Church leaders back Mubarak's son for president
CAIRO: Most leaders of Egypt s Coptic Orthodox Church would vote for President Hosni Mubarak s son Gamal if he chose to run in the 2011 presidential election, a top…
Charity addresses students' financial needs
CAIRO: With the start of the new school year this week, students are in the market for new clothes, books and school supplies - that's besides tuition and transportation fees.However,…
First Chinese school opens its doors to Egyptian students
CAIRO: This academic year will witness the opening of the first Chinese school in Egypt, catering to increasing global and local demand to learn the Far Eastern language. Referred to…
Mental patients must be released, says Nasser Loza
CAIRO: Mental patients must be released from psychiatric hospitals when they recover and not remain held in custody for decades, Dr Nasser Loza, secretary general of the Mental Health in…
Teachers reiterate demands, stand against assessment exams
CAIRO: Teachers have vowed to continue their campaign against assessment exams until the Ministry of Education responds to their demand for an across-the-board minimum wage."Our demands remain the same: cancellation…
Southgate defends Mido's reputation
CAIRO: Middlesbrough coach Gareth Southgate justified Ahmed "Mido Hossam s rapid switch of clubs during his athletic career.The Egypt striker was often criticized for failing to stay at any club…
Samir holds hope for Zamalek return
CAIRO: Lierse's Egyptian full-back Ahmed Samir said he snubbed an approach from AhlY because he hopes to have another spell with Zamalek.Samir joined Harras Al-Hodoud two years ago after spending…
Enyimba to face Ahly in Champions League semis
CAIRO: Enyimba will face Ahly in the CAF Champions semi-final as the Nigerian side finished second in Group B after an embarrassing 3-0 away defeat to Coton Sport.The visitors had…
Contractors hand Ismaili first defeat
CAIRO: Arab Contractors came back from a two-goal deficit to beat 10-man Ismaili 3-2 at home as the Dervishes were handed their first League defeat this season.Ismaili looked as though…