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Prince Moulay Rachid: A life of service and dedication to Morocco

His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid celebrates his 55th birthday this Friday, an occasion marked by the Moroccan people and the Royal Family with heartfelt admiration and joy. The milestone provides an opportunity to reflect on the Prince's exceptional contributions to Morocco’s cultural,......

Child labor in Morocco: A persistent challenge despite progress

Child labor remains a pressing issue in Morocco, particularly affecting rural communities, despite a gradual decline in recent years. According to a report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), based on the 2024 National Employment Survey, approximately 101,000 children aged 7 to 17 are engaged......

Palestinian chef honored for resilience as Gaza faces humanitarian crisis

Palestinian chef and food blogger Hamada Shaqoura has been awarded the 2025 James Beard Broadcast Media Emerging Voice Award for his innovative cooking videos filmed amidst the ruins of Gaza. The recognition comes as the region continues to endure a devastating siege marked by starvation and violence. Cooking......

Morocco strengthens ties with southern US through new Miami consulate

Morocco officially opened a new consulate general in Miami on Monday, expanding its diplomatic presence to better serve Moroccan communities across nearly 20 southern US states. The inauguration ceremony brought together American officials, local leaders, and members of the Moroccan diaspora, marking......

Death threats and social media backlash engulf Spanish influencer after Lamine Yamal link rumors

Fati Vazquez, a 30-year-old Spanish influencer with a significant online following, has become the target of widespread criticism and death threats after being linked to Lamine Yamal, a 17-year-old rising star in Barcelona’s football team. The controversy erupted when photos surfaced showing both......

Moroccan children demand action on education, health, and equality

Children across Morocco gathered in Rabat to demand stronger protection of their rights and actionable policies addressing their needs. The event, organized by the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) with UNICEF Morocco’s support, marked the culmination of a year-long national dialogue. Voices......

Protests erupt in Barcelona and Mallorca against over-tourism, housing crisis

Thousands gathered in Barcelona and Mallorca on Sunday to voice their discontent with over-tourism and its impact on housing affordability and cultural identity. The demonstrations, organized under the SET alliance (Southern Europe against Overtourism), highlighted growing frustration in popular tourist......

Immigration raids shake Los Angeles: businesses suffer, families live in fear

An intensified wave of immigration raids in Los Angeles is disrupting businesses and upending the lives of migrant families. The crackdown, targeting immigrant workers regardless of their legal status, is drawing stark parallels to the economic and social paralysis last seen during the Covid-19 pandemic. Economic......

Kenya faces renewed protests amid police killing and budget reforms

As the Kenyan government unveils its latest budget, fresh protests have erupted following the death of a young teacher, reigniting tensions over police brutality in the country. The budget, designed to avoid the public outrage that sparked last year’s mass demonstrations over proposed tax hikes,......

Morocco introduces dual-direction radar system to curb speeding

Morocco is set to implement a new automated radar system capable of detecting speeding in both traffic directions, marking a significant step forward in road safety enforcement. Enhanced radar technology The National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) announced that the system will go into effect on June 16......

UNHCR calls for urgent action as refugee crisis escalates in Chad

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has issued a dire warning about a growing humanitarian crisis in eastern Chad, where over a million refugees from Sudan’s Darfur region have sought sanctuary following intensified violence in the ongoing Sudanese civil war. Refugees fleeing......

NARSA targets driving schools over unfair practices and deceptive advertising

The National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) has denounced unethical practices within some driving schools, citing misleading advertisements and undervalued training fees as threats to the integrity of Morocco’s driving education sector. The agency has vowed to take strict legal and administrative action......

Global fertility rates in steep decline, UN warns of unmet family goals

A new report from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) reveals an unprecedented global decline in fertility rates, driven by economic pressures, lack of time, and societal constraints. The study highlights a growing gap between people's desire to have children and their ability to do so, signaling......