EGAS to discuss new pricing mechanisms of natural gas
Gas prices for steel, iron and cement factories are expected to rise to $6 per million BTU
Ministry of Electricity considers hydrocarbon dependence
The Ministry of Electricity seeks to embark on a new a nuclear programme and establish coal-fired plants in Port Safaga
Zewail fears for Nile University students’ future
Nobel Prize-winning scientist urges Zewail Science City professors to withdraw reports filed against Nile University students
Pope Tawadros II prays for Egypt
The Coptic pope thanks Morsy and prays for his safety and guidance as part of Christmas celebrations
Bahrain appeals court upholds jail for 13 opposition leaders
The 13 activists took part in 2011 anti-government protests and were convicted by a military tribunal on charges that included "setting up terror groups to topple the regime"
Suez police uncover weapons stash in cemetery
Suez security forces followed an unidentified man to a weapons stash in a cemetery, the man managed to escape
US delegation en route to Egypt
An American delegation is due to hold meetings with government and opposition groups
Protests scheduled against military trials Tuesday
Supporters of Sherif El-Hosary and Qorsaya residents to demonstrate in front of military police headquarters and High Court building
Morsy invites Saudi king to Islamic summit
Minister of Foreign Affairs announces Morsy’s invitation to King Abdullah following annual bi-lateral talks
El-Erian quits presidential team
Essam El-Erian resigns as adviser to President Mohamed Morsy but retains his Freedom and Justice Party posts