Competition authority investigates claims against cement and steel producers
CAIRO: The recently-established Egyptian Competition Authority will begin investigating whether cement and steel producers have violated anti-trust laws.The authority announced its intention to launch an investigation this week in response…
U.S., Egypt resume "strategic dialogue"
Immediate divergence on tactical mattersWASHINGTON: The United States and Egypt met in a rekindled strategic dialogue dedicated to strengthening the two countries relationship. Foreign Minister Ahmed-Abul Gheit and U.S. Secretary…
Fifty-five killed in Lebanon blitz as foreigners flee
Israel kills seven in Gaza as Mubarak says end to conflict in sightBEIRUT: At least 55 civilians were killed Wednesday as Israeli jets and gunboats pummeled towns and villages across…
Egyptian student indicted on assault charges following golf club melee
Associated PressGARDEN CITY, New York: A grand jury on Tuesday returned a 10-count indictment against an Egyptian college student accused of driving into a group of people at an upscale…
Two Al Ahli players banned for next Champions League game
CAIRO: Two players from holders Al Ahli, Emad Moteab and Shady Mohamed, have been suspended for the club s next African Champions League match after trying to attack the referee…
Hamid El Shaeri launches new album
ŠΘ###Mohsen Gaber and El Shaeri##Those present were entertained by tunes from El Shaeri's new album
Program encourages education through food
WFP offers solutions for poverty and illiteracy in rural Upper EgyptCAIRO: In rural Upper Egypt, where poverty and illiteracy intertwine and are a sever hindrance to improving living conditions, targeting…
Gaza gateway reopens for humanitarian cases
RAFAH: Egypt and Israel reopened the Rafah border crossing on Tuesday for the first time in three weeks, triggering a rush to the border by thousands of Palestinians who had…
Sharkiat's music defies classification
Fathy Salama talks about the negative side of the music industryCAIRO: One of the most diverse sounds in Egypt is that of musician Fathy Salama, who has acquired quite a…
