Fuel giants dominate Morocco’s market with MAD 2.3 billion profit in 2024
Morocco’s fuel distribution market remains under the tight control of nine major companies, which collectively generated a net profit of MAD 2.3 billion ($230 million) in 2024, according to a newly released report from the Competition Council. Despite signs of market diversification, these distributors continue to command significant......
XRP and Bitcoin: Unlocking Crypto Potential with Hashj in 2025
XRP and Bitcoin remain at the forefront of the cryptocurrency world in 2025, showcasing their unique strengths in revolutionizing global financial systems. Despite their differences, both cryptocurrencies have gained prominence for their ability to store and transfer value across borders efficiently. This article delves into the evolution......
Morocco to invest $8 billion in nationwide 5G rollout by 2030
Morocco has set an ambitious goal to achieve 85% 5G coverage by 2030, announcing an investment of MAD 80 billion ($8 billion) as part of its national digital transformation strategy. This major initiative was unveiled during the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) board meeting, held in Rabat under the leadership of Head of......
Elon Musk plans AI-powered revival of Vine, sparking mixed reactions
Elon Musk has announced plans to revive the once-popular video-sharing platform Vine, integrating artificial intelligence into its new iteration. The original Vine, which allowed users to share six-second videos, was launched by Twitter in 2012 and shut down in 2017. Musk, who owns the rebranded Twitter platform, X, revealed his intentions......
Spain’s PM gains momentum as corruption scandal hits opposition party
Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has found unexpected political relief amid corruption allegations targeting Cristóbal Montoro, a former finance minister and a key figure in the conservative Popular Party (PP). The revelations weaken the PP’s anti-corruption narrative while Sánchez navigates his own government’s......
Spain’s workforce grows by over 1 million foreigners in a decade
Spain has added more than 1.4 million foreign workers to its labor force over the past decade, according to new data. Economists view this trend as essential for sustaining the country’s welfare and pension systems amid an aging population. A decade of growth in foreign labor Figures from Spain's Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security,......
Exploring legal alternatives to Spain's Beckham Law tax regime
Spain’s Beckham Law, offering a flat 24 percent tax rate for eligible foreigners, has long attracted international professionals and investors. However, recent scrutiny and legal challenges have led many to explore other legitimate tax-saving options. Here’s a look at some of the alternatives available. Understanding Spain's......
Flight attendant sentenced to 18 years for secretly filming minors in airplane bathrooms
An ex-flight attendant for American Airlines has been sentenced to 18 years and six months in prison for attempting to exploit minors sexually and possessing child pornography. The court also imposed five years of supervised release following his prison term. Estes Carter Thompson III was arrested in January 2024 after a 14-year-old passenger......
Morocco signs $3.7 billion deal to modernize airports and strengthen aviation sector
Morocco has taken a major step toward transforming its aviation sector with the signing of a $3.7 billion agreement to upgrade and expand the country’s airport infrastructure. The deal, signed by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch and the National Airports Authority (ONDA), outlines an ambitious five-year investment plan aimed at boosting......
Gaza starvation crisis deepens as death toll reaches 114 and malnutrition soars
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to escalate, with the death toll from starvation rising to 114. This morning, medical staff at Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital confirmed the death of another child due to severe malnutrition, underscoring the dire situation in the besieged enclave. According to the Wafa news agency, over 900,000 children......
Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71, leaving a lasting legacy
Professional wrestling icon and entertainment star Hulk Hogan has passed away at the age of 71. The Clearwater Police Department confirmed that medics responded to a cardiac arrest call at Hogan’s Florida home shortly before 10 a.m. on Thursday. He was pronounced dead at Morton Plant Hospital. Hogan, born Terry Gene Bollea, was transported......
U.S. fertility rate hits record low despite rise in total births
The fertility rate in the United States has reached its lowest point on record, continuing a two-decade decline, according to new data from federal health officials released Thursday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that the fertility rate dropped by 1% between 2023 and 2024, from 54.5 to 53.8 births per 1,000......
Hochul considers redistricting New York to counter GOP maneuvers in Texas
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she is open to the idea of redrawing the state’s congressional districts to bolster Democratic representation ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Her remarks come as former President Donald Trump pushes for redistricting in Republican-dominated states like Texas to secure more GOP......
Trump signs executive order targeting homelessness and urban disorder
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday aimed at addressing homelessness and urban disorder across the United States. The measure, titled “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets,” seeks to remove homeless individuals from public spaces while redirecting federal resources to addiction and mental......
Off-duty FDNY firefighter dies in motorcycle crash on FDR Drive
An off-duty FDNY firefighter lost his life early Thursday morning in a tragic motorcycle accident on Manhattan's FDR Drive. The firefighter, identified as 31-year-old Matthew Goicochea, was thrown from his motorcycle and fatally struck by a vehicle that fled the scene, according to police. Fatal crash on FDR Drive The incident occurred......