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Moroccan scholar receives global recognition for advancing Malcolm X’s legacy

Hisham Aidi, a Moroccan scholar and Columbia University professor, has been honored with the prestigious Vanguard Award for his three decades of work in preserving and promoting the legacy of Malcolm X. Honoring a lifetime of dedication The award was presented on May 19 by Ilyasah Shabazz, Malcolm......

Brian Wilson, the troubled genius behind The Beach Boys' iconic sound, dies at 82

Brian Wilson, the creative force behind The Beach Boys and one of pop music's most influential figures, has died at the age of 82. Renowned for his groundbreaking compositions and technical innovation, Wilson’s work defined an era and reshaped the boundaries of popular music. A prodigious......

Mourning a musical icon: Mohcine Jamal's legacy endures

The Moroccan music scene is in mourning following the death of Mohcine Jamal, a cherished figure in the country’s artistic heritage. He passed away today after a lengthy illness, as confirmed by his daughter, marking a poignant end to an era of traditional Moroccan music. Jamal's artistic......

Siel 2025: Celebrating culture and literary legacy in rabat

The international book and publishing fair (siel) in rabat has kicked off, gathering influential figures to discuss the evolving cultural and literary landscapes of morocco and beyond. This year’s event features over 775 exhibitors from 51 countries, showcasing more than 100,000 titles, making......

Remembering Mario Vargas Llosa: A Literary Titan of Latin America

Mario Vargas Llosa, the acclaimed Nobel Laureate and prominent figure in Latin American literature, passed away on Sunday in Lima at the age of 89. His son, Alvaro Vargas Llosa, announced that the esteemed author died peacefully at home, surrounded by family. For over fifty years, Vargas Llosa shaped......

Val Kilmer: Hollywood icon leaves a lasting legacy

Val Kilmer, a prominent figure in cinema during the 1980s and 1990s, has passed away at the age of 65 in Los Angeles. His death, attributed to pneumonia, was confirmed by his daughter, Mercedes. Kilmer was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014, a battle that he managed to overcome, although the subsequent......

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......

French court mandates removal of controversial colonial-era place name in Biarritz

A landmark court ruling has ordered the coastal city of Biarritz to eliminate the name "La Negresse" from its historic district, marking a significant shift in France's ongoing reconciliation with its colonial past. The Bordeaux administrative court of appeal delivered its verdict on Thursday,......

Remembering Naima Lamcharki: A Tribute to a Moroccan Media Icon

A poignant homage to a legend of Moroccan audiovisual arts The closing ceremony of "Les Impériales Week 2025" was marked by a deeply emotional moment as a tribute was paid to Naima Lamcharki, a towering figure in Morocco’s artistic and communication landscape. Her monumental contributions......