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Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit China on May 19 and 20 for high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to an announcement from the Kremlin. The visit comes only a few days after U.S. President Donald Trump traveled to China, highlighting the growing diplomatic activity surrounding relations between......
Taiwanese authorities reaffirmed the island’s status as an independent and sovereign nation following recent comments made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding tensions between Taipei and Beijing. In an official statement released on Saturday, Taiwan’s foreign ministry declared that the island operates as a democratic and......
Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security, known as the DGSN, marked its 70th anniversary on May 16 as the institution continued a broad modernization strategy focused on crime reduction, digital transformation, police training, and international security cooperation. Created in 1956 after Morocco’s independence, the agency......
Chinese officials held high-level meetings in Beijing with leading American financial executives as both countries continue efforts to strengthen economic dialogue despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. According to reports from state-backed media, senior Chinese authorities, including officials from the country’s securities regulator......
As preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, senior officials from FIFA are expected to meet representatives of the Iranian Football Federation in Istanbul on Saturday to discuss Iran’s participation in the tournament. According to international media reports, FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom will hold talks with officials......
Tensions around the Sahara dispute intensified following a reported attack on Smara attributed to the Polisario Front. The incident triggered renewed debate over the group’s role in the conflict and its impact on regional stability. The episode also revived calls for a reassessment of how international actors engage with the movement. The......
Prediction market platforms are facing increased regulatory attention after reports of a sharp rise in suspicious trading activity linked to the rapid growth of the sector. Major platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket have reportedly detected a growing number of unusual transactions during 2026 as more investors turn to prediction-based......
Leading executives from major technology companies have been invited to appear before the United States Senate for a new oversight hearing focused on the influence and responsibilities of digital platforms. According to congressional sources, the hearing scheduled for June will include the participation of Mark Zuckerberg from Meta, Sundar......
Microsoft has begun cancelling licenses for Claude Code across parts of its engineering organization and is directing developers toward GitHub Copilot CLI. The move affects teams within its Experiences and Devices division, which includes major products such as Windows, Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, and Surface. The decision marks a rapid......
Starbucks has announced the elimination of approximately 300 corporate positions in the United States as part of a broader restructuring plan aimed at improving operational efficiency and restoring long-term profitability. The company confirmed that several regional support offices across the country will be consolidated or closed, including......
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz sparked international debate after stating that he would currently discourage his children from living or studying in the United States, citing concerns about the country’s evolving social environment and limited opportunities for young graduates. Speaking during a public event in Würzburg, the......
Gold prices fell to a one-week low on Friday, extending a multi-session decline as rising oil prices and inflation concerns strengthened the US dollar and weighed on precious metals. The move marked a fourth consecutive losing session for gold, reflecting growing pressure from higher US Treasury yields and shifting expectations around future......
Private credit funds are facing growing pressure as investors become increasingly concerned about credit quality, market volatility, and the impact of artificial intelligence on several industries. Recent financial filings from major business development companies (BDCs) revealed that many lenders have reduced the estimated value of their......
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
Monday 06 April 2026 - 13:04
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Les Impériales Week 2026: Under the Theme “Daba or Never”
Tuesday 31 March 2026 - 10:03
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Iran under the lens
Tuesday 13 January 2026 - 08:30
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AFCON 2025: Morocco at the heart of African football
Friday 19 December 2025 - 11:16
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Walaw at the Heart of the Mawazine Festival – Rhythms of the World 2025
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