The Great Sphinx symbolizes the greatness of Ancient Egypt. As a guardian of the tombs of Valley of the Kings, its meaning is absolute; but its origins are questioned.

Jan 2, 2008 - Robin Fowler

A sphinx is a figure, usually depicted as a lioness or lion with a human-head, but occasionally they were created with the head of an animal or god.

Jun 2, 2009 - Jessica Sprunt

Lego introduces adventure in the high desert with the new Pharaoh's Quest series. The quest is to find the hidden treasure of ancient Egyptian pharaohs.

Jan 7, 2011 - William Reed

For many people, ancient Egypt brings to mind the pyramids, those massive monuments to ancient pharaohs left for future generations to remember the glories of the past.

Jan 2, 2009 - Susan Huebert

"Today this country is your country. Do not litter. Don't bribe. ... Don't harass women. ... We have no excuse anymore." -- Pamphlet handed out in Cairo.

Feb 13, 2011 - Morgaan Sinclair

Archeology in Cairo suburb Mataria, thought to relate to first pharaoh to mention name Israel, may be important to 'Exodus'. Pics of monuments and excavations prohibited.

Dec 10, 2009 - C. William Anderson

An incident involving NASCAR star driver Kasey Kahne and a security guard at Homestead-Miami Speedway is not going away any time soon.

Dec 19, 2007 - Jeremy Dunn

Of Surfmen, Cuttermen, Albatross, Pterodactyls, Mariners, and Queens, the US Coast Guard has several unique and colorful awards and references.

Aug 13, 2011 - Christopher Eger

The Great Pyramids of Giza are Egypt's treasure, and an impressive sight. There are many other attractions on this Plateau just outside of Cairo, like the Boat Museum.

Aug 20, 2008 - Lisa Keele

Mataria, a suburb of Cairo, is one of the havens claimed by Coptics used by baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph during their flight to Egypt to escape Herod, as told in Gospels.

Dec 7, 2009 - C. William Anderson

By attempting to marginalize the Muslim Brotherhood in order to ensure a pro-Israeli government in Egypt, US could trigger the movement's radicalization.

Jul 10, 2011 - Enver Guseynov

Get away from the crowds and the cold into the warm exotic climate of North Africa. Embrace Morocco and Egypt as perfect Xmas and New Year destinations.

Nov 3, 2007 - Karen Lotter

For over one hundred years the Sea Peoples harried the coasts of the Mediterranean until, after their defeat by Rameses III in 1178, they disappeared.

Aug 15, 2009 - Joshua Mark

In a step that was never seen before in the history of the Internet, most of the Egyptian Internet Service Providers went offline on January 27, 2011

Jan 28, 2011 - Olympia de Costa

The ancient Egyptians possessed one of the earliest forms of mathematics, inspiring all mathematcal traditions that would follow in history.

Mar 31, 2008 - Isaac M. McPhee

Tourists can learn about the invention of the calendar, the beginnings of wine making, cruise the world's longest river, visit beaches and shop in ancient markets.

Aug 25, 2007 - Hugh Taylor