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Morocco's Amazigh speakers fear indigenous language fading

When Hassna Amzil's parents speak their original language of Amazigh, she struggles to follow as part of a generation whose families moved from Morocco's mountains to its Arabic-speaking major cities and now regret their lost roots.

Reuters

Proud Moroccans Hail World Cup Team but Rue Defeat Felt in Africa and Arab World

Moroccans slumped with disappointment on Wednesday after their team's semi-final defeat to France, but were still pumped with pride for a World Cup run that spurred tears of joy across Africa and the Arab world. As France's second goal went in, the deafening noise of Morocco's overwhelming support inside Qatar's…

Asharq Al-Awsat

'We will be remembered as legends' Morocco fans in Cardiff brimming with pride despite World Cup semi final loss to France

Casablanca Moroccan & Lebanese Cuisine restaurant in Cardiff was packed with supporters cheering on Morocco

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How the Arab world celebrated Morocco’s win

Morocco’s historic 1-0 victory over Portugal sparks celebrations from Casablanca to Baghdad.

Al Jazeera

Moroccan Fans Scramble for World Cup Flights

Moroccans scrambled on Friday to get seats on the seven additional flights that state carrier Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has announced to help soccer fans get to Qatar for the World Cup quarter final against Portugal. Morocco, the last African country left in the tournament and the first Arab country…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Passengers flee plane after pregnant woman pretends to be giving birth

A Pegasus Airlines flight from Casablanca, Morocco, to Istanbul had did an emergency landing at Barcelona airport when 27 people, believed to be migrants, fled

Daily Mirror

How we met: ‘We shared a hug – and I didn’t want to let go’

Their eyes met in a Casablanca bar – and when pianist Giuseppe, 43, invited Eve, 46, to sing on stage, a new duo was born. They plan to marry next spring

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Watching Casablanca on its 80th anniversary, we remain in awe of its simplicity – and profound depth

In November 1942, a romantic drama directed by a Hungarian immigrant and starring an ex-naval officer and an obscure Swedish actress was released. The film began shooting without a finished script.

The Conversation

Most misquoted movie lines - from Walt Disney classics to Hollywood blockbusters

But the phrase Ilsa Lund delivers to Sam in Casablanca as she mourns her lost romance with Humphrey Bogart’s Rick Blaine has emerged as one of the most misquoted in film

Daily Mirror

Saudi Arabia, Morocco Seek to Increase Trade Volume to $5 Bn

Saudi Minister of Commerce Majid al-Qasabi has stressed the need for business owners to draw up a clear roadmap for economic relations between Saudi Arabia and Morocco, revealing joint opportunities in Africa and Europe. Qasabi was speaking at the Saudi-Moroccan Economic Forum and Business Council held in Casablanca, with the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Father of Moroccan Student Lauds Saudi Crown Prince's Efforts in Releasing his Son

Moroccan student Brahim Saadoun, who had been detained in Ukraine, arrived in Casablanca from Saudi Arabia after he was released following a mediation led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Dozens of media outlets were at Mohammed V International Airport to cover Saadoun's arrival, while his father, Taher, was eagerly…

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Morocco Bus Crash Leaves Scores of Victims

A bus crash east of Morocco's economic capital Casablanca on Wednesday left 23 people dead, a health official said, marking one of the deadliest such accidents in recent years. The bus overturned on a bend of a motorway in Khouribga province in the morning, local authorities said, giving an initial…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Drought Tightens Its Grip on Morocco

Mohamed gave up farming because of successive droughts that have hit his previously fertile but isolated village in Morocco and because he just couldn't bear it any longer. "To see villagers rush to public fountains in the morning or to a neighbor to get water makes you want to cry,"…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Zambia beat Nigeria to claim third place at Cup of Nations

Zambia beat Nigeria 1-0 on Friday night at the Stade Mohamed V in Casablanca to claim third place at the 2022 women's Africa Cup of Nations.

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The Independent UK

Casablanca city guide: Where to stay, eat, drink and shop in Morocco’s screen-star city

It’s best known as a Hollywood golden oldie but how does the real-life set square up to its Moroccan city rivals? For Dom Tulett, Casablanca is hugely underrated

Radio France Internationale

Zambia face South Africa at Cup of Nations in hunt for more than bragging rights

Desiree Ellis already boasts an impressive list of firsts such as the only coach to steer South Africa to back-to-back appearances at the World Cup. And on Monday night in Casablanca she can notch up another one if she becomes the first South Africa coach to lead the women's team…

Radio France Internationale

Zambia and Senegal fight for history at the women's Africa Cup of Nations

Zambia and Senegal enter unchartered territory on Wednesday night when they clash in the quarter-finals of the women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca.

The Guardian - UK

Casablanca to Clifford the Big Red Dog: the seven best films to watch on TV this week

After 80s years, Michael Curtiz’s wartime drama with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman remains unbeatable. Plus: Jack Whitehall stars in live-action remake of a children’s book about a beloved big hound

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Daily Record

Lanarkshire college signs partnership agreement with Casablanca Chamber of Commerce to expand its global reach

Chance to expand "collaborative opportunities" in North Africa after penning Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

The Independent UK

Friend of Moroccan condemned to death with Britons says sentence is ‘inhuman’

Saaudun Brahim, a 21-year-old originally from Casablanca, Morocco, was sentenced to death in a Russia proxy court.

The Conversation

African Champions League at a crossroads after bitter Wydad vs Ahly final

The biggest news from the conclusion of the Caf African Champions League final at the Stade Mohammed V stadium in Casablanca, Morocco was that it did not end in a farce. Morocco’s Wydad AC won the trophy by beating Egypt’s Al Ahly 2-0 and depriving them of being crowned champions…

Radio France Internationale

Mali nonuplets: one year old and already a happy handful

The birth of Mali’s nonuplets – nine babies born at the same time – was such an unusual event that some believed it was a hoax. But as they marked their first birthday this week they're all in good health and the family hopes to head back home to Timbuktu…

The Guardian - UK

Casablanca Beats review – Morocco’s vibrant school of hip-hop

Nabil Ayouch’s grittily authentic tale of a rapper turned teacher helping his students find their creative voices is a class act

The Guardian - UK

From a rap school in Morocco to a TikTok tutorial: a complete guide to this week’s entertainment

Whether you fancy some Casablanca Beats or a deep-dish pizza, our critics have your plans for the next seven days

Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden Picks Career Diplomat Michael Ratney as Envoy to Saudi Arabia

President Joe Biden intends to nominate career diplomat Michael Ratney to be US ambassador to Saudi Arabia, the White House said on Friday. Ratney previously served as the charge d'affaires at the US Embassy in Jerusalem and the US special envoy for Syria. Ratney, whose official biography says he speaks…

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