Tunisia launches its first Islamic Bank
The son-in-law of Tunisia's president launched the country's first Islamic bank on Friday to tap into growing demand for alternative finance and investment products in the secular-leaning country. North Africa…
Amr Talaat named GM of IBM Egypt
Amr Talaat was appointed General Manager of IBM Egypt, succeeding Amr Ghoneim who has held the post since 2004. Talaat, who joined the company in 1998, previously served as IBM…
Telecom Egypt raised to 'Overweight'
Telecom Egypt, the largest fixed-line telephone company in the Middle East, was raised to “overweight” from “neutral” at HSBC Holdings Plc, citing the recent price decline and possible cost savings…
Women's rights gain focus in Saudi Arabia
QATIF: After years of stymied efforts, reform in Saudi Arabia is focused on women’s rights. A recent survey by the Researchers Center for Women’s Studies in Riyadh examining Saudi newspapers…
Moving pictures
CANNES: This year’s Cannes Film Festival was marked by a profound contrast between what unfolded along La Croisette, the palm-lined sweep of pedestrian walkway that stretches between swathes of luxury…
When media acts responsibly everybody wins
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.: In a span of just over a month two incidents rocked my city of Jacksonville, Florida, garnering wall-to-wall coverage in local media: the first was my nomination to…
Why does it matter to Washington?
For more than two decades, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict has been the core element that shaped Arab public opinion vis-a-vis the United States. But the tenure of President George W. Bush…
Can Ellen do for music what Winfrey did for books?
When Ellen DeGeneres was selected to replace Paula Abdul on "American Idol," there were a few grumblings from people who questioned her musical expertise. While it was clear from her…
Islamic design receives pop treatment in new exhibit space
The newest addition to the ever-expanding Cairo is Designopolis, a colossal project located a few kilometers after the Cairo Alexandria toll station. A Bonyan development, a subsidiary of the vast…
Ashraf eyes Zamalek exit
CAIRO: Zamalek striker Sherif Ashraf decided to move away from the Cairo club because he 'wasn't given a chance to prove his worth' last season. The 23-year-old, who joined the…