Moroccan police dismantles terror cell Aug 29, 2008
Suicide bombings in Casablanca in 2003 killed 45 people, and about 1,000 suspected Islamic militants are behind bars, either awaiting trial or sentenced on terrorism charges. . (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
The worlds most powerful women Aug 28, 2008
29), director-general of the Casablanca Stock Exchange. Candidates for our list are globally recognized women at the top of their fields: chief executives and their highest-ranked lieutenants, elected officials, nonprofit leaders. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Cilic spoils Mardy’s party Aug 24, 2008
Sure, he won Challenger events in Casablanca, Morocco and Rijeka, Croatia, about a month apart in 2007, but this was no satellite event which he just captured. It was the final tune-up for the U.S. Open against a former top 20 player who owns a win over Roger Federer earlier this year. (New Haven Register, CT)
Morocco:Firing Squads Silent - But Death Hovers Aug 20, 2008
Abderrahim El OualiCasablanca, Morocco ... Kouhlal said the suffering and isolation of the death row inmates was made worse by imprisoning most of them in the central jail of Kenitra, 130 kilometres north of Casablanca. (allAfrica.com)
Restaurateur takes broader approach in catering to customers Aug 10, 2008
Knafo, 43, was born in Morocco and grew up in Spain and France, working at his family's restaurant in Paris and a Casablanca nightclub. He moved to California in 1993 to help his parents open a restaurant in Del Mar. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Weather: Partly cloudy, afternoon storms likely Jul 30, 2008
Melbourne, FL 32940 Last Updated: 07/30/08 08:45:41 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 97% Barometer: 30. (Florida Today)
'Heavy Metal Islam': Muslim youth and a lot of idealism Jul 18, 2008
Eagerly seizing on the stereotype-busting possibilities of "an 18-year-old from Casablanca with spiked hair, or a 20-year-old from Dubai wearing goth makeup," LeVine would like us to see them as the faces of an emerging Muslim world, potentially a much less monochromatic place than the one represented on TV by the usual "Death to America" brigades. "Heavy Metal Islam" turns the notion of irreconcilable differences between Islam and the West on its head, appealing to the universality of youth... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Crown Holdings Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results Jul 17, 2008
"During the quarter we announced the construction of a new beverage can plant on our existing food can manufacturing site in Casablanca, Morocco that is expected to be operational late next year. At the same time, the Company and its licensees also reached a significant milestone relating to sustainability and resource minimization efforts by selling the 150 billionth patented, lightweight SuperEnd(R) beverage can end which since 2001 has saved thousands of tons of aluminum, coatings and... (PR Newswire)
TAR: The BQs vs the world Jul 13, 2008
Later on, while trying to book a flight to Casablanca, they further proved they also knew that Milan was in Italy ... The BQs got a tight connection flight to Casablanca while all the other teams managed to get a later one ... The flight flew off without the BQs on board and we were left wondering whether they would be able to get a flight to Casablanca on time. (iAfrica.com)
Ingrid Bergman Movie Double Jul 6, 2008
Catch one of Ingrid Bergman's earliest Hollywood films, 1942's Casablanca, followed by Indiscreet ... One of Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman's earliest Hollywood films was 1942's Casablanca ... Despite its reputation for so many famous lines, Casablanca's script was written on the hop by a group of screenwriters scrambling to rework scenes before they were due to be filmed. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Newcomer In Early Eurafrican Population? Jul 2, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 2, 2008) A complete mandible of Homo erectus was discovered at the Thomas I quarry in Casablanca by a French-Moroccan team co-led by Jean-Paul Raynal, CNRS senior researcher at the PACEA laboratory (CNRS/Universit; Bordeaux 1/ Ministry of Culture and Communication) ... The Thomas I quarry in Casablanca confirms its role as one of the most important prehistoric sites for understanding the early population of northwest Africa ... Photograph of the fossil human mandible... (Science Daily)
"We'll always have Morocco" - much more than just Rick's Cafe Jun 30, 2008
There's also Rick's Cafe in Casablanca, writes Jude Townend. Morocco is probably best-known to Western travelers for cities like Fez, Casablanca and Marrakech ... Rick's Cafe pianist Issam performs for customers in Casablanca. (Xinhuanet, China)
Drive Morocco Jun 25, 2008
In most main cities such as Tangiers, Casablanca and Marrakech, there is a wide selection of local and international car rental agencies including Hertz, Budget and AVIS. It is wise to shop around before deciding on the best one that will suit your budget and length of trip ... The A3 coastal highway from Casablanca to Rabat, and the A2 from Rabat to Fes are well-paved and easily navigable, but bear in mind that unmarked dirt tracks, teetering donkey carts, speeding motorcyclists and the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Africa: With Nigeria through, Mali looks next to advance Jun 24, 2008
Morocco moved atop Group 8 on Saturday, winning 2-0 over Rwanda on Saturday in Casablanca, leaving both with nine points but the northern Africans ahead on goal difference. Ethiopia kept its hopes alive with a 6-1 rout of Mauritania, giving it six points and staying within three of the group leaders. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
* SOUTH AFRICA 2010: It's too little, too late, as China defeat the Aussies Jun 23, 2008
Morocco exacted revenge for a shock Group 8 away loss to Rwanda last weekend by winning 2-0 in Casablanca through goals from Youssef Safri and Nabil al-Zhar. Senegal stayed on course to win Group 6 by outplaying Liberia 3-1 in Dakar courtesy of goals from Ibrahima Sonko, El-Hadji Diouf and substitute Henri Camara. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
SOCCER | WORLD CUP 2010 QUALIFYING: Nigeria first into final phase of the African qualifiers Jun 23, 2008
He will inherit a Morocco side on top of Group Eight after they ended Rwanda's unbeaten run with a 2-0 home triumph in Casablanca. Morocco lead the east African country on goal difference after a penalty from Youssef Safri and a debut international goal from Nabil El Zhar ensured a measure of revenge after Rwanda beat them 3-1 in Kigali last weekend. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Rwanda/Morocco: D-Day for Amavubi Against Morocco Jun 22, 2008
RWANDA'S Amavubi Stars face a fierce battle away to Morocco tonight in the 2010 World/Africa Cup qualifiers set for Mohammed V stadium in Casablanca. The Amavubi Stars, who are residing at Sheraton hotel in Casablanca, go into today's crucial fixture with a number of options as far the outcome of the game, is concerned ... A win for Rwanda in Casablanca will certainly make them then first team to qualify to the third and final qualifying round for 2010 World/Africa Cup finals. (allAfrica.com)
Islamist prisoners stage hunger strike in Morocco Jun 22, 2008
Many of the hunger strikers, he said, are among the 1,400 people convicted of terrorism charges in the wake of the 2003 terrorist attacks in Casablanca, in which at least a dozen suicide bombers killed more than 40 people in strikes on a hotel, a restaurant and Jewish establishments. The hunger strikers are demanding new trials or immediate release, arguing that their trials were not fair and that any confessions were coerced. (International Herald Tribune)
Two More Ghanaians Busted Jun 20, 2008
The arrest of Ghanaians for possessing narcotic drugs at the famous Mohammed V. Airport in Casablanca, Morocco, is gradually becoming a regular feature as the Police in the Northern African country have made two arrests in just under a month. According to a Ghana Police report available to the Gye Nyame Concord newspaper, on Friday, 23rd May 2008 and 21st May 2008. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rwanda/Morocco: Amavubi Sting Atlas Lions Jun 15, 2008
Rwanda continues her hunt for a 2010 World/Africa Cup spot with a return leg away to Morocco in Casablanca next Sunday. Elsewhere in the region, Uganda Cranes hammered Angola 3-1 in Kampala while Kenya defeated Zimbabwe 2-0 in Nairobi. (allAfrica.com)
Spanish Law Firms Extend Their Reach Jun 14, 2008
Closer to home, Spanish investment in tourist resorts and real estate in Morocco led Garrigues and Cuatrecasas to open offices in Casablanca in 2006 and 2007, respectively. Garrigues now has one Spanish partner and eight Spanish and Moroccan associates in Casablanca, while Cuatrecasas has five Moroccan lawyers there. (Law.com)
Crown to build new Casablanca plant Jun 13, 2008
said Thursday that it will build a new beverage can plant in Casablanca, Morocco. The plant will be on the site of Crown's food can plant, the Philadelphia-based packaging products company (NYSE:CCK) said. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Casablanca, MoroccoTravel Jun 12, 2008
Casablanca may be among the least exotic of Morocco destinations, but there is plenty to see and do in this modern, bustling town ... Located on the northwest Atlantic coast of Morocco, Casablanca or Dar el Beida as it is known in Arabic is Morocco s largest city, boasting a population of more than three million people ... Casablanca is home to North Africa s largest port and is the nation s leading economic center. (Suite101.com)
Morehouse College Just Had Its First White Valedictorian Jun 6, 2008
Hip-hop, for instance, is a dominant cultural force everywhere from Moscow to Casablanca to So Paolo. Whether the influence is positive or not can be debated, but the position of black people at the forefront of global cultural production cannot be denied. (Slate)
Katie Batchelder's Summer Excursion to Morocco Jun 5, 2008
We flew from Denver to New York and from New York to Casablanca. We took a small bus from the airport in Casablanca (after receiving our luggage - what a relief ... While on the plane from New York to Casablanca, I sat next to a gentleman by the name of Adam Kadmir, who taught me a lot about Moroccan life, morals, and their political history with France in particular. (Airforcesports.com)
Moroccan magic Jun 4, 2008
AP photo - Hassan Laabad chooses his tagine in a restaurant of Casablanca in this March 6 photo. Delicious to eat but tricky to master, tagine refers both to the rich stews that are a staple of Moroccan cuisine and the conical, lidded, two-part dishes they are made in. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Exotic tagines: Not just a dish, it's a food, too Jun 4, 2008
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2010 World Cup Qualifying May 29, 2008
At Casablanca, Morocco ... At Casablanca, Morocco. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sports news briefs May 26, 2008
Gilles Simon defeated fifth-seeded Julien Benneteau, 7-5, 6-2, in an all-French clay-court final to clinch his third career title in Casablanca, Morocco. Sweden won the World Team Cup for the fourth time, capturing the doubles to beat Russia, 2-1, in Duesseldorf, Germany. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hamm will miss trials after breaking hand May 25, 2008
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga is doubtful for the French Open after retiring with a knee injury from a Grand Prix Hassan II semifinal at Casablanca, Morocco. The top-seeded Tsonga, an Australian Open finalist, has been troubled by his right knee for the past month. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Living • Uhles: Essential movies May 25, 2008
M (1931): Although better known for his role in Casablanca, Peter Lorre's star turn in this dark European export is stylish and incredibly creepy ... CASABLANCA (1942): Rick. (The Augusta Chronicle)
B Karkaria: Like Rakhi without jhatka May 25, 2008
For less-straitlaced cities, Monsieur Thomas can still borrow the celebrated line from Casablanca, and say, "We'll always have the Folies de Paris.". Two India angles struck me on reading this report. (India Times, India)
* Chan Yung-jan and Bacsinszky advance to Strasbourg semis May 24, 2008
AP, CASABLANCA, MOROCCO ... Simon is the first qualifier to reach the Casablanca semi-finals since Ventura won the title four years ago. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
After 4 years, Granato returns as Avs coach May 23, 2008
Australian Open finalist Jo-Wilfried Tsonga defeated Santiago Ventura 6-3, 6-3, advancing to the semifinals of the Grand Prix Hassan II in Casablanca, Morocco. Top-seeded Elena Dementieva beat American Jill Craybas 6-1, 6-4 in the quarterfinals of the Istanbul Cup. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Gulf projects struggle to develop in North Africa May 23, 2008
The coast off Casablanca, Morocco ... King Mohammed VI of Morocco began a five-year marina project aimed at drawing high-spending tourists to Casablanca two years ago with trumpets blaring. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Aussie finalist Tsonga into semis in Casablanca May 23, 2008
Tsonga reaches semifinals in Casablanca - Tennis - SI.com ... Tsonga into semis in Casablanca ... CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) -- Australian Open finalist Jo-Wilfried Tsonga defeated Santiago Ventura 6-3, 6-3 Thursday to reach the semifinals of the Grand Prix Hassan II.. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Tsonga reaches Casablanca quarterfinals May 22, 2008
Tsonga beats Ouahab in straight sets to reach Casablanca quarterfinals - Wire Services - TENNIS- nbcsports ... Tsonga beats Ouahab in straight sets to reach Casablanca quarterfinals ... CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) -Australian Open finalist Jo-Wilfried Tsonga beat Lamine Ouahab of Algeria 6-3, 6-2 Wednesday to reach the quarterfinals of the Grand Prix Hassan II tournament. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* FEATURE: Moroccan king pulls strings despite calls for democracy May 21, 2008
After suicide bombings in Casablanca killed 45 people in 2003, the threat of Islamist terrorism has contributed to the curtailment of democratic freedoms, with police clashing with demonstrators, newspapers closed and journalists jailed, fined or forced to resign. Morocco has dozens of political prisoners, including Islamists, Western Saharawi separatists, Berber cultural activists and army officers who denounced corruption in their ranks, the Moroccan Association of Human Rights says. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
National Digest May 21, 2008
CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) Australian Open runner-up Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France defeated Albert Montanes of Spain 6-4, 7-6 (10) in the first round of the Grand Prix Hassan II tournament. Two seeded players were beaten in the clay-court tuneup for the French Open: sixth-seeded Chris Guccione of Australia and eighth-seeded Victor Hanescu of Romania. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Morocco DA Urges Jail for Alleged Terror Suspects May 21, 2008
It has jailed hundreds of suspected militants under anti-terror laws passed in 2003 after a string of bombings in Casablanca that killed 45 people. More from. (Time.com)
Report: 11 held in Belgium, Morocco plots May 20, 2008
Suicide bombings in Casablanca in 2003 killed 45 people and hundreds of suspected Islamic militants are behind bars. More from msnbc. (MSNBC -- International)
Roddick withdraws from French Open May 20, 2008
GRAND PRIX HASSAN II: Australian Open runner-up Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France defeated Albert Montanes of Spain 6-4, 7-6 (10) in the first round of the Grand Prix Hassan II tournament in Casablanca, Morocco. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
First class travel under the southwestern sun May 13, 2008
"Hollywood history has stuck around the desert, where celebrities still slip away to gated villas and inns in secluded small neighborhoods, for decades, he adds, and the mystique is still here. While some resorts are punctuated with big box resorts, this desert getaway has managed to preserve a sense of history along quiet streets evocatively lined with lush palm trees.Also on this storyWhen you want to make yourself at home on the range in this chic desert hideaway, the choices... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Rockin' the casbah May 13, 2008
Midsummer revelers heard more than 30 other jazz fusion, rock, reggae, African, Brazilian, Afro-Cuban and hip-hop acts from more than a dozen countries as well as Hoba Hoba Spirit, a crowd-wowing multilingual "Moroc 'n roll!" band from Casablanca performing on nine festival stages scattered in and around Essaouira's walled, maze-like medina. Unlike festivals staged. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Turn that stimulus check from the IRS into FUN May 11, 2008
HKH Hotels in New York - the Casablanca Hotel, the Library Hotel, Hotel Elys e, and Hotel Giraffe - is discounting prices $10-$50 from Memorial Day through Labor Day ... Guests of the Library and the Casablanca will also get a signature totebag ... Visit or call 888-922-7225 (Casablanca), 877-793-7323 (Library), 800-535-9733 (Elys e), or 877-296-0009 (Giraffe). (Boston Globe)
Moroccan Police Arrest Escaped Terrorist May 2, 2008
Chetbi had been sentenced to 20 years in prison for his role in a series of nearly simultaneous suicide bombings in 2003 in downtown Casablanca that killed 45 people, including the 12 bombers. Chetbi's exact role was not clear. (Fox News)
Vacation where the dollar is still strong May 2, 2008
Though the Moroccan dirham has strengthened a bit against the dollar in the past year, in the ancient cities of Casablanca, Fez and Marrakech many cafe meals still cost less than $5. Classic budget hotels in atmospheric narrow streets, such as the Hotel El Muniria in Tangier, where Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac stayed, cost around $30 a night. (AZCentral -- Business)
Gauling tactics Apr 19, 2008
When World War II patriotism in French Morocco upsets a visiting German major in the movie Casablanca , the local police chief throws up his hands. "My dear major," he tells the German officer, "we are trying to cooperate with your government, but we cannot regulate the feelings of our people.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
Former ambassador Wilson endorses Clinton Apr 18, 2008
Roosevelt flew to the Casablanca Conference in Morocco on a Boeing 314 flying boat after officials determined the threat of attack from German U-boats was too great to risk a trans-Atlantic water crossing. Roosevelt s cousin, former President Theodore Roosevelt flew in an aircraft on Oct. 11, 1910, after he was out of office. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
'Extraordinary-rendition' procedure unreliable, says CIA vet who created it Apr 15, 2008
"They [the Canadians] were totally surprised like Captain Renault in Casablanca," he quipped. The allusion referred to a scene in the 1942 film, where a duplicitous French gendarme shuts down an illegal casino operation in Morocco - saying "I'm shocked, shocked to find out that gambling is going on in here!" even as he is handed a big win from the roulette wheel. (Globe and Mail)
Legless Czech man to head for Morocco in sidecar Apr 10, 2008
They will drive via Germany, Italy, France and Spain to Casablanca. They are to cover 200-300km a day and reach Morocco in20 days, HN said. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Nine convicted bombers tunnel out of Moroccan jail Apr 9, 2008
AFP, CASABLANCA, MOROCCO Wednesday, Apr 09, 2008, Page 1. Nine Islamic extremists convicted for the Casablanca bombings that killed 45 people in 2003, including one facing the death sentence, tunneled their way out of a Moroccan prison early on Monday, officials said ... The Casablanca bombings were Moroccos deadliest ever, killing 45 X including 12 suicide bombers X and injuring scores more. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Meet Morocco Apr 9, 2008
MARRAKECH, Morocco ---- Morocco is probably best-known to American travelers for cities like Fez, Casablanca and Marrakech ... In Casablanca, the modern, giant Hassan II mosque looks like it's melting into the sea at sunset ... In addition to Fez, Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakech, it is worth considering visits to Essaouira, for a glimpse of a coastal town with a rich architectural history, and Agadir, where you can start a trip along the coast, eat sumptuous seafood, and perhaps head out to the... (North County Times)
Red-facedJailbreak is a setback to Morocco's anti-terror profile Apr 9, 2008
The men who escaped had been convicted of belonging to terrorist groups that carried out the 2003 Casablanca bombings ... " It was not immediately possible to get confirmation of Prof Darif's account but an interior ministry source told the AFP news agency the prisoners had used a tunnel. Hunger strike Before they fled, the prisoners apparently wrote a heartfelt message proclaiming their innocence on the wall of the prison toilets. Abderahim Mouhtad heads an association that supports Islamic... (BBC News -- Africa)
Casablanca bomb convicts escape Apr 9, 2008
Nine people convicted of involvement with suicide bombings in Casablanca have escaped from a Moroccan prison, officials say. Prison authorities at Kenitra, 40km (25 miles) north of the capital, Rabat, noticed the escape on Monday morning, the justice ministry told state media. (BBC News -- Africa)
9 jailed for terror escape Morocco prison Apr 8, 2008
Escapees linked to 2003 suicide bombings in Casablanca, state agency says ... PARIS - Nine people convicted in cases linked to 2003 terrorist attacks in Casablanca have escaped from prison, Morocco's state news agency reported Monday ... Suicide bombings in Casablanca in May 2003 killed 45 people, including the attackers. (MSNBC -- International)
Morocco bombers in jail break Apr 8, 2008
The 2003 bombings in Casablanca were Morocco's deadliest, killing 45 people [File: GALLO/GETTY. Nine Moroccan men jailed over the bombings in the city of Casablanca that killed at least 45 people in 2003, have escaped from prison, officials say ... They all came from Casablanca. (Aljazeera.Net)
Casablanca bombers tunnel out of jail Apr 8, 2008
Police escort vans containing Islamists as they leave the Rabat criminal court in 2003, after a trial that was part of investigations into the suicide bombings in Casablanca that claimed 45 lives. Nine Islamic extremists convicted over the Casablanca bombings in 2003, including one facing the death sentence, tunnelled their way out of a Moroccan prison early Monday, officials said ... Nine Islamic extremists convicted for the Casablanca bombings that killed 45 people in 2003, including one... (iAfrica.com)
Dramatic variety and culinary splendor in Morocco Apr 3, 2008
MARRAKECH, Morocco - Morocco is probably best-known to American travelers for cities like Fez, Casablanca and Marrakech ... In Casablanca, the modern, giant Hassan II mosque looks like it's melting into the sea at sunset. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Spain holds bomb suspect Apr 3, 2008
Spanish police have detained two men wanted by Moroccan authorities, including one sought in relation to the May 2003 suicide attacks on Casablanca. One of the men is said to be Ali Aarass, wanted over the attacks which killed 45, including 12 bombers. (BBC News -- Europe)
Gad Elmaleh's comedic slights of hand Apr 3, 2008
Growing up in Casablanca, Chaplin's "The Kid" was his inspiration. "So much of what I do comes from that - love of the work, the body, mime." Chaplin, not Keaton, he insists, because Chaplin can be mean. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Morocco, served up with confidence Mar 30, 2008
"I ran to my mother and asked, 'Why are the doors shut?' " he recalled in a recent interview, in French, from Casablanca ... "I don't know any other Arab country where you could make a film like this, about tolerance and living together," said Ismail, from Casablanca, and also speaking in French. (Globe and Mail)
Troubleshooter: One year later, where's my refund? Mar 21, 2008
In 2006, I booked an itinerary for my girlfriend and me from Seattle to Casablanca, Morocco, with a change of planes in London ... When we arrived in England, we found out that our flight to Casablanca had been canceled ... But as I read the contract, the refund would only apply to the unused portion of your flight in other words, from London to Casablanca. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Dietrich films are erotic fantasies with staying power Mar 21, 2008
and RKO during that period, from Casablanca to Out of the Past, reflect the glory of Josef von Sternberg. Special to The Globe and Mail. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Morocco 'Facebook prince' pardon Mar 20, 2008
Fouad Mourtada's lawyer said his client had left the Casablanca jail where he was serving his three-year sentence. He had been arrested at the beginning of February for "usurping the identity of Prince Moulay Rachid". (BBC News -- Africa)
