US stocks plunge amid concerns over GameStop frenzy

US stocks tumbled on Friday as retail trading frenzy rattled investors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 2.03%, to 29,982.62, the first time the 30-stock gauge has closed below the…

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Palestine to receive 1st batch of Russian coronavirus vaccine in 2 days

The first batch of Russian coronavirus vaccine Sputnik V is a donation from Russia and will arrive in Palestine within two days

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Lebanese president launches $246m social safety net financing plan

"We will work on distributing the money fairly among the most vulnerable families in the country," Lebanese president said.

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International partners urge Somali leaders to ensure credible polls

International partners called on Somali leaders to compromise to ensure credible parliamentary and presidential elections in February.

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One killed, 226 wounded during protests in Lebanon

Police reportedly fired live bullets in order to stop protesters who tried to storm Tripoli’s government building

Daily News Egypt

Cairo’s public investments rise to EGP 46.5bn in FY 2020/21

Ministry of Planning and Economic Development reviews Citizen Investment Plan in Cairo governorate for FY 20/2021

Daily News Egypt

South Africa to receive 1st COVID-19 vaccine batch Monday

The COVID-19 vaccine shipment is produced by the Serum Institute of India, said South Africa's health department on Wednesday.

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Saudi Arabia sets retrial date for Egyptian engineer over drug smuggling

Emigration Ministry asserts it is closely following case, communicating with competent authorities

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Armed Forces continue disinfecting public places to combat COVID-19

Open air seminars also held to educate citizens about dangers of virus’ spread

Daily News Egypt