On both sides of the closed border between Morocco and Algeria, internet users have been fervently debating the origins of various cultural, historical, and heritage elements. Through tweets and edits on collaborative platforms like Wikipedia, unsourced content has long been used as both argument and counterargument. Now, X’s artificial intelligence tool is adding fuel to the fire.
"The Colonial Curse – Relations between the Moroccan State and the Rif” is a book by Belgian-Moroccan journalist Yassin Akouh, dedicated to a region in Morocco known for the historical figure Mohamed ben Abdelkrim el-Khattabi (1882 – 1963). In this work, published by Houtekiet, the 24-year-old Flemish author and activist delves into valuable archives to analyze the impact of the Rif resistance leader on regional history, local identity, and social movements. However, the
Are you expecting a little prince and struggling to find the perfect name ? Don't worry, Yabiladi has got you covered! If you're searching for a short, original name with plenty of character, Kaïs might just be the one for you. This Arabic name, meaning «firmness», is gaining traction in France, even breaking into the Top 100 most popular names. Although Kaïs is quite popular today, its journey to the top wasn't smooth. It first appeared in the 1970s but took some time to
One person died and others were injured in a horrific traffic accident that occurred Monday in Rabat, following a collision between two cars on the Rabat Corniche. Four ambulances arrived at the scene to transport the injured to the hospital for necessary medical care. According to social activist Abdelali Ramy, one of the victims is Mohamed Zarwali, known for being one of the most prominent figures in the field of religious chanting and listening on a national level.
Following a conciliatory interview with Algerian media, Abdelmadjid Tebboune has initiated a resumption of political dialogue with France, as well as a revival of security and migration cooperation. The French and Algerian presidents officially announced on Monday, in a phone call, a renewal of bilateral relations after several months of tension. According to a joint statement, this renewal specifically involves security and migration cooperation. «The importance of judicial
The fall of Granada in 1492 marked the end of Muslim rule in Al-Andalus. By the late 15th century, Spanish and Portuguese expeditions had begun in Latin America, ushering in the era of conquest. As a result, across the Atlantic, local culinary traditions absorbed influences brought by the Andalusians, who had inherited culinary practices from North Africa and the Arab world. This fusion gave rise to specialties that would later make regions such as Peru, Brazil, and beyond renowned.
Marine Le Pen was found guilty of embezzling public funds on Monday, March 31, 2025, in the case of the National Front’s European parliamentary assistants. The court sentenced her to five years of ineligibility, effective immediately, along with four years in prison—two of which will be served under electronic monitoring—and a €100,000 fine. This ruling bars her from running in the 2027 presidential election. Leaving the courthouse in silence, the president of the
The Spanish Civil Guard has arrested 23 individuals belonging to a criminal network led by a drug dealer known as «El Tarta». The group was involved in smuggling large quantities of hashish from Morocco via the Guadalquivir River in Andalusia, using fast boats. The operation, dubbed «Insula», led to the seizure of 452 kilograms of hashish, 22,406 liters of gasoline, and two stolen cars used to transport the drugs, according to Spanish media
Sentenced to life imprisonment in 2010 for leading one of the most dangerous terrorist organizations, Belgian-Moroccan Abdelkader Belliraj had his sentence reduced to 25 years in 2022. He is among 33 inmates convicted in extremism-related cases who received a royal pardon on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr. Belliraj was released from the Oudaya prison in Marrakech. He is one of 33 detainees pardoned for terrorism and extremism-related charges, out of a total of 1,533
The controversy over the actual amount of tax exemptions, customs duty suspensions, and VAT relief granted to sheep and cattle importers continues to escalate. In response to the figure announced by Rachid Talbi Alami (RNI), Nabil Benabdellah insists that the numbers he presented are official and bear the seal of the Akhannouch government.