World Bank: Palestinians will get poorer, despite massive aid, if roadblocks remain
JERUSALEM: The World Bank on Thursday endorsed a Palestinian reform plan that requires $5.6 billion in international aid over three years, but warned that the money will not stem economic…
Muslim commerce is ages old
It has become ever so fashionable to talk about Islam and commerce. Yet a cursory look at the references to Islam and economics, business, banking, finance and made-for Muslims products…
Man frustrated with airport rules almost dies quaffing vodka
BERLIN: A man nearly died from alcohol poisoning after quaffing a liter of vodka at an airport security check instead of handing it over to comply with new carryon rules,…
Abou-Mosallam denies outburst
CAIRO: Ahmed Abou-Mosallam denied making improper comments against Egypt technical staff after he was overlooked for the Pharaohs African Cup of Nations squad. I did not attack the technical staff.…
Zamalek cut ticket prices
CAIRO: Zamalek have reduced the prices of tickets for next Saturday s league game with Telecom Egypt in an attempt to mend the rift with their angry fans.Fans held a…
Infit trial adjourned to Jan. 16, lawyers demand rights of all the company's employees
CAIRO: The Giza Preliminary Court adjourned yesterday the hearing of eight workers claiming unfair dismissal. The next session will take place Jan. 16.The workers were dismissed three months ago from…
Conference emphasizes need for press reforms in the region
BEIRUT: Only a few newspapers around the Arab world have been able to combine editorial independence and commercial success, concluded the participants of the second Arab Free Press Forum.Members of…
Al-Gabaly testifies in favor of Hidelina
CAIRO: Minister of Health Hatem Al-Gabaly testified in favor of medical supplies company Hidelina in a court case charging the company with distributing defective blood bags to public hospitals. The…
