Reality TV still good for Arab democracy
SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates: Since the mid-1990s, Western-style television programs in the Arab world have stirred much controversy over their potentially detrimental effects on the region s social values and…
Decoding Egypt: Enemies of Reason
Tolerance among the contending ideologies that dominate Egypt s political and cultural milieu is scarce. The major ideologies that battle for Egypt s mind and soul are marred by their…
Al-Salam victims' families rejoice after verdict
CAIRO: Everyone who headed to Hurghada to hear the final verdict in the Al-Salam 98 ferry case was quite pessimistic, but the cries of joy were quickly heard when the…
Factory workers strike in Menufiya, demand bonuses
MENUFIYA/CAIRO: A strike at the Indorama textiles factory entered its seventh day on Wednesday, amidst allegations by workers of mismanagement and violations of their rights.The factory s workforce of roughly…
Mamdouh Ismail, three others found guilty in Salam ferry case
CAIRO: The Safaga Appeals Court found Mamdouh Ismail, owner of the sunken Al-Salam 98 ferry, guilty of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced him to seven years in prison on Wednesday. More…
Italy's constitutional court to rule in CIA kidnap case
ROME: Italy s constitutional court Tuesday began hearing arguments to throw out the trial of US and Italian secret service agents accused in the 2003 kidnapping of an Egyptian terror…
9 Antique paintings stolen from Mohamed Ali Palace
CAIRO: Nine antique paintings were stolen from the Mohamed Ali Palace in Shubra El-Kheima, the Ministry of Culture announced Tuesday.Minister of Culture Farouk Hosni, Zahi Hawass, secretary general of the…
Contractors fine Al-Weeshi for improper reaction
CAIRO: Arab Contractors have fined Reda Al-Weeshi LE 20,000 after he protested against coach Mohamed Radwan s decision to substitute him during a league match.The striker made no secret of…
Al-Badri justifies Abou-Trika absence
CAIRO: Ahly s Mohamed Abou-Trika was benched in the 3-0 victory over Olympic because the technical staff wanted to save his energy for the CAF Champions League clash against Young…