Ahly, Zamalek in classic showdown
CAIRO: Rivals Al Ahly and Zamalek clash on Saturday in the traditional Egyptian derby, the last major event of a busy year for African football. The derby is expected to…
The 34 constitutional amendments are not enough, analysts say
CAIRO: President Hosni Mubarak suggested 34 constitutional amendments, but they are not enough or are useless, analysts say. The president's speech on Tuesday Dec. 26, triggered a deluge of talk…
Muslim Brotherhood to pursue legal political party status
CAIRO: The banned-but-tolerated Muslim Brotherhoods (MB) group stated in a press conference Wednesday afternoon that they intended to establish a licensed political party.During the same event, MB members promised to…
Opposition fear constitutional amendments would lead to political setback
CAIRO: The constitutional and legislative committee in the Shura Council started discussing President Hosni Mubarak s suggested amendments to the constitution, amid concerns that the changes would negatively affect political…
If looks could kill
Men in pink, the return of the dress, the skinny pants and more 2006 fashion trendsIf it can be defined in one sentence, 2006 would be the return to femininity…
Shake it up in your local belly dance studio: Moves that heal
Tulaa is a Danish executive with a high-powered job who has visited Egypt many times. Among other attractions she enjoyed besides the Pyramids and the Nile was belly dancing.But more…
A little something different with every bite at Massimo
Had Massimo s food not been great, bias would certainly have influenced my taste buds. Fortunately my journalistic integrity was not tested since every bite of every side dish, main…