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Egyptian Mau cats are energetic, vocal and one of Mother Nature’s biggest fans

From their temperament to their grooming needs, discover whether this cat is the right one for your home

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Imprisoned Egyptian activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah on list for presidential pardon and release

Egyptian state media reports prominent activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah may be released from prison through a presidential pardon

The Independent UK

Ethiopia launches Africa’s largest dam as neighbors eye power imports

Ethiopia has inaugurated Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam to produce more than 5,000 megawatts and boost the electric vehicle industry in a country that has banned the importation of gasoline-powered vehicles

The Independent UK

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From Haile Selassie to crowdfunding, how Ethiopia’s GERD dam was born

After decades of work, funding delays and regional pushback, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is inaugurated.

Al Jazeera

Ethiopia inaugurates GERD dam amid downstream tensions with Egypt, Sudan

Ethiopia celebrates Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam as Egypt and Sudan express fears over water security.

Al Jazeera

Ethiopia Inaugurates Africa's Biggest Dam

Ethiopia was set to inaugurate Africa's largest hydroelectric project on Tuesday that has promised to revolutionise the country's energy sector but sparked diplomatic rows with downstream neighbour Egypt.

International Business Times

Ethiopia’s mega dam has taken 14 years to build: what it means for the Nile’s 11 river states and why it’s so controversial

In April 2011, Ethiopia began construction of Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), on the Blue Nile river. The dam is expected to generate more than 6,000 megawatts of electricity, effectively transforming Ethiopia into the continent’s largest power exporter.

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Every player expected to miss Premier League fixtures due to AFCON this season

The African Cup of Nations takes place in Morocco between December 21 and January

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As Ethiopia launches Africa's biggest dam, citizens are hopeful despite concerns by Egypt and Sudan

Ethiopia will inaugurate the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam along the Blue Nile on Tuesday

The Independent UK

‘Luxury mega resort’ planned at one of the world’s most sacred sites

Egypt’s ‘Great Transfiguration Project’ at Mount Sinai threatens ‘remoteness and serenity’ of site, critics warn

The Independent UK

2,200-year-old gold coin depicting ancient Egyptian queen discovered in Jerusalem

Archaeologists in Jerusalem have discovered a 2,270-year-old gold coin with Queen Berenice II of Egypt and the inscription "of the Queen," suggesting she was a powerful and influential monarch.

LiveScience

Egypt, Qatar condemn Netanyahu remarks on displacing Palestinians in Gaza

Egypt rejects forced Palestinian displacement, labelling it a ‘red line’ and a violation of humanitarian principles.

Al Jazeera

'They Can't Stop Us': StreamEast Denies Shutdown Amid Reports Illegal Streaming Giant Was Taken Offline

Following reports of a shutdown, the illegal streaming service StreamEast defied authorities with a statement declaring, 'They Can't Stop Us.' This comes after a joint operation between the ACE and Egyptian law enforcement led to two arrests and the seizure of devices.

International Business Times UK

Perseid meteors shine with the Milky Way over an ancient Egyptian temple in breathtaking photo

The image was captured on Aug. 12 as the Perseid meteor shower hit its peak.

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We decoded the oldest genetic data from an Egyptian, a man buried around 4,500 years ago – what it told us

A group of scientists has sequenced the genome of a man who was buried in Egypt around 4,500 years ago. The study offers rare insight into the genetic ancestry of early Egyptians and reveals links to both ancient north Africa and Mesopotamia, which includes modern day Iraq and parts of…

The National (Scotland)

Ex-Rangers boss Philippe Clement rejects lucrative managerial return offer

Former Rangers manager Philippe Clement has rejected the chance to manage Egyptian champions Al Ahly.

The Conversation

Curious Kids: in ancient Egypt, did pyramids really have booby traps? Why was treasure hidden inside?

In ancient Egypt, did pyramids really have booby traps? Why was treasure hidden inside? – Effie, age 8, New Plymouth, New Zealand.

Evening Standard

Lammy ‘outraged’ at Israel restricting aid as he announces £15m more for Gaza

The Foreign Secretary announced medical aid for ill and injured Gazans through UK-Med and WHO Egypt.

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The Independent UK

Lammy ‘outraged’ at Israel restricting aid for Gaza as he pledges £15m more for the region

The Foreign Secretary announced medical aid for ill and injured Gazans

The Independent UK

‘Tomb raiding’ smuggler jailed for looting ancient artefacts from Egypt

Ashraf Omar Eldarir smuggled hundreds of artefacts taken from ancient crypts into the US

Benzinga

Husband Gambled Away A Million Dollars And Claims He Can Stop Anytime. Dave Ramsey Says, 'Denial Is Not Just A River In Egypt'

Debra from Sacramento, California, called into “The Ramsey Show” with a devastating story: her husband of 11 years gambled away over $1 million of their savings, and he insists he can quit any time. At age 79, he still works as a pharmacist and earns about $350,000 a year, but…

The Guardian - UK

Rachel Roddy’s recipe for fig, ricotta and orange tart

Fresh figs, so beloved of the ancient Egyptians and Romans alike, are the stars of this ambrosial summer bake that works almost as beautifully with fig jam

The Independent UK

Pro-Palestinian protesters say they were attacked by Egyptian officials. Now they're facing charges

Two brothers protesting outside an Egyptian diplomatic building in Manhattan last week were dragged inside the building by Egyptian officials and beaten with a metal chain, video shows

The Independent UK

Secrets of ancient city revealed as artefacts recovered from seabed

The artefacts recovered from the Mediterranean Sea build on what we already know about the ancient city of Canopus

The Conversation

New finds shed light on Canopus – the ancient Egyptian port city lost to the sea

This year has seen a number of artefacts recovered from the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Egypt. The area has attracted interest for some time due to ongoing searches for the tomb of Cleopatra VII and Alexander the Great. But the new finds add to our knowledge of the…

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