Egypt Today staff

Egypt wins seat in Executive Council of World Meteorological Organization

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 04:24 GMT

The Egyptian General Meteorological Authority (EGM), one of the bodies affiliated with the Ministry of Civil Aviation, won a seat in the Executive Council of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) for a four-year period from 2023 to 2027.

Egypt’s National Dialogue resumes political, economic, social discussions on Sunday

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 04:05 GMT

On Sunday, June 4, the sessions will tackle issues promoting civil work, the Freedom of Information Act, and the seats of lawmakers in the parliament’s two houses.

US First Lady Jill Biden visits Pyramids of Giza

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 03:43 GMT

“What a great way to start the day, I was fortunate to visit the magnificent pyramids of Giza,” said the US First Lady on her Twitter account.

Pics: US First Lady Jill Biden tours Al Azhar Mosque

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 03:31 GMT

“It’s truly my honor to be here at Al-Azhar. Thank you to the Grand Imam for welcoming us today. And Dr. Daoud, Dr. Saddik, Ambassador Moussa, and Dr. Nossair: I am also grateful for your welcome and work on today’s program,” she said in a statement issued by the White House on Saturday.

Egyptian Security Forces member, 3 Israeli soldiers killed near borders: spokesperson

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 01:57 GMT

One member of the security forces tasked with securing the international border line breached the security barrier and exchanged fire as he was pursuing drug smugglers, the spokesman said.

TikTok highlights safety and digital well-being for teens and families at a panel discussion

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 10:30 GMT

TikTok, the world's leading video and entertainment platform, hosted an insightful panel discussion on May 30, delving into the important topics of online safety and digital well-being for teens.

President al Sisi Speaks with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Hamad ibn Khalifa Al Thani

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 09:47 GMT

President Abdel Fattah al Sisi made a phone call with Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad ibn Khalifa Al Thani, as they discussed the two countries’ relations and recent developments within the region.

President Sisi, First Lady receive US First Lady Jill Biden

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 09:44 GMT

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and First Lady Intisar El-Sisi received on Friday US First Lady Jill Biden, who is visiting Egypt for two days.

Egypt condoles with India over collision of trains

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 09:39 GMT

The collision left behind several hundreds killed and injured.

Over 4 million children examined for hearing impairment, under presidential initiative

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 09:37 GMT

The initiative was launched in September 2019. A total of 272,988 children would be re-examined, a week after the first screening at the same unit, Health Ministry Spokesman Hossam Abdel Ghaffar said.

Egypt's PM kicks off visit to Alexandria to inspect projects

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 09:36 GMT

The premier, who was accompanied by Alexandria governor Mohamed el Sherif, started his visit with the inspection of a project for carrying out an integrated strategy for managing rainwater in the governorate

US First Lady visits archeological site in Egypt

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 - 09:27 GMT

Mrs Biden was accompanied by Tourism and Antiquities Minister Ahmed Eissa and Acting US Ambassador in Cairo John Desrocher.

Al Wathaeqya channel to screen ‘Pablo Escobar, The Beginning & The End’ documentary soon

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 11:07 GMT

Al Wathaeqya channel to screen ‘Pablo Escobar, The Beginning & The End’ documentary soon

Egypt’s National Council For Women honors megastar Mona Zaki for her role in the hit Ramadan series ‘Tahet El Wesaya’

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 11:05 GMT

Egypt’s National Council For Women headed by Maya Morsy honors megastar Mona Zaki for her role in the hit Ramadan series ‘Tahet El Wesaya’

National Council For Women honors Egyptian star Essam Elsakka on his role in ‘Yehia W Kenooz’ animation series

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 10:56 GMT

National Council For Women honors Egyptian star Essam Elsakka on his role in ‘Yehia W Kenooz’ animation series.

Debt burden on low- and middle-income states threatens poverty eradication efforts: Egypt at BRICS meeting

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 02:51 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry highlighted the importance of enhancing the efficiency and comprehensiveness of mechanisms for dealing with debts.

16.8% of Egyptians are smokers; 34 millions exposed to secondhand smoke: CAPMAS

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 11:44 GMT

16.8 percent of Egyptians above 15 years of age smoke, the country’s Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS) said, marking the World No-Tobacco Day.

Egypt’s First Lady, Aya El Sisi attend Jordan crown prince's wedding in Amman

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 11:23 GMT

The wedding ceremony was attended by approximately 1,700 members of the Hashemite family and guests of Jordan, including state leaders, crown princes, and personalities from friendly countries.

US First Lady pays Egypt two-day visit

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 10:29 GMT

Egypt is the second stop of Dr. Biden's week-long tour, which includes four countries in the region and began in Jordan.

Port Said to launch largest skating marathon in Egypt, Middle East in June 16

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 - 07:08 GMT

It is an addition to the diversification of the tourism product in Port Said, to attract more domestic and international tourism through the diversity of tourism patterns.

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