Archaeologists have uncovered a royal tomb near Egypt’s Valley of the Kings belonging to Thutmose II, a pharaoh from around 1480 B.C., making it the first such discovery since Tutankhamen’s chamber in 1922. The tomb, originally thought to belong to a royal consort, sheds light on Hatshepsut’s pivotal role in Egyptian history and features evidence of Thutmose II’s burial and the Amduat royal netherworld book. Although the tomb had been emptied due to flooding, the find is considered one of the most significant in recent decades, providing valuable insights into the imperialistic and cosmopolitan 18th Dynasty.
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Southern displacement impossible as shelter shortage exceeds 96% – Middle East Monitor
The Government Media Office in Gaza has reported that the southern governorates cannot accommodate the 1.3 million displaced individuals from Gaza City, warning of a worsening humanitarian crisis for over 2.4 million Palestinians. Despite claims of allowing aid, only 10,000 tents have entered, meeting just 4% of the 250,000 needed, exacerbated by severe Israeli restrictions on humanitarian efforts. Want More Context? 🔎
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