7 h. ago State miliary production min. greets Pope Tawadros on Easter

State miliary production min. greets Pope Tawadros on Easter  Egyptian Gazette

Politics

10 h. ago Highest CDs returns in Egyptian banks after CBE cut interest rate

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has decided to cut interest rates on Thursday by 225 basis points, bringing the deposit rate to 25 percent and the lending rate to 26 percent. This is the first rate cut in five years. In conjunction with this decision, many wondered about the fate of certificate of deposits … The post Highest CDs returns in Egyptian banks after CBE cut interest rate appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

12 h. ago Moderate weather expected across Egypt for Saturday, heatwave ahead

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) anticipates hot weather during the day in Greater Cairo, Lower Egypt, South Sinai, and the south of the country, with moderate weather on the north coast on Saturday. Moderate weather is also expected across most parts of the country at night. Weather maps warn of a heat wave that will … The post Moderate weather expected across Egypt for Saturday, heatwave ahead appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

12 h. ago Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year

CNN  —  A striking portrait of a young Palestinian boy who lost both arms in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City has been named Press Photo of the Year. Photographer Samar Abu Elouf, who is also from Gaza, met nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour three months after an explosion severed one of his arms and mutilated the … The post Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Culture

13 h. ago Egyptian MP condemns Israel’s brutal war, says it can never erase Palestine

Egyptian media personality and parliamentarian Mostafa Bakry condemned Israel’s war on Gaza, stating that no matter how much “destruction or killing” is involved it can never erase Palestine’s identity or presence on its land. He added that resistance is a legitimate right. During his show “Haqayek Wa Asrar” (Facts and Secrets) on Thursday, Bakry warned … The post Egyptian MP condemns Israel’s brutal war, says it can never erase Palestine appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

24 h. ago Aisha Can’t Fly Away becomes the first Egyptian film in Un Certain Regard since 2016

Aisha Can’t Fly Away becomes the first Egyptian film in Un Certain Regard since 2016  Cineuropa

Politics

25 h. ago Rare Mummified Lion Cubs Discovered In Ancient Egyptian Necropolis

Rare Mummified Lion Cubs Discovered In Ancient Egyptian Necropolis  All That's Interesting

Politics

26 h. ago Egypt Shuts Down B.Laban and Other Major Food Chains Over Health Violations

Egypt Shuts Down B.Laban and Other Major Food Chains Over Health Violations  Egyptian Streets

Politics

26 h. ago Sobhi joins personal interviews for Nasser Fellowship Candidates

Sobhi joins personal interviews for Nasser Fellowship Candidates  Egyptian Gazette

Politics

26 h. ago Photos: Quiet Green turns clamorous with ancient Egyptian battle reenactment at Brown

Photos: Quiet Green turns clamorous with ancient Egyptian battle reenactment at Brown  Brown University

Events

32 h. ago Peace, security in region won’t be achieved without Palestinian state: Egypt

Peace, security in region won’t be achieved without Palestinian state: Egypt  Egyptian Gazette

Events

33 h. ago Expert tips for staying hydrated after Egypt’s Herring and Feseekh Feast

As is the annual custom tied to the celebration, dishes of herring (ringa) and fermented fish (feseekh) take center stage on Egyptian tables, despite repeated health warnings against excessive consumption of these salty foods and the necessity of minimizing their harmful effects on the kidneys, stomach, and blood pressure. Experts advise consuming a range of … The post Expert tips for staying hydrated after Egypt’s Herring and Feseekh Feast appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Sport

34 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

34 h. ago Egyptian banks cut interest rates on variable certificates following Central Bank move

In an automatic move responding to the Central Bank of Egypt’s reduction of key interest rates, banks operating in Egypt have decided to decrease interest rates on variable-yield certificates by 2.25%. The Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank “ALICO” announced a 225 basis point cut in the overnight deposit and lending rates, as well … The post Egyptian banks cut interest rates on variable certificates following Central Bank move appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

56 h. ago “Happy Birthday” Heads to Tribeca: Egyptian Film Tackles Classism on Global Stage | NileFM | EGYPT'S#1 FOR HIT MUSIC

“Happy Birthday” Heads to Tribeca: Egyptian Film Tackles Classism on Global Stage | NileFM | EGYPT'S#1 FOR HIT MUSIC  NileFM

Events

57 h. ago Truce proposal requiring Hamas to disarm not Egyptian, reflects Israel's 'military failure': SIS head

Truce proposal requiring Hamas to disarm not Egyptian, reflects Israel's 'military failure': SIS head  Egypt Today

Politics

58 h. ago From Cairo to Aswan: French Fashion House Jacquemus Shoots Campaign in Egypt

From Cairo to Aswan: French Fashion House Jacquemus Shoots Campaign in Egypt  Egyptian Streets

Society

3 d. ago We won’t permit repetition of 1948 Nakba, says Palestinian envoy

We won’t permit repetition of 1948 Nakba, says Palestinian envoy  Egyptian Gazette

Politics

3 d. 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

3 d. ago Egypt, Qatar Agree to $7.5 Billion Investment Package, Reaffirm Support for Gaza Ceasefire

Egypt, Qatar Agree to $7.5 Billion Investment Package, Reaffirm Support for Gaza Ceasefire  Egyptian Streets

Economics