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Egyptian Museum to re-open visitors under strict anti-coronavirus measures
In 2018, the Egyptian Museum started showcasing monuments and artefacts of 18th dynasty courtier Yuya and his wife Tjuyu, instead of Tutankhamun’s treasures, she added.
NCW reflects on best and worst of Ramadan series
The NCW pointed out that Galal’s programme contains forms of violence and cruelty, which can negatively affect children, and leads to problems in the future. The programme also contains insults and many forms of bullying against guests hosted by the presenter.
Film festivals of Locarno, New Zealand, Karlovy Vary cancel 2020 editions
Online platforms for watching participating films will be launched
Bollywood loses two veteran actors in one week to cancer
Stars Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor passed away last week
BUE students launch autism awareness campaign
The student campaign, entitled “Earafny” (Know Me) aims at raising awareness on autism, whilst also emphasising the rights of affected children.
Sohag’s Red Monastery brings ancient history to life with magnificence
Ancient church vividly brings together three eras in one mesmerising example of Egypt’s rich history
Mystery solved: ancient humans use can openers about 2 million years ago
The archaeologists have found “these enigmatic, mysterious artifacts” in some of the world’s oldest archaeological sites in Africa, Europe, and Asia, but no one in modern times had figured out how these ancient round stones were used.
#EverydayNile pictures people’s relation with water in Nile Basin
‘I believe that a big part of solution for Nile issues is boosting humanitarian communication among people of Nile Basin countries,’ says Roger Anis
First archaeological cave discovered in North Sinai’s Wadi El-Zolmat
The newly discovered cave, which is located in a tributary of Wadi El-Zolmat or Valley of Darkness, holds unique and diverse groups of rock engravings.
Cultural Ministry announces its agenda for Ramadan nights
Abdel Dayem said, in a statement, that the cultural events will take place online and can be viewed via the ministry’s official YouTube channel and also on its social media pages during the holy month.
Sudanese uprising photograph named World Press Photo of the Year
Japanese AFP photographer’s photo showed “the power of youth and art,” say judges
Ancient burial site discovered at Saqqara
In a statement, the ministry said a shaft measuring 120 cm x 90 cm and 11 metres deep was found, with five still sealed stone coffins at the bottom. Also discovered in the same complex were four niches in a room containing wooden coffins and Late Period human burials.
Temple of Ramses II at Abydos reveals more ancient secrets
The temple was dedicated to the ancient god Osiris, the god of the underworld and Judge of the Dead. The temple has a conventional design patterned after contemporary mortuary temples at Thebes, and its Limestone walls are now very reduced, standing at only two-metre high.
World celebrates Easter at home
Coronavirus casts shadow on Christian festival as millions enter lockdown
Virtual concerts to watch this week
YouTube has confirmed three new live-stream performances that cover a range of musical genres to take place via the website
Prominent celebrities contract coronavirus
Events put on hold worldwide as pandemic continues
Weekend’s virtual concerts, plays, and festivals people can stream at home
Several Egyptian artists joined the movement including Ali El Haggar, Tamer Ashour, and Tarkeba band. Here are all the shows people can stream this weekend:
Stay At Home: Ministry of Culture to publish free books online for public browsing
The ministry encouraged citizens people not to leave their homes by streaming plays and concerts online every day at 9 pm. Abdel Dayem called to spend the time in self isolation to invest in knowledge and spreading awareness.
What to watch to kill time in quarantine?
Daily News Egypt chose nine films and mini-series for those of you who are in quarantine and want to kill time. They range from comedy, drama, to action. Most of them are available online on streaming websites, youtube, or on other outlets.
Best video games to play while you #StayAtHome avoiding coronavirus
Across the globe, hordes started gaming more frequently. This can be seen in the data by various gaming platforms and consoles. Steam, the popular PC gaming platform, revealed that they broke a new record as 20 million people logged in at the same time
Celebrities compete in charity challenge to help Egyptian families affected by storm, coronavirus
The campaign aims at challenging many people to help poor families as much as they could for the coming months.
‘Culture At Your fingertips’ new initiative bringing artistic performances to Egyptians at home
Rare plays, concerts will be available online free of charge
Ensan Films produces Beyond Depression short documentary
Get Depressed! Al Rakhawi said during the interview in the film.
What are the effects of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry?
Massar Egbari is to hold first on-line concert in March
Egypt launches 2.0 Curriculum for special needs children
Inclusive and special education have been at the centre of conversation at an event hosted by the Ministry of Education together with its partners.
Kawkab Al-Sharq Umm Kulthum shines in Cairo Opera via hologram
Under the auspices of Minister of Culture Inas Abdel Dayem, the show featured the famed singer, more than four decades after her death.
UNAIDS launches campaign for zero discrimination against women and girls
Zero Discrimination Day is universal in nature and aims to highlight issues related to all forms of discrimination. The celebration calls on people worldwide to support the rights of everyone to live a life without stigma or discrimination, regardless of their origin, gender, or their serostatus.
Despite COVID-19 fears, India by the Nile 2020 expands its performing, visual arts
The day will include exclusive performances and workshops of yoga as well as music and dance shows, engaging families with a carefully curated programme appealing across different age groups.
Egypt thwarts attempt to smuggle artefacts in 16 parcels
The 16 parcels contained several possible antiquities, replicas, and moulds used to cast these replicas with the purpose of exporting them abroad.
10th Hakawy International Arts Festival for Children to showcase diverse theatre programme
The ten-day festival is brought to audiences by the AFCA Foundation for Arts and Culture, an independent entertainment organisation targeting teens and children in Egypt. This year’s edition witnesses a collaboration with the Dutch Embassy in Cairo that supports the festival with four Dutch performances including one premiere.