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New year’s eve in Paris: 125 people detained, no vehicles set on fire

The transition into the new year was marked by heightened security measures across Paris and its surrounding suburbs. Authorities reported that 125 individuals were taken into police custody during the night of December 31 to January 1, reflecting a slight increase compared to the previous year. Approximately......

Drug kingpin extradited from Morocco and charged in France

Paris – The alleged leader of a major drug trafficking network operating in the Paris region has been extradited from Morocco to France and formally charged by French judicial authorities, according to a statement released by the Lille public prosecutor’s office. The......

Moroccans rank second among foreign communities in France in 2024

New figures from France’s National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) reveal that Moroccans remain among the largest foreign populations in the country, ranking second after Algerians. The data show that nearly 48.9% of all immigrants in France were born in Africa, while 30.9%......

Europe’s top destinations for residency seekers from the US, UK, and India

Tens of thousands of Americans, Brits, Indians, and other nationals obtained residency permits in Europe in 2024, with Spain, France, and Germany emerging as the most popular destinations, according to new Eurostat data. The report highlights where non-EU citizens moved and their primary reasons for......

Morocco’s evolving story: shifting from Western clichés to authentic engagement

Western media often portrays Morocco through the lens of mystery and exoticism, reducing its nuanced realities to narratives that center European perspectives. This approach, rooted in Orientalist traditions, undermines critical engagement with Morocco’s internal dynamics and achievements. Deconstructing......

Hundreds of toddlers left homeless in France as crisis deepens

The latest report on child homelessness in France, released by Unicef and the Fédération des acteurs de la solidarité (FAS), reveals a grim reality: over 500 children under three years old are forced to sleep on the streets each night, highlighting a growing crisis in the nation's......

Ukrainian woman assaulted near the Eiffel Tower in Paris

A 32-year-old Ukrainian woman was violently assaulted and raped near the Eiffel Tower in the early hours of August 26. The incident took place on the Champ-de-Mars, a popular area in Paris, when the victim, who was inebriated, was dragged into a bush by an intoxicated man claiming to be a 17-year-old......

Amal Hub: a new platform uniting Morocco’s global talent for national progress

Moroccan alumni from prestigious institutions have launched the AMAL Hub, an innovative platform connecting talent within Morocco and its diaspora. The initiative, developed by graduates from Harvard, HEC Paris, and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), aims to support Morocco's development......

Morocco sees record 67,000 daily arrivals during Marhaba 2025

Morocco is witnessing a surge in arrivals, with over 67,000 Moroccans living abroad (MREs) entering the country daily as part of the Marhaba 2025 operation. This annual initiative, launched on June 10 and running through September, aims to facilitate the summer transit of Moroccan expatriates. Record-breaking......

Prince Moulay Rachid: A life of service and dedication to Morocco

His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid celebrates his 55th birthday this Friday, an occasion marked by the Moroccan people and the Royal Family with heartfelt admiration and joy. The milestone provides an opportunity to reflect on the Prince's exceptional contributions to Morocco’s cultural,......

Educated immigrants reshape France's demographic landscape

A new study by the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) reveals that immigrants arriving in France are more educated than ever, with those from North Africa leading a remarkable leap in educational attainment. The INSEE data, released on Thursday, tracks immigration patterns......

Macron champions religious freedom in face of rising Islamophobia

President Emmanuel Macron has voiced strong condemnation of the brutal killing of a Muslim man in a mosque in France, asserting that racism and religious hatred “will never have a place in France.” This statement comes in light of increasing concerns over Islamophobia within the country. Macron’s......

Domestic life: The invisible burden of inequalities between women and men An imbalanced daily life despite appearances

In 2025, domestic inequalities persist with surprising tenacity. A recent survey by the Ifop Institute, conducted with 5,026 Europeans for Consolab, highlights a reality often overlooked: women still spend significantly more time on domestic tasks than men. On average, women dedicate three and a half......

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