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Morocco takes presidency of the Group of Francophone ambassadors in Geneva

Morocco has been entrusted with the presidency of the Group of Francophone Ambassadors (GAF) in Geneva for the 2025–2026 term. Ambassador Omar Zniber, Morocco’s permanent representative to the United Nations in Geneva, was elected by acclamation, reflecting the confidence and respect Morocco......

Airbnb rentals: Key boxes removed in Nice and Cannes to regulate holiday rentals

The municipalities of Nice and Cannes, two of the most visited cities on the French Riviera, have intensified their crackdown on unauthorized key boxes used for short-term rentals such as Airbnb. Since the ban introduced at the end of 2023, hundreds of these devices have already been removed from public......

European stock markets open cautiously ahead of Fed decision

European stock markets started the day without a clear direction on Tuesday, as investors awaited the outcome of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s two-day monetary policy meeting. Market participants widely expect the Fed to announce its first interest rate cut since December 2024, a move anticipated......

Celebrity chef Valentino Luchin arrested for San Francisco bank robbery spree

Valentino Luchin, a renowned chef once celebrated for his role in San Francisco’s culinary scene, has been arrested on charges of carrying out three bank robberies in a single day. The 62-year-old faces multiple counts of robbery and attempted robbery after the incidents unfolded last Wednesday. Authorities......

First ‘one in, one out’ deportation flight delayed after legal challenge

The first deportation flight under Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s “one in, one out” migration agreement with France has faced an unexpected setback. Reports indicate that an Air France passenger plane scheduled to carry a small group of people who had crossed the Channel was forced to......

A global call for justice and freedom on the third anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death

The third anniversary of Mahsa (Jina) Amini's death, which occurred in police custody in September 2022, has sparked an unprecedented wave of international solidarity. Iranian activists are urging global demonstrations to honor the young woman whose tragic passing ignited the "Woman, Life, Freedom"......

FBI confirms DNA of suspect matches evidence in Charlie Kirk murder case

The FBI has confirmed that DNA samples collected at the scene of the murder of American conservative commentator Charlie Kirk match the profile of the suspect currently in custody. The announcement was made on Monday by FBI Director Kash Patel, who has faced criticism for his initial handling of the......

Security strike disrupts operations at Madrid-Barajas Airport, causing major delays

A strike by security check workers at Madrid-Barajas Airport has led to severe disruptions, with passengers facing waiting times of over 90 minutes at checkpoints. The walkout, which began on Sunday, September 14th, has caused many travelers to miss flights and is expected to persist indefinitely unless......

Arab-Islamic leaders meet in Doha to address Israeli attack on Qatar

Preparatory meetings of foreign ministers ahead of the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit began on Sunday in Doha, with Morocco among the participating countries. The summit aims to address the recent Israeli attack against the State of Qatar. Morocco is represented at the meeting by Minister of Foreign......

French naval helicopter carrier begins joint training with Moroccan navy in Casablanca

The French amphibious helicopter carrier Tonnerre arrived at Casablanca port on Saturday, marking the beginning of a four-day stopover as part of a joint military training program with the Moroccan navy. The vessel will head toward the Gulf of Guinea on September 16. Strengthening French-Moroccan naval......

Inside the world of Kenya’s ‘shadow scholars’ writing essays for UK students

A hidden industry in Kenya is quietly generating billions of dollars, driven by highly educated ghostwriters known as “shadow scholars.” These individuals craft essays, dissertations, and academic papers for students worldwide, who submit the work as their own. Nairobi is a major hub, with......

Madeleine McCann suspect refuses interview ahead of German release

The prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann has declined to be interviewed by the Metropolitan Police before his scheduled release from a German prison, authorities confirmed on Monday. Christian Brueckner, 49, has long been under investigation in connection with the 2007 disappearance......

Secret remittance networks keep North Korean families alive

North Korean defectors in South Korea have long relied on clandestine networks to send money back home, helping their families survive in one of the world’s most isolated nations. For many, these remittances provide essential food and basic security, but recent crackdowns and legal restrictions......