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Genome data sheds light on how Homo sapiens arose in Africa

Our species arose in Africa more than 300,000 years ago, with the oldest-known Homo sapiens fossils discovered at a site in Morocco called Jebel Irhoud

The Hindu

Why this Moroccan mountain town should be your next short break

Just 90 minutes from the crowded souks of Marrakech, the Ouirgane Valley offers adventure and relaxation. Annabel Grossman recommends combining the two on a trip to the High Atlas Mountains

The Independent UK

'Journalists are not terrorists': Tunisian journalists protest 'repressive' laws

In tonight's edition: In Tunisia, journalists protest against anti-terror laws used to jail journalists. Also, gay rights activists in Namibia welcome a ruling recognising foreign same-sex marriages, although such unions are still forbidden in the country. And Morocco celebrates its ancestral sport of "sand hockey", known locally as "mokhacha".

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Genome data sheds light on how Homo sapiens arose in Africa

Our species arose in Africa more than 300,000 years ago, with the oldest-known Homo sapiens fossils discovered at a site in Morocco called Jebel Irhoud, located between Marrakech and the Atlantic coast.

Reuters

TV Tonight: Our highlights for Thursday, May 18

Jane McDonald's Magical Morocco is just one of the gems on TV tonight.

WhatToWatch

Jane McDonald's Magical Morocco: release date, destinations and all we know

Jane McDonald's Magical Morocco — Jane McDonald's final destination is Morocco, where she explores Marrakesh.

WhatToWatch

Watch Over 100 Amateur Dakar Enthusiasts Take Classic ADV Bikes To Morocco

Harry's Garage takes us to Sandraiders 2023, witnessing over 100 vintage enduro bikes ride some classic Paris to Dakar routes from the halcyon days of the 1980s

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Which countries don’t compete in Eurovision? Israel prepares for semi-finals amid mounting protests

Israel are competing in this year’s competition despite large criticism. But which countries aren’t competing this year and never have?

Evening Standard

Morocco declares start of Amazigh year national holiday

Morocco's royal palace said on Wednesday the start of the Amazigh year will be an official paid holiday much to the delight of Amazigh activists who campaigned for decades for the recognition of their calendar.

Reuters

Contacts Intensify over Syria’s Return to Arab League

Jordan kicked off a series of contacts with Arab countries and officials in wake of its hosting of a meeting of regional envoys on Monday to discuss Syria’s return to the Arab League. The meeting was attended by the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iraq and Syria. Soon after…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Female football fan, 29, dies in crush outside ground at Champions League quarter-final

The CAF Champions League showdown between Raja CA and Al-Ahly in Morocco was marred by unsavoury scenes on Saturday as police struggled to control the swell of supporters, with a fan tragically losing their life

Daily Mirror

Saudi Ship Carries Out Largest Evacuation Since Sudan Fighting Broke Out

A Saudi-flagged ship arrived Saturday at the King Faisal Naval Base in Jeddah, carrying the largest number of evacuees since evacuations from Sudan kicked off. The Saudi-flagged ship “Amana” carried 20 Saudi citizens, as well as 1,866 nationals of brotherly and friendly countries from different nationalities, including: Thailand, Australia, Rwanda,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Easyjet plane from Gatwick in emergency landing in Portugal after crew member taken ill

The packed flight heading to Morocco from Gatwick was forced into an emergency landing so First Officer could receive medical aid

Evening Standard

Easyjet flight makes emergency landing as co-pilot issues red alert

The plane, which was due to arrive in Agadir in Morocco at 9.25am local time left London at 6.25am on Friday morning but was diverted mid-flight.

Daily Record

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Packed easyJet plane forced into emergency landing as co-pilot declares red alert

The easyJet Airbus A320 - which was travelling from London Gatwick and due to land in Morocco's Agadir at 9.25am - was forced to touch down in Faro in Portugal after the pilot fell ill

Bristol Post

When is Eid ul Fitr 2023 with moon-sighting forecasts for UK, Saudi Arabia, Morocco

Muslims are now getting the last minute preparations done for Eid ul Fitr

Wales Online

Eid al-Fitr 2023 moon sightings and confirmed dates for Morocco, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, India and UK

Countries across the world have declared dates for Eid but many of them fall on different days

Edinburgh Live

British holidaymaker with heart condition jailed for ten years after buying drink

Oliver Andrews, 29, was accused by police of using counterfeit money while in a club on the final night of his holiday in Morocco. His distraught partner Alanna Cornick is pleading for help.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Kahraba Stars as Ahly Eye African Title After Surviving Scare

Egyptian giants Al Ahly will hope for more goals from Mahmoud Kahraba as they chase a record-extending 11th CAF Champions League title having survived a huge group-stage scare. Ahly host three-time title winners Raja Casablanca this weekend in the most attractive quarter-final pairing, with the return match in Morocco seven…

Liverpool Echo

Eid ul Fitr 2023 dates for moon-sighting in UK, Morocco, Saudi Arabia

In the Islamic calendar, the sighting of the new crescent moon marks the start of the month

Daily Record

Brit jailed for ten years after buying drink in Moroccan club on final night of holiday

Oliver Andrews, 29, was accused by police of using counterfeit money while in a club on the final night of his holiday in Morocco

Daily Mirror

Inside the Moroccan mega hotel with paintball, trampolines, a gym and quad bikes

The Mazagan hotel in north Morocco is set on 250 acres of coastland and is centred around an 18-hole golf course, a stretch of fine sanded beach and an enormous swimming pool

Asharq Al-Awsat

140 Production Leaders Explore NEOM's Ambition to Become Hub for Media Industries

Saudi Arabia’s NEOM recently attracted 140 global leaders from across the TV and film industry to its showcase event. Its truly global offering of stages, production support facilities, talent and crews and highly attractive production incentives were on display, cementing its reputation as a leading production destination and industry hub…

Daily Mirror

British man buys a drink in Moroccan bar - now he's been jailed for 10 years

Oliver Andrew's solicitor, in Morocco, said he had been charged in Marrakech with possessing and distributing counterfeit money within the country, and one count of creating an organised criminal group

Radio France Internationale

Morocco appeals court imposes tougher jail terms in child rape case

Three defendants accused of repeatedly raping an 11-year-old Moroccan girl have been sentenced to between 10 and 20 years behind bars on appeal, after lower sentences awarded in a lower court sparked outrage.

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