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Egypt government announces relocation of Ras al-Hekma residents to Shams al-Hekma

Egypt Independent · July 27, 2025

The Egyptian Cabinet’s spokesperson Mohamed al-Homsany said that work on Shams al-Hekma, the alternative area for Ras al-Hekma residents, is now nearing completion. During a phone interview with Al-Hayat TV channel, Homsany indicated that many...

Egyptian Aid Convoy Crosses into Gaza as Famine, Destruction Mount

MENAFN · July 27, 2025

(MENAFN) Several Egyptian relief trucks crossed into Gaza via the Rafah border crossing early Sunday, transporting critical supplies such as food and infrastructure materials, according to Egyptian media reports. Video footage aired by a news...

4,000-year-old handprint found on ancient Egyptian tomb

KTVZ - Oregon · July 29, 2025

(CNN) — A 4,000-year-old handprint has been discovered on a clay model used for offerings in an Ancient Egyptian tomb. Researchers from Cambridge University’s Fitzwilliam Museum, in the United Kingdom, stumbled upon the imprint while preparing for...

Singing live feels like coming home—art runs deep in my blood: Diana Haddad

Daily News Egypt · August 2, 2025

Diana Haddad is one of the Arab world’s most beloved voices—a star who blends musical elegance with mass appeal. She affectionately known by fans as The Princess of Arabic Song, returned to Morocco to a heroine’s welcome at the Mawazine Festival,...

Indian Ambassador To Egypt Hosts U-17 Squash Team For Junior Worlds In Cairo

MENAFN · July 29, 2025

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, July 29 (IANS) Indian Ambassador to Egypt Suresh Reddy hosted India's U-17 Squash Team representing India at the World Junior Squash Championships. The Ambassador also congratulated Anahat Singh for her historic bronze in...

53% of Egyptian SMEs Adopt Digital Payments

Fintech News Middle East · July 29, 2025

Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Middle East News once a month in your Inbox Visa has released a new report titled Value of Acceptance: Understanding the Digital Payment Landscape in Egypt, which outlines the growing momentum for digital...

TV’s best (and worst) historical epics: from Wolf Hall to I, Claudius

The Guardian · July 29, 2025

Inflate thy balloons and unsheathe thy Party Rings, for here is Chief of War (Apple TV+) to remind us of the joy of the scowling historical epic. Here too, almost, is Battle of Hastings belter King & Conqueror (BBC, August). And Spartacus: House...

Are Iran and Egypt relations on the cusp of a 'seismic shift'?

Responsible Statecraft - Washington D.C. · July 29, 2025

In the heart of old Cairo last month, one of the Middle East’s longest-running rifts was being publicly laid to rest. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, flanked by Egyptian officials, walked through Cairo’s historic Khan el-Khalili bazaar,...

Mystery markings in ancient Egyptian mine may be 'message written by Moses himself'

GB News · July 29, 2025

A series of ancient markings in Egyptian mines may contain a message from Moses himself. Researcher Michael Bar-Ron has proposed that inscriptions dating back 3,800 years include a Hebrew phrase meaning: "This is from Moses". The markings were...

Mexico spot named one of the best places to visit ASAP

AZ Central - Arizona ·

Travel + Leisure recommends Baja California as an up-and-coming travel destination. The peninsula offers diverse landscapes, from beaches and mountains to deserts and vineyards. Baja California is easily accessible with short flights from US...

Here's Our First Look at TV Series "Ma Tarah Les Kama Yabdo"

Sada Elbalad · July 29, 2025

Tue 29 Jul 2025 | 09:46 AM The first look at the star-studded TV series “Ma Tarah Les Kama Yabdo” has been unveiled. The drama consists of 35 episodes, each divided into seven stories that are presented in 5 episodes and highlight different...

Patrick Fung opens day two of Arise Leadership Summit with call to grace, mentorship, and intergenerational growth

Christian Daily International ·

Rev. Dr. Patrick Fung, former General Director of OMF and Chair of Arise Asia, delivers a morning devotional at the Arise Leadership Summit, emphasizing, “We are to commend God’s work to another generation so that they also will serve God.”...

Samsung, DDB Egypt feature Man City’s Marmoush, rapper Wegz in latest campaign

Campaign Middle East · July 29, 2025

For the latest Samsung campaign titled ‘Samsung Galaxy A Series… How Smart?!’ rolled out in July 2025, DDB Egypt has brought together two icons from the footballing and music industries to highlight the various forms of ‘intelligence’ – both in...

Aid trucks resume flow from Egypt to Gaza via Rafah crossing for 3rd consecutive day

Yeni Safak ·

Humanitarian aid trucks resumed their movement from Egypt toward the Gaza Strip, marking the third consecutive day of aid deliveries, Egyptian media said Tuesday. Trucks began crossing into Gaza through the Egyptian-controlled side of the Rafah...

Vicat reports stable sales as US business slows down in first half of 2025

Global Cement ·

France: Vicat’s sales remained stable at €1.89bn on a like-for-like basis in the first half of 2025. This was attributed to negative currency exchange effects in Brazil, Egypt and Türkiye, and a slowdown in activity in the US. Earnings before...

The 33 Best Overstock Deals from Amazon’s Outlet Include Cooling Bedding, Pretty Rugs, and Comfy Fashion Picks

Better Homes & Gardens ·

Store lore has it that there are better days of the week to shop than others—and that’s not lore; it’s actually true. While Wednesdays and Fridays are typically when brick and mortar stores get in new shipments (though it varies by retailer, of...

Egypt, France Presidents Push for Gaza Ceasefire

MENAFN · July 27, 2025

(MENAFN) On Saturday, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi engaged in a critical phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss ongoing mediation efforts aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the Egyptian...

UK’s best and worst air travel routes: AirHelp

Travel Daily Media · July 29, 2025

More than 1.1 million passengers departing from the UK were eligible for compensation Manchester International Airport to Cairo International Airport most disrupted route. As the UK heads into its busiest air travel season, AirHelp, the travel...

How long until the Fortnite live event? Countdown and what to expect during the tentacle fight

The Mirror · August 2, 2025

The clock is ticking down to the Fortnite live event – here's exactly when it starts and what to expect ( Image: Epic Games) Fortnite players are currently being treated to a wealth of content in the game, with a steady flow of live events serving...

Kazakhstan Reports 16 Million Air, Rail Travelers in First Half of 2025

The Astana Times · July 29, 2025

ASTANA – More than 16 million people used Kazakhstan’s rail and air transport in the first half of 2025, the Civil Aviation Committee reported on July 28. Railways transported 9.5 million passengers, while air travel accounted for 7.2 million....