France Clamps Down on Algerian TikTokers
Calls for violence on TikTok land three Algerians in French custody, reigniting an unresolved bilateral conflict between Paris and Algiers....
Elon Musk Touts Populism Abroad and Openness at Home
Tech titan, Elon Musk, continues to ignite a firestorm in European politics, throwing his weight behind nationalist figures while fighting for skilled immigration...
Senegal’s GDP Jumps 8.9% in Q3, 2024
Energy output and decisive governance powered Senegal's economic growth in the third quarter of 2024. As we enter Q1 of 2025, the IMF forecasts a natural slowdown...
Poisoning of Assad Rumoured in Moscow
The former Syrian president’s purported poisoning in Russia, though not unprecedented, sparks intrigue as his clan unravels....
Taliban Shutdown of NGOs Employing Female Staff
The Afghan government has ordered the closure of all NGOs employing women, intensifying its restrictions on gender equality and raising severe humanitarian concerns....
Iran, European Trio Talk Nuclear Ahead of Trump’s Return
Iran heads to nuclear talks with Britain, France, and Germany, while facing pressure from Trump's return and regional setbacks....
Al-Sharaa Seeks Support in Meeting with Christian Clerics
Syria's new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, met with Christian clerics in Damascus to reassure the country's dwindling Christian community, amid growing concerns over religious...
Expats & New Emirates
Soaring rents in Dubai are driving expats to Sharjah and Ajman, where lower housing costs and a manageable commute, offer an affordable alternative amidst rising...
Côte d’Ivoire Tells French Army to Leave
French soldiers will withdraw from Côte d'Ivoire by February, ending a 60-year military presence as the country moves towards full independence, following a broader...
Rewriting Morocco’s Family Code
Morocco's proposed family law reforms, aiming to modernise child custody, guardianship, and polygamy rules have sparked divided reactions, highlighting tensions...
