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Egypt transfers Taposiris Magna Temple discoveries to Alexandria National Museum
Archaeology

Egypt transfers Taposiris Magna Temple discoveries to Alexandria National Museum

The Director General of Alexandria Antiquities, Khaled Abul Hamd, said on Friday that some discoveries from the Taposiris Magna Temple…
By Sea of Galilee, archaeologists find ruins of early mosque
Middle East

By Sea of Galilee, archaeologists find ruins of early mosque

TIBERIAS, Israel (AP) — Archaeologists in Israel say they have discovered the remnants of an early mosque — believed to…
Photos: What happened to Groppi, Cairo’s famous coffee shop?
Life & Style

Photos: What happened to Groppi, Cairo’s famous coffee shop?

“I will drink tea in Groppi,” was a famous saying attributed to Erwin Rommel, commander of the German army in…
Banks across Egypt to close Thursday in observance of Jan. 25 revolution and Police Day
Egypt

Banks across Egypt to close Thursday in observance of Jan. 25 revolution and Police Day

The Central Bank of Egypt announced that all banks will close from Thursday, January 28 in observance of the anniversary…
Silicon Valley: the ultimate goal, or the beginning of the end? (Part two)
Opinion

Silicon Valley: the ultimate goal, or the beginning of the end? (Part two)

There is no doubt that technology has made our lives easier. From communicating with others despite miles of separation, to…
Egyptologist Zahi Hawass criticizes fatwa prohibiting display of mummies, excavating graves
Egypt

Egyptologist Zahi Hawass criticizes fatwa prohibiting display of mummies, excavating graves

Renowned Egyptologist Zahi Hawass criticized a fatwa (religious opinion) made by Al-Azhar scholar Ahmed Karima, prohibiting the display of mummies…
Egyptian archaeological mission discovers Roman fort remains in Aswan
Archaeology

Egyptian archaeological mission discovers Roman fort remains in Aswan

An archaeological mission from Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities has discovered the remains of a Roman fort at the Shiha…
Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities gifts Egyptian Post Museum antique 1870s carriage
Archaeology

Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities gifts Egyptian Post Museum antique 1870s carriage

To celebrate the reopening of the Egyptian Post Museum following its renovation work, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has…
Silicon Valley: the ultimate goal, or the beginning of the end? (Part one)
Opinion

Silicon Valley: the ultimate goal, or the beginning of the end? (Part one)

I was watching a promotional clip of Oprah Winfrey’s interview with former US President Barack Obama. He was discussing his…
Egyptian Antiquities Center publishes new book on Abu Simbel
Archaeology

Egyptian Antiquities Center publishes new book on Abu Simbel

The Egyptian Antiquities Registration Center, part of Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, has issued a new book in French…
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