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Morocco secures 3.5 million tons of French wheat as drought strains local production

Morocco is preparing to import 3.5 million metric tons of wheat from France to meet its domestic demand for the 2025–2026 season, amid persistent drought and rising temperatures that continue to undermine the country’s agricultural output. Growing dependence on imports Philippe Heusele,......

Ministers instruct environment agency to approve housing plans quickly

UK ministers have reportedly instructed the Environment Agency to approve housing planning applications with minimal scrutiny. The move is part of a broader regulatory reform aimed at boosting economic growth and addressing the government’s budget shortfall. Officials say they have been advised......

Bali restricts new hotels and restaurants after deadly flooding sparks debate on mass tourism

The government of Bali has announced a halt to the construction of new hotels and restaurants on agricultural land following devastating floods that killed at least 18 people earlier this month. The decision comes amid growing concerns that unchecked tourism development has worsened the island’s......

Morocco’s elite graduates prioritize government careers for stability and impact

Morocco’s top graduates are shifting their career focus, favoring government positions over private sector roles. A recent survey of over 1,000 graduates from leading universities and business schools revealed that job stability and prestige are now the primary career drivers, replacing the entrepreneurial......

Devastating fire ravages palm oases in Morocco during critical harvest season

A massive fire erupted in the palm oases of Zagora province, Morocco, on Saturday afternoon, causing widespread panic and threatening the livelihoods of local farmers as the crucial date harvest season begins. The fire, which initially seemed under control, reignited across scattered areas, severely......

Chefchaouen battles forest fires as heat waves intensify across Morocco

Authorities in Chefchaouen province are grappling with the aftermath of a large-scale forest fire that devastated extensive woodland in the Dardara and Bab Taza areas. Despite containing the initial blaze, new outbreaks have been reported this week, keeping emergency teams on high alert. Fouad Assali,......

Wildfires force evacuations in Greece as heatwave fuels destruction

Firefighters in Greece are battling relentless wildfires for a second consecutive day, with flames threatening villages, towns, and tourist hotspots near Patras and on the islands of Chios and Zakynthos. Thousands of residents and tourists have been evacuated as the fires, stoked by scorching temperatures,......

England’s bathing waters among Europe’s most polluted, study warns

England’s swimming waters are now five times more likely to be polluted than those in the European Union, according to new research that raises concerns over declining environmental standards. A study conducted by the campaign group Best for Britain revealed that only 64.2% of England’s......

Kuwait strengthens environmental cooperation with China and the UN

Kuwait is accelerating its environmental transformation through strategic international partnerships and sustainable policies. Guided by Vision 2035 and the leadership of Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the country has launched key initiatives to support its goal of achieving carbon neutrality......