The Latest Breaking News from Medina

In 2003, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates paid $1.31 million for a home beside his Washington estate; 21 years later, he sold it for $4.85 million, nearly 4 times as much

Bill Gates sold a mid-century modern home in Medina for $4.85 million recently. The house was purchased by him in 2003 for $1.31 million, demonstrating significant appreciation. Located near his main estate, Xanadu 2.0, it attracted a buyer quickly after being listed. The home featured multiple amenities and waterfront access,…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Missile heading towards Medina destroyed, says Saudi Arabia; Houthis deny attack

A missile targeting Saudi Arabia's Medina region was intercepted by the Saudi-led coalition according to their spokesperson. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree refuted this claim, stating no operations were conducted towards Saudi territories. The ongoing conflict has resulted in a series of airstrikes from both the Houthis and coalition forces. Recent…

The Times of India · Oct 15

How to spend a foodie weekend in Marrakech

From hyped restaurants to secret spots you could easily miss, here’s how to spend a delicious few days in Morocco

Evening Standard · Sep 16

DaDa Marrakech: where art, culture and cuisine converge

In the heart of Medina, DaDa Marrakech is a restaurant and art hub offering a multilevel culinary journey in touch with the city's rich past and vibrant future

Wallpaper · Nov 14, 2024

Swap beaches for ancient history in Tunisia, the North African destination with more ruins than Rome

Forget Europe; from the ruins of Carthage to the El Jem amphitheatre, Tunisia’s restoration efforts show off its storied past. Richard Collett takes a deep dive into the country’s fascinating history

The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2023

Spooky Arab tales for Halloween: Tunisia’s hammam maiden

In the Old Medina of Tunis, a spooky tale of a daughter led astray keeps young women out of one particular hammam.

Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2023

Marrakech artisans – who have helped rebuild the Moroccan city before – are among those hit hard in the earthquake's devastation

A powerful earthquake that hit close to the medieval city of Marrakech in Morocco on Sept. 8, 2023, has killed thousands and injured many more. It has also put at risk buildings and monuments of major historic importance, among them the minaret of the Kutubiyya mosque, a 12th-century structure that…

The Conversation · Sep 10, 2023

El Fenn hotel review: An effortlessly cool riad reimagined for the glitterati

Catering to the jet-set and style savvy – but right on the edge of Marrakech’s historic Medina – this interiors-dream hideaway nails both glamour and local charm, says Lucy Thackray

The Independent UK · Feb 3, 2023

10 best hotels in Marrakech, from sprawling luxury resorts to design-led riads

From grand luxury resorts to boutique riads, we have rounded up the very best hotels in Marrakech for booking your next trip

The Independent UK · May 3, 2022