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Security Scare on Agadir-Paris Flight: Teen's Bluetooth Prank Triggers Delay

A Transavia flight from Agadir to Paris Orly was delayed on Sunday following a security alert over a passenger’s Bluetooth device name. Flight TO3121, a Boeing 737 with 153 passengers and 6 crew, landed at Orly at 10:08 a.m. as scheduled. The alert began mid-flight when a crew member noticed a......

Schengen Visa Appointment Crisis: High Costs and Desperate Measures

In a troubling development, the cost of securing a Schengen visa appointment through brokers has soared to an astonishing 10,000 dirhams, sparking allegations of exploitation among applicants. Reports indicate that these brokers are monopolizing the visa application process, creating significant challenges......

Moroccan Pilgrims Granted Direct Route to Arafat: New Fatwa Eases Hajj Journey

In a landmark decision, Morocco’s Supreme Scientific Council has issued a fatwa permitting Moroccan pilgrims to bypass Mina and proceed directly to Arafat on the ninth of Dhul-Hijjah, addressing logistical and physical challenges faced during the Hajj pilgrimage. The announcement, made public......

Empowering Through Sports: A Journey of Transformation at Toulal 2 Prison

In a heartening initiative, the Royal Moroccan Federation of Sports for All (FRMSPT) brought a socio-sports event to 188 inmates at Toulal 2 local prison, Meknes. This event, part of a larger national sports caravan that commenced on July 15, underscores the federation’s commitment to fostering......

Border Breakthrough: Algeria Transfers 16 Detained Moroccans to Their Homeland

In an unexpected turn of events, the normally sealed Moroccan-Algerian border witnessed a rare opening to facilitate the return of 16 young Moroccans who had been detained in Algeria. This operation, carried out at the Zouj Beghal border crossing in Oujda and Colonel Lotfi in Maghnia, marks an unusual......

Morocco's Forestry Agency Unveils Crucial Wildfire Risk Map

In a proactive move to safeguard its natural resources, Morocco's National Agency for Water and Forests has released a comprehensive wildfire risk assessment, pinpointing areas most susceptible to forest fires across the nation. This strategic initiative, aimed at bolstering national preparedness......

Sky Spectacle: Moroccan Air and Parachute Shows to Honor Royal Anniversary

In a grand celebration of King Mohammed VI’s 25th year on the throne, the Royal Armed Forces of Morocco are gearing up for exhilarating air shows and parachute demonstrations on July 30th and 31st, 2024. The General Command of the Royal Armed Forces revealed that the air shows will grace the skies......

Sweltering Heatwave to Grip Morocco: Temperatures Set to Reach 47 Degrees Celsius

Morocco Prepares for Intense Heatwave as Temperatures Soar The Moroccan General Directorate of Meteorology has issued an urgent orange alert, forecasting a severe heatwave to hit various provinces from Tuesday to Friday. Residents in the affected areas should prepare for scorching heat, with temperatures......

Morocco's 25-Year Transformation Under King Mohammed VI

In a comprehensive reflection on Morocco's 25-year journey under King Mohammed VI, Spanish newspaper El País paints a vivid picture of transformation and progress. Leading Spanish newspaper *El País* recently published an article commemorating the 25th anniversary of King Mohammed......

French Political Aide Accused of Racist Remarks Against Moroccan Individuals

Julie Gahinet, a parliamentary aide to French politician Julien Odoul, is embroiled in controversy as allegations surface accusing her of making racially charged remarks towards three Moroccan individuals. Despite her vehement denials, witnesses have corroborated the claims, prompting the three French......

Former Raja Casablanca President's Unexpected Detention Sparks Controversy

In a surprising turn of events, Mohamed Boudrika, the former president of Raja Casablanca, one of Morocco's most prominent football clubs, finds himself at the center of a legal storm. Boudrika is currently held in a detention facility near Hamburg airport, following his arrest on an Interpol warrant. The......

Mounting Frustration Over Visa Delays in Tangier for Travel to Spain

The annual surge in visa applications for Schengen countries has once again led to significant delays in Tangier, sparking widespread frustration among Moroccan citizens who seek to travel to Spain. The prolonged wait times are causing substantial financial losses and prompting calls for explanations......

Unprecedented Heat Wave in Morocco Sparks Public Outrage Over 20 Deaths

In Morocco, public outrage has erupted following reports that 20 individuals have succumbed to extreme heat conditions. These fatalities were allegedly recorded within a 24-hour period at a regional hospital in Beni Mellal, further fueling widespread concern and anxiety among the populace. In the wake......