Ahly survive Tersana scare
CAIRO: Ahly snatched a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Tersana, who were relegated, to move level on points with Egyptian Premier League challengers Ismaili and ease their African woes.The Cairo giants…
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Ritz-Carlton to operate Palm Hills hotel in Egypt Real estate developer Palm Hills said on Thursday it had signed an agreement with the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company to operate a hotel…
World stocks up after US bank test; jobs data eyed
LONDON: World stocks rose Friday as investors braced for a key US jobs report that could bolster - or undercut - a growing belief that recession in the world s…
Italy to bring Egypt into G-5 at next G-8 meeting
WASHINGTON: Italy plans to use its presidency of the Group of 8 developed nations to expand the group of 5 emerging economies meeting with them by adding Egypt. The goal,…
UN chief alarmed at Hezbollah actions in Egypt
UNITED NATIONS: Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is alarmed at the public admission by Lebanon s Hezbollah group that it provided support to Gaza-based fighters from Egypt and condemns the unwarranted interference…
Uranium traces discovered in Egypt not unusual, says diplomat
CAIRO: The traces of uranium discovered in Egypt were not an unusual occurrence, according to a diplomat close to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)."It is not that unusual for…
Broader Arab peace initiative not adopted at AL meeting
CAIRO: The Arab foreign ministers meeting in Cairo Thursday rejected making any amendments to the Arab peace initiative, as had been mooted prior to the discussions.Advocated as a "combined approach…
TRAVEL: Amsterdam: Town of wonders can be had for discount
Amsterdam is defined by its canals.Built 400 years ago in concentric horseshoes, they are the rib cage of the city. Coasting their waters on a canal boat opens windows onto…
Top designers, A-list moms redefine maternity look
When Angelina Jolie was expecting twins last year, she announced her pregnancy without saying a word. She simply walked one of Hollywood s red carpets in a slim-fitting black sheath…