Southern Morocco becomes a hub for Morocco-France economic partnership
The southern provinces of Morocco are emerging as a key driver in strengthening economic ties with France, opening fresh avenues for shared growth and African integration, economic leaders from both countries noted during a forum in Dakhla on Thursday. At the Morocco-France Economic Forum, participants emphasized the pivotal role of Morocco’s......
Gold prices hit record high as investors seek stability amid global uncertainty
Global gold prices have reached an unprecedented peak, surpassing $4,000 per troy ounce for the first time in history. Since the start of 2025, gold has surged nearly 50%, marking its strongest rally since the 1970s as investors search for security in a volatile world economy. Analysts attribute this surge to widespread political and economic......
Princess Lalla Hasnaa highlights Morocco’s environmental commitment at IUCN congress in Abu Dhabi
Princess Lalla Hasnaa, President of the Mohammed VI Foundation for Environmental Protection, attended the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress on Thursday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre as a distinguished guest of honor. The princess was warmly received by Sara Awad Issa Musallam,......
Macron searches for sixth prime minister amid France’s political turmoil
French President Emmanuel Macron faces escalating political challenges as he seeks his sixth prime minister in under two years, amid widening governmental fractures and investor concerns over the country’s ballooning deficit. The Élysée Palace announced on Wednesday that Macron plans to appoint a new prime minister within......
Spain halts cattle exports to Morocco amid lumpy skin disease outbreak
Spanish authorities have suspended the export of live cattle to Morocco after confirming several outbreaks of lumpy skin disease (LSD) in northeastern Spain. The temporary measure, reported by El Faro de Ceuta, is intended to contain the spread of the virus and safeguard both animal health and the agricultural economy on both sides of the......
Trump officially ruled out as Nobel Peace Prize candidate
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has been officially excluded from contention for the Nobel Peace Prize, ending speculation about his potential receipt of the prestigious honor this year. The Nobel Committee confirmed that Trump did not meet the criteria for final consideration, emphasizing the importance of sustained contributions to peace......
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
Maria Corina Machado, a leading figure in Venezuela’s opposition, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her steadfast commitment to democracy and human rights in the country. The Nobel Committee commended her persistent advocacy for political freedom amid Venezuela’s ongoing crisis, highlighting her courage in......
GenZ212 movement urges nationwide boycott of Akhannouch’s companies amid growing discontent
The GenZ212 protest movement has intensified its calls for Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch to step down, urging Moroccans to boycott all companies linked to the billionaire businessman. The campaign, circulating widely across social media, seeks to apply economic pressure on one of Morocco’s most powerful figures while demanding systemic......
CGEM hails Morocco-EU trade agreement as a driver of growth in southern provinces
Morocco’s business confederation has expressed strong support for the newly signed trade agreement with the European Union, calling it a major diplomatic and economic achievement that reinforces Morocco’s position as a key partner in Euro-Mediterranean cooperation. The accord also highlights the growing strategic importance of......
OIC appoints Morocco as vice-president of SME network in Baku
Morocco has been appointed vice-president of the Small and Medium Enterprises Network of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC-SMENET), marking a new milestone in its commitment to supporting entrepreneurship and economic cooperation across the Islamic world. The announcement was made by the National Agency for the Promotion of Small......
Authorities dismantle major wildlife trafficking ring in Sidi Bouknadel
Moroccan authorities have dismantled a large network involved in the illegal trafficking of protected animal species during a joint operation in Sidi Bouknadel, near Salé. The coordinated effort underscores Morocco’s ongoing commitment to combating wildlife crimes and preserving biodiversity. According to the National Agency......
László Krasznahorkai awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature for visionary works on human fragility
The Swedish Academy has honored Hungarian novelist László Krasznahorkai with the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, recognizing his transformative prose and apocalyptic vision. Known for his intricate, unbroken sentences and meditations on decay and redemption, Krasznahorkai’s body of work reaffirms the enduring power of art......
Crypto trader turns $3,000 into $2 million after viral memecoin surge
A cryptocurrency trader has achieved an astonishing profit after transforming a $3,000 investment into roughly $2 million within hours, following a surge in a newly launched memecoin that went viral after a tweet from Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao. The token, known simply as “4,” emerged after a humorous hack......
Understanding all generations: from the builders to generation alpha
Understanding the evolution of generations offers a window into how societal, economic, and technological changes have shaped human behavior. From the Builders to Generation Alpha, each cohort reflects distinct values and characteristics, rooted in the unique circumstances of their time. The builders and the silent generation Before the......
Millennials and Generation Z: Bridging tradition and the digital revolution
A transitional generation Generation Y, commonly referred to as Millennials, encompasses individuals born between 1981 and 1996. This cohort grew up at the crossroads of two eras, experiencing the simplicity of pre-Internet life during their childhood before transitioning into a rapidly digitized world during their adolescence. They were......