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Sudan says it destroyed Emirati plane carrying Colombian mercenaries

Sudan’s army announced on Wednesday that its air force destroyed an Emirati aircraft allegedly transporting Colombian mercenaries as it attempted to land at Nyala airport in South Darfur, a zone under the control of paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). According to a military source, the plane......

Netanyahu praises Israel Premier Tech for standing strong amid protests

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated on Friday the Israel Premier Tech cycling team for standing firm during the Vuelta a España despite facing unprecedented pro-Palestinian demonstrations. The protests took place during the 12th stage of the race, covering 144.9 kilometers......

Third devastating earthquake strikes Afghanistan as death toll surpasses 2,200

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit southeastern Afghanistan on Thursday, marking the third major quake to strike the region this week. The disaster amplifies the ongoing humanitarian crisis in a country already grappling with inadequate relief operations in its remote mountainous areas. Death toll climbs......

Australia needs $530bn investment to reach 2035 climate target

Australia would need as much as $530 billion in capital investment to cut its greenhouse gas emissions by more than 70% by 2035, according to new modelling commissioned by the Business Council of Australia. The analysis, carried out by consultancy firm McKinsey, examined three possible scenarios for......

Death toll from Afghanistan earthquake rises to more than 2,200

The death toll from a powerful earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on Sunday has risen to more than 2,200, according to updated figures released Thursday by Taliban authorities. It is now considered the deadliest quake in the country’s recent history. The 6.0-magnitude tremor devastated......

Taliban resurgence in Pakistan leaves two paramilitaries dead

Two paramilitary officers were killed and five others injured during a clash with local Taliban fighters in the Swat district of northwestern Pakistan, officials confirmed on Thursday. The incident highlights growing fears among residents of a resurgence of the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), whose......

Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan inaugurates the new Moulay Abdellah Complex in Rabat

Morocco has marked a historic milestone in its sporting journey with the official inauguration of the Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, presided over by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan. Completely rebuilt to meet international standards, the state-of-the-art stadium is now one......

UN staff detained in Yemen accused of espionage by Houthi official

The Houthis in Yemen have accused recently detained United Nations employees of spying for the United States and Israel, according to a senior official who spoke on condition of anonymity. The statement comes after the UN confirmed that at least eleven of its staff were arrested in Houthi-controlled......

Giorgio Armani, visionary fashion icon, dies at 91

Giorgio Armani, the legendary Italian designer who redefined menswear with his unstructured suits and built a global fashion empire, has passed away at the age of 91. The Armani Group confirmed his death on Thursday, stating he passed peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones. “It is with infinite......

Met Opera turns to Saudi Arabia amid financial struggles

The prestigious Metropolitan Opera in New York, facing serious financial difficulties, announced on Wednesday a partnership with Saudi Arabia that includes performing three weeks of opera annually in the kingdom. According to a statement, the company “will travel to Riyadh each winter for five......

Enrico Macias concert banned in Turkey over support for Israel

Turkish authorities announced on Wednesday the cancellation of a concert by French singer Enrico Macias scheduled for Friday in Istanbul, following calls to protest against the artist due to his pro-Israel positions. The Istanbul Governorate stated in a press release that the decision aimed to prevent......

Manufacturing industry expects production growth in Q3-2025

Moroccan manufacturing companies anticipate an increase in production for the third quarter of 2025, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This expected growth is mainly attributed to higher activity in the food industry, chemical industry, and the manufacture of other non-metallic mineral......

Egypt arrests TikTok creators over alleged moral violations

Egyptian authorities have arrested eight TikTok content creators in less than a week, citing accusations of “indecency,” which human rights defenders describe as vague and part of a wider crackdown primarily targeting women. According to the Ministry of Interior, the arrested individuals......