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al-monitor.comworld5 days ago
Archaeologists in Egypt uncover artifacts spanning Egyptian, Greek, and Roman eras
A team of archaeologists working in Egypt has found a collection of ancient objects that includes items from multiple historical periods along with a marble head of Aphrodite and a Roman basilica. The discovery also includes a near-complete funerary set.
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newser.comworld8 days ago
Archaeologists Unearth Ancient Artifacts in Egypt
Archaeologists have discovered Pharaonic funerary furniture, remains of a Roman basilica, and a marble head of Aphrodite during excavations in Egypt. The finds include items from multiple historical periods.
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thehindubusinessline.comfinance9 days ago
Israel Cuts Natural Gas Exports to Egypt by 23 Percent for Maintenance
Israel reduced daily natural gas exports to Egypt to 850 million cubic feet, a 23 percent drop, because of scheduled work at two offshore fields. The maintenance is expected to last less than one week.
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dohanews.coworld10 days ago
Egyptian Column Urges Communication Training for Officials
An Egyptian newspaper column argues that communication skills should become a formal requirement for senior government posts. The piece cites research and historical examples to support its position.
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Al Jazeerapolitics11 days ago
Egypt Mediates Between Israel and Hamas as Gaza Ceasefire Faces Collapse
Egypt has invited Hamas negotiators for urgent talks and warned Israel against expanding its control in Gaza. The moves follow recent Israeli attacks and statements that threaten the October 2025 ceasefire.
france24.comworld15 days ago
Sudanese Refugees in Cairo Report Hardships and Plan Mediterranean Crossings
An estimated 1.3 million Sudanese refugees live in Cairo after fleeing civil war that began in April 2023. Many describe facing arrests, housing costs, and informal work without legal status. Some say these conditions have prompted plans to attempt sea crossings to Europe.
thesouthafrican.comscience15 days ago
Egypt resident shares heat coping methods for 40C summers
A writer living in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula describes daily routines used to manage temperatures that regularly reach 40C. The advice covers pacing, hydration, clothing, and limited air conditioning use.
thesouthafrican.comsports16 days ago
Heavyweight Title Fight Held Near Egyptian Pyramids
A professional boxing match for a heavyweight championship took place this weekend with the Giza pyramids serving as the venue backdrop. The event marked one of the oldest structures in the world hosting a modern sporting contest.
yardbarker.comfinance18 days ago
Usyk Defends WBC Heavyweight Title Against Verhoeven at Pyramids of Giza
Oleksandr Usyk will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Rico Verhoeven on Saturday at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. The main card begins at 1 p.m. ET on DAZN.
The Independentworld19 days ago
Study Identifies Structural Features That Helped Great Pyramid Resist Earthquakes
Researchers recorded vibrations at 37 locations inside and around the Great Pyramid of Giza. The measurements showed a frequency difference between the pyramid and surrounding soil that reduced resonance risk.
citizen.co.zaworld21 days ago
Opinion Piece Calls for Revival of Ben-Gurion Canal Project as Suez Alternative
An opinion article published May 20, 2026, argues that Israel should pursue a shipping canal linking Eilat to the Mediterranean near Ashkelon or Ashdod. The piece presents the project as a potential alternative to the Suez Canal and a driver of economic growth.
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thehindu.comscience21 days ago
Egyptian Health Official Receives Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion
The Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion has been given to an Egyptian health official for contributions to disease elimination and public health programs. The award recognizes work on measles, rubella, malaria, trachoma, and hepatitis B control.
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thehindu.comworld24 days ago
Egyptian Teen Amina Orfi Wins PSA World Squash Title
Amina Orfi defeated Nour El-Sherbini in a five-game final to win the 2026 PSA World Championships in Giza. At 18 years and 10 months, Orfi became the youngest women's champion and the first player to hold both junior and senior titles simultaneously.
jpost.comworld25 days ago
Egypt and Uganda Agree to Expand Nile Water and Security Cooperation
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni in Kampala on Wednesday and agreed to deepen cooperation on Nile water management, aquaculture, trade and regional security. The discussions addressed environmental pressures on the Nile Basin and confl…
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jpost.comworld26 days ago
Egypt Restores Two 18th Dynasty Tombs of Amun Temple Door Keepers in Luxor
Egyptian authorities on May 14, 2026, opened the restored tombs of Rabuya and his son Samut in the El-Khokha necropolis on the West Bank of Luxor. The New Kingdom tombs, discovered by chance in 2015, contain detailed scenes of daily life and funerary rituals. Officials also exhib…
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The Guardianpolitics45 days ago
ICE Re-Detains Egyptian Family of Six in Denver for Alleged Court Order Violation
An Egyptian family of six, released from a Texas detention center on Thursday, was taken back into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody due to a court order violation. Their attorney reported they were on a private jet in Denver bound for Egypt at the time. The case h…
winnipegfreepress.comworld46 days ago
Sudanese Writer Idris Babiker Deported from Egypt Despite UNHCR Asylum Documents
Thirteen Sudanese and Egyptian human rights organizations have condemned the forced deportation of Sudanese writer Idris Babiker from Egypt after 50 days in detention. They highlighted harsh conditions including starvation and extortion, despite his UNHCR asylum documents. The gr…
apnews.comworld47 days ago
Archaeologists Unearth Statue Fragment Linked to Ramesses II in Egypt
Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a statue fragment believed to represent Ramesses II, a pharaoh some experts associate with the biblical story of Moses. The find occurred at Tel Faraoun in the eastern Nile Delta. The artifact dates to the New Kingdom era and may connect to…
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Egyptian Developer Talaat Moustafa Unveils $27 Billion Plan for New City Near Cairo
Egyptian property developer Talaat Moustafa has unveiled a major plan to build a new city on the outskirts of Cairo. The project is valued at 1.4 trillion Egyptian pounds, equivalent to $27 billion. The announcement highlights significant investment in urban development in the re…
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