Morocco becomes Africa’s second largest electric vehicle market in 2025

Morocco ranked second in Africa for electric vehicle sales in 2025, with 5,500 units registered, according to data covering continental EV trends. The country accounted for 22% of Africa’s estimated 25,000 electric vehicles sold during the year, placing it behind Egypt and ahead of South Africa. The figures reflect a rapidly expanding......

Shell warns of unprecedented global energy crisis from Hormuz blockade

Wael Sawan, chief executive of Shell, has warned that the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz is driving a severe shock across global energy supply chains. The disruption comes amid escalating tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, which have destabilised one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Around 10% of......

2026 World Cup stadiums set stage for historic tournament

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will unfold across 16 stadiums in the United States, Mexico and Canada, marking the largest edition of the tournament ever held. With 48 national teams competing in 104 matches, the competition will span three host countries and bring together some of the most recognized sporting venues in North America. Morocco will......

Erdogan warns Israel actions threaten Turkey after regional escalation

Turkey’s president Recep Tayyip Erdogan told lawmakers that Israel’s military operations in Syria and Lebanon have reached a level that now poses a direct threat to Turkish security. He framed the regional conflict as no longer confined to neighboring states and argued that instability across the border immediately affects Turkey’s......

Female artists set to headline Mawazine music festival lineup 2026

The Mawazine festival in Rabat brings together a wide selection of female artists for its 21st edition under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The program spans multiple stages across the Moroccan capital and neighboring Salé, highlighting voices from the Arab world, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Each performance......

New Jersey residents to receive 770 free World Cup tickets

The organizing committee for the 2026 World Cup in the New York New Jersey region has announced the allocation of 770 free tickets to residents of New Jersey. The tickets will grant access to matches scheduled at MetLife Stadium, which will temporarily operate under the name New York New Jersey Stadium during the tournament. The 770 tickets......

US marks 250 years of independence with Morocco partnership celebration

The United States marked the 250th anniversary of its independence in Rabat on Tuesday with a diplomatic reception that brought together Moroccan officials, foreign diplomats, and representatives from the public and private sectors at the Chellah historic site. The event placed emphasis on the long-standing relationship between Morocco and......

Senegal federation clarifies World Cup airport security video

The Senegal Football Federation has clarified the circumstances surrounding a viral video showing members of its national team undergoing a security screening ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The footage sparked online debate about where and when the checks took place, prompting an official response from the governing body. The federation......

MetLife Stadium completes preparations for Morocco, Brazil World Cup opener

The MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, has entered the final phase of preparations ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup match between Morocco and Brazil on June 13. The encounter is expected to draw more than 80,000 spectators and stands out as one of the marquee fixtures of the group stage. Located near Manhattan,......

Morocco faces demanding World Cup group with Brazil opener

Morocco now knows its schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after FIFA confirmed the fixtures for Group C, where the Atlas Lions will compete against Brazil, Scotland and Haiti. The group presents a significant challenge, with Morocco opening its campaign against one of the tournament's leading contenders before two matches that could prove......

Gold falls below 4,200 dollars as Iran conflict pressures demand

Gold declined sharply and moved below 4,200 dollars per ounce for the first time since late March. The metal traded at 4,190.62 dollars, marking a daily drop of 1.65 percent. The move extended a broader selloff that has erased the year to date gains in gold and challenged its role as a safe haven during geopolitical stress. Market pressure......

New Windows Defender zero-day enables system privileges escalation

A new security flaw has emerged in Microsoft Defender shortly after the release of a major Patch Tuesday update cycle. The vulnerability allows attackers to gain SYSTEM-level privileges on fully updated Windows 10 and Windows 11 machines. The issue stems from a race condition inside Microsoft Defender, exposing systems even after recent security......

Global AI Debt issuance set to surpass $500 billion in 2026, Morgan Stanley projects

Global debt issuance linked to artificial intelligence is expected to surge sharply in 2026, surpassing half a trillion dollars as major technology companies increasingly rely on bond markets to finance massive infrastructure investments, according to projections from Morgan Stanley. The financial institution estimates that AI-related debt......

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