Stolen TV promos spark concerns about IP rights
CAIRO: A recent spar between advertising mogul Tarek Nour and a student who accused him of stealing ideas for his promos has ruffled feathers among young advertisers and internet users…
Metro construction causes sinkhole in Geish Street
CAIRO: A 10-meter wide section of Geish Street in Abaseyya collapsed Thursday due to work on the new underground metro line in the area. No injuries were reported, but two…
German court allows parents to call their son 'Djehad'
BERLIN: A German court has upheld the right of a German-Egyptian man to call his young son Djehad, after officials had refused to allow him to enter the name in…
Menassat shuts down for lack of funding
CAIRO: Menassat, a Beirut-based regional news website, was shut down Tuesday due to a lack of finances to continue funding the project. Menassat, which means platforms in Arabic, was intended…
Reports criticize Egypt's violation of freedom of expression and labor rights
CAIRO: Violations to freedom of expression and labor rights are the subject of the latest two reports issued this week on the Egyptian government s compliance with its human rights…
Rwanda players won't fast against Egypt
CAIRO: Rwanda s Muslim players will not fast on Saturday when they host Egypt in an anticipated World Cup qualifier, local reports said.The Newstimes said the likes of Haruna Niyonzima,…
Ahly batter Rabat in friendly
CAIRO: Ahly came from behind to thrash Rabat & Anwar 4-1 in an exhibition match on Tuesday. The second-division side took the lead three minutes past the half-hour mark, thanks…