Cairo is the capital and largest city of Egypt and the Cairo Governorate, being home to more than 10 million people. It is also part of the largest urban agglomeration in Africa, the Arab world, and the Middle East. The Greater Cairo metropolitan area is one of the largest in the world by population with over 22 million people.
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Explore Egypt’s capital with real walking tours, ancient site tours, and modern museum experiences.
Enjoy the lively streets and markets of Cairo in this high‑definition walking tour.
An immersive livestream‑style walking tour through different neighborhoods of Cairo.
Experience the Giza plateau with this in‑depth walking tour among the pyramids and the iconic sphinx.
Discover the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization — all set near the Giza Plateau, with spectacular artifacts and exhibits. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Explore the historic Khan el‑Khalili bazaar, one of Cairo’s most famous street markets and cultural hubs.
The Pyramids of Giza — including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure — and the Great Sphinx are among the most iconic monuments of ancient Egypt, part of the Giza Plateau just outside modern Cairo. They remain top destinations for travelers exploring Egyptian history. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization, located near the Giza Plateau. It houses vast collections of ancient artifacts, including spectacular Tutankhamun treasures, and opened officially in late 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Khan el‑Khalili has been a bustling market and cultural center for centuries, with spices, crafts, and traditional Egyptian street culture. It’s one of the best places in Cairo to experience local life. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Cairo blends ancient heritage, dynamic city life, and cultural depth — making it one of Africa’s most fascinating capitals to visit. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
President Donald Trump said Saturday he plans to create an “AI Force” and name an AI czar as the government faces growing calls to impose guardrails on the rapid development of artificial intelligence. The president, writing on Truth Social, repeated his assessment that fears over AI amount to a hoax and also seemed to acknowledge …
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Deep inside the labyrinthine alleys of Acre’s Old City – home to a 700-year-old Crusader fortress – Muhammad Hani could not order a takeaway pizza. Delivery drivers struggled to navigate the maze of tightly packed ancient buildings, narrow alleyways and winding streets – leaving many of the Arab citizens of Israel there cut off from …
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Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Central Bank Governor Hassan Abdalla met to coordinate the preparation of a National Economic Transformation Programme and review ongoing efforts to reduce inflation and increase dollar inflows. During the meeting, which focused on priority economic files and mechanisms to enhance financial and monetary stability, the officials reviewed several axes […]
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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi called for a comprehensive agreement to end the crisis involving Iran, restore regional stability and safeguard freedom of international navigation during talks with CIA Director John Ratcliffe that also covered Gaza, Sudan, Somalia and security cooperation between Cairo and Washington. Al-Sisi received Ratcliffe in the presence of Egyptian General Intelligence […]
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Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah scored his first hat-trick on Saturday, 19 September, after a dominant 4-0 victory over league leaders Galatasaray, a Turkish professional football club. In the standout fixture of the seventh round, Trabzonspor, the Turkish football club which Salah joined on 6 August 2026, overwhelmed the visitors with multiple counter-attacks in front of goal. In the fourth minute, Salah started his run from his own half and fired past Galatasaray goalkeeper Ugurcan Çakir to give Trabzonspor an early lead. He then set up Noah Saviolo for the second goal in the 39th minute to double the hosts’ advantage and pressure Galatasaray. Minutes later, Salah struck again to complete his second goal of the night after receiving a wide pass played in by Francolino before finishing it. Ten minutes from full time, Salah completed his hat-trick once more in similar style to the opener, running forward from his own half to score and take his tally to seven goals in the Turkish league. This is Trabzonspor’s first win under newly appointed German coach Thomas Reis, while Galatasaray failed to extend their position at the top of the table, puttingContinue reading "Mohamed Salah Fires a First Trabzonspor Hat Trick as Trabzonspor Crush Galatasaray 4-0"
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For many older adults, living independently means being able to manage everyday routines while knowing that help is available when it is needed. It can mean staying in a familiar home, maintaining social connections, and making personal choices without giving up a sense of control. Technology is creating new ways to support these goals. From smart lighting and voice assistants to artificial intelligence (AI), fall detection, and digital health tools, everyday devices are becoming part of how people approach aging at home. The goal is not to fill a home with complicated gadgets. The more useful approach is to choose technology that addresses practical needs without making daily routines harder. Smart Homes Can Make Everyday Life Simpler A smart home does not necessarily need to look futuristic. Sometimes, the most useful technology is also the simplest. Smart lights can be programmed to turn on at particular times or controlled without reaching for a switch. Smart thermostats can adjust the temperature automatically. Voice assistants can help with reminders, timers, calls, and other basic tasks. These small changes can become especially useful when mobility, vision, hearing, or memory makes certain activities moreContinue reading "How Smart Technology Is Helping Older Adults Live More Independently"
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Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan laid the foundation stone for TAQA Arabia’s 14-kilometer natural gas pipeline serving the Al-Rawdah Industrial City in the Ma’an Development Area, marking a strategic milestone for Jordan’s industrial and energy sectors, according to TAQA Arabia’s LinkedIn page. The project is part of two natural gas supply projects for Al-Rawdah and […]
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The French energy major TotalEnergies has entered into a partnership agreement with Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a BlackRock affiliate, to cover its interests in selected oil and gas infrastructure assets in Africa, according to a TotalEnergies press release. Under the agreement, GIP will provide a $1.8 billion capital contribution to TotalEnergies. In return, TotalEnergies will pay GIP […]
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