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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept — it is already transforming our lives at a pace faster than we think. From virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa to personalised...

As we enter 2025, the world is changing rapidly, and the Sultanate of Oman is standing at five crucial crossroads. Geopolitical tensions, technological advances, shifting energy markets, climate...

The recent COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, brought together nations at a critical juncture in the fight against climate change. Having participated in COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh and COP28 in Dubai,...

As the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) faces rapidly evolving geopolitical challenges, recent legislative amendments signal a bold shift towards a governance model that aligns with regional visions,...

With Donald Trump’s decisive win in the 2024 US presidential election, the Sultanate of Oman finds itself at a strategic crossroads: how to best align with the US in a way that advances mutual...

Among the countless stories I have witnessed in my life, none have been more difficult to share than that of the kids who lose their rhythm. Childhood experiences shape our minds, lives, and...

In an era of shifting global dynamics, certain national models offer powerful lessons on how to build resilient and forward-thinking societies interested in investing in long-term positive...

Few people in modern history have shaken up the global innovation landscape like Elon Musk. In just two decades, Musk has become a name synonymous with technology innovation—his ventures admired by...

Four centuries ago, at the height of Portuguese imperialism, Oman began a defining struggle for liberation under the leadership of Imam Nassir bin Murshid Al Yarubi. This effort eventually freed...

In the realms of entrepreneurship, startups, and education, we often emphasise that leadership is the cornerstone of success. Whether steering a business, a community, or a nation, leadership...

September is an exciting time of year, especially for students and families preparing for the academic season. I look forward to it because of the highly anticipated global tech events, like the Apple...

‘Spring comes with such an enchanting smile you would think it is speaking to you,’ wrote the poet Al Buhtri in the 9th century, whose poetry we study in school language courses. His words capture...

Learning a foreign language is often a daunting task, but our ninth-grade English teacher, John from Sudan, had a unique way of making it more than just an academic exercise. He transformed our...

The saying ‘one person’s loss is another person’s gain’ rightly describes the current global war for talent. Over the past year, many highly skilled professionals — scientists,...

‘Since when do you enslave people when their mothers give birth to them free?’ This powerful question, posed by Caliph Umar ibn Al Khattab in the 7th century, resonates across the ages as a...

How will you measure the success of your city? In his book “How Will You Measure Your Life?” the late father of Disruptive Innovation, Professor Clayton Christensen, emphasised the importance of...

Salalah offers a distinctive blend of modernity, connectivity, natural serenity, cultural richness, and spiritual depth, making it an exceptional destination for weddings. Renowned for its unique...

What can you get for 300 baisa, equivalent to around $1, in Salalah, in Dhofar in the Sultanate of Oman? From experience, you will get the warmest welcome by the vendors of one of the many food and...

Humanity keeps learning that to heal from any inevitable trauma of betrayal, all we need is faith, personal and spiritual growth, and resilience. This timeless lesson is beautifully encapsulated in...

In today’s era of digital transformation, AI and evolving workplace dynamics, performance management systems like Ejada, which means excellence in Arabic language, play a significant role in guiding...