The “Egypt Japan University Of Science & Technology” (EJUST) has been ranked eighth place locally amongst 31 Egyptian universities included in the Times Higher Education sustainable development impact ranking for 2021, according to EJUST’s president Ahmed Elgohary. According to the global ranking of 1,115 universities, EJUST came in the 401-600 position. The chairperson of the EJUST sustainable development committee Mona Gamal Eldin highlighted the 10 goals out of the 17 total UN Sustainable Development Goals, of which EJUST scored best in the following four goals: “Clean Water and Sanitation”, “Partnerships for the Goals”, “Climate Action”, and “Affordable and Clean Energy”, of which EJUST came in second place amongst Egyptian universities. “Egypt-Japan University for Science and Technology (E-JUST) was established in 2009 in Alexandria, Egypt, as a project between the Egyptian and Japanese governments. The university accepted its first students a year later, in 2010”, the university’s official profile on the Times Higher Education website reads.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry on Wednesday said in statements to CNN that Egypt is working to reach a ceasefire in the Palestinian territories to avert more escalation of conflict there. The Egyptian foreign minister added that Egypt is contacting all parties concerned to discuss the current situation in the territories. Egypt is consulting closely with the Israeli side, Palestinian Authority and Hamas regarding the crisis, he said. Egypt has taken political and diplomatic steps to encourage ceasefire, condemn the Israeli aggression, and support the Palestinian’s legitimate rights. According to the United Nations, 40,000 Palestinians got displaced – mainly from the North to the South – while 2,500 lost their homes.

The joint Egyptian-Emirati military exercise “Zayed Three” kicked off on Friday in the United Arab Emirates, running for two weeks and featuring the participation of special forces from both countries. The exercise includes many activities, such as the exchange of training experiences between both sides and training on managing joint combat work between participating elements. This training drill comes as part of the Egyptian armed forces’ desire to strengthen military cooperation with friendly nations, find the most appropriate solutions against enemy forces, impose emergency drills and further coordination between the Egyptian and Emirati armed forces to meet the challenges facing the region. Military cooperation between the UAE and Egypt is built on a long history of shared expertise and advanced capabilities. The UAE and Egyptian armed forces enjoy high capabilities and rich capabilities to meet the various challenges to the region’s security.

CAIRO -21 May 2021: Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry received a phone call, Friday from his Israeli counterpart Gabi Ashkenazi who praised Cairo’s efforts to reach a ceasefire with the Palestinian side. Ashkenazi affirmed the Israeli side’s keenness to maintain calm. As per Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s directives, two security delegations arrived in Palestinian and Israeli territories to consolidate the ceasefire in Gaza. The Palestinian and Israeli sides called on Egypt to monitor the implementation of the ceasefire, saying they adhere to the Egyptian de-escalation efforts. Regional and international parties welcomed the ceasefire that was reached as a result of the Egyptian efforts exerted during the past period.

AFP - FIFA on Friday launched an overhaul of the international football calendar beyond 2024, saying it is open to "everything" including the organisation of a World Cup every two years, despite opposition from wilting players and fears over a devalued product. FIFA's football development chief Arsene Wenger suggested in March that the World Cup, the European Championship and other international tournaments be held every two years. A biennial World Cup is tempting for broadcasters but would be fiercely opposed be federations, leagues and clubs who fear player burnout. Infantino reiterated his intention to "find a date" for a Club World Cup which he wants to see extended to 24 teams, despite widespread opposition to the plan. He added: "The only body which is generating revenues from all over the world and redistributing and investing all over the world in solidarity is FIFA."

CAIRO - 23 May 2020: The Health Ministry said Saturday night that 1,151 new coronavirus cases were detected, upping the total number of confirmed cases since the outbreak in the country began to 252,690. In a statement, Spokesman for the Health Ministry Khaled Megahed said 59 patients have died from the virus over the past 24 hours, raising the death toll to 14,670. As many as 980 patients were discharged from isolation hospitals after receiving necessary medical care, taking the number of recovered cases to 186,223 so far, the spokesman said. The virus measures that will come into effect as of May 22 to May 31, include banning all artistic and cultural events, in addition to holding wedding parties and other social events only in the open air. The ministerial decision allowed the re-opening of public beaches, parks and gardens, while taking all health precautions.

CAIRO - 22 May 2020: The Health Ministry said late Friday night that 1,148 new coronavirus cases were detected, upping the total number of confirmed cases since the outbreak in the country began to 251,539. In a statement, Spokesman for the Health Ministry Khaled Megahed said 52 patients have died from the virus over the past 24 hours, raising the death toll to 14,611. As many as 870 patients were discharged from isolation hospitals after receiving necessary medical care, taking the number of recovered cases to 185,243 so far, the spokesman said. The virus measures that will come into effect as of May 22 to May 31, include banning all artistic and cultural events, in addition to holding wedding parties and other social events only in the open air. The ministerial decision allowed the re-opening of public beaches, parks and gardens, while taking all health precautions.

CAIRO - 21 May 2021: Twitter has announced that, as of May 21, it will be rolling out its new verification application process, and reviewing public applications for verification on Twitter. The latest milestone in Twitter’s plans to provide greater transparency, credibility and clarity to verification on Twitter, the announcement follows the development and launch of a new policy shaped by public feedback in Arabic, English, Hindi, Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese. The policy is being rolled-out across the platform with the automatic removal of the verified badge from accounts that no longer meet the updated criteria for verification, such as those that are inactive or incomplete.

AFP - Pep Guardiola hopes Sergio Aguero will be fit enough for one last appearance for Manchester City on Sunday as the Argentine forward bids farewell following a trophy-laden decade at the Premier League club. Aguero has scored a club-record 258 goals since joining from Atletico Madrid in 2011, winning five Premier League titles among other silverware. The champions wrap up their Premier League campaign against Everton before switching their focus to next week's Champions League final against Chelsea. Aguero, fourth in the Premier League all-time scorers list with 182 goals, will forever be remembered for his injury-time strike that secured City's first Premier League title in 2012. Aguero farewellCity will receive the Premier League trophy after Sunday's match before a special farewell ceremony to honour Aguero.

Saturday will witness the continued closure of shops, cafes, malls, sports clubs, gyms and wedding halls across Egypt from 9 pm to 6 am, until the end of May. The decision was made by Egypt’s Higher Committee for the Coronavirus Crisis Management earlier this month, after the country’s daily case count continued to rise up to second wave peak levels. The committee also decided to allow the reopening of public beaches and parks, which have been closed since May 6. The Egyptian Cabinet announced the committee’s decision to continue the imposed curfew during their weekly meeting on Wednesday. The Ministry of Health and Population announced on Thursday 1,153 new coronavirus cases and 61 deaths.

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) predicted on Saturday a decrease in weather temperatures, with moderately hot weather in Cairo, the Delta region, and northern Upper Egypt. Temperatures along the northern coast will be moderate, and hot weather will prevail in Sinai southern Upper Egypt. EMA official Mahmoud Shaheen added that active winds will blow in Cairo, the Detla, South Sinai and northern Upper Egypt. Light, intermittent rain may fall in South Sinai. High temperatures for the following cities are:Cairo: 30CAlexandria: 25CSohag: 35CQena: 37CAswan: 39C

Audio streaming giant Deezer announced on Friday that Jeronimo Folgueira has been appointed as the company’s new CEO and will move into this role at the end of June. He’s been a perfect wingman and creative partner and I look forward to working with him and the rest of the Deezer Board as an advisor and Board Member. I will also continue to be an investor in Deezer going forward,” added Albrecht. Jeronimo will now begin his work with Deezer’s Board of Directors, executive management and team to ensure a smooth transition in June. Deezer is available as a free download for iPhone, iPad, Android and Windows devices or on the web at deezer.com.

Israel thanked Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi for his part in brokering the Gaza ceasefire agreement between the Israeli military and Hamas, which went into effect Friday at dawn. The Israeli embassy in Egypt wrote on its Facebook account “thanks and appreciation for the efforts of the officials in reaching a ceasefire decision, led by President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.”“We hope that peace will prevail in Israel and for civilians in Gaza,” it added. On Thursday evening, the Israeli government announced that it had reached a ceasefire agreement, following 11 days of air strikes on Gaza carried out by the Israeli military. The Israeli government said, in a statement, that “Cairo officially informed the Palestinian factions that the ceasefire will mutually and simultaneously come into effect at exactly 2 am.”

Palestinians celebrate in the streets following a ceasefire, in the southern Gaza Strip May 21, 2021. ReutersCAIRO – 21 May 2021: The Palestinian presidency and Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh welcomed on Friday the success of international efforts spearheaded by Egypt over the past few days to reach a ceasefire agreement and end the Israeli onslaught on the Gaza Strip. In a statement issued Friday, the Palestinian presidency praised the efforts of the US administration, the European Union and the UN, along with Jordan and Qatar to achieve this step. The statement also paid tribute to the steadfastness and sacrifices of the Palestinian people. It is high-time the international community takes practical and serious steps to stop the constant Israeli crimes against the Palestinians which left hundreds killed, thousands injured and displaced, the statement read.

FILE - Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit – League of the Arab StatesCAIRO – 21 May 2021: Secretary-General of the Arab League Ahmed Aboul Gheit on Friday said the recent de-escalation declaration in Gaza does not mean not holding Israel accountable for the crimes committed recently. Aboul Gheit said half of the victims of these crimes were women and children. Those who committed these crimes should be held accountable in accordance with the rules of the International Criminal Court, which earlier said its powers extend to the occupied Palestinian lands. Aboul Gheit welcomed the Egypt-brokered ceasefire between the Palestinians and the Israelis in the Strip. Egypt's efforts and its solidarity with the Gazans have greatly contributed to mitigate losses and put an end to Israeli attacks on the Strip, Aboul Gheit said.