Back to basics for aspiring writers
Creative writing workshop encourages young writers to express themselves in their native languageCAIRO: In an attempt to resurrect a passion for Arabic writing, Maadi's Kotob Khan bookstore recently launched a…
Egyptian dance brings life to City of the Dead
Agence France-PresseCAIRO: In the depths of Cairo s City of the Dead, Umm Essam unveils her latest creation: a blood-red bellydance costume, complete with golden pearls. But there are no…
Still not your ideal swimming pool, Nile cleaned up
CAIRO: The waters of the Nile are running cleaner this week after dozens of volunteers taking part in a United Nations-sponsored drive removed more than a ton of trash from…
Tourism numbers fall for third month running
CAIRO: The number of people visiting Egypt fell 5.5 percent year-on-year in July, according to figures available on Monday, the third consecutive monthly drop since April bombings in a Red…
Press round-up: Pope's comments on Islam makes headlines around the world
School starts without a tour by the minister of educationCAIRO: Independent and national newspapers focused heavily on Pope Benedict s comments on Islam and the Prophet Mohammed and the consequences…
Palestinian PM says "lots of movement" in talks on release of capture Israeli soldier
GAZA CITY: Diplomatic efforts were underway Sunday, with strong hints that a deal may soon be announced to secure the release of prisoners from both sides. The Palestinian prime minister…
Pope says he is sorry over reaction to Islam speech
Brotherhood says apology is "sufficient, Egypt summons Vatican envoy over remarksCAIRO: Pope Benedict said on Sunday he was deeply sorry at the anger caused by his remarks on Islam and…
Imprisoned opposition leader Nour speaks out from prison
CAIRO: One year after President Hosni Mubarak was reelected president in Egypt s first multi-candidate elections, jailed politician Ayman Nour sent a letter from prison thanking those who elected me…
Reworked Othello falls short
The Temple Independent Theater Company s latest experiment is a lavish production of meek contentCAIRO: In their reworking of the Othello parable, directors Ahmed El-Attar and Nevine El-Ibiary pose an…
Fresh music to suit all tastes
SOS Music Festival a success for all concernedCAIRO: The first ever SOS Music Festival took place on Friday, showcasing a wide variety of new Egyptian music for an enthusiastic crowd…