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Suffering sleep disorders during Ramadan? Here’s how to sleep better
Tenth edition of ‘Hal Helalak’ program launches on February 28
MP demands suspension of Ramez Galal’s prank show
Temperatures to drop across Egypt on Wednesday, growing very cold at night
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Information Minister calls for banning mobile phones in Egyptian schools
The Egyptian House of Representatives’ Communications Committee held its fourth hearing on Tuesday to discuss a draft law to protect…
Al-Azhar condemns setting fire to Palestinian mosque by Israeli settlers
Al-Azhar condemned in the strongest terms the torching of a Palestinian mosque in Tell village, southwest of Nablus, by Israeli…
Intelligence Chief meets high-level South Sudanese delegation
Head of the General Intelligence Service Hassan Rashad met with a high-level South Sudanese delegation led by Tutkew Gatluak, security…
Egypt, Tunisia explore closer parl’t cooperation
Egypt’s Ambassador to Tunisia Bassem Hassan met with President of Tunisia’s National Council of Regions and Districts Imed Derbali to…
Temperatures to drop across Egypt on Wednesday, growing very cold at night
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a continued drop in temperatures, with Wednesday expected to be cold to very cold…
Egypt and Saudi Arabia cement strategic alliance during high-stakes Ramadan summit
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman bin…
Transport min. inspects Kom Abu Radi railway workshops in Beni Suef
Minister of Transport Kamel al-Wazir inspected on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the main railway workshops in Kom Abu Radi, Beni…
Military Production Ministry, AASTMT boost AI, training partnership
Minister of State for Military Production Salah Soliman Gamblat emphasized on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, his ministry’s keenness on promoting…
Egypt, 14 countries condemn Israel’s WB decisions
CAIRO, Feb 23 (MENA) – The foreign ministers of Egypt, France, Denmark, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Jordan, Luxembourg, Palestine, Portugal, Qatar,…
PM launches “Abwab al-Kheir” initiative to distribute 3 million food boxes during Ramadan
CAIRO, Feb 24 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly on Tuesday launched the presidential initiative “Abwab al-Kheir” (Doors of Goodness)…
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Turkey restores hope to millions through rebuilding thousands of earthquake damaged homes
Global gold prices retreat from historic peaks amid natural market correction
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Australian leader evacuated from residence following bomb threat linked to opponents of group banned in China
Louvre museum director resigns in wake of ‘heist of the century’
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US offers diplomatic services in West Bank settlement for first time. Critics warn it’s ‘normalizing annexation’
Trump said Iran’s nuclear program was ‘obliterated.’ So why is he looking to strike again?
Trump confronts his 3 main options on Iran — from diplomacy to trying to topple a regime
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February 25, 2026
MP demands suspension of Ramez Galal’s prank show
Egyptian MP Mahmoud al-Menoufy submitted a request to the Prime Minister, the Minister of State for Information, and the Chairman…
February 19, 2026
“A real threat to our national security”: Egypt issues stern warning over ongoing Sudan war
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty warned that the situation in Sudan represents a grave threat to international peace and security,…
February 16, 2026
Here are the bank working hours for Ramadan 2026
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) announced the official working hours for the banking sector during Ramadan 2026, as part…
February 15, 2026
The Arab world’s own Epstein
The scandal involving American billionaire Jeffrey Epstein involved more than sex trafficking and the exploitation of minors – it revealed…
February 13, 2026
10 hospital staff face criminal trial over 75 cases of vision loss in Egypt
The Public Prosecution has ordered the referral of ten doctors, officials, and staff members from the 6th of October Health…
February 13, 2026
Cairo Metro extends operating hours for Ramadan 2026
The Ministry of Transport has extended operating hours for the Cairo Metro starting Thursday, February 19 aiming to accommodate the…
February 5, 2026
Egypt and Turkey sign military agreement in Cairo
Egypt and Turkey signed a military cooperation agreement on Wednesday in Cairo, in the presence of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah…
February 2, 2026
Egypt officially bans Roblox
Egypt’s Supreme Council for Media Regulation decided to block the game Roblox, in coordination with the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority…
February 1, 2026
Egyptian MP proposes to exempt expats over customs regulations for mobile phones
Egyptian MP Amal Abdel Hamid submitted a parliamentary proposal aimed at supporting foreign currency reserves and easing the burden on…
January 30, 2026
Egypt to bring the legacy of King Tutankhamun to the operatic stage
Renowned Egyptian archaeologist Zahi Hawass has announced the release of a new book alongside a series of artistic productions inspired…
January 29, 2026
Life sentence for husband of Egyptian judo star Dina Alaa in fatal triple-shot killing
The Alexandria Criminal Court sentenced a man to life imprisonment on Tuesday for the premeditated murder of his wife, professional…
January 29, 2026
Egyptian Parliament to review proposals for ‘unlimited internet’ amid rising data demands
Maha Abdel Nasser, Deputy Chair of the Communications and Information Technology Committee in the House of Representatives, has addressed widespread…
January 28, 2026
Egypt among the top 10 tourist destinations for 2026: Association of British Travel Agents
Egypt has been included in the list of the top ten global tourist destinations recommended for visiting in 2026 for…
January 28, 2026
Giza court sentences man to death for killing mother and 3 children
Giza Criminal Court sentenced “Ahmed A,” 39, owner of a veterinary supplies shop, to death by hanging on Tuesday for…
January 21, 2026
Parliamentary inquiry raised over cancelling customs exemption for Egyptian expat phones
Two members of the Egyptian House of Representatives submitted a parliamentary question and an inquiry regarding the cancellation of the…
January 21, 2026
Trump questions US funding for Ethiopia’s Nile dam: ‘I don’t know why’ we paid
US President Donald Trump said that Ethiopia built a dam on the Nile River funded by the US, adding that…
January 19, 2026
Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam must pay compensation to Egypt and Sudan: Minister
Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Sweilem, on Sunday demanded that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) pay compensation…
January 16, 2026
Egypt among 75 nations subject to new US visa suspension
The US Department of State has issued a decision to suspend the issuance of immigrant visas for citizens of 75…
January 15, 2026
Egypt’s Education Minister faces potential imprisonment and removal from office
The New Cairo Summary Court is scheduled to hear a criminal lawsuit on May 13 filed against Minister of Education Mohamed…
January 15, 2026
Death penalty handed to abductor for horrific assault of minor
The Public Prosecution has called for the execution of a defendant known as Mohamed al-King following a violent assault on…
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