entertainment Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” opened to an estimated $124.5 million in domestic ticket sales and another $139.6 million from overseas, which is even better than Oppenheimer’s first film. This photo released by Universal Pictures shows Matt Damon as Odysseus, left, and Zendaya as Athena, in a scene from “The Odyssey.” (Melinda Sue Gordon/Universal Pictures … Read more
Egypt has historically had a significant impact beyond its borders, constantly creating visionaries who guide multinational organizations through important moments in history. From negotiating geopolitics at the United Nations to leading contemporary lunar exploration with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), some Egyptian figures have contributed strategic depth to these international platforms. Ghali: From … Read more
There is no doubt that the Suez Canal is one of the most important sea lanes in the world. around 30 percent The total global container trade passes through the canal, while each year more than $1 trillion worth of goods pass through the narrow waterway linking Asia and Europe. For Egypt, the canal provides … Read more
Hossam Hassan, the coach of the Egyptian national team, called for greater international action address The humanitarian crisis in Gaza during a press conference held by FIFA on Monday, July 6, which stated that “any human being” should feel sympathy for civilians affected by the ongoing war. to talk ahead During Egypt’s Round of 16 … Read more
A “mini-tsunami” of oil is flooding the global market after the Strait of Hormuz opened and trapped tankers were finally freed, sending prices down to almost pre-war levels – but the relief may not last long. August oil futures – contracts to buy at a later date – fell to about $70 a barrel on … Read more
From left to right: Jose Mas, his father Jorge Mas, Lionel Messi and Sir David Beckham pose after the 2025 MLS Audi Cup final between Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps at Chase Stadium on December 6, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Elsa/Getty Images Football has long played a secondary role in the American sports landscape, … Read more
Egyptian actress Salma Abu Deif Featured She is among the faces of the new Loewe campaign launched earlier this week, marking the 180th anniversary of the Spanish luxury house, joining a group of international figures chosen to represent the brand’s legacy of craftsmanship. Photographed by New York-based artist Talia Chetrit, Anniversary campaign It brings together … Read more
The Internet was not originally created with privacy as a primary consideration. Every time users visit a streaming website and access content to cloud-based services or communicate over the Internet, their data passes through multiple networks and servers. As concerns about digital privacy continue to grow, Internet users in the MENA region are becoming increasingly … Read more
As insurers withdraw from markets vulnerable to climate change, governments and investors are quietly abandoning the assumption that systems can return to their old equilibrium. Photo by Jeff Gretchen/MediaNews Group/Orange County Register via Getty Images In 2018, California’s insurer of last resort transferred nearly 127,000 policyholders. By the end of 2025, it carried more than … Read more
A new atmosphere seems to be emerging across today’s global biennials that is grounded in immersion, affect and a carefully calibrated sense of experience. Photo: Alessandro Brasile, courtesy Diriyah Biennale Foundation Recent controversies surrounding major biennials suggest that these exhibitions are anything but neutral cultural platforms. The 2022 edition of documenta, curated by the Indonesian … Read more