Why does it matter to Washington?
For more than two decades, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict has been the core element that shaped Arab public opinion vis-a-vis the United States. But the tenure of President George W. Bush…
Can Ellen do for music what Winfrey did for books?
When Ellen DeGeneres was selected to replace Paula Abdul on "American Idol," there were a few grumblings from people who questioned her musical expertise. While it was clear from her…
Islamic design receives pop treatment in new exhibit space
The newest addition to the ever-expanding Cairo is Designopolis, a colossal project located a few kilometers after the Cairo Alexandria toll station. A Bonyan development, a subsidiary of the vast…
Ashraf eyes Zamalek exit
CAIRO: Zamalek striker Sherif Ashraf decided to move away from the Cairo club because he 'wasn't given a chance to prove his worth' last season. The 23-year-old, who joined the…
Belgian tourist stabbed in Egypt describes attack
CAIRO: A Belgian man seriously wounded in a knife attack while on holiday in Egypt described how close he came to death in an interview from his hospital bed late…
Social solidarity ministry official praises new pensions law
CAIRO: As controversy looms over the new pensions and insurance law, government officials continue to laud its benefits, saying it will improve the living standards of the lower segments…
Sarkozy opens up to Africa at Nice summit
PARIS: President Nicolas Sarkozy will host his first Africa summit next week, joined by some 40 leaders in the Riviera city of Nice as France seeks to salvage its dwindling…
Murray struggles into 3rd round at Roland Garros
PARIS: As a Scot, Andy Murray should be more accustomed to dealing with rain than he showed at the French Open on Thursday. Murray's second-round match took two days to…
Tweeting is out for Spain's World Cup players
MADRID: Spanish players at the World Cup will have to give up social networking sites such as Twitter and Facebook during the tournament as coaching staff consider them an unnecessary…
UEFA approves Platini's financial fair play plan
NYON: European football's governing body UEFA on Thursday unanimously approved Michel Platini's 'financial fair-play plan' which will require clubs to break even by 2012. UEFA president Platini's initiative will be…