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PoliticsEgyptian Foreign Minister and Lebanese Prime Minister Hold High-Level Talks on Bilateral Ties and Regional Crisis
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty spoke with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam to discuss bilateral ties, regional de-escalation, and Egypt's firm support for Lebanese sovereignty.
PoliticsNobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Exposes Prison Abuse and Tehran's Brutality in New Memoir
Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi discusses her harrowing imprisonment in Iran, severe abuse at Evin prison, and the release of her new memoir detailing state torture.
PoliticsKing’s College London Reinstates Egyptian Student Suspended After Pro-Palestinian Protests
Egyptian student Usama Ghanem is set to return to King’s College London after an 18-month suspension following his participation in pro-Palestinian protests.
PoliticsHuthi Rebels Release Footage Claiming Downed Saudi F-15 Amid Rapid Advance in Yemen
Huthi rebels released video footage claiming to have shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Yemen as the group continues its rapid advance and regional escalation.
PoliticsTrump Faces Mounting Political Setbacks and Eroding Authority on Multiple Fronts
President Donald Trump is facing a wave of political setbacks, including Supreme Court defeats, legislative pushback on foreign policy, and economic friction with the Federal Reserve.
CultureAl-Azhar Issues Strong Condemnation Over Attempted Attack on Mecca, Warning of Global Muslim Outrage
Al-Azhar Al-Sharif has strongly condemned the attempted attack on Mecca, warning that threatening the Holy City compromises the faith of two billion Muslims worldwide.
PoliticsAl-Azhar Issues Severe Warning After Attempted Attack on Mecca, Stating Security Affects Two Billion Muslims
Al-Azhar Al-Sharif has condemned an attempted attack on Mecca, warning that threatening the Holy City impacts the faith and feelings of two billion Muslims worldwide.
CultureLebanon Successfully Returns 37 Stolen Pharaonic Treasures to Egypt After Six-Year Investigation
Lebanon has formally returned 37 stolen ancient Egyptian artifacts to Egypt during a ceremony at the National Museum of Beirut, concluding a multi-year investigation.
CulturePope Leo Warns Middle East Conflicts Strain Jewish-Christian Dialogue
Pope Leo XIV stated that Middle Eastern conflicts are severely testing Jewish-Christian relations while reaffirming the Catholic Church's condemnation of antisemitism and Islamophobia.
Breaking NewsScorching Heatwave Grips Egypt as Temperatures Surge to 46C and Winds Stir Dust
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority warns of a scorching heatwave hitting Egypt on Thursday, with real-feel temperatures reaching up to 46C in South Upper Egypt alongside gusty winds and potential dust storms.
PoliticsEgypt and Saudi Arabia Forge United Front on Regional Security and Economic Ties
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met to strengthen bilateral ties, bolster trade, and address critical regional security challenges including Yemen, Gaza, and Sudan.
CultureEd Sheeran's Tour Faces Crisis as Supporting Acts Quit Following Macklemore's Removal Over Pro-Palestine Remarks
Ed Sheeran's international tour is in turmoil after rapper Macklemore was dropped from US dates over pro-Palestinian remarks, leading all other opening acts to quit in protest.
PoliticsTrump's Criticism of Ukrainian Diesel Strikes Plays Directly Into Moscow's Hands
President Donald Trump's criticism of Ukrainian strikes on Russian diesel refineries has drawn backlash and provided a public relations victory for Moscow as global energy prices fluctuate ahead of the midterms.
MiscellaneousSuper El Niño Reaches Unprecedented Levels and Threatens Global Weather Patterns
An unusually strong El Niño has reached super status, crossing into unprecedented territory and threatening to reshape global weather patterns as it heads toward its winter peak.
PoliticsDecoding Donald Trump's Dismissal of Artificial Intelligence Warnings as a 'Hoax'
President Donald Trump is dismissing apocalyptic warnings about artificial intelligence as a 'hoax,' a rhetorical strategy he frequently uses to sidestep political controversies and avoid regulatory action.
PoliticsOfficial Dismissed and Three Suspects Arrested Following Illegal Tree Felling Incidents in Egypt
Following the unauthorized felling of trees near the Edfina Barrages, a local official in Kafr el-Sheikh was dismissed, while three suspects were arrested in Gharbiya for illegally cutting down a massive tree for profit.
HealthUnearthing the Hidden Health Hazards Behind the Online Trade of Mummified Human Remains
A recent academic study warns of genuine health and biological risks associated with the online trade of mummified human remains across social media and e-commerce platforms.
TechnologyEgypt and Japan Discuss Expanding Bilateral Cooperation to Strengthen Teacher Training and Education
Minister of Education and Technical Education Mohamed Abdel Latif and Japanese Ambassador to Egypt Iwai Fumio met to discuss strengthening educational cooperation and expanding teacher training initiatives.
PoliticsDefense Minister Oversees Key Phase of Strategic Command-Post Exercise
Lieutenant General Ashraf Salem Zaher oversaw the main phase of a strategic command-post exercise conducted by the Third Field Army, praising the participating forces for their high combat readiness.
EconomyEgypt and France Explore Expanded Partnerships to Boost Technical Education and Labor Market Readiness
Egyptian Minister of Education and Technical Education Mohamed Abdel Latif met with French Ambassador to Egypt Eric Chevallier to discuss strengthening cooperation in technical education and aligning student training with global labor market needs.
EconomyPrime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Stresses Urgent Need for Real Estate Market Regulation Law
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with real estate developers and housing officials to discuss a new draft law aimed at regulating the real estate market, protecting stakeholder rights, and resolving stalled ventures.
PoliticsTrump Administration Advances Massive $2.8 Billion Arms Deal with Israel
The Trump administration is preparing a massive $2.8 billion arms deal with Israel, sparking potential controversy in Congress over the supply of heavy munitions.
Breaking NewsEgypt Experiences Unexpected Heatwave with Humid Conditions and Isolated Rainfall on Wednesday
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority forecasts an unexpected temporary rise in temperatures across Egypt on Wednesday, bringing intense heat and humidity alongside a slight chance of isolated rainfall.
EconomyJapan's Centenarian Population Surpasses 100,000 for the First Time in History
Japan has recorded more than 100,000 centenarians for the first time, reflecting remarkable longevity alongside mounting economic pressures from a shrinking workforce.