Framed by steep cliffs and poised in elegant relief is the mortuary temple of Deir Al-Bahri, known in ancient times as the "Most Holy of Holies". We now know more than ever before about the plans and ideas of the remarkable woman who built it, says Jill Kamil

By Zahi Hawass

Cleopatra's reputation has been tarnished by a TV production that portrays her as weak and feckless, says Nevine El-Aref

A painted burial chamber of the 25th Dynasty priest Karakhamun was discovered this week on Luxor's west bank, reports Nevine El-Aref