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Housing Minister Reassures AADL 3 Subscribers Amidst Concerns
Algiers, DZWatch – Minister of Housing, Urban Planning, and the City, Mohamed Tarek Belaribi, affirmed yesterday that the National Agency for Housing Improvement and Development (AADL) is diligently executing its housing program. This statement comes despite critical campaigns, p…

Housing Minister Reassures AADL 3 Subscribers Amidst Public Concerns
The Minister of Housing, Urban Planning and the City, Mohamed Tarek Belaribi, affirmed yesterday that the National Agency for Housing Improvement and Development (AADL) is diligently executing its housing program. This statement comes amidst public scrutiny, particularly from social media platfor…

Algeria Gears Up for Eid al-Adha with Massive Livestock Import
In preparation for the upcoming Eid al-Adha celebrations, Algeria is undertaking a significant initiative to import one million heads of sheep. The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Yacine Oualid, recently chaired a coordination meeting focused on implementing directives from the Pre…

Apple Gears Up to Launch Foldable iPhone, Dubbed ‘iPhone Fold’
Apple is reportedly preparing to enter the foldable phone market with its first device, tentatively named the ‘iPhone Fold.’ The device is expected to debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series later this year. Recent reports suggest details about the phone’s design and materials are emerging.…

Harvard and US Universities Face Rising Challenge from China
Harvard University has fallen to third place in a global ranking measuring academic output, signaling a growing challenge from Chinese universities. Several other American institutions have also experienced a notable decline in the rankings, as Chinese universities make significant strides in res…

Turkish Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Barcelona After False Bomb Threat
A Turkish Airlines flight en route from Istanbul to Barcelona was forced to make an emergency landing at El Prat Airport on Thursday following a false bomb threat. The incident, which caused significant disruption, was triggered by a passenger creating an internet hotspot with a threatening name….

OpenAI Launches ‘Translate’ to Challenge Google Translate
OpenAI has unveiled a new translation tool called ‘Translate,’ directly challenging Google Translate’s dominance in the market. The tool, accessible through the ChatGPT website, offers a streamlined interface for translating text between languages. The initial design features a familiar l…

Ford Worker Nets Nearly $1 Million After Trump’s Obscene Gesture
A Ford Motor Company employee has received nearly $1 million in donations following his suspension after an altercation with former U.S. President Donald Trump. The incident involved an alleged obscene gesture from the former president. Two separate GoFundMe campaigns have collectively ra…

Annaba: Ten Arrested in Wide-Ranging Cyber Fraud Network
National Gendarmerie in Annaba have dismantled a criminal network specializing in defrauding citizens through the use of information and communication technologies. This operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime in all its forms. The operation was launched following credibl…

Astronomical Alignment May Determine Ramadan 2026 Start
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, astronomical research institutions are preparing to pinpoint its commencement. A professor at the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics has indicated that a significant astronomical event will occur on Sunday, January 18, potentially infl…

UK Calls for Fundamental Change in Iran, Praises Protesters
The United Kingdom is advocating for significant change within Iran, expressing strong support for the ongoing protests, according to Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper. Speaking before Parliament on Tuesday, Cooper emphasized the urgent need to end all forms of violence against Iranian demonstrator…

Iran Protests Spark Regional Instability Fears
Ongoing protests within Iran are raising concerns about potential escalation and broader regional instability, analysts warn. The demonstrations, initially triggered by the sharp decline in the Iranian Rial’s value, have evolved into a wider expression of public discontent. The possibilit…

Algeria Advances Plan to Elevate 11 Districts to Province Status
Algiers, [Date] – Ministerial committees have launched intensive field visits to eleven administrative districts earmarked for elevation to full province status, DZWatch has learned. This initiative aligns with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s commitment to modernize administrati…

National Asset Digitization Accelerated with ‘Amlak’ System Rollout
The Directorate General of National Assets has announced the nationwide implementation of the ‘Amlak’ information system across all land registry and state property directorates. This initiative paves the way for the introduction of the electronic land registry, marking a significant step towards…

President Tebboune Praises Progress in Algeria’s Digital Transformation
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune recently chaired a Council of Ministers meeting focused on the ongoing advancements in digitalization across various sectors of Algeria. The meeting included a progress report detailing the country’s efforts to modernize its data infrastructure. The Presiden…

Instagram Assures Users: “Your Accounts Are Secure”
DZWatch Exclusive – Instagram officials have issued a statement reassuring users that their accounts are secure, following reports of a potential data breach. The platform denies that its systems were compromised.The clarification comes after cybersecurity firm Malwarebyte…

Cabinet Meeting Focuses on Digitalization, Agriculture, and Crop Production
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune presided over a Council of Ministers meeting today, addressing critical sectors including digitalization, agriculture, and crop production. The meeting centered on the progress of national digitalization efforts, the 2026 roadmap for the agricultural sector, and pre…

President Tebboune Praises Advanced Digitalization Across Sectors
Algiers – President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has lauded the significant progress Algeria has made in digitalization across all sectors. The commendation came during Sunday’s Council of Ministers meeting, according to a statement released following the session. The President e…

OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health for Medical Inquiries
OpenAI has announced the launch of ChatGPT Health, a new dedicated tab within the ChatGPT chatbot designed to answer medical inquiries and provide a comprehensive space for managing health-related matters. The new feature aims to centralize users’ medical records and offer an integrated en…

Air Algérie Announces Guangzhou Airport Terminal Change
Algiers, Algeria – Air Algérie has announced a change in terminal operations at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in China. Effective January 23, 2026, all Air Algérie arrivals and departures will operate from Terminal 3 (T3) instead of the current Terminal 1 (T1)….



