Not all novels are meant for TV: La Totfe Al Shams
La Totfe Al Shams is one of the most discussed and talked about Egyptian TV series this Ramadan. The series is an adaptation of Ihsan Abdel Quddous’ hugely successful novel…
Blow to Trump’s EPA as US court upholds Obama methane rule
A federal appeals court has ruled that EPA head Scott Pruitt overstepped his authority in trying to delay implementation of an Obama administration rule requiring oil and gas companies to…
“AL-Aslyeen” is met with disappointment after months of waiting
Despite outstanding cinematic techniques, audiences fail to understand the movie’s main message
30 Youm: a worthy thriller, or a waste of time?
When it is estimated that there are more than 37 new Egyptian TV series released, one has to be picky when deciding which of them to give their time to.…
Gina Lollobrigida, grande dame of European film, turns 90
Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida, who turns 90 on July 4, rivaled Sophia Loren for the title of Europe's most erotic film icon. Known as a major star of Italian film, she…
Could the G20 summit usher in new globalization order?
This weekend's G20 summit in Hamburg comes at a time of upheaval in the global economy, as national interests gain the upper hand in some regions. DW asks whether the…
The LA water residents don’t dare drink
When residents of a low-income housing project in South Los Angeles turn on their faucets, the water runs black, brown and yellow. Now they're fighting for the right to clean…
Cooling with cinnamon wood
In hot Sri Lanka, air conditioners are serious energy guzzlers. One hotel chain there wants to make cooling carbon neutral by 2020 - using cinnamon.Project goal: Make all Jetwing hotels…
Geyushi Motors wins Chinese FAW Group agency
Geyushi Motors has signed a cooperation agreement with FAW Group, the largest company owned by the Chinese government, announcing Geyushi Motors as the exclusive agent of the Chinese brand in…
Record EGP 9.4bn of personal vehicles sold in Egypt in 4 months
The auto market recorded EGP 9.4bn in sales in the first four months of 2017, selling more than 26,000 units, a 42% decrease compared to the 44,900 units sold in…