Thursday 30 April 2026 - 13:04
Thursday 30 April 2026 - 11:04
Volkswagen AG is expected to see only limited financial relief even if it succeeds in securing refunds on U.S. import tariffs, according to the company’s chief financial officer. Speaking on Thursday, CFO Arno Antlitz said that any potential reimbursement linked to tariffs imposed by the United States would have a relatively small impact......
A joint NASA and Indian Space Research Organisation satellite has produced new high resolution maps showing rapid ground subsidence beneath Mexico City. Early analysis indicates that parts of the metropolitan area are sinking by more than 2 centimetres per month, highlighting a growing geological and urban stability challenge in one of the......
Authorities in California have declared a state of emergency following the rapid spread of an invasive species known as the golden mussel in the Sacramento–San Joaquin Delta. Officials warn that the situation poses a serious threat to water systems, ecosystems, and infrastructure across the region. The decision was made unanimously......
France has presented a national roadmap that sets out a phased exit from fossil fuels across its entire economy. The plan targets coal by 2030, oil by 2045 and natural gas by 2050. It places the country on a structured path toward full decarbonisation and long-term climate neutrality. The announcement was made at an international ministerial......
Scientists have developed a gene editing technique capable of inserting DNA segments more than 13 times larger than previous limits, opening a path toward replacing entire defective genes in a single therapeutic intervention. The method, known as prime assembly, was published on April 29, 2026 in Nature and marks a significant advance in genome......
Google has given its clearest indication yet that advertising will be integrated into its Gemini chatbot, marking a shift in its public stance on monetizing generative AI products. During its first quarter 2026 earnings call, chief business officer Philipp Schindler told analysts that advertising formats already proving effective in AI-powered......
The United States has reiterated its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, reaffirming a position that continues to shape diplomatic relations between the two countries. During an official visit to Rabat, Christopher Landau confirmed Washington’s stance following talks with Nasser Bourita. He emphasized that the......
Major technology companies are scaling up spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure to unprecedented levels, with combined capital expenditure plans nearing $725 billion for 2026. The surge follows quarterly earnings reports released on April 29 by Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Microsoft, all of which confirmed or increased their commitments......
Prices for advanced artificial intelligence servers have surged in China, with some of Nvidia’s latest B300 systems reportedly reaching nearly $1 million per unit, according to industry sources. The sharp increase reflects a combination of strong demand for high-performance computing and tightening supply constraints linked to U.S.......
Oil prices surged to multi-month highs as Brent crude crossed the 115 dollar mark, driven by a sharp shift in global supply expectations following the United Arab Emirates’ decision to leave the OPEC alliance and rising tensions between the United States and Iran over maritime access through the Strait of Hormuz. Traders reacted to the......
China has proposed a new regulatory framework that would impose stricter administrative penalties on illegal activity across its rare earth sector, including extraction, refining, and related operations. The draft rules target production beyond approved quotas, mining or processing without a licence, and obstruction of state inspections. The......
French countertenor Philippe Jaroussky has been forced to cancel his North American tour after failing to obtain a U.S. work visa in time for his scheduled performances. The internationally acclaimed classical singer was due to perform in several cities across the United States and Canada as part of his “Gelosia!” tour, accompanied......
The risk of a jet fuel shortage in Europe is easing, according to Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary, who offered a more optimistic assessment of fuel supply conditions than earlier warnings circulating in the aviation sector. His comments come as the Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global energy flows and pressure transport......
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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
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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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