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Tétouan screening highlights Fatna El Bouih rights struggle documentary

The documentary screening held in Tétouan brought attention to the life and activism of Fatna El Bouih, a key figure in Morocco’s human rights movement. The event took place at a French cultural institute and gathered academics, activists, and members of the public to discuss the country’s......

Morocco faces persistent gender inequality despite legal progress

Morocco has achieved significant legal advances for women over the past two decades, yet structural gender inequalities continue to persist and reproduce themselves, depriving the country of a substantial portion of its economic and social potential, according to a new analysis by former minister Nouzha......

Six-year program aims to empower 5,000 women through cooperatives in Morocco

A six-year national program has been launched in Morocco to strengthen women-led cooperatives and expand economic opportunities for female entrepreneurs. The initiative targets 120 cooperatives and aims to support 5,000 women through structured training, technical assistance, and access to tailored financial......

Teotihuacán shooting linked to Columbine anniversary leaves one dead

A gunman opened fire at the Teotihuacán complex, killing a Canadian tourist and injuring 13 others in an attack that authorities say was carefully planned and symbolically timed. The shooting took place on April 20, the anniversary of the Columbine High School massacre, which investigators believe......

Two dead, one injured in South Carolina State University shooting

Two people were killed and one injured Thursday night in a shooting on the campus of South Carolina State University, marking the third such incident at the institution since October. The university confirmed the event occurred in a student housing complex, Hugine Suites, and that campus lockdown procedures......

Canada school shooting: Investigators examine profile of 18-year-old suspect

Canadian authorities are working to better understand the background and possible motives of an 18-year-old suspect following a deadly shooting in the small community of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, that left eight people dead and dozens injured. Police confirmed that the suspect, identified as......

Nine killed in shooting at school and nearby home in western Canada

Nine people were killed and 27 others injured after gunfire erupted inside a secondary school and at a nearby residence in the remote community of Tumbler Ridge, authorities confirmed Tuesday. Police said the suspected shooter was later found dead. The violence unfolded in the small town of roughly......

Immigration to Israel declines sharply in 2025 despite rise in arrivals from Western countries

Immigration to Israel saw a significant decline in 2025, with official figures showing a 24 percent drop compared to the previous year. The Jewish Agency, responsible for promoting and facilitating aliyah (Jewish immigration to Israel), reported that around 34,530 new immigrants arrived during the year,......

CNDH emphasizes the importance of protecting minors' privacy in Jerando case

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) is actively addressing the sensitive case involving a 14-year-old girl currently in custody at a child protection center. Under the leadership of Amina Bouayach, the Council is monitoring her situation, which has garnered attention due to its implications regarding......

Ontario Leads Canada in Immigrant Retention Rates

Ontario has recorded the highest immigrant retention rate in Canada, according to a recent report by Statistics Canada. In 2022, the province saw an impressive retention rate of 94.6% for new immigrants, setting a notable standard for other regions in the country. By comparison, Quebec's retention......

 Global Workers Unite Against Amazon Protests and Strikes on Black Friday for Better Rights and Climate Action

As Black Friday approaches, Amazon workers across more than 20 countries are preparing for a wave of protests and strikes aimed at highlighting critical issues related to workers' rights and climate action. The protests will take place between November 29 and December 2, coinciding with one of the......

A Historic Apology: President Biden Acknowledges the Pain of Indigenous Boarding Schools

In a significant move towards reconciliation, President Joe Biden announced he will formally apologize for the United States' role in the forced assimilation of Indigenous children through a boarding school system that spanned over 150 years. This apology, set to be delivered during his visit to......

Dawson Creek Residents in Crisis: Missing Persons and Rising Gang Violence Spark Alarm

In Dawson Creek, B.C., families of missing individuals are increasingly anxious as gang violence escalates in the area. Cole Hosack, a 24-year-old from Prince George, was only supposed to be passing through Dawson Creek over the New Year’s holiday. He arrived in town to celebrate with a friend’s......

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