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Oujda inaugurates new social and health infrastructures

In Oujda, a series of projects aimed at enhancing social and health infrastructures were inaugurated on Thursday, coinciding with the commemoration of the 22nd anniversary of the Royal Initiative for the development of the Oriental region. These initiatives complement ongoing efforts to bolster social......

Madrid grapples with tuk-tuk taxi surge amid local concerns

The increasing presence of tuk-tuks—motorized rickshaw-style taxis—has sparked a wave of discontent among residents in Madrid, as local associations urge the city council to implement regulatory measures. Tuk-tuks, particularly favored in Asia, are now facing criticism in the Spanish capital......

Rachida Chellal recognized for empowering women in New York

Rachida Chellal, the president of the Moroccan American House Association (MAHA), was honored on Wednesday in New York by the Society of Foreign Consuls (SOFC) for her commitment to women's empowerment within the greater New York metropolitan area. Founded in 1925, the SOFC represents the consular......

Morocco to host global conference on eliminating child labor

Morocco has been chosen to host the 6th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labor in 2026, marking a significant milestone as it becomes the first Arab nation to welcome this international event. The decision was made unanimously by the Governing Body of the International Labour Organization......

Argentina intensifies penalties against Ultra violence

In response to recent violent clashes, the Argentine government has announced stricter penalties for football Ultras responsible for acts of violence. A proposed anti-Ultra bill was introduced on March 12, 2025, by Security Minister Patricia Bullrich, following unprecedented confrontations between police......

Viral 'lazy cake' recipe stirs controversy in Morocco

A recent social media trend featuring a 'lazy cake' recipe has ignited unexpected controversy in Morocco, highlighting the intersection of culinary delight and cultural sensitivities. The dish, created by Kuwaiti chef Ahmed al-Zamel, combines store-bought chocolate cake with chocolate milk, whipped......

Unfinished Progress: The State of Female Empowerment in Morocco

In 2022, Morocco ranked 136th out of 146 countries in the Global Gender Gap Ranking, a stark reminder of the challenges facing female empowerment in the nation. This ranking reflects a blend of systemic issues that hinder women's progress, despite significant strides made over the years. In a poignant......

Morocco champions human rights approach for women's equality

Morocco's commitment to women's rights took center stage at a recent conference in Panama, marking the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. The event, organized by the Women Journalists Foundation in collaboration with Panama’s Foreign Ministry, showcased......

UN chief urges global action against rising anti-Muslim bigotry

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has voiced deep concern over the increasing wave of anti-Muslim discrimination, urging governments to safeguard religious freedoms and calling on digital platforms to address hate speech. Guterres made these remarks on March 15, during the International......

Qatar Charity supports 34,400 flood victims in Morocco’s Tata region

In September 2024, southeastern Morocco faced catastrophic flooding, resulting in the loss of 18 lives and leaving four individuals unaccounted for. This disaster was compounded by a subsequent incident in which floodwaters claimed an additional 10 lives when a bus was swept away. Doha-based Qatar Charity......

Tetouan police arrest four suspects and seize 17,505 drug pills

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, police in Tetouan, Morocco, apprehended four suspects on Tuesday evening, seizing a staggering 17,505 drug pills during the operation. This enforcement action was executed in collaboration with the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST),......

Abdellatif Hammouchi honors the legacy of Mohammed V on 66th anniversary of his passing

On March 11, 2025, Abdellatif Hammouchi, the Director of the General Directorate of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, visited the Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat to pay tribute to the memory of the Father of the Nation, the late King Mohammed V, marking the 66th anniversary of his death. Despite......

Outrage in Kenitra: Teen uncle confesses to raping and murdering five-year-old niece

A disturbing crime has sent shockwaves through the Moroccan city of Kenitra, where a 16-year-old boy has confessed to the rape and murder of his five-year-old niece. The heinous act occurred on Monday in the suburban area of Sidi Taibi while the girl's mother attended Taraweeh prayers. The victim,......