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How the Great Pyramid of Giza has survived 4,500 years of Egyptian earthquakes

The Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt has survived more than 4,500 years. Earthquakes have repeatedly shaken the region, including the magnitude 5.8 Cairo earthquake in 1992, which dislodged some of the pyramid’s outer casing stones. Yet the main body remained essentially intact.

The Conversation

Great Pyramid of Giza is remarkably resilient to earthquakes —‬ and it's due to the ancient Egyptians' 'extraordinary' engineering knowledge

The Great Pyramid of Giza has survived for more than 4,600 years despite nearby earthquakes, and new research reveals why.

LiveScience

Eagles of the Republic review – seductive thriller of corruption and compromise in post-Mubarak Egypt

The third film in Tarik Saleh’s ‘Cairo trilogy’ is a about a washed-up movie star who is bullied into starring in government propaganda

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EU pays Egypt billions to manage migration — Cairo says it is not enough

Egypt’s growing refugee and migrant population, seeking safety from wars in Sudan, Syria and the wider region, has put further pressure on aid agencies and public services as Cairo urges Europe to share more of the cost.

Euronews

Former stars debate Africa’s World Cup chances

JOHANNESBURG - Former Senegal star El Hadji Diouf shares the belief of CAF president Patrick Motsepe that an African team can win the 2026 World Cup, but Nigeria great Jay-Jay Okocha is unsure.

Bangkok Post

Only A Well-Rounded Person Will Know All 26 Answers In This General Knowledge Quiz

Are you a true general knowledge pro? From old school content to random social media posts, believe us, you’ve been accumulating all the knowledge needed to finish this quiz with a strong score. Okay, maybe you won’t know all the answers, but as long as you stick around until the…

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Haier Signs Four-Year Sponsorship with Al Ahly FC, Becoming the Club's Second Main Sponsor

CAIRO, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Haier, the world's No. 1 major appliances brand for 17 consecutive years as ranked by Euromonitor International, has signed a four-year sponsorship agreement with Al Ahly FC, Egypt's most iconic and successful club in African football history with a record 12 CAF Champions League…

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Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costs

Nations globally are taking action to protect citizens from rising energy prices. Countries are introducing subsidies, tax cuts and fuel conservation measures. Some are increasing domestic production and seeking external financing in an effort to stabilize markets and ensure energy security amidst ongoing global conflicts.

The Economic Times

How a shifting Nile landscape shaped the rise of the ancient empire of Kush in Sudan

When I first became co-director of an archaeological project at Jebel Barkal in northern Sudan in 2018, I was amazed by the site’s pyramids, temples and palaces. It had been an urban center in the ancient empire of Kush, which dominated the Nile Valley off and on for over 2,000…

The Conversation

Suez Canal summit: global tourism holds its breath

More than 300 world tourism leaders have gathered on an unprecedented Suez Canal cruise in Egypt to seek solutions to a crisis over the Iran war that threatens the summer with more expensive flights, route cuts and fewer flights due to fuel shortages.

Euronews

Buried for 3,000 years: Egypt’s Lost Golden City of Luxor reveals an ancient world frozen in time

For decades, archaeologists searching Egypt’s deserts mainly uncovered tombs, temples, and royal burial chambers. The stories of kings and queens survived in stone, while the lives of ordinary people slowly disappeared beneath the sand. That is partly why the discovery of the Lost Golden City of Luxor created such excitement…

The Times of India

Middle East tourism pain is Europe's gain

Europeans are choosing to vacation closer to home as the war in the Middle East has amplified security concerns and made long-haul flights more expensive. "Many European travellers who are hesitant to travel to the Middle East, in the eastern Mediterranean (Turkey, Greece or Egypt) or destinations even closer to…

The Economic Times

British baby dies after contracting E coli on Egypt holiday

One-year-old Ariella Mann developed a rare kidney condition linked to E coli after staying at the hotel, lawyers said

The Independent UK

How realistic is threat of Iran charging to use internet cables under strait of Hormuz?

Plan floated in Iranian media to extract revenues from US tech firms would rely on intimidation and is legally dubious

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Viking Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Viking (NYSE:VIK) reported a stronger first quarter for fiscal 2026 and announced a leadership transition, with founder Torstein Hagen moving from chief executive to executive chairman and Leah Talactac, previously president and chief financial officer, taking over as president and CEO. Hagen said

The Economic Times

In 1887, an Egyptian woman dug for fertilizer in the ruins of Amarna and uncovered the lost diplomatic network of the Bronze Age

While searching for fertilizer in 1887, an Egyptian woman made a startling discovery: baked clay tablets that would come to be known as the Amarna Letters. These documents unveiled ancient diplomatic communications, offering a fascinating glimpse into the relationships between Egypt and its neighboring cultures. The letters redefined the role…

The Times of India

5 massive pyramids still standing today: Why the largest one is not in Egypt

Ancient pyramids are often associated with Egypt. However, the largest pyramid ever built is in Mexico. The Great Pyramid of Cholula, known as Tlachihualtepetl, is a man-made mountain. It has a massive footprint, dwarfing the Great Pyramid of Giza in volume. This Mexican marvel is often overlooked, mistaken for a…

The Economic Times

Iran says no US visas issued yet for 2026 World Cup

Iran's football team faces uncertainty for the 2026 World Cup in the United States. Federation chief Mehdi Taj reports no visas have been issued yet. The team awaits guarantees from FIFA regarding the visa process. Players are expected to travel for fingerprinting. Iran is scheduled to play New Zealand, Belgium,…

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Wood urges New Zealand to 'create some history' at World Cup

Chris Wood will lead New Zealand's football team at the World Cup. The squad aims to make history by securing their first-ever win. Wood, a prolific striker, expressed confidence in the team's ability to compete. The tournament begins next month. New Zealand faces Iran, Egypt, and Belgium in Group G.

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Is Mohamed Salah injured this weekend? Liverpool superstar fitness latest

The Egyptian King has been unavailable since Liverpool’s game against Crystal Palace

Sports Illustrated

Egypt 2026 World Cup Preview: Major Chance to Take the Next Step

Egypt knows plenty about continental success, but joy on the world stage has been alarmingly less prevalent.

The Conversation

Why was an Egyptian mummy stuffed with a fragment of Homer’s Iliad?

Archaeologists have found something unexpected inside a 1,600-year-old Roman-era Egyptian mummy: a fragment of Homer’s Iliad. It wasn’t placed beside the body, but inside the mummy’s abdomen. But the real surprise isn’t just where the fragment was found. It’s how it got there. To understand, we must go back –…

LiveScience

Lion's head pendant: An ancient Egyptian board game piece that was later repurposed into a magical religious object with baboons

An ancient Egyptian board game piece was repurposed centuries later in Sudan into a dazzling gold-and-amethyst pendant.

The Times of India

Did Cleopatra really die from a snake bite: The truth behind Egypt’s last queen’s mysterious death

For centuries, the death of Cleopatra has been wrapped in mystery, drama, and legend. Most people know the famous version of the story. The last queen of Egypt reportedly allowed a deadly snake to bite her inside her royal chamber after the fall of her kingdom to Rome. It is…

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2026 FIFA World Cup: Eight Countries With a Point to Prove

Sleeping giants are determined to wake from dormancy this summer.

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