On nationalism, dry drilling, and patriotic promotion: How the Suez Canal opening was presented to the masses
Describing the drilling of the new canal as “legendary,” state media outlets promise prosperity and effective change.
Death sentences for Brotherhood members are pending, will not be carried out in this collective manner: Amr Moussa
In his interview with Daily News Egypt, Moussa opens up on the thorny issues witnessed by Egypt and the wider Arab region.
‘State of Sinai’ militants threaten to kill Croatian hostage
Militant extremist group "State of Sinai" threatened to kill Croatian hostage Tomislav Salopek, if Egypt doesn't release "Muslim female captives", in new video released Wednesday. Salopek was shown in the short video wearing orange prisoner…
Munich Re ups profit guidance on healthy quarter
Germany's Munich Re has reported a marked rise in second-quarter profit. The world's largest reinsurer said the strong result was due to its thriving investment business and a lower rate…
Ecologists concerned over Suez expansion impacts
In Egypt, dignitaries and regular citizens are celebrating the lavish inauguration of the Suez Canal expansion. But scientists are concerned about its environmental impacts - particularly from invasive species.
The 41,000 pillars of the New Suez Canal
Thousands of workers lived in desert conditions for months, with little reward from the state
Strong US business boosts Deutsche Telekom’s profits
The Telekom's sales have seen healthy growth in the second quarter, boosted by its even faster-growing US subsidiary T-Mobile. T-Mobile has risen to become the third largest telecom provider in…
Bayern Munich win Audi Cup friendly
Bayern Munich have claimed their third Audi Cup in four attempts, defeating Spanish giants Real Madrid. A late goal from Polish striker Robert Lewandowski secured the victory for the Bavarians.…
Reflections of history on the Suez Canal
"The tour boat passes a mosaic depicting the glorious triumph of the Egyptian people in re-capturing Sinai... The soldiers look upwards and onwards, towards progress and towards the future"
UAE banks seek to be largest financer of Suez Canal projects
Emirates NBD is prepared with local and foreign liquidity to engage in direct financing of projects and to support Emirati investors
