Thursday 24 September 2026 - 23:40
Victoria, the main city of Malta’s island of Gozo, has been recommended as one of the European Capitals of Culture for 2031, marking a major milestone for the small Mediterranean city and its cultural ambitions. The recommendation was announced by the European Commission following an assessment by an independent panel of experts. Victoria......
Every September, Apple’s new iPhone generation raises the same question for existing users: does the latest model bring enough meaningful changes to justify an upgrade, or are the improvements mainly aimed at owners of older devices? With the iPhone 18 Pro now available, the answer depends largely on how much you value its new camera......
European financial regulators are stepping up their scrutiny of the potential impact of quantum computing on digital finance, warning that advances in the technology could eventually undermine encryption systems used to protect financial transactions, communications, databases and blockchain networks. The warning was issued by the Joint Committee......
Morocco’s National Human Rights Council (CNDH) has raised concerns over the use of religious references and symbols during the campaign for the country’s legislative elections, while also documenting incidents involving political tensions, children taking part in campaign activities and allegations of electoral misconduct. The......
The Swiss National Bank has decided to leave its key interest rate unchanged at 0%, maintaining an accommodative monetary policy stance as inflation remains relatively low despite renewed pressure from energy prices. The decision, announced on September 24, comes as several major economies continue to face different inflation and interest-rate......
The transformation of AXA Crédit Maroc is taking Stellantis’ presence in Morocco into a new phase. One year after the company was acquired by FIDIS, the financial arm of Stellantis, it has adopted the name Stellantis Salaf Maroc and is expanding its role as the group’s financial captive in the country. The change reflects......
The United States has awarded Raytheon, an RTX company, a $105.65 million contract modification for components supporting the AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile, or AMRAAM, in a multinational procurement that includes Morocco among its foreign customers. The firm-fixed-price modification, valued at $105,646,856, was awarded......
Morocco’s ambition to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final is attracting support beyond its borders, with several Mauritanian media and football figures viewing the prospect as an opportunity for the continent to stage the tournament’s decisive match once again. The North African country is co-hosting the 2030 World Cup with Spain......
Morocco is strengthening its position on Africa’s aviation map, with Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport and Marrakech-Menara Airport ranking among the continent’s ten largest airports by available seat capacity in August 2026, according to data from the African Airlines Association (AFRAA). Cairo International......
The son of Israel’s ambassador to the United States was critically wounded Wednesday in a car-ramming incident at a checkpoint in the occupied West Bank, adding to a recent surge in violence across the territory. Neria Leiter, a reservist in the Israeli military, was seriously injured when a vehicle struck personnel at a checkpoint......
Meta is taking another step toward making artificial intelligence part of everyday life with the unveiling of Muse Charm, a compact device designed to give users direct access to the company’s personal AI agent without relying on a conventional smartphone interface. Presented by CEO Mark Zuckerberg at Meta Connect 2026, the gadget reflects......
The European Commission has launched a new regional initiative aimed at increasing women’s participation in the labour market across the Middle East and North Africa, as the European Union seeks to translate its Mediterranean partnership into concrete economic opportunities. The initiative, known as Surging Women’s Employment,......
Economic ties between Germany and Morocco are entering a more industrial phase, with both countries seeking to move beyond traditional trade toward deeper cooperation in manufacturing, technology transfer, vocational training and innovation. Berlin increasingly views Morocco as an important economic bridge between Europe and Africa, while......
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Throne Day 2026
Tuesday 21 July 2026 - 13:31
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At the Heart of the 2026 World Cup
Monday 18 May 2026 - 13:30
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
Monday 06 April 2026 - 13:04
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Les Impériales Week 2026: Under the Theme “Daba or Never”
Tuesday 31 March 2026 - 10:03
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Iran under the lens
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