Researchers analyzing an extremely rare Egyptian alabastron inscribed with the name of Persian ruler Xerxes I have discovered traces of opium within the ancient vessel, suggesting that the narcotic ...

The ancient site of Karnak is one of the most impressive places to visit in Egypt. Situated just a short distance from the ...

Ancient Egypt is one of the world's most iconic civilizations, known for its awe-inspiring achievements and innovations.

Archaeologists identified the tomb owners by reading titles carved on walls and lintels. The names are Amun-em-Ipet from the ...

In an effort to attract more international tourists, the Egyptian Tourism Authority announced the opening of the Grand ...

In the slaveholding South, ancient Egypt and its pharaohs became a way to justify slavery. For abolitionists and African Americans, biblical Egypt served as a symbol of bondage and liberation.

Go back in time to ancient Egypt. Thousands of years, in fact. Their influence on modern life can be seen in our language, art, engineering, and more. Gain a new appreciation for ancient Egyptian ...

Here's a look at Egypt, the most populous country in the Arab world. Egypt is located in North Africa and is bisected by the Nile River. It shares a border with Israel, Sudan and Libya. It also ...

The seized items include a funerary statue valued at $6 million that likely came from an archaeological site near the ancient ...

The EU and Egypt have a strong and longstanding relationship with growing cooperation. The EU-Egypt strategic partnership ...

American taxpayers send more foreign aid to Egypt than to any other nation except Israel. But America's nearly one and a half billion dollars a year is going to a regime accused of the worst abuses in ...

Hossam Hassan cements his place in Egypt’s football historyHossam Hassan further cements his legendary status. The man who ...