Woman held after near-fatal female circumcision
CAIRO: police are holding a woman who conducted a near-fatal circumcision on a young girl, a widely-condemned practice the authorities are trying to stamp out, the press reported on Friday.…
Islamist files defamation complaint against intellectuals
CAIRO: Egyptian Islamist teacher Sheikh Yussef Al-Badri said on Thursday that he was lodging an official complaint against eight intellectuals for alleged defamation. I have filed a complaint with the…
Kefaya torn between public mobilization and political affiliations
CAIRO: Some members of the Kefaya Egyptian Movement for Change believe the movement's efficacy has dwindled due to its transformation from a popular movement, to one that has become increasingly…
USAID does not favor Christians says director
CAIRO: The Acting Mission Director for the US Agency for International Development (USAID) John Groarke refuted claims that American aid to Egypt is mainly geared towards the Christian minority.Speaking on…
A coveted clutter
In a small alleyway in the center of Zamalek lies Karakeeb, an inviting shop shock full of a variety of gadgets and gimmicks. Translated roughly the slang Egyptian word "Karakeeb…
A knockout success: Trendy boxing gym hits Cairo suburb
Plastered across the walls of the main lobby in Cairo's newest and hippest workout facility, the Maadi-based Knockout Gym, are a series of pictures and posters dedicated to Muhammad Ali.In…
A Mediterranean medley in five star comfort
With impressive views of the sea and the sweeping Alexandria coastline, Alexandria s Four Seasons San Stefano Kala restaurant is a full scale immersion into the rich culture and cuisine…
BMW sedan performs worst in side-impact crash test
DETROIT: The 2008 BMW 5 Series was the worst performer in new side-impact crash tests of luxury sedans by the US insurance industry.The Acura RL, Kia Amanti and Volvo S80…