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China Rules Out Novel Virus as Respiratory Ailments Spread

Currently, there is a notable surge in respiratory illnesses in China, though their severity does not match the levels seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are no novel or unusual pathogens in circulation. The health ministry of China attributes the......

Molfix Unveils Global Advertising Campaign with Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ as Brand Ambassador in Morocco

In a press conference held on November 28 in Casablanca, Hayat Maroc, a subsidiary of the Turkish giant Hayat Kimya, announced a new era with the renewed partnership between Molfix and the iconic Turkish star, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, also known as Muhannad. During the event, Tolga Arslan, the General......

Tragedy in Djibo: UN Reports Over 40 Civilians Killed in Brutal Burkina Faso Jihadist Attack

The United Nations Human Rights Office reported on Tuesday that a jihadist attack in the northern Burkina Faso town of Djibo over the weekend claimed the lives of at least forty civilians. Since 2015, Burkina Faso has been engulfed in a spiral of jihadist violence carried out by militants associated......

CIH Bank: Clarifications on Factoring Activity and Corrective Measures

CIH Bank has provided clarifications following the publication of information regarding anomalies discovered in certain factoring transactions with some clients. Upon the discovery of irregularities, the bank promptly identified the issues and implemented corrective measures, allowing CIH Bank to recover......

Dawajine Aviculture Expo 2023: Fostering Poultry Excellence for Food Sovereignty

Casablanca, Morocco - The eagerly anticipated 24th edition of the Casablanca Poultry Expo, known as "Dawajine," is set to take place from November 28 to 30, 2023, at the Exhibition Center of the Office des Changes in Casablanca. The event will be inaugurated by Mohammed Sadiki, the Minister of Agriculture,......

Bank Al-Maghrib Grants Authorization for Al Barid Bank to Expand Business Activities

The governor of Bank Al-Maghrib, Abdellatif Jouahri, has recently authorized Al Barid Bank to broaden its operations to include financing for professionals and very small enterprises (TPE). This decision was officially announced in the bulletin on November 16, 2023. "This new authorization follows the......

UK Health Officials Investigate First Case of New Swine Flu Strain: A(H1N2)v

In a significant development, health officials in the UK are delving into the discovery of the first confirmed case of a novel swine flu strain, A(H1N2)v. This breakthrough surfaced during a routine flu screening test conducted at a general practitioner's office in North Yorkshire. The individual in......

UAE's Resilience: Navigating the Scorching Horizon of Climate Change

In the face of mounting concerns that soaring temperatures could render parts of the Gulf region uninhabitable by century's end, Mariam Almheiri, the UAE's Minister of Climate Change and Environment, assured that the country is well-prepared for the challenges posed by climate change. Almheiri highlighted......

Musk's Agreement with Israel Restricts Starlink Operations in Gaza

Elon Musk's SpaceX has recently reached an agreement with the state of Israel, permitting the operation of Starlink satellite internet terminals exclusively with explicit approval from Israeli authorities, as revealed by Israeli Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi. This development follows Musk's......

China's Cautious Optimism Amidst Fragile Truce in Gaza

Beijing, November 27, 2023 - In a carefully measured response, China expressed a tempered sense of hope on Monday regarding recent developments between Israel and Hamas in the war-torn Gaza Strip. Despite acknowledging the small strides towards peace, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin highlighted......

Advancing Counterterrorism: The Role of Education in Morocco-EU Collaboration

Morocco and the European Union are reinforcing their joint commitment to combating terrorism and violent extremism through collaborative education initiatives. In a recent virtual conference marking the launch of the Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF) with a specific focus on education's preventive......

Prime Minister Akhannouch Calls for Dialogue with Education Unions: A Commitment to Educational Reform

Aziz Akhannouch, the Prime Minister, called on Thursday for a dialogue with education unions next Monday. He emphasized the government's commitment to its obligations regarding the comprehensive reform of the education system and the motivation of the teaching staff. Akhannouch underscored the crucial......

Senegal Inaugurates New UN Regional Service Center Outside Dakar

DAKAR - President Macky Sall of Senegal officially inaugurated the United Nations Regional Service Center on Thursday, situated in Diamniadio just outside the capital. The momentous opening ceremony marked the conclusion of a $291 million investment in a cutting-edge facility poised to streamline UN......