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Barcelona to host the 2026 World Architecture Congress

Barcelona will become the global center of architecture in 2026 by hosting the World Architecture Congress, titled Becoming, architectures for a planet in transition. The event, organized by the International Union of Architects (UIA), will take place from June 28 to July 2 in the Catalan capital, attracting......

World Expo 2025 Opens in Japan Amid Turbulent Times

The World Expo 2025 officially opened in Osaka, Japan, offering a vibrant platform for 160 nations and regions to display their innovations in technology, cuisine, and culture. Amidst a backdrop of global conflict and economic uncertainty, Japan aims to inspire unity and hope through this grand international......

Morocco’s Pavilion at Paris Book Festival 2025 Unveiled by Bensaid

On the evening of Thursday, the Moroccan Pavilion at the 2025 Paris Book Festival, a prominent guest of honor at the event, was officially inaugurated by Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, the Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication. The festival, held at the Grand Palais in Paris, will run until April 13. The......

Financial Support for 29 Film Festivals in Morocco

The Film Festivals Support Committee, which convened on March 3 and 4 in Rabat, has selected 29 festivals and events to receive financial assistance totaling 6,770,000 MAD. The committee reviewed 31 funding requests and met with festival organizers who presented their projects. Among the recipients,......

Morocco: the "best" gateway to Africa

The Kingdom of Morocco is regarded as the "best" entry point to Africa, as highlighted by the Ambassador of El Salvador to Rabat, Ignacio de Cossío, during a ceremony in Tangier on Friday evening. Speaking at the opening of the "El Salvador: Beauty in Colors" exhibition, de......

Anticipation builds for Eid Al Fitr as crescent moon sighting approaches

As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, countries around the globe are gearing up for the sighting of the crescent moon, an event that will signal the start of Shawwal and the celebration of Eid Al Fitr. This year, predictions from Moroccan astronomers indicate that Morocco is likely to observe......

King Mohammed VI supports the first official mosque in Turin with 8 million euros

Turin is set to welcome its first officially recognized mosque, a modern architectural project featuring a 20-meter minaret. This development comes despite the cancellation of a similar initiative in Milan to avoid controversy. The mosque will be built in the heart of the "Aurora" district......

Jonathan Anderson departs Loewe amid fashion industry reshuffling

Designer Jonathan Anderson has left his role at the Spanish fashion house Loewe, marking a significant change in the global fashion scene. This departure is part of a broader restructuring following a wave of resignations and departures in major fashion brands. The fashion industry is navigating challenging......

Moroccan film 'Hounds' triumphs at FrancoFilm Festival in Rome

The Moroccan film Hounds (Les Meutes), directed by Kamal Lazraq, won the prestigious Grand Jury Prize at the 15th FrancoFilm Festival in Rome. The event, which concluded on Friday, saw a gathering of diplomats, artists, and cinema lovers. This award marks a significant achievement for Lazraq, whose......

Celebrate the spirit of Ramadan at Marly Boutique Hotel

This Ramadan, Marly Boutique Hotel transforms into a haven of spirituality and gastronomy, offering a unique dining experience in an atmosphere of warmth and togetherness. For its inaugural edition, the Art Deco boutique hotel presents two exclusive dining options: a gourmet buffet at Maison M brasserie......

Unesco Rejects Literary Café Project on Cuesta de Moyano

The UNESCO advisory body, the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), has advised against the installation of a literary café on Madrid's Cuesta de Moyano, a key cultural initiative of the Madrid City Council. While the city government believes the café could help preserve......

Astrological forecasts indicate Ramadan 2025 will begin on March 2 in Morocco

Moroccan authorities are preparing to observe the crescent moon on Friday, which will determine the start of Ramadan. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has instructed its religious committees to look for the moon on February 28. If the moon is seen, Ramadan will begin on Saturday; otherwise, it will begin......

The 2025 Dublin International Film Festival Pays Tribute to Moroccan Cinema

The 2025 Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) celebrated Moroccan cinema this year as part of its "Country in Focus" program, highlighting the richness and dynamism of the Moroccan film industry. A high-level Moroccan delegation, led by Mr. Abdelaziz El Bouzdaini, Secretary General of......