Environment

Endangered Species: Egypt’s African Sacred Ibis

Endangered Species: Egypt’s African Sacred Ibis

The ibis has a special place in ancient Egyptian history, as it was once associated with Thoth, an ancient Egyptian…
Pesticide ‘pseudo-black market’ fueled by disconnect with agricultural authorities

Pesticide ‘pseudo-black market’ fueled by disconnect with agricultural authorities

Each year, Egypt’s Agriculture and Land Reclamation Ministry modifies and publishes a list of pesticides that are banned from agricultural…
Last chance to save Kyoto deal at climate talks in Durban

Last chance to save Kyoto deal at climate talks in Durban

Kyoto, which was adopted in 1997 and entered into force in 2005, commits most developed states to binding emissions targets.…
Helwan watches the stars

Helwan watches the stars

The National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG) located in Helwan is a hidden gem for many young Egyptian…
Environment on the electoral agenda

Environment on the electoral agenda

Egypt is currently gripped by campaign frenzy as candidates prepare for the upcoming parliamentary elections. Not only is there a…
A dramatic rescue attempt saved animals in Mohamed Mahmoud Street pet store

A dramatic rescue attempt saved animals in Mohamed Mahmoud Street pet store

Left unattended since Saturday morning, dozens of animals inside an unfortunately located downtown pet store were rescued Wednesday evening when…
Large quantities of tear gas destructive to environment

Large quantities of tear gas destructive to environment

Since Saturday morning, when violent clashes first erupted in Tahrir Square, large quantities of tear gas have been used against…
Endangered Species: Egypt’s dugong

Endangered Species: Egypt’s dugong

The survival of the elusive, blubbery sea-trawler known as the dugong is hanging in delicate balance amid ever-increasing development, tourism…
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