Working against the problem, not each other
In the years since 9/11, war and terrorism have led to much discussion over whether a clash of civilizations is occurring between the United States and the Muslim world. This…
The fate of two-state solution hangs on Jerusalem
Immediately after last November s Annapolis conference, Israel declared its intention to construct 307 new housing units in the Har Homa settlement in occupied East Jerusalem, in addition to building…
Magdy Mehana, tribute to a journalist
CAIRO: The death of Magdy Mehana, esteemed journalist and presenter, was met with grief by the Egyptian public last Saturday. He was, in the words of one young Egyptian journalist,…
Al-Azhar welcomes Anglican archbishop's comments
CAIRO: Sunni Islam's highest authority - the Al-Azhar University in Cairo - on Saturday welcomed the conclusion of the head of the Anglican Church that the adoption of some elements…
Doctors' Syndicate chief skeptical of promises of salary increases
CAIRO: Head of the Doctors' Syndicate Hamdy El-Sayed says he will wait and see before responding to alleged government plans to increase the wages of doctors employed in the Egyptian…
We played great football, says Shehata
CAIRO: Hassan Shehata hailed Egypt's African Cup of Nations achievement as the Pharaohs squad arrived in Cairo airport from Accra on Monday morning.The champions were received by President Mohamed Hosni…
INTERVIEW: Zidan revels in right decision, Abou Trika looks back
ACCRA: In 2006 Mohamed Zidan chose club over country and missed out on Egypt's African Nations Cup win in Cairo. Fast forward two years to Accra on Sunday and the…
Abou Trika lifts champions Egypt to record sixth African crown
ACCRA: Egypt retained their African Nations Cup crown Sunday when Mohamed Abou Trika scored the only goal in a 1-0 win over Cameroon which also delivered a record sixth title.…
Egypt celebrates Africa victory
CAIRO: Thousands of Egyptians descended on Cairo airport Monday morning to catch a glimpse of their football heroes returning from Ghana after securing their second consecutive African title.Although the Pharaohs…
Zaki hails team spirit
CAIRO:Amr Zaki thanked the national team substitutes for supporting their teammates despite not being given much playing time in the Pharaohs' Nations Cup triumph."Their spirit was absolutely great throughout the…