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CultureBen Stiller and Robert De Niro Return for ‘Focker-In-Law’ With November Theatrical Release
Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro reunite for 'Focker-In-Law', which is set to premiere in North American and Egyptian theaters in late November.
EconomyGaza Strip Gripped by World's Worst Economic Crisis, UN Report Warns
A new UNCTAD report reveals that the Gaza Strip is facing the world's worst economic crisis, with economic output plunging by 80 percent amid widespread destruction and historic unemployment.
CultureEgyptian Megastar Amr Diab Sets New Guinness World Record After Historic 69-Week Chart Reign
Egyptian megastar Amr Diab has earned his second Guinness World Record after spending 69 weeks at number one on the Billboard Arabia Artist 100 chart.
EconomyIranian Airlines Ground All UAE Flights Amid Severe New US Sanctions
Iranian airlines have canceled all flights to the United Arab Emirates and other destinations following the implementation of strict new US sanctions targeting the country's aviation sector.
EconomyEgyptAir Chairman Reveals How Foreign Currency and Operational Costs Shape Ticket Pricing
EgyptAir Chairman Captain Ahmed Adel explains that high foreign currency operational expenses drive ticket pricing, even as the airline returns to profitability and enhances in-flight safety.
CultureManchester Museum Removes Ancient Egyptian Mummy Asru From Display in Ethical Shift
The Manchester Museum has removed the 2,700-year-old mummy Asru from public display and returned her to a sealed coffin to respect ancient burial traditions and ethical standards.
PoliticsThe 2028 Presidential Race is Already Underway as Potential Candidates Position Themselves Early
Potential 2028 presidential contenders from both parties are stepping up their political activities early, laying the groundwork for a new political era beyond Donald Trump's presidency.
CultureGrand Egyptian Museum Rises to Global Prominence with Over 6.5 Million Visitors
The Grand Egyptian Museum has become one of the world's most visited museums after drawing over 6.5 million visitors following its official opening.
PoliticsIran Threatens US and Israel with War Expansion to the Indian Ocean
Yahya Rahim Safavi, military adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, warned that any renewed attacks by the United States and Israel would cause Iran to expand the conflict as far as the Indian Ocean.
CultureEgypt Enforces Strict Media Ban on Funerals to Protect Family Privacy
Minister of Information Diaa Rashwan has banned media coverage and filming of funerals in Egypt to prevent the exploitation of private grief for sensationalism.
CultureBibliotheca Alexandrina Unveils National Identity Charter to Safeguard Egypt's Heritage
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina has launched its National Identity Charter during the closing session of the 'Egyptian Identity' conference, aiming to safeguard national heritage and address modern challenges.
PoliticsEgypt and Norway Explore Deepened Bilateral Ties and Pressing Regional Challenges at UN General Assembly
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with his Norwegian counterpart Espen Barth Eide during the UN General Assembly to discuss strengthening bilateral trade, energy ties, and regional stability.
PoliticsBehind the Pageantry: Why the Donald Trump and Xi Jinping Summit Faces Steep Hurdles
Despite lavish pageantry and high-stakes talks on artificial intelligence and trade, the summit between President Donald Trump and China's leader Xi Jinping is expected to yield limited concrete agreements due to deep-seated rivalries and differing political systems.
Breaking NewsSon of US Ambassador Yechiel Leiter Critically Injured in West Bank Car Ramming
Neria Leiter, the son of Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter, was critically injured in a West Bank ramming attack. The assailant was killed at the scene, while militant groups praised the incident amid ongoing regional tensions.
CultureRising Bat Sightings at Abu Simbel Temple Spark Authorities' Response
A recent surge in bat sightings at the Abu Simbel Temple in Aswan has prompted antiquities authorities to evaluate safe, non-toxic mitigation strategies to protect the historic site.
CultureBat Sightings at Abu Simbel Temple Spark Tourist Concern: Are They Actually a Threat?
Recent bat sightings at the Abu Simbel Temple have concerned tourists, but antiquities officials confirm the animals have caused no damage and are exploring safe, non-toxic methods to deter them.
CultureBats Sighted at Abu Simbel Temple Stir Tourist Concern, but Authorities Confirm No Threat to Ancient Site
Recent sightings of bats at the Abu Simbel Temple have caused concern among tourists, but antiquities officials assure that the animals have caused no damage and are being handled with non-toxic methods.
PoliticsUnlikely Crossroads: How the Wars in Ukraine and Iran Intersect Through Military Alliances
Leaders from Ukraine and Iran are set to address the United Nations General Assembly as their separate conflicts intersect through a shared military alliance with Russia. Despite being geographically distant, both wars share overlapping factors involving drone warfare and strategic partnerships.
PoliticsExperts Say New Greenland Defense Agreement Brings Minor Adjustments Following Months of Tension
A new defense agreement signed by President Donald Trump brings minor modifications to a 1951 treaty, keeping non-NATO nations out and allowing for a modest increase in US military presence in Greenland.
PoliticsIranian President to Spotlight Deadly Minab School Strike in General Assembly Address
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian plans to address the tragic US strike on a Minab elementary school during his General Assembly speech, as investigations and UN reports continue to examine the incident.
PoliticsTigrayan Leaders Declare New War Following Outbreak of Fighting That Shatters Ethiopia Peace Deal
Leaders in the Tigray region of Ethiopia announced a new war against the federal government after fighting broke out, shattering the 2022 Pretoria Agreement.
Breaking NewsEgypt Faces Weather Instability and Rain as Autumn 2026 Begins
Egypt is set to experience weather fluctuations, scattered thunderstorms, and a subsequent drop in temperatures as the autumn season begins.
PoliticsEgyptian and US Foreign Officials Hold High-Level Talks on Strategic Ties and Regional Stability in New York
Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in New York to discuss strengthening strategic bilateral ties and regional issues, including Sudan.
Breaking NewsEgyptian Red Crescent Sends Massive Aid Convoy to Gaza with Over 131,000 Food Baskets
The Egyptian Red Crescent dispatched its 281st aid convoy to the Gaza Strip, delivering over 131,000 food baskets, medical supplies, and essential fuel.