VIVA wins three product of the year Morocco 2026 awards
Oland Group has secured a major commercial milestone after its VIVA brand was named Product of the Year Morocco 2026 across three categories. The recognition covers VIVA Slice Cheddar, Triangle VIVA 3 Fromages and Triangle VIVA Original, reinforcing the brand’s strong presence in Moroccan households and its sustained growth in the local......
Putin delays VAT payments as Russia’s economy weakens
Russia’s fiscal position has deteriorated sharply in early 2026, forcing the government to introduce emergency measures as revenues fall and spending rises. The federal budget deficit reached 4.6 trillion rubles, or about 58.8 billion dollars, in the first quarter alone, already exceeding the full year target of 3.8 trillion rubles.......
Heat related deaths rise across Europe as climate risks intensify
Heat related deaths have increased in nearly all parts of Europe as climate change accelerates health risks across the continent, according to a major scientific report released on Earth Day. The findings show that 99.6 percent of monitored regions recorded a rise in heat linked mortality between 2015 and 2024 compared with the 1990s, highlighting......
Moderna begins phase 3 trial of mRNA bird flu vaccine
Moderna has launched a phase 3 clinical trial of its mRNA based vaccine targeting pandemic bird flu, marking a significant step in efforts to prepare for potential global outbreaks. The company confirmed that the first participants have received doses of the candidate vaccine mRNA 1018, the first mRNA vaccine designed specifically for pandemic......
Volkswagen unveils China developed electric cars ahead of Beijing auto show
Volkswagen has introduced two new electric vehicles developed in China as global automakers prepare for Auto China 2026, where domestic brands are expected to intensify competition in the premium segment. The move reflects a broader shift in the world’s largest auto market, where Chinese manufacturers are rapidly gaining ground against......
Majdoub blends Moroccan heritage with modern pop in evolving sound
Majdoub, a Casablanca-based Moroccan singer, is building a distinct musical identity that combines formal training with stage experience in both music and theater. His work merges elements of Moroccan musical heritage with contemporary production, creating a sound that moves between tradition and modern pop structures. Majdoub draws on genres......
Anthropic removes Claude Code from $20 Pro subscription plan
Anthropic has removed access to its AI coding tool Claude Code from its $20 per month Pro subscription, according to changes observed in the company’s support documentation. The move comes without a formal announcement and reflects mounting pressure on the company’s infrastructure as demand for its services continues to surge. Users......
Us crude inventories fall sharply as Hormuz crisis disrupts supply
US crude oil inventories posted an unexpected decline of 4.4 million barrels in the week ending April 17, far exceeding market expectations for a one million barrel draw. The drop follows a 6.1 million barrel increase the previous week and reflects growing volatility in global oil markets as disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz enter......
Cancer linked mutations in brain immune cells tied to Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers have identified cancer associated genetic mutations in brain immune cells that may play a direct role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, offering a new explanation for how the condition progresses and opening potential paths for diagnosis and treatment. The findings show that microglia, the brain’s resident......
Scientists disable protein folding to weaken antibiotic resistant bacteria
Researchers have identified a critical weakness in drug resistant bacteria by disrupting the protein folding processes required for their survival, a breakthrough that could restore the effectiveness of existing antibiotics. The findings focus on disabling the mechanisms bacteria use to build resistance enzymes, removing both their defenses......
Amazon animals share predator alerts through a forest wide communication network
Researchers have identified a complex communication system in the Amazon rainforest where animals relay predator warnings across species, forming what they describe as a rapid information network through the forest canopy. The findings show that birds and monkeys do not respond to threats in isolation but contribute to a shared alarm system......
Saudi oil exports hit multi year high ahead of gulf supply disruption
Crude exports from Saudi Arabia rose to 7.276 million barrels per day in February, up from 6.993 million in January, reaching their highest level in several years. The increase of 283,000 barrels per day reflects a steady ramp up in output as the kingdom positioned itself amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Gulf before major supply disruptions......
Openai expands enterprise push as cognizant joins codex rollout partners
OpenAI is expanding its enterprise strategy by adding Cognizant to a growing network of consulting partners tasked with deploying its AI coding agent Codex across large organizations. The move reflects a broader effort to accelerate adoption of AI tools in business environments as the company sharpens its focus on enterprise clients. The......
Lovable denies breach after api flaw exposed user project data
Lovable is facing scrutiny after a security researcher revealed that a simple API vulnerability allowed unauthorized access to sensitive data across thousands of user projects. The company has denied that a data breach occurred, even as details of the flaw raised concerns about access controls and platform security. The vulnerability, disclosed......
Volkswagen unveils agentic ai roadmap to accelerate china strategy
Volkswagen Group has outlined a new technology roadmap centered on “Agentic AI for All,” aiming to integrate advanced artificial intelligence agents into vehicles built for the Chinese market starting in the second half of 2026. The announcement was made at a press event in Beijing ahead of Auto China 2026, alongside the global......