Saturday 30 May 2026 - 14:45
French philosopher and sociologist Edgar Morin, one of the most influential intellectual figures of the modern era, has died at the age of 104. His passing marks the end of a remarkable journey that spanned more than a century of history, social transformation, and intellectual exploration. Widely respected in France and around the world,......
A French footwear brand has developed sandals embedded with mosquito-repellent compounds, offering an alternative to traditional spray-based protection for the summer season. The product, launched by Marseille-based company Cacatoès under the name Mosquitoès, integrates the active ingredients directly into the shoe material rather......
French authorities have intercepted close to four tonnes of narcotics in two separate operations, exposing the sustained reach of international drug trafficking networks operating into French territory. The larger of the two seizures involved approximately 2.7 tonnes of cannabis resin discovered at the port of Sète, in southern France.......
VFS Global, the Dubai-headquartered visa processing company majority-owned by private equity giant Blackstone, has built a quietly dominant empire atop what was once a straightforward government function. A year-long coordinated investigation involving more than a dozen media partners across Europe and Africa has exposed how the firm, which......
French aerospace manufacturer Daher is preparing to shift a portion of its production and assembly operations from its plant in Tarbes, southwestern France, to Morocco, as part of a restructuring effort designed to restore profitability at its industrial division by 2028. The move falls under an internal program called "Edge," which......
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has publicly rejected speculation that Franco-Moroccan businessman Anas Laghrari is positioning himself to take over the club's presidency, calling the reports false and pointing to clear regulatory barriers that would make such a candidacy impossible under current statutes. Pérez addressed......
French law enforcement has dismantled a major international drug trafficking operation linking Morocco and France, seizing nearly 2.7 tonnes of cannabis resin and arresting two suspects in a coordinated multi-agency operation carried out across four locations simultaneously. The case originated with a preliminary investigation opened by the......
The prefecture of Inezgane Ait-Melloul opened its ninth edition of the Bilmawen carnival on Thursday, May 28, 2026, drawing local associations and international delegations to celebrate one of Morocco's most distinctive forms of intangible cultural heritage. The multi-day event runs through June 1 and is organized in the days following......
Every year, Eid al-Adha structures the lives of millions of Muslims across France in a rhythm of early rising, communal prayer, family meals, and the ritual sacrifice at the heart of the celebration. In Bordeaux, a 21-year-old named Assia describes a day that blends genuine spiritual intensity with practical challenges unique to practicing......
Two French nationals who had been missing at sea for several days were found alive Thursday evening off the coast of Assilah in northern Morocco after an extensive multinational search operation. Moroccan rescue authorities said the men were spotted and rescued by a merchant vessel navigating through the search zone. Authorities coordinated......
Marrakech’s prime residential property market has recorded strong growth since 2023, driven by rising demand from international buyers, younger professionals, and Moroccan expatriates seeking second homes and lifestyle investments. The city, long associated with retirees and seasonal visitors, is now attracting a broader mix of affluent......
Armenia held its first large-scale military parade in a decade on May 28, displaying newly acquired foreign weapons systems in central Yerevan as the country accelerates efforts to reduce its long-standing military dependence on Russia. The demonstration took place just days before crucial parliamentary elections and reflected the government’s......
French energy giant TotalEnergies made significant crude oil purchases in the Middle East after its trading teams observed unusual military activity in the Gulf region earlier this year, according to the company’s chief executive. CEO Patrick Pouyanné stated in an interview that traders within the company noticed an increase......
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At the Heart of the 2026 World Cup
Monday 18 May 2026 - 13:30
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GITEX Africa: The New Frontiers Of African Innovation
Monday 06 April 2026 - 13:04
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Les Impériales Week 2026: Under the Theme “Daba or Never”
Tuesday 31 March 2026 - 10:03
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Iran under the lens
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AFCON 2025: Morocco at the heart of African football
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