Anahat Singh, 18, becomes the first Indian to win the World Junior Squash Championship, defeating Ruqayya Salem 11-3, 11-7, 11-9 in the women's final in Ontario, marking a historic moment for Indian squash.
A newly discovered 17-18 million-year-old ape fossil in northern Egypt, named Masripithecus, challenges the dominant view that East Africa was the primary hub for early ape diversification, suggesting northeastern Africa played a significant role in hominoid evolution.
Hong Kong's trade promotion body will establish a new office in Egypt within nine months to expand its presence in Africa. This strategic move leverages China's zero-tariff treatment for 53 African nations and recalibrates resources from slower-growing traditional markets.
This article ranks 37 players based on their World Cup performances, with Lionel Messi at number one for his incredible tournament despite a quiet final. It highlights key contributions from players like Canada's Stephen Eustáquio and South Africa's Mbekezeli Mbokazi, alongside disappointments from others such as Colombia's James Rodríguez.
NPR's Short Wave presents three science stories: ancient avocados revealing genetic diversity crucial for future sustainability, mummified Egyptian princesses found to be physically strong and active, challenging assumptions, and a global study on birdsong identifying universal communication patterns.
Ancient rock art in Egypt's Dakhla Oasis, dating back 7,000 years, is deteriorating due to natural erosion, shifting weather patterns, and modern graffiti. Archaeologists are racing to document these fragile petroglyphs before they are lost forever, facing challenges like security clearance delays.
For over a century, engineers have proposed cutting a canal from the Mediterranean Sea into Egypt's Qattara Depression to generate hydroelectricity. Despite detailed planning, notably in the 1970s, the project remains unbuilt due to immense excavation costs and unresolved environmental concerns over increasing salinity.
The 3,400-year-old tomb of Amenhotep III, one of ancient Egypt's most powerful pharaohs, has reopened to the public after two decades of restoration. Located in the Valley of the Kings, the site's reopening on October 4, 2025, precedes the Grand Egyptian Museum's debut, aiming to boost tourism.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty met in Manila, emphasizing the need to intensify diplomatic efforts to resolve the "explosive situation" in the Middle East and reaffirming commitment to advancing bilateral partnership and economic cooperation.
Egypt has decided to abandon the Qattara Depression project, a century-old proposal to generate electricity by flooding a desert basin with Mediterranean seawater. A government review found the scheme economically unviable and environmentally risky, favoring modern solar and wind alternatives.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni praised his team's ability to handle difficult situations after their 3-1 extra-time World Cup quarterfinal win over Switzerland. He highlighted their composure and unity, attributing their success to experience gained from winning the 2022 World Cup.
Ett kryssningsfartyg med nästan 2 000 HBTQ+-passagerare nekades hamn i Kusadasi, Turkiet, och senare i Alexandria, Egypten. Fartyget, som arrangeras av Atlantis Events, har tidigare besökt Kusadasi utan problem.
An LGBTQ-themed cruise ship, the Scarlet Lady, was denied entry to Egypt after previously being blocked from stops in Türkiye. Organizers were forced to reroute the ship for a second time, with Egyptian authorities withdrawing permission at the last minute without public explanation.
Hundreds of euphoric fans welcomed Egypt's national football team home after their best World Cup performance, reaching the last 16. The team was celebrated with an open-top bus parade in el-Alamein, with fans expressing pride and hope for the future of Egyptian football.
Milhares de torcedores egípcios celebraram o retorno da seleção de futebol após sua melhor campanha histórica em Copas do Mundo, com direito a desfile em ônibus aberto e homenagens ao técnico Hossam Hassan e ao capitão Mohamed Salah.
Il capitano dell'Egitto, Mohamed Salah, ha inviato un messaggio ai tifosi dopo l'eliminazione dalla Coppa del Mondo, promettendo un nuovo capitolo per il calcio egiziano e chiedendo fiducia.
Lionel Messi was emotional after Argentina's dramatic 3-2 comeback win against Egypt in the World Cup last 16. Despite facing elimination and Messi missing a penalty, Argentina scored three goals in 10 minutes. Coach Lionel Scaloni also expressed his deep emotion, with his players reportedly calling him 'el llorón' (the crybaby).
Egypt's controversial FIFA World Cup loss to Argentina has become a focal point for the Palestinian struggle, with fans and officials highlighting political tensions surrounding the match. Manager Hossam Hassan dedicated a win to Palestine and criticized the refereeing, while fans displayed flags of both nations.
Following Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, captain Mohamed Salah vowed to improve the national team's performance, urging fans to maintain their belief. Egypt's historic campaign included their first knockout stage victory.
En egyptisk hjälparbetare, Mohamed al-Wahidi, dödades i ett israeliskt luftangrepp i Gaza City en timme före en fotbollsmatch mellan Egypten och Argentina. Tre andra dödades, inklusive två barn. IDF uppger att målet var en Hamas-terrorist och att händelsen utreds.
Gaza residents paid tribute to Mohammed al-Wahidi, a senior Egyptian aid official killed in an Israeli air strike. Al-Wahidi, who organized World Cup screenings, died with three others, including two children, in Gaza City.
Clarice, uma bebê de 18 dias, faleceu em São Miguel dos Campos, Alagoas, após contrair chikungunya da mãe durante a gestação. A cidade registra três mortes pela doença em pouco mais de um mês, incluindo mãe e filha.
Egypt is building a new administrative capital city east of Cairo, spanning 700 sq km, featuring the 385m Iconic Tower as a symbol of its ambition to relieve Cairo's overcrowding. The project, overseen by a military-linked company, involves complex engineering for the supertall skyscraper and aims for smart city principles.
Egypt's World Cup journey, marked by a near-upset of Argentina and a dramatic comeback loss, has ignited national pride and provided a rare moment of collective joy amidst a severe economic crisis. The team's performance, despite the heartbreak, has united Egyptians and offered a sense of hope.
