Morocco
Moroccan Officer Praised for Ticketing Own Son in Traffic Stop
On Facebook, a police officer has attracted the sympathy of Moroccan internet users after fining his own son in Essaouira.
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Torrential Rains Destroy Recently Built Road in Morocco, Sparking Corruption Concerns
The recent torrential rains that hit the Drâa-Tafilalet region have not only caused considerable material damage, but have also highlighted serious flaws in the construction of certain road infrastructures.
Morocco
Fog Disrupts Flights at Morocco's Tétouan Airport, Forcing Diversions
Disruptions were recorded on Sunday at Tétouan’s Saniat Rmel International Airport where several flights were unable to land due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Morocco
Tourists Decry Unsanitary Beaches and Traffic Chaos in Moroccan Resort Town Martil
Tourists who visited the town of Martil this summer claim to have had a bad vacation due to unsanitary conditions on the beaches, poor quality of tourist services and traffic jams.
Morocco
Infant in Critical Condition After Family's Egg-Related Food Poisoning in Tangier
A family of three people was rushed to the Mohammed V Hospital in Tangier following a food poisoning incident. They had just consumed spoiled eggs.
Morocco
Violent Assault in Marrakech Hammam Leaves Wife Hospitalized, Husband Under Investigation
An investigation was opened on Sunday, August 25 by the Marrakech police, following a violent assault in a hammam.
Morocco
Morocco Grapples with Diesel Car Dilemma as Global Markets Shift
While in Europe, most car manufacturers have withdrawn diesel cars from the market, Morocco continues to produce and market them. How to achieve a balance between economic imperatives and the preservation of the environment and health?
Morocco
Mysterious Horse Deaths in Morocco Spark Poisoning Investigation
Five horses were found dead in Settat under rather strange circumstances. Two people were also taken to the hospital in critical condition. An investigation is underway to determine if it is a case of poisoning.
Morocco
Marrakech Police Crackdown: 93 Arrested, 23 Vehicles Seized in Traffic Safety Operation
The Marrakech police prefecture carried out extensive security operations over the past weekend to combat dangerous driving on the road and violations of the Highway Code. In total, 93 people were arrested and 23 vehicles seized. Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) are said to have been particularly targeted.
Morocco
Morocco Approves Controversial Import of 2 Million Tons of European Waste
The decision of the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development to authorize the import of more than two million tons of household waste and rubber tires from European countries, including Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom and Sweden, is not well received by environmental organizations in Morocco.
Morocco
Moroccan Dirham Strengthens Against Dollar, Slips Versus Euro in Latest Week
The Moroccan dirham appreciated by 0.73% against the US dollar and depreciated by 0.23% against the euro during the week of August 15 to 21, 2024, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM).
Morocco
Moroccan Pop Star Manal Benchlikha Reveals Pregnancy on Social Media
Moroccan singer, Manal Benchlikha , has finally confirmed the rumors that have been circulating for several weeks: she is pregnant!