Spain’s class identity: fluid and less rigid compared to the UK
Spain’s social class system exists but lacks the overt rigidity and cultural prominence of the UK’s. While Spaniards recognize working, middle, and upper classes, most identify informally as middle class regardless of income. Class distinctions are seen as fluid and rarely dominate public discourse. Social class in Spain: self-perception......
Americans embrace Extremadura as Spain's hidden tourism gem
The southwestern Spanish region of Extremadura, known for its Roman ruins and ties to the Spanish conquistadors, has emerged as the fastest-growing destination for American tourists in 2025. This lesser-known area, often overshadowed by Spain’s traditional hotspots, is captivating visitors seeking authentic and historical experiences. Record......
Morocco honored as guest of honor at Venice Production Bridge 2025
For the first time, Morocco has been named Guest of Honor at the prestigious Venice Production Bridge, part of the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, running from August 27 to September 6 in Venice, Italy. This milestone underscores Morocco's growing prominence in global cinema and its expanding influence on the international film......
Morocco’s mobile subscribers surpass 58.8 million in first half of 2025
Morocco’s telecommunications industry continues to thrive, as the mobile subscriber base reached 58.8 million by the end of June 2025, according to the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts (DEPF). This marks a 3.2% year-on-year increase, building on a 5.2% rise recorded during the same period in 2024. The country’s mobile......
Renfe replaces low-cost Avlo trains with premium Ave services on Madrid-Barcelona route
Spain's national rail operator Renfe has announced the discontinuation of its low-cost Avlo services on the Madrid-Zaragoza-Barcelona high-speed line, effective September 8. These will be replaced by its premium Ave trains, while maintaining the same frequencies, schedules, and competitive pricing. Renfe stated that the decision reflects......
Hamza Igamane secures $13.7m transfer to Lille after Rangers stint
Hamza Igamane has completed a $13.7 million move to Lille OSC, ending his one-year spell at Rangers. The 22-year-old Moroccan striker joined the French club after a turbulent final week in Scotland, where he declined to come off the bench during a match against St Mirren, citing a quad issue. Rangers confirmed the transfer in a statement,......
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 Western media habits Recent......
Tebboune dismisses Algerian prime minister amid political uncertainty
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has dismissed Prime Minister Nadir Larbaoui, marking an abrupt leadership change that has fueled speculation about the country’s political stability. The announcement, made on August 28, came shortly after Tebboune’s unexplained 20-day absence from public view. Industry Minister Sifi Ghrieb......
Morocco champions maritime diplomacy with Spain, eyes African integration
Morocco is steadfast in its commitment to resolving maritime border issues with Spain through dialogue and adherence to international law, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita emphasized during a seminar on maritime space delimitation in Rabat. This approach reflects Morocco's broader maritime doctrine, which prioritizes territorial integrity,......
Modernity and the Muslim world: navigating reform, identity, and tradition
Modernity, marked by forces like globalization, secularization, and rationalization, has posed a profound challenge for the Muslim world: whether to resist, adapt, or reinterpret the global order through the lens of Islamic tradition. Over the past two centuries, Muslim scholars, reformers, and philosophers have grappled with these questions,......
Health alert: counterfeit ‘royal honey’ withdrawn after fatality in Morocco
The Moroccan Center for Poison Control and Pharmacovigilance (CAPM) has issued an urgent health warning following the death of a 27-year-old man in Marrakech linked to the use of a product marketed as “royal honey.” Advertised as a natural aphrodisiac supplement, the product allegedly caused severe cardiac complications and kidney......
Morocco uncovers Spicomellus afer: a dinosaur rewriting evolutionary history
A groundbreaking fossil discovery in Morocco has revealed the remains of Spicomellus afer, an extraordinary dinosaur that lived over 165 million years ago during the Middle Jurassic period near present-day Boulemane. This heavily armored herbivore is not only the oldest ankylosaur ever identified but also the first of its kind discovered in......
Morocco's digital leap: e-Dirham aims to modernize finance and boost regional influence
Morocco’s central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), is spearheading the introduction of the e-Dirham, a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) designed to accelerate the nation’s digital transformation. This initiative seeks to enhance financial inclusion, modernize payment systems, and establish Morocco as a leading financial hub in......
Marsa Maroc reports robust growth in first half of 2025
Marsa Maroc, Morocco’s leading port operator, posted remarkable financial and operational results for the first six months of 2025, driven by increased cargo volumes, expanded services, and strategic investments. Revenue and operational performance The company reported a consolidated revenue of MAD 2.842 billion ($315.037 million),......
Vodafone to provide communication services for Morocco-Spain underwater tunnel studies
Vodafone UK has secured a contract to deliver communication services for the team conducting studies on the proposed Morocco-Spain underwater tunnel, a groundbreaking project aiming to connect Europe and Africa through the Strait of Gibraltar. Vodafone’s role in the project The Spanish government awarded Vodafone the contract in mid-August,......