2020 Tokyo Olympics faces vast cost overruns
A new estimate commissioned by the freshly elected first-ever woman governor of Tokyo says the 2020 Tokyo Olympics could cost four times the original estimate. Officials have been sent back…
Minister of Endowments issues warning against outlawed Muslim Brotherhood
Egypt declared the Brotherhood a terrorist group two years ago
Alleged ministry-affiliated investment authority officials attempt to inspect ECFR
A lawyer prevented the GAFI officials from inspecting the NGO as they did not provide any legal documents
Civilian, top police officer killed in Ismailia jail break
Six inmates are on the run, as police make efforts to regain control of the situation
Duterte’s move is ‘a massive affront against the US’
The Philippine president has announced his rupture with the US and tilted towards China seeking closer partnership with Beijing. Regional security and economic interests are at stake, says analyst Siegfried…
IED explosion leaves 2 police officers dead in Al-Arish
The violence in North Sinai continue as the army claims it is intensifying attacks against militants
4 democratic parties boycott presidency-sponsored National Youth Conference
Discussions at the conference, which begins Tuesday, will focus on current issues for the state, particularly youth issues
Jude Benhalim: armour of confidence and individuality
She is a woman who is proud of her identity; yet, cannot find the right way to show it to the world. She has many dreams, but none of them…
Egypt claims 7 medals at 3rd day of African Swimming Championship
After winning six medals on the first day of the African Swimming Championship in South Africa from 16-22 October, and seven medals on the second day, the Egyptian swimming champions…
Ministry of Electricity signs purchase agreement with solar companies
The minister has granted investors 10 days to complete the financial closing procedures; eight companies plan to implement feed-in tariff projects with investments worth $600m
