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From infrastructure to military drills, China deepens footprint in Egypt as Xi visits Cairo

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s return to Cairo comes as Egypt and China push their relationship beyond infrastructure and trade into technology, defence and a broader strategic partnership with regional implications.

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In 2025, Egyptian researchers mixed eggshell waste into clay bricks to block the walls from absorbing outside heat and transferring it indoors during hot climates; heat transfer dropped 50%

Egyptian researchers tested clay bricks containing eggshell waste and found that a 10% eggshell formulation fired at 1,100°C reduced thermal conductivity by 50%. The eggshells changed the brick's pore structure, slowing heat movement. The approach could recycle food waste into construction materials with potential insulation benefits, particularly for buildings in…

The Economic Times

Egypt bus accident kills 16 in red sea tourist region

A tragic bus accident on the Dahab-Nuweiba road in Egypt's South Sinai has claimed the lives of twenty-two individuals and left twenty-eight injured. Such deadly road incidents are regrettably frequent in Egypt, where authorities recorded about six thousand fatalities in 2025. The primary causes of these accidents include neglect in…

The Times of India

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Sixteen dead in bus crash on Egypt’s Red Sea Coast

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The Independent UK

Sixteen killed in bus crash in area of eastern Egypt popular with tourists

At least 28 people were injured in the accident in South Sinai

The Independent UK

Xi visits Egypt as China seeks deeper influence across the Mideast

China’s President Xi Jinping visits Egypt this week for the first time in a decade

The Independent UK

Quote of the day by Alexander the Great: 'I would rather live a short life of glory than a long one of obscurity.' Life lessons from motivational quote on bold action, impact, safety, silence, success, ambition and meaningful achievement

Quote of the day by Alexander the Great, “I would rather live a short life of glory than a long one of obscurity,” reflects the value of purpose, courage, ambition and meaningful achievement. The quote is widely attributed to Alexander, although there is no direct primary historical source. His campaigns…

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He started washing dishes at 15 in a small Washington cafe; decades later Michael Mina had built a restaurant empire with more than 25 restaurants

Michael Mina’s journey from a teenage dishwasher in rural Washington to the founder of a restaurant empire is a story shaped by hard work, curiosity and a determination to learn. Born in Cairo, Egypt, and raised in Ellensburg, Washington, Mina discovered his passion for cooking while working at a small…

The Times of India

Xi’s busiest travel itinerary in seven years is all about Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping is embarking on his busiest foreign travel schedule in more than seven years, visiting Central Asia and Egypt and expected to attend the BRICS summit in India before meeting Donald Trump in Washington, as Beijing seeks to expand its global influence.

The Economic Times

Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan to hold first defence pact meeting, source says

Top officials from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan met Monday for a defense accord. This joint defense agreement aims to strengthen collective deterrence against aggression. Discussions will cover enhancing defense capabilities and interoperability among forces. Cooperation in the defense industry, including joint production, is also planned. The pact is open…

The Economic Times

US targets Egyptian bank's UAE branches under new push for Iran's economic isolation

The Trump administration is limiting an Egyptian bank's operations in the United Arab Emirates and accusing the financial institution of supporting Iran's leadership

The Independent UK

Egyptian queen’s 673-diamond necklace stolen in Vienna smash-and-grab raid

Police hunt two suspects after historic 200-carat piece is snatched from Austrian museum during opening hours

The Guardian - UK

Ancient shark 'graveyard' uncovered in Egyptian desert

Fossilized teeth from at least seven shark species have been discovered in the Egyptian desert, hinting at its complex, watery past.

LiveScience

Utah's mountains have a hidden glacier that looks just like a pile of rocks from outside but actually contains frozen water as huge as Egypt's Great Pyramid inside

Utah's Timpanogos Rock Glacier looks like a rocky pile but conceals a massive ice-rich core. A new study estimates 1.55 million cubic metres of ice beneath its surface, roughly the volume of Egypt's Great Pyramid, after researchers used 232 gravity measurements to create a 3D model of the hidden glacier.

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UK urged to help free British-Egyptian ‘arrested in Cairo over sister’s activism’

Lawyers claim Eman el-Shazly, from Birmingham, was detained in effort to silence her sister, a critic of Sisi regime

The Economic Times

Xi Jinping to attend SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan

President Xi Jinping is set to participate in the upcoming SCO summit in Bishkek next week, marking a significant engagement for China as the outgoing Chair. Following the summit, he will embark on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan before heading to Egypt. Notably, Kyrgyzstan will assume the SCO Presidency post-summit.…

The Times of India

14 fossilised teeth found in Egypt’s ancient shark graveyard reveal five extinct species from the age of dinosaurs

Fossilised shark teeth from Egypt's Western Desert reveal prehistoric ocean life. Scientists discovered teeth from five extinct shark species in the Abu-Tartur Plateau region. These ancient predators inhabited warm tropical seas during the Late Cretaceous period. The findings expand the known record of shark diversity in North Africa. This discovery…

The Guardian - AU

Comedian Bassem Youssef postpones Australian tour after authorities ask him to provide background checks

Egyptian-American comedian has been criticised for jokes and commentary about Israel and Palestine

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Passage by Colin Thubron review – mortality and memory in a gem of a novel

A terminally ill woman makes a final trip to Egypt in an exquisitely wrought portrait of end-of-life reckoning

The Economic Times

A 3,000-year-old Ramesses II inscription sparks fresh mystery over Egypt’s lost city of Masn

New discoveries at Tell Abu Seify offer clues to the ancient city of Masn. A sandstone lintel bearing Ramesses II's titles was found at the strategic Horus Military Road. This inscription refers to a statue of Horus, the "Lord of the City of Masn". Excavations revealed roads, walls, and temple…

Euronews

Eni doubles down on Egyptian gas: $8.5bn in investments and 230 new wells

The Italian energy giant is deepening its footprint in Egypt with a wave of new exploration, as Cairo pushes to become a regional gas hub.

International Business Times UK

18 African Countries Are Building Their Own Space Programmes to Cut Western Reliance

Eighteen African countries are advancing in space technology, with Egypt leading in collaboration with China. The African space economy is projected to grow significantly, driven by sovereignty and practical applications.

The Economic Times

A 1,600-year-old Egyptian mummy was found with Homer’s Iliad tucked inside its abdomen. Its purpose remains a mystery

An intriguing discovery in Egypt revealed an ancient mummy with a papyrus fragment of Homer's Iliad resting on its abdomen. This fragment, specifically from the Catalogue of Ships in Book II, raises questions about the unique literary practices of ancient Egyptians. Researchers are delving into its purpose, shedding light on…

Euronews

48 ancient Egyptian treasures returned to Egyptian authorities after FBI investigation

The FBI has returned 48 ancient Egyptian artefacts to Egypt following an investigation by its Art Crime Team. The collection includes figurines, amulets and tomb equipment dating from the Pharaonic, Roman and Coptic periods.

The Economic Times

China’s J-16 fighter jets share skies with Rafales in Egypt

China's J-16 fighter jets are participating in joint air exercises with Egypt. These drills follow scrutiny of China's J-10C fighters during a past India-Pakistan conflict. The Egyptian Armed Forces stated the exercises focus on common training and operational learning. Participating forces will exchange experience and align combat concepts during the…

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