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Scientific records document 5 species of whales in Egypt’s Red Sea
Egypt inaugurates 15th of May shelter for stray dogs – here’s everything you need to know
Egypt to construct new solar power plant in Aswan’s Benban Complex for US$127 million
Cool, rainy weather expected for Egypt on Tuesday
Germany to recruit Egyptian workers across 8 sectors
Egypt needs 10,000 Magdi Yacoubs and double the healthcare budget, Sisi says
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Irrigation Minister: Government to support Italian-Egyptian water technology schools
Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Hani Sewilam said on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the ministry would provide all necessary support…
Local Development Minister reviews Greater Cairo Air Pollution project
Local Development and Environment Minister Manal Awad discussed on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, with a World Bank delegation, led by…
Egypt, China discuss establishing Egyptian-Chinese hospital
Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel Ghaffar held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, talks with Zheng Zhe, Deputy Minister…
Egypt inaugurates 15th of May shelter for stray dogs – here’s everything you need to know
In response to the prevalence of stray dogs on across Egypt’s streets, the Cairo Governorate has officially announced new measures…
Egypt to construct new solar power plant in Aswan’s Benban Complex for US$127 million
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the German development finance institution DEG announced a joint financing package…
Cool, rainy weather expected for Egypt on Tuesday
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) expects a noticeable drop in temperatures across the country on Tuesday. The weather will be…
Germany to recruit Egyptian workers across 8 sectors
Germany is turning to Egyptian talent to meet labor market needs in several vital sectors—a move that could open new…
Egypt needs 10,000 Magdi Yacoubs and double the healthcare budget, Sisi says
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said that his greatest dream is for Egypt to have 10,000 doctors with the same…
Egypt, India discuss boosting strategic partnership in innovative financing, startups
Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom discussed on Sunday, November 8, 2026, with Indian Ambassador to Cairo Suresh…
Egypt wins gold award for top cultural tourism destination
Egypt won the gold award in the 25th edition of the British magazine Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards in the category…
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The world is waging a “Third World War” through Artificial Intelligence – what role can Egypt play?
Despite government ban, tree-felling persists across Egypt
Heal the victim, heal the world – how Sri Sri Ravi Shankar reclaims lives in war zones, prisons, and rural communities
Who is Gadi Eizenkot, the man challenging Netanyahu?
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Why Trump can’t let Hegseth go … yet
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France blames Iran for ‘unprecedented’ supermarket fridge cyberattack
Trump says ‘great dislike of Israel’ contributed to Republican midterm losses
US and Iran are quietly negotiating as Middle East remains on edge. Here’s what to know
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November 6, 2026
Bomb threats disrupt European airports: 25 flights diverted in a single day
European airports experienced widespread disruption on Thursday, after at least 25 flights were diverted or forced to make emergency landings…
November 3, 2026
Egypt-Sudan sign agreement to defend water security
Egypt and Sudan affirmed their total rejection of any unilateral actions in the Eastern Nile Basin. They agreed that the…
November 3, 2026
Houthis announce attacks on Dammam and Jazan airports
The Houthi group announced on Monday that it had targeted Dammam Airport in Saudi Arabia with two drones, as part…
November 2, 2026
Cobra sightings on the rise in Egypt’s residential areas
Cobra sightings have been on the rise in Egypt’s residential areas, sparking panic amongst citizens. The Head of the Central…
November 2, 2026
Prices for fixed-line internet packages in Egypt following the doubling of the base package
Interest in fixed-line internet packages in Egypt have risen following the implementation of a decision by the National Telecom Regulatory…
October 30, 2026
19 countries welcome Egyptian passport holders without prior visas
Egyptian passport holders can travel to dozens of global destinations without securing a visa prior to departure, though entry conditions,…
October 29, 2026
Egyptian MP calls for death penalty for rape and end of reduced sentences for “honor killings”
Egyptian Parliament Member Fatma Adel, representing the Justice Party, introduced a landmark draft bill aimed at overhauling key provisions of…
October 28, 2026
Egypt investigates after mentally ill citizen crosses border into Israel
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry said that national authorities are looking into media reports on Tuesday concerning an Egyptian national who…
October 27, 2026
New archaeological discovery in Saqqara unveils 4,000-year-old secrets
Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy on Monday inspected the work of the archaeological mission from the Czech…
October 27, 2026
Orascom launches free smart assistant for visitors to the Pyramids
Orascom Pyramids Entertainment—the company responsible for developing, managing, and operating tourism and leisure services at Giza Pyramids Plateau—has launched a…
October 27, 2026
Egypt parliament approves authorizing president to send troops to Saudi Arabia
The Egyptian House of Representatives voted—by a two-thirds majority—to authorize the Egyptian President to send troops to Saudi Arabia. The…
October 26, 2026
Bodies of 2 judo player children handed over to families for burial
The bodies of Lujain Abdel-Aziz Saber and Rafif Mohamed Abdel-Moneim, two young athletes participating in the National Project for Talent…
October 23, 2026
Mo Salah achieves milestone for Trabzonspor unattained in 13 years in European competitions
Egyptian international Mohamed Salah maintained his fine form for Trabzonspor, converting a penalty against Scottish side Hearts in the UEFA…
October 23, 2026
CBE Governor explains reasons for Egyptian pound’s historic drop against US dollar
Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) Governor Hassan Abdalla reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to a flexible exchange rate policy in his…
October 23, 2026
From approval to abstention: How Egyptian parties stand on Saudi military mandate
The House of Representatives held two important sessions on Sunday and Monday of this week regarding the request from President…
October 23, 2026
Why did the Netherlands close its embassy in Cairo?
The Dutch Embassy in Cairo announced on Thursday, the closure of its building to the public until further notice, in…
October 22, 2026
US warns of potential attacks and travel disruptions across 12 Middle Eastern countries
In a rare move, Washington has issued a high-level security warning for US citizens across 12 Middle Eastern nations, citing…
October 21, 2026
Who will be Egypt’s next president?
No one can easily predict who will govern Egypt—no matter how clear the warning signs or preliminary conditions may seem.…
October 19, 2026
Egypt turns to Winter Time on Friday, clocks go back 60 minutes
Winter operating hours for retail shops, malls, and restaurants have already begun, even though the official winter time (standard time)…
October 18, 2026
Grand Egyptian Museum ticket prices to increase starting November 1
Ticket prices for the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will increase starting Sunday, November 1. This adjustment applies to all visitor…
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