US tourism declines by 3 million visitors under Trump’s presidency
The United States has seen a notable decline in international tourism, with over 3 million fewer visitors in the first seven months of 2025, marking a 1.6% drop compared to the same period last year. Experts attribute this downturn to the policies and rhetoric of Donald Trump's administration following his return to the presidency. This......
How meme coins are reshaping cryptocurrency investment strategies
Meme coins, once dismissed as internet novelties, have grown into billion-dollar assets capable of diversifying cryptocurrency portfolios. Institutional investors are beginning to take these tokens seriously, with Shiba Inu alone commanding a market valuation of $8.5 billion. While their unpredictability makes them polarizing, their independence......
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif fights gender testing rules in international sport
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, gold medalist in the under-66 kg category at the Paris 2024 Olympics, has launched a legal challenge against World Boxing’s gender testing regulations. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) confirmed it received her appeal but declined to suspend the contested rules while the case proceeds. At the heart......
Morocco’s economy grows unevenly as regional disparities deepen
Morocco’s economy expanded by 3.7% in 2023, showcasing resilience amid global challenges. However, a new report by the High Commission of Planning (HCP) reveals that the benefits of this growth were not evenly distributed across the country, with significant regional inequalities persisting. The nation’s GDP reached MAD 1.48 trillion......
Moroccan authorities intercept 60 kilograms of hashish at Bab Sebta crossing
Moroccan customs officials, in collaboration with the national police, successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle 60 kilograms of hashish at the Bab Sebta border crossing on Tuesday morning. The operation, part of Morocco's ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking, highlights the country’s firm stance against international smuggling......
Apple enforces supplier automation to secure contracts
Apple is now mandating its suppliers to adopt robotic automation or risk losing their manufacturing contracts, marking a significant shift from its previous policy of subsidizing factory upgrades. According to a report by DigiTimes Asia, the tech giant has made automation a prerequisite for securing production orders. Automation across all......
Spain sets new tourism record but faces signs of slowdown
Spain welcomed over 11 million international tourists in July 2025, setting a new record for the month, according to the latest figures from the National Institute of Statistics (INE). Despite the milestone, growth in visitor numbers has slowed significantly, with an increase of just 1.6 percent compared to July 2024. Record figures but slower......
Palantir's 400% surge cements its place as Wall Street's AI favorite
Palantir Technologies has emerged as a standout success story on Wall Street, with its stock skyrocketing over 400% in the past year. The data analytics company has captivated investors, surpassing even Nvidia in popularity among retail investors. Unlike its counterparts, Palantir's focus on AI applications that deliver tangible business......
HM King Mohammed VI appoints Abdellah Boutrig as Morocco’s cybersecurity chief
His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and Chief of General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), has named Brigadier General Abdellah Boutrig as the Director General of Morocco’s Information Systems Security Directorate (DGSSI). The appointment reflects the country’s ongoing commitment to bolstering its cybersecurity......
Global Sumud Flotilla encounters weather challenges in mission to break Gaza blockade
The Global Sumud Flotilla, a civilian-led maritime mission aimed at breaking Israel’s blockade on Gaza, has faced a temporary setback due to severe weather conditions in the Mediterranean. Organizers remain committed to their goal of delivering humanitarian aid and raising awareness of the devastating impact of the blockade on Gaza’s......
Morocco initiates second phase of Hajj payment process for waiting list applicants
The Moroccan Ministry of Islamic Affairs has announced the second phase of fee payments for the 2026 Hajj season, specifically targeting applicants on the waiting list. This phase will begin on September 15 and conclude on September 19, with payments to be made via certified checks. Replacement process for waiting list applicants Individuals......
Special Al Boraq trains added for Morocco-Niger World Cup qualifier
The National Railways Office (ONCF) has launched a special transportation plan to support fans attending the Morocco-Niger World Cup qualifier, set to take place at the newly reconstructed Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The match, scheduled for Friday, September 5, marks the official inauguration of the 68,000-seat stadium, which......
Egyptian tech firm 2B launches first store in Morocco, driving North African expansion
Egyptian technology and IT solutions provider 2B has officially inaugurated its first retail store in Casablanca, marking a significant step in its strategy to expand across North Africa. This move follows the company’s successful operations in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and China, and aims to provide Moroccan customers with advanced electronics,......
Abdellatif Jouahri ranks among world’s top central bank governors in 2025
Abdellatif Jouahri, Wali of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), has been recognized as one of the world’s leading central bank governors in the 2025 Central Banker Report Cards by the prestigious American financial magazine Global Finance. Jouahri received an “A” rating, placing him in an elite group of international financial leaders......
Morocco solidifies position as Africa’s 4th largest importer of Chinese solar panels
Morocco has emerged as a leading player in Africa's renewable energy landscape, ranking as the continent’s fourth-largest importer of solar panels from China. A new report highlights the country’s dedication to achieving its renewable energy targets, reinforcing its global reputation as a sustainability leader. Solar imports......