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Moroccan researchers decode argan tree genome in major scientific breakthrough

Moroccan scientists have produced the most complete decoding to date of the argan tree’s genome, marking a major advance in understanding the biology of the emblematic species that shapes landscapes across southern Morocco and supports the livelihoods of millions. The National Institute for Agronomic Research (INRA) said its research team had reconstructed almost the entire […]

IMF: MENA Region Can Offer Better Future for its Citizens

Despite major challenges, the MENA region can capitalize on the opportunities provided by the strengthening of global economy and provide a better, more equitable, and prosperous future for its citizens, says a report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The region’s highly educated and tech-savvy youth have tremendous potential to spur growth if given […]

Libyan fighters return from the Middle East for homegrown jihad

An aide to the former Libyan Prime Minster Ali Zeidan has revealed that the country could be gearing up for a major long battle between Islamists and the militia headed by Khalifa Haftar. Libyans who were sent by the Islamists to fight in Syria and Iraq are now returning to fight against the men of […]