Far-right Vox proposes tax plan to curb foreign home purchases in Spain
Spain’s far-right political party, Vox, has unveiled a plan to introduce a "dissuasive tax regime" aimed at limiting property purchases by foreigners, while also attributing the country's housing crisis to illegal immigration. These measures are part of a broader strategy to prioritize Spaniards in the housing market and......
Morocco strengthens multilateral diplomacy as IAEA vice-president for 2025-2026
Morocco has been elected vice-president of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors for the 2025-2026 term, represented by Azzeddine Farhane, the country’s ambassador and permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna. This achievement underscores Morocco’s increasing prominence in global......
France formally recognizes Palestinian state as Macron calls for Gaza war to end
At a United Nations summit, French President Emmanuel Macron made a groundbreaking announcement that France officially recognizes the State of Palestine. This decision, hailed as a historic moment in French foreign policy, signals a significant shift in Western engagement with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and stands as one of the most......
UN faces global challenges at 80th General Assembly amid new geopolitical shifts
As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, world leaders convene at the General Assembly to address escalating conflicts, financial instability, and transformative global issues. The summit, held against the backdrop of wars, climate crises, and advancing technologies, aims to foster international solidarity and chart a path forward......
Lamine Yamal makes history with consecutive Kopa Trophy wins
Barcelona’s young sensation, Lamine Yamal, has become the first player in history to win the Kopa Trophy in consecutive years. The 18-year-old’s back-to-back triumphs underscore his meteoric rise as one of the most promising stars in world football. The Kopa Trophy, awarded annually by France Football during the prestigious Ballon......
Investing in youth and girls: A cornerstone for Morocco’s sustainable future
Morocco’s Human Rights Council (CNDH) launched a two-day scientific forum in Rabat on September 22, focused on the theme, “Youth Empowerment: Girls at the Heart of Inclusive and Sustainable Development.” The event brought together experts, officials, and young voices to explore strategies for advancing youth and girls’......
Desperate escape: Gaza families face insurmountable costs to flee violence
As the Israeli offensive in Gaza intensifies, families are struggling to escape, faced with exorbitant costs and dangerous conditions. According to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), it costs over $3,000 for a family to flee Gaza, a price tag far beyond the means of most residents. Financial......
Morocco’s inflation eases to 0.3% in August 2025 amid mixed price trends
Morocco’s annual inflation rate dropped to 0.3% in August 2025, down from 0.5% in July, marking the lowest rate since April 2024, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This reflects an ongoing easing of price pressures, despite notable increases in specific consumer costs. Consumer price trends The Consumer Price Index......
Spain’s prime minister urges UN membership for Palestine after French-led summit
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called for the recognition of a Palestinian state as a full member of the United Nations, following a French-led summit on the issue. His remarks were made during an address to the United Nations General Assembly, where he emphasized the urgency of the matter. "This conference marks a milestone,......
Morocco strengthens industrial sovereignty with $110 million investment in fluorine production
INNOVX has secured $110 million in financing from Bank of Africa to support the development of its subsidiary, Fluoralpha, which is spearheading a groundbreaking project in Jorf Lasfar, Morocco. This initiative focuses on recovering fluorine from Moroccan phosphate rocks, reinforcing Morocco’s position in global value chains tied to......
Morocco showcases public-private partnership model at New York summit
Morocco presented its innovative public-private partnership (PPP) model on Sunday during the “Public-Private Partnership Summit for Change” in New York. The high-profile event, held just before the UN General Assembly’s high-level week, brought together global business leaders and senior government officials to explore how......
Metaplanet’s $632 million Bitcoin purchase cements its position as 5th-largest corporate holder
Tokyo-based investment firm Metaplanet has made waves with its acquisition of 5,419 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $632.53 million. This record-breaking transaction, executed at an average price of $116,724 per Bitcoin, marks the company’s largest single purchase to date. Metaplanet now holds 25,555 BTC, with a current market value......
Astronomers detect 'heartbeat' of a neutron star in a cosmic explosion
For the first time, an international team of researchers has captured direct evidence of the “heartbeat” of a newborn neutron star within a distant gamma-ray burst (GRB). This groundbreaking discovery provides crucial proof that at least some of the cosmos' most explosive events are powered by rapidly spinning, highly magnetic......
Ice found to dissolve iron more effectively than water, study reveals
Scientists at Umeå University have discovered that ice can dissolve iron minerals more efficiently than liquid water, shedding light on why Arctic rivers are turning a rusty orange as climate change accelerates permafrost thaw. This groundbreaking research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, challenges......
Oracle appoints dual CEOs to spearhead AI-driven growth strategy
Oracle has announced the appointment of Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia as co-CEOs, marking a pivotal leadership transition as the tech giant intensifies its focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing. Safra Catz, the current CEO, will assume the role of executive vice chair of the board of directors, ensuring continuity in the......