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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Egypt, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 8 stories have been published about Egypt which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Egypt foreign minister discusses Israel-Hamas truce with US Secretary of State

Secretary of State · Egypt

Egypt foreign minister discusses Israel-Hamas truce with US Secretary of State

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry received a call from U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday. The two discussed obstacles threatening Israel's truce with Hamas and ways to reach a comprehensive ceasefire, Egypt's foreign ministry said. During the phone call, Shouky stressed the need to build on the truce while implementing the United Nations Security Council resolution issued on Nov. 15.See the Story

Baboon mummy DNA from ancient Egypt reveals location of mysterious port city not on any maps

Baboon mummy DNA from ancient Egypt reveals location of mysterious port city not on any maps

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Ancient Egyptians traded with people in what is today coastal Eritrea to bring baboons to their temples. Ancient Egyptians were big fans of baboons, which they associated with the god Babi, a god of the underworld. Baboons have never naturally occurred in Egypt, according to a new study of baboon mummy DNA.See the Story

Eyeliner dates back to ancient Egypt. Since then it's been used to beautify, resist, and bring us closer to god.

Culture · Egypt

Eyeliner dates back to ancient Egypt. Since then it's been used to beautify, resist, and bring us closer to god.

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Zahra Hankir's new book, "Eyeliner: A Cultural History," explores the history of eyeliner. In ancient Egypt, kohl was used to thicken the eyelashes of the Prophet Muhammad. In India, Hindus smear kohl on their newborns' lids to ward off the evil eye. It is at once a symbol of conformity and rebellion, worn by the Taliban and by Amy Winehouse.See the Story

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Ancient Egypt's baboon mummies' mystery finally solved

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In ancient Egypt, baboons—like many other animals—were mummified as offerings to the gods after their deaths.See the Story

Science · Egypt

Egypt’s Iconic Sphinx May Have Begun as Natural Carving by the Wind

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New York University study suggests the Sphinx may have been built on a natural feature. The ancient Egyptians would have had to add limestone blocks to the natural formation. The Sphinx is a 4,500-year-old monument at Giza that stands in front of the pyramid of Khafre.See the Story

Science · Egypt

Ancient New Year's scene from Egypt uncovered on roof of 2,200-year-old temple

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Paintings show the Egyptian deities Orion, Sothis and Anukis on neighboring boats with the sky goddess Nut swallowing the evening sky above them. The New Year's artwork is the latest of several discoveries scientists have made at the Temple of Esna. The paintings were obscured by two millennia's worth of soot, grime and even bird droppings.See the Story

Review: 'Total War: Pharaoh Boasts a Rich Campaign Map Befitting a Ruler

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The Total War franchise has grappled with many periods of history, from medieval Europe to the Roman Empire to the formation of the United States. Conquering the land of the pharaohs requires careful resource management, Machiavellian plotting in court, and the favor of the gods.See the Story

Sealed 5,000-year-old wine jars from ancient Egypt unearthed

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Archaeologists found hundreds of wine jars at the tomb of a mysterious figure who may have been ancient Egypt's first female pharaoh.See the Story

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