Women in history

Archaeological evidence is challenging conventional perceptions of ancient Egyptian royal women, with skeletal remains suggesting that some princesses who lived nearly 4,000 years ago may have undergone rigorous physical training, …

Throughout history, nations have often been named after explorers, monarchs, tribes, geographical features, or political figures. Yet among the world’s sovereign states, one country stands apart for a particularly unique …

Egyptian women have played a central role in shaping the country’s civilization and cultural identity for thousands of years, according to renowned Egyptologist Dr. Mamdouh Eldamaty. The statement came during …

In a celebration that elegantly weaves together the depth of ancient history with the vibrancy of contemporary culture, museums across Egypt have unveiled their March “Artifact of the Month” selections, …

For decades, scholars believed that Pharaoh Hatshepsut — one of ancient Egypt’s most powerful female rulers — was the victim of damnatio memoriae, a posthumous campaign by her stepson and …