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Archaeologists excavate haunting 'City of the Dead' packed with hundreds of tombs

July 3, 2024

Archaeologists excavate haunting 'City of the Dead' packed with hundreds of tombs

An excavation of a necropolis in Aswan, Egypt, has revealed hundreds of tombs and precious artifacts. The University of Milan says that there are between 300 and 400 tombs.

Hamas delegation arrives in Cairo as Israel puts cease-fire agreement 'on the table'

March 3, 2024

Hamas delegation arrives in Cairo as Israel puts cease-fire agreement 'on the table'

Israel and Hamas are engaged in last-minute negotiations, with Israel putting forward a plan on Sunday as various delegations meet in Egypt.

Egyptian officials cancel plan to renovate ancient pyramid over concerns: 'The pyramids of Giza are safe'

February 18, 2024

Egyptian officials cancel plan to renovate ancient pyramid over concerns: 'The pyramids of Giza are safe'

The Menkaure Pyramid Review Committee announced on Thursday that it is scrapping its plans to install cladding on the pyramid of Menkaure, citing concerns about preservation.

Egypt pyramid renovation proposal at Giza sparks backlash: ‘straightening the Tower of Pisa,’ critic says

January 30, 2024

Egypt pyramid renovation proposal at Giza sparks backlash: ‘straightening the Tower of Pisa,’ critic says

A proposal to renovate one of the Giza pyramids is drawing criticism from some critiques who say the ancient monuments should be preserved in their current form rather than renovated.

Become an international traveler on a budget by visiting these 13 affordable destinations around the world

January 4, 2024

Become an international traveler on a budget by visiting these 13 affordable destinations around the world

Traveling the world doesn't have to break the bank. With proper budgeting and choosing affordable destinations, you can create travel memories that will last a lifetime.

Fatal car accident in Egypt

October 28, 2023

Fatal car accident in Egypt

A passenger bus slammed into a parked vehicle on a foggy Saturday morning on a highway linking the Egyptian capital, Cairo, and the Mediterranean city of Alexandria, killing over 30 people, authorities said.

Egyptian queen tomb discovery yields sealed jars of wine from 5,000 years ago, plus 'exciting information'

October 15, 2023

Egyptian queen tomb discovery yields sealed jars of wine from 5,000 years ago, plus 'exciting information'

Jars of wine, some still sealed, were discovered in an Egyptian queen's tomb from 5,000 years ago. Scientists say the excavation from Egypt's first royal cemetery at Abydos reveals secrets.

Egypt warned Israel of attack, House Foreign Affairs chairman claims

October 12, 2023

Egypt warned Israel of attack, House Foreign Affairs chairman claims

The chairman of a key House committee said Egypt warned Israel of an impending attack from Hamas, a claim that the Netanyahu government firmly denies.

Controversy over historical accuracy of Netflix series casting dismissed as 'fear of a Black Cleopatra'

May 13, 2023

Controversy over historical accuracy of Netflix series casting dismissed as 'fear of a Black Cleopatra'

A New York Times guest essay discussed the recent backlash behind Netflix’s “Queen Cleopatra" series that portrays the historical figure as a Black woman.

Netflix's 'Cleopatra' actress calls out online hatred, Egyptian lawsuit: 'Blackwashing isn't a thing'

May 10, 2023

Netflix's 'Cleopatra' actress calls out online hatred, Egyptian lawsuit: 'Blackwashing isn't a thing'

Netflix’s “Queen Cleopatra" actress Adele James blasted critics of her casting, claiming that even Egyptians have been influenced by “self-loathing" to attack the show.