Egypt World Cup breakthrough: Mohamed Salah helped Egypt make history with a 3-1 win over New Zealand in Vancouver, with Mostafa “Zico” Mohamed also starring as Egypt topped Group G and now need just a draw against Iran to reach the knockout stage. Local tourism angle: The match drew big crowds and visible fan activity around Vancouver hotels, turning the city into a mini travel hub for Egyptian supporters. Iran travel saga: Iran held Belgium to a 0-0 draw in Los Angeles, keeping knockout hopes alive despite visa and travel disruptions; coach Amir Ghalenoei said the team faced “the worst possible conditions,” while Iran also left an emotional “thank you Los Angeles” note in the SoFi Stadium locker room. Cairo development deal: Midar and UAE’s Majid Al Futtaim signed a $3.1bn urban development partnership in Cairo covering residential, commercial and tourist projects across 553 feddans, with major revenue projections over 15–20 years. Hospitality investment: Hassan Allam-UCC JV secured the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Residences & Mixed-Use Super Block contract in Diriyah, Riyadh, part of a wider cultural tourism push around UNESCO At-Turaif. Ancient Egypt finds: Two early dynastic tombs were discovered at a Minya burial site, adding to Egypt’s ongoing archaeological tourism draw.