Fire damages pavilion at historic Yongqing Temple in China
A fire broke out at the Yongqing Temple in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu province, China, on November 12, engulfing the three-story Wenchang Pavilion. The temple, located on Fenghuang Mountain and originally built during the Southern Liang dynasty, suffered significant damage, though no injuries were reported. The blaze, which erupted at 11:24 a.m.,......
Cadiz port resumes maritime connection with Morocco after 11 years
The Port of Cadiz has reestablished regular maritime connections with Morocco after an 11-year hiatus, a major step in revitalizing cross-strait trade and cooperation. This milestone marks a turning point in the port's strategic expansion plan, which aims to strengthen ties with both Morocco and the Canary Islands. The renewed connection......
Blue Origin advances Mars ambitions with successful New Glenn launch and booster recovery
The New Glenn rocket, developed by Jeff Bezos' aerospace company Blue Origin, successfully completed its second flight on Thursday, marking a significant breakthrough for the company. Launching from Cape Canaveral, Florida, the rocket carried two NASA satellites destined for Mars while achieving its first successful booster landing at......
Spain dismantles trafficking network smuggling minors to France via Morocco
Spanish authorities have successfully dismantled an international criminal network trafficking underage migrants from the Canary Islands to France, with key operational links in Morocco. The crackdown, part of "Operation Triton," has led to the arrest of 11 individuals across Spain, including nine in Lanzarote, one in Madrid, and......
Morocco sets record with 1,200 tons of lemon exports to UK
Morocco has achieved an unprecedented milestone in its lemon exports to the United Kingdom, shipping 1,200 tons between November 2024 and August 2025. This record-breaking achievement, valued at MAD 9.6 million ($920,000), reflects a 40-fold increase compared to the previous season, according to EastFruit. Remarkably, this volume surpasses......
Napoleon’s lost diamond brooch fetches $4.4 million at Sotheby’s auction
A diamond brooch once belonging to Napoleon Bonaparte has sold for 3.5 million Swiss francs, equivalent to about $4.4 million, at a Sotheby’s auction in Geneva. The sale far exceeded its pre-sale estimate and reignited global fascination with Napoleonic treasures. The rare jewel is believed to have been lost during Napoleon’s retreat......
China signals support for Morocco's autonomy plan in Sahara
China has reaffirmed its support for the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Sahara (MINURSO) while emphasizing the importance of its strategic partnership with Morocco. The statement followed a meeting between Yu Jinsong, China’s ambassador to Morocco, and Alexander Ivanko, the head of MINURSO. On October 31, China abstained......
Global oil surplus expected to reach 4 million barrels per day by 2026, IEA warns
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has raised its global oil supply growth forecasts, cautioning that the market may face increasing imbalances in the coming years. According to the agency's latest monthly report, global oil supply is projected to outpace demand by 4 million barrels per day (bpd) by 2026, as stockpiles continue to accumulate. The......
Nokia finalizes $1 billion equity deal with Nvidia to accelerate AI-powered networks
Nokia has completed its $1 billion equity issuance to Nvidia, marking a significant step in their strategic partnership aimed at advancing AI-powered telecommunications networks. The Finnish telecommunications giant registered 166,389,351 new shares with Finnish authorities on November 13, 2025, increasing Nvidia's stake in the company......
Trump signs bill ending 43-day government shutdown
President Donald Trump signed a bill Wednesday evening, bringing an end to a record 43-day government shutdown. The measure allows over one million federal employees to return to work and resumes disrupted services across the nation. Federal operations to resume Thursday The legislation funds most government agencies through January 30,......
American B-52 conducts simulated strike drills near Russia
A U.S. B-52H Stratofortress strategic bomber conducted simulated strike operations over eastern Finland on November 12, flying within 50 kilometers of Russian territory during a NATO training mission that underscores the alliance's military preparedness along its eastern flank. Multinational NATO exercise The exercise took place over......
Discontent grows at Real Madrid as Xabi Alonso clashes with Vinicius Jr.
Tensions between Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso and Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr. have come under scrutiny following a goalless draw at Estadio de Vallecas last Sunday. Clips circulating on social media show moments of visible frustration between the pair, sparking debate about their relationship and its impact on the team. One viral clip......
Michael Burry warns of AI stock bubble and accuses tech giants of accounting fraud
Michael Burry, the investor famed for predicting the 2008 housing crisis, has resurfaced on social media after a two-year hiatus with a stark warning: artificial intelligence (AI) stocks are in a bubble, and major tech companies are inflating earnings through questionable accounting practices. Bold bets against AI giants Burry’s investment......
PFA chief warns Premier League of legal battle over proposed financial rules
The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) has warned the Premier League of potential legal action if it presses ahead with new financial regulations that cap club spending, regardless of their earnings. PFA chief executive Maheta Molango cautioned that the proposed "top-to-bottom anchoring" (TBA) system would face significant......
Milan's penalty controversy: Saelemaekers incident reignites VAR debate in Serie A
The Serie A clash between Parma and AC Milan ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, with controversy surrounding a first-half penalty awarded to Milan. Alexis Saelemaekers was brought down in the penalty area, prompting referee Marco Di Bello to point to the spot after assessing the incident. The decision, which led to heated discussions, offered fresh......