France, Mexico demand answers over US spying
After new spying allegations leaked by former US security contractor Edward Snowden.
Arabic cuisines are storytellers
Arabic cuisines play a role in depicting and representing its culture and history.
Contemporary Egyptian non-sense part 1: Suez Canal in Pounds!
In modern days Egypt, so many ideas grow out of the blues captivating the minds and souls of the population. Some of these ideas are political, economical, or social. While…
With friends like Sisi, who needs enemies?
Last week, the interim cabinet approved a controversial new law restricting Egyptians’ ability to hold peaceful assembly. While the law is yet to be ratified by Interim President Mansour, it…
Mosques and politics in Egypt
By Nervana Mahmoud Nothing reflects the essence of Islam better than the pilgrimage to Mecca. It sums up the faith in a nutshell: humility, reflection and most importantly, equality. In…
Saudi Arabia’s Image Falters among Middle East Neighbours: Pew Research Centre
Mixed Views of Saudi Influence, Record on Civic Freedoms
Al-Azhar University students clash with security forces
Students accuse security of storming university campus; several arrested
Egypt pushes for WMD-free Middle East
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy addressed the issue in official letters he sent to diplomats across the world
