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Wear It Like Wegz with Ohanna's New Collaborative Collection
BUZZ

Egyptian Oscar Winner Rami Malek to Star in New Film with Robert De Niro & Margot Robbie

19 Jan 2021
Rami Malek has been cast in an still-untitled film alongside a star-studded cast, which includes Robert De Niro, Christian Bale, and John David Washington. [...]
The Times Lists Egypt's Zein Nile Boast as Top Luxury Experience of 2021
BUZZ

The Parking 'Sayess' Will Soon Need a Government License

19 Jan 2021
The other new laws will allot places and times where cars may be parked in the street so that they don’t obstruct traffic. [...]
New Discoveries in Saqqara Could Rewrite the History of the Region
Business

Egypt to Build 'City of Gold'

19 Jan 2021
The district is hoped to centralize gold manufacturing and trade, and lead to the comeback of gold as a prestigious Egyptian commodity. [...]
Flow Cycle is Egypt’s First Dedicated Spinning Studio
Fashion

Temraza Brings Glam to the Court with New F2 Sportswear Line

18 Jan 2021
Sportswear has long been associated with breaking boundaries, and for Temraza’s new venture it symbolizes a feminist voice through fashion. [...]
Alexandria University Launches 'Underwater Heritage’ Initiative to Uncover Egypt's Sunken Treasures
BUZZ

Google Offers High-Tech Dive into the History of Ancient Egypt

18 Jan 2021
Google Arts & Culture has partnered up with the American Research Center in Egypt to bring Egyptian history to your screens, and by that we mean, they actually bring Egypt to you using the POWER of AUGMENTED REALITY. [...]
The Times Lists Egypt's Zein Nile Boast as Top Luxury Experience of 2021
Explore Egypt

The Times Lists Egypt's Zein Nile Boast as Top Luxury Experience of 2021

18 Jan 2021
The Times recently put together a list of the 10 Best Luxury Holidays for 2021 and featured is Egypt’s very own fabulous Zein Nile Chateau Dahabiya. [...]
New Discoveries in Saqqara Could Rewrite the History of the Region
BUZZ

New Discoveries in Saqqara Could Rewrite the History of the Region

18 Jan 2021
Beyond the wonders of the hundred or so coffins that were found there in 2020, archaeologists were able to dig deeper at the start of 2021 and discover the funerary temple of King Teti's wife, Queen Nearit. And that's not even the start of it. [...]
Flow Cycle is Egypt’s First Dedicated Spinning Studio
LIFESTYLE

Flow Cycle is Egypt’s First Dedicated Spinning Studio

18 Jan 2021
Spinning classes have rolled on to Egypt with a bougie boutique studio concept. [...]
Alexandria University Launches 'Underwater Heritage’ Initiative to Uncover Egypt's Sunken Treasures
BUZZ

Alexandria University Launches 'Underwater Heritage’ Initiative to Uncover Egypt's Sunken Treasures

18 Jan 2021
There’s antiquities in them thar waters! There’s even more than we thought, in fact, as a new initiative by Alexandria University sets sails to find and preserve underwater antiquities off the northern coast. [...]
Cairo's Mahmoud Khalil Museum to Reopen After 10 Year Closure
ARTS & CULTURE

Cairo's Mahmoud Khalil Museum to Reopen After 10 Year Closure

18 Jan 2021
Since its closure in 2010, the museum has undergone a major renovation effort, with only the upgrades to its electrical system remaining. [...]
Qalyubia's Historic Mohamed Ali Bridge to Receive EGP 1.6 Million Renovation
BUZZ

Qalyubia's Historic Mohamed Ali Bridge to Receive EGP 1.6 Million Renovation

18 Jan 2021
The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities's EGP 1.6 million project aims to turn back the clock on the bridge, replacing damaged stone and missing tiles, and fortifying the towers and antique arches that bookend it. [...]
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New Discoveries in Saqqara Could Rewrite the History of the Region

Beyond the wonders of the hundred or so coffins that were found there in 2020, archaeologists were able to dig deeper at the start of 2021 [...]

Alexandria University Launches 'Underwater Heritage’ Initiative to Uncover Egypt's Sunken Treasures

There’s antiquities in them thar waters! There’s even more than we thought, in fact, as a new initiative by Alexandria University sets [...]

Egyptian Oscar Winner Rami Malek to Star in New Film with Robert De Niro & Margot Robbie

Rami Malek has been cast in an still-untitled film alongside a star-studded cast, which includes Robert De Niro, Christian Bale, and John [...]

Egyptian Film Tuk-Tuk to Screen at Los Angeles's Pan African Film Festival

Based in Los Angeles, the 29th edition of the Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) continues its prestigious tradition of showcasing over 100 [...]

Wonder Woman 1984 Stirs Controversy for Racist Depiction of Egypt

The film has caused some controversy over its depiction of 1984 Egypt. Spoilers abound, so don't say we didn't warn you. [...]

Egypt Takes 'Ramses & the Pharaoh's Gold' on World Tour

Egypt has just revealed that an exhibition called 'Ramses and the Pharaohs' Gold' will go on tour in five cities, starting from November [...]

CairoScene's Impact List: The Egyptians Who Inspired in 2020

In a year of extraordinary challenges, these exceptional Egyptians rose to the occasion, sparking movements, saving lives and creating art [...]

Temple Tramp's New Collection Speaks Volumes Beneath Its Simple Veneer

Armed with an all-new aesthetic and crisp new collection under its belt, Temple Tramp doesn’t just hope to introduce a new way of thinking, [...]

Gebel Elba: Visit Egypt's Best Kept Secret

Be one of a select few to be able to experience Egypt's wildest adventure. [...]

Red Bull Partners with Gamers Lounge for Red Bull ProSeed League of Legends Tournament

The prize includes EGP 25,000 and the services of a professional team coach provided by Red Bull. [...]

Put Your Fork Down, Because UAE Foodie Favourite Jones the Grocer is Opening in Cairo

Gourmet food? Walk-in cheese room? Artisnal groceries? Yes please. [...]

5 Egyptian Models Making It Big Abroad

These Egyptians are turning the world into their catwalk. [...]

New Discoveries in Saqqara Could Rewrite the History of the Region

Beyond the wonders of the hundred or so coffins that were found there in 2020, archaeologists were able to dig deeper at the start of 2021 [...]

Alexandria University Launches 'Underwater Heritage’ Initiative to Uncover Egypt's Sunken Treasures

There’s antiquities in them thar waters! There’s even more than we thought, in fact, as a new initiative by Alexandria University sets [...]

Egyptian Oscar Winner Rami Malek to Star in New Film with Robert De Niro & Margot Robbie

Rami Malek has been cast in an still-untitled film alongside a star-studded cast, which includes Robert De Niro, Christian Bale, and John [...]

Egyptian Film Tuk-Tuk to Screen at Los Angeles's Pan African Film Festival

Based in Los Angeles, the 29th edition of the Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) continues its prestigious tradition of showcasing over 100 [...]

Egypt to Build 'City of Gold'

The district is hoped to centralize gold manufacturing and trade, and lead to the comeback of gold as a prestigious Egyptian commodity. [...]

The Parking 'Sayess' Will Soon Need a Government License

The other new laws will allot places and times where cars may be parked in the street so that they don’t obstruct traffic. [...]

Egyptian Oscar Winner Rami Malek to Star in New Film with Robert De Niro & Margot Robbie

Rami Malek has been cast in an still-untitled film alongside a star-studded cast, which includes Robert De Niro, Christian Bale, and John [...]

Temraza Brings Glam to the Court with New F2 Sportswear Line

Sportswear has long been associated with breaking boundaries, and for Temraza’s new venture it symbolizes a feminist voice through fashion. [...]

Matrouh is Holding Its First Camel Racing Festival
BUZZ

Matrouh is Holding Its First Camel Racing Festival

18 Jan 2021
Matrouh is setting up their first ever camel racing festival, which is scheduled to begin on May 2021. [...]
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South Sinai Hospitals and Isolation Units Are Now Cleared of Coronavirus Cases

South Sinai Hospitals and Isolation Units Are Now Cleared of Coronavirus Cases

11 Aug 2020
The Ministry of Health has declared that the last two Coronavirus patients have been discharged from Nuweiba Central Hospital after undergoing treatment and completing their quarantine period. [...]
Egyptian-Italian Fabio Abraham to Play Gamal Abdel Nasser in CNN Docu-Drama

Egyptian-Italian Fabio Abraham to Play Gamal Abdel Nasser in CNN Docu-Drama

11 Aug 2020
An all-new CNN docu-drama ‘Jerusalem’, which will be centred around the history of the ancient city, will feature Egyptian-Italian actor Fabio Abraham as late Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser. [...]
Egypt Orders All Airports to Relocate Hazardous Goods Following Beirut Explosion

Egypt Orders All Airports to Relocate Hazardous Goods Following Beirut Explosion

11 Aug 2020
After the devastating events of the Beirut explosion, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has ordered all Egyptian airports to move hazardous goods to safe storage spaces away from passengers and civilians. [...]
Abuse Relief Aide is the New Network of Specialists Providing Free Support to Sexual Abuse Victims

Abuse Relief Aide is the New Network of Specialists Providing Free Support to Sexual Abuse Victims

08 Aug 2020
Founder of What Women Want magazine May Abdel Asim, alongside founder of the Safe Kids foundation Sara Aziz, have recognized a gap in support for abuse victims in Egypt. Their new Facebook group, 'Abuse Relief Aide', seeks to fill that gap. [...]
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Wear It Like Wegz with Ohanna's New Collaborative Collection
Fashion

Wear It Like Wegz with Ohanna's New Collaborative Collection

Since Wegz sat down with OHANNA all the way through the conceptualisation process, the collection practically marinates in his essence. It's SO him, and you need only look at it to know it. [...]
A 'Vaccine Passport' is Coming - Here's How It Works
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A 'Vaccine Passport' is Coming - Here's How It Works

30 Dec 2020
Airlines such as the Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific, America's JetBlue, United Airlines, Swiss Airlines have already partnered with the Common Trust Network to tie this technology in with the CommonPass app. [...]
Egypt Invests EGP 152 Million to Develop Giza's Public Hospitals to Fight COVID-19
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Egypt Invests EGP 152 Million to Develop Giza's Public Hospitals to Fight COVID-19

30 Dec 2020
Egypt has allocated EGP 152 million through the Central Bank of Egypt to develop the Giza governorate’s public hospitals. [...]
Egyptian Film Tuk-Tuk to Screen at Los Angeles's Pan African Film Festival
ARTS & CULTURE

Egyptian Film Tuk-Tuk to Screen at Los Angeles's Pan African Film Festival

18 Jan 2021
Based in Los Angeles, the 29th edition of the Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) continues its prestigious tradition of showcasing over 100 films a year and Tuk-Tuk has been officially selected to represent Egypt there. [...]
Upper Egypt Gets Its First Female-Led Equestrian School
BUZZ

Upper Egypt Gets Its First Female-Led Equestrian School

01 Jan 2021
Black Horse School is bringing equestrianism to Qena, and it's revolutionary in more ways than one. [...]
New Administrative Capital will Host Middle East's Largest Smart Bus Station
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New Administrative Capital will Host Middle East's Largest Smart Bus Station

31 Dec 2020
Spanning 105 acres, the project will emulate the designs of major international smart bus stations abroad, and will be built over three different construction phases. [...]
Minilet's Vegan Bags are Guiltless and Gorgeous
Fashion

Minilet's Vegan Bags are Guiltless and Gorgeous

31 Dec 2020
Minilet is a 100% local bag brand featuring a practical, minimalist selection. [...]
African Cultural Center Unveils New Open Theatre to Celebrate Aswan Dam's 50th Anniversary
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African Cultural Center Unveils New Open Theatre to Celebrate Aswan Dam's 50th Anniversary

30 Dec 2020
To commemorate the Aswan High Dam's construction in 1970, the African Cultural Center in Aswan is celebrating its 50th anniversary by creating another grand structure— a new open air theatre. [...]

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