OT extends gains after Sunday surge
Egypt's main index closed 0.5 percent higher, its fourth session of gains, buoyed by Orascom Telecom which was up on continued speculation over an imminent close to its deal to…
Al-Arish, 31 years later
CAIRO: Originally a Roman garrison town named Rhinocolorum ("Noses Cut Off") after the fate of dissidents exiled there, Al-Arish, the capital city of the North Sinai governorate, historically has experienced…
Director quits 'Hobbit' film over production delay
Hollywood director Guillermo del Toro said Monday that production delays have forced him to quit the planned film version of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit," a two-part prequel to New Zealand…
Fans gather to remember Ronnie James Dio
The mammoth service for fiery frontman Ronnie James Dio was more akin to a spirited rock concert than a dreary funeral. With chants of "Dio, Dio, Dio," headbangers were loud…
'The Imperfectionists' a perfect literary success
Tom Rachman went into journalism to become a novelist. Neither is among the world's most secure professions, and Rachman is mildly astonished that his plan succeeded beyond all expectations. After…
Ismaili want Al-Hadari to stay
CAIRO: Ismaili are stepping up their efforts to convince goalkeeper Essam Al-Hadari, the hero of their Egyptian Cup quarter-final victory over Ittihad, to stay put. The Egypt goalie has repeatedly…
Al-Badri cautious ahead of Production meeting
CAIRO: Ahly coach Hossam Al-Badri sounded a note of caution ahead of the Red Devils' Egyptian Cup semi-final clash with Military Production, saying the game is expected to be…
Ahly reach agreement with Petrojet over Soliman
CAIRO: Ahly have reached an initial agreement with Petrojet to land Egyptian international Walid Soliman, FilGoal.com understands. The Cairo giants are seeking to sign the skillful schemer on a part-exchange…
Ancient mayor's 'lost tomb' found south of Cairo
CAIRO: Archaeologists have discovered the 3,300-year-old tomb of the ancient Egyptian capital's mayor, whose resting place had been lost under the desert sand since 19th century treasure hunters first carted…
Gulf sex shop offers marriage guidance with edible undies
MANAMA: Usually veiled and wearing a modest, flowing abaya, Khadija Ahmed looks an unlikely owner of the conservative Gulf's first sex shop. She sees nothing wrong, however, with selling "joy…