Monday 13 April 2026 - 10:30
Six days after capturing a crescent view of Earth slipping behind the Moon, the crew of Artemis II has returned to Earth as their image, known as “Earthset,” gains global attention and comparisons to the historic “Earthrise” photograph from Apollo 8 in 1968. The photograph was taken on April 6 at 18:41 EDT as the four-member......
The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has accelerated a global shift away from fossil fuels, driving a sharp increase in China’s clean energy exports as countries seek alternatives to disrupted oil and gas supplies. Since Iran effectively blocked the strategic maritime route on February 28 following US and Israeli airstrikes, roughly one......
Apple has removed several high-end configurations of the Mac mini and Mac Studio from its online store, as a global memory chip shortage tightens supply across the consumer technology sector. According to reports from 9to5Mac and AppleInsider, multiple models are now listed as unavailable in the United States store. These include the Mac......
A long-period comet from the outer reaches of the solar system is now visible before dawn, offering a limited viewing window for observers in the Northern Hemisphere. The comet, C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), was spotted with the naked eye on April 11 at an estimated magnitude of 5.1. It was first discovered on September 8, 2025 by the Pan-STARRS......
A series of recent breakthroughs highlights the growing convergence between quantum computing and artificial intelligence in pharmaceutical research, with major contributions from Harvard University, IBM, and Cleveland Clinic. On April 10, researchers at Harvard University unveiled “Cascade,” a neural network-based decoder designed......
Global commodity markets reacted sharply after the United States announced a blockade targeting Iranian ports, triggering a surge in oil prices and a decline in gold. Crude oil benchmarks rose significantly, with prices climbing above the symbolic $100-per-barrel threshold. The increase reflects growing concerns over supply disruptions, particularly......
Chinese scientists have developed the first crystal capable of generating the ultraviolet light required to power thorium-based nuclear clocks, marking a key step toward navigation systems that can operate without GPS. The material, a fluoroborate compound created by a team led by Pan Shilie at the Xinjiang Technical Institute of Physics......
The United States and Australia have significantly increased their financial commitment to critical minerals projects, pledging billions of dollars to strengthen supply chains and reduce dependence on external sources. The joint investment, which has nearly doubled compared to earlier commitments, is aimed at supporting the development and......
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that China could face heavy trade penalties if it provides military assistance to Iran amid the ongoing regional conflict. Speaking in a televised interview, Trump stated that Washington could impose tariffs of up to 50% on Chinese goods if Beijing were found to be supporting Iran militarily. The remarks......
A group of migrants, including Moroccan nationals, has arrived in Costa Rica after being expelled from the United States under a new bilateral migration agreement between the two countries. The group, composed of 25 individuals from various nationalities, marks the first transfer carried out under the deal signed in March between Washington......
Oman has called on both the United States and Iran to make “painful concessions” in order to advance ongoing diplomatic negotiations and prevent further escalation of tensions between the two countries. Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi made the appeal on social media platform X, stressing that meaningful progress in negotiations......
President Donald Trump announced that the United States will immediately begin a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions in one of the world’s most strategic maritime routes. In a statement posted on social media, the U.S. president said the U.S. Navy would take action against any vessel attempting to enter or leave......
Lebanese Finance Minister Yassine Jaber has travelled to Washington to take part in the annual spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB), which will be held from April 13 to 18. He is leading a Lebanese delegation that also includes the Minister of Economy Amer Bsat, a representative from the presidential......
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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
Saturday 21 June 2025 - 15:48
