The American Express Times
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Melissa Jones Highlights Key Runners in Upcoming Races
Several key flat races are taking place across Britain and Ireland this weekend, featuring notable horses like Princling at Haydock, Saxon Street at Epsom, and Gstaad at the Curragh. These events are crucial for assessing emerging talent and shaping contenders for major upcoming fixtures such as the Derby and Irish 2000 Guineas.
★ Featured Stories
Dear England: Breakthrough World Cup Reignites Belief
England's national football team is competing in the World Cup on home soil with heightened expectations following their strong showing in the last tournament. The…
Family Reflects on Tragic Deaths of Three Sisters in Brighton
Three sisters in their twenties and early thirties were found dead near Brighton beach, with police currently investigating the circumstances. Their family, distressed by unfounded…
Horse Racing Results and Previews Including Key Races
Naval Light and Trojan Soldier secured commanding wins at Pontefract, while at Worcester, several longshots including Teleleo and Karnaval Point upset favorites in competitive races.…
Oi, Reeves! Heckling is our democratic right
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faced vocal criticism from motorists during a visit to Leeds aimed at promoting the government’s fuel duty freeze amid high diesel prices.…
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FRA report: Domestic investment funds surge 30% in Q1
Egypt’s domestic investment funds experienced a 30 percent increase in net asset value during Q1 2026, reaching LE410.6 billion, alongside a rise in the number…
Is Israel a functional state?
Israel continues to serve as a key strategic partner for the United States in the Middle East, providing military, intelligence, and diplomatic support that advances…
Egyptian filmmakers revisit shared past
The Greek Cultural Centre in Cairo hosted a two-day documentary event showcasing six Egyptian films that explore the history and identity of Egypt’s Greek community…
Japanese-style curricula to be introduced next school year
Egypt plans to expand its network of Egyptian-Japanese schools to over 100 by the 2026–2027 academic year and aims for 500 schools by 2030, supported…
PM tours downtown Cairo as historic revival accelerates
Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli inspected the ongoing urban renewal project in downtown Cairo, which recently completed the third phase restoring 21 historic building façades and…
Local wheat supply surges as New Delta Project advances
Egypt has increased its domestic wheat procurement for the 2026 season to around 188,000 tonnes, a nearly 370% rise from the previous year, due to…
Tourism sector posts strongest performance in decade
Egypt's tourism sector achieved its strongest growth in a decade during the 2024/25 fiscal year, with revenues rising 56.1 percent to $16.7 billion and tourism’s…
Africa faces defining moment amid reform push and resource competition
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres inaugurated a $340 million expansion of the UN’s Nairobi headquarters and called for urgent reforms to include Africa in permanent Security…
Egypt accelerates push for EVs in government fleet
Egypt's government has accelerated plans to integrate electric vehicles into its fleet, with officials preparing to acquire EVs to replace conventional cars across departments. This…
Egypt reinvigorating Africa ties with focus on partnership for development
President Abdel Fattah El Sisi visited Kenya and Uganda in May 2026 to advance Egypt’s strategic focus on East Africa and the Nile Basin through…
Iran war disrupts exports, threatening Zimbabwe farmers’ livelihoods
Workers at a packaging facility in northern Harare are facing sharply increased freight costs that have nearly doubled the price of exporting sugar snap peas…
Museums stepping forward as bridges in a divided world
Egypt’s museum leaders are highlighting the role of museums as active platforms for dialogue and unity, emphasizing cultural heritage’s power to bridge global divides ahead…
Amputee football empowers Rwandan women
Amputee football in Rwanda has grown into a powerful means of empowerment for women with limb disabilities, helping them build confidence and social inclusion. This…
Egypt's gateway for African cultural, educational co-operation
Egypt inaugurated a new campus of Senghor University in Alexandria, attended by President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, French President Emmanuel Macron, and African leaders, strengthening…
Pearls and Coral: Treasures from the Qur'an (22)
A new series of reflections has been launched to explore the teachings of the Qur’an's Twenty-Second Part, highlighting themes such as divine honor, the duty…
Emotional Vin Diesel leads 'Fast and Furious' tribute in Cannes
Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, and Jordana Brewster reunited at Cannes to honor the 25th anniversary of the original "Fast and the Furious" film with a…
EgyptAir reports record profits
EgyptAir reported record profits for the 2024/2025 fiscal year, achieving its strongest financial performance since inception despite global aviation challenges. This success, driven by development…
Flydubai's maiden flight to Benghazi schedules for June 17
Flydubai will begin direct flights between Dubai and Benghazi, Libya, starting June 17, operating three times weekly from Dubai International Airport’s Terminal 3. This new…
Int’l cardiologist joins EgyptAir seminar
EgyptAir Hospital’s Cardiac Catheterisation Department held a two-day seminar led by Dr. Hazem Shehab and featuring Turkish cardiologist Dr. Sevket Georgilu to discuss new techniques…
Nesma Airlines launches direct flights between Cairo, Istanbul
Nesma Airlines has launched a direct flight service between Cairo International Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport in Istanbul, operating three times weekly starting May…
Can daily routine raise stress levels?
Mental health expert Prakriti Saxena Poddar highlights everyday habits like starting the day hurriedly, overloading schedules, and late-night device use as hidden contributors to ongoing…
Scientists dig up Southeast Asia’s largest dinosaur in Thailand
Scientists have discovered Nagatitan chayaphumensis, the largest dinosaur found in Southeast Asia, in northeastern Thailand, measuring nearly 90 feet long and weighing up to 28…
Clarification on some media reporting regarding Minister of Civil Aviation
The Ministry of Civil Aviation clarified that several media outlets misquoted Minister Sameh el-Hefny during a recent Egyptian Senate session, leading to inaccurate portrayals of…
EgyptAir to host major global aviation event
EgyptAir will host the 38th IATA Ground Handling Conference this Tuesday, bringing together over 1,000 industry leaders to discuss advancements in safety, digital transformation, and…
Air Cairo transports pilgrims from Italy, Germany, Niger
Air Cairo has begun its Hajj season flights from Milan, marking its first operations from the Italian city, with a total of 11 flights planned…
Acosta ends 588-day pole drought at Catalan Grand Prix
Pedro Acosta claimed pole position at the Catalan Grand Prix, marking his first front-row start in 588 days with a lap time of 1:38.068. His…
Messi, Ronaldo prepare for final World Cup
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will each participate in their sixth World Cup at the upcoming tournament in North America, setting a new record for…
Star Alliance expands at Guangzhou Airport
Star Alliance has opened a new lounge in Terminal 3 of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, expanding its facilities at the airport following the launch of…
EgyptAir, Orange Egypt announce partnership
EgyptAir and Orange Egypt have formed a partnership to integrate their loyalty programs and combine travel with telecommunications services. This collaboration allows Orange Egypt customers…
Egypt shines as host, contender at weightlifting championships
Egypt hosted the World Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships in Ismailia for the first time in 44 years, attracting competitors from 54 countries and earning…
Morocco beat France to Ayyoub Bouaddi
Morocco has officially gained Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi’s international eligibility after FIFA approved his nationality switch from France. This move strengthens Morocco’s squad ahead of…
Arsenal on brink of EPL glory
Arsenal is poised to strengthen its lead over Manchester City in the Premier League title race with a crucial match against relegated Burnley on Monday.…
SCIB Paints celebrates its success partners
SCIB Paints held its annual dealers' event in Egypt, attracting over 1,000 participants and launching the new Acrycoat Novi paint product with enhanced features. The…
Aston Villa humble Liverpool 4-2
Aston Villa defeated Liverpool 4-2 in Birmingham, with Ollie Watkins scoring twice to strengthen their bid for UEFA Champions League qualification. The loss dropped Liverpool…
Egyptian karatekas make global waves
Egyptian karate athletes achieved top global rankings and secured multiple gold medals while hosting the 2026 North African Karate Championship in Cairo, showcasing their technical…
Milan Fashion Week wants less fur on runway
Milan Fashion Week has introduced a policy urging designers to voluntarily exclude fur from their runway collections, responding to calls from animal rights groups. Unlike…
Egypt expands support for children in care homes
Egypt’s Ministry of Social Solidarity conducted a multi-day training for social workers and psychologists from 12 small care homes in Cairo to improve child protection…