15 h. ago Irish FM visits Egyptian Red Crescent warehouses in Arish, praises Egypt's humanitarian efforts

Irish FM visits Egyptian Red Crescent warehouses in Arish, praises Egypt's humanitarian efforts  Egypt Today

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39 h. ago Grand Egyptian Museum opening ceremony certified carbon neutral

Egypt has received a carbon footprint verification report for the opening ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum, paving the way for its designation as a carbon-neutral facility, officials said on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathi said the report confirmed the opening event had a low environmental impact in line with … The post Grand Egyptian Museum opening ceremony certified carbon neutral appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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41 h. ago Video: Syrian President hails generosity of the Egyptian people

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa expressed his gratitude to the Egyptian people for their warm welcome of Syrian refugees during the war. Sharaa’s remarks came during a meeting with a delegation from the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce on Sunday in the Syrian capital, Damascus, on the sidelines of the Syrian-Egyptian Economic Forum. He said, … The post Video: Syrian President hails generosity of the Egyptian people appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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52 h. ago Egypt declares Grand Egyptian Museum carbon neutral in landmark green move

Egypt declares Grand Egyptian Museum carbon neutral in landmark green move  Dailynewsegypt

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63 h. ago Egypt : Egyptian Agency of Partnership for Development implements 94 development programs and medical missions across Africa and the Global South

Egypt : Egyptian Agency of Partnership for Development implements 94 development programs and medical missions across Africa and the Global South  Africa News Agency

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5 d. ago Report highlights 2025 partnership outcomes with UN agencies

Report highlights 2025 partnership outcomes with UN agencies  Egyptian Gazette

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5 d. ago Egypt expands development role in Africa, Global South in 2025

Egypt expands development role in Africa, Global South in 2025  الهيئة العامة للاستعلامات

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6 d. ago Photos: ‘Colonia’ debuts in Egyptian cinemas following international award sweep

Egyptian drama film “Colonia” (2025), also known as “My Father’s Scent”, officially opens in Egyptian theaters on Wednesday. The film’s public release spans 22 screens across Cairo, with an additional eight locations across Alexandria and other governorates. A wider regional release across the Arab world is scheduled for January 15. The theatrical debut follows a … The post Photos: ‘Colonia’ debuts in Egyptian cinemas following international award sweep appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago Egypt Dominates at The British Junior Open Squash Championship

Egypt Dominates at The British Junior Open Squash Championship  Egyptian Streets

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6 d. ago Thierry Henry Celebrates the New Year with Family at the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum

Thierry Henry Celebrates the New Year with Family at the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum  Egypt Today

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6 d. ago Cold wave hits Egypt, snow falls at Saint Catherine Mountains

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a drop in temperatures across Egypt until Monday, as the country experiences a severe cold wave due to the expansion of the Siberian High originating from eastern Russia. Egypt will see a significant drop in temperatures across the country, especially during the early morning and late night hours, with … The post Cold wave hits Egypt, snow falls at Saint Catherine Mountains appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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8 d. ago Egyptian President Sisi, Saudi FM address ongoing regional crises

Egyptian President Sisi, Saudi FM address ongoing regional crises  Egypt Today

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9 d. ago From the Margins to the Apex: Karim Hany and the Moment Egypt Entered World Drifting

From the Margins to the Apex: Karim Hany and the Moment Egypt Entered World Drifting  Egyptian Streets

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1 week ago PM reviews completion of 1st phase projects of Decent Life initiative

CAIRO, Jan 1 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reiterated on Thursday his keenness to conduct regular follow-up on the latest developments in the implementation status of the first phase projects of presidential initiative Decent Life “Haya Karima,” which are being carried out across numerous development and service sectors. He emphasized the need to bring … The post PM reviews completion of 1st phase projects of Decent Life initiative appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Egyptian exports exceeded more than 9 million tons in 2025 – minister

Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk said the country’s agricultural exports exceeded nine million tons in 2025. Farouk told AlQahera News channel that Egypt’s agricultural exports reached 9.2 million tonnes. The post Egyptian exports exceeded more than 9 million tons in 2025 – minister appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Angelina Jolie visits Egypt’s Rafah crossing that’s delivering aid to Gaza

Angelina Jolie visits Egypt’s Rafah crossing that’s delivering aid to Gaza  Al JazeeraAngelina Jolie visits Gaza's Rafah crossing in Egypt  The Jerusalem PostAngelina Jolie visits Egyptian side of Rafah crossing to meet with Palestinian refugees and aid workers  CBS News

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1 week ago Egyptian antiquities exhibitions abroad draw record audiences worldwide

Egyptian antiquities exhibitions abroad draw record audiences worldwide - Ancient Egypt - Antiquities  Ahram Online

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1 week ago 15 years jail, 2 LE million fine in the Egyptian Museum bracelet theft case

The competent court sentenced on Wednesday, Asmaa Zeinhom—the primary defendant in the Egyptian Museum bracelet theft case in Tahrir Square, Central Cairo—to 15 years of rigorous imprisonment. Zeinhom, an employee at the museum, was also fined LE 2 million for the theft of an archaeological gold bracelet from the museum’s collection. The court further sentenced … The post 15 years jail, 2 LE million fine in the Egyptian Museum bracelet theft case appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago AOI Chairman: SEMAF factory a leading pillar of Egypt’s railway industry

AOI Chairman: SEMAF factory a leading pillar of Egypt’s railway industry  Egyptian Gazette

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1 week ago A Bloody New Year’s Eve in Egypt: Silent Night, Deadly Night Arrives In Egyptian Cinemas

A Bloody New Year’s Eve in Egypt: Silent Night, Deadly Night Arrives In Egyptian Cinemas  Egypt Today

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