6 h. ago Famous restaurants and dessert chains shut down across Egypt in food safety crackdown

Several Egyptian governorates have witnessed intensive inspection campaigns carried out by the regulatory bodies of the Food Safety Authority and the Ministry of Supply, resulting in the closure of a number of branches of well-known dessert chains, Sada al-Balad reported. In Gharbia Governorate, five branches of the “Balaben” chain in Tanta city were closed after … The post Famous restaurants and dessert chains shut down across Egypt in food safety crackdown appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

46 h. ago Egyptian expat remittances surge to $20bn in first 7 months of FY2024/25: CBE

Egyptian expat remittances surge to $20bn in first 7 months of FY2024/25: CBE  Dailynewsegypt

Politics

54 h. ago Thousands of Egyptians rally in El Arish to express rejection of forced displacement of Palestinians

Thousands of Egyptians on Tuesday rallied in El Arish city in North Sinai governorate to receive President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and French President Emmanuel Macron and express their opposition to the forced displacement of Palestinian people from the Gaza Strip and support the political leadership’s decisions on the Palestinian cause. They took to streets and … The post Thousands of Egyptians rally in El Arish to express rejection of forced displacement of Palestinians appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

69 h. ago Egypt repays $7.95bn in external debt over three months: CBE

Egypt repays $7.95bn in external debt over three months: CBE  Dailynewsegypt

Economics

3 d. ago As he lionizes a strongman, Trump flexes power over the law, top colleges and the media

CNN  —  Only three months into his new term, President Donald Trump is escalating a battle against institutions that challenge his strongman instincts, including the courts, the legal profession, elite education and the media. The administration is projecting presidential authority in a broader and more overt way than any modern White House. Its expansive interpretation … The post As he lionizes a strongman, Trump flexes power over the law, top colleges and the media appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

3 d. ago PM says gov’t ready for supporting ‘purposeful’ media, drama

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly asserted the government is ready for offering all required support for “purposeful” drama works that achieve social and national goals. Madbouly had recently announced the formation of a specialized task force committee dedicated to crafting a clear vision for Egyptian drama and media. This initiative aims to enhance content quality, uphold … The post PM says gov’t ready for supporting ‘purposeful’ media, drama appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

3 d. ago Egypt: SCZone draws $157mln in investments over past 33 months

Egypt: SCZone draws $157mln in investments over past 33 months  ZAWYA

Economics

4 d. ago Sudan’s RSF claims control of major Darfur camp, civilians flee

Reuters  —  Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control of a major camp for displaced people in North Darfur, the paramilitary group said on Sunday, after a four-day assault the government and aid groups have said left hundreds dead or wounded. The fighting has centered around the Zamzam camp, which, along with the nearby Abu … The post Sudan’s RSF claims control of major Darfur camp, civilians flee appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

6 d. ago ADIB joins ‘Chapter Zero Egypt’ to advance climate governance, sustainability goals

ADIB joins ‘Chapter Zero Egypt’ to advance climate governance, sustainability goals  Dailynewsegypt

Politics

6 d. ago FM stresses Egypt’s firm stance on supporting Sudan’s stability, territorial integrity

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty stressed Egypt’s firm stance on supporting Sudan’s stability, unity and territorial integrity. Abdelatty made the remarks during his meeting on Friday with President of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) General Abdel-Fattah Al-Burhan, on the sidelines of the fourth Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, said Spokesman … The post FM stresses Egypt’s firm stance on supporting Sudan’s stability, territorial integrity appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

6 d. ago Europe wants to ready its citizens for war. Will they listen?

CNN  —  Survival guides, stockpiling and mass evacuation drills. Europe is scrambling to prepare its citizens for the growing threat of conflict arriving on its doorstep. Several European nations have been offering sobering guidance in recent months – envisioning garages and subway stations transformed into bunkers and promoting psychological resilience. One overarching message is the … The post Europe wants to ready its citizens for war. Will they listen? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

6 d. ago UNHCR Commends Egyptian Government for Extending Refugee Residence Permits to One Year [EN/AR]

UNHCR Commends Egyptian Government for Extending Refugee Residence Permits to One Year [EN/AR]  ReliefWeb

Politics

6 d. ago UNHCR commends Egyptian Government for extending refugee residence permits to one year

UNHCR commends Egyptian Government for extending refugee residence permits to one year  UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency

Politics

7 d. ago Explore Astoria’s Little Egypt during Arab American heritage month

Explore Astoria’s Little Egypt during Arab American heritage month  Astoria Post

Sport

7 d. ago Video – No exit: Mohamed Salah seals Liverpool stay, ending months of uncertainty

Liverpool Football Club has announced the renewal of the contract of their Egyptian star, Mohamed Salah, keeping him with the team until the summer of 2027. This puts an end to all the speculation surrounding his future that has persisted in recent months.   Salah’s previous contract was nearing its end at the conclusion of the … The post Video – No exit: Mohamed Salah seals Liverpool stay, ending months of uncertainty appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

7 d. ago Video: Mohamed Salah seals Liverpool stay, ending months of uncertainty

Liverpool Football Club has announced the renewal of the contract of their Egyptian star, Mohamed Salah, keeping him with the team until the summer of 2027. This puts an end to all the speculation surrounding his future that has persisted in recent months.   Salah’s previous contract was nearing its end at the conclusion of the … The post Video: Mohamed Salah seals Liverpool stay, ending months of uncertainty appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

7 d. ago Egypt raises gasoline, diesel, butane, and other fuel prices amid ongoing subsidy reform

The Automatic Petroleum Products Pricing Committee announced gasoline and diesel price increases on Friday. The prices of mazut supplied to electricity and food industries, along with natural gas for vehicles, will remain unchanged. However, the government has proceeded with lifting fuel subsidies on other petroleum product. According to the announcement, the prices are as follows: … The post Egypt raises gasoline, diesel, butane, and other fuel prices amid ongoing subsidy reform appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

7 d. ago Morocco, Egypt and Syria: Mass mobilizations for Gaza and against Israeli aggression

Morocco, Egypt and Syria: Mass mobilizations for Gaza and against Israeli aggression  focusonafrica.info

Politics

8 d. ago These tech leaders donated to Trump. Now they’re out billions of dollars

New York CNN  —  Silicon Valley leaders donated to President Donald Trump’s campaign or inaugural fund. They visited him at Mar-a-Lago and sat front-and-center as he was sworn into office. But in the first three months of his presidency, their wallets have taken a hit from his policies. The companies founded or run by Meta … The post These tech leaders donated to Trump. Now they’re out billions of dollars appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

8 d. ago FM reaffirms Egypt’s full support for Lebanese president, his government

CAIRO, April 8 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s full support for Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and the Lebanese government, stressing Egypt’s stand regarding necessity of Israel’s withdrawal from the five strategic points in Lebanon and full implementation of Resolution 1701. During a meeting held Tuesday with … The post FM reaffirms Egypt’s full support for Lebanese president, his government appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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