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Morocco Reaffirms Commitment to Regional Security at 5+5 Defense Meeting in Madrid

The nation emphasizes its strategic role in fostering peace and tackling emerging security challenges across the Mediterranean. Morocco has reiterated its dedication to advancing peace and stability in the Mediterranean region during the 20th Defense Ministers' meeting of the "5+5 Defense"......

Argentina at a Crossroads One Year Under a Climate-Skeptic President

Argentina has undergone a profound transformation under President Javier Milei’s leadership, marked by significant shifts in environmental policy and economic priorities. While his administration has sought to address the country’s severe economic crisis, critics argue that these changes......

Morocco Targets 1.7 Billion M³ of Desalinated Water by 2030 Amid Water Crisis

Morocco has set an ambitious goal of producing 1.7 billion cubic meters (m³) of desalinated water by 2030 as part of its ongoing efforts to combat the country’s water crisis. This target is central to the updated National Water Plan (PNE), which will guide the country’s water strategy......

Cooler Temperatures and Rain Forecast for Morocco This Week

Morocco is set to experience a shift in weather conditions this week, with cooler temperatures and rain expected across several provinces. This change is due to a low-pressure system moving in from the north, bringing cold air and moisture from the upper atmosphere. According to El Houssain Youabed,......

UM6P Hosts 6th IAHR Congress to Shape Africa’s Water Security Future

The University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) in Benguerir is at the forefront of Africa's water policy discussions, hosting the 6th African Congress of the International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research (IAHR). This pivotal event, running from December 9 to 12, addresses......

2024 Set to Be the Hottest Year on Record, Exceeding Critical Climate Thresholds  

The year 2024 is poised to make history as the hottest year on record, surpassing all previous temperature benchmarks, according to the European Union's climate monitoring agency. This milestone marks a pivotal moment in the global climate crisis, as the year is set to exceed the critical threshold......

The Remarkable Wisdom A 74-Year-Old Laysan Albatross Lays an Egg in Hawaii

The world’s oldest known wild bird, a Laysan albatross named Wisdom, has made an extraordinary return to the skies of Hawaii at the remarkable age of 74. This year, she laid an egg, her first in four years, sparking both wonder and hope among wildlife experts. Wisdom’s journey is an inspiring......

Monaco Expands with New Eco-District Mareterra Boosting its Size by 3%

Monaco, renowned for being a tax haven and luxury playground for the wealthy, has increased its land area by 3%. The world’s second-smallest sovereign state, home to a population of around 39,000 people—70% of whom are millionaires according to property firm Knight Frank—has embarked......

Morocco Grapples With Severe Drought as Water and Crop Resources Decline

Morocco is facing an unprecedented water crisis, with rainfall at historic lows and water reserves plummeting by 75%. This alarming situation has left the country scrambling to secure food supplies as agricultural output suffers. The national rainfall average ranged between just 31 mm and 627 mm this......

Southeast Asia Faces Ongoing Threat of Floods as Intense Rains Continue

Authorities in Malaysia and Thailand are on high alert as they prepare for more heavy rainfall after devastating floods killed more than 30 people and displaced tens of thousands. Both countries are grappling with the aftermath of intense monsoon rains that have caused widespread damage, leaving citizens......

Morocco Highlights Reforestation and Sustainable Practices at UNCCD COP16

Morocco is showcasing its groundbreaking efforts to combat desertification at the 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), held from December 2 to 13 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Led by the Director General of the National......

he Economic and Social Impact of Catastrophic Floods in Southern Brazil  

Devastating floods in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, southern Brazil, have caused estimated losses of 88.9 billion reals (14.7 billion USD), according to a comprehensive report analyzing the disaster's impact. This report, produced collaboratively by the Inter-American Development Bank, the Economic......

Tragic Landslides in Eastern Uganda: Devastation and Ongoing Rescue Efforts

At least 15 people have lost their lives, and 113 others remain missing after a series of landslides buried homes in six villages in eastern Uganda. According to the police, another 15 individuals have been injured and were rescued and transported to Buluganya Health Center for treatment. The Uganda......