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Egyptian FM urges int'l pressure on Israel to accept Gaza ceasefire proposal
Xinhua News Agency
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CAIRO, Aug. 19 (Xinhua) -- Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Tuesday urged the international community to pressure Israel into accepting the latest Gaza ceasefire proposal, affirming that it would help alleviate the humanitarian crisis in...
Egypt denies Hamas weapons transfer, confirms 60-day Gaza truce plan
Al Mayadeen
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August 19, 2025
Egypt rejected Israeli media claims on Hamas weapons transfer, saying its joint plan with Qatar ensures a 60-day Gaza truce backed by the US. Egyptian sources on Tuesday dismissed Israeli media claims that Cairo had proposed transferring Hamas’...
TV Series "Single Mother Father" Casts Hanady Mehanna
Sada Elbalad
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August 19, 2025
Tue 19 Aug 2025 | 03:32 PM Egyptian actress Hanady Mehanna has recently joined the cast of Riham Abdel Ghafour and Sherif Salama's TV series "Single Mother Father". Written and directed by Tamer Nady, the drama marks the second collaboration...
6th annual Smooth Jazz Festival returns to Cairo
KFVS - Missouri
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August 19, 2025
CAIRO, Ill. (KFVS) - The 6th annual Smooth Jazz Festival returns to Cairo at the end of August. Presented by the Harold S. Jones Fine Arts Center, the free community event starts at noon on August 31. It’ll be at the Cairo Regional Airport, 15622...
10 Fantasy Films With Iconic Opening Scenes
Screen Rant
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August 19, 2025
The opening scene of a movie is often considered the most important in a film, as it can determine how many viewers continue watching. While it's rare for audiences to leave after the first scene itself, making an impactful statement with an...
After 12-Year Hiatus, Egypt’s Alexandria Biennale Will Return in 2026
Art in America
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August 19, 2025
After a 12-year pause, the Alexandria Biennale will return with its 27th edition next September, restoring one of Egypt’s marquee art events to global calendars. Curated by artist Moataz Nasr, the exhibition is titled “This Too Shall Pass,” and...
Dallas Jenkins expands biblical universe with new Prime Video series ‘Joseph of Egypt’
The Christian Post - Washington D.C.
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August 19, 2025
Adam Hashmi | Billy BrownThe story of the Old Testament hero Joseph is the latest biblical epic to hit the big screen, as Prime Video has begun production on “Joseph of Egypt” from “The Chosen” creator Dallas Jenkins and starring Adam Hashmi. The...
Czech Tourist Carves Name into Sea Turtle’s Shell in Egypt
Prague Morning
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August 19, 2025
A Czech tourist has sparked outrage in Egypt after carving the name “Láďa” into the shell of a sea turtle, leaving the animal with a painful injury and the risk of infection. The act, filmed by local divers, was widely condemned after the video...
Kyrgyzstanis win two medals at Para Judo Tournament in Egypt
24.kg
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August 19, 2025
16:57, 19 August 2025, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , by Aizhana USENKUL 16:57, 19 August 2025, Bishkek - 24.kg news agency , by Aizhana USENKUL Kyrgyzstanis won two medals in para judo at the IBSA JUDO GRAND PRIX Tournament. The Para Judo...
China Joins Major Archaeological Dig in Ancient Egyptian Capital
Sada Elbalad
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August 19, 2025
Tue 19 Aug 2025 | 02:48 PM A Chinese archaeological team is set to embark on a historic collaboration in Egypt, participating in a major excavation project at the site of the ancient city of Memphis, the country's first capital, according to TV...
Qatar, Egypt Received Hamas Response on Gaza Ceasefire Proposal: Doha
Al Manar
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August 19, 2025
The Qatari Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday that Doha and Cairo have received a positive response from Hamas to a ceasefire proposal that aims at “reaching a comprehensive agreement to end the war”. Speaking at a press conference in Doha,...
15 Best Movies Like Jurassic Park
/FILM - Indiana
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August 19, 2025
"An adventure 65 million years in the making ..." says the tagline on the poster for Steven Spielberg's "Jurassic Park." And for once, the ads don't lie. Decades later, this groundbreaking dinosaur adventure remains a masterclass in blockbuster...
Arab filmmakers who have found success in world of TV
The National News
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While Arab film has reached new heights in recent years, gaining attention at festivals and during award season, major Arab film directors are increasingly bringing their talents to the small screen as well. From popular shows such as Netflix's...
Damascus University's nude art ban sparks student protest
The National News
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Damascus University fine arts students are objecting to a ban on the use of nude models in sculpture, photography and engraving courses. The directive, issued by Dean Fouad Dahdouh, also mandates that he personally oversee students' graduation...
Hamas accepts Egyptian-Qatari ceasefire proposal to end war on Gaza
Mondoweiss
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August 19, 2025
On Monday, Hamas accepted an Egyptian proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza after negotiations between Egyptian officials and the Palestinian factions. The talks with Qatari and Egyptian mediators have been held in Cairo for the past week....
Egypt, Japan sign 12 investment agreements covering strategic sectors
Zawya
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Egypt and Japan have signed 12 agreements and letters of intent in various strategic sectors during the Egyptian-Japanese Investment Forum, held on August 18th, in Yokohama, in the presence of Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, as per a statement....
Egypt: Sinai Cement’s consolidated profits hike 18% in H1-25
Zawya
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The consolidated net profits of Sinai Cement reached EGP 768.81 million in the first half (H1) of 2025, marking an 18.03% year-on-year (YoY) increase from EGP 651.31 million. Net sales jumped to EGP 4.01 billion as of 30 June 2025 from EGP 2.68...
Egypt: Madinet Mas to launch $6.2mln real estate investment fund in Saudi Arabia
Zawya
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Secure Assets for Fixed Earnings (SAFE), owned by Madinet Masr Housing and Development, plans to establish a real estate investment fund in Saudi Arabia, with a target capital of EGP 300 million. This move aligns with the company’s objectives to...
Egypt: Misr Beni Suef’s consolidated net profits hit $19.6mln in H1-25
Zawya
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Misr Beni Suef Cement announced consolidated net profits after tax valued at EGP 952.80 million in the first half (H1) of 2025. The EGX-listed group generated sales amounting to EGP 2.66 billion in H1-25, while the earnings per share (EPS) reached...
Egypt: Raya Holding posts 27.5% hike in H1-25 consolidated net profits
Zawya
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Raya Holding for Financial Investment generated 27.50% higher consolidated net profits after tax at EGP 971.67 million in the first half (H1) of 2025, compared with EGP 762.13 million in H1-24. Revenues amounted to EGP 27.77 billion in the...