleration in the region’s transition...

In the vast plains of central Oman, the Arabian oryx has reclaimed a landscape it once lost entirely. Its return stands as one of the most significant wildlife recoveries in modern conservation...

Ramadhan has long been defined by rhythms that are both spiritual and communal: the pre-dawn meal before first light, the quiet hours of fasting and the evening gathering around the iftar table. While...

As the world marked World Wildlife Day on March 3, attention turned once again to the fragile ecosystems and remarkable biodiversity that sustain life across the planet. In Oman, the occasion offers...

A new international energy analysis released in 2026 highlights a rapid acceleration in renewable electricity generation worldwide, with solar and wind driving a structural shift in global power...

As the sun sets and the call to prayer echoes across Muscat, a subtle transformation unfolds. Ramadhan is often described through its visible rituals, fasting, prayer, charity and communal meals, yet...

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) has gradually shifted from a technical oilfield practice to an established element within climate mitigation frameworks. Its development mirrors the broader...

As Oman enters the holy month of Ramadhan, office lights dim earlier, emails slow after midday and the country’s rhythm adjusts. Reduced working hours are intended to support fasting employees, yet...