Ancient complex life depended on oxygen, study of early fossils finds
The earliest known eukaryotes on Earth, the ancestors of all complex life including animals, plants and fungi, lived in shallow oxygen-rich seafloors nearly 1.75 billion years ago, according to a new study published in Nature. The findings challenge long-standing theories that early complex organisms first evolved in low-oxygen waters or drifted......
Sea level rise has nearly doubled since 1960, study finds
Global sea levels have risen at an average rate of roughly 2 millimeters per year since 1960, but the pace has accelerated sharply in recent decades, according to a new study published in Science Advances. Researchers found that the annual rate of sea level rise almost doubled between 2005 and 2023 compared with the long-term historical average. The......
Webb telescope suggests Neptune moon Nereid formed within planet’s system
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have found evidence that Nereid, one of Neptune’s most distant moons, likely formed alongside the planet rather than being captured from deep space. The findings support the idea that Nereid may be the final surviving member of Neptune’s original satellite system after a massive......
Nvidia concedes Chinese AI chip market as Huawei gains dominance
Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang said the company has effectively surrendered the Chinese artificial intelligence chip market to Huawei as US export controls continue to prevent major sales of advanced processors to Chinese firms. The remarks came as Nvidia reported record first quarter revenue of $81.6 billion for fiscal year 2027, marking......
Three supertankers move six million barrels through Hormuz
Three supertankers have carried around six million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz in a single day, marking the largest recorded movement of oil cargo since the outbreak of the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran in February 2026. The shipment was bound for Asian markets and signals a partial revival of......
U.S and Israel planned postwar iran leadership shift with ahmadinejad
The United States and Israel reportedly developed a secret plan during the early stages of the 2026 war with Iran aimed at reshaping the country’s leadership after the expected removal of supreme leader Ali Khamenei. The plan, described in intelligence-linked reporting, included the possible installation of former Iranian president Mahmoud......
Samsung labor union suspends strike after last-minute deal
Samsung Electronics and its main labor union reached a provisional agreement that halted a planned large-scale strike involving tens of thousands of workers. The agreement was concluded after direct government involvement in negotiations that intensified following a breakdown in earlier talks. The strike, which was set to involve roughly......
Binance suspends ethereum transfers for scheduled wallet maintenance
Binance will temporarily suspend deposits and withdrawals on the Ethereum network on 21 May 2026 as part of a scheduled wallet maintenance operation. The pause is intended to ensure system stability during internal updates to infrastructure handling Ethereum-based transactions. The suspension will begin shortly before 06:00 UTC, with deposits......
Sumud flotilla interception sparks diplomatic tensions after Israel operation
The interception of the Sumud flotilla in international waters has triggered a wave of diplomatic reactions across Europe and the Middle East. The maritime convoy, which was heading toward Gaza with humanitarian supplies, was stopped on 18 May 2026 during an Israeli naval operation carried out at approximately 250 nautical miles from the Gaza......
Casablanca club honors top chefs and restaurants 2026 awards
A Casablanca-based culinary association has recognized leading chefs and restaurants during its annual awards ceremony, highlighting the city’s growing gastronomy scene and its role in promoting Moroccan culinary talent. The distinctions were presented during a gala event attended by professionals from the restaurant and hospitality......
Morocco tax expert urges broader fiscal base reform
A leading Moroccan economist has called for a deep restructuring of the country’s tax system, arguing that current revenue patterns place disproportionate pressure on salaried workers while leaving large parts of economic activity under-taxed. The analysis focuses on personal income tax, corporate tax concentration, and persistent distortions......
UN and France praise Morocco’s role in peacekeeping diplomacy in Rabat
Rabat hosted the 2nd Ministerial Conference on peacekeeping in a Francophone environment, where Morocco’s role in international stabilization efforts received recognition from both France and the United Nations. The discussions highlighted the evolving challenges facing peace operations and the need for stronger cooperation to address......
Morocco approves 3,000 MW of renewable energy projects in early 2026
Morocco has approved large-scale energy projects totaling around 3,000 megawatts during the first quarter of 2026, marking a significant acceleration in the country’s power sector expansion. The announcement was made during a parliamentary session focused on national energy policy and investment strategy. The projects represent a combined......
Morocco calls for more flexible UN peacekeeping mandates
At a meeting held in Rabat, Morocco urged a reassessment of United Nations peacekeeping mandates to ensure they reflect evolving conditions on the ground. The call was made by Nasser Bourita, who stressed that operations disconnected from current conflict dynamics risk freezing crises rather than contributing to their resolution. Bourita......
Morocco’s poultry sector defends safety standards amid online health concerns
Morocco’s poultry industry is facing renewed scrutiny following the spread of online claims questioning farming practices and food safety standards. Industry representatives and veterinary professionals say the sector operates under strict sanitary regulations and remains subject to continuous monitoring throughout the production chain. The......