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Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

We are not like the rest of the Andalucia': the rugged charms of Almeria, Spain's desert city

Almeria remains an under-visited gem compared to Malaga, retaining its historical charm amidst modern developments.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Greetings from downtown Cairo, where unpretentious cafes are part of centuries-old charm

Wust el-Balad in Cairo is a historic area rich in architecture and culture, offering a glimpse into the past and fostering community connections.
Dining
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

25 African-Inspired Recipes You Need To Add To Your Rotation - Tasting Table

African cuisine offers diverse, flavorful dishes influenced by various cultures across the continent.
#marrakech
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Mysterious Marrakech: why I never tire of Morocco's Red City

Marrakech, known as the Red City, offers a unique aerial perspective of its vibrant landscapes and historical significance.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Mysterious Marrakech: why I never tire of Morocco's Red City

Marrakech, known as the Red City, offers a unique aerial perspective of its vibrant landscapes and historical significance.
#morocco
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
8 months ago

The Best Airbnbs in Morocco Are Never Lacking in Personality

Moroccan Airbnbs feature vibrant designs, local craftsmanship, and relaxing atmospheres, ideal for design-conscious travelers seeking unique experiences.
Madrid food
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

This Spanish City Offers 320 Days of Sun, Tapas Bars, and a Magical Vibe-All Without Breaking the Bank

Granada offers rich history, vibrant culture, stunning scenery, and affordable experiences, making it a captivating destination in Spain's Andalusia region.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
1 week ago

This Algerian-Inspired Rotisserie Chicken Spot Is Coming Home to Roost in Forest Gate

Roost, a rotisserie chicken restaurant, will open in June 2026, focusing on quality, community, and halal sourcing.
fromCN Traveller
1 week ago

Why this North African city's UNESCO status makes it 2026's top destination for bookworms

The holiday read has a long history, and for many of us, the pace of modern life means the only time we really get stuck into the latest novel is while spread out on a sunlounger or sipping coffee in a plaza.
Books
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Disciplinary Reflections for a Planet in Transition and a New Airport Terminal in Casablanca: This Week's Review

New platforms for discussing urban futures highlight decolonization and the climate crisis as central priorities for contemporary architectural practice, reflecting a shift towards more inclusive and adaptive approaches.
Berlin
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago

New Medieval Books: African Landings - Medievalists.net

Egypt was one of the great crossroads of the medieval world, with many travelers journeying there and recording their impressions of the country and its people.
History
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Senegal and Morocco tied by religion and trade but divided by AFCON fallout

CAF's appeals board on Tuesday ruled that Senegal forfeited the final by leaving the field of play without the referee's authorisation, and it awarded Morocco a default 3-0 win. The game was delayed for 14 minutes as most of the Senegalese players and staff returned to their dressing room, while Senegal fans battled stewards behind one of the goals in protest against a controversial penalty call for Morocco after Senegal had a goal ruled out.
France politics
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

The First Pan-African Biennale Establishes a Platform for a Decolonized, African-Led Architectural Future

The inaugural edition is organized around the central theme "Shifting the Center: From Fragility to Resilience," reclaiming African architecture's place as a site of spatial intelligence and cultural memory.
Renovation
Berlin food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Amid ruins, Palestinians struggle to preserve Gaza's historic markets

Israel's military operations have devastated Khan Younis's historic Grain Market, reducing a centuries-old commercial hub to ruins and displacing generations of traders and shoppers.
Music
fromSPIN
3 weeks ago

Tinariwen Goes Back to Basics - SPIN

Tinariwen returns to stripped-back acoustic instrumentation and communal singing on their 10th album Hoggar, marking a reflexive step back after years of high-profile collaborations.
Upper West Side
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

The Earthen Towers of Shibam: A Vertical City in the Yemeni Desert

Skyscrapers emerged in late nineteenth-century America as urban solutions, but vertical building predates modern cities by centuries across various societies.
Travel
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Siwa, Egypt's unknown oasis of salt lakes and wild desert

Siwa Oasis, located 450 miles from Cairo in Egypt's Western Desert, remains an isolated paradise with unique Berber culture, turquoise lakes, and vast sand dunes that have preserved its untouched character for centuries.
#africa-cup-of-nations
LA real estate
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Prominent Pac Heights Mansion to Be Used as Entertaining Space for the Algerian Consulate

A historic Pacific Heights mansion sold for under $10 million to the Algerian government after two years on the market, down from the $15 million asking price.
London food
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

An Irish Goodbye... from Cairo: 'You'd be surprised how often you visit the pyramids when you actually live here'

A creative director from Northern Ireland relocated to Cairo in 2024 after experiencing an immediate emotional connection to the city's unique energy during a visit.
Paris food
fromFrenchly
4 weeks ago

10 Cities Outside France Where You Can Practice Your French - Frenchly

Over 320 million people speak French across five continents, with colonial history establishing French as an official language in many countries, making immersive French learning possible in diverse cities worldwide.
Books
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Southern Morocco Is One of the World's Last Great Unexplored Destinations-Here's How to Visit

Returning to familiar travel destinations enables deeper understanding and appreciation than initial visits, requiring intentional re-exploration to move beyond surface impressions.
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

Sports Campus in Ben Guerir / OUALALOU+CHOI

Conceived as a center for top-level sportsmen and women on a regional scale, this project incorporates a high density of programs and uses, within an arid territory and a loose, poorly defined urban fabric. The architecture is monumental in its design but retains great simplicity in its implementation and in the choice of materials used.
Renovation
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Fashion & style
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

Vintage Arab cassette tapes inspire Sometimes Always' warm identity for Fatouh Harissa

Foutah Harrissa rebranded with a bolder, fiery red wordmark and warm earthy tones while maintaining Tunisian heritage through handcrafted textiles and vintage Arab-inspired geometric framing devices.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I took a last-minute trip to Morocco. Here are 4 items I'm glad I packed, and 3 I wish I had brought.

A last-minute trip to Morocco required strategic packing decisions, with scarves proving essential while bug spray and warm layers were missed necessities.
Miscellaneous
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Intestines of a Building: Aziza Chaouni on Architecture's Systems and Resources

Moroccan architect Aziza Chaouni prioritizes hidden building systems, community engagement, and sustainable design rooted in contextual awareness and technical pragmatism across African regions.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

A Day in the Bazaar: When Architecture Is Observed in Time

Bazaars function as temporal systems where spatial order emerges from repetition, occupation, and shared timing rather than fixed architectural form.
Relationships
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

How We Pulled It Off: A Morocco Wedding in a 14th-century Palace-Turned-Riad

A worldly couple chose Marrakech for a multicultural destination wedding for 100 guests with varied cultural celebrations and immersive local atmosphere.
Philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago

What the 'Louvre of the desert' reveals about the human story | Aeon Videos

Tsodilo Hills preserve over 4,500 rock paintings reflecting complex spiritual, social, and artistic traditions of the San across tens of thousands of years.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Morocco set for derby with Algeria in Wafcon 2026 group

2026 WAFCON group draw sets matchups with Nigeria, Morocco, South Africa, Ghana and others; four semi-finalists will qualify for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
fromA Couple Cooks
2 months ago

This Moroccan Chickpea Stew Is Cozy, Healthy, and Absolutely Delicious

Here's a healthy dinner idea that's so hearty and satisfying, it will please everyone around the table: this Moroccan Chickpea Stew! It's ultra flavorful: the sweet potatoes get tender and creamy, the chickpeas soak up all those gorgeous spices, and everything comes together in one pot. I love serving this stew with quinoa for a tasty plant based dinner that's also gluten free. If you like, a dollop of Greek yogurt: and most definitely a squeeze of lemon to brighten the flavors!
Cooking
Food & drink
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I've traveled all over North America, but there's just one place I'd move to in a heartbeat

Montreal's vibrant nightlife, diverse culinary scene, walkability, and welcoming atmosphere create a deep sense of belonging, though visa and residency rules complicate relocation.
France news
fromThe Good Life France
2 months ago

A day in Montreuil-sur-Mer - The Good Life France

Montreuil-sur-Mer is a picturesque fortified hilltop town near Calais with historic ramparts, rich medieval and military history, and charming streets and monuments.
World news
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

Designs and Installations at the AlUla Arts Festival 2026

AlUla is being restored into an internationally connected cultural hub focusing on heritage preservation, ecological restoration, and creative exchange under Saudi Vision 2030.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Is Morocco ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup? Afcon indicates yes | Jonathan Wilson

More than any other continental tournament, there is always a sense with the Africa Cup of Nations that it is a referendum on the continent's football generally. Perhaps it's because so many of the players are familiar to those who habitually watch the European leagues or the Champions League, but the question is less about individual quality of players that is a given than it is about organisation and structures.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromcooking.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Speedy Approach to Breaking Fast This Ramadan

In accordance with the lunar calendar, Ramadan could start as early as Tuesday this year, which falls well before the switch to daylight saving time on March 8 in the United States. This means that iftar will begin around 5:30 p.m. for most of the country for nearly three weeks, leaving a short window after work to get a comforting, nourishing meal on the table.
Food & drink
Design
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Architecture as Nation-Building: Modernism and Independence in Africa

Mid-20th-century African architecture adapted Modern Movement principles and technologies to local contexts, reflecting designers' efforts during decolonization.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I lived abroad by myself when I was 22. I wish I'd waited until I was older.

Moving abroad at 22 brought growth but intense homesickness, making later-in-life travel feel more aligned with deeper self-discovery.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm an American who's lived in Paris for nearly a decade. These 8 things have surprised me about living in the French capital.

Living in Paris involves long lunches, frequent fresh-baguette purchases, stylish everyday dress, less gym-focused fitness, and a lifestyle that inspired a capsule wardrobe.
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