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10 Photos From the 7th Edition of Cairo's Drums & Folkloric Arts Festival
LIFESTYLE

“I Use Crutches for My Spine Condition, But in The Water, I’m Free.”

18 Feb 2020
The first in new series, GAMECHANGER-Z, sees 19 year-old Paralympic swimming champion, Zeiad Kahal. [...]
Life Coach Mohamed Fadel’s Memoir Documents the Story of an Introvert Becoming a Leader
BUZZ

Gebel Elba: Visit Egypt's Best Kept Secret

17 Feb 2020
Be one of a select few to be able to experience Egypt's wildest adventure. [...]
Cairo’s Forgotten Royal Carriages Museum is Set to Reopen in 60 Days
BUZZ

Build Up! The Architecture Summit Comes to The Greek Campus

18 Feb 2020
The Greek Campus hosts summit to celebrate Egypts' diverse and beautiful architecture. [...]
The Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre is Going Virtual
BUZZ

New Magdi Yacoub Heart Centre to Open in Egypt

18 Feb 2020
The heart centre is expected to be the biggest in the region. [...]
Egypt Will No Longer Allow Construction in High-Density Areas
BUZZ

Corner of a Dream: A Very Real Reflection on Social Upheaval

18 Feb 2020
A refreshing and creative new take on the relationship between technology and art at AUC. [...]
Child Psychologist Amina Diab's Training Programme on Protecting Children from Sexual Assault
BUZZ

Child Psychologist Amina Diab's Training Programme on Protecting Children from Sexual Assault

10 Jul 2020
In light of the current conversation on sexual assault in Egypt, Amina Diab is hosting a training programme that teaches parents how to protect their children against sexual harm and harassment. [...]
Life Coach Mohamed Fadel’s Memoir Documents the Story of an Introvert Becoming a Leader
LIFESTYLE

Life Coach Mohamed Fadel’s Memoir Documents the Story of an Introvert Becoming a Leader

10 Jul 2020
Egyptian author, personal coach and youth leader advocate Mohamed Fadel’s debut book 'Grayscale: A Memoir of an Introverted Leader' tells his life story of working through extreme introversion. [...]
Cairo’s Forgotten Royal Carriages Museum is Set to Reopen in 60 Days
Travel

Cairo’s Forgotten Royal Carriages Museum is Set to Reopen in 60 Days

10 Jul 2020
Originally built in the Khedive era to manage royal stables, Cairo’s Royal Carriages Museum is set to reopen in 60 days after being closed for 20 years. [...]
The Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre is Going Virtual
ARTS & CULTURE

The Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre is Going Virtual

09 Jul 2020
The Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre is migrating online, showcasing all the innovative and creative works on their digital platforms to keep attendants safe from the Coronavirus. [...]
Egypt Will No Longer Allow Construction in High-Density Areas
BUZZ

Egypt Will No Longer Allow Construction in High-Density Areas

09 Jul 2020
Egypt’s prime minister announced that construction will stop in heavily-populated areas in order to prevent 'random urbanization'. [...]
Red Sea Resorts Receive Over 3000 Tourists in First Week Following Flight Resumption
Travel

Red Sea Resorts Receive Over 3000 Tourists in First Week Following Flight Resumption

08 Jul 2020
With international travel slowly opening up again since July 1st, the red sea resorts of Sharm El-Sheikh and Hurghada have received more than 3000 tourists from a range of different countries. [...]
Week Month Year

Film My Design Festival Launches Workshop Programme for Aspiring Creators

From 101s and deep-dives on film production, editing, design and so much more, this programme - hosted by film fest Film My Design - is [...]

Wonders of Ancient Egypt’s Sunken Cities Showcased at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Ancient Egypt’s wondrous sunken cities are now being showcased at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. [...]

Mansoura University Named the Best University in Egypt By Times Higher Education

Mansoura University was named the best university in Egypt by Times Higher Education's World University Rankings, which took its industry [...]

‘Potcast’ Explores Everything from Relationships, Insecurities and Toxic Masculinity

Keeping it real, ‘Potcast’ is the new Egyptian podcast coming through with casual, honest conversations about life, relationships and [...]

Film My Design Festival Launches Workshop Programme for Aspiring Creators

From 101s and deep-dives on film production, editing, design and so much more, this programme - hosted by film fest Film My Design - is [...]

Wonders of Ancient Egypt’s Sunken Cities Showcased at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Ancient Egypt’s wondrous sunken cities are now being showcased at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. [...]

Mansoura University Named the Best University in Egypt By Times Higher Education

Mansoura University was named the best university in Egypt by Times Higher Education's World University Rankings, which took its industry [...]

‘Potcast’ Explores Everything from Relationships, Insecurities and Toxic Masculinity

Keeping it real, ‘Potcast’ is the new Egyptian podcast coming through with casual, honest conversations about life, relationships and [...]

Luxor’s Karnak Temple Complex Prepares For Spectacular Solar Alignment This Friday

The event only lasts two hours. [...]

11 Uber Cool Photos of Downtown Cairo in the 60s

It's the same...but different. [...]

The Players Fueling Egypt's Fitness Scene

Meet the trailblazers behind Egypt's booming fitness scene. [...]

Egyptian Tourism Revenues Rise by $2.7 Billion in 2019

Not bad...not bad at all. [...]

Film My Design Festival Launches Workshop Programme for Aspiring Creators

From 101s and deep-dives on film production, editing, design and so much more, this programme - hosted by film fest Film My Design - is [...]

Wonders of Ancient Egypt’s Sunken Cities Showcased at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Ancient Egypt’s wondrous sunken cities are now being showcased at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. [...]

Mansoura University Named the Best University in Egypt By Times Higher Education

Mansoura University was named the best university in Egypt by Times Higher Education's World University Rankings, which took its industry [...]

‘Potcast’ Explores Everything from Relationships, Insecurities and Toxic Masculinity

Keeping it real, ‘Potcast’ is the new Egyptian podcast coming through with casual, honest conversations about life, relationships and [...]

Child Psychologist Amina Diab's Training Programme on Protecting Children from Sexual Assault

In light of the current conversation on sexual assault in Egypt, Amina Diab is hosting a training programme that teaches parents how to [...]

Life Coach Mohamed Fadel’s Memoir Documents the Story of an Introvert Becoming a Leader

Egyptian author, personal coach and youth leader advocate Mohamed Fadel’s debut book 'Grayscale: A Memoir of an Introverted Leader' tells [...]

Cairo’s Forgotten Royal Carriages Museum is Set to Reopen in 60 Days

Originally built in the Khedive era to manage royal stables, Cairo’s Royal Carriages Museum is set to reopen in 60 days after being closed [...]

The Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre is Going Virtual

The Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre is migrating online, showcasing all the innovative and creative works on their [...]

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Watch: Welcome to the World of Cairo's 'Metal Zabaleen'

Watch: Welcome to the World of Cairo's 'Metal Zabaleen'

09 Feb 2020
We go into the depths of an area of Cairo's Wekalet El Bala7 Market that few tread. [...]
Mahraganat Performances Just Got Banned

Mahraganat Performances Just Got Banned

17 Feb 2020
Like, forever. [...]
Watch: The Badass Women of Cairo's First Roller Derby Team

Watch: The Badass Women of Cairo's First Roller Derby Team

06 Feb 2020
"There's an adrenaline rush as soon as we put our skates on. We get transported." [...]
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10 Photos From the 7th Edition of Cairo's Drums & Folkloric Arts Festival

10 Photos From the 7th Edition of Cairo's Drums & Folkloric Arts Festival

21 Apr 2019
In its 7th edition, the Drums and Folkloric Arts Festival brings drumming and dancing troupes from over 20 countries for a slew of striking performances in the heart of Islamic Cairo. [...]
Film My Design Festival Launches Workshop Programme for Aspiring Creators
ARTS & CULTURE

Film My Design Festival Launches Workshop Programme for Aspiring Creators

08 Jul 2020
From 101s and deep-dives on film production, editing, design and so much more, this programme - hosted by film fest Film My Design - is your gateway to mastering the craft. [...]
‘Potcast’ Explores Everything from Relationships, Insecurities and Toxic Masculinity
BUZZ

‘Potcast’ Explores Everything from Relationships, Insecurities and Toxic Masculinity

08 Jul 2020
Keeping it real, ‘Potcast’ is the new Egyptian podcast coming through with casual, honest conversations about life, relationships and spirituality. [...]
Arts Museums Across Egypt Are Now Gradually Opening Up Again
ARTS & CULTURE

Arts Museums Across Egypt Are Now Gradually Opening Up Again

08 Jul 2020
Starting July 7th, fine arts museum are gradually opening back up as Coronavirus restrictions are lifted, with more museums resuming throughout the month. [...]
Egypt Announces EGP447.3 Billion Budget for 691 Green Projects
Business

Egypt Announces EGP447.3 Billion Budget for 691 Green Projects

08 Jul 2020
The Ministry of Planning are looking to inject EGP447.3 Billion in 691 green projects, EGP 36.7 billion of which will be used in 2020/21. [...]
Cairo Opera House Returns with 40 Live Concerts in Outdoor Theatre
ARTS & CULTURE

Cairo Opera House Returns with 40 Live Concerts in Outdoor Theatre

08 Jul 2020
This fugue state of watching concerts on Facebook Lives is slowly fading; the Cairo Opera House is bringing in Mohamed Mounir, Medhat Saleh and many more stars for their comeback starting July 9th. [...]
Hekayat Banat is Coming Back for a Fifth Season
BUZZ

Hekayat Banat is Coming Back for a Fifth Season

08 Jul 2020
After becoming a breakout hit four times in a row, the popular Egyptian series Hekayat Banat is about to make us laugh and cry while watching these ladies navigate life with their fifth season. [...]
Ministry of Environment Releases Coronavirus Safety Guidebook for Cruise Ships, Yachts and Boats
BUZZ

Ministry of Environment Releases Coronavirus Safety Guidebook for Cruise Ships, Yachts and Boats

08 Jul 2020
The Ministry of Environment released a guideline to ease the way for the resumption of marine activities while COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted, both for people and for the environment. [...]

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