3 dead, hundreds injured after storms rouse scorpions in Egypt
The city of Aswan has been dealing with an influx of scorpions and snakes, thanks to a recent rash of heavy storms disturbing their hiding places.
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The 'Godmother' Of Egyptian Feminism Has Died: Remembering Nawal El Saadawi
Nawal El Saadawi — unwilling to be married off at an early age and, in her words, "not really fit for the role of a wife" — coalesced an activist movement that inspired generations of Egyptians.
Massive Container Ship Runs Aground In Suez Canal, Halting Traffic
Traffic through one of the world's busiest waterways was stalled after the Ever Given ran aground and blocked the Suez Canal.
Egypt Defiant As International Criticism Grows Over Arrest Of Human Rights Activists
Three prominent figures in the country's embattled human rights movement were arrested after meeting with European ambassadors. The Egyptian government is accusing them of being terrorists.
Charity Gains New Importance For Muslims Observing Ramadan Amid Economic Shutdowns
Giving to the poor is an essential part of the holy month, which began Friday, and with so many people thrown out of work, observers say it's particularly needed now.
U.S. Citizen Dies In Egyptian Prison, State Department Says
Moustafa Kassem, who sold auto parts in New York, was arrested amid a massive crackdown in Egypt in 2013. He had been on hunger strike for more than a year at the time of his death.
'Deep, Dark Conspiracy Theories' Hound Some Civil Servants In Trump Era
Some pro-Trump news outlets are singling out federal employees and accusing them of trying to sabotage the president. The targets have often worked for decades in government outside of the spotlight.
Major Crackdown In Egypt Sweeps Up Activists, Children — And At Least 1 U.S. Citizen
Protesters, schoolchildren and some of the government's most prominent critics have all been detained in a government clampdown. So was a 22-year-old American college student, accused of spying.
Hide The Wine! I'm Hosting My First Eid Al-Adha Feast
I haven't been to a mosque in ages. I had no idea how to celebrate the holiday — or whether it was appropriate for me to do so.
Here's What Tourists Might See If They Were Allowed To Visit Gaza
Gaza has been off-limits to tourists since Hamas took over in 2007. A veteran Palestinian tour guide leads NPR to see the sites, including a palace, a mosque and a bathhouse.