Salwan Momika, notorious for his provocative acts of desecrating and burning the Quran in Sweden, was fatally shot in his apartment building on the outskirts of Stockholm on Wednesday evening. Authorities have detained five individuals in connection with the murder investigation. Reports suggest that Momika was broadcasting live on social media shortly before the incident. The 38-year-old, an Iraqi refugee from a Christian background and a self-proclaimed atheist, was scheduled to face trial
Moroccan international footballer Hakim Ziyech has officially parted ways with Galatasaray. The Turkish club announced the termination of their contract with Ziyech on Wednesday via social media. The club shared a photo of the winger with the caption: «Thank you Hakim Ziyech for your efforts and contributions to Galatasaray! Good luck on your new adventure!» Ziyech initially joined Galatasaray at the start of last season on loan from Chelsea, with the Turkish club securing
In Germany, the Christian Democratic Union and the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) have crossed a longstanding boundary by aligning their votes in the Bundestag to support a non-binding motion aimed at tightening migration policy. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment, as the motion concerning asylum conditions was narrowly approved on Wednesday with a margin of just three votes: 348 in favor, 345 against, and 10 abstentions. The proposed legislation advocates for the immediate
Torrential rains swept through Tangier on the night of Wednesday, January 29, leading to severe flooding in multiple streets and neighborhoods, particularly in Bourbiaat and Bendiban. Videos shared to social media vividly capture the extent of the floods, showing torrents sweeping away residents' belongings in affected areas, including parts of the city center. The General Directorate of Meteorology has issued a warning, forecasting locally strong thunderstorms with rainfall amounts
Morocco has set a new record by importing 35,000 tons of shelled almonds from the United States in the first 11 months of 2024, according to data from Eastfruit. This import volume, valued at $174.5 million, marks an 18% increase compared to the previous year. The rise in Morocco's imports of US shelled almonds has been consistent since 2017, with the exception of 2022. The growth trend resumed in 2023, and the import volume in 2024 was noted to be «38 times higher than that of
The future grand mosque in Metz, France, slated for completion by late 2025, is stirring controversy due to its funding sources. The Union of Secular Families of Moselle (UFAL 57) disclosed on Tuesday a significant donation of one million euros made in 2023 by King Mohammed VI of Morocco, raising concerns about «foreign interference». The mosque project, with an estimated cost of 15.7 million euros, had previously secured a 490,000-euro grant from the city of Metz in July 2023.
The Egyptian dessert franchise B.Laban has created quite a buzz in Casablanca with the opening of its first Moroccan branch. Located in the bustling Maarif neighborhood, the shop has become a magnet for dessert enthusiasts eager to sample its creamy dairy concoctions. However, this honeymoon was shortlived, as the shop closed its doors on Wednesday, just one week after its opening. In fact, the popularity of B.Laban in Maarif has sparked criticism from local residents and businesses due
Rangers FC is on the verge of appointing Moroccan Issame Charai as the first assistant manager to Philippe Clement, the club's coach, according to recent reports. The 42-year-old is reportedly set to ink a three-and-a-half-year deal with the Scottish club in Glasgow later today. Charai has already attended one of Rangers' training sessions, gearing up for a crucial Europa League clash against Saint-Gilloise on Thursday. Charai boasts an extensive managerial background. His previous roles
Two university researchers in Marrakech have explored the specific factors and obstacles contributing to school dropout across 75 Moroccan provinces. Their study identifies polygamous family structures, which remain prevalent in certain regions, as one of the factors associated with higher dropout rates.
In a tragic incident on Moulay Rachid Street in Tangier, two women, one of whom was pregnant, lost their lives in a traffic accident yesterday evening. Local sources report that a car, traveling at an excessive speed, struck the women as they were crossing the pedestrian crosswalk. Despite the swift response of civil protection personnel and the victims' immediate transfer to the hospital, both succumbed to their severe injuries. These sources also highlighted that fatal accidents have become
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