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…
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…
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…
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…
Digital music libraries and the death of hi-fi
SAN FRANCISCO: Music lovers remember a familiar advertising image from the past: a man reclined in a chair, head back, blown away by music from his high-fidelity sound system.Like the…
Coffee talk: eavesdropping remedy from the Gulf
It is like watching scenes from a foreign movie in no particular order but still being able to make out some story.That is the wonderful entertainment value of going to…
Hypertension: Blame the brain
Dubbed the silent killer, high blood pressure, or hypertension, creeps up on patients until it is often too late, causing heart attack, stroke and kidney failure. Over 600 million people…
All decked up: a century of Egyptian jewelry
Ground-breaking esigner Azza Fahmy releases a book on a traditional arts and craftsJewelry is an integral part of an Egyptian woman's life. Whether it's the diamond engagement ring, or the…
Nigeria's Defining Moment: 2007 Presidential Elections
Nigerians go to the polls on April 21 to elect both a new president and national assembly, in an election which is widely perceived as the most significant test for…
Just Jerusalem: Vision for a place of peace
It is often said that the future of Jerusalem depends in large part on the future of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. While this is undoubtedly true, change and improvement in Jerusalem…