A German minimalist DJ comes to town
Experimental techno artist defies expectationsWhile innovation and experimentation are the supposed hallmarks of electronic music, the genre's fans can be a notoriously narrow-minded bunch.If a DJ or producer deviates too…
When political conflicts take a backseat
Working for an artistic exchange between the US and Arab world"We will be remembered not for our victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to…
Honoring art
ŠΘ###The event took place at the Nile Hilton hotel, where many celebrities attended the event, here, Nour El Sherif accepting the honorary award from Aly Lotfy and Awatif Sirag El…
Military operation on Egypt border unlikely, says expert
Israel and Egypt will not initiate security sweep without mutual agreementAn expert on military studies dismissed Israeli statements that it was preparing to launch a military operation along the Egypt-Gaza…
World Bank ranking overshadows Egypt Invest discussions
4th annual event marked by absence of Nazif, economic cabinet CAIRO: Two months after the World Bank ranked Egypt 165 on its list of 175 countries in its annual Ease…
How can a culture that sanctifies female honor do so little to uphold it?
This is a kind country. It's one that promotes family values. Its culture nurtures the old, the sick, the poor and children. Its strong religious beliefs, both Muslim and Christian,…
Urban poor turn to the street to make a living
CAIRO: The poor in Egypt's heaving capital city, Cairo, are increasingly turning to selling cheap products in the street as a means to survive despite its limitations, say specialists."We have…
Al-Jazeera marks 10 years in Arab media
Agence France-PresseDOHA: Al-Jazeera news channel, which has changed the face of Arab television reporting by breaking taboos, is set to extend its controversial reach to English-speaking audiences as it marks…
Canadian oil firm in Egypt in talks on possible transaction
ReutersCALGARY, Alberta: Centurion Energy International Inc., a small oil firm operating in Egypt and West Africa, said on Tuesday it is in talks with an unnamed company about a possible…
