Egypt’s Ministry of Environment and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) met on 18 May to discuss a USD 1.2 billion (EGP 56.1 billion) long-term package to bolster the country’s climate policies and projects. This potential financing comes in li...

In a decisive move, Egypt rebuffs Israeli overtures for joint oversight of the crucial Rafah crossing, opting instead for Palestinian authority, reports Reuters. The decision underscores escalating tensions post-Israeli military maneuvers in the bord...

  The Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Squash Championships, scheduled for 10 days from 9 to 18 May, is held this year in Cairo, with a prize pool of  USD 565,000 (EGP 26 million) for both men and women, the biggest prize in squash. ...

Scientists may have uncovered the secret behind the construction of 31 pyramids, including the iconic Giza complex, in Egypt over 4,000 years ago. A research team from the University of North Carolina Wilmington suggests that these pyramids were like...

  Just over a month ago, the tragic loss of seven members from the World Central Kitchen, a US-based non-profit, captured global attention and made international headlines. In a rare acknowledgment, Israel openly recognized the devastating impac...

The International Day of Light is celebrated on 16 May and this year marks its 64 years, on the anniversary of the first-ever successful laser operation. The International Day, set by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organizati...

The study of light has led to promising alternative energy sources and lifesaving medical advances in diagnostics technology and treatments.  These transformative technologies were developed through centuries of fundamental research on the propertie...

On Thursday 16 May, Dr. Khaled Abdel-Ghaffar, the Minister of Health and Population announced that Egypt has become the 29th participating state of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).  The collaboration between Egypt and IARC wil...

RiseUp, the renowned summit for entrepreneurs and innovators, returns for its 11th edition at the prestigious Grand Egyptian Museum. Between 16 and 18 May 2024, the highly anticipated event will bring together prominent speakers, startups, and indust...