Iraq: From black sheep to aliens
As you tour the streets of Baghdad these days, your eyes can hardly avoid the tens of thousands of posters and banners of candidates for the March 7 parliamentary elections.…
The other, brighter Africa
LONDON: The usual images of Africa are of a continent mired in conflict and squalor. But this picture, based on Africa's most corrupt regimes, is unfair and misleading - like…
Orascom Telecom Holding joins '1GOAL: Education for All' mobile campaign
CAIRO: Orascom Telecom Holding S.A.E. joined global mobile operators' forces in the world's largest cause-related campaign in support of universal education at the FIFA World Cup 2010. The '1Goal: Education…
In Egypt, battling the divorce stigma takes to the airwaves
CAIRO: When her divorce finally came through after a painful four-year procedure, Mahasen Saber became the target of reproving looks and gossip in Egypt's conservative society.But she fought back, and…
Military Court adjourns blogger's trial to March 7
CAIRO: The Military Court on Tuesday adjourned blogger Ahmed Mostafa's trial to March 7 upon the request of the defense team, which demanded more time to examine the files. The…
State Council Club upholds decision to bar women from State Council
CAIRO: The General Assembly of the State Council Club upheld the Egyptian State Council's general assembly's decision to bar female judges from joining it.The State Council, established in 1946, hears…
Government to abide quota for people with disabilities
CAIRO: Government bodies will not be allowed to announce job vacancies before filling the five percent quota of people with disabilities among their staff, the Central Agency for Organization and…
Ittihad reveal Lyon bid for Gedo
CAIRO: French giants Lyon have made a move to sign Mohamed 'Gedo' Nagi in the summer, according to Ittihad chairman Mohamed Moselhi."Lyon have contacted us concerning a summer move for…
Mido warns England of Zidan, Meteb
CAIRO: Ahmed Mido Hossam has warned England of the threat they will face from Egypt's strike partners Mohamed Zidan and Emad Meteb in Wednesday's friendly.The West Ham striker, who still…
Capello ready to deal with damage from chaotic period
LONDON: Fabio Capello will get a clear indication of how much damage has been done to his World Cup plans during a tumultuous month off the pitch when England face…