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9 of Cairo's Balconies that are Bound to Make You look up More
ARTS & CULTURE

This Egyptian Artist Transports Historical Figures into Our Reality With Photography

21 Sep 2018
Habby Khalil tests characters from Egypt's past by placing them in our reality and uses them symbolically to tell this generation's story. [...]
Egypt Receives $300m Loan to Complete Ambitious Rural Sanitation Program
BUZZ

2,000 Ancient Egyptian Artifacts Go on Show in Stunning New Exhibition at UK Museum

22 Sep 2018
The Bolton Museum has customised a new wing for the artifacts, one of which is thought to be the mummy of Rameses the Great's son [...]
Grab Your Lederhosen and Drindl for the Tap's Oktoberfest Celebrations
BUZZ

This Diabetic Egyptian Woman Has Climbed the Highest Mountain in Europe

22 Sep 2018
Ain't no mountain high enough. [...]
Egypt is the Second Wealthiest Country in Africa According to New Report
BUZZ

Egypt Signs Milestone $1 BN Gas Line Agreement with Cyprus

22 Sep 2018
The agreement takes Egypt one step closer to becoming the premier energy hub in the East Mediterranean. [...]
Strike a Perfect Balance of Fun & Pure Pampering at the Picturesque Concorde El Salam in Sharm
ARTS & CULTURE

The Fringes: The Fraying Wonders of Aya Sharkawy's Poetry

19 Sep 2018
Poetry has come to force itself on social media, but this Poet seems to think it's the other way around. [...]
Careem Is Taking Care of Your Transportation Needs at El-Gouna Film Festival
BUZZ

Careem Is Taking Care of Your Transportation Needs at El-Gouna Film Festival

22 Sep 2018
Thank you, Uncle Careem. [...]
Egypt Receives $300m Loan to Complete Ambitious Rural Sanitation Program
BUZZ

Egypt Receives $300m Loan to Complete Ambitious Rural Sanitation Program

22 Sep 2018
The program aims to improve sanitation services for 50 million Egyptians. [...]
Grab Your Lederhosen and Drindl for the Tap's Oktoberfest Celebrations
BUZZ

Grab Your Lederhosen and Drindl for the Tap's Oktoberfest Celebrations

22 Sep 2018
Another festive excuse to grab even more beer than usual. [...]
Egypt is the Second Wealthiest Country in Africa According to New Report
BUZZ

Egypt is the Second Wealthiest Country in Africa According to New Report

21 Sep 2018
Cairo is also one of the wealthiest cities in Africa. [...]
Strike a Perfect Balance of Fun & Pure Pampering at the Picturesque Concorde El Salam in Sharm
LIFESTYLE

Strike a Perfect Balance of Fun & Pure Pampering at the Picturesque Concorde El Salam in Sharm

21 Sep 2018
No one is left lacking in this mini-city of a resort. [...]
Nine Egyptians Jailed for Illegal Organ Trafficking in Egypt
BUZZ

Nine Egyptians Jailed for Illegal Organ Trafficking in Egypt

21 Sep 2018
The conviction are welcome news, but there's more work to be done. [...]
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Hollywood Legend Sylvester Stallone to Attend El Gouna Film Festival

The Hollywood action legend is on his way to Egypt and he has a special award waiting for him. [...]

These Egyptian Ladies were Featured on Forbes Middle East’s Most Influential Women of 2018

Setting a fine example for aspiring generations to come. [...]

Then and Now: Is Egypt's Tattoo Subculture Going Anywhere?

Tattooing has been an art in Egypt since the days of the Pharaohs, yet still remains a subculture within Egyptian society today. [...]

The Fringes: The Fraying Wonders of Aya Sharkawy's Poetry

Poetry has come to force itself on social media, but this Poet seems to think it's the other way around. [...]

Egypt's Marriott Mena House Featured in Time Magazine's World's 100 Greatest Places to Visit of 2018

History, luxury and all things Egyptian, Mena House has it all in spades. [...]

Six British Teens Arrested on Charges of Murder of Egyptian Student Mariam Moustafa

The Moustafa family may soon see justice delivered for their grievous loss. [...]

Egypt is the Fastest Growing Tourist Destination in the World According to the United Nations

And it's only expected to keep growing. [...]

Hollywood Legend Sylvester Stallone to Attend El Gouna Film Festival

The Hollywood action legend is on his way to Egypt and he has a special award waiting for him. [...]

Saudi Women No Longer Have to Wear the Abaya

Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman made the announcement on a Sunday interview with CBS. [...]

Cairo Ranked World's Most Dangerous City for Women

Cairo has been ranked the worst mega city for women in the world in terms of sexual violence, economic opportunities, harmful cultural [...]

5 of the Best Nurseries in Cairo

In Dokki, 6th of October, Heliopolis and New Cairo, these are the city's best nurseries. [...]

Egypt Has Gone From ‘Crisis Zone’ to ‘Investor Haven’ According to Bloomberg Report

According to a report published by Bloomberg, Egypt’s economic situation is finally getting somewhat of an upper-hand in the global economy. [...]

Hollywood Legend Sylvester Stallone to Attend El Gouna Film Festival

The Hollywood action legend is on his way to Egypt and he has a special award waiting for him. [...]

The Fringes: The Fraying Wonders of Aya Sharkawy's Poetry

Poetry has come to force itself on social media, but this Poet seems to think it's the other way around. [...]

Mo Salah to Have Street Named After Him in El Gouna

And it has the Egyptian King's seal of approval. [...]

Egypt is the Second Wealthiest Country in Africa According to New Report

Cairo is also one of the wealthiest cities in Africa. [...]

Careem Is Taking Care of Your Transportation Needs at El-Gouna Film Festival

Thank you, Uncle Careem. [...]

Egypt Receives $300m Loan to Complete Ambitious Rural Sanitation Program

The program aims to improve sanitation services for 50 million Egyptians. [...]

This Diabetic Egyptian Woman Just Conquered the Highest Mountain in Europe

Ain't no mountain high enough. [...]

Egypt Signs Milestone $1 BN Gas Line Agreement with Cyprus

The agreement takes Egypt one step closer to becoming the premier energy hub in the East Mediterranean. [...]

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Hollywood Legend Sylvester Stallone to Attend El Gouna Film Festival

Hollywood Legend Sylvester Stallone to Attend El Gouna Film Festival

18 Sep 2018
The Hollywood action legend is on his way to Egypt and he has a special award waiting for him. [...]
For the Love of Football: Egypt's First Cerebral Palsy Football Team

For the Love of Football: Egypt's First Cerebral Palsy Football Team

16 Sep 2018
Abdullah Essam grew up not knowing about his condition. Now he's helping Cerebral Palsy sufferers find their place. [...]
Quiz: Which Iconic Cairo Bridge Are You?

Quiz: Which Iconic Cairo Bridge Are You?

15 Sep 2018
What? Just because they're inanimate doesn't mean they lack personality. [...]
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9 of Cairo's Balconies that are Bound to Make You look up More

9 of Cairo's Balconies that are Bound to Make You look up More

12 Jan 2018
Photographer Alya Adel has been pointing her camera up towards Cairo's balconies to show how each one has its own story to tell. [...]
Egypt’s Red Sea Coral Reefs are in Serious Danger
BUZZ

Egypt’s Red Sea Coral Reefs are in Serious Danger

20 Sep 2018
The Hurghada Environmental Protection & Conservation Association is attempting to educate and raise awareness on the issue. [...]
Sarcophagus Dating to Ancient Egypt's Late Period Discovered in Aswan
BUZZ

Sarcophagus Dating to Ancient Egypt's Late Period Discovered in Aswan

19 Sep 2018
The collection of tombs and mummies discovered alongside the sarcophagus in Aswan suggest that the area may have been a communal burial site. [...]
Egypt to Receive $31.5 Million Grant to Prevent Erosion of Nile Delta
BUZZ

Egypt to Receive $31.5 Million Grant to Prevent Erosion of Nile Delta

21 Sep 2018
Don't be in denial about it. [...]
Solana's Back to School Brunch Has Got Something For the Whole Family
Eats

Solana's Back to School Brunch Has Got Something For the Whole Family

20 Sep 2018
Egypt's school season is perhaps the best time to go for a nice relaxing brunch. [...]
'Yomeddine' Director A.B. Shawky to Receive Variety Magazine Award at El Gouna Film Festival
BUZZ

'Yomeddine' Director A.B. Shawky to Receive Variety Magazine Award at El Gouna Film Festival

20 Sep 2018
The Egyptian indie hit continues to receive awards and acclaim from all quarters. [...]
Mo Salah to Have Street Named After Him in El Gouna
BUZZ

Mo Salah to Have Street Named After Him in El Gouna

20 Sep 2018
And it has the Egyptian King's seal of approval. [...]
Egyptian Documentary 'Dream Away' to Compete at BFI London Film Festival
ARTS & CULTURE

Egyptian Documentary 'Dream Away' to Compete at BFI London Film Festival

20 Sep 2018
This dreamy piece about desperation is sure to tingle you. [...]
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