It's up to Europe to prove its global relevance
Europe today presents a contradictory picture. It is a land of peace, democracy, and the rule of law. It is also a land of prosperity: its economy is competitive, its…
A country hobbled by a zero-defect political culture
Technology is about taking risks. Government bureaucracy is about avoiding mistakes. The mismatch between the two is creating a funding squeeze that could undermine America's dominance of the new technologies…
What happens now after Resolution 1757?
UN Security Council Resolution 1757, passed on Wednesday to establish a mixed Lebanese-international court to try suspects in the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri and 22 others…
Al-Azhar claims not to be in charge of reviewing its books
CAIRO: Al-Azhar institution indicated on one hand that it is not required to revise books issued by Al-Azhar while it is very active in preventing books written by intellectuals and…
The tragedy of a young teacher who decided to be a miner
RAS GHARIB: Usama, a young teacher, died after he lost his way in the expansive desert. It was a place which offered him hope of finding a paid job as…
Soccer-Egypt defender Said out with injury
CAIRO: National team defender Ibrahim Said, a member of the African Nations Cup winning side last year, has withdrawn from Sunday s qualifier in Mauritania because of injury.The Turkish-based defender…
Hamburger SV signs Egypt striker Mohamed Zidan to a four-year contract
HAMBURG, Germany: Hamburger SV signed Egypt forward Mohamed Zidan to a four-year contract on Sunday.The German club will pay a 5 million euros ($6.7 million) transfer fee to Mainz 05,…
Volleyball-Egypt lose for the third time in World League
The Egyptian Volleyball team was handed a third successive 3-0 defeat by Serbia in Pool C of the World League in Cuba.The Serbians won three straight sets, 25-23, 25-19 and…
Residing in Ismaili is essential for new players, says Neveu
ISMAILIA: Ismaili manager Patrice Neveu insisted that the new players must come and live in Ismailia starting from next season. The new players must live here if they want to…