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Mohamed Ahed Bensouda, a pioneering Moroccan director whose socially conscious films tackled taboo subjects and earned international recognition, passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 56. His death prompted widespread mourning across Moroccan media, with tributes highlighting his bold approach to filmmaking and commitment to addressing......
With the 2026 World Cup only months away, excitement is already building across New York City. And according to Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of New York, the enthusiasm among residents is impossible to miss. In a recent statement, he shared how frequently he is approached by football fans eager to secure tickets for what promises to be one of the......
Morocco is confronting one of the most serious flooding episodes in recent years as relentless rainfall continues to affect large parts of the northern regions. Overflowing rivers, saturated soils and overwhelmed drainage systems have led to widespread disruption, forcing authorities to close schools, evacuate entire neighborhoods and launch......
The Kingdom of Morocco has strengthened its status as a major tourist destination in Europe, following two prestigious awards granted by Spanish tourism organizations. These accolades highlight the effectiveness of Morocco's strategic efforts to capture the Spanish market, which is vital to the country's tourism growth. The Moroccan......
In December 2025, the African Cup of Nations opening ceremony in Rabat became more than a sporting spectacle. HRH crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, Morocco’s 22-year-old heir, captivated audiences by walking onto the pitch alone, in pouring rain, without a protective umbrella or visible security. The moment, witnessed by over 60,000 spectators......
His Majesty King Mohammed VI presided over a recent meeting where the palace confirmed the Nador West Med port remains on track for service in the fourth quarter of 2026. Morocco has indefinitely frozen its ambitious plan to build a liquefied natural gas import hub at the Nador West Med port on its Mediterranean coast, dealing a setback to......
Hassan Tariq, appointed by His Majesty King Mohammed VI on March 24, 2025, now serves as Morocco's Mediator of the Kingdom, succeeding Mohamed Benali El Alaoui. In this prominent role, Tariq acts as a vital link between citizen grievances and state administration, addressing disputes involving public services and territorial governance.......
The search continues for seven-year-old Inaayah Makda, a British child who was swept into the Atlantic Ocean by a powerful wave while visiting the Moroccan city of Casablanca. Days after the incident, her family has voiced growing frustration over what they describe as insufficient support from British authorities. Inaayah, who was from the......
Turkey maintains its commanding lead in global fig production, accounting for more than 60 percent of the world's dried figs, primarily from its Aegean region where the prized Sarılop variety thrives. The country exported around 63,000 tons in the 2024-2025 season to over 100 nations, generating $337 million in revenue despite challenges......
The OCP Group has announced a strategic partnership with French artificial intelligence company Mistral AI, aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of its operations through advanced AI technologies. The agreement was signed in Paris as part of OCP’s Bionic program, led by its business unit Rock Solutions Strategic. Through......
Spain’s Civil Guard has raised concerns over serious damage to the double border fence separating Ceuta from Morocco, following heavy storms that recently affected the Strait of Gibraltar area. According to the Unified Association of the Civil Guard (AUGC), several sections of the fence have collapsed due to adverse weather conditions,......
The distribution of Sunni Islamic jurisprudential schools, or madhabs, across Arab nations reflects centuries-old scholarly traditions shaped by key imams and regional histories. The Hanbali school, founded by Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal (d. 241 AH), predominates in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar, where it influences state legal......
A Government Council meeting will be held on Thursday under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, according to an official statement released by the head of government’s office. At the start of its session, the Council is expected to examine a draft bill concerning judicial experts, aimed at strengthening the legal and......
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