Trump calls for Senate rule change to end U.S. government shutdown
The United States government remains at a standstill as a budget impasse in Congress has kept it partially shut down since October 1, 2025. Former President Donald Trump has called for abolishing the Senate rule requiring a 60-vote supermajority to pass legislation, commonly known as the filibuster. This procedural rule, which allows 41 senators......
Trump urges Senate Republicans to end filibuster amid government shutdown
The United States faces mounting pressure as President Donald Trump intensifies his push to end the month-long partial government shutdown. On Thursday, Trump called on Senate Republicans to invoke the "nuclear option," eliminating the filibuster rule to advance federal funding legislation and reopen government operations. This marks......
Morocco prioritizes tech sovereignty for a sustainable digital future
Morocco is placing technological sovereignty at the core of its vision for a sustainable and inclusive digital future, according to Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Minister Delegate in charge of the Digital Transition and Administrative Reform. Speaking at Orange Maroc’s Live Intelligence generative AI launch event in Rabat, Seghrouchni......
Unprecedented rainfall floods New York City, leaving two dead and paralyzing transportation
New York City faced record-breaking rainfall on Thursday, October 30, 2025, triggering severe flooding across all five boroughs. The deluge inundated streets, overwhelmed subway lines, and disrupted operations at major airports, including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark. Two men tragically lost their lives after being found in flooded basements......
Morocco rises as a key player in the global cryptocurrency market
Morocco is solidifying its position as one of the most active cryptocurrency markets in the world, with the 2025 Chainalysis Global Crypto Adoption Index ranking the country 24th globally. This places Morocco ahead of notable African peers such as Kenya (25th), Egypt (26th), and South Africa (28th), while it trails emerging powerhouses like......
Iran denounces US nuclear test resumption as reckless and regressive
Iran’s foreign minister has publicly condemned the United States’ plans to restart nuclear weapons testing, describing the move as “regressive and irresponsible.” The remarks followed President Donald Trump’s surprise directive, issued via social media, ordering the......
Morocco accelerates growth in transport and logistics sectors ahead of global events
Morocco is witnessing significant progress in its transport and logistics sectors, with state operators reporting steady revenue increases driven by strategic investments and growing demand. These developments come as the country prepares to host major sporting events, including the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup in 2030. Robust......
G7 forms alliance on critical minerals to challenge China's dominance
The Group of Seven nations has unveiled a landmark alliance aimed at bolstering the production of critical minerals, a move described by Canadian Energy Minister Tim Hodgson as a pivotal shift in efforts to lessen Western reliance on China's grip over resources vital for modern technology. Revealed at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers'......
Figma acquires AI design startup Weavy for $200 million
Figma has announced its acquisition of the Israeli AI-powered design startup Weavy for an estimated $150 to $200 million, marking a significant milestone since the design platform’s IPO in July. Based in Tel Aviv, Weavy will operate under the new brand Figma Weave, integrating its 20 employees into Figma’s growing AI initiatives. Strategic......
LOT Polish Airlines launches direct flights between Warsaw and Marrakech
Polish national carrier LOT Polish Airlines inaugurated its first direct flight between Warsaw and Marrakech on Tuesday, enhancing air connectivity between Poland and Morocco. The new route aims to boost tourism and strengthen economic ties between the two nations. The inaugural flight, operated by a Boeing 737 MAX 8, departed from Warsaw’s......
Valencia leader heckled at memorial for flood victims amid criticism over disaster response
The leader of Spain's Valencia region, Carlos Mazón, faced public outrage during a state memorial service marking the first anniversary of the 2024 floods, the deadliest natural disaster in the country in decades. Relatives of victims accused him of mishandling the emergency response that followed the devastating floods, which claimed......
The Caso Koldo corruption scandal and its impact on Spain's government
The Caso Koldo, also known as the Ábalos Case, is a major ongoing corruption investigation that has deeply shaken Spain’s political scene since early 2024. The case centers on former Transport Minister José Luis Ábalos and his close advisor Koldo García......
China unveils national automotive chip testing platform in Shenzhen
China has launched its first national automotive chip testing platform in Shenzhen, a strategic move to bolster self-reliance in semiconductors amid a global chip shortage fueled by tensions with Nexperia. The facility, jointly developed by state-owned China Reform Holdings and the China Automotive Technology and Research Center, aims to address......
Torrential rain causes severe flooding and transport chaos across southern Spain
Torrential rain and powerful winds battered the Andalusian provinces of Seville and Huelva on Wednesday, flooding city streets, disrupting transport, and prompting hundreds of emergency calls. The storm struck on the anniversary of the deadly Valencia floods, underscoring Spain’s growing vulnerability to extreme weather. According to......
Morocco strengthens support for oasis communities to boost sustainable date production
Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, Ahmed El Bouari, announced an expanded national commitment to reinforcing the country’s oasis ecosystems and revitalizing its date production industry. The statement came during the opening ceremony of the 14th International Date Fair in Erfoud, held under the theme of sustainable water resource......