Newsom denounces Trump as ‘deranged’ amid troop deployment to LA protests
President Donald Trump has deployed thousands of additional troops to Los Angeles following days of chaotic protests sparked by immigration raids, escalating tensions between his administration and California officials. The deployment, which includes 700 US Marines and 4,000 National Guard troops, has drawn sharp criticism from California......
Global fertility rates in steep decline, UN warns of unmet family goals
A new report from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) reveals an unprecedented global decline in fertility rates, driven by economic pressures, lack of time, and societal constraints. The study highlights a growing gap between people's desire to have children and their ability to do so, signaling a major demographic shift with profound......
Smugglers exploit loopholes in ketamine trafficking across Europe
The recent discovery at Brussels Airport shocked customs officials: a shipment intended to contain a tonne of medical ketamine had been swapped for salt during its journey across Europe. Initially verified by Dutch customs, the consignment had traversed multiple countries before disappearing, suggesting that it likely entered the black market. As......
Fire engulfs Singapore-flagged cargo ship off India's coast, four crew missing
Efforts are underway by the Indian Navy and Coast Guard to extinguish a massive fire aboard the Singapore-flagged cargo ship MV Wan Hai 503, which erupted on Monday in the Arabian Sea off Kerala's coast. The vessel was en route from Colombo, Sri Lanka, to Mumbai, India, when an explosion in one of its containers triggered the blaze. Rescue......
Madrid to debut on F1 calendar as Imola drops out for 2026
The Spanish capital, Madrid, will host its first Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2026, marking a major shift in the sport's European calendar. The race is scheduled for 11-13 September and will take place on a newly designed 5.47km circuit near the Ifema exhibition center, located between the city center and Barajas Airport. This addition replaces......
Thousands to march peacefully to Gaza border, demanding urgent humanitarian access
Activists, healthcare workers, and citizens from over 35 countries are set to participate in the Global March to Gaza, a peaceful, civilian-led movement demanding immediate humanitarian access to the besieged region. Scheduled for June 15, the march will culminate at the Rafah border crossing in Egypt, highlighting the dire need for aid to......
Moroccan women expelled from Spain after abuse in strawberry farms
Two Moroccan women working in Spain’s high-profit strawberry sector were expelled and sent back to Morocco under alarming conditions—one while pregnant, the other with cancer—triggering widespread criticism over the treatment of migrant laborers. Pregnant and abandoned The first case involved a group of Moroccan women recruited......
Could Canada join the EU? A German politician’s bold vision amid shifting alliances
A German politician has sparked a unique debate, proposing that Canada could one day join the European Union. Joachim Streit, a member of the European Parliament, has launched a determined campaign advocating for deeper ties between Canada and the EU, driven by concerns over global instability and waning trust in the United States under Donald......
Algeria's double standard: supporting separatism abroad while silencing dissent at home
Algeria’s military regime is orchestrating a calculated geopolitical strategy in North Africa, fostering instability in neighboring regions while brutally suppressing dissent within its borders. Under President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and military chief Saïd Chengriha, the state champions armed separatist movements such as the Polisario......
British photographer injured during LA protests over immigration raids
A British photojournalist is recovering after undergoing emergency surgery for injuries sustained during protests in Los Angeles. Nick Stern, an experienced photographer originally from Hertfordshire, was struck by a "plastic bullet" while documenting demonstrations against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. The......
Trump warns Musk of consequences over potential Democratic support
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to billionaire Elon Musk, cautioning him against supporting the Democratic Party. In an interview with NBC News, set to air on Sunday, Trump stated, “If he does that, he will pay the price.” The statement marks a sharp escalation in the public rift between the two figures, once......
France and Morocco deepen energy ties with ambitious partnership
Morocco and France have taken a significant step forward in their energy collaboration, with high-level talks in Paris focusing on renewable energy, electrical interconnection, and low-carbon transitions. Morocco’s Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, met with French officials to reinforce bilateral......
Australian journalist hit by rubber bullet during los angeles immigration protests
Australian correspondent Lauren Tomasi was hit by a rubber bullet fired by the los angeles police department during coverage of protests sparked by immigration raids in downtown los angeles. The incident occurred on the third day of escalating demonstrations against the detention of undocumented immigrants and the deployment of the national......
Tunisian convoy mobilizes to challenge Israeli siege on Gaza
A Tunisian-led convoy, spearheaded by football ultras and grassroots activists, is preparing to confront Israel's blockade of Gaza, marking a bold humanitarian and political stand against a 16-year siege. The "Resilience Convoy," organized by the Coordination for Joint Action for Palestine, is set to depart Tunisia on June 9,......
Spain boosts imports of Moroccan fruits and vegetables by 24% in Q1 2025
Spain imported 188,076 tons of fruits and vegetables from Morocco during the first quarter of 2025, spending a total of €481 million. This marks a 24% increase in volume and a 23% rise in value compared to the same period last year, according to data from the agriculture-focused platform FreshPlaza. Steady growth in Moroccan exports The......