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Art D’Égypte withdraws French sculptor’s invitation over objections to cultural normalization with Israel

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El Gouna Film Festival's 9th edition to kick off on 15 October

Egypt discovers remains of two colossal statues of Ramses II

A chance discovery this week has uncovered the remains of two colossal royal statues in the village of Bahbit Al-Higara in Gharbia Governorate. One has been identified as depicting King Ramses II, while the other is believed to represent the same pharaoh. The find also includes a pink granite block bearing hieroglyphic inscriptions.

Egypt unveils restored Tondo of the Two Brothers ahead of 1st exhibition in Italy

An Egyptian-Italian conservation project has restored the Tondo of the Two Brothers, a masterpiece of Fayum portraiture, as Egypt prepares to lend a major collection of Fayum portraits to Rome for the first time.

Roman-era pyramidal tomb unearthed at Bir Al-Shaghala in Dakhla Oasis

An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered a distinctive pyramidal-shaped tomb dating to the Roman period at the Bir Al-Shaghala archaeological site in the Dakhla Oasis, featuring a rare stone entrance, funerary scenes from the ancient Egyptian Imy-Duat, and a 19-line funerary lament written in Ancient Greek.

Rock-cut tombs at Egypt's Tell el-Yahudiya reveal rare burial practices

A group of rock-cut tombs of different architectural styles at the Tell el-Yahudiya archaeological site in Qalyubia Governorate, alongside further remains of a Roman camp in the upper layers of the site uncovered offering new insights into burial practices in the Eastern Delta.

Inside the Arab Music Institute: The museums (Part 2 of 2)

In the first part of this series, Ahram Online explored the history and architecture of the Arab Music Institute. In this second and final episode, we explore its museums, from the intimate world of Mohamed Abdel Wahab to rare instruments that preserve the sounds of another era.

‘And Then Egypt Rejoiced’: Culture ministry releases rare footage of 1973 victory

Egypt’s Ministry of Culture is marking the anniversary of the 6 October 1973 victory by releasing rare footage documenting the war, the heroism of Egyptian soldiers, and the celebrations that followed.

Intangible Cultural Heritage Conference: Opportunities and challenges, 13–15 October

Egypt’s Ministry of Culture will host the Conference for Intangible Cultural Heritage in Cairo from 13 to 15 October to celebrate the International Day of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Inside the Arab Music Institute: Where Cairo’s 1st Arab Music Congress began (Part 1 of 2)

As Cairo prepares to host the 34th Arab Music Festival and Conference (20-30 October), Ahram Online takes you on a tour of the Arab Music Institute, one of Cairo’s architectural gems, where the first Arab Music Congress began in 1932.

Swiss ambassador spotlights Egypt ties at National Day reception in Cairo

The Swiss Ambassador to Egypt highlighted growing bilateral cooperation in economic development, cultural heritage protection, and climate action at a reception in Cairo marking Switzerland’s 735th anniversary.

Egyptian figures bid farewell to Venezuelan ambassador

Egyptian academics, tourism experts, and business leaders met at Venezuela’s embassy in Cairo to bid farewell to Ambassador Wilmer Barrientos as he concludes his eight-year diplomatic mission in Egypt.

UNFPA Egypt announces footballer Nadine Ghazi as Sports Champion

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Egypt appointed professional footballer Nadine Ghazi as its Champion to advocate for youth leadership, promote girls’ and women's empowerment, and create greater public awareness of UNFPA's mandate.

INTERVIEW | Synthetic drugs fuel psychosis cases in Egypt: NCMH chief

Marking World Mental Health Day, observed annually on 10 October, Ahram Online spoke to Ahmed Al-Nahhas, chairman of the National Council for Mental Health (NCMH), about the challenges facing mental healthcare in Egypt, the stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction, and the urgent need to raise public awareness.