The Language of Genomics
DALIAN, China: Last month, a company called Complete Genomics announced 10 new customers for its genome-sequencing service. The price was not specified, but the company said its goal is to…
The Revolt of the Meritocrats
PARIS: The bailout of the financial system was a bizarre moment in economic history, for it benefited those who benefited most from the markets' irrational exuberance - the bosses of…
A new US perspective on Middle East peace
WASHINGTON, DC: Under US President Barack Obama s Administration, the United States has vigorously re-engaged in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and made commitment to Palestinian statehood a national security and…
Gov't plan to fight H1N1 'confusing,' says MP
CAIRO: MP Osama Gado said the precautionary measures laid down by the government against H1N1 are in line with the trend of "random and confusing government decisions that drown out…
Ahram Beverages, Sawiris Foundation join forces
CAIRO: Al-Ahram Beverages Company (ABC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development, donating LE 40 million to fund health, environment, education and culture projects."ABC…
Egypt deports Swedish journalist after 2-day detention
CAIRO: Swedish journalist Per Bjorklund was deported from Egypt early Thursday after being detained for two days at Cairo International Airport.Bjorklund returned to Prague from where he arrived on the…
Thousands likely dead in Indonesian quake
PADANG, Indonesia: Indonesia said Thursday it feared thousands had died in a major earthquake as exhausted rescue workers clawed through mountains of rubble with their bare hands in a race…
Sinai protest fizzles amid heavy security presence
CAIRO: A protest planned for Thursday south of the border town of Rafah in Al-Agraa was marred by a low turnout due to heavy security presence.According to eyewitnesses, the number…
UAE, Brazil, Czech Republic advance to knockout stage
CAIRO: If day seven of the ongoing U-20 World Cup could be given a title, it would be losers bounce back. Teams who were hammered with big losses last round…