Realism in Iraq
The Washington mountain has labored and brought forth less than a mouse. General David Petreaus and President George W. Bush have spoken, but United States policy in Iraq remains as…
Cairo's workers flout Ramadan health risks
CAIRO: Fasting during Ramadan presents a challenge to all Muslims, but particularly so to those engaged in physical labor.Going without food, water and cigarettes is testing enough for those working…
Mido injured in Boro's defeat to Everton
CAIRO: Ahmed "Mido Hossam left the pitch with injury as Middlesbrough lost 2-0 to Everton in the Premiership on Sunday.Mido was substituted by Tom Craddock two minutes after the hour…
Hamas loyalists allowed back into Gaza
CAIRO: Egypt allowed the return of some 100 Hamas loyalists stranded in Egypt since last June back into Gaza through a small crossing for military vehicles in Rafah early Saturday.The…
10 African peacekeepers killed in Darfur attack
KHARTOUM: At least 10 African Union peacekeepers have been killed and dozens are reported missing after an attack on their base in Sudan s western Darfur region, the AU said…
Three Sawiris moguls make Forbes' ME top 20 billionaires list
CAIRO: Egyptian tycoon Naguib Sawiris, along with father Onsi and brother Nassef, were ranked among Forbes Middle East s 20 Richest People. Naguib comes third on the list with a…
Egypt, China partner to manufacture mobile phones
CAIRO: The Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) and several Chinese companies signed an agreement to start producing mobile phones in Egypt for domestic use and for export. The $50…
KHAWAGA'S TALE: Moon Beach
Under a full moon on Thursday night, I let the sand run between my toes and the Sakara Gold wash away my week, as the waters of Suez lapped onto…