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NYC Marks 9/11 Anniversary Without Trump
New York City once again paused to remember the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, as the annual commemoration ceremony to…
Epson lance sa campagne rentrée scolaire 2025
Pour la nouvelle année scolaire, Epson Maurice renouvelle sa campagne de rentrée, une initiative annuelle qui place les jeunes et leur épano…
Coastal Flooding: Mauritius Must Rethink Its Approach
For too long, coastal flooding in Mauritius has been met with crisis responses — emergency clean-ups, temporary road closures, and sympathet…
Mauritius BPO Sector Needs Urgent Reform
Mauritius has long positioned itself as a competitive Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) hub in the Indian Ocean region, but mounting pressu…
Son Steals Mum's Gas Cylinder, Gets 8 Months
A man from Terre-Rouge, Mauritius, has been handed an eight-month prison sentence after being convicted of stealing a gas cylinder belonging…
Pailles Police Foil Rs 310,000 Theft
A police team led by Sergeant Aullyar stationed in Pailles successfully thwarted a theft operation involving Rs 310,000, in what authorities…
Strong Swell Warning Issued for Mauritius
Mauritius is currently under a strong swell warning issued by the Mauritius Meteorological Services, alerting residents, fishermen, and tour…
August 2026: Hottest Month Ever Recorded
August 2026 has officially been recorded as the hottest month in human history, according to international climate monitoring data reported …
Nanduth Baboolall : funérailles mercredi
La communauté de Bel-Air-Rivière-Sèche se prépare à rendre un dernier hommage à Nanduth Baboolall, dont les funérailles sont prévues ce merc…
Crypto in Mauritius: Fast Gains, Real Risks
Mauritius is witnessing a growing wave of interest in cryptocurrencies, with more residents exploring digital assets as a route to quick fin…
Middle East Tourist Arrivals Up 10.5% in Mauritius
Mauritius is cementing its status as a premier destination for Middle Eastern travellers, with the latest figures revealing a 10.5% increase…
UK Air Traffic Failure Cancels Dozens of Flights
A significant technical failure within the United Kingdom's air traffic control system has caused the cancellation of dozens of flights, sen…
Ex-inmates held over GRNO prison smuggling bid
Two former inmates are under suspicion after allegedly attempting to smuggle three bags into the Grand River North West (GRNO) prison, one o…
Air Mauritius perd sa bataille au Privy Council
Air Mauritius a essuyé un nouveau revers judiciaire après avoir tenté, sans succès, de saisir le Privy Council pour contester une décision d…
Jakarta Airport Reopens After Krakatau Eruption
Jakarta's main international airport has reopened following a period of significant disruption caused by the eruption of Anak Krakatau, the …
Canada Hits Back at Trump: Trade War Escalates
The trade relationship between the United States and Canada — long considered one of the most stable economic partnerships in the world — is…
Private Doctors in Public Hospitals: Your Rights
In Mauritius, access to quality healthcare is considered a fundamental right — yet a growing question is quietly dividing patients, doctors …
Mauritius Tightens Rules on Whale & Dolphin Tours
Mauritius has long marketed its turquoise lagoons and rich marine life as a cornerstone of its tourism appeal — but the growing popularity o…
Emirates EK704 Delays Leave Passengers Stranded
Passengers booked on Emirates flight EK704 from Mauritius to Dubai found themselves in a frustrating limbo at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR…
Trump veut renommer le Nouveau-Mexique
Le président des États-Unis, Donald Trump, a relancé la controverse en suggérant de rebaptiser l'État du Nouveau-Mexique en « Nouvelle Améri…
Adrianno's Death Sparks Safety Reform Call
The death of Adrianno has sent shockwaves through Mauritius, prompting activists, legal experts, and civil society to demand that authoritie…
MRA Forces Property Sale at Auction in 2026
The Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) has taken decisive legal action against a property owner, triggering a forced judicial sale — known lo…
Road Accident Reported Near Canot
A road accident was reported near Canot, a locality in the Black River district of Mauritius, according to Le Défi Media. While full details…
Brisée-Verdière Drug Bust: 680g Seized, Man Arrested
Authorities in Mauritius have made a significant drug seizure in the coastal village of Brisée-Verdière, located in the south-east of the is…
Fifth Arrest in 155kg Cannabis Ring: Réunion–Mauritius
Mauritius' Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (ADSU) has arrested a fifth suspect in connection with a large-scale cannabis trafficking operation …
Mauritius Weather: Fair Skies This Saturday
Mauritius is set to enjoy largely pleasant weather this Saturday, according to the latest forecast from Météo Mauritius. Residents and visit…
PM Escort Bikes Tender: IRP Rejects Bid Challenge
The Independent Review Panel (IRP) of Mauritius has rejected a formal complaint lodged by a bidder contesting the procurement process for mo…
Lawyer Kundomal Fights Back Over Dubai Jail Rumours
Mauritian lawyer Me Shaan Kundomal has moved swiftly to counter rumours that have been circulating suggesting he was incarcerated in Dubai. …
Cold Snap: 14°C Highs and 50km/h Gusts Hit Mauritius
Mauritius is experiencing a notable cold snap, with temperatures on the island's central highlands dipping to as low as 14°C and wind gusts …
US Strike Kills Wedding Guests in Iran
A deadly United States airstrike in Iran has shocked the international community after the strike reportedly hit a wedding celebration, resu…
Port-Louis Mourns the Loss of Ambal Mootoosamy-Grenade
Port-Louis is in mourning following the passing of Ambal Mootoosamy-Grenade, a figure whose presence left a meaningful mark on the Mauritian…
Rs 8 Baguette Hard to Find in Some Shops
Mauritians seeking the government-regulated Rs 8 baguette are reportedly struggling to find it in certain retail outlets across the island, …
Fatal Crash at Le Morne: Teen Killed
A tragic road accident at Le Morne has claimed the life of an 18-year-old, with the driver of the vehicle subsequently testing positive for …
Vigile devant le Parlement pour le Sir Gaëtan
Une veillée aux chandelles est prévue ce lundi devant le Parlement de Maurice. À l'initiative d'Alain Malherbe, ce rassemblement symbolique …
Messi Retires from International Football
In a announcement that has sent shockwaves through the global football community, Lionel Messi has officially declared his retirement from i…
Storm Warnings Persist: 90 km/h Gusts Hit Mauritius
Mauritius is experiencing dangerous weather conditions as meteorological authorities maintain active alerts across the island, with powerful…
Trump-Branded Ecstasy Pills Spark Red Alert
Authorities in the Netherlands have issued an urgent red alert warning over a dangerous batch of ecstasy tablets that have been circulating …
Mauritius Travel Fair: Last Day for Holiday Deals
Today marks the final opportunity for Mauritians to take advantage of the Salon du Prêt-à-Partir, the island's popular travel and holiday fa…
Mauritius Rupee: The Real Battle Is Economic
The debate around the Mauritian rupee's value has long been framed as a matter of monetary policy — interest rates, foreign exchange interve…
Strong Anticyclone Brings 90km/h Gusts to Mauritius
Mauritius is preparing for a significant bout of rough weather as a powerful anticyclone sweeps across the region, bringing with it wind gus…
Emirates adds Premium Economy to Mauritius route
Emirates is set to elevate the travel experience between Mauritius and Dubai, introducing its Premium Economy cabin on both of its daily fli…
Shreeya Bokhoree Wins Africa Designer Award
Mauritius is celebrating another milestone on the international stage as Shreeya Bokhoree, the island's representative at Miss World 2026, h…
Mauritius and Monaco Forge Diplomatic Ties
Mauritius and Monaco have officially established diplomatic relations, marking a significant milestone in the small island nation's ongoing …
Metro Express Links Curepipe to Réduit Sept 1
Mauritius is set to expand its Metro Express network with a new direct link connecting Curepipe and Réduit, scheduled to begin operations on…
Ramgoolam Faces 27 Questions at Parliament Return
As the Mauritian National Assembly prepares for its new parliamentary session, Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam finds himself at the centre of…
Orthodontist Attacked Stopping Burglar in Pointe-d'Esny
A shocking incident unfolded in Pointe-d'Esny, one of Mauritius's most sought-after coastal residential areas, when a local orthodontist was…
DistributeX: FCC Probes Mobile Phone Dealings
The Fair Competition Commission (FCC) of Mauritius has intensified its scrutiny of DistributeX, with mobile phones now emerging as a central…
Cold Front to Hit Mauritius This Friday
Mauritians should prepare for a significant shift in weather conditions starting this Friday, 28 August, as a cold front moves across the is…
Défi Training School: Free Path to Success
Dans un contexte où la mobilité sociale reste un défi majeur à Maurice, Le Défi Training School se positionne comme un acteur clé en offrant…
Cannabis seized at Plaisance Airport
Customs and security officers at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) International Airport in Plaisance made a significant drug interception aft…
Australia's Teen Social Media Ban Is Failing
Australia made global headlines when it introduced one of the world's strictest social media bans for minors, prohibiting children under the…
Teen Stabbed in Goodlands Attack
A 19-year-old young man was stabbed in Goodlands, a town in the north of Mauritius, in a violent incident that has prompted fresh concern ov…
Ramdanee autorisé à voyager malgré accusation
Sanjiv Ramdanee, mis en cause dans une affaire d'entente délictueuse alléguée, a obtenu l'autorisation de voyager, selon les informations ra…
Rodrigues: A Budget Crisis Laid Bare
Johnson Roussety, a prominent political figure in Rodrigues, has issued a stark warning about the island's fiscal health, describing Rodrigu…
Rs 30Bn Oil Deal: No Proof Jugnauth Wrongdoing
As scrutiny intensifies around Mauritius's controversial Rs 30 billion petroleum supply contract, defence counsel Me Gulbul has stepped forw…
Neighbours Knew of Drug Links Before Fatal Incident
A troubling revelation has emerged from a Mauritian community following a recent incident linked to drug activity: neighbours say they had l…
Man Arrested in Rs 4.75M Money Laundering Probe
Mauritian law enforcement has made an arrest in a suspected money laundering case involving a sum of Rs 4.75 million, according to a report …
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