Thousands march in Iran opposition protests
TEHRAN: Hardliners attacked senior pro-reform leaders, including former President Mohamad Khatami, in the streets of Tehran Friday as tens of thousands marched in competing mass demonstrations by the opposition and…
Farouk Hosni leads in first UNESCO voting round
PARIS: World envoys to the United Nations cultural organization UNESCO gave 22 out of 57 votes to Culture Minister Farouk Hosni Thursday in his bid to be elected the new…
We need to show the true picture of Islam, says Mubarak
CAIRO: Marking Lailat Al Qadr - the night it is believed the first verses of the Quran were revealed to Prophet Mohamed - President Hosni Mubarak gave a speech at…
Police officer resigns, joins Al Ghad, plans to run for parliament
CAIRO: Fifty-seven-year old brigadier-general Ahmed Ghanem resigned from his position at the ministry of interior to join opposition party Al-Ghad, pledging to run for parliamentary elections scheduled for next year."I…
Egypt defends role in Lebanon
CAIRO: Egypt has defended its role on Lebanese politics against accusations that it is partially responsible for hindering the formation of a new government.The MENA news agency quoted Foreign Ministry…
Post Ramadan dessert delight
As Ramadan ends, a sinking feeling rests in my stomach. It is a challenging month, but the emotional rewards that include relaxing with friends and family after iftar are indescribable.…
10 ways to wear your little black dress
The little black dress is the most prevalent item in every woman's wardrobe. Whether you're a fashonista or exercise mild interest in the world of what's vogue, you will most…
Delicatesse du Monde brings gourmet delights to your home
CAIRO: The eoldest son in an Egyptian family is groomed from childhood to take over the family business one day. But Waleed Abdel-Rahman didn't want to simply follow in the…
A Khawaga's Fast: Week Four: Fasting in Afghanistan
As the plane door opens on the tarmac, dust fills my mouth. Parched from traveling and now from the dust, I exit the plane and enter the high Afghan capital.…
Four Seasons spa offers an 'oasis of tranquility'
Ask any woman in Egypt about the secret behind beautiful skin and scrubbing is bound to be stressed as a key ingredient in the wealth of age-old beauty recipes you'll…