Joey Logano nabs NASCAR All-Star pole as weather mars qualifying
Logano will start up front for the NASCAR All-Star race after turning a lap of 1:29.75 on Saturday during qualifying at North Wilkesboro Speedway. NASCAR is determining how the remainder of the field for the All-Star race will be set, so Kyle Larson's starting position remains unclear. Earlier in the day, Logano was all smiles after winning his first All-Star race pole. Bell's pit crew earned $100,000 for winning the pit crew challenge. Twenty drivers will participate in the All-Star race, 17 of which have already earned their way in through past accomplishments.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 17:33 UTC
Morocco, World Bank set to adopt new cooperation roadmap – The North Africa Post
The new roadmap would strengthen, better support and enrich the exceptional cooperation between Morocco and the Bretton Woods institution, the two sides underlined. During the meeting, the World Bank president praised the leadership of King Mohammed VI in economic reforms and social construction, noting that the Kingdom is a model of resilience and crisis management, thanks to targeted and effective government actions. He pointed out that the World Bank’s new priorities for South countries will be focused in particular on five key job-creating sectors: electrification, infrastructure, health, agribusiness, and tourism. The WB Chief added that the partnership with Morocco will soon be further strengthened in several priority areas to promote job creation in the private sector, strengthen human capital, and support the fight against climate change. The WB chief also congratulated Morocco for the excellent arrangements put in place to ensure the success of the Annual Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund, held in Marrakech in October 2023.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 16:12 UTC
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May 18, 2024 15:16 UTC
Al Ahly and Esperance highlight the dominance of North Africa in club football. Lessons for other African teams
These factors do not only boost their performances in competition but also influence their strategic decisions at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) level. This approach contrasts with the dominant model of African clubs and academies, which depend on the export of players, which affects their performance in African football league tournaments. On the African stage, Esperance has won the CAF Champions League four times, affirming its status as a leading club in African football. The CAF Champions League final between the two North African clubs, Al Ahly and Esperance Tunis, will be another occasion to celebrate African football. For north African clubs, it is another occasion to showcase their dominance over the African football leagues.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 12:39 UTC
North Korea confirms missile launch, Kim Jong Un vows bolstered nuclear force
North Korea has test-fired a tactical ballistic missile equipped with a "new autonomous navigation system", state media said Saturday, with leader Kim Jong Un vowing to boost the country's nuclear force. In this photo provided by the North Korean government, the country's leader Kim Jong Un, second left, visits a defence industrial complex at an undisclosed place in North Korea on May 17, 2024. "The accuracy and reliability of the autonomous navigation system were verified through the test fire," Pyongyang's KCNA said Saturday, adding leader Kim expressed "great satisfaction" over the launch. North Korea's latest weapons tests were likely intended to attract the attention of Putin while he was in China, said Ahn Chan-il, a defector-turned-researcher who runs the World Institute for North Korea Studies. Inter-Korean relations are at one of their lowest points in years, with Pyongyang declaring Seoul its "principal enemy".
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 12:10 UTC
Last student who helped integrate the University of North Carolina’s undergraduate body has died
LeRoy Frasier died in late 2017, with Brandon following weeks later. They were tired,” Ralph Frasier Jr. said this week in an interview. The brothers later graduated from North Carolina Central University in Durham, an historically Black college. LeRoy Frasier worked as an English teacher for many years in New York. “It’s almost a smack in the face and a step backwards in time,” Ralph Frasier Jr. said.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 11:54 UTC
On road to commemoration: House approves lawmaker’s plan to honor Karna
Markkanen, who sponsored House Bill 5462, said, when he introduced the bill in February, that Karna had served his country bravely in its time of greatest need. Brad Uren, Karna’s great-nephew, testified with Markkanen during the committee meeting where they outlined how an Italian historian with a metal detector recently unearthed Private Karna’s canteen. Private Karna had scratched his name into it. Instead of living the American Dream of buying a house, getting married, and having children, Private Karna deployed overseas with the US Army. Because men like Private Karna were willing to sacrifice everything, the mainland United States hasn’t seen war since the 1800’s.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 11:50 UTC
Tunisia: Deepening Civil Society Crackdown
Tunisian authorities should respect and protect space for independent civil society to operate fully and freely. A person close to the case told Human Rights Watch that security forces questioned Mosbah about Mnemty’s funding and activities. These constitute unlawful collective expulsions, which are prohibited by the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, Human Rights Watch said. Human Rights Watch has previously expressed concerns about another draft law on associations. “Targeting nongovernmental groups supporting migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees is part of a broader effort to dismantle Tunisia’s civic space,” Fakih said.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 11:19 UTC
UNESCO presents Morocco’s AI Readiness Assessment Report – The North Africa Post
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) presented its latest artificial intelligence readiness assessment report for Morocco at a national conference on AI development in the Kingdom held in Rabat on Friday. According to the report, the Kingdom is ranked 35th in the Open Data Watch 2022 (among 195 countries) and 50th in the Global Cybersecurity Index 2022 (among 194 countries). Morocco is the first African and Arab country to implement UNESCO’s Recommendations on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics, she said. She praised Morocco’s “very dynamic role” in the digital sector, notably through a very important engineering, entrepreneurship, connectivity, and talent base. She said AI offers Morocco significant opportunities to improve productivity in all sectors, but also presents several challenges.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 10:37 UTC
NASCAR All-Star Race to remain in North Wilkesboro
Open Extended ReactionsNORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. -- The NASCAR All-Star Race is staying in North Wilkesboro. North Wilkesboro Speedway officials announced Friday that the short track will host the annual $1 million exhibition race for the third straight year on May 18, 2025. The announcement comes as the track prepares to host this year's All-Star Race on Sunday night under the lights. Kyle Larson won his third All-Star Race last year in dominating fashion and is considered a favorite if he's able to make the race despite his conflicts with qualifying for the Indianapolis 500. The NASCAR truck series will also return to North Wilkesboro in 2025 as part of the All-Star race weekend.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 08:35 UTC
NASCAR All-Star Race to remain in North Wilkesboro in 2025 for 3rd straight year
NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. (AP) — The NASCAR All-Star Race is staying in North Wilkesboro. North Wilkesboro Speedway officials announced Friday that the short track will host the annual $1 million exhibition race for the third straight year on May 18, 2025. The announcement comes as the track prepares to host this year’s All-Star Race on Sunday night under the lights. The fan turnout was great last year and I hope that continues.”Kyle Larson won his third All-Star race last year in dominating fashion and is considered a favorite if he’s able to make the race due to his conflicts with qualifying for the Indianapolis 500. The NASCAR truck series will also return to North Wilkesboro in 2025 as part of the All-Star race weekend.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 07:57 UTC
Paul Mann Obituary
WILLIAMSBURG – Mr. Paul V. Mann Sr., 80, passed away Friday, Jan. 31, 2003. Mr. Mann joined the newly formed, 82nd Airborne Division shortly after the start of WWII and continued to serve the entire war from North Africa to Berlin. A native of Tazewell, Va., he later settled in Williamsburg after the war and retired from Cheatham Annex. He is survived by his son, Paul V. Mann Jr. and his wife, Vaneta; one brother, Morris Mann; grandchildren, Carrie Rodgers, Cody Mann and Casey Mann; and two great-grandchildren, Helena and Rebecca. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, in Cedar Grove Cemetery.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 06:34 UTC
Sudan War - Vital Lifeline Returns to North Kordofan Capital
El Obeid — Community leaders of El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan, earlier this week reached an agreement with commanders of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the area to reopen the road linking El Obeid with Tandalti in White Nile state. The North Kordofan capital, besieged by the RSF since the war began in April last year, is witnessing relative calm these days. "We now pay SDG3,000 and sometimes even SDG4,000 a barrel of drinking water. The levies imposed by the RSF on traffic to El Obeid and in most parts of North Kordofan, increase the suffering of the people. "The only safe zone in the south of North Kordofan, about six square kilometres, is Sheikan, which is under control of the SAF.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 06:12 UTC
Is Couscous Good For Weight Loss? 5 Health Benefits Of Eating Couscous
Boost Immune System: Rich In NutrientsCouscous such as niacin and folate: nutrients that repair damaged cells, energy metabolism, and well-being. Selenium is found in couscous and helps to regenerate vitamins E and C. These two vitamins have the power to reduce oxidative stress. Also Read - Male Infertility: What Impacts Male Fertility And Measures They Can Take To Prevent Long-Term Decline
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 18, 2024 03:50 UTC