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Who was William Shakespeare?

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 - 02:28 GMT

On the anniversary of his death, Egypt Today takes a brief look at the life of the world's most famous author, William Shakespeare.

Remembering Swedish DJ Avicii

Sat, 21 Apr 2018 - 05:21 GMT

Following the tragic death of world-famous Swedish DJ Avicii, Egypt Today sorrowfully remembers a music icon who became the face of modern music.

Tribute concert to highlight renowned Ziad Rahbani’s great works

Mon, 26 Mar 2018 - 04:02 GMT

A tribute to Lebanese icon Ziad Rahbani will be held at Bab 18 Art Space on Friday, March 30, 2018

Sisi awards Saudi’s Kattan over 14-year diplomatic mission

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 - 07:52 GMT

Sisi awarded Kattan the Nile Sash, in recognition of his efforts in enhancing Egyptian-Saudi relations over the past 14 years.

Close Up on the best of Elton John on his 71st birthday

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 - 01:32 GMT

March 25 is the birthday of a very special talent, the miraculous Elton John. Egypt Today looks at his life and lyrics

Profile: Al-Nayed may be Libya’s first presidential candidate

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 - 08:58 GMT

Former Libyan Ambassador to the UAE Aref Ali Al-Nayed has officially announced his candidacy for the historic presidential bid.

India mourns beloved Bollywood superstar Sridevi

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 - 01:35 GMT

Sridevi, one of Bollywood's most beloved actresses, passed away on Saturday, February 24. Egypt Today looks at her life.

Profile: el-Sayyid el-Badawi, a media tycoon and politician

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 - 03:18 GMT

El-Sayyid el-Badawi was chosen by the liberal-oriented Wafd Party on Thursday to run for the upcoming presidential election due to take place in March

Remembering the legendary Syrian singer Farid El Atrash

Tue, 26 Dec 2017 - 08:00 GMT

In honor of iconic Syrian singer and actor Farid El Atrash, Egypt Today presents his life and career.

Remembering legendary Egyptian actress Mimi Chakib

Mon, 25 Dec 2017 - 02:24 GMT

On the her birthday, Egypt Today honors the late Mimi Chakib by presenting a profile about her life and career.

PROFILE: Omar Bashir, first ICC-wanted president for war crimes

Sat, 23 Dec 2017 - 01:32 GMT

Who is ICC-wanted Omar Bashir??

Today in History - C.S Lewis, creator of Narnia is born

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 - 12:11 GMT

Nov. 29 is the birthday of C.S Lewis, celebrated Irish-English author who created the “Chronicles of Narnia’ and wrote extensively on his defense of Christianity.

10 times Salah Zulfakar pioneered best scenes in Egyptian cinema

Mon, 13 Nov 2017 - 04:10 GMT

In light of commemorating cinema classics, Egypt Today tracks down some of the best scenes by renowned actor and producer Salah Zulfukar

Swiss drama 'The Divine Order' part of Panorama of the European Film

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 - 03:30 GMT

The Swiss drama film ‘The Divine Order’ (2017) is part of the 10th Panorama of the European Film Festival and is set to screen on Wednesday, November 8.

Gamal al-Ghitani's death anniversary

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 - 03:03 GMT

October 18 marks the death anniversary of the prominent Egyptian author Gamal al-Ghitani.

El Gouna Film Festival - Short Films

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 - 11:17 GMT

Alongside its documentaries and films, El Gouna Film Festival is also a host to a varied selection of unique, experimental short films.

El Gouna Film Festival – ‘The Wonders of the Sea 3D’

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 - 09:50 GMT

Egypt Today looks at one of the films being shown at El Gouna Film Festival.

El Gouna Film Festival – ‘The Wild Frontier’

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 - 09:48 GMT

Egypt Today looks at one of the films being shown at El Gouna Film Festival.

El Gouna Film Festival – ‘Soufra’

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 - 08:54 GMT

Egypt Today looks at one of the films being shown at El Gouna Film Festival.

El-Gouna Film Festival – ‘Rue De La Victoire’

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 - 08:26 GMT

Egypt Today looks at one of the films being shown at El-Gouna Film Festival.

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