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Salafi sheikh describes how the soldiers were released

Egyptian police and soldiers who were seized in Sinai by kidnappers are seen upon their arrival at Almaza military Airbase in Cairo on May 22, 2013 (AFP Photo)

The sheikh was contacted by one of the kidnappers on Wednesday

Power cuts instigate protests

Al-Tayar Al-Sha'aby members take to the streets in protests of continuous power cuts (Photo from Al-Tayar Al-Sha'aby Facebook Page)

Damietta residents block roads in front of Electric companies, a report holding Morsi and Qandil responsible for power cuts in Alexandria

Morsi flies to Ethiopia

On Thursday, President Morsi met with Hammad Bin Jassem Al Thani, the Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, at the Presidential Palace (Presidency handout photo)

President to take part in African summit after meeting Qatari Prime Minister

Several political parties to protest against discussion of judiciary bill

The Judges' Club said in a general assembly in April that it will treat the amendments as if they did not exist (Photo by Mohamed Omar/DNE)

Protests are planned on Saturday outside the Shura Council, coinciding with the discussion of the controversial bill inside the legislature

Interior Minister rewards policemen while Amnesty International criticises ministry

Over 11 thousand policemen are rewarded amid criticism of the ministry by Amnesty International (AFP File Photo)

Over 11 thousand policemen are rewarded amid criticism of the ministry by Amnesty International

Head of International Association of Judges concerned about Egypt

On Monday the Judges’ Club held a judicial conference in cooperation with the IAJ to discuss safeguarding the independence of the judiciary (Photo by Ahmed AlMalky/DNE)

Chairman of the IAJ says lowering of maximum age violates international standards

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National Council for Human Rights releases report on “Al-Aqrab” prison

After a visit to Al Aqrab prison, NCHR urgently called for the need of treating all inmates based on the international standards of treating prisoners

The council sent a delegation to inspect the infamous prison after receiving many complaints from prisoners

Taliban launch major attack on downtown Kabul

US soldiers arrive to the site of a suicide attack in Kabul, on May 16, 2013 (AFP/File, Massoud Hossaini)

Taliban launched a major attack close to an Afghan intelligence facility and the headquarters of a government force that protects foreign firms

Two arrests after UK fighter jets escort Pakistani plane

Two men were detained on suspicion of endangering Pakistan International Airlines plane (AFP File Photo)

Police said the men were detained on suspicion of endangering an aircraft after the plane was diverted to Stansted airport outside London

Dozens protest in Tahrir Square

A group called the Association of the Victims of the Muslim Brotherhood's Rule had called for the protest

Syria regime agrees to attend peace conference: Russia

A photo issued by Syrian news agency (SANA) on May 23, 2013 shows president Bashar al-Assad (4thR) in talks in Tunisia (SANA/AFP)

Moscow criticised Syria's various opposition groups for presenting tough demands

British spy services under pressure over soldier’s murder

Graphic showing location of a deadly attack on a soldier in Woolwich, southeast London, on May 22, 2013 (AFP/Graphic)

The two suspects were previously known to the intelligence services but were reportedly assessed as not posing a deadly threat

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Egypt’s cash-strapped rulers woo former regime tycoons

The presidency, strapped to a free falling economy, has said it encourages reconciliation with the businessmen (AFP Photo)

The reconciliation deals are rooted in a decision by the former military rulers, who took charge of the country after Mubarak’s overthrow and before President Morsi’s ...

‘The strongest will survive’

Olaf Koning

Royal Philips sees potential in the Egyptian market. In an exclusive interview with Phillips Consumer Lifestyle Commercial and Organizational Leader, Olaf Koning, DNE explores what makes ...

Egypt hosts 40th General Assembly of African Insurance Organization

The Assembly Committee, made up of representatives from the Egyptian Insurance Market, has proudly organized this event to foster greater cooperation among Africa’s many insurance markets.

Government seeks to tackle mounting electricity woes

Home consumption of electricity represented 43% of the country’s total usage (Photo by: Hassan Ibrahim)

Energy subsidies set to increase to EGP 23bn, home consumption represents 43% of total usage

Forex auctions carry on

The Central Bank of Egypt continues to hold foreign exchange auctions, with $38.4m sold yesterday at EGP 6.972 cut-off price to the US dollar. In the previous auction on Thursday, $38.5m were sold at a cut-off price of EGP 6.9660 to the dollar. (AFP Photo)

Despite the optimism, the current political insecurity and the unsettled International Monetary Fund loan are seen as contributors to the weakening of the pound against the ...

New Central Bank Regulation to hit local money markets

The Central Bank of Egypt is cutting down the amount that banks are able to invest from their tier 1 capital in the local money market from 5% to only 2%. (Abdelazim Saafan/DNE Photo)

CBE tightens limits on tier 1 capital in money markets; Beltone to take biggest hit

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Yahoo! buys startup specializing in online games

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer speaks in New York, May 20, 2013 (AFP, Emmanuel Dunand)

Word that Yahoo! has bought Northern California-based PlayerScale came three days after it announced a $1.1bn deal to buy hip blogging service Tumblr

US panel rejects Motorola bid to block Xbox imports

A visitor tries out the Microsoft Xbox 360 at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas (AFP File Photo)

Google-owned Motorola Mobility had argued that Xbox 360 consoles infringed on patent technology for wirelessly transmitting data.

Samsung sells more than 10 mn Galaxy S4 smartphones

Samsung Electronics said that global sales of its latest flagship Galaxy smartphone had topped 10 million units less than a month after its debut (AFP Photo)

The world's top handset maker hopes the S4 will expand its presence in high-end markets in the United States and elsewhere, crowding out archrival Apple and ...

Twitter tightens security after high-profile breaches

Twitter is stepping up security measures (AFP, Yasuyoshi Chiba)

Some recent attacks took over Twitter feeds and delivered fake tweets using the accounts of Agence France-Presse, the Associated Press, Financial Times and other news organisations

Is tech good or bad for work-life balance?

Joanne Bushell

Africa will be one focal point of the boom in smartphones

EGP 813.5m financial dispute between Telecom Egypt and mobile phone companies

Telecom Egypt claims that the dispute has to do with past arrears accrued by Mobinil and Vodafone, which total EGP 939.4m, in addition to that of Etisalat, which total EGP 125.8m. (AFP Photo)

Telecom Egypt claims that the dispute has to do with past arrears accrued by Mobinil and Vodafone, which total EGP 939.4m, in addition to that of ...

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One restaurant to unite us all

Abo Ammar excels in deliciously filled wraps made out of Syrian bread (Photo from 3ayezakol.com)

Syrian food from Mohandessin proves a fan favourite with some hungry journalists

Egyptian website invites users to share opinions

The Trustious team in their offices (Photo by: Fatma Ibrahim)

Website lets you share your opinion, contribute to charity and boost the economy.

Bites Fil Beit: Fish fillet and shrimp with red chili pepper – Samak filet we gambari bel felfel ahmar hara’a

Bites Fil Beit

We love food. We love the real, down to earth, tried-and-tested, handed-down-through-the-generations, local Egyptian food. Here is your chance to learn how to make these local ...

Students launch organic soap company Saboony

Saboony makes seasonal, organic soaps (Photo From Saboony)

The new company incorporates sustainability and better business practices in producing organic products.

Tajjer offers high quality online shopping

Screenshot of the Tajjer website that shows the variety of products available

New online platform promises excellent customer service.

Bite Me Cairo: Once upon a time

Foodist at work. (Photo by Nada Badawi)

Since then I have visited this sleek lounge/restaurant a half dozen times (and paid my bills, thank you), I have my answers, and I am ready ...

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Flying carpets

Adel Heine

A trip to one of the busiest areas of Cairo brings a pleasant surprise.

New exhibition Intimacy is well worth visiting

The paintings in the exhibition are inviting and easy to relate to (Photo by: Thoraia Abou Bakr )

New exhibition forms a connection between the viewer and paintings through various skilful artistic techniques.

CIC-TATE collaborative exhibition challenges viewers’ perceptions of image and reality

The interactive exhibition challenges the perceptions of the visitors (Photo by: Fanny Ohier)

CIC gallery in downtown Cairo displaying exhibition that challenges viewers’ perceptions of images and reality.

Time has stood still in the workshops of old Cairo

Mohamed Zaki sits behind the machine that he has been using for the past 50 years (Photo by Abdel-Rahman Sherief)

Old Cairo craftsmen keep old working practices alive, but challenges arise from the global market.

El Warsha combines art with development

The proud performers receive their applause after the play that was staged during the exhibition on 18 May (Photo from El Warsha )

El Warsha organises a variety of activities for both the young and old, including workshops for media and visual arts, movie screenings, art exhibitions, seminars, ...

New electronic platform for cultural Cairo

Screenshot of CUIP’s website, that shows the different cultural entities in Cairo that are part of the initiative (Photo from CUIP)

Explore Cairo’s cultural scene with CUIP.

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The struggle: Egyptians obtaining foreign visas

The Egyptian passport grants its holders visa-free or visa upon arrival access to travel to 51-58 countries and territories. (Photo by Sarah El Masry )

It is summer time in Egypt, a season when many Egyptians prepare to travel abroad for a myriad of reasons, whether for tourism, business or studying. ...

Syrian Refuges: No work, no home

Syrian refugees receive supplies from a UNHCR truck in Tripoli, Lebanon (Photo UNHCR / F. Juez )

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Refugees leave their homes for fear of death, often with little more than the clothes on their backs and their hands in their pockets. Escaping the ...

The “Japan” of Egypt in crisis

Damietta is Egypt’s biggest city to produce furniture and woodworks (Photo by: Sarah El Masry)

Damietta is one of Egypt’s most productive cities, and is considered the “Japan” of Egypt. The city, however, has been affected by the harsh recession that ...

Foreign maids: a flourishing new market in Egypt

Experienced Nigerian maids commonly perform domestic cleaning or babysitting roles (Photo by: Ethar Shalaby)

Every month, hundreds of immigrants, whether Nigerians, Indonesians or Filipinos, arrive in Cairo seeking employment as cleaners and babysitters. More and more families are hiring foreigners ...

Egypt’s railways: past, present and future?

An Egyptian rescuer walks next to a burned train near Ayyat, 75km (47 miles) south of Cairo in 2002 (Photo by : Amr Nabil)

Egypt has a long history of railway accidents. Over the past 20 years more than 1,500 people have lost their lives to train collisions and derailments. ...

Sham El-Nessim: A new spring has come

Copts gather in churches for prayers on Easter eve (AFP Photo)

A celebration that brings all Egyptians together

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Summer fun in the city: Nine things to do around Cairo

Tannoura dancer during a performance in Wekalet El-Ghoury (Photo by: Thoraia Abou Bakr)

Cairo has a lot to offer on summer days, so here are few activities to offer fun in the sun, even when city-bound.

HEPCA, from diving to development

The reefs, resting grounds for the dolphins, are declared a sanctuary and will be closed to all diving and snorkelling activities for one month (Photo courtesy of HEPCA)

Egyptian NGO protects the resources of and around the Red Sea

Saraya: Dining with taste

The Saraya restaurant features all the details of the palace that the hotel once was (Photo Marriott Zamalek)

Perhaps only a handful of places in Cairo can hope to match Saraya’s décor, service and quality

Roy’s Country Kitchen: An American dining experience in Cairo

Traditional American fare on offer in the middle of Zamalek (Photo Sofitel Al-Gezira)

Roy's Country Kitchen provides a great atmosphere for a good dining experience.

El Kababgy: Authentic Egyptian cuisine along the Nile

The surroundings of the restaurant add to the dining experience (Photo Marriott Zamalek)

The 25 year old restaurant, recently renewed by Sofitel Al-Gezira, serves one of the best charcoal-grilled meals in town

Tourism in the news: Travel warnings prevent increase in American and Israeli tourists

The market in Khan El-Khalili in Cairo has seen a steep decline in visiting tourists Photo by Hassan Ibrahim

Occupancy rates of floating hotels in the Nile have failed to exceed 30% due to failed security measures

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Local Roundup: Zamalek and Ghazl El-Mahalla qualify to second round in Egyptian Cup

Al-Zamalek beat Al-Tersana three goals to nil in the Egyptian cup on Tuesday (Photo by: Ahmed Al-Malky)

Elsewhere Ghazl El-Mahalla scored four during their match with Ghazl Kafr Al-Dawar to qualify

CAC Destroyers come out on top during Ultimate Frisbee tourney

American University in Cairo hosted an Ultimate Frisbee tournament last Friday which resulted in the CAC Destroyers being crowned champions (Photo by: Mohamed El Hawan)

After years of only a few teams practicing and playing Egypt, the AUC Ultimate Frisbee competition is evidence of the sport’s growing popularity

‘I don’t like cricket… I love it!’

Even in the absence of the league, the passionate teams still meet to play Cricket every Friday (Photo by: Amit Tharval)

The ‘gentleman’s sport’: Cricket is contested in an annual competitive league

Saudi woman tops Everest as country warms to women in sports

This photograph taken from an aircraft shows an aerial view of Mount Everest in Nepal on April 3, 2013 (AFP/File, Prakash Mathema)

The 25-year-old reached the 8,848-metre

Beckham’s farewell lost in translation

English midfielder David Beckham reacts on June 7, 2002 at Sapporo Dome Stadium (AFP/File, Kazuhiro Nogi)

Beckham on Thursday announced he will bring down the curtain on his remarkable career at the end of the season

Parkour: More than a sport, it’s art

Parkour, however, is a popular if unorthodox sport that has taken a firm hold in the Land of the Pharaohs. (AFP Photo)

Parkour is a philosophy, a martial art, and a sport

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In Pictures: Women protest against minister’s remarks

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D-CAF Finale

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