Month: July 2026

France vs Spain in world cup 2026 semi-final: why this match is the ‘final before the final’ For the third time in as many competitions over the past three years, France and Spain meet in the semi-finals of a major tournament on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Reading time: 5 min “It’s not an exaggeration to call this match the final before the final.” Spanish manager Luis de la Fuente didn’t mince his words after his team’s quarter-final victory over Belgium, setting up a blockbuster semi-final against France. Didier Deschamps, France’s…

How can academic research better address the pressing needs of a nation? In Lomé, university leaders from Togo’s UNESCO-recognized research chairs gathered on July 9, 2026, to explore this very question. Convened by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the meeting provided a platform to assess ongoing initiatives and chart a new strategic path to amplify the impact of scientific research on the country’s sustainable development goals. Forging stronger university partnerships for national progress Under the chairmanship of Prof. Gado Tchangbedji, Minister Delegate for Higher Education and Scientific…

Veteran Franco-Moroccan journalist Ali Lmrabet was detained upon landing at Tangier Airport on July 12 during a routine administrative trip from Spain. Authorities transferred him to Casablanca, where he remains in custody under investigation for allegedly spreading false information deemed damaging to state institutions. Prosecutors allege multiple digital publications by Lmrabet violated laws against defamation and undermined constitutional bodies. The case follows a pattern critics describe as judicial harassment targeting independent voices in Morocco’s media landscape. The arrest has drawn sharp condemnation from press freedom advocates who argue the charges…

The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is reportedly using Luis Enrique’s squad to attract top talent for their upcoming transfer window. With several players from the former Spain manager’s team present in the French side, including Ousmane Dembélé and Lucas Hernandez, the club may accelerate their recruitment efforts with signings like Lucas Digne and Maghnes Akliouche. The situation surrounding Yan Diomandé’s future remains uncertain. After a disappointing World Cup 2026 group stage exit against Norway, the 19-year-old Ivoirian international was questioned about his prospects at a press conference. In response to queries…

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