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Al-Ahram Weekly
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Renowned Egyptian actor Lotfy Labib passes away at 77 - Screens - Arts & Culture
Lotfy Labib, the renowned Egyptian actor celebrated for his distinctive voice and remarkable versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles, passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, 30 July, at the age of 77. Born on 18 August 1947 in the city of Beni Suef, Labib began his journey in acting at the High Cinema Institute, graduating in 1970. His career was delayed for a decade, however, as he joined the military and took part in the October War of 1973, before spending four years abroad. Upon his return in the early 1980s, Labib quickly left a unique imprint on Egypt's film, television, and theatre scenes. His talents made him a favourite among directors, especially in comedic roles, where he often appeared alongside stars such as Adel Imam, Mohamed Henidy, Ahmed Helmy, and Ahmed El-Sakka. Over the decades, he built a portfolio that exceeded 300 works. Some of his best-known film roles include Ga'ana Al-Bayan Al-Taly (Breaking News, 2000), The Embassy in the Building (2005), Morgan Ahmed Morgan (2007), Wahed Sefr (2009), Bobbos (2009), A'ssal Eswed (Molasses, 2010), Zahaimar (2010), Baba (2012), and Mawlana (2017). His most recent films include 2024 productions such as Maasoom, Ana w Ebn Khalti (My Cousin and I), and Al-Sharabiya. Labib also appeared in over 200 television series, including Al-Malek Farouk (King Farouk, 2007), Al-Aqrab (The Scorpion, 2013), Wanus (2017), Bashtery Ragel (2017), and Awlad Abed (2023), among many others. His recognizable voice made him a sought-after voice actor for dubbing and narration roles. While primarily known for screen roles, Labib also appeared on stage on occasion, earning critical acclaim for performances that showcased his live-acting talent and dedication to the craft. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Damage & Destruction In Russia After Mega Earthquake; Buildings Collapse, Waves Roar
8.7 Quake Rattles Russia; Hawaii, Japan, Pacific Coast Brace For Massive Tsunami | Watch A massive 8.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting tsunami advisories across the Pacific region. The US issued alerts for Hawaii and Alaska, with expected waves up to three meters. Japan also upgraded its tsunami warning as authorities urged people to stay away from the coast. Though no immediate damage was reported, experts warn the shallow quake has the potential to generate destructive waves. The tremor was felt slightly in northern Japan, and officials are monitoring for further impacts. The event underscores the seismic vulnerability of regions along the Pacific Ring of Fire.#Earthquake #TsunamiAlert #RussiaQuake #Kamchatka #PacificRingOfFire #HawaiiTsunami #JapanWarning #NaturalDisaster #SeismicActivity #BreakingNews 122.8K views | 5 hours ago
BBC News
14 hours ago
- Climate
- BBC News
Tsunami warnings issued in US, Japan after 8.7-magnitude quake in Russia
Japan and the US have issued a tsunami warning after a powerful 8.7-magnitude earthquake struck Russia on Wednesday. US authorities issued tsunami warnings for Alaska and Hawaii. It warned of three-metre waves hitting Hawaii. Waves one to three meters (3.3 to 10 feet) high could also threaten Japan, according to the Japanese government, and the US island territory of Guam, according to the US Pacific Tsunami Warning Center based in Honolulu.A tsunami is a series of powerful waves and can cause significant damage. Honolulu's Department of Emergency Management has called for evacuation for some coastal areas, saying destructive tsunami waves would be expected.A tsunami with a wave height of 3-4 metres was recorded in parts of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula in its Far East, Russian officials is a developing story and we will be updating it. This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App. You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X to get the latest alerts.
The Australian
19 hours ago
- The Australian
Melbourne lawyers Zoe Davis and Rachelle Badour-Taha to stand trial
A Melbourne lawyer allegedly told her boss she would 'give my little sob story' before lying to a magistrate in the hopes of securing an adjournment, a court has been told. ZD legal principal lawyer Zoe Davis and Rachelle Badour-Taha appeared in Melbourne Magistrates Court on Tuesday where they were committed to stand trial in the County Court. The pair each pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to pervert the course of justice and using a false document. The court was told Ms Davis sent her junior solicitor Ms Badour-Taha instructions to 'make up a story' to lie to the magistrate to try and have a warrant recalled after their client didn't appear in court. Ms Badour-Taha then allegedly claimed their client Alana Digby had been involved in a car accident after she failed to appear at Frankston Magistrates Court on August 7, 2023. The magistrate refused to recall the warrant without Ms Digby present in court. The court was told Ms Davis was complicit in the attempt as she had allegedly instructed her 'very junior' colleague to 'make up a story'. 'She was seeking instructions from her principal, she was told by her principal to make up a reason,' Magistrate Leon Fluxman said. 'Ms Davis was well aware of what was happening at court and Ms Badour-Taha was acting at her principal's behest.' Ms Badour-Taha allegedly sent a text to Ms Davis saying their client would not be present in court because she was at work and would 'go back in and give my little sob story and hope he gives the f--king adjournment'. Ms Davis is also accused of altering a Northpark Private Hospital letter in September, which Ms Badour-Taha allegedly emailed to the court to explain their client's absence. Ms Davis and Ms Badour-Taha were both charged with perverting the course of justice, attempting to pervert the course of justice, and using a false document. The pair pleaded not guilty to charges relating to attempting to pervert the course of justice and using false documents. The charges of perverting the course of justice were discharged after Mr Fluxman said he was not convinced there was evidence of sufficient weight their alleged actions had perverted the course of justice. The pair's bail was extended and they are expected to stand trial on August 26. Breaking News Trump says fell out with Epstein because he was taking Mar-a-Lago spa staff Breaking News Russia strikes kill 25 in Ukraine as Trump shortens Moscow deadline
The Australian
19 hours ago
- Politics
- The Australian
Core support for the Coalition collapses to 40-year low: Newspoll
Core support for the Coalition has fallen to the lowest point in 40 years following Labor's blistering victory at the 2025 federal election. In the first Newspoll by The Australian since May's ballot, primary vote for the Coalition fell from 31.8 per cent at the election to just 29 per cent. Labor had meanwhile extended its two-party preferred lead, from 55.2 per cent at the election to 57 per cent, while the primary vote sat at 37 per cent. The result for the Liberal/Nationals coalition is worst primary vote since Newspoll first compared primary vote levels across the federal parties in November 1985. It also marks an 11-point decrease for the Coalition since its most recent peak of 40 per cent just eight months earlier. As for the Prime Minister, some 47 per cent of respondents said they were satisfied with his performance – an equal number, 47 per cent, said they were not. For the new Opposition leader, Sussan Ley received approval ratings consistent with newly-elected opposition leaders, with 35 per cent. Ms Ley trailed behind Mr Albanese on preferred prime minister, with the Labor leader sitting at 52 per cent and Ms Ley at 32 per cent. She did, though, outpace her predecessor, Peter Dutton, who returned just 25 per cent of the preferred prime minister vote after his first outing as Liberal leader. Read related topics: Newspoll Breaking News New York mass shooter blamed NFL for his brain injuries Breaking News Gaza famine warning as Israel resists ceasefire calls
