Oman’s Research Spotlight: Dr. Anwaar Said Al Maqbali of Sultan Qaboos University won recognition at Oman’s 12th National Research Awards for young researchers, advancing new chiral molecular synthesis with promising drug-development potential. Vision 2040 Meets Sustainability: Oxford Business Group and Oman’s Environment Authority released a report arguing environmental protection is now an economic asset—strengthening monitoring, permitting, and coordination to boost investor confidence and long-term resilience. Culture & Community Libraries: The Shura Council’s Media, Tourism and Culture Committee met community library and cultural centre representatives, with a focus on expanding reading culture and improving how these institutions serve society. World Accreditation Day: Oman marked World Accreditation Day, highlighting the role of accreditation in quality and trust. Maritime Safety Near Hormuz: A Palau-flagged tanker, MT Marivex, reported a fire south of the Strait of Hormuz; all 24 Indian crew members were evacuated and confirmed safe while authorities investigated the cause. Education Justice in the Gulf: India’s Supreme Court and Delhi High Court issued notices to CBSE over delayed or withheld Class 12 improvement results for students affected by Gulf exam disruptions, with judges stressing the impact on children’s admissions. Global Culture Lens: A feature revisited how colonisation and the slave trade disrupted African cultural systems, asking whether the damage can be reversed.