Littoral governor condemns unrest after four protesters killed in Douala
The governor of Cameroon’s Littoral region has confirmed the deaths of four demonstrators during violent clashes in Douala following post-election protests. In an official statement released late on Sunday, October 26, Governor Samuel Dieudonné Ivaha Diboua attributed responsibility to presidential candidate Issa Tchiroma Bakary,......
Bitcoin whale offloads $627 million during market rebound
Despite the recent recovery in Bitcoin prices, long-term holders, including high-profile whales, are offloading substantial amounts of cryptocurrency. One prominent Bitcoin whale sold $627 million worth of BTC within two weeks, even as the market shows signs of stabilization following successful trade talks between the United States and China. Long-term......
Unexpected electoral surge strengthens Javier Milei’s leadership across Argentina
The legislative elections of 2025 delivered a stunning outcome that consolidates President Javier Milei’s political dominance. Argentina witnessed an overwhelming victory for La Libertad Avanza, which secured more than 40% of the votes nationwide. With over 90% of polling stations counted, Cabinet Chief Guillermo Francos announced that......
Iran, Russia, and China challenge European sanctions with coordinated diplomacy
Iran, Russia, and China have launched a joint diplomatic effort to counter European attempts to reimpose international sanctions on Tehran. The three nations sent coordinated letters to the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), arguing that the legal framework for such sanctions has expired. This move marks a significant......
Trump's visit to Japan sets stage for pivotal talks with Xi
Donald Trump arrived in Tokyo on Monday evening, commencing a high-stakes diplomatic mission that will culminate in his first face-to-face meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping since resuming office. The visit comes at a critical juncture in U.S.-China relations as both nations strive to de-escalate a burgeoning trade war. Trump's......
Gold prices drop as US-China trade optimism reduces haven demand
Gold prices fell on Monday as optimism surrounding critical trade negotiations between the United States and China dampened demand for the safe-haven metal. Both nations signaled progress in resolving their prolonged trade conflict, easing market tensions. Spot gold declined by 1.3% to $4,060.80 per ounce, while US gold futures dropped 1.6%......
Kurdish PKK withdraws all forces from Turkiye in move toward peace
The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) has announced the withdrawal of all its fighters from Turkiye, relocating them to northern Iraq in a historic step toward ending decades of armed conflict with the Turkish state. The move is part of the PKK’s broader plan to dissolve itself and abandon its armed struggle. In a statement, the......
Delta Air Lines unveils first nonstop flight between Atlanta and Marrakech
Delta Air Lines has officially launched its inaugural nonstop flight connecting Atlanta, Georgia, to Marrakech, Morocco, marking a historic milestone in the airline's expanding global network. The first flight, operated by a Boeing 767-400ER, landed at Marrakech Menara Airport today, symbolizing a strengthened partnership between the United......
EU threatens trade sanctions over China's rare earth export restrictions
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has issued a stern warning to China, signaling that the European Union may deploy its most powerful trade weapon in response to Beijing’s tightening control over rare earth exports. The move, which has disrupted European supply chains, underscores escalating tensions between......
Trump and Xi to finalize TikTok deal amid broader trade talks
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to finalize the highly anticipated TikTok agreement during their meeting on Thursday in South Korea, marking a potential breakthrough for the app's future and broader U.S.-China trade relations. TikTok deal to shift majority control to U.S. investors Speaking from Kuala......
Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine as western sanctions escalate
Russian aggression in Ukraine has reached alarming new levels, with President Volodymyr Zelensky revealing that Moscow deployed nearly 1,200 attack drones, over 1,360 guided aerial bombs, and more than 50 missiles in just one week. These strikes, targeting civilian infrastructure and residential areas, have caused widespread destruction and......
Spanish unemployment rises in third quarter as services sector slows
Spain’s unemployment rate increased slightly to 10.45 percent in the third quarter of 2025 as the dynamic services sector, heavily reliant on seasonal tourism and hospitality, shed jobs following the summer season. According to the National Statistics Institute, this figure represents a modest uptick from 10.29 percent in the previous......
Spain imposes stricter checks on non-lucrative visa applicants
Spain has recently tightened the application process for its non-lucrative visa, a residency option designed for non-European Union nationals with sufficient passive income who wish to live in the country without working. Immigration lawyers report that consulates now demand more extensive documentation from prospective residents. Applicants......
Financial criteria for Spain's non-lucrative visa unlikely to change in 2026
Foreign nationals living in Spain under the non-lucrative visa scheme, as well as new applicants seeking to relocate to the country, are facing questions over possible changes to the financial requirements for eligibility in 2026. This visa, which is popular among retirees and remote workers, allows non-EU citizens to reside in Spain if they......
Spain considers extending life of key nuclear power plant
Spanish authorities are reviewing a request to prolong the operation of the Almaraz nuclear power plant, originally scheduled to shut down in 2028. The proposal, submitted by energy firms Endesa, Iberdrola, and Naturgy, reflects renewed concerns over energy stability following a massive power outage in April. The plant currently generates......