Coptic pope plays down challenge by dissident bishop
CAIRO: Egypt s Coptic pope sought Monday to reassure his followers Monday upon returning from a trip abroad that raised concerns over his health and saw a dissident bishop trying…
Powerful images reflect plight of women
Red Lilies by Eman Osman contemplates shades of redCAIRO: Hidden on the crowded street of Talaat Harb in downtown Cairo is a showcase of masterpieces by Eman Osman that reflect…
El Sawy promotes kids' talents
Introducing new meaning to summer vacationCAIRO: If you think local children don't have great artistic potential, think again. Al Sawy's first concert of the "My Vacations Program captivated the audience…
Cairo copes with exploding population
CAIRO: On the occasion of the internationally recognized World Population Day, commemorated Monday, several countries in the region, particularly Egypt and Yemen, are taking a closer look at the impediments…
Press round-up: Parliamentarians maneuver to pass press law
Students protest against Israeli offensive in GazaCAIRO: Opposition and independent newspapers' struggle against the controversial press bill continues. Front-page headlines feature slogans such as "The free press will never surrender…
Egypt's role in the UN propelled by aid initiatives
CAIRO: Egypt has stepped up its aid initiatives with the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), assisting Niger, Sudan and other African countries, providing aid relief.The Egyptian government has been…
An elegant dinner
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Little to glow about at World Cup for Africa
Agence France-Presse BERLIN: Africa is ready, Africa s time has come, Africa is calling. Those emotive words from South African president Thabo Mbeki about South Africa s hosting of the…
Dying Egyptian artform revived in Cairo
Agence France-Presse CAIRO: When Omm Sameh sings, trendy students, young intellectuals and tourists looking for a taste of the exotic sway to her captivating sounds. The voluptuous, dark-eyed singer sings…
Omar Effendi sale finalized
CAIRO: After years of unsuccessful attempts to privatize the retail giant, the board of directors of the Holding Company for Trade finally approved the sale of Omar Effendi to Anwal…