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The Unspoken Shadows: Alice Munro’s Daughter Exposes Family Secret of Abuse

In a recent and poignant revelation, Andrea Robin Skinner, the youngest daughter of the celebrated Canadian Nobel laureate Alice Munro, has disclosed a harrowing family secret. Skinner has accused her stepfather, Gerald Fremlin, of sexually assaulting her during her childhood, a trauma that she claims......

Scorching Heatwave Set to Sear Moroccan Provinces with Temperatures Soaring Up to 47°C

The regions of Beni Mellal-Khenifra, Marrakech-Safi, Souss-Massa, and Guelmim Oued Noun are bracing for an intense heatwave, with forecasts predicting some of the highest temperatures recorded this season.  The Moroccan Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an "orange" alert,......

Unveiling Morocco's Demographic Landscape: The Cartographic Endeavors of the 2024 General Census

In a significant stride towards depicting Morocco's dynamic demographic landscape, Ahmed Lahlimi, the esteemed High Commissioner for Planning, unveiled the details of the communication campaign for the 2024 General Census of Population and Housing (RGPH) during a landmark event in Rabat on Wednesday. Marking......

Supreme Council of Ulema Convenes 33rd Ordinary Session Following Royal Directive

Following the High Approval of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful and President of the Supreme Council of Ulema, the esteemed council will convene its 33rd ordinary session on July 5 and 6 in Rabat. This pivotal gathering underscores the council's unwavering commitment to addressing......

Casablanca Embarks on Ambitious Rehousing Initiative to Eradicate Slums

In a groundbreaking move to address the pressing issue of inadequate housing, the Council of the Casablanca-Settat region has unveiled an ambitious program to relocate and rehouse 62,000 families currently residing in the region's informal settlements. This comprehensive initiative, aligned with......

Alarming Rise in Fatalities and Hunger Strikes in Moroccan Prisons

In a sobering report that sheds light on the conditions within Morocco's correctional facilities, the National Council for Human Rights (CNDH) has disclosed a shocking 249 deaths recorded in the nation's prisons during 2023. The council's annual findings, presented today in Rabat by its president,......

A Compassionate Roadmap: Minister Hayar Unveils Initiatives to Support the Elderly, Disabled, and Abandoned Children

In a comprehensive address to Parliament, Aawatif Hayar, the Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration, and Family, unveiled her ministry's strategic roadmap to tackle the pressing challenges faced by the elderly, disabled individuals, and abandoned children. Her response directly addressed deputies'......

Morocco Mourns the Passing of Princess Lalla Latifa: Mother of King Mohammed VI

In a somber announcement that has cast a shadow over the Kingdom of Morocco, the Royal Palace revealed the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Latifa, mother of King Mohammed VI, on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Princess Lalla Latifa, revered as the wife of the late King Hassan II, leaves behind......

Tata Province Poised for Transformative Development with MAD 1.45 Billion Investment

In a resounding affirmation of the government's commitment to fostering inclusive growth across Morocco, the Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, announced an impressive investment of over MAD 1.45 billion for the comprehensive development of Tata province. This substantial financial injection aims......

Vienna Tops Liveability Index as Western Cities Face Decline

The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has once again named Vienna, Austria, as the world's "most livable city," but the latest report underlines shifting dynamics in urban liveability across Europe, North America, and Asia. For the third consecutive year, Vienna has secured the top spot,......

Morocco's Housing Aid Program: A Catalyst for Empowerment and Economic Revival

In a remarkable stride towards addressing the nation's housing challenges, Morocco's direct housing aid program has emerged as a beacon of hope for thousands of citizens seeking to make their dreams of homeownership a reality. According to Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, Minister of National Territorial......

Tragedy in Settat: Moroccan Man Apprehended for Heinous Crime Against Ivorian Migrant

In a disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, a young man from Casablanca was apprehended in Settat on Monday after committing a brutal crime against an Ivorian migrant woman. The tranquility of Casablanca’s Hay Hassani area was shattered last Saturday when a Moroccan......

Pirates Actor Tamayo Perry's Tragic End in Hawaiian Waters

In a shocking turn of events that has left the entertainment industry reeling, actor Tamayo Perry, known for his roles in the blockbuster "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise, met a tragic fate while pursuing his passion for surfing. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon at Malaekahana......