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Tensions rise again between Egypt, Ethiopia over GERD after US-sponsored negotiations
Egypt determined to use all available, possible means to take care of interest, people, water rights, says Sameh Shoukry
Glimpses of Mubarak’s life in presidency, after 2011 ouster
Several events shape late president’s 30-year rule
Sudan celebrates Nile Day under theme of ‘joint investments on the river’
Khartoum hosts annual event for second time
Mahraganat: controversy over barring Egyptian street popular music
“I will drink alcohol and smoke hashish,” is the lyrics of Mahragan Bent El Geran that outraged Musicians’ Syndicate
Egypt concludes rotational chair of AU with good records
Political pundits believe Egypt restores its position in Africa, enhances sustainable development
UN social campaigns in 2020: light at the end of the tunnel
UNICEF, UNHCR succeed in raising people’s awareness of unspoken issues in Egypt
Could the death sentence be a deterrent for terrorists in Egypt?
‘Sentencing a terrorist to death will not eliminate crimes they committed,’ says Egyptian military expert
Calls inside parliament to cancel 2005 free trade agreement with Turkey
‘Agreement is supposed to be reassessed in 2020, but there is no intention to cancel it,’ says economic analyst
What is in store for Iraq, Lebanon, Algeria, and Sudan?
These protests continue through 2020, affecting Egypt’s foreign policy, either directly or indirectly. In this article, Daily News Egypt views those protests, in addition to the impact of US-Iran escalation on the uprisings in Iraq and Lebanon.
Criticism to mental care law unfounded; electrotherapy used worldwide: MP
Critics mainly rejected the use of electrotherapy sessions to regulate the rhythm of the brain, saying that this practice is “misleading,” medically wrong, and unethical
World leaders gear up for Berlin conference after Moscow failure
Germany says Haftar agrees to abide by ongoing Libyan ceasefire
Last round in Washington: an end to GERD strife or a talk going no where?
While the three countries’ foreign ministers are expected to convene in Washington to solve disputes, Ethiopia seeks South Africa as mediator
After initial denial, Iran admits ‘mistakenly’ downing Ukrainian airliner
Ukrainian president expects a full admission of guilt and compensation
Economy Plus poll forecasts currency appreciation, lower interest rates, price cuts across consumer goods
Appreciation of currency, lower interest rates, price cuts across consumer goods, and stability of fuel costs
Qassim Soleimani: the construction worker who spearheaded Iran’s Middle East ‘shadow wars’
Pentagon to deploy roughly 3,500 more troops to the Middle East after killing Quds Force commander
Local Administration Committee supports local council draft law, suggests amendment
Heads of several parliamentary blocs rejected the law, believing that it includes constitutional flaws
Concerns arise as ‘foreign mercenaries’ mobilise to Libyan battlefield
‘GNA’s need is immediate, Ankara deploys Syrian rebels without a troop authorisation from Turkey’s parliament,’ says fellow
The age of streaming: global service providers fight for profit
Streaming as an idea started when its predecessor, a peer-to-peer file-sharing system Napster, was created in 2001, followed by Apple’s iTunes a couple of years later. Spotify, in an attempt to combat music piracy, was founded in 2006 by Swedish duo Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon.
The return of the Information Ministry will not impact the three media supervising bodies: experts
Media figures believe the ministry will have limited roles as all responsibilities are provided to three state bodies in accordance to the constitution
Egypt’s giant natural gas discoveries are key for Egyptian industrial players
Strengthening EGP could result in further margin pressure
Highest HIV rates are in MENA region, with 36,000 cases: UNAIDS Egypt
It is important to provide psychological support for HIV patients as it is linked to behaviors that society condemns such as drugs and sex.
Italy, Egypt’s business relations strengthen despite political differences
Regeni’s murder case still on top agenda in four high level presidential meetings in 2019
Turkey-GNA accord activated: Ankara ready to send troops to Libya as tensions grow
‘Turkey’s most likely objective is to help GNA-allied militias battle LNA to a stalemate, then seek a bargain with Russia as done in Syria,’ says fellow
Total of 65% of citizens in six Middle East countries think corruption increased: TI
According to the research, 44% of people think most or all parliamentarians and government officials are corrupt,
Al-Hattaba’s Al-Shurafa mausoleum: A heritage site with tourist potentials uncovered
Al-Hattaba residents have been living here since the neighbourhood was built. Their history is part of the history of Al-Hattaba
Fyonka: Egypt’s first only-women ride-hailing service, ten months into the market
‘It not only about providing female commuters with safer rides, but to make women a part of the ride-hailing industry as partners,’ says founder
Banning e-cigarettes is not the answer, regulations must be based on market specific risk proportions: research fellow
It’s clear that US cases of acute lung injury happened because of using illegal marijuana products
Debate still on: Is vaping really less harmful than smoking cigarettes?
We have about 40 million vapers worldwide
GIJC19: training and networking venue for investigative journalists from 130 countries
“GIJC was an excellent investment for me as a journalist who wants to specialise in investigative journalism,” says Tunisian journalist
Ride-hailing apps: safe haven for Egyptian women from harassment, yet they come with hefty price tag
‘I am not looking for excellent service, but less harmful alternative to public transport,’ says a female user