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Oman’s space sector moves to market-building phase
1+ hour, 21+ min ago (702+ words) MUSCAT:The Omani space sector is moving from the establishment phase towards a market-building phase, according to Dr Saoud al Shoaili, Head of the National Space Programme at the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology.Speaking during the 2nd Middle…...
New national technology community platform launched
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (275+ words) MUSCAT: TechOman, a new community-driven national technology platform, has officially launched with the objective of connecting technology solution providers directly with society while empowering Omani youth through practical digital skills, career pathways and innovation-focused initiatives.Aligned with Oman Vision 2040, TechOman…...
Oman positions itself as gateway for space applications
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (612+ words) MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman is carving out a distinct role in the regional space economy, positioning itself not as a launch-heavy power but as a gateway for space-enabled applications, with a sharp focus on downstream services, private-sector leadership and…...
Oman's joining the Artemis Accords is welcomed
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (326+ words) Muscat: The US Department of State has congratulated the Sultanate of'Oman on joining the Artemis Accords, the 61st country to sign the Accords to date, pledging its commitment to peaceful space exploration and use. The signing took place on the margins…...
2nd ME Space Conference showcases Oman’s space ambitions
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (263+ words) MUSCAT: The events of the 2nd Middle East Space Conference kicked off yesterday, January 26, 2026, in Muscat, under the auspices of HH Sayyid Dr Kamil bin Fahd bin Mahmood al Said, Secretary-General of the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers. The…...
Savannah chimps offer new clues to human origins
1+ week, 3+ day ago (731+ words) A shriek broke the dawn on the savannah, followed by more screeches and the rustle of branches: The wild Fongoli chimps were bidding each other good morning in the dry, scraggly Sahel. The rare chimpanzees " who live in the bush…...
AI travel tools are everywhere. Are they any good?
1+ week, 4+ day ago (1284+ words) GABE CASTRO-ROOTCreators of travel technology powered by artificial intelligence say their tools can make your life easier by doing everything from planning your dream trip to maximising your loyalty points to telling you about a cool building down the street....
Will AI replace writing?
1+ week, 5+ day ago (791+ words) Do you need to write an email inquiring about a product or service? AI can do that for you. On the other hand, do you need to write a job application letter and draw up a CV? AI can do…...
AI in gmail. Here’s what to know
1+ week, 5+ day ago (1002+ words) About two years ago, Google practically force-fed artificial intelligence to the masses when it began showing AI-generated responses to people's questions at the top of search results. Now the company is taking a similar tack by adding AI into another…...
Qasim al Busaidy: A Passion that Captures the Universe and Transforms It into Art and Science
2+ week, 3+ day ago (933+ words) Under the clear skies of Oman stands Qasim bin Hamad al Busaidy, an astronomer and astrophotographer, holding his camera and telescope, turning simple nightly curiosity into a world full of creativity and discovery. A member of the Omani Astronomical Society,…...