GCC-Stat says the region's population has grown steadily since 2022, driven by a youthful workforce and is expected to reach 83.6 million by 2050.

GCC population reaches 62.8 million in 2025

Working-age majority seen as engine for GCC’s future economic expansion

Teacher, three children die in Oman crash

Two survivors airlifted to hospital as police urge drivers to follow road safety rules

Family’s deaths after Salalah trip spark grief across Oman’s education community

4.9-magnitude earthquake hits Arabian Sea off Oman

The quake struck at a depth of 10km with no immediate reports of damage

Oman records 4.9-magnitude earthquake in the Arabian Sea

Bank Nizwa seeks Alizz deal with Ominvest backing

Proposed merger could bring Ominvest in with a stake of up to 20%

Bank Nizwa proposes Alizz Islamic Bank merger backed by Ominvest investment

UAE President, Oman Sultan discuss regional issues

Leaders review cooperation and exchange views on the latest developments in the region

UAE President and Sultan of Oman discuss bilateral ties and regional developments

Oman launches sick leave insurance scheme

Employers to pay 1% contribution under new Social Protection Fund insurance branch

The new scheme introduces a 1 per cent employer-funded contribution based on each covered employee's contribution wage.

Oman mulls drug tests for new hires

Health Ministry says proposal is under review and no decision has yet been approved

Oman mulls mandatory drug tests for new employees

Why the US-Iran conflict flared again: The real trigger

How the dispute over the Strait of Hormuz is pushing the US and Iran back to the brink

In this frame grab made from a UGC video footage posted on social media on July 9, 2026, fishing boats are seen engulfed in flames at Banud pier in Iran's southern Bushehr province. Iranian state media on July 9 reported a US-Israeli attack on a military headquarters near Bushehr, where Iran's only civilian nuclear plant is located.

Oman opens first visa and medical centre in Manila

New facility lets Oman work visa applicants complete medical, visa procedures in one place

The centre will operate from Monday to Friday, between 10:15am and 5:15pm.

Must-visit spots in Salalah during Khareef season

Discover waterfalls, mountain views, beaches, and UNESCO sites

Salalah attracts many tourists from UAE and other GCC nations during the monsoon/Khareef season, which spans from June to September.

Iran's ‘golden weapon’: The story behind tanker attacks

Analysts say the real reason behind the attacks goes far beyond transit fees

Rather than simply trying to disrupt shipping or strengthen its hand in sanctions negotiations, Iran appeared determined to remind the world that no lasting security arrangement in the Gulf could bypass its influence over the Strait of Hormuz.

Oman: New rules allow 50% vehicle window tint

Front windscreens remain exempt as new rules permit up to 50% window tinting

Vehicle owners may tint all windows except the front windscreen, which must remain completely untinted.

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