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The earliest direct English translation of the Quran was done to argue against Islam

In the 1730s, the first English translation of the Quran was published in England. The work, hailed by French Enlightenment writer Voltaire and purchased by America’s third President Thomas Jefferson, was conducted by George Sale, an English Orientalist and practicing solicitor. Sale’s book was very unique, as it was the first direct English translation of the Quran from Arabic. The Englishman who mastered the Arabic language, without traveling to a Muslim country, was able to

Morocco leads North Africa as a terrorism-free nation in 2024

The Australian research institute, Economics and Peace, released its annual Global Terrorism Index 2025 report, which evaluates the impact of terrorist attacks in 163 countries based on incidents, deaths, injuries, and material losses. The index classified Morocco as a «no impact» country, meaning it faces no terrorist threats, with a score of 0. This confirms that no terrorist incidents or impacts were recorded in Morocco during 2024, maintaining its status as a nation free from

Moroccan government issues licenses for hot air balloon public transport

The Minister of Transport and Logistics has granted SKY BALLOONS, based in Marrakech, and Mery Ballooning, located in Rehamna province, licenses to operate non-scheduled public passenger air transport services using hot air balloons. The decision, published in Official Gazette No. 7382 on February 27, outlines several conditions. The license remains valid as long as the companies meet the necessary requirements, particularly the issuance of the technical operating certificate. It is

A tourist’s guide to experiencing Morocco during Ramadan

Morocco is a year-round destination for tourists, boasting beautiful beaches, iconic medinas, and stunning landscapes. However, visiting Morocco during Ramadan offers a unique cultural experience. The holy month brings changes in habits, altered schedules, and a distinct atmosphere, making it a fascinating time to visit. Yabiladi has put together some tips for non-Muslim tourists visiting Morocco during Ramadan, offering guidance on what to expect, what to avoid, and where to go to make the

Abdullah Quilliam, England’s first Muslim convert and his trip to Tangier

William Henry Quilliam is known as the first Englishman to renounce Christianity for Islam. Following a trip to Morocco, the Liverpool-native converted to Islam, changing his name to Abdullah. It all started in the late 1880s when Quilliam was advised to travel overseas by his doctors. While in Gibraltar, 31-year-old Quilliam decided to visit the Moroccan city of Tangier. «After I had arrived in Gibraltar, I boarded a ship to Tangier to see the lands of Morocco», he said in a

History : When El Khattabi allegedly refused Allal El Fassi’s offer to replace Mohammed V

What if Allal El Fassi indeed offered Mohamed El Khattabi to become a king of Morocco ? This is at least what Moroccan historian Zaki Moubarak said in his memoirs published by the daily newspaper, Al Massae. The author of this account is also specialized in the National Liberation Army and the Rif War. The Moroccan historian had already stated in previous occasions that «he owns a series of documents on the National Liberation Army» resistant Abdellah Senhadji had given him in

When Moroccan merchant Abu al-Barakat Yusuf al-Barbari converted the Maldives to Islam

The 12th century was a turning point in the history of the Maldives, the islands that left Buddhism for Islam. This conversion makes reference to a Moroccan merchant known as Abu al-Barakat Yusuf al-Barbari. The North African trader is believed to be the man who converted the Maldivian king Dhovimi Kalaminja and the islands to Islam. This account was first brought by Moroccan traveler and scholar Ibn Battuta after his nine-month stay in the formerly Buddhist

Top 5 nostalgic Moroccan ads that bring back childhood memories

Ramadan has long been a month of creativity for Moroccan TV broadcasters. It is also a month that marks our childhood, with many fun, entertaining, and sometimes funny ads it features. Here is a list of five iconic ads from Moroccan television—creative, funny, and most of all nostalgic. Moroccan Quais and Leila When it comes to classic original ads from Moroccan television, Palmolive’s Moroccan Quais and Leila are unforgettable. In this black-and-white ad, the story of Layla and

On March 3, 1961, King Hassan II was officially enthroned

On Friday, March 3, Moroccans mark the 56th anniversary of King Hassan II's ascension to the throne—an event that was celebrated with great pomp for nearly 37 years. Just six days earlier, on February 26, 1961, Crown Prince Moulay Hassan delivered somber news to the nation: King Mohammed V had passed away in Rabat following what was meant to be a minor surgical procedure. The circumstances of this operation have been the subject of various historical accounts, often shaped by the