Egypt inviting private firms to build, run services
CAIRO: Egypt will rely increasingly on private companies to provide social services and infrastructure through public-private partnerships (PPP) and expects to offer a string of new projects soon, officials said.…
Four opposition parties form coalition away from Baradei
CAIRO: Four of Egypt's opposition parties will hold a conference next month to discuss the country's political future, specifically how to amend the constitution to free up political participation.The three-day…
Much ado for Paris zoo redo
For a zoo, it s a quiet and lonely place. Among the few remaining residents of Paris main animal park are the giraffes - whose long necks make travel inconvenient…
Azza Fahmy and Preen create sensation on NY catwalk
Mere seconds after the Preen catwalk show was over, updates on Twitter and fashion blogs sprang up: Preen showed a sublime collection at New York's Fashion Week in early February.…
Art of Form defines the art of living
As if a large showroom at the new furniture mall Designopolis isn't enough, a new concept store has opened up in Beymen on the second floor. People have been clamoring…
Czech travel agency lures teddy bears to Prague
The Czech tourist trade has been given an oddball boost by a new travel agency offering trips to Prague for teddy bears and other stuffed toys.The Toy Traveling agency says…
A ritzy beach affair: Gouna for a weekend
It is a golfer's paradise, a spa enthusiast's dream and a surprising delight for foodies who have high expectations when dining. And oh yes, the beach experience isn't too shabby…
Interval training can cut exercise hours sharply
People who complain they have no time to exercise may soon need another excuse.Some experts say intense exercise sessions could help people squeeze an entire week s workout into less…
Online games and quizzes to test your travel IQ
Do you know how many islands make up Hong Kong? I didn t, and I had never heard of the Eritrean currency Nakfa, either, until I started taking travel quizzes…
OBG renews agreement with Helmy, Hamza & Partners
CAIRO: Research and consultancy firm Oxford Business Group (OBG) said last week that it has renewed its longstanding agreement with Helmy, Hamza and Partners law firm - member firm of…
