Tunisia opposition figure shot dead: officials
Opposition figure and MP Mohamed Brahmi was shot dead by unknown gunmen outside his home
US concerned over Al-Sisi’s call for Friday protests
State Department unable to elaborate on the suspension of F-16 delivery
Tight security as Egypt braces for rival rallies
Police said they were planning massive reinforcements to secure Friday's rallies, which raise the prospect of further bloodshed
HRW calls on Egypt to respect rights of Syrian refugees
Human Rights Watch condemns arbitrary arrest of Syrian refugees in Egypt
Al-Nour party warns against civil war
The Salafi party condemns “all forms of intimidation” and calls for reconciliation meeting
The khaimas of Ramadan 2013
Enjoy Ramadan in one of the many khaimas in Cairo
Bites Fil Beit Ramadan: Ferakh bel asal eswed – Chicken with molasses
day and consists of an array of dishes. Traditionally the meal starts with juice, to prepare the stomach for the feast that is to come, and a savoury soup. Appetisers…
Sohour in the garden of the Marriott Zamalek
During the evening the Zamalek hotel offers great food in a wonderful setting
Sofitel serves up idyllic iftar
El Kebabgy barbecue combined with the sites and lights of the Nile is a perfect way to break your fast