Blogger says she will continue advocating Coptic rights
Blogger files claim to have name removed from government blacklistCAIRO: Hala Helmy Botros, an Egyptian Coptic activist and human rights advocate says she the government her to close down her…
The veil is not lifted
CAIRO: Prime Minister Ahmed Nazif supported Culture Minister Farouk Hosni, saying that any public figure is entitled to his personal opinions.Nazif made the comment at a talk he gave to…
Bahai community awaits verdict on Interior Ministry's Appeal
CAIRO: In April 2006, the Egyptian Administrative Justice Court ruled in favor of two Bahai parents who requested birth certificates for their three daughters.The Interior Ministry appealed this ruling, and…
Sports Talk: We and them
I've always wanted to compare what Egyptian football players get with those abroad, so now's my chance. We know the difference is huge but we want to know how huge.A…
Egypt tells Israel soldier will be freed
Egyptian foreign minister pledges support for Palestinian stateCAIRO: Intelligence Chief Omar Suleiman has told Israeli officials that Hamas-captured Israeli soldier Corporal Gilad Shalit will be released within the next three…
Experts disagree on how to confront Egypt's pressing energy needs
With gas and oil running out, alternative energy has to figure into Egypt's agendaCAIRO: Experts agree that oil and gas in Egypt are set to expire in approximately 30 years.…
Foreign investors could ask for ease of access, says Mohieddin
CAIRO: The government will explore possible avenues for granting foreign investors a special card to help ease investment in Egypt if they are asked said Investment Minister Mahmoud Mohieddin.This card,…