President Donald Trump has not been charitable about politicians’ verbal gaffes. He once played a video of Joe Biden’s verbal stumbles at a 2022 rally. During the 2024 campaign, he ridiculed Biden for mixing up Trump and Kamala Harris, saying, “Great job, Joe!” And in 2018, Trump joined in the longstanding conservative lampooning of Barack …
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It’s nearly a month since the United States and Iran agreed a Memorandum of Understanding designed to stop the fighting and start the clock towards a broader settlement. But over the past few days, a cycle of violence has accelerated, sparked by attacks on several merchant ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The US military …
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Talaat Moustafa Group plans to expand its hotel portfolio to up to 40 properties over the next decade as part of a broader growth strategy spanning hospitality, entertainment, and integrated urban development, CEO Hisham Talaat Moustafa said, highlighting the company’s long-term vision for Egypt and the region
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Egypt on Sunday strongly condemned Iranian attacks targeting Jordan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain, describing them as a violation of the sovereignty of Arab states and a dangerous escalation that threatens regional peace and stability. In a series of statements, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected any attacks on the sovereignty […]
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For many Egyptians, the 2026 World Cup introduced a new name alongside Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush: Zico. The Pyramids FC winger, Mostafa Mohamed, quickly became one of Egypt’s breakout stars during the country’s historic run to the Round of 16, scoring crucial goals and earning praise for his performances on football’s biggest stage. But, behind the nickname that echoed across stadiums in North America is a story of hardship, street vending, and nights spent sleeping outdoors.  Although fans and commentators know him as Zico, the player’s full name is Mostafa Mohamed Zaki Abdelraouf. The nickname followed him through Egypt’s lower leagues and eventually onto the World Cup stage, where it became one of the tournament’s surprise stories. Appearing on Amr Adib’s show following Egypt’s World Cup run, an emotional Zico recalled growing up in difficult financial circumstances. Through tears, he described waking up early to train before returning home to help his father sell goods on a mat laid out on the street, often taking over so his father could rest. “There were days when we did not have money to eat and we had debts,” he said. SpeakingContinue reading "Who Is Zico? The Story Behind Egypt’s World Cup Breakout Star"
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The sun is blazing, beach bags are coming out of storage, and group chats are filling up with plans for North Coast getaways. Across Cairo, gym classes are packed, and iced coffees are sipped on sunny terraces as everyone slips into summer mode. It is the season of feeling your best, looking your best, and making choices that leave you energized rather than weighed down. Fortunately, healthy eating in Cairo has evolved right alongside the city’s lifestyle. Gone are the days when eating clean meant forcing down bland salads or obsessively counting calories.  As wellness culture continues to grow among Egyptians, more are looking for healthier alternatives that fit into their lifestyles. Here are some of the standout spots worth checking out this summer. Satisfying Cravings One of the brands leading this shift is Not Junk, which is proving that healthy eating does not require giving up your favorite comfort foods. The restaurant is located in Al Rehab but also offer delivery services through their website and through Talabat. From burgers and pizzas to sandwiches and wraps, the concept reimagines classic fast-food staples using lighter ingredients and healthier cooking methods.Continue reading "Cairo’s Guilt-Free Food Guide: Where to Eat Healthy This Summer"
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France reduced nuclear power generation by 6.3 gigawatts (GW) across eight reactors early on June 13,  as a prolonged heatwave pushed river temperatures higher, limiting the availability of cooling water at several nuclear plants, according to data from utility European Data Format (EDF) cited by Reuters. The reduction represented around 14% of France’s total electricity […]
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Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, and Sameh Elhefny‏, Minister of Civil Aviation, to follow up on the cooperation between the two ministries on securing jet fuel as well as developments related to Egypt’s plan to start producing  Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The discussions mainly focused on […]
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