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'Rich programme' attracts huge turnout at book fair

The 35th edition of the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF) witnessed a large turnout Saturday, attracting a wide audience of readers, intellectuals, and young people who cling to books at the height of the acquisition…

Alqantara publishing inaugurated at DIBF

The Doha International Book Fair saw the inauguration of Alqantara publishing and distribution, in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad al-Thani. Attended by a group of…

Doha-based author unveils latest novel at book fair

Iraqi author Maysaloom Fakher recently launched her latest novel 'Made in Iraq', written in Arabic, at the 35th edition of the Doha International Book Fair. Fakher is a documentry producer and have published four novels…

Season’s agriculture yield ‘the best in years’ thanks to government support

The 2025-26 agricultural season is considered the strongest over recent years due to the improved government support programmes, stronger marketing channels, and higher production levels in spite of the weather-related…

Qatar Rail, PHCC to host awareness event

Qatar Railways Company (Qatar Rail), in collaboration with the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC), is organising the third edition of the “Journey Toward Health” awareness event at Al Sadd Station at the Doha Metro…

Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel

Spain, Ireland, Iceland, Slovenia and Netherlands all withdrew in protest against Israel's participation amid Gaza war.

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Egypt warns of declining air quality as dust storms expected across several regions

Egypt’s Ministry of Local Development and Environment has warned of deteriorating air quality as dust-laden winds are forecast to affect several parts of the country on May 17 and 18. In a statement, the ministry said…

Madbouly inspects Downtown Cairo revival projects, launches ‘Art Street’ initiative

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly conducted an extensive inspection tour across Cairo on Saturday to review projects aimed at revitalising historic districts and landmarks, as part of a broader government…

New Graphic Novel “Landing in Place” Explores Egyptian American Identity Amidst Global History

On May 19, 2026, the Penguin Random House imprint Kokila will publish “Landing in Place: A Graphic Novel,” a coming-of-age story exploring an Egyptian American girl’s search for identity across her college experiences,…

Madbouly inspects heritage restoration, urban redevelopment projects across Historic Cairo

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly inspected a series of heritage restoration, urban redevelopment and transport improvement projects across Cairo’s historic districts on Saturday, as part of the government’s broader…

Quarter of a million join Nakba Day rally as far-right protest also takes place in central London

Quarter of a million join Nakba Day rally as far-right protest also takes place in central London View this post on Instagram A post shared by Middle East Eye (@middleeasteye)

Egypt introduces unified VAT refund system to accelerate procedures, improve efficiency: ETA head

Rasha Abdel Aal, head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), announced the issuance of new executive instructions establishing a unified and comprehensive framework for all tax authority units responsible for handling…

Egypt explores pharma, healthcare investment with US firm

Egypt’s Ministry of Health has discussed investment opportunities in healthcare and pharmaceutical manufacturing with US based Pure Peptides Pharmaceutical, as part of the government’s drive to attract foreign…

Egypt, Pakistan discuss expanding defence industry cooperation, technology exchange

Salah Gamblat, Egypt’s Minister of State for Military Production, held talks with Amer Shaukat, Pakistan’s ambassador to Cairo, on prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation across several sectors, with particular…

Egypt reaffirms industrial partnership with Russia, Islamic World at KazanForum 2026

Egypt’s Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem reaffirmed Cairo’s commitment to deepening industrial and technological cooperation with Russia and countries of the Islamic world during the Russia-Islamic World: KazanForum…

Ministerial coordination underway to ensure effective implementation of Startup Charter goals: Deputy PM

Hussein Eissa, Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, said ongoing coordination and integration among members of the ministerial entrepreneurship group are aimed at ensuring the effective implementation of…

'There is little which is Jewish about Israel': Haim Bresheeth on antisemitism and Gaza

'There is little which is Jewish about Israel': Haim Bresheeth on antisemitism and Gaza Thousands will be marching in London on Saturday to mark the Nakba, the ethnic cleansing of Palestine in 1948, and protest more…

From Nakba to genocide: A Gaza grandmother’s lifetime of loss and resilience

From Nakba to genocide: A Gaza grandmother’s lifetime of loss and resilience At 95, Fatema Obaid has endured daily Israeli bombardment, starvation and the loss of 70 family members. Yet the Palestinian grandmother, who…

Saib announces EGP 835.8m profits in Q1 2026

Saib Bank announced its financial results for the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, posting profits before provisions and taxes of EGP 835.8m, with net profit reaching EGP 222m in March. The bank’s total operating income…