El Colacho: Spain’s peculiar baby-jumping festival explained
Spain is no stranger to bizarre festivals, but few rival the sheer strangeness of El Colacho, a centuries-old tradition celebrated in the small town of Castrillo de Murcia, near Burgos. This unusual festival, held annually in June to coincide with the Catholic feast of Corpus Christi, involves men dressed as devils leaping over babies lying......
Orlando Pirates appoint Abdeslam Ouaddou as new head coach
South African football club Orlando Pirates has confirmed the appointment of former Moroccan international Abdeslam Ouaddou as their new head coach. The announcement was made on Monday, with the 46-year-old set to arrive in Johannesburg before the weekend to finalize a one-year contract and lead pre-season preparations starting June 27. Ouaddou,......
Spain secures NATO exemption from 5% defence spending target
Spain has reached an agreement with NATO to opt out of a proposed defence spending goal that would require member nations to allocate 5% of their GDP to defence. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the deal on Sunday, just days ahead of the NATO summit in The Hague. A compromise on defence spending Under the agreement, Spain will......
Mawazine 2025: Rabat gears up for a night of global rhythms
This Tuesday, June 24, Rabat will become the epicenter of global music as Mawazine 2025 brings together diverse sounds and cultures. From Latin beats to K-pop sensations and Oriental melodies, tonight’s lineup promises a dynamic and unforgettable musical experience. Evening highlights 17:30 – Luis Salazar (Latin fusion) at Chellah......
Qatar condemns Iranian missile strike on US airbase, summons ambassador
Qatar has condemned a missile strike launched by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard targeting the Al Udeid Air Base, a key US military facility located in Qatar. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attack as a flagrant violation of its sovereignty, airspace, and international law, including the United Nations Charter. The incident......
Morocco highlights economic leadership at US-Africa Business Summit in Angola
Karim Zidane, Morocco's Investment Minister, is representing King Mohammed VI at the 17th US-Africa Business Summit, which commenced in Luanda, Angola. The event brings together over 1,500 participants, including African heads of state, ministers, economic leaders, and private sector representatives, to foster strategic partnerships between......
Morocco and Mauritania strengthen archival collaboration with landmark agreement
Morocco and Mauritania have formalized a significant partnership in archival preservation through a newly signed cooperation agreement. The accord, signed at the Moroccan Archives Foundation headquarters in Rabat, establishes a framework for bilateral efforts in collecting, processing, and enhancing public archives, particularly those tied......
Israel claims victory in Gaza amidst continued devastation
The Israeli military announced on Sunday that it had recovered the bodies of three Israeli hostages—Ofra Keidar, Yonatan Samerani, and soldier Shay Levinson. The three had been held in Gaza since October 7, 2023, and their deaths were confirmed prior to the recovery. The announcement comes amid ongoing violence in the besieged Palestinian......
Morocco denounces missile attack on Qatar, affirms solidarity
Morocco has strongly condemned the recent missile attack that breached the sovereignty and airspace of the State of Qatar, describing it as a blatant violation of international law and regional stability. This act of aggression, Morocco asserted, threatens the safety of civilians and undermines efforts to maintain peace in the Gulf region. In......
Qatar halts air traffic amid rising regional tensions
Qatar has temporarily suspended all air traffic within its airspace as a precautionary measure to safeguard the safety of citizens, residents, and visitors. The decision comes in response to escalating security concerns across the Middle East, driven by growing instability in the region. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that......
Iran escalates retaliation after US strikes on nuclear sites
Iran has launched a fierce counteroffensive following recent US airstrikes on its nuclear facilities, intensifying an already volatile situation in the Middle East. The US military targeted three critical sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—dealing a heavy blow to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Former President Donald Trump......
Morocco’s universities struggle to rise in global rankings amid regional competition
Morocco has achieved a modest presence in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, with two universities making it to the list published by the British firm Quacquarelli Symonds. The rankings highlight the country’s challenges in competing on both regional and global levels. Out of 1,501 institutions ranked across 106 countries, Morocco......
Trump's Iran strikes spark division among his allies
The recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, ordered by President Donald Trump, have triggered sharp divisions among his closest allies, exposing a rift within the Republican Party on America’s foreign policy stance. While some back the decision, citing national security concerns, others have criticized it as a departure from......
Six refreshing escapes from the summer heat in Barcelona and Catalonia
As summer intensifies in Spain, particularly in Catalonia and Barcelona, residents and visitors alike are seeking cooler havens to escape the relentless heat. Beyond beaches and pools, these destinations offer refreshing alternatives in the mountains and green spaces of the region. Vall de Boí: a cool retreat in the Pyrenees Nestled......
Moroccan designers redefine tradition at Révélations 2025 in Casablanca
The 36th edition of “Révélations,” held on June 20 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Casablanca, celebrated Moroccan fashion under the theme “Made in Morocco.” Organized by Collège LaSalle Morocco, the event highlighted the fusion of cultural heritage and innovation, offering a platform for emerging......