Security forces arrest former member of parliament in Aswan
The former MP is accused of conspiring to overthrow the ruling regime
Tourists snacking by Rome fountains face hundreds in fines
Tourists climbing on Rome's historic fountains or using them as picnic sites will face fines ranging from 40 to 240 euros (45 to 270 dollars), Mayor Virginia Raggi announced Monday,…
Margaret Atwood awarded Peace Prize of German Book Trade
Margaret Atwood's "political intuition" has been honored by the German Book Trade, with the publishing trade body awarding the Canadian author its annual peace prize. It will be presented at…
The whiff of green success in Cusco
Until recently, the Peruvian city Cusco stank. But thanks to a more modern sewage system, the Andean metropolis is now not only easier on the climate - it's also easier…
Can ‘assisted colonization’ help save species in a warming world?
As rising temperatures threaten the survival of many plants and animals, one option could be to move them to more suitable climes. It's a divisive idea among scientists and conservationists.The…
OECD: German employment impressive, wages aren’t
German employment levels are way above the average in OECD member countries, the Paris-based development organization has said in its latest survey. But wage growth has been rather disappointing in…
The true cost of Germany’s cheap food
German researchers say food prices must rise substantially to take account of the environmental cost of industrial agriculture. Although discount supermarkets take the blame, they cater to consumers' cheap tastes.Low-cost…
Baheya foundation honors Hend Sabry’s latest TV shows
Actress Hend Sabry Baheya has been honoured by the Foundation for Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer for her latest role in Halawyet El donia. The role spotlights the…
America’s Cup: Team New Zealand to challenge title holders Team USA
After defeating Sweden's Artemis Racing 5-2 in the challenger final, Emirates Team New Zealand are to take on Oracle Team USA for the America's Cup. They will be looking to…
Bundesliga: The story behind the current trend towards young coaches
Hiring relatively young coaches with precious litte experience at the professional level seems to have become all the rage in the Bundesliga of late. This raises the question as to…