2 h. ago Ship coming in from Turkey runs aground outside Suez Canal waterway

The Chairman of the Suez Canal Authority, Osama Rabie, said on Tuesday that navigation through the canal is proceeding normally in both directions and has not been affected by the grounding of the Turkish general cargo ship FENER. The incident occurred outside the canal’s shipping lane in the western waiting area north of Port Said, … The post Ship coming in from Turkey runs aground outside Suez Canal waterway appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 h. ago Banque Misr receives 2025 top employer certification from Global Top Employers Institute

CAIRO, Jan 12 (MENA) – Banque Misr has been awarded the Top Employer Certification for 2025 by the global Top Employers Institute, a leading authority in evaluating human resources strategies and supporting organizations in developing effective practices, enhancing performance, and strengthening their ability to attract and retain talent. This recognition reaffirms Banque Misr’s leadership in … The post Banque Misr receives 2025 top employer certification from Global Top Employers Institute appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 h. ago Literary festival axed after high profile authors join mass walkout over dumped Palestinian writer

Brisbane, Australia  —  A much-loved annual literary festival has been canceled after more than 180 writers quit the program to protest the dumping of a Palestinian Australian author, whose invitation was withdrawn due to “cultural sensitivities” following the Bondi Beach terror attack. Adelaide Writers’ Week has been mired in controversy since late last week when … The post Literary festival axed after high profile authors join mass walkout over dumped Palestinian writer appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 h. ago Protesters to be given priority “for trial and punishment,” head of Iran’s judiciary says

Protesters in Iran charged with violence or “terrorist” activities will be given “priority for trial and punishment,” the head of the country’s judiciary said, according to state media. His comments raise concerns for the thousands of people reported to have been arrested during mass anti-government demonstrations. “Anyone who has attacked people, security forces, or facilities … The post Protesters to be given priority “for trial and punishment,” head of Iran’s judiciary says appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 h. ago Temperatures across Egypt continue to plunge on Wednesday: EMA

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a continued drop in temperatures across most of the country on Wednesday, with very cold weather expected in the morning, milder temperatures during the day, and very cold nights. Frost is expected on crops in Upper Egypt, central Sinai, and the Western Desert. Wednesday’s weather will see fog starting … The post Temperatures across Egypt continue to plunge on Wednesday: EMA appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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30 h. ago Temperatures continue to drop in Egypt, growing very cold at night

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a continued drop in temperatures across most of the country, with very cold conditions prevailing at night and in the early morning, and cold temperatures during the day. There is a chance of moderate rainfall with possible thunder in parts of Alexandria, northern Lower Egypt, and the northeastern coast. … The post Temperatures continue to drop in Egypt, growing very cold at night appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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37 h. ago Egypt Reaffirms Support for Palestinian Authority as ‘Sole Legitimate Representative’

Egypt Reaffirms Support for Palestinian Authority as ‘Sole Legitimate Representative’  Egypt Today

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45 h. ago Egypt’s FM affirms peace and security remain elusive without fulfilment of Palestinian people’s rights

Egypt’s FM affirms peace and security remain elusive without fulfilment of Palestinian people’s rights  WAFA Agency

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46 h. ago Egypt, Ireland discuss Palestinian technocratic committee and Gaza stability force

Egypt, Ireland discuss Palestinian technocratic committee and Gaza stability force  Dailynewsegypt

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48 h. ago Trump purges ‘lame duck’ claims with brute force, retribution and play for global domination

So much for that lame duck in the White House. President Donald Trump is doubling down on retribution, global domination and relentless domestic power. The first full week of 2026 was a potentially defining one for Trump’s second presidency after the old year ended with predictions of his authority ebbing under the curse of term-limited … The post Trump purges ‘lame duck’ claims with brute force, retribution and play for global domination appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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58 h. ago General Authority for Healthcare Launches 'In Egypt We Care' Platforms

General Authority for Healthcare Launches 'In Egypt We Care' Platforms  cairoscene.com

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59 h. ago Pakistan and Egypt vow to expand cooperation, voice support for Palestinian cause

Pakistan and Egypt vow to expand cooperation, voice support for Palestinian cause  Arab News PK

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67 h. ago Cairo links Israel’s Somaliland recognition to “illegal schemes” for Palestinian displacement

Cairo links Israel’s Somaliland recognition to “illegal schemes” for Palestinian displacement  Dailynewsegypt

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3 d. ago Egypt continues campaign in support of the Palestinian people

Egypt continues campaign in support of the Palestinian people  plenglish.com

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3 d. ago Egypt, Jordan say Israeli illegal measures in West Bank could ignite regional situation

Egypt, Jordan say Israeli illegal measures in West Bank could ignite regional situation  Palestinian News Network

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3 d. ago “In Egypt We Care”: Healthcare Authority Launches Digital Platforms to Boost Medical Tourism

“In Egypt We Care”: Healthcare Authority Launches Digital Platforms to Boost Medical Tourism  Egyptian Streets

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3 d. ago Africa Cup of Nations: Egypt dumps out holders Ivory Coast, Nigeria set ups semi with Morocco

Africa Cup of Nations: Egypt dumps out holders Ivory Coast, Nigeria set ups semi with Morocco  Soccer America

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3 d. ago Egypt dump out holders Ivory Coast as Nigeria set up AFCON semi with Morocco

Egypt dump out holders Ivory Coast as Nigeria set up AFCON semi with Morocco  RFI

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3 d. ago Salah nets winner as Egypt dump Ivory Coast out in AFCON quarters

Salah nets winner as Egypt dump Ivory Coast out in AFCON quarters  MSN

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4 d. ago Venezuela releases first prisoners in ‘peace’ gesture: Here’s what to know

Venezuela has begun releasing a number of high-profile prisoners, including opposition politicians, in what its government has called a gesture “to seek peace” less than a week after the US operation to snatch its President Nicolás Maduro. At least nine people had been released as of Friday afternoon, representing just over 1% of political prisoners … The post Venezuela releases first prisoners in ‘peace’ gesture: Here’s what to know appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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