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Wooden Diorama of Granary and Scribes Found in Ancient Egyptian Tomb of Meketre
A wooden diorama found in the tomb of Meketre, a high-ranking official in ancient Egypt, depicts a granary with scribes, highlighting Egypt’s reliance on grain storage and record-keeping. Discovered in 1920, the model is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. It shows a design to prevent theft and pest damage, with figures carr...
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Why Trump's Plan On Palestinian Displacement From Gaza Rings Alarm Bells In Area
US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Jordan and Egypt should take more Palestinians from Gaza, shattered by 15 months of war, is seen raising concerns among the enclave's inhabitants as well as its neighbours.
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Marble Bust Found in Egypt Sparks Debate Over Cleopatra VII’s Depiction
A marble bust discovered beneath a temple wall at Taposiris Magna in Egypt is believed by archaeologist Kathleen Martinez to represent Cleopatra VII. The statue, wearing a royal diadem, has drawn scepticism from experts, with Zahi Hawass suggesting a Roman-era origin instead. Found alongside the bust were 337 coins, oil lamps, a bronze ring, and ot...
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2,100-Year-Old Temple Discovered in Egypt Hidden in Cliff Face, Reveals Carvings of Ancient Gods
A 2,100-year-old temple has been unearthed at Athribis near Sohag, Egypt. Reliefs show King Ptolemy VIII making offerings to the goddess Repit and her son Kolanthes. Rare carvings of decans with animal heads were also found at the entrance of a chamber that once held temple utensils. Scholars suggest further analysis is needed to understand its his...
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Mohamed Salah Not Nominated For African Player Of The Year 2024 Award
Atalanta and Nigeria striker Ademola Lookman, who finished 14th in the Ballon d'Or rankings, is the favourite to pick up the award.
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"This Is Anubis": Apollo The Dog Is Viral After Climbing Giza Pyramid
The viral footage, captured by American paragliding enthusiast Alex Lang and shared online by his friend Marshall Mosher, showed Apollo - the dog - fearlessly climbing the 136-metre monument.
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In Sonakshi Sinha And Zaheer Iqbal’s Travel Tales, Next Stop Is Italy
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal got married in June 2024
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Mossad Chief Heads To Qatar, Israel Continues Multi-Front War: 10 Facts
Israel's Mossad chief is set to visit Qatar to discuss the release of hostages in Gaza, even as Egypt proposed a two-day truce in the Palestinian enclave, as regional tensions simmered.
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3,200-Year-Old Egyptian Military Barracks Found with Sword Inscribed with Ramesses II's Name
Archaeologists in Egypt have unearthed a 3,200-year-old military barracks in the northwest Nile Delta. Among the remarkable discoveries is a bronze sword inscribed with the name of Ramesses II, likely awarded to a high-ranking officer. The site, strategically located along a military road, features storerooms for grain, ovens for baking, and animal...
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British Man Develops Flesh-Eating Disease After Being Bitten By Deadly Spider
Necrotising fasciitis is a rare and life-threatening infection that can happen if a wound gets infected and it needs to be treated in a hospital straight away.
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NASA Images Show Construction Of Egypt's Brand-New Capital City
The city dubbed as The New Administrative Capital (NAC) will be a sprawling metropolis, comparable in size to Singapore, and designed to accommodate over 6 million residents.
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Ancient Egyptian Astronomy Observatory With Clues About Sun and the Stars Unearthed
Archaeologists have uncovered a 2,500-year-old astronomy observatory in Buto, Egypt, within a temple complex dedicated to the goddess Wadjet. This significant discovery dates back to the sixth century BCE, a period marked by political instability as pharaonic power began to wane. The observatory, spanning 850 square metres, is the largest known fro...
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Surveillance System Along Borders Could Pave Way For Ceasefire In Gaza
Israeli and Egyptian ceasefire negotiators are in talks about an electronic surveillance system along the border between Gaza and Egypt that could allow Israel to pull back its troops from the area if a ceasefire is agreed.
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From Ancient Egypt To Modern-Day Clothing: The Story of Linen And Why It's Perfect For Summers
One of the biggest buzz words for summer is linen, the versatile fabric used in everything from tops to curtains. Its popularity during the summer is well-deserved. Heres why linen is such a favoured fabric for the hotter months.
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Hamas, Israeli Negotiators Arrive In Cairo For Gaza Ceasefire Talks
Egypt is hosting delegations from Hamas, Israel, Qatar and the US in Cairo with the aim of reaching a "comprehensive truce" in the Gaza Strip.
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Wooden Diorama of Granary and Scribes Found in Ancient Egyptian Tomb of Meketre
A wooden diorama found in the tomb of Meketre, a high-ranking official in ancient Egypt, depicts a granary with scribes, highlighting Egypt’s reliance on grain storage and record-keeping. Discovered in 1920, the model is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. It shows a design to prevent theft and pest damage, with figures carr...
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Why Trump's Plan On Palestinian Displacement From Gaza Rings Alarm Bells In Area
US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Jordan and Egypt should take more Palestinians from Gaza, shattered by 15 months of war, is seen raising concerns among the enclave's inhabitants as well as its neighbours.
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Marble Bust Found in Egypt Sparks Debate Over Cleopatra VII’s Depiction
A marble bust discovered beneath a temple wall at Taposiris Magna in Egypt is believed by archaeologist Kathleen Martinez to represent Cleopatra VII. The statue, wearing a royal diadem, has drawn scepticism from experts, with Zahi Hawass suggesting a Roman-era origin instead. Found alongside the bust were 337 coins, oil lamps, a bronze ring, and ot...
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2,100-Year-Old Temple Discovered in Egypt Hidden in Cliff Face, Reveals Carvings of Ancient Gods
A 2,100-year-old temple has been unearthed at Athribis near Sohag, Egypt. Reliefs show King Ptolemy VIII making offerings to the goddess Repit and her son Kolanthes. Rare carvings of decans with animal heads were also found at the entrance of a chamber that once held temple utensils. Scholars suggest further analysis is needed to understand its his...
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Mohamed Salah Not Nominated For African Player Of The Year 2024 Award
Atalanta and Nigeria striker Ademola Lookman, who finished 14th in the Ballon d'Or rankings, is the favourite to pick up the award.
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"This Is Anubis": Apollo The Dog Is Viral After Climbing Giza Pyramid
The viral footage, captured by American paragliding enthusiast Alex Lang and shared online by his friend Marshall Mosher, showed Apollo - the dog - fearlessly climbing the 136-metre monument.
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In Sonakshi Sinha And Zaheer Iqbal’s Travel Tales, Next Stop Is Italy
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal got married in June 2024
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Mossad Chief Heads To Qatar, Israel Continues Multi-Front War: 10 Facts
Israel's Mossad chief is set to visit Qatar to discuss the release of hostages in Gaza, even as Egypt proposed a two-day truce in the Palestinian enclave, as regional tensions simmered.
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3,200-Year-Old Egyptian Military Barracks Found with Sword Inscribed with Ramesses II's Name
Archaeologists in Egypt have unearthed a 3,200-year-old military barracks in the northwest Nile Delta. Among the remarkable discoveries is a bronze sword inscribed with the name of Ramesses II, likely awarded to a high-ranking officer. The site, strategically located along a military road, features storerooms for grain, ovens for baking, and animal...
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British Man Develops Flesh-Eating Disease After Being Bitten By Deadly Spider
Necrotising fasciitis is a rare and life-threatening infection that can happen if a wound gets infected and it needs to be treated in a hospital straight away.
-
NASA Images Show Construction Of Egypt's Brand-New Capital City
The city dubbed as The New Administrative Capital (NAC) will be a sprawling metropolis, comparable in size to Singapore, and designed to accommodate over 6 million residents.
-
Ancient Egyptian Astronomy Observatory With Clues About Sun and the Stars Unearthed
Archaeologists have uncovered a 2,500-year-old astronomy observatory in Buto, Egypt, within a temple complex dedicated to the goddess Wadjet. This significant discovery dates back to the sixth century BCE, a period marked by political instability as pharaonic power began to wane. The observatory, spanning 850 square metres, is the largest known fro...
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Surveillance System Along Borders Could Pave Way For Ceasefire In Gaza
Israeli and Egyptian ceasefire negotiators are in talks about an electronic surveillance system along the border between Gaza and Egypt that could allow Israel to pull back its troops from the area if a ceasefire is agreed.
-
From Ancient Egypt To Modern-Day Clothing: The Story of Linen And Why It's Perfect For Summers
One of the biggest buzz words for summer is linen, the versatile fabric used in everything from tops to curtains. Its popularity during the summer is well-deserved. Heres why linen is such a favoured fabric for the hotter months.
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Hamas, Israeli Negotiators Arrive In Cairo For Gaza Ceasefire Talks
Egypt is hosting delegations from Hamas, Israel, Qatar and the US in Cairo with the aim of reaching a "comprehensive truce" in the Gaza Strip.
