Activists argue 'deteriorating state' of civil society in Arab nations
Seminar participants advocate revision of oppressive laws throughout the regionCAIRO: The Association of Freedom of Thoughts and Expression presented a two-day seminar at the Development Support Center in Cairo to…
No Way Jose
Al-Ahli coach's attitude a no-winnerCAIRO: He sat laid back in the press conference, chewing his gum in a provoking way, looking at no one in the sardine-packed hall, criticizing and…
Festival press conference comes up empty
Press fails to come up with pertinent questions for panelCAIRO: Just hours before the 30th Cairo International Film Festival kicks off, festival President Ezzat Abo Ouf held a joint press…
EU commissioner says progress being made toward free trade zone
Mandelson on Egypt reforms: Carefully and sensitively, we need to let the hand brake offCAIRO: European Union (EU) Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson says the Euro-Egyptian Association Agreement, paving the way…
Fahmy apologizes for insulting remark
Press unified in anti-veil stance and support for HosniCAIRO: In response to the attacks directed at Culture Minister Farouk Hosni two week ago after he announced his controversial opinion on…
Egypt and Arab nations will not sever ties with Iraqi government
Cleric's calls for withdrawal of support will go unheeded, expert saysCAIRO: Calls by Iraqi Sunni leader Sheikh Harith Al-Dhari for Egypt and the international community to end support for the…
Technology exports hit $500 mln
CAIRO: Technology and communications' services exports recorded approximately $500 million over the first ten months of 2006, according to Gamal Mohamed Ali, deputy chairman of the Information Technology Industry Development…
Security critical modern financial systems
Mediterranean Smart Cards Company provides important checks, balances to Egypt's financial infrastructureCAIRO: Like many developing countries, Egypt is on its way to fully comprehending that modern financial systems - with…
A Lens to the Past: Kawkab Al-Sharq
More than 30 years after her death, Om Kalthoum (1904-1974) is still an icon throughout the Arab world. This photograph by Alban is a rare portrait of the singer without…