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Ancient tomb dating back 4,500 years discovered in Egypt

An ancient tomb dating back 4,500 years has been discovered in Egypt, announced the ministry of antiquities.

05/05/2019

Egypt

Egypt's al-Sisi could be in power until 2030 after voters back changes

Nearly 90% of Egyptian voters have backed constitutional changes that could see President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi stay in power until 2030.

23/04/2019

World News

Egyptians vote in referendum on extending president's time in power

If he wins President Al Sisi could stay in power until 2030 and the role of the already powerful military would be boosted too.

20/04/2019

Egypt

A newly passed bill could extend Sisi's rule for another decade

Egypt's parliament have approved amendments to the constitution that could keep President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in power until 2030. The reform must still be endorsed in a referendum which, if approved, would lengthen the country's presidential terms to six years including Sisi's current term.

17/04/2019

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Egypt unveils the 2,500-year-old mummy of a high priest

Egyptologist Zahi Hawass and an Egyptian team opened three sealed sarcophagi from the 26th Dynasty. One contained the well-preserved mummy of a powerful priest, wrapped in linen and decorated with a golden figure depicting Isis, an ancient Egyptian goddess.

09/04/2019

Egypt

Watch: Robot jockeys race against child riders in camel race

Child jockeys have already been banned in several Gulf countries due to risk of injury and exploitation. The remote-controlled competitors raced against the children in a trial run – which they lost.

20/03/2019

Germany

Man tries to smuggle tortoises disguised as chocolate

A crime, not a tasty treat

15/03/2019

Egypt

Dozens killed and injured in Cairo train station fire

At least 25 people were killed and 50 injured in the accident, state television reported.

27/02/2019

World

Monday's full episode of Raw Politics

Watch Monday night's full episode of Raw Politics.

25/02/2019

Egypt

Both sides declare first EU-Arab League summit a success

The first EU-Arab League summit has ended in Egypt with both sides declaring it a success and announcing plans for a second meeting in 2022.

25/02/2019

World

Donald Tusk discusses importance of communication at EU-Arab summit

In the first event of its kind, Donald Tusk addressed the importance of "common commitment" in addressing global human rights issues at the EU-Arab League summit in Egypt.

25/02/2019

Egypt

Skydivers soar over Egyptian Pyramids

The skydiving festival, now in its fourth year, will see 140 participants from 32 countries take flight over Giza's landmarks.

20/02/2019

Egypt

Egyptian lawmakers back changes that could keep Sisi in power til 2034

Egyptian lawmakers back changes that could keep Sisi in power til 2034

15/02/2019

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Famous monuments from across the world recreated in metal in India

A group of seven artists have come together to create replicas of a set of monuments known as the "Seven Wonders of the World" using scrap metal in New Delhi.

06/02/2019

World News

Egyptian archaeologists discover 50 unidentified mummies

They uncovered them at an ancient burial site dating back to the Ptolemaic era.

02/02/2019

World

'Fresh Prince' star DJ Jazzy Jeff talks Will Smith & highlights industry problems

DJ Jazzy Jeff, famous for starring in the 90's television series ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’, came to the United Arab Emirates to perform his latest set.

01/02/2019

World

Egypt moves fashion forward for plus sized women

Young designers are challenging style norms in Egypt by promoting body positive clothing and catering to plus-size women.

01/02/2019

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Pigeon keepers display exotic breeds at Egypt show

With puffed chests and ruffled feathers, some of the rarest and fanciest pigeons in Egypt are gathered at an event in Cairo.

21/01/2019

United Kingdom

'Stolen' artefact found at London auction house is returned to Egypt

A "stolen and illegally smuggled" ancient artefact has been returned to Egypt after being found at a London auction house

09/01/2019

Egypt

Egypt's El-Sisi inaugurates new cathedral ahead of Coptic Christmas

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi inaugurated Egypt's largest church on Sunday on the eve of Coptic Christmas, sending a message of tolerance and unity in the predominantly Muslim country.

07/01/2019