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NGO law will comply with constitution and international standards: Ministry of Social Solidarity
Ministry says NGO law will be issued by the next parliament
Israel assassinates senior Hamas officials
Israel kills three Hamas officials, Mohamed Abu Shamala, Raed Al-Attar, and Mohamed Barhum.

AUC students aim to turn ‘Trash into Cash’ in Cairo slum
Project draws inspiration from a similar recycling model applied in the Zabaalin community, which has managed to create a “self sustaining recycling system” that recycles approximately 80% of collected trash
Making a living on the street
92% of Egypt’s 5 million street vendors operate without a license

What are the forces that underpin Al-Sisi’s management of the country?
It is now clear, to all those concerned, that President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi does not depend on political parties or forces in his administration of the country’s affairs. He has been clear and careful in emphasising this since he was elected into the presidency. Although he was trying to win support from various factions during …

Former Mubarak industry minister sentenced to 15 years
Rashid Mohamed Rashid and his daughter, who were referred to criminal court in March, were facing charges of smuggling EGP 500m to Cyprus

Ministries of Housing, Industry to settle with 1,250 New Cairo factories to resume work
Concession agreements will be adopted and operation licences issued immediately to allow project managers to carry on working

Studies on Suez Canal Project to start within days: Dar Al-Handasah operations director
There is an “aggressive” plan to finish the studies as soon as possible, Yehia Zaki says.
Police arrest 6 Morsi supporters at Alexandria demonstration
Dispersals of demonstrations continue as forces continue to crack-down on dissenting voices

Human rights groups demand access to Gaza from Israel, Egypt
Israel and Egypt have denied human rights organisations Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch entry into Gaza to investigate violations

Gaza fighting resumes as truce collapses
Israel recalls its negotiators from Cairo and resumes airstrikes on Gaza Strip, Al-Qassam Brigades say Israel has opened “the gates of hell” onto itself

Supply service call centre to be inaugurated Thursday: MCIT
Hotline to be established to receive complains from citizens and keep them informed of their ration supplies, said MCIT
30 arrested in North Sinai operation
Tunnels in Sinai destroyed by armed forces bringing total to 1696

Alaa Abdel Fattah launches hunger strike
Prominent activist vows he will “no longer play the role they’ve written for me”

Beyond conflict, prejudice, and stereotype
Muslims and Jews meet at Muslim Jewish Conference in Vienna to discuss “Combating for Peace”

Bringing international literature to the blind
The nonprofit online magazine Albawtaka Review is translating and recording English audio books into Arabic for Egypt’s blind

Tourism insights from around the world
By Omar Khedr Changing perceptions and successfully rebounding an entire industry is generally a herculean challenge. Representing approximately 6.5% of Egypt’s total Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as well as being an important source of foreign exchange, Egypt’s travel and tourism industry forms a vital bedrock of her economy. The industry benefits from several competitive advantages. …
Update: Gaza ceasefire, talks collapse
Israel recalls delegations from Cairo: Official

Al-Sisi ‘continuing democratic transition’: US State Department deputy spokeswoman
Remarks come despite US being “deeply disturbed” by HRW report on Rabaa dispersal
Israel, Hamas ready for any outcome of Gaza talks
Gaza talks continue in Cairo as ceasefire expiry draws near

Dar Al-Handasah wins Suez Canal project bid; 8 months needed to finish master plan
French engineering services company Egis selected to evaluate performance of project master plan

Rabaa 1-year anniversary sees increasing detentions
Daqahleya police arrest two people for distributing video footage of the Rabaa Al-Adaweya and Nahda dispersals. Abdeen Court denies anniversary protesters’ appeal

Germany returns illegally obtained archaeological samples from Cheops Pyramid
The German government returned 15 archaeological samples from inside the Cheops Pyramid to the Egyptian Ambassador in Berlin last week after Egypt pressed charges against two German researchers for illegally removing them from the country.
Egypt calls for restraint in Ferguson
Foreign ministry reflects UN Secretary General’s call for respect for the right to peaceful assembly
Egypt among top 20 destinations for international students
Originally published by Egyptian Streets According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), Egypt ranks as one of the top 20 destinations for international students in the world. The North-African country ranked as the second destination in the Arab world and 19th among the top 20 destinations for international students, hosting 49,011 students …

Arab Contractors to significantly expand Egyptian and Saudi operations: Chairman
In an interview with Al-Borsa, company Chairman Engineer Mohsen Salah talks about the the company’s upcoming expansion projects in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

Food crisis in Cameroon
The country ranks 150 out of 186 countries on the 2013 UNDP’s Human Development Index, which measures countries based on income, life expectancy and education.

Tanzania: Rural areas to have better telecom services
The project is expected to commence as soon as possible and it will cover 16 regions in Tanzania, including Arusha, Tabora, Iringa, Kagera, Manyara, Dodoma, Lindi, Mbeya, Morogoro and Mtwara.

In sub-Saharan Africa, primary school teacher shortage on the horizon
Analysts believe this rate could enable the country to meet the challenges of a future shortage. Cameroon, Namibia and Lesotho have also taken steps to increase the number of teachers.

Kefaya to organise protest in front of High Court
Mubarak should be tried for his crimes over 30 year rule, says Kefaya general coordinator