The four Elements of style
The long-awaited opening of the new concept store has finally arrived. On a corner in Amman Square in Mohandsieen, this two-floor store shines like a diamond in the rough. Elements…
Enjoy London without burning a sterling hole in your pocket
London and Cairo have always been closely related. Whether going to work, to study, or to visit family and friends, Cairenes are always in and out of the UK. "But…
Lai Thai: The closest you can get to Thailand in Cairo
Outside the largest continent, Asian restaurants can often come across as crass imitations of the real thing. But upon entering Lai Thai, the restaurant s tasteful decor and authentic South…
Skepticism haunts Israeli acceptance of Arab Initiative
CAIRO: Skepticism is pervasive over the Israeli acceptance of the Arab peace initiative proposed at the March Riyadh summit."Israel is not convinced by the Arab initiative from a strategic view…
Brotherhood blogger sentenced to 15 days in detainment
CAIRO: The office of the public prosecutor in Shubra district ordered on Monday the 15-day detainment of Muslim Brotherhood blogger/journalist Abdel Moneim Mahmoud pending investigation of charges including "membership of…
StanChart Islamic to arrange benchmark bonds
Reuters MANAMA: Standard Chartered Plc will arrange two benchmark-sized Islamic bonds by June and is eyeing Africa for expansion, the bank s Islamic operations chief said on Thursday. Standard Chartered…
Italians interested in investing in local clothes industry, says Rachid
The Italian companies are strongly keen on investing in the industrial sectors in Egypt, Minister of Trade and Industry Rachid Mohamed Rachid was reported on the sidelines of the international…
Wrestling Federation backs up controversial Olympic champion
CAIRO: The Egyptian Wrestling Federation vowed to keep its faith in Olympic Champion Karam Gaber to retain his gold medal in Beijing 2008, subject to the wrestler s commitment to…
Gomaa, Hassan back in Ahli squad for Sundowns clash
CAIRO: Ahli defender Wael Gomaa and striker Abdul-Hamid Hassan have been included in the team s squad for the CAF Champions League clash against Mamelodi Sundowns after recovering from injury.The…
Michel extends contract with Zamalek
CAIRO: French coach Henri Michel has signed a two-year extension to his contract with leading Egyptian club Zamalek, it was reported Thursday. The 60,000-dollar-a-month deal comes despite the shock exit…
