Computer buyers are facing another potential increase in the cost of new devices as Microsoft reportedly raises the licensing fees that manufacturers pay for Windows. The move comes at a time when the global PC industry is already dealing with higher prices for memory, processors and other components linked in part to strong demand for artificial......
A second C-130H aircraft belonging to the Royal Moroccan Air Force has arrived in Waco, Texas, as part of a multi-year program aimed at modernizing Morocco’s military transport fleet and strengthening its operational readiness. The aircraft is undergoing maintenance and modernization work at a facility operated by L3Harris Technologies.......
The family of Argentine football star Lionel Messi is mourning the death of his father, Jorge Messi, who passed away at the age of 68 after experiencing health difficulties in recent months. The news has brought a period of grief to the Messi family, with Jorge remembered not only as the player’s father but also as one of the most influential......
Natural disasters generated nearly $112 billion in economic losses worldwide during the first half of 2026, highlighting the growing financial impact of extreme weather events and major geological disasters. According to a global assessment released at the end of July, the figure remains broadly in line with the average recorded over the past......
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stressed that the country’s sovereignty and long-term development increasingly depend on how quickly scientific and technological innovations can be transformed into practical applications, including in the defense sector. Speaking during a meeting of the Council for Science and Education in Novosibirsk,......
Spain’s People’s Party (PP) and its leader, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, appear to be navigating an increasingly complex position toward Morocco, combining calls for stronger bilateral relations with a more confrontational political discourse on issues such as migration, Ceuta and the Sahara dispute. In an interview......
The total solar eclipse expected on August 12, 2026, is attracting scientific and public attention not only because of its path across Greenland, Iceland and Spain, but also because the Sun’s ever-changing magnetic activity will shape the appearance of the solar corona during the brief period of totality. A total solar eclipse offers......
West Africa is expected to maintain relatively strong economic momentum in 2026 despite persistent uncertainty in the global economy. According to projections from the African Development Bank (AfDB), regional economic growth is forecast to reach 4.6% this year, following estimated growth of 4.8% in 2025. The outlook reflects the resilience......
Europe’s electricity system is preparing for a temporary disruption to solar power generation as a total solar eclipse is expected to cross parts of the continent on August 12. European energy authorities estimate that photovoltaic generation could fall by almost 10 gigawatts under clear-sky conditions. According to data cited by Russian......
Serbia is aiming to complete the preparations required for potential accession to the Schengen Area by the end of 2027, according to European Integration Minister Nemanja Starović. The announcement reflects Belgrade’s broader efforts to advance its European integration process and align its institutions with European standards. Speaking......
Russia is moving toward a more structured framework for cryptocurrency trading after the Central Bank announced that major digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tether, could be made available for public trading on Russian exchanges. The move follows the adoption of new legislation governing digital assets in Russia and marks a......
Singapore has upgraded its economic outlook for 2026 after stronger-than-expected growth during the first half of the year, supported by rising global demand for artificial intelligence technologies and resilient international trade. The Ministry of Trade and Industry now expects the economy to expand by between 4.5% and 5.5% in 2026, significantly......
Japan has successfully expanded its independent satellite-navigation capabilities with the launch of the sixth satellite of the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS), known as Michibiki. The mission is part of Tokyo’s long-term effort to strengthen the country’s positioning infrastructure and reduce its reliance on foreign satellite-navigation......
Morocco is increasingly positioning itself as an emerging technology hub in Africa, with artificial intelligence (AI) becoming a central part of its digital transformation strategy. Recent coverage by German public broadcaster Deutschlandfunk Kultur highlighted the kingdom’s efforts to expand its capabilities in AI and strengthen its......
The BRICS group is examining ways to improve cross-border payments by potentially linking fast payment systems and central bank digital currencies among its member states, according to Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra. Speaking at an event in Mumbai, Malhotra said that reducing the cost and complexity of international payments......