The Egyptian action-comedy Ahmed w Ahmed&nbsp;is extending its record-breaking streak at the box office, earning EGP 2,227,000 in its latest run with more than 14,000 tickets sold. The film now leads the chart of top-grossing Egyptian titles currently in theatres, bringing its total revenue to EGP 33 million to date.
Box Office Rankings: &lsquo;Ahmed w Ahmed&rsquo; Leads by a Wide Margin
Following &lsquo;Ahmed w Ahmed,&rsquo; &lsquo;The Project X&rsquo; claimed second place with EGP 519,000 in revenue from 4,000 tickets sold. In third place was &lsquo;Restart,&rsquo; which brought in EGP 429,000 from 3,000 tickets. The film &lsquo;In Broad Daylight&rsquo; ranked fourth with only EGP 23,000 from 174 tickets, while &lsquo;Siko Siko&rsquo; came last, earning nearly EGP 19,000 with just 131 tickets sold.
In total, Egyptian films showing in cinemas on that day brought in EGP 3,218,000, marking a 22% decrease compared to the previous day&rsquo;s box office revenue.
Plot Summary: Action and Comedy in &lsquo;Ahmed w Ahmed&rsquo;
&lsquo;Ahmed w Ahmed&rsquo; follows a comedic yet action-filled story centered around Ahmed (Ahmed Fahmy), an interior designer who returns to Egypt after years abroad, planning to settle down. But his plans are derailed when his uncle Ahmed (Ahmed El Sakka) is injured in a mysterious accident.
As Ahmed rushes to care for his uncle, he uncovers a shocking secret: his uncle is the mastermind behind a hidden criminal empire &mdash; and now suffers from memory loss. The two are thrust into a chaotic journey of rediscovery, danger, and wild chases as they try to piece together the past and evade powerful enemies. The result is a mix of action, mystery and laugh-out-loud comedy.
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Cast and Crew: A Star-Studded Comedy Adventure
The film stars Ahmed El Sakka, Ahmed Fahmy, Gihan El Shamashergy, Ali Sobhi, Hatem Salah, Ahmed El Rafei, Ahmed Abdel Wahab and Rushdi El Shamy, with guest appearances by Tarek Lotfy and Ghada Abdel Razek.
'Ahmed w Ahmed' is directed by Ahmed Nader Galal, written by Ahmed Darwish and Mohamed Abdullah Sami.
Photo Credit: Ahmed Fahmy's official page&nbsp;

‘Ahmed w Ahmed’ Continues to Dominate the Box Office with Over EGP 33 Million in Total Revenue

With Garfield 2 officially on the way, we couldn&rsquo;t help but imagine: what if the world&rsquo;s laziest cat was born and raised in Egypt?
Forget lasagna. In this version, Garfield&rsquo;s true passion is molokhia &mdash; and his entire squad radiates pure Egyptian energy. Let&rsquo;s break it down.
Garfield &ndash; Taha Desouky
Taha Desouky brings just the right level of deadpan sarcasm to a Cairo-based Garfield.
He doesn&rsquo;t nap on the couch &mdash; he&rsquo;s sprawled out next to the fan on cold tiles, grumbling anytime someone dares walk past.
And his obsession? Not lasagna. It&rsquo;s molokhia with rice, a side of pickles, and absolutely no interruptions while eating.
His catchphrase? &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t talk to me unless you brought food&hellip; or turned on the air conditioning.&rdquo;
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Jon (Garfield&rsquo;s Owner) &ndash; Ahmed Ezz
Picture Egypt&rsquo;s ultimate cool guy constantly being outsmarted by a lazy cat.
Ahmed Ezz, always in a perfectly ironed shirt, tries to impress Liz while Garfield ruins his day, chewing on his cologne bottle, hiding his shoes, or loudly mocking his voice notes.
He calls his mum on speakerphone for advice: &ldquo;Do you think he hates me? He hasn&rsquo;t moved in three days.&rdquo;
Even with all that charm, Jon&rsquo;s life is chaos&mdash;and Garfield&rsquo;s perched in the corner, silently judging every second of it.
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Liz (the Vet) &ndash; Dina El Sherbiny
Smart, sharp, and far too busy to deal with Jon&rsquo;s daily flirting attempts.
Dina El Sherbiny&rsquo;s Liz walks into every scene with a clipboard and coffee, while Jon stumbles through a pick-up line &mdash; and Garfield fakes a dramatic cough just to steal her attention.
She doesn&rsquo;t fall for Jon&rsquo;s tricks, but she finds Garfield oddly entertaining, especially when he faints just to avoid a vaccine.
She rolls her eyes constantly&hellip; but deep down, she kind of loves the madness.
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Odie &ndash; Ahmed Amin
Ahmed Amin turns Odie into the ultimate golden retriever&mdash;Egyptian edition.
He talks. A lot. And barks at everything&mdash;the wind, a shadow, a water bottle, even his own tail.
He&rsquo;s the kind of dog who chases tuk-tuks, rolls in garden dirt, and ends up with a slipper in his mouth every morning.
Garfield pretends to hate him&hellip; but secretly protects him from the scary cats down the street.
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Nermal &ndash; Mohamed Mamdouh
Nermal&rsquo;s energy in this version? Peak influencer.
Mohamed Mamdouh walks in wearing sunglasses indoors, carrying a ring light, and bragging about how many followers he gained on the way to the house.
He hums his own theme song and refers to himself as &ldquo;Egypt&rsquo;s Cutest Cat.&rdquo;
He constantly live-streams himself cuddling with Jon&mdash;just to make Garfield jealous.
Garfield&rsquo;s only mission? Ship Nermal somewhere far away. Maybe Mars. Or at least Sixth of October.
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This version of Garfield would break the internet, win awards, and probably spark a nationwide molokhia shortage.
And if it ever happens&hellip; we&rsquo;ll be first in line for tickets &mdash; right after Garfield finishes his fifth bowl of molokhia and asks for a napkin.
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Photo Credit: Foro3D&nbsp;

What If Garfield Was Egyptian? Meet the Cast of Our Molokhia-Loving Dream

What really happened behind the scenes of fashion&rsquo;s most iconic film? Here&rsquo;s what you probably didn&rsquo;t know.
 Anne Hathaway Was the Ninth Choice for Andy
<a href="https://ibb.co/Myph3Vw7"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/kV0yW8bX/image.png" alt="image" border="0" /></a> Anne wasn&rsquo;t exactly first in line to play Andy Sachs. In fact, she was the ninth choice. After multiple rejections from other actresses, she famously wrote &ldquo;hire me&rdquo; in the sand of a studio executive&rsquo;s Zen garden. Sometimes persistence really is the best accessory.
 Rachel McAdams Said No&mdash;Three Times
<a href="https://ibb.co/5hJqBsj5"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/yFxLWgk8/image.png" alt="image" border="0" /></a> Fresh off The Notebook, Rachel McAdams was Fox&rsquo;s dream Andy. But she turned the role down repeatedly, wanting to focus on smaller, more indie projects. Enter Hathaway&mdash;ready, waiting, and game.
Read More on Devil Wears Prada sequel:&nbsp;<a href="https://nilefm.com/entertainment/article/12211/florals-for-spring-groundbreaking-the-devil-wears-prada-2-release-date-might-be-sooner-than-you-think">Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking&mdash;&lsquo;The Devil Wears Prada 2' Release Date Might Be Sooner Than You Think</a>
 The Film Was Optioned Before the Book Was Even Published
 Studio execs saw potential in The Devil Wears Prada early, so early that the rights were purchased after reading just the first hundred pages of the manuscript. Talk about a pre-release power move.
 Miranda Priestly Wasn&rsquo;t Based on Anna Wintour (Exactly)
<a href="https://ibb.co/B27bYktT"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/RTMfJ89Q/image.png" alt="image" border="0" /></a> Yes, the real-life inspiration looms large, but Meryl Streep didn't just mimic Wintour. She studied powerful male figures in Hollywood and even borrowed Clint Eastwood&rsquo;s calm, cold delivery to shape Miranda&rsquo;s quiet dominance.
 Helen Mirren Inspired Miranda&rsquo;s Hair
<a href="https://ibb.co/bjv9mKMp"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/8nxZs7LF/image.png" alt="image" border="0" /></a> That iconic white bob? Meryl Streep credits Helen Mirren as the inspiration. The sharp, almost regal haircut wasn&rsquo;t in the original plan&mdash;but it helped define the icy authority Miranda carries throughout the film.
 The Cerulean Speech Nearly Got Cut
<iframe title="Miranda Priestly Educates Andy About Her Cerulean Sweater | The Devil Wears Prada | HBO" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-rDTRuCOs9g" width="1128" height="635" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> The fashion monologue heard around the world almost didn&rsquo;t make it in. The now-legendary &ldquo;cerulean sweater&rdquo; scene was considered too intellectual, but Streep fought to keep it. It&rsquo;s now one of the film&rsquo;s most quoted moments.
 Stanley Tucci Was Cast Just 72 Hours Before Shooting
<a href="https://ibb.co/9H1CS1hN"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/s9NMzNC2/image.png" alt="image" border="0" /></a> Tucci stepped into the role of Nigel at the last minute after another actor dropped out. Despite the rush, his performance became one of the most memorable&mdash;and heartfelt&mdash;in the film.
 Miranda&rsquo;s Coat Toss Took Dozens of Takes
<iframe title="The Devil Wears Prada | Miranda's Most Savage Moments | 20th Century FOX" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/97XCFu-4RH8" width="1128" height="635" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> That dramatic coat drop on the assistant&rsquo;s desk wasn&rsquo;t effortless&mdash;it took around 30 takes to get the gesture just right. The coat was heavy, the angle had to be perfect, and Meryl had to nail the silent drama each time.
 Emily Blunt Improvised Her Signature Gesture
<iframe title="I'm hearing this and I wanna hear this" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nlRZkPSdrH4" width="1128" height="635" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> The &ldquo;I&rsquo;m hearing this&rdquo; hand flick that Blunt delivers with peak exasperation? Completely improvised. She borrowed it from someone she knew and made it her own&mdash;proof that sometimes the best lines don&rsquo;t need words.
 Designers Were Afraid to Upset Anna Wintour
<a href="https://ibb.co/wr0pyWP8"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/R4vQ20st/image.png" alt="image" border="0" /></a> Some fashion houses refused to lend clothes for the film, worried about offending Wintour. Luckily, stylist Patricia Field had deep connections and pulled together over 100 designer looks without ruffling too many editorial feathers.
The Devil Wears Prada remains a fashion film staple, but what happened behind the scenes is just as captivating. From casting chaos to costume diplomacy, this is a film where every detail&mdash;on and off screen&mdash;was dressed to impress.
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Photo Credit:&nbsp;Harald Krichel and&nbsp;Nicole Alexander, Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0,&nbsp; Jack Mitchell, Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0
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'The Devil Wears Prada' Almost Looked Very Different—Here’s Why

From butter yellow to dad&rsquo;s blazers, here&rsquo;s how this summer&rsquo;s fashion trends are rewriting the rules&mdash;one asymmetrical hem at a time.
 The Color Mood: Butter Yellow
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Yellow is the new White! Butter yellow is soft and mellow, like sunlight filtered through lace curtains. It&rsquo;s showing up on everything from linen sets to bags.
Arm Candy: Chunky Gold &amp; Statement Cuffs
<a href="https://ibb.co/CpNpXsB2"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/JW0WbFnQ/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-20233.png" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-20233" border="0" /></a> Jewelry this season isn&rsquo;t shy. We&rsquo;re stacking thick gold bracelets, colorful resin cuffs, and rings that could double as paperweights. It&rsquo;s about owning space&mdash;your wrists, your hands, your presence. No dainty chains, no whisper-thin pieces. The louder, the better.
 Corset Energy: White Dresses with an Edge White dresses are back, but not in their usual soft-focus form. They&rsquo;re corset-like, structured, and shaped to perfection. Square necklines give a modern Renaissance feel, and twisted straps or asymmetric sleeves add just enough tension. It&rsquo;s the angelic silhouette&mdash;but weaponized.
 Borrowed from Dad, Worn Like a Boss
<a href="https://ibb.co/8LTh4nJS"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/W4qTpNQY/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-20234.png" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-20234" border="0" /></a> Blazers are back in their boxy, oversized glory&mdash;but they&rsquo;ve been recut with feminine flair. Think shoulder pads and cinched waists. Worn over a lace bralette or mini dress, they blur the line between masculine tailoring and sensual styling. It&rsquo;s less &ldquo;menswear-inspired&rdquo; and more &ldquo;stole this from Dad and made it iconic.&rdquo;
 Scarves That Actually Do Something
<a href="https://ibb.co/7J1gSbZZ"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/0jGBnQ66/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-20235.png" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-20235" border="0" /></a> Scarves aren&rsquo;t just for tossing over shoulders anymore. They&rsquo;re being tied as halter tops, wrapped around buns, looped into belts, or used as bold colour pops in an otherwise neutral look. Styling one is like adding punctuation to your outfit&mdash;it finishes the sentence.
 The Lace Renaissance
<a href="https://ibb.co/Zz4Fr258"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/fd6yWDfp/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-91891.png" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-91891" border="0" /></a> Lace is crawling back into our wardrobes with a vengeance. It&rsquo;s showing up in sheer tops, delicate skirts, peekaboo panels&mdash;anything that walks the line between romantic and risqu&eacute;. It&rsquo;s softness, yes, but with intent. Pair it with leather or denim to avoid falling into costume territory.
 Skirts That Refuse Symmetry
<a href="https://ibb.co/vyq3XwZ"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/mZT9ND6/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-91893.png" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-91893" border="0" /></a>&nbsp;
 Say goodbye to predictable hemlines. Asymmetrical skirts are slicing their way across the runways&mdash;diagonal cuts, high slits, unexpected layers. They add movement and tension to an otherwise simple outfit. Perfect for dancing, strutting, or dramatically exiting a room.
 Shoes That Keep You Grounded (Stylishly)
<a href="https://ibb.co/Mxq19GKS"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/C3x9WM48/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-38929.jpg" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-38929" border="0" /></a> Mary Janes and ballerinas are making a gentle comeback, balancing nostalgia with a clean silhouette. On the other end of the spectrum, sleek mules&mdash;both heeled and flat&mdash;are adding polish with minimal effort. The message is clear: your shoes can be pretty and practical.
 Waist-Not: Belts Are Back
<a href="https://ibb.co/Xf3Zjf4q"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/wZwNBZLf/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-91892.jpg" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-91892" border="0" /></a> The sleek leather belt&mdash;once an afterthought&mdash;is now a core styling piece. Cinching oversized blazers, shaping flowy dresses, or slicing through all-lace outfits, belts are anchoring the chaos. Minimal in design, maximal in impact.
 Top Game: All About Silhouettes
<a href="https://ibb.co/DZSwyYv"><img src="https://i.ibb.co/4H54G2X/freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-38930.jpg" alt="freepik-the-style-is-candid-image-photography-with-natural-38930" border="0" /></a> Tops this summer are anything but basic. Think exaggerated sleeves, high necks squared off at the collarbone, strategic cut-outs, and sculptural details. These aren&rsquo;t just shirts&mdash;they&rsquo;re statements. Paired with simple bottoms, they instantly elevate the whole look.
All images were generated using Freepik&rsquo;s AI image generator.

Summer 2025: The Season of Soft Power Dressing and Unexpected Femininity

From historic visits to viral stunts, Egypt in 2025 has become more than just a travel destination &mdash; it's a global hotspot for headline-making moments. This first half of the year, the country captured worldwide attention not just through local trends, but through events that stole the spotlight and dominated conversations both online and off.
Whether it was YouTube titan MrBeast filming at the Pyramids, French President Emmanuel Macron&rsquo;s unexpected stroll through Cairo, or legendary actor Adel Imam making his long-awaited first public appearance in five years &mdash; Egypt made sure all eyes were on it.
Here&rsquo;s a look at the most talked-about moments in 2025 that put Egypt at the heart of the global conversation &mdash; in one powerful infographic.
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Infographic | Egypt’s 2025 Buzz: What Made Headlines in Egypt’s First Half of 2025

All the latest entertainment news from Nile FM. TV Shows, Movies, Trailers, Clips, International & Arab Celebrity Gossip, Awards, Events & Best Dressed Lists.

Entertainment

By: Yomna Walid&nbsp;
As investigations continue into the massive fire that broke out at the Ramses Central building &mdash; a key facility operated by Telecom Egypt &mdash; stories of bravery and humanity have begun to emerge from the scene.
Among them is Hassan Mohamed, a young Egyptian man who happened to be passing by when the fire erupted. He had just left the Tawfikia area when he spotted the blaze and witnessed the overwhelming efforts of emergency responders. Moved by the scene &mdash; especially seeing firefighters working nonstop without even time to hydrate &mdash; Hassan rushed to bring them bottles of water, offering a simple yet powerful gesture of solidarity in a moment of crisis.
Nile FM spoke with Hassan to uncover what he witnessed &mdash; and what pushed him to help when it mattered most.
Q: Can you tell us where you were when the fire broke out?
I was on my way back from &ldquo;Tawfikia&rdquo; when I saw the fire and all the chaos around Ramses Central. It hit me immediately. The scene was heartbreaking &mdash; firefighters were struggling, pushing themselves to the limit, barely able to pause for a sip of water. They were doing everything they could. The ambulance crews, the police &mdash; no one was slacking. Everyone was doing their part.
Q: What made you decide to jump in and help?
Honestly, it was seeing how exhausted they were. I saw officers, firefighters and soldiers pointing at each other, trying to offer water or help while still saving lives. That&rsquo;s when I knew I had to do something, no matter how small. Even giving out water felt like the least I could offer. If they&rsquo;re risking everything to protect us, we have to support them. We all share this responsibility.
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Q: How would you describe the efforts on the ground?
Unbelievable. I saw heroes that day. From the lowest-ranking conscript to the highest-ranking officer &mdash; no one stood still. They were fighting the fire, helping the injured, organizing the crowds&hellip; No one held back. Everyone wanted to help. We all knew that in moments like these, we have to stand together and protect our country.
Q: Any message you want to share with the public?
Yes &mdash; don&rsquo;t ever underestimate your role, even in the smallest act. We&rsquo;re all responsible. What I did was nothing compared to what those firefighters and officers did, but I believe every drop counts. This is our country. We must rise to protect it whenever it calls us.
Final Note: The Fire&rsquo;s Broader Impact
According to the Public Prosecution, the fire broke out in the main Ramses Central building &mdash; an 11-story structure &mdash; and an adjacent 6-story building used for international communications. So far, the incident has left four dead and 21 injured. An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the fire and evaluate safety and fire protection compliance at the site.
The Public Prosecution has pledged to revisit the site once firefighting and cooling operations are completed.
Photo Credit: Middle East News Agency's official page &nbsp; &nbsp;
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 Exclusive | Not All Heroes Wear Uniforms: Eyewitness Offers Water During Ramses Telecoms Building Fire

Exclusive: Meet Myrna and Farida, the First Female Egyptians to Start an Arabic F1 Podcast Before Brad Pitt Takes to the Track

From chasing football dreams in the UK to navigating the sweet chaos of Cairo &mdash; content creator Ishaq sat down with Rob and Nadine on The Big Breakfast Show for an exclusive interview that covered it all: the culture shocks, the viral videos, and how Egypt has completely flipped his life upside down &mdash; in the best way possible.
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&ldquo;I was a nobody a few months ago,&rdquo; Ishaq said candidly. &ldquo;Now I walk the streets of Cairo and people recognize me &mdash; it&rsquo;s honestly hard to describe. I feel like a mini celebrity.&rdquo;
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But before the millions of views and luxury car rides, Ishaq&rsquo;s journey started on the pitch. He was training with professional coaches in the UK, pursuing a career in football. That all changed when an unexpected injury forced him to stop. What followed was a period of depression, warehouse jobs, and eventually &mdash; a camera, a backpack, and a solo ticket out of the UK.
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&ldquo;I wanted to travel solo because no one wanted to come with me,&rdquo; he laughed. That leap of faith took him first to Sharm El-Sheikh. &ldquo;It was nice&hellip; but I was craving more than just beaches.&rdquo; So he flew back &mdash; this time to Cairo &mdash; and something shifted. &ldquo;It just absolutely broke everything I knew. In Western cultures, we&rsquo;re so uptight. You have to do things a certain way. Cairo was different. It was chaos, but the good kind.&rdquo;
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His love for Egypt grew fast &mdash; and loud. &ldquo;There&rsquo;s Old Cairo for the history, New Cairo for your day to day,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;And when I first came, I just thought, I&rsquo;m having so much fun&hellip; I have to come back.&rdquo;
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And he did &mdash; twice more.
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By his second visit, Ishaq&rsquo;s content had taken off. &ldquo;I started posting silly little videos and Egyptians were all over the comments &mdash; &lsquo;do this, try that&rsquo; &mdash; I was constantly busy 24/7,&rdquo; he laughed. Talking about Egyptians, Ishaq mentioned "For me literally being in Egypt I make a post about anything&mdash;I mean, I remember one time I posted about a specific place to do a gym video and I had literally two or three hundred messages about that one thing,&nbsp;it's&nbsp;insane!"
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When asked how it all began, Ishaq didn&rsquo;t sugarcoat it. &ldquo;I got injured, fell into depression&hellip; I was working security, warehouse shifts,&rdquo; he shared openly. &ldquo;One day I just thought&mdash;let me take a risk. I started recording, got out of the country&hellip; and here I am.&rdquo; That leap of faith turned into a loyal fanbase of nearly 150,000 followers from across the globe &mdash; and counting.
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Over the past two months alone, his TikTok posts have racked up more than 20 million views, 4.6 million likes and over 150,000 followers. But for Ishaq, it&rsquo;s not just about numbers&mdash;It&rsquo;s about the experience.
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Now, he&rsquo;s diving into long-form vlogs &mdash; covering MMA fights, luxury cars and unexpected local gems. But the travel bug is far from done with him.
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&ldquo;I&rsquo;ve only seen five percent of the North Coast,&rdquo; he admitted. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m saving Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan for next. Thailand is coming up, then Japan. I want to go to places people aren&rsquo;t willing to go. Do things people aren&rsquo;t willing to do.&rdquo;
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And it&rsquo;s not just about the content &mdash; it&rsquo;s about the mindset. &ldquo;I want to transform people&rsquo;s stigma of countries,&rdquo; he told The Big Breakfast Show.
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As for Egypt?
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&ldquo;Egypt is a dessert with many different layers,&rdquo; he continued &ldquo;you eat one slice and you just want more and more and more, and the next thing you know you get too big,&rdquo; he jokingly said. &ldquo;There's so much to eat you can digest so much content, I love the country honestly&mdash;it&rsquo;s amazing!&rdquo;
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And when asked for his top three things that he loves about Egypt, unhesitant he replied:
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&ldquo;The freedom. The people &mdash; even strangers treat you like a friend. And it&rsquo;s safe. Like, way safer than the UK. That genuinely surprised me.&rdquo;
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So what's next? &ldquo;The vlogs are going to go crazy,&rdquo; he said.

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Drake, the king of the summer and master of the charts, is back in the spotlight &mdash; and he&rsquo;s not cooling down anytime soon. After making the world dance to &ldquo;In My Feelings&rdquo; and countless other hits, the Canadian rapper and singer is gearing up to own summer 2025 with his upcoming album, ICEMAN.
The album hasn&rsquo;t received an official release date yet, but Drake knows exactly how to stir anticipation. During a recent one-hour livestream, he teased fans by writing &ldquo;ICEMAN 2025&rdquo; alongside his autograph, keeping the hype high with just one line: &ldquo;Coming soon.&rdquo;
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Just days ago, he released a fresh single titled &ldquo;What Did I Miss,&rdquo; kicking off the summer with his signature sound. But it&rsquo;s &ldquo;Nokia,&rdquo; released earlier this year, that has already made 2025 a landmark moment for him. The track has sold over 1 million units in just two months, becoming the first rap single of the year to go platinum &mdash; and the highest-selling song of 2025 across all genres in the U.S.
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On Spotify, &ldquo;Nokia&rdquo; surpassed 300 million streams, marking Drake&rsquo;s 267th song to cross 100 million. It also topped Apple Music&rsquo;s Global Top 100 and entered the U.S. Top 10 shortly after release. On the Billboard Hot 100, it peaked at No. 2 in April, earning Drake his 42nd career top-five hit and proving once again he&rsquo;s a chart-dominating force.
Fans have flooded social media with praise for &ldquo;Nokia,&rdquo; celebrating its catchy chorus, witty bars and classic Drake energy. The buzz isn&rsquo;t slowing down &mdash; it&rsquo;s only building.
Up next, Drake is heading to Europe for his &ldquo;$ome $pecial $hows 4 U&rdquo; tour with PARTYNEXTDOOR, beginning July 20. Interestingly, there&rsquo;s a break in early August &mdash; the usual window for OVO Fest &mdash; which fans believe could be another key moment for &ldquo;ICEMAN&rdquo; to drop.
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And if it still hasn&rsquo;t arrived by the time the tour wraps, all eyes will shift to October. After all, he is October&rsquo;s Very Own. Having already dropped &ldquo;$ome $exy $ongs 4 U&rdquo; in February &mdash; which delivered hits like &ldquo;Nokia&rdquo; and &ldquo;Somebody Loves Me&rdquo; &mdash; Drake is clearly in no rush. But with &ldquo;ICEMAN&rdquo; heating up behind the scenes, this summer just got a whole lot cooler.
Photo Credit: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Drake">Drake's official page&nbsp;</a>
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Drake Heats Up the Charts Again with ‘ICEMAN’ and Platinum Hits

Are we finally getting the millennial pop dream we&rsquo;ve waited decades for?
From &ldquo;Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely&rdquo; to &ldquo;It&rsquo;s Gonna Be Me,&rdquo; fans have long fantasized about a collaboration between the Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC. Now, that fantasy may be closer to reality than ever.
The Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter revealed in a recent interview with &lsquo;Parade&rsquo; that a future collaboration between his music group and NSYNC &nbsp;is on the table.
&nbsp;&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve talked about it a ton, actually,&rdquo; Carter said. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ve had those conversations internally with managers. It just hasn&rsquo;t lined up yet.&rdquo;
He added that a collaboration would be &ldquo;a really great experience for us and the fans.&rdquo;
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This isn&rsquo;t the first time the idea has come up. Both bands shared the stage during the NKOTBSB Tour back in 2011&ndash;2012 and the chemistry was undeniable. But with NSYNC largely inactive since their 2002 Celebrity tour, hopes for a full-scale reunion have stayed on simmer.
Carter&rsquo;s comments echo what fellow BSB member AJ McLean said earlier this year when asked about a joint tour: &ldquo;No one knows what the future holds,&rdquo; he told E! News. "They haven't done something in over 22 years," he added of NSYNC, which last toured in 2002 in promotion of their last studio album, Celebrity. "And we're gonna keep doing what we do.
In 2023, NSYNC released , &ldquo;Better Place&rdquo;. The release marked the group's first song in two decades &nbsp;&nbsp;The group reunited publicly to promote the single, fueling rumors of a comeback.
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&ldquo;We haven&rsquo;t had that conversation yet,&rdquo; NSYNC&rsquo;s Joey Fatone said in May. &ldquo;Everybody&rsquo;s everywhere in the world and I think it&rsquo;s more important we get everybody in person, as opposed to just getting on a chat.&rdquo;
Meanwhile, the Backstreet Boys are continuing to ride their own wave of success. The group is set to launch a nine-show Las Vegas residency, the &nbsp;Into the Millennium show, at the Sphere in July and August&mdash;bringing their iconic 1999 Millennium album to life in an all-new, larger-than-life production.
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a rebirth of a record we released years ago,&rdquo; said Howie Dorough. &ldquo;Some fans are seeing it again, some for the first time. It&rsquo;s a comeback on the next level.&rdquo;
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So, is a full BSB x NSYNC collab happening right now? Not quite. But it&rsquo;s clear the door is wide open&mdash;and both sides are listening.
here&rsquo;s who&rsquo;s still got the mic:
NSYNC:
Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Joey Fatone, Chris Kirkpatrick and Lance Bass.
Backstreet Boys:
Nick Carter, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell, Howie Dorough and Kevin Richardson.
So, is a BSB x NSYNC collab happening?
Not just yet &mdash; but with both bands open to it and fans louder than ever, the stage might be set. And honestly? We want it that way.
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Photo Credit: BSB &amp; NSYNC's official page&nbsp;

All You Need To Know About Backstreet Boys And *NSYNC Potential Collaboration 

&ldquo;If you ask me to, Daddy&rsquo;s gonna buy you a mockingbird, I&rsquo;ma give you the world, I&rsquo;ma buy a diamond ring for you, I&rsquo;ma sing for you, I&rsquo;ll do anything for you to see you smile.&rdquo;
Eminem Expresses His Feelings in &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; &mdash; More Than Just a Song, It&rsquo;s a Father&rsquo;s Commitment. Before &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; graced the Grammy Awards, a sorrowful father was reaching out to his daughter through his music. That father was Eminem, and &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; encapsulated his longing for connection.
In a genre often centered around competitive tracks, &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; exceeded expectations. Released in 2004 as part of the &lsquo;Encore&rsquo; album, it was more than just a song&mdash;it marked a significant change. With no explicit language, Eminem simplified everything to convey a heartfelt message filled with affection, remorse, and honesty. Nearly twenty years later, it still evokes deep emotions.
The Emotional Turmoil Behind the Lyrics
&ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; emerged during one of the most tumultuous periods of Eminem&rsquo;s life. At the height of his fame, Marshall Mathers grappled with a failing marriage, constant media scrutiny, and the challenges of being a father. The song primarily addresses his biological daughter, Hailie, as well as Alaina, his adopted niece whom he considers his own.
From the very first line, the song exudes sadness, remorse, and affection. Eminem contemplates the turmoil that defined Hailie&rsquo;s childhood&mdash;fractured relationships, sensational headlines, and his emotional disengagement. He presents authenticity; he confesses instead of merely rhyming. &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; resembles less of a rap anthem and more like a personal diary entry transformed into lyrical poetry.
"I know sometimes things may not always make sense to you right now, but hey, what did Daddy always tell you?"
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Commercial Acclaim That Resounded Globally
While &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; carries personal significance, its exploration of fatherhood, remorse, and unwavering love resonated worldwide. The track not only garnered praise&mdash;it achieved remarkable commercial success:
&bull; Reached No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 (U.S.)
&bull; No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart
&bull; Top 10 in Australia, Ireland, and Denmark
&bull; Certified Platinum in several countries, including the U.S. and the UK
Even years later, &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; stands out as one of Eminem&rsquo;s most-streamed songs on Spotify and YouTube, showcasing that its emotional influence continues to connect with contemporary audiences.
Why It&rsquo;s Regarded as One of the Greatest
Eminem had been recognized for his provocative alter ego and shocking lyrics. However, in &ldquo;Mockingbird,&rdquo; he removed that fa&ccedil;ade and revealed his true self&mdash;one of a father striving to care for his children.
In a society often enamored with celebrities from afar, this song grounded Eminem. It made him relatable&mdash;not just as a rap star, but as an imperfect yet devoted father.
Fans worldwide have shared how &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; assisted them in navigating complex family situations, fractured homes, and emotional struggles. It provided them with a voice.
In an age of polished images and PR-crafted lyrics, &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; emerged as something extraordinary as the raw truth. This level of honesty is why it continues to resonate two decades later.
Eminem didn&rsquo;t depend on rapid beats or forceful delivery to convey the impact of &ldquo;Mockingbird.&rdquo; All he required was his narrative, his voice, and his daughters. What he produced was something distinctive&mdash;a hip-hop track. One that comforts, wounds, and lingers.
For millions, &ldquo;Mockingbird&rdquo; transcends being merely a song. It reflects their challenges. It reinforces the notion that even rap icons bear the burdens of love, loss, and family&mdash;and that behind every microphone sits a human with a story deserving of attention.
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How Eminem Transformed “Mockingbird” into an Enduring Letter for His Daughter

Grammy-winning artist Doja Cat is preparing to drop her fifth studio album, &lsquo;Vie,&rsquo; in fall 2025. Marking a new chapter in her sound, the rapper and singer revealed this record leans more into pop&mdash;centered around themes of love, personal growth and reflection.
&ldquo;This is a pop-driven project,&rdquo; Doja said in a recent interview. &ldquo;Pop is popular, but it can still be meaningful and emotional.&rdquo; Moving away from the hip-hop and experimental style that defined earlier releases, &lsquo;Vie&rsquo; aims to be more melodic and accessible&mdash;crafted with heart and intention.
Love, Hope &amp; Self-Discovery
Unlike previous albums that channeled heartbreak and conflict, &lsquo;Vie&rsquo; takes a hopeful approach. &ldquo;The concept is very much about love, romance and the dynamics of relationships,&rdquo; Doja shared. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s also about the relationship you have with yourself.&rdquo; While some songs explore frustration, the overall tone is optimistic. &ldquo;This album reflects how I hope love can be&mdash;more honest and peaceful.&rdquo;
Letting Go of Pressure
Doja also spoke candidly about focusing more on the art than the hype. &ldquo;What I want to avoid is that little voice that only chases success,&rdquo; she said. Instead, she&rsquo;s putting energy into the details&mdash;whether it's reworking a verse or stripping back a mix. &ldquo;I want to make sure it feels right, not just sounds big.&rdquo;
From &lsquo;Scarlet&rsquo; to &lsquo;Vie&rsquo;
Her last album, Scarlet, dropped in September 2023 and earned massive success, with the deluxe version &lsquo;Scarlet 2 Claude&rsquo; following in April 2024. Together, the albums produced hits like &ldquo;Paint the Town Red&rdquo; and &ldquo;Agora Hills,&rdquo; pushing her total Spotify streams beyond 27 billion. She also now boasts 25 Gold and 19 Platinum-certified singles, making her the second best-selling female rapper in U.S. history&mdash;behind only Cardi B.
What&rsquo;s Next
With &lsquo;Vie,&rsquo; Doja Cat is stepping into a space of vulnerability and artistic freedom. The album isn&rsquo;t about chart-topping hits&mdash;it&rsquo;s about connection. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m excited to share this new side of me,&rdquo; she said.
A release date hasn&rsquo;t been confirmed yet, but &lsquo;Vie&rsquo; is expected to drop in fall 2025.
Photo Credit: Doja Cat's official page&nbsp;
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Doja Cat Drops the Pressure and Embraces Love on New Album ‘Vie’ – Out This Fall

After years of solo projects, military service and individual journeys, BTS has finally confirmed what fans have long hoped for&mdash;a full-group comeback. Set for spring 2026, the return includes a brand-new album and a global tour, marking their first as a complete unit since 2022.
RM Promises a Return to Their Roots
The announcement came during a surprise Weverse livestream, where leader RM revealed the band would begin recording this month. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re going back to our roots,&rdquo; he said, emphasizing that the upcoming music will reflect their truest selves&mdash;honest, emotional and deeply connected to their journey. Rather than chasing trends, BTS is focused on authenticity.
A Collaborative Album from All Seven Members
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s going to be a group album that reflects each member&rsquo;s ideas,&rdquo; said RM. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re approaching it with the same mindset we had when we first started.&rdquo; Fans around the world erupted in joy, not just for the music, but for what this comeback represents: resilience, unity and growth.
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More Than a Tour&mdash;It&rsquo;s a Statement
The band made it clear&mdash;this is more than a reunion. It&rsquo;s a celebration of everything they&rsquo;ve endured and how far they&rsquo;ve come. &ldquo;I hope you&rsquo;re as excited as we are,&rdquo; they said. Their return also comes with a world tour following the album&rsquo;s release, promising to bring BTS and ARMY back together in a shared global experience.
Solo Stars Still Shine Bright
Alongside the group comeback, individual successes continue. Jin&rsquo;s recent concerts in Korea were met with rave reviews. J-Hope is set to headline Lollapalooza Berlin and other members have teased more solo work through 2025. BTS is showing that personal growth and group unity can go hand in hand.
BTS Is Returning With Purpose, Not Pressure
While BTS has spent years dominating the music industry&mdash;with six No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 and over a decade of historic achievements&mdash;this next phase feels personal. It&rsquo;s not about reclaiming their spot at the top; it&rsquo;s about returning with purpose, perspective and passion.
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A New Chapter Begins&mdash;Together
From their 2013 debut to global superstardom, BTS has never stopped evolving. This comeback isn&rsquo;t just about music&mdash;it&rsquo;s about their story, their fans and the next chapter in a legacy built on connection. Spring 2026 marks the start of something new. And BTS is ready to take the stage&mdash;together, again.
Photo Credit: BTS's official page&nbsp;

The Wait Is Over: BTS Confirms Group Comeback with New Album and Global Tour

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Catch Ishaq Patterson live on &ldquo;Big Breakfast&rdquo; with Rob &amp; Nadine this Sunday, 29th of June, from 7 to 10 AM!
A former professional footballer, Ishaq made the big move from the pitch to the world of digital content creation. On the show, he&rsquo;ll share the story behind his career switch, what inspired the transition and how he&rsquo;s now using social media to connect with audiences through sports, lifestyle, and personal storytelling.
He&rsquo;ll also open up about his connection to Egypt &mdash; and how his roots continue to shape the content he creates today.
Don&rsquo;t miss this inspiring conversation about ambition, reinvention and life after football &mdash; only on &ldquo;Big Breakfast&rdquo; with Rob &amp; Nadine.
Tune in live, join the conversation and start your Sunday morning with stories that motivate!

Ishaq Patterson Joins Rob And  Nadine on “Big Breakfast”, This Sunday!

Egypt is not only&nbsp;one of the most important cultural and intellectual centers of the ancient world, but also one of the&nbsp;largest countries&nbsp;with a rich cosmopolitan presence&nbsp;and a vibrant cultural and entertainment offer&nbsp;that makes it one of the Middle East and North Africa&rsquo;s most unique and beloved countries.
In a first for the Middle East, Dave Evans, Australian singer and co-founder of the famous rock band AC/DC, is coming to Egypt to celebrate the band&rsquo;s 50th anniversary.
Mr. Mohamed Hanafy, CEO of Phoenix, was NileFM&rsquo;s guest on&nbsp;The Big Drive, where he shared exclusive details about this first event, marking his own transition from the business world to the music scene.
AC/DC: A Rock Legacy &ldquo;AC/DC is one of the most iconic rock bands in history. Their influence goes beyond rock, they&rsquo;ve shaped the entire music industry,&rdquo; Hanafy said. &ldquo;Celebrating their 50th anniversary by bringing David Evans to Egypt for the first time is a dream come true.&rdquo;
Concert Details Date: June 6, 2025
Location: Somabay, Egypt &ndash; at the stunning Mazeej Platform
This will be the first time AC/DC is celebrated with a live concert in Egypt and the Middle East. Expect a powerful set by Dave Evans, the original voice and co-founder of AC/DC, featuring early-era classics like &ldquo;Highway to Hell,&rdquo; &ldquo;T.N.T.,&rdquo;&nbsp;and more.
Opening Acts &amp; Special Guests The night kicks off with opening acts from Strawberry Swing&nbsp;and 404 Band, setting the stage for an electrifying rock experience. The event will also feature one of Europe&rsquo;s top AC/DC tribute bands from Romania. Known for their explosive performances, they&rsquo;ll bring the Brian Johnson era to life with hits like &ldquo;Back in Black&rdquo;&nbsp;and &ldquo;Thunderstruck.&rdquo;
This event promises a 360&deg; AC/DC experience, spanning the band&rsquo;s legendary journey from its earliest years to modern-day anthems.
Why Egypt? Why Now? &ldquo;This isn&rsquo;t just a concert, it&rsquo;s an experience,&rdquo; said Hanafy. &ldquo;Egypt is a beautiful country. No one can say no to Egypt.&rdquo;
He added, &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve worked with Evans before. We trust each other, and I know exactly how powerful this show will be.&rdquo;
When asked why a live rock concert beats a typical DJ set, Hanafy emphasized:
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s not just about listening, it&rsquo;s about feeling. It&rsquo;s an emotional experience. And there&rsquo;s so much hidden talents in Egypt, especially in rock.&rdquo;
Why Somabay? &ldquo;Somabay is magical. It&rsquo;s easy to fall in love with the place, I&rsquo;ve lived there myself,&rdquo; Hanafy shared. &ldquo;I once saw six sea turtles swimming nearby. The concert will take place on the Mazeej Platform, right by the breathtaking White Beach.&rdquo;
A Message to Rock Fans &ldquo;Come and be part of rock and roll history,&rdquo; Hanafy said with excitement. &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve done this in Europe twice before and trust me, it&rsquo;s like a tsunami of energy. I&rsquo;m proud to bring this to my home country. It&rsquo;s so important to support rock music and our local talents.&rdquo;
A Special Eid Celebration This year, Eid becomes even more special. The concert is scheduled for June 6, coinciding with the first day of Eid celebrations in Egypt, making it the perfect holiday event to enjoy with friends and family.
How to Get Tickets Tickets are available at <a href="https://www.tazkarti.com/#/e/1348">Tazkarti.com</a>
Don&rsquo;t miss your chance to see rock history in one of Egypt&rsquo;s most beautiful places&mdash;Somabay, in the heart of the Red Sea Riviera.
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Mr. Mohamed Hanafy, CEO of Phoenix, Bringing AC/DC’s Co-Founder David Evans to Egypt for a Historic 50th Anniversary Concert

Confidence isn&rsquo;t just a trait&mdash;it&rsquo;s a foundation for growth. When you trust your instincts and embrace your inner voice, you open the door to transformative change.
On today&rsquo;s episode of Brain Busters with Basmah, Egyptian entrepreneur and content creator Sarah Abou Elkhier joined Nile FM to share her personal journey. She spoke candidly about the power of self-belief and why she sees confidence as the driving force behind true success.
You&rsquo;re Worth It&nbsp;
Confidence is more than just a word; it is a feeling you build. Sarah says, &ldquo;The core is &lsquo;You&rsquo;re worth it&mdash;just be yourself.&rsquo;&rdquo; True confidence means knowing your value without needing to prove anything to others.
Self-Talk
Self-talk can either lift you up or bring you down. Positive self-talk builds from actions: every small step forward strengthens your inner voice and prepares you to do even better next time. Negative self-talk, like saying you&rsquo;re &ldquo;the prettiest person on earth&rdquo; every day, can come off as arrogant and lose its ability to inspire. The goal is to reflect honestly: talk to yourself, learn about who you are, and back it up with real effort.
Goals
Clear goals drive determination. Focus less on what you plan to do and let your actions speak. Dreams boost confidence; if you face rejection, keep trying until you succeed.
Stepping to Your Own Beat&nbsp;
Sarrah added, "Taking the first step can be scary because overthinking leads to excuses." She continued, "Striving for perfection is a trap; no one starts out perfect". Start now, improve along the way, and let your progress matter more than perfection.
Arrogance vs. Confidence
Arrogance your possessions or accomplishments, can come off as rude. True confidence is quiet and humble: &ldquo;The more humble you are, the more confident you become.&rdquo; Use your confidence to move forward rather than to put others down.
Post-traumatic syndrome (PTSD)&nbsp;
Sarah briefly mentioned PTSD, a mental health issue triggered by flashbacks. Symptoms can include flashbacks, severe anxiety, and intrusive thoughts. Recognizing and addressing PTSD is an important step to regaining your confidence, but you have to overcome and focus on your goals.
Final Advice: Be Yourself&nbsp;
Sarah&rsquo;s advice to her younger self and all of us is simple: focus on your own journey. Don&rsquo;t worry about who likes you or who doesn&rsquo;t. Concentrate on your health, your goals, and your family. Let being true to yourself guide you.

Sarah Abou Elkhier The Egyptian Content Creator Sharing Her Journey to Confidence and Self-Belief

Basmah Osman had us all reaching for our notebooks after her inspiring appearance today on The Big Breakfast Show with Rob and Nadine, live from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Nile FM. The conversation quickly turned into a powerful deep dive into self-discovery, personal growth, and empowerment. Basmah shared a message that set the tone for the entire interview: &ldquo;If you change your mind, you can change your life.&rdquo;
Basmah, an executive Coach and a Managing Partner at elleKhan Division of FekrKhan, is also serving as a jury member at the upcoming International Women&rsquo;s Summit. With a decade of experience at the Federation of Egyptian Industries, she later transitioned into the world of executive coaching and has since become a strong voice in the women&rsquo;s empowerment movement.
When asked how she defines success, Basmah reflected, &ldquo;Success in life is about asking yourself&mdash;who do I want to be? I want to do this, I want to be this.&rdquo; She emphasized the importance of self-awareness as a catalyst for building confidence and making informed life choices.
But what if you're uncertain about your path? Basmah encourages asking yourself, &ldquo;What are my options and resources?&rdquo; Every step forward, she says, is either a move in the right direction or a lesson that helps clarify what you truly want. Disappointment, while difficult, is often an inevitable part of the journey&mdash;but it also prepares you for what's next.
She highlighted the power of failure and starting over: &ldquo;If I haven&rsquo;t been through difficult experiences, how can I empathize with others?&rdquo; According to her, pain and setbacks are not just part of life&mdash;they&rsquo;re essential to understanding it from a human perspective.
On the topic of imposter syndrome, Basmah shared candidly, &ldquo;I&rsquo;m 60 years old and I still get it.&rdquo; That voice in your head that questions your worth is just your mind trying to keep you in the comfort zone, she explained. The key to overcoming it? Focus on taking one step at a time&mdash;almost like manifesting success.
As she prepares to sit on the jury panel at the International Women&rsquo;s Summit, Basmah shared how she gears up for public speaking: &ldquo;I do prepare, but I also read the room. Every audience is different.&rdquo; What excites her the most? &ldquo;Discovering the hidden gems&mdash;meeting women from different industries feels like a treasure hunt.&rdquo;
She also made a powerful statement on women&rsquo;s representation: &ldquo;If women aren&rsquo;t given space, they&rsquo;ll create their own.&rdquo; And she urged companies and stakeholders to diversify their teams: &ldquo;The world can&rsquo;t run on just 50% of its population. When men and women work together, you get a powerhouse.&rdquo;
Basmah Osman left us with more than inspiration&mdash;she left us with a mindset shift.
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Basmah Osman: "If You Change Your Mind, You Can Change Your Life" — Self-Empowerment and More

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The US dollar was recorded at EGP 49.43 for buying and EGP 49.53 for selling on Monday, 14th&nbsp;July 2025, according to the latest official rates listed by the National Bank of Egypt.
This follows a recent increase in the exchange rate across 10 major banks, as reflected in Sunday&rsquo;s closing figures. Despite the uptick, the dollar remained relatively stable today, according to official data from the National Bank of Egypt.
According to the National Bank of Egypt, here are the average market exchange rates in Egyptian pounds (EGP) as of 14th&nbsp;July, 2025:
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Rating Exchange | US Dollar Records EGP 49.43 for Buying – 14th July

According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, in a statement posted on their official Facebook page, weather conditions across Egypt remain hot to extremely hot and humid during the day, with slightly hot and humid conditions expected at night and in the early morning hours.
 Wind speeds are expected to range between 30 to 45 km/h, with wave heights reaching between 1.5 and 2.5 meters on the northern coasts, particularly around Salloum and Marsa Matrouh.
 Dense morning fog is expected to form over several areas, including the Cairo&ndash;Alexandria desert road, the Nile Delta region, parts of western Cairo, and central Sinai&mdash;potentially reducing visibility and affecting traffic flow during early commuting hours.
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Here are the predicted temperatures for key cities:
 Cairo: 35&deg;C / 24&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 37&deg;C
 Alexandria: 32&deg;C / 22&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 35&deg;C
 Marsa Matrouh: 30&deg;C / 22&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 33&deg;C
 Sharm El-Sheikh: 41&deg;C / 30&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 43&deg;C
 Luxor: 42&deg;C / 29&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 43&deg;C
 Aswan: 43&deg;C / 29&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 44&deg;C

Hot and Humid Weather Persists Across Egypt — 14th July

Photo Credit: Freepik&nbsp;
The National Bank of Egypt has released the official foreign exchange rates for Saturday, 13 July 2025. According to the latest data, the US dollar (USD) is buying at EGP 49.45 and selling at EGP 49.55. Minor fluctuations were also observed across other major currencies, including the pound sterling (GBP), euro (EUR), Chinese yuan (CNY) and UAE dirham (DHS).
Here's a complete look at today&rsquo;s updated rates:&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Exchange Rate | USD at 49.45 as NBE Updates Rates — 13th July

According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, in a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Sunday, 13th of July 2025, Egypt is experiencing hot and humid conditions during the day across most parts of the country.
At night and in the early morning, warm and humid conditions will continue, offering only slight relief from the daytime heat.
Here are the predicted temperatures for the following cities:
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Hot and Humid Days, Warm Nights Across Egypt—13th July 

According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, in a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Sunday, 13th of July 2025, Egypt is experiencing hot and humid conditions during the day across most parts of the country.
At night and in the early morning, warm and humid conditions will continue, offering only slight relief from the daytime heat.
Here are the predicted temperatures for the following cities:
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Hot and Humid Days, Warm Nights Across Egypt—13th July 

The National Bank of Egypt has released today&rsquo;s official exchange rates for major foreign currencies on Wednesday, 10th July 2025. According to data published by the National Bank of Egypt, the US dollar (USD) is being bought at EGP 49.46 and sold at EGP 49.56. The pound sterling (GBP), euro (EUR), Chinese yuan (CNY), and UAE dirham (DHS) also saw minor fluctuations.
Here's a full look at the latest rates:
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Exchange Rates | USD Holds Steady as GBP and EUR See Minor Shifts — 10th July 

Egyptian filmmaker Sameh Abdelaziz has died at the age of 49 following health issues, leaving a significant legacy of achievements in film and television.&nbsp;
A Sudden Loss Felt by the Artistic Community&nbsp;
The sad news was confirmed earlier today, 10th&nbsp;of July, by Ashraf Zaki, the head of Egypt&rsquo;s Actors Syndicate. Abdelaziz had been in the hospital for several days after contracting a blood virus, and despite ongoing medical treatment, he unfortunately passed away. His funeral is set to be held this afternoon at the Police Mosque in Sheikh Zayed.&nbsp;
Born in Cairo in 1976, Sameh Abdelaziz obtained his bachelor&rsquo;s degree from the Editing Department at the Higher Institute of Cinema in 1996. He began his career as a director for television programs on Egyptian TV and later transitioned to an Egyptian private Channel, where he directed &nbsp;a number of successful shows such as &ldquo;Gana El Hawa&rdquo; and &ldquo;El Hawa Hawana."
Abdelaziz made his film debut with &ldquo;Dars Khososy,&rdquo; featuring actors Mohamed Attia, Hassan Hosny, and Hala Fakher. However, it was his 2009 film &ldquo;Al Farah&rdquo; that truly marked a pivotal moment, deemed one of the finest Egyptian films of the 21st century. Its authentic portrayal of Cairo&rsquo;s street culture has left a lasting influence on &nbsp;the Arab cinema scene.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Ramadan Kareem&rdquo;, TV Series That Became An Icon &nbsp;
Sameh Abdelaziz also made his mark in television with the cherished Ramadan series &ldquo;Ramadan Kareem,&rdquo; which depicted the spirit of the holy month unlike any other. For numerous Egyptian families, viewing the series became an integral part of their Ramadan customs.&nbsp;
A Powerful Goodbye&nbsp;
His last television project was the 2025 Ramadan series &ldquo;Shehadet Moamalet Atfal,&rdquo; featuring the legendary Mohamed Henedy. His final film, &ldquo;Al Dashash,&rdquo; showcased comedian Mohamed Saad in a dramatic role&mdash;an acclaimed performance that marked a bold and emotional shift for the actor, brought to life by Abdelaziz's innovative direction.&nbsp;
The Egyptian artistic community is expressing its grief over the loss of one of its most dedicated and impactful directors. Sameh Abdelaziz&rsquo;s oeuvre will endure, serving not just as entertainment but as a part of the cultural memory for a generation. His influence on both Egyptian cinema and television is profound, and his absence will be keenly felt.
Photo Credit:&nbsp;Sameh Abdelaziz's official Facebook page
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Sameh Abdelaziz Passes Away at 49, Leaving Behind a Rich Cinematic Legacy 

Egyptian filmmaker Sameh Abdelaziz has died at the age of 49 following health issues, leaving a significant legacy of achievements in film and television.&nbsp;
A Sudden Loss Felt by the Artistic Community&nbsp;
The sad news was confirmed earlier today, 10th of July, by Ashraf Zaki, the head of Egypt&rsquo;s Actors Syndicate. Abdelaziz had been in the hospital for several days after contracting a blood virus, and despite ongoing medical treatment, he unfortunately passed away. His funeral is set to be held this afternoon at the Police Mosque in Sheikh Zayed.&nbsp;
Born in Cairo in 1976, Sameh Abdelaziz obtained his bachelor&rsquo;s degree from the Editing Department at the Higher Institute of Cinema in 1996. He began his career as a director for television programs on Egyptian TV and later transitioned to an Egyptian private Channel, where he directed &nbsp;a number of successful shows such as &ldquo;Gana El Hawa&rdquo; and &ldquo;El Hawa Hawana.
Abdelaziz made his film debut with &ldquo;Dars Khososy,&rdquo; featuring actors Mohamed Attia, Hassan Hosny, and Hala Fakher. However, it was his 2009 film &ldquo;Al Farah&rdquo; that truly marked a pivotal moment, deemed one of the finest Egyptian films of the 21st century. Its authentic portrayal of Cairo&rsquo;s street culture has left a lasting influence on &nbsp;the Arab cinema scene.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Ramadan Kareem&rdquo;, TV Series That Became An Icon &nbsp;
Sameh Abdelaziz also made his mark in television with the cherished Ramadan series &ldquo;Ramadan Kareem,&rdquo; which depicted the spirit of the holy month unlike any other. For numerous Egyptian families, viewing the series became an integral part of their Ramadan customs.&nbsp;
A Powerful Goodbye&nbsp;
His last television project was the 2025 Ramadan series &ldquo;Shehadet Moamalet Atfal,&rdquo; featuring the legendary Mohamed Henedy. His final film, &ldquo;Al Dashash,&rdquo; showcased comedian Mohamed Saad in a dramatic role&mdash;an acclaimed performance that marked a bold and emotional shift for the actor, brought to life by Abdelaziz's innovative direction.&nbsp;
The Egyptian artistic community is expressing its grief over the loss of one of its most dedicated and impactful directors. Sameh Abdelaziz&rsquo;s oeuvre will endure, serving not just as entertainment but as a part of the cultural memory for a generation. His influence on both Egyptian cinema and television is profound, and his absence will be keenly felt.
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Sameh Abdelaziz Passes Away at 49, Leaving Behind a Rich Cinematic Legacy 

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According to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, in a statement posted on its official website, Thursday, 10th July 2025, extremely hot and humid weather is expected to persist across most parts of the country during daytime hours. The heat continues into the night and early mornings, with humidity levels remaining high.
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Due to elevated humidity, &ldquo;feels like&rdquo; temperatures may rise by an estimated 2&deg;C to 4&deg;C above actual readings.
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Here are the predicted temperatures for key cities:
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Cairo: 37&deg;C / 25&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 39&deg;C
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Alexandria: 32&deg;C / 23&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 36&deg;C
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Marsa Matrouh: 30&deg;C / 24&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 34&deg;C
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Sharm El-Sheikh: 39&deg;C / 29&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 41&deg;C
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Luxor: 42&deg;C / 27&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 43&deg;C
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Aswan: 42&deg;C / 28&deg;C &mdash; Feels like 43&deg;C
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Hot and Humid Conditions on Most Regions — 10th July

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As the final whistle approaches in tonight&rsquo;s FIFA Club World Cup showdown between Chelsea and PSG at 10:00 PM, we posed a bold question to AI: What if Egypt hosted the FIFA Club World Cup in the near future?
The result? A stunning visual journey that reimagines the global tournament amid Egypt&rsquo;s iconic landmarks and ancient splendor.&nbsp;
With this year&rsquo;s tournament already echoing Egyptian spirit in design and presentation, AI took the vision further&mdash;imagining a world where the Pyramids stand tall behind dazzling stadiums, Nile-side fan zones light up with global colors, and the roar of the crowd echoes through time-honored stone.
In this imagined future, Egypt becomes more than just a host&mdash;it becomes the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime fusion between world-class football and the enduring magic of a civilization that shaped history.
If this vision ever comes to life, one thing&rsquo;s for sure: the world won&rsquo;t just be watching a tournament&mdash;they&rsquo;ll be witnessing a cultural moment on a truly epic scale.
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What If Egypt Hosted the FIFA Club World Cup? AI Imagines a Spectacle Like No Other

The FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals wrapped up with high drama and last-minute winners. Chelsea edged Palmeiras 2&ndash;1 in Philadelphia, with Cole Palmer scoring early and a late own goal sealing the win after Est&ecirc;v&atilde;o&rsquo;s stunning equalizer. In Orlando, Fluminense beat Al-Hilal 2&ndash;1 thanks to goals from Matheus Martinelli and H&eacute;rcules. Real Madrid survived a 3&ndash;2 thriller against Borussia Dortmund, with Kylian Mbapp&eacute; sealed the win with a spectacular 94th-minute bicycle kick. Despite finishing with nine men, PSG shocked Bayern to reach the final four with a firm 2&ndash;0 win over Bayern Munich.
Semi-Finals Locked In
Check the infographic below for confirmed semifinal matchups, dates and kickoff times. Expect more chaos as the road to the final continues.
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Infographic | All You Need To Know About  Semi-Final Showdowns

Portuguese football is in mourning following the deaths of international star Diogo Jota and his younger brother Andr&eacute; Silva in a car accident in Spain.
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 The crash took place early Thursday morning on the A-52 motorway in the province of Zamora. According to Spanish media reports, the brothers were travelling in a Lamborghini when the vehicle suffered a tyre blowout, veered off the road and caught fire. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
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 In a statement, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) described the loss as &ldquo;irreparable&rdquo;, adding: &ldquo;More than a fantastic player with nearly 50 caps for the national team, Diogo Jota was a remarkable person, respected by teammates and rivals alike. His brother Andr&eacute; was equally passionate about the sport and deeply committed to his club.&rdquo;
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 The FPF has requested a minute&rsquo;s silence ahead of Portugal&rsquo;s Women&rsquo;s EURO qualifier against Spain on Thursday. Messages of condolence have also been extended to Liverpool FC and FC Penafiel, the clubs the two brothers most recently represented.
Born in Porto in 1996, Diogo Jota began his career at Gondomar SC before joining Pa&ccedil;os de Ferreira, where he turned professional in 2014. His talent quickly attracted international attention, and in 2016 he signed with Atl&eacute;tico Madrid, though he never featured in a first-team match.
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 He spent the 2016&ndash;17 season on loan at FC Porto, scoring eight goals in 27 league appearances. He then moved to England, joining Wolverhampton Wanderers initially on loan and later permanently. His standout performances helped the club win promotion to the Premier League in 2018.
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 In 2020, Jota signed for Liverpool FC in a deal worth up to &pound;45 million. Over four seasons, he made 123 Premier League appearances and scored 47 goals, contributing to the club&rsquo;s domestic and European campaigns. He was also part of Portugal&rsquo;s UEFA Nations League-winning squads in 2019 and 2023, scoring 14 goals in 49 international appearances.
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 Andr&eacute; Silva, 25, had most recently played for FC Penafiel in Liga Portugal 2. A technically gifted attacking midfielder, he developed through the youth ranks of Gondomar and FC Porto before joining Penafiel in 2023. He made over 60 appearances for the club, establishing himself as a regular starter and a key figure in their midfield.
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 The brothers shared a close bond, both on and off the pitch, often spending their off-seasons together and publicly supporting each other&rsquo;s careers.
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The tragedy has sent shockwaves through Portugal, with tributes pouring in from across the footballing world and beyond.
Prime Minister Lu&iacute;s Montenegro offered his condolences publicly stating &ldquo;The news of the death of Diogo Jota &hellip; is unexpected and tragic. I leave the family my deepest condolences. It&rsquo;s a sad day for football and for national and international sport.&rdquo; And added by calling Diogo Jota &ldquo;a symbol of dedication and excellence in Portuguese sport.&rdquo;
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Portugal&rsquo;s Minister of Health, Ana Paula Martins, also expressed sympathy, noting the emotional toll on fans and the wider community, and highlighting the importance of support services in the wake of national grief.
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 Gondomar SC, the club where both brothers began their journeys, cancelled training and lowered its flags in their memory.
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 Social media has since been flooded with tributes from fellow players, coaches and fans around the world.
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A Federa&ccedil;&atilde;o Portuguesa de Futebol e todo o Futebol portugu&ecirc;s est&atilde;o completamente devastados com a morte de Diogo Jota e do seu irm&atilde;o Andr&eacute; Silva, esta madrugada, em Espanha. Muito mais do que o fant&aacute;stico jogador, com quase 50 internacionaliza&ccedil;&otilde;es pela Sele&ccedil;&atilde;o Nacional A, Diogo&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/EN901fH6FG">pic.twitter.com/EN901fH6FG</a>
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The sudden deaths of Diogo Jota and Andr&eacute; Silva have left Portuguese sport&mdash;and its people&mdash;reeling. Known for their humility, talent and fierce love for the game, their legacy lives on in the generations they inspired.
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 As flags fly at half-mast across Portuguese stadiums, the nation unites in grief&mdash;remembering two brothers who gave everything to the game they loved.
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 Portugal Mourns as Diogo Jota and Brother André Die in Car Crash in Spain 

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicked off with a bang as the Round of 16 delivered shocking upsets, high-stakes extra-time battles and goals abundant. Here&rsquo;s a full recap of each match as 32 of the world&rsquo;s top clubs clashed on U.S. soil:
Palmeiras 1&ndash;0 Botafogo The all-Brazilian showdown stayed goalless through regular time. But in the 100th minute, Paulinho broke the deadlock, sending Palmeiras into the quarterfinals and Botafogo home.
Chelsea 4&ndash;1 Benfica (AET) &Aacute;ngel Di Mar&iacute;a&rsquo;s late equalizer sent the game into extra time, but Chelsea exploded with three goals through Reece James, Nkunku, Dewsbury-Hall and a Benfica own goal.
PSG 4&ndash;0 Inter Miami Lionel Messi&rsquo;s reunion with PSG didn&rsquo;t go as planned for Inter Miami. The French giants dominated, with goals from Ugarte, Neves (2) and Hakimi. Zlatan Ibrahimović criticized Miami&rsquo;s showing, calling them &ldquo;statues on the field.&rdquo;
Bayern Munich 4&ndash;2 Flamengo Harry Kane led the way with a brace, supported by goals from Goretzka and M&uuml;ller. Despite goals from Gerson and Jorginho, Flamengo couldn&rsquo;t contain Bayern&rsquo;s firepower. Nine cards were shown in a fiery match.
Fluminense 2&ndash;0 Inter Milan A huge upset! Thiago Silva led a rock-solid Fluminense backline to a clean sheet, while his side stunned Champions League runners-up Inter Milan with a confident two-goal win.
Al Hilal 4&ndash;3 Manchester City
A seven-goal thriller! City led 2&ndash;1, but Al Hilal stormed back. Malcom and Koulibaly brought it level, before Marcos Leonardo closed the win in the 112th minute. Bounou&rsquo;s 10 saves were crucial in the shock of the tournament.
Real Madrid 1&ndash;0 Juventus A tactical battle saw youngster Gonzalo Garc&iacute;a score the winner. Madrid locked things down defensively to edge past Juventus in a tightly contested affair.
Borussia Dortmund 2&ndash;1 Monterrey Serhou Guirassy netted twice early on and though Monterrey pulled one back, Dortmund held on through late pressure. However, they&rsquo;ll face Real Madrid without Jude Bellingham, who is suspended.
Quarterfinals Locked In Ready for more chaos? Swipe through the infographic below to check dates, matchups and kickoff times for the quarterfinals.
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Infographic | Club World Cup Round of 16: Upsets, Extra-Time Thrillers and Quarterfinal Drama Set to Ignite

In a dramatic Round of 16 clash, Premier League champions Manchester City were eliminated from the FIFA Club World Cup following a thrilling 4&ndash;3 defeat to Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s Al Hilal &mdash; the only Arab club advancing to the next round this competition.
A Fast Start and a Furious Response
The match, held in the United States, kicked off with Manchester City asserting early dominance. Bernardo Silva opened the scoring with a powerful strike, giving fans early hope for a comfortable win. City controlled much of the first half and created several chances, but Al Hilal responded with determination and firepower.
Extra-Time Mayhem
By the end of regular time, the score was 2&ndash;2, sending the match into extra time. Former Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly seemed to have sealed it for Al Hilal in the 94th minute, powering in a header that sent Saudi fans into celebration.
However, City&rsquo;s Phil Foden, coming off the bench, answered back with a clever volley from a tight angle, making it 3&ndash;3 and reviving City&rsquo;s hopes.
But Marcos Leonardo had the final word. In the 112th minute, he scored at the back post to deliver a monumental result for the 2021 AFC Champions League winners, ending City's title hopes in vivid way.
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A Surprising Exit for Guardiola's Side
Despite dominating possession and attacking phases, Manchester City couldn&rsquo;t break down Al Hilal&rsquo;s compact defense and quick counterattacks. The result marks a shocking early exit for Pep Guardiola's squad, while Al Hilal celebrates a historic victory that increases Arab football on the global stage.
What&rsquo;s Next?
City now heads home disappointed and out of argument. Meanwhile, Al Hilal will remain in Orlando, where they&rsquo;ll face Fluminense in the quarter-finals on Friday. The winner of that match will go on to meet either Chelsea or Palmeiras in the semi-finals, set to take place in New York/New Jersey.
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Manchester City Crashes Out of Club World Cup After 4–3 Loss to Al Hilal

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A laptop without a screen sounds like something a bored sci-fi writer would pitch after too many energy drinks. But here it is, not just imagined&mdash;built. A real, functioning device that ghosts the one thing we&rsquo;ve all assumed a laptop needs: the screen.
And the kicker? It kind of works.
The concept flips everything on its head. Instead of a physical display, you get a pair of lightweight glasses that project a curved, panoramic workspace into the air around you. One moment, you&rsquo;re staring at a keyboard. Next, you&rsquo;re immersed in a private, 100-inch digital setup that floats in your vision like a command center only you can see. Spreadsheets over here, Zoom call over there, your cursed to-do list hovering just far enough to ignore.
We&rsquo;ve entered the spatial computing chapter&mdash;where the interface is no longer confined to a slab of glass but extends outward, seamlessly, invisibly.
There&rsquo;s elegance in its logic. No more craning your neck downward. No more squinting at tabs stacked like sardines. No more strangers eavesdropping on your inbox. The screen becomes personal, fluid and (let&rsquo;s be real) kind of magical.
But it&rsquo;s not all stardust and holograms.
Underneath the wow factor is a system still growing into itself. The operating environment leans on streamlined, cloud-first tools. Great for documents, browsing, maybe a few video calls. But don&rsquo;t expect full-fledged desktop muscle. If you&rsquo;re trying to edit a feature film or run simulations, this isn&rsquo;t your ride&mdash;yet.
As for the glasses: surprisingly light, pretty comfortable, prescription-friendly, stylish? Meh. And let&rsquo;s not pretend they&rsquo;re invisible. You will, at best, resemble a time-traveling librarian. People will stare. Deal with it.
Battery life is decent (5-7 Hours)&mdash;enough for a work session, not a marathon. Audio? Functional. Good enough for a call, maybe not your next album listen. But the biggest shift isn&rsquo;t in specs. It&rsquo;s in the mindset.
Because once you remove the screen, you&rsquo;re not just redesigning a device. You&rsquo;re challenging a century of habits. You&rsquo;re saying, &ldquo;What if the display followed me, not the other way around?&rdquo;
And suddenly, your entire environment becomes a workspace. Caf&eacute;s, airports, co-working spaces, your kitchen counter&mdash;no extra monitors, no privacy screens, no weird laptop angles. Just a clean surface, a keyboard and your own private digital expanse.
Will it catch on? Hard to say. It's bold. It's pricey. It's niche. But it also feels like a seed. A prototype of what&rsquo;s coming. Because if a laptop can survive without a screen, what else are we holding onto just because it&rsquo;s always been there?
The future might not be here yet. But this? It&rsquo;s squinting at it, glasses on.

A Screen-less Screen? We're Not In The Future, But It Seems Unreal 

Trends never stop&mdash;whether in fashion, music, or food. The latest fruity obsession is the pink pineapple, a vibrant twist on the classic tropical treat. Celebrities have been quick to join the hype, with music producer Benny Blanco among the first to try it. &ldquo;It smells and looks like a normal pineapple, but inside it&rsquo;s pink,&rdquo; he said, describing the taste as &ldquo;incredible.&rdquo; So what exactly is the pink pineapple and why is everyone talking about it? Here are all the answers you&rsquo;ve been wondering about.
What Is the Pink Pineapple?
The pink pineapple is a rare, pink-fleshed variety of the traditional tropical fruit. It isn&rsquo;t a different species, but rather a genetically modified version that features a soft, pastel-pink interior instead of the usual yellow. Its unique appearance and sweet flavor have made it a must-try novelty in the world of exotic fruits.
How Does It Become Pink?
The pink color comes from lycopene, the same natural pigment found in tomatoes and watermelons. In regular pineapples, lycopene is converted into beta-carotene, which gives them their golden-yellow hue. In pink pineapples, scientists altered the fruit&rsquo;s DNA to turn off the enzyme that performs this conversion, allowing the pink pigment to stay.
Where Is It Grown?
This special variety is grown exclusively in select tropical farms, under carefully controlled conditions. It takes more than two years to cultivate each pineapple, making the process labor-intensive and production limited. That exclusivity plays a big role in its appeal and price.
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Why Is It So Expensive?
Pink pineapples are not just rare&mdash;they&rsquo;re also marketed as a luxury fruit. Only limited batches are produced and each fruit is often shipped without its crown to prevent replanting, keeping it exclusive. With elegant packaging and high shipping costs, these pineapples can sell for anywhere from $25 to $50 each.
Is It Safe to Eat?
Yes, pink pineapples are completely safe and approved for consumption. Although they&rsquo;re genetically modified, the changes only involve preserving natural lycopene, which is already found in many healthy fruits. No harmful substances are added and none of the fruit&rsquo;s natural nutrition is lost.
Health Benefits
Pink pineapples aren&rsquo;t just pretty&mdash;they&rsquo;re packed with health benefits:
Rich in Vitamin C: Supports immunity and skin health. High in Antioxidants: Lycopene may reduce cancer and heart disease risk. Aids Digestion: Contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps with digestion and inflammation. Low in Calories: Naturally sweet without the guilt. &nbsp;
The Viral Appeal
Beyond its flavor and health perks, the pink pineapple is a social media sensation. Its pastel color and photogenic charm make it a favorite among influencers, food bloggers and anyone looking for the next Instagram-worthy snack. From celebrity shoutouts to TikTok taste tests, this fruit has quickly become a pop culture favorite.
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Get ready to look up tonight as Egypt&rsquo;s sky will be lit up by a breathtaking celestial event: The Strawberry Moon&mdash;June&rsquo;s full moon&mdash;known for its enchanting glow and low rise on the horizon.
Despite its sweet name, the moon won&rsquo;t appear pink. Instead, it will glow in deep golden-orange hues as it rises low over the Nile and the rooftops of Cairo, creating a warm and dreamy view. But this year&rsquo;s Strawberry Moon isn&rsquo;t just beautiful &mdash; it&rsquo;s historically rare.
In 2025, the moon aligns with a major lunar standstill &mdash; a celestial event that causes the moon to rise and set at its most extreme points along the horizon. This phenomenon makes the moon appear unusually low in the sky, intensifying its color and scale. The last time this occurred was nearly two decades ago, and it won&rsquo;t happen again until 2043.
Originally named by Native American tribes to mark the ripening of wild strawberries, the Strawberry Moon has long symbolized change and abundance. And tonight, skywatchers across Egypt and the Northern Hemisphere will get to witness its most extraordinary form.
Whether you're an avid astronomy enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of the universe, tonight's moon promises a rare and unforgettable sight in Egypt&rsquo;s summer sky.

Strawberry Moon Over Egypt: A Golden Spectacle You Can’t Miss Tonight

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They cook. They dance. They give you a dramatic wink. But here&rsquo;s the twist:&nbsp;these cats aren&rsquo;t real. They&rsquo;re powered by AI, and they&rsquo;re taking over your social media feeds. Once you watch one, you are likely to watch more. Welcome to the latest internet trend: AI-generated cat videos. From TikTok to YouTube Shorts, they aren&rsquo;t just popular, they're everywhere. Some videos even get over 225 million views. So what makes these virtual cats so captivating?
The Rise of AI Cat Content&nbsp;&nbsp;
Cats have always ruled the internet, from Grumpy Cat skits to AI cat videos. In 2025, a new type of cat star appeared&mdash;digital, animated, and irresistibly cute. Meet the AI cat. With tools like PopAi, Dreamface and TikTok&rsquo;s AI Alive, anyone can turn a still image of a cat into a full performance in seconds. Whether they are singing, cooking or breakdancing, these AI cats work hard to create entertaining content. The result is a mix of bizarre, funny and hypnotic videos that feel like a Pixar short combined with internet memes. And viewers can&rsquo;t get enough.
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What Makes Them So Addictive?&nbsp;&nbsp;
Not every video goes viral, but almost every AI cat video gathers hundreds of millions of views. Why? They mix comfort and chaos perfectly. These videos take something we all love&mdash;cats&mdash;and add a sprinkle of absurdity. One moment,&nbsp;a fluffy tabby is flipping pancakes, and the next, it is moonwalking in a shiny outfit. Our brains enjoy novelty, patterns and surprises. AI cat videos deliver all three, plus humor. With quirky voices, popular audio and lively facial expressions, these videos bring a fun experience. They&rsquo;re easy to watch, funny to share and hard to resist. It&rsquo;s not just entertainment, it&rsquo;s enjoyable content that grabs attention.
How They Use Human Elements to Go Viral&nbsp;&nbsp;
Part of what makes these AI cats popular is how they act like people. In one viral video, a cat wearing a hoodie walks confidently, syncing with a popular sound while lip-syncing and dancing. These digital cats feel relatable&mdash;they show sarcasm, drama or Gen Z vibes that resonate with audiences. AI tools use motion capture, voice changes, and facial mapping to add human qualities to these digital cats. The outcome is characters that remind you of your confident friend, your passive-aggressive coworker or your TikTok-loving sibling&mdash;but in cat form. They&rsquo;re moving memes, and that&rsquo;s why they spread quickly online.
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Is This the Future of Entertainment?&nbsp;&nbsp;
While it may seem silly now, AI cat videos could be a window into future entertainment. These clips don&rsquo;t need actors, editors, or real pets. You just need an idea and an app, and you can create content that rivals studio productions. For Gen Z and Alpha, who grew up with reels, filters and deepfakes, this content feels natural and fun.&nbsp;
But it raises important questions: What if the next big influencer isn&rsquo;t human? What if entire shows, brands or fan communities form around fully AI-generated characters, starting with a dancing cat? We aren&rsquo;t just watching entertainment anymore. We are witnessing a new type of creativity. If the trends continue, this may be just the beginning.
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Purr-fectly Addictive: Why AI Cat Videos Are Taking Over Our Screens

Photo Credit: Zahi Hawass' official page
Egypt&rsquo;s leading archaeologist, Dr. Zahi Hawass, made a high-profile appearance on Joe Rogan&rsquo;s popular podcast, captivating a global audience with the enduring mysteries of Ancient Egypt. In a conversation that merged archaeology, history and myth, Dr. Hawass confidently dismantled popular misconceptions&mdash;starting with the biggest one: the pyramids were not built by slaves.
Who Built the Pyramids?
Dr. Hawass emphasized that the builders of the Great Pyramid were skilled Egyptian laborers, not slaves as often portrayed in Hollywood. &ldquo;I found the tombs of pyramid workers just a mile south of the Sphinx,&rdquo; he told Rogan. &ldquo;This is a very important discovery because it tells the world who built the pyramids.&rdquo; These graves, made from simple materials, reflect a clear social structure&mdash;laborers buried separately from artisans and technicians, highlighting the respect and care given to those who built Egypt&rsquo;s greatest monuments.
Workers' Tombs Reveal a Human Side
One of Hawass&rsquo;s most powerful stories involves his discovery of massive granite sarcophagi at Abusir, near the Sphinx. Using traditional wooden sledges, his small team of ten men moved a 20-ton sarcophagus. Beneath it, they found two more sarcophagi and a mummy coffin. Personal items like perfume jars and even beer vessels were found in the tombs. &ldquo;One skeleton was buried holding a beer jar,&rdquo; he noted. &ldquo;That tells us he wanted to enjoy beer in the afterlife.&rdquo;
Merer&rsquo;s Diary: Pyramid Construction Uncovered
Among the most groundbreaking discoveries in recent years is the diary of Merer, an overseer who documented how limestone blocks were transported from Tura quarries to Giza. This ancient papyrus provides direct insight into the logistics behind pyramid construction&mdash;evidence that bolsters the theory of organized Egyptian labor rather than slave labor.
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Robots and the Great Pyramid
In 2002, while serving as National Geographic&rsquo;s Explorer-in-Residence, Dr. Hawass collaborated with scientists to design the Pyramid Rover&mdash;a robot created to explore previously inaccessible shafts within the Great Pyramid. This marked a new era of archaeology that blends tradition with technology, unlocking ancient secrets while preserving the structures themselves.
Magic, Myth, and Spiritual Life
Hawass also touched on the spiritual dimensions of ancient Egyptian life. Stories from ancient texts describe magicians performing astonishing feats, like reattaching the head of a goose. These tales highlight the deep integration of ritual, religion, and science in ancient Egyptian culture. &ldquo;When God told Moses to confront Pharaoh, he warned that Pharaoh was a master of magic,&rdquo; Hawass said, illustrating Egypt&rsquo;s widespread reputation for mystical power.
The Truth Beneath the Sphinx
Addressing conspiracy theories, Hawass clarified that there are no hidden chambers under the Great Sphinx. &ldquo;We drilled extensively under the Sphinx and found it is solid rock,&rdquo; he said. His comments challenge decades of speculation and reinforce the need for evidence-based archaeology.
Preserving the Past, Inspiring the Future
Dr. Zahi Hawass&rsquo;s mission extends beyond excavation&mdash;he is determined to preserve Egypt&rsquo;s heritage and inspire the next generation of explorers. &ldquo;I want to invite everyone interested in Egypt&rsquo;s history to come and see these wonders with their own eyes,&rdquo; he urged.
His appearance on Joe Rogan&rsquo;s podcast wasn&rsquo;t just an interview&mdash;it was a moment of cultural diplomacy, offering the world a chance to see Egypt through the eyes of one of its most passionate guardians.
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Dr. Zahi Hawass on Joe Rogan's Podcast: Ancient Egypt in the Global Spotlight

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A newly released video has shed light on the final seconds of the Titan submersible before its catastrophic implosion during a deep-sea expedition to the wreck of the Titanic &mdash; an accident that killed all five people onboard and raised major questions about deep-sea exploration safety.
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Footage published this week revealed that a low thud was audibly captured aboard the Polar Prince, the support ship on the surface, just moments before the submersible sent its final message. The noise, now believed to be the sound of the sub&rsquo;s hull collapsing under pressure, went largely unnoticed at the time. Moments later, the Titan&rsquo;s last transmission reported the release of two ballast weights &mdash; a routine maneuver during the descent. Then came silence.
The Final Descent
The June 2023 dive, led by OceanGate Expeditions, aimed to take a crew of five 12,500 feet below the surface to explore the Titanic wreck. Among those on board were OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, British billionaire Hamish Harding, French Titanic expert Paul-Henri Nargeolet, Pakistani businessman Shahzada Dawood and his 19-year-old son Suleman.
About an hour and 45 minutes into the dive, all communication with the sub abruptly ceased. What followed was a frantic international search effort involving the U.S. Coast Guard, Canadian Navy and private vessels &mdash; but hopes for a rescue soon faded.
Investigators now believe the Titan imploded shortly after that final message, killing everyone on board instantly. The implosion likely occurred due to a structural failure in the sub&rsquo;s experimental carbon-fiber hull, which had been criticized by engineers and former OceanGate staff well before the dive.
Known Warnings Ignored
Reports revealed that OceanGate had been repeatedly warned about the Titan&rsquo;s safety. In the years leading up to the disaster, concerns were raised over the submersible&rsquo;s design &mdash; particularly the use of carbon composite materials instead of traditional titanium. The hull had allegedly shown signs of delamination in a previous dive, and experts feared its ability to withstand the extreme pressures of the deep sea.
Despite this, OceanGate moved forward with the Titanic expeditions, billing them as &ldquo;innovative missions for citizen explorers.&rdquo; Stockton Rush, known for his maverick approach to submersible design, often dismissed safety concerns as industry resistance to innovation.
Aftermath and Emotional Fallout
Among the most haunting moments from the newly released footage is the quiet realization aboard the Polar Prince that something had gone wrong. The video shows Wendy Rush, Stockton&rsquo;s wife and OceanGate&rsquo;s communications director, reacting to the strange sound and the loss of contact. Her presence on the support vessel added another layer of emotional weight to the tragedy &mdash; one that has continued to echo through the deep-sea and scientific communities.
OceanGate has since suspended all operations, and a final report from the U.S. Coast Guard is expected later this year. Meanwhile, the implosion has triggered a broader conversation about ethics in adventure tourism, the limits of private tech innovation and regulations in extreme-environment exploration.
A Deep Dive with No Return
The Titan disaster will likely be remembered not only for its tragic loss of life but also as a cautionary tale about ambition unchecked by caution. What began as a groundbreaking dive into history ended in a devastating collapse &mdash; one that was heard, in hindsight, seconds before the world knew what had happened.

Titanic Sub Implosion: Final Moments Captured Before Tragic Collapse That Killed Five

Photo Credit:&nbsp;Robert Herjavec's official page
Renowned Croatian-Canadian businessman and investor Robert Herjavec is officially joining &ldquo;Shark Tank&rdquo; Egypt as a guest shark on 23rd May, as announced on the show's official social media pages. Known for his sharp business insight and billion-dollar mindset, Herjavec brings his global edge and bold investment approach to the Egyptian edition of the hit entrepreneurial series.
Herjavec&rsquo;s Big Announcement
"I'm heading to the land of the pharaohs&mdash;yes, Egypt," Herjavec shared with excitement on social media. "I'm beyond thrilled to announce I will be joining Shark Tank Egypt as a guest shark on 23rd MayThe show has only been running for three seasons, but the talent, the ideas, and the drive coming out of this market&mdash;it's incredible."
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From Canada to Prime Time Stardom
Herjavec is best known for his role as one of the prominent sharks on the U.S. version of Shark Tank and Canada&rsquo;s Dragons&rsquo; Den. His journey from humble beginnings to tech mogul is a classic rags-to-riches tale. After immigrating to Canada from Croatia as a child, he worked multiple low-paying jobs before launching BRAK Systems, a Canadian internet security company, which he later sold to AT&amp;T Canada for $30.2 million.
The Rise of a Cybersecurity Giant
In 2003, he founded The Herjavec Group, now one of Canada&rsquo;s largest and most successful cybersecurity firms, serving clients around the world. His leadership and innovation have positioned him as a respected authority in both business and technology sectors.
Legacy and Influence
Beyond business, Herjavec is a bestselling author and motivational speaker. His books&mdash;including Driven: How to Succeed in Business and in Life, The Will to Win, and You Don&rsquo;t Have to Be a Shark&mdash;have inspired countless entrepreneurs globally. On television, he has become a fan favorite for his encouraging yet strategic style, with memorable investments in companies like Tipsy Elves, SynDaver Labs, and LuminAID.

Robert Herjavec: I'm Heading To The Land Of The Pharaohs

&nbsp;Photo Credit: Live Science's official pages
Stargazers and skywatchers in Egypt are in for a rare treat this Friday at dawn, as the night sky presents a spectacular show &mdash; a celestial &ldquo;smiley face&rdquo; created by the alignment of Venus, Saturn, and a delicate crescent Moon.
According to <a href="https://www.livescience.com/space/astronomy/two-planets-will-form-a-smiley-face-with-the-moon-on-april-25-heres-where-to-look?utm_source=facebook&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=dhfacebook&amp;utm_content=null&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawJ0TDtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETE0TEtMbzViTmNoZlVoQkpvAR5mCvi7nJUAP6MWbykdhr4HIV6LHaVHDlaNEX9RUO8FinGdmk4XEEmcHbs3rw_aem_ShRHd-evJoir6AvXlSqD0g">Live Science</a>, this extraordinary astronomical event, known as a triple conjunction, occurs when three celestial bodies appear very close together in the sky. In this case, Venus and Saturn will serve as the "eyes," while the crescent Moon completes the joyful expression with a graceful "smile."
Set your alarms early on Friday, April 25, 2025, and find a spot with a clear view of the eastern horizon. This charming alignment promises not only a beautiful sight but also a moment of cosmic wonder for anyone fascinated by space and the mysteries above.
Don&rsquo;t miss the chance to greet the universe with a smile &mdash; it&rsquo;s smiling back at you!

Rare Celestial "Smiley Face" to Light Up Egypt’s Sky This Friday

Photo Credit: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ifonly.ai/">ifonly.ai Instagram account&nbsp;</a>
This surreal image of a runway suspended high above the city is actually AI-generated, but it raises a fascinating question: could sky-high catwalks be the norm in 10 years? With the rise of drone technology, immersive experiences, and gravity-defying restaurants (yes, we&rsquo;re looking at you, Dinner in the Sky), it&rsquo;s not that far-fetched.
The concept imagines a floating platform, complete with fashion editors, photographers, and front-row glitterati calmly seated mid-air while models strut their stuff on a narrow runway. The view? Just your average, jaw-dropping skyline.
Sure, it might be AI fantasy for now, but as technology and showmanship continue to collide, fashion shows are evolving into cinematic spectacles. First came digital collections, then the metaverse &mdash; and now? Maybe the sky&rsquo;s the limit... literally.
Would you dare attend a fashion show floating hundreds of meters above the ground? Or will sky couture remain just a stylish dream? Either way, this concept has us hooked.

"Runway in the Sky?” This AI-Generated Fashion Show Might Just Be a Glimpse into the Future

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Geekdom

Started back in 1999, Hedkandi evolved into a global dance music phenomenon collecting the best funky, happy and disco house music from all over the world, mixed into a 2-hour weekly show hosted by Mark Doyle.

Hedkandi

In an attempt to bring back the hype to your weekends, Joris is taking over for a full hour every Thursday! Spectrum is the brand new radio show by Joris Voorn, allowing him to share the full reach of his extensive musical tastes with both his loyal fanbase and new listeners alike. The show reflects this with regular premiers of new music from Joris and other artists in his world, as well as regularly featuring live sets captured at some of the world's most iconic dance music venues.

Spectrum 

Every Thursday from 1 to 3 pm, Gazlan will be taking listeners on a two-hour journey around different parts of Egypt and the world. Exploring what each place has to offer, from outdoor activities to watersports to simply relaxing and enjoying mother nature.

Gaz Guides

Presented by Hisham Moussa &amp; Nancy Hany , this entertaining show will highlight what is good in terms of what the audience find entertaining. People tend to follow social media platforms to watch talents in singing, acting, dancing, sports, stand up comedy and more. The shows focuses on what&rsquo;s entertaining and will present different entertaining segments, along side celebrity interviews.

The Evening Show 

Spinning out your favourite classic hits from the 60s to the 90s. Tune in to listen to those good oldies. One great hit after the other from 10:00AM-11:00AM Fridays &amp; Saturdays.&nbsp;

Flash Back

Heading to Sahel or just dreaming of the beach? No worries! Join Zeinab &amp; Sami every Sunday to Thursday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on The Big Drive &mdash; your ultimate afternoon escape on Nile FM! Expect the best music, real talk and nonstop energy to carry you through the week. And on Thursdays, we go full Sahel mode with SNL on Nile FM &mdash; dropping hot event updates, summer vibes, and exclusive DJ sets that kick off your weekend early!

The Big Drive

Hip-Hop &amp; RNB from the one and only DJ Feedo! With a master&rsquo;s degree in swag, Feedo will give your Friday the kick it needs to. Your Weekly dose of all the newest hip-hop releases, the best old school jams, east coast/west coast, shack town, the dirty south &amp; the Middle East just got a whole lot more flavorful with DJ FEEDO!

Friday Night Flavas

Every Wednesday from 11 am to 1 pm, Kenzy will be counting down the week&rsquo;s biggest 30 songs on the only official chart countdown in the nation &ldquo;Hit 30 Egypt&rdquo;
Find out whether your favorite song will make it to the #1 spot each week and how long it will stay there!

Hit 30 Egypt Live

"Brain Busters" is a 1-hour radio show that&rsquo;ll tickle your curiosity, test your trivia skills, and blow your mind with fresh facts about our fascinating world. Tune in, buckle up, and prepare to get your brain busted!&nbsp;Every Sunday to Thursday from 10 to 11 am.&nbsp;

Brain Busters

Every weekday from 3 to 4 pm, Feedo delivers the hottest chart-topping hit music, mixed back to back, non-stop! All the latest tracks for one hour straight, with no interruptions! You know you&rsquo;re in good hands with Feedo and his stellar music taste!

Mixalicious

AT40 gives you the inside scoop on everything &ldquo;Hollywood&rdquo; as well as counting down through the &ldquo;top 40&rdquo; songs on US charts! Hosted by the one and only Ryan Seacrest, this one is a can&rsquo;t-miss for our pop- culture-obsessed listeners who can&rsquo;t get enough of celebrity shenanigans!

American Top 40

John will add more dances and much more fun to our weekends every Thursday! If you&rsquo;re not an avid follower of dance music but are tuned into popular culture at all you&rsquo;ve likely experienced music touched by the hands of John Digweed. One of the most successful dance music shows achieved a near cult status with listeners John shares his platform weekly by bringing in worldwide guest dj&rsquo;s.

Transitions 

Your morning commute has never been this fun!
An endlessly entertaining blend of games, news tidbits, and the latest hits, &ldquo;The Big Breakfast&rdquo; is the best place to kick-start your morning. What you listen to in the morning can really set the tone of your whole day and Rob &amp; Nadine are here to make sure you are fresh and ready to conquer the day!

The Big Breakfast Show

A newly created show &ldquo;Nile FM&rsquo;s DJ of the week&rdquo; opening a window for all performers who have been waiting for an opportunity to reach Nile FM&rsquo;s audience!

DJ of the Week

Bringing the best to your weekend and we are putting you right in the mood for it! Nicole Moudaber is one of the techno world&rsquo;s most iconic and hardworking contemporary artists&hellip; Ignited by an internal combustion engine fueled by raw emotion, Nicole is at the forefront of her own movement. An unstoppable soul who stands in a class of her own!

In The Mood

An hour of non-stop feel good anthems to get you pumped for the weekend. Whether you're getting ready for a fun night out or heading home for a cozy night in, this upbeat soundtrack is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Turn up the music and sing along to all your favorite happy tunes, every Thursday from 7 to 8 pm.

Feel Good Thursday

Sit back and enjoy the chilled-out sounds of oriental-inspired music; the perfect setting for an introspective drive in your car, or just an escape from the stress of your day. It's the show that brings a little dose of local flavor and a whole lot of Zen. Don't miss it every Friday from 11 am to 1 pm.&nbsp;

Nile Bazaar

Home Grown is the place where bands, artists, singers and even rappers can showcase their talents on Nile FM. Each week we will play an hour of different artists showing off the locally grown and sometimes self-taught musicians helping them reach an audience they wouldn't usually have access to. Also periodically we will invite the artists to come and record one or more songs in our studio's along with creating a music video for our socials.

Home Grown 

A him and her show where Mickey &amp; Kenzy will talk about topics that interest us, that are trending, and that everyone can relate to. Two perspectives &amp; two preferences. Simply this show will be a place where people can listen to funny, interesting, and relatable&nbsp;topics, with his two cents and her takes. Music, movies, habits, career talk, pop culture, how-to, why, and why-not, did you know? and the list goes on and on which is what makes this show powerful. It&rsquo;s all about the now, the current, and the relevant with interesting talks about everything for everyone.

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