Government subsidizes more bread categories
CAIRO: The Ministry of Social Solidarity announced that it will be subsidizing better-quality bread in an effort to reduce demand on the 5-piaster loaf. The better quality bread, usually sold…
Muslim leaders open summit amid new tensions
DAKAR: Leaders from the world's biggest Muslim forum started a summit in Senegal Thursday that was overshadowed by conflicts and new tensions that have stricken member nations. The 11th Organization…
MB clears misconceptions surrounding its agenda
CAIRO: The Muslim Brotherhood never opposed the participation of women or Coptic candidates in elections, MB Secretary General Mahmoud Ezzat said, dispelling misconceptions about the group's stance vis-à-vis both categories.…
INTERVIEW: Zidan vows to lead Egypt to the 2010 World Cup
CAIRO: Ever since he was a child, he was determined to follow his dream, to become a player in the national soccer team and to guide Egypt to victory on…
Italy's Farina to officiate Cairo derby
CAIRO: Italy s most respected referee Stefano Farina is set to officiate today's Cairo derby between Al Ahy and Zamalek, the Egyptian Football Association said.Farina, 45, refereed several high-profile encounters…
Plot to smuggle mummies foiled by tourist police
CAIRO: Police have arrested three would-be smugglers trying to sell intricately painted Pharaonic-era mummies for more than $5 million, a security source said on Wednesday. Tourist police in Fayoum arrested…
Zamalek warn Ahly fans over racist chants
CAIRO: Zamalek have warned Al Ahly fans of making any racist chants against their players when both sides meet next Friday in the league. A statement on the club s…
Basile summons Cavenaghi as part all-European roster for Egypt friendly
BUENOS AIRES: Fernando Cavenaghi, who leads French club Bordeaux with 16 goals this season, on Tuesday became the biggest addition to the Argentine national team roster for a March 26…