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Cairo Opera House to hold international opera concerts on Thursday
The Cairo Opera Troupe, accompanied by the Cairo Symphony Orchestra and led by international maestro Nader Abbasi, will perform a collection of excerpts from the most famous international operas.
Veteran Egyptian actor Mahmoud Yassin passes away at 79
Rather than pursuing law, it was acting that won the day, with Yassin going on to enjoy an acting career that spanned over 55 years, starring in many films and plays, as well as radio and TV series in the 1970s and 1980s.
Culture Ministry to celebrate National Translator’s Day on Thursday
On the occasion, National Centre for Translation offers 50% discount on all its publications
Prominent US poet Louise Glück wins 2020 Nobel Prize in Literature
The academy said that in her poems, the self listens for what is left of its dreams and delusions, and nobody can be harder than she in confronting the illusions of the self.
‘Our Heritage’ handicrafts exhibition to launch on Saturday
Nevine Gamea, Minister of Trade and Industry and Chairperson of MSMEDA, said that the exhibition is part of President Al-Sisi’s directives to provide full support to Egypt’s heritage industries and handicrafts sectors.
Egypt’s first Netflix production Paranormal set to premiere on 5 November
On Monday, Netflix launched the first trial of the series, which is based on the eponymous novel by the late Egyptian author Ahmed Khaled Tawfik.
Egypt to celebrate World Architecture Day on Monday
Created by the International Union of Architects (UIA) in 1985, World Architecture Day’s theme this year is “Toward a better urban future”. Many Arab and Egyptian Architects will participate in the celebration, including representatives from the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS).
Culture Ministry’s ‘People of Egypt’ programme resume activities
Programme aims to build bridges between youth across Egypt
Prominent Egyptian comedian El-Montaser Bellah passes at at 70
Late actor shined in many roles as part of extensive career in Egyptian cinema, theatre, drama
Cairo Opera House announces auditions for Oriental Music Department
The auditions will accept musicians and singers of both genders, on the condition that they are between 18 and 30 years old. Those interested are invited to directly contact the department’s central administration office before 15 November.
Cairo Opera House to launch 5th International Arab Artists Forum
The forum, which will run until 30 September, will be held under the auspices of the International Arab Artists Forum’s founder, Fatima Naim, in cooperation with the Iraqi Embassy in Egypt and the Cairo Art Atelier.
The Egyptian Arabesque artist of the Al-Aqsa Mosque
As the only Egyptian to participate in restoration work on the Al-Aqsa Mosque’s minbar, Magdy Al-Adawy gives further details on the work carried out
Egypt discovers limestone coffin, shabti figures in Minya’s Al-Gharafa archaeological area
The artefacts, discovered during excavations at the Al-Gharafa archaeological area of Tuna El-Gebel, include a limestone coffin and a number of shabti figures.
Egypt celebrates late folkloric dance icon Mahmoud Reda
Honouring outstanding creators is sign of faith in their role developing nation, says Inas Abdel-Dayem
What fortified milk can do for your children
Proper nutrition is crucial for optimal growth and development. Children, in particular, have higher nutritional needs than adults, and are often at risk of micronutrient deficiencies as they are introduced to different foods and many develop picky eating habits at a young age.
Young Egyptian wins 2nd prize in Chinese competition for children’s story writing
The competition was held to raise awareness on methods of combating the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
US Ambassador visits cultural heritage preservation sites in Luxor
Ambassador Cohen stated, “Egypt’s antiquities are an important part of its heritage and that of all humanity, but also an important asset that creates jobs and income. The US has, for decades, worked hand-in-hand with Egyptians to preserve historical sites, strengthen tourism, and create jobs and income.”
Opinion| Sinai’s sacred geography gets Biblical treatment
European travellers of yore tended to focus less on observing surroundings but using religious texts for guidance
Thai Embassy in Cairo organises Halal Food Festival’
Event also presents authentic cuisine from Thai restaurants in Cairo
Google introduces Arabic language Read Along app to improve child reading skills
Application launched as many students were left studying at home due to COVID-19 pandemic
Ancient Nubian kingdom of Kush faces modern-day threat of flooding
Situation is currently under control, but if Nile level continues to rise, measures taken may not be sufficient, says French archaeologist
Old Cairo’s Al-Muizz Street to host first underground music festival
12 bands will perform at Al-Rabaa Cultural Centre’s Tune Festival
Read Along: Your child’s newest reading buddy
The free Android app helps children over the age of five to improve their reading skills in an engaging manner, through the help of an in-app reading buddy. To support Arabic speaking families around the world, the app has now launched Arabic support for Read Along.
Egypt veteran actress Aida Kamel passes away at 89
The acting icon has left behind a long and distinguished career, having participated in about 120 artistic works on radio and television, and in the cinema.
Egypt commemorates 15th anniversary of Beni Suef Cultural Palace fire
The 15th anniversary ceremony will be held as a part of the 27th Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre’s activities, in the presence of Minister of Culture Inas Abdel Dayem.
France will always stand alongside Lebanese people: Macron
Paris is ready to host international conference in mid-October to help Lebanon
Location View: Egyptian creative youth turn scrap, cast-offs into art
Large-scale Pharaonic cat statue was made using 500kg of scrap, while another statue of Cleopatra was made of forks, spoons, and knives, says sculptor Salah
Art by the Sea: Almaza Bay brings together modern sculpture, picturesque beaches
Artists participating in symposium have been working on site, with final pieces currently on display
Egypt to transform Golden Voice contest into talent discovery scheme
Winners of 2020 competition were awarded scholarships at House of Arab Singing
“Forced demolition of mosques” in Xinjiang is not true
According to the official, some mosques in Xinjiang were built in the 1980s and 1990s and even longer ago, with shabby facilities and potential safety hazards.
