Egyptian police arrest senior Islamist
CAIRO: Egyptian police have arrested a senior member of a prominent militant Islamist group who was twice sentenced to death in the 90s during a bloody conflict with the government,…
Two Palestinian boys killed in Gaza
GAZA CITY: Two Palestinian boys, aged 12 and 13, were shot dead on Friday by Israeli troops firing into the Gaza Strip from across the border, medical sources said. Ahmed…
Iran offers nuclear technology to region, Egypt welcomes ties with Tehran
CAIRO: Iran offered its regional neighbors Monday the transfer of peaceful nuclear capabilities in an effort to counter US claims that it is developing nuclear technology to threaten surrounding countries.Egypt…
Egypt court denies opposition leader's bid for freedom
CAIRO: Administrative court rejected on Thursday opposition leader Ayman Nour s latest bid to be released from prison on medical grounds, despite his claims that his health has worsened since…
Court examines unconstitutionality of amendments
CAIRO: The Supreme Constitutional Court is looking at a lawsuit filed by lawyer Mohsen Bahnasy accusing the referendum on the constitutional amendments that took place last March of being unconstitutional.Bahnasy…
People's Assembly accused of double standards
CAIRO: The People s Assembly (PA) is accused of double standards when dealing with PA members affiliated with the National Democratic Party (NDP) and those belonging to opposition parties and…
HEALTH MATTERS: Sexual healing
Marvin Gaye was right, it is good for usA celebration of human pleasure, our senses and often our souls, sex is an all-encompassing act that also happens to confer many…
That fizzy feeling, and the lure of soft drinks
Since he was a child, Mohanad, now 23, has been addicted to different types of soda, sometimes consuming several liters a day. Little did he know that one day this…
SCI TECH SCENE: Astronauts try new shuttle simulator
Associated Press Nearly 40 astronauts on last week became the first to ride aboard a NASA tourist attraction that recreates a ride aboard the space shuttle, complete with the deep…
A place to brighten your soul
Wandering around Mohandiseen, you may come across a shop with a name that immediately captures your attention. "Ashakana: The Soul Shop has a wooden exterior, with a cozy, warm interior.…