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Ramadan charity ad backfires causing heavy wave of criticism
Advertisement does not even present quarter of cases we receive every day, says El-Sewedy
Cima Masr: project reviving cinema’s culture awareness
Cima Masr is a project that aims to establish a large number of cinema theatres among Egypt’s various governorates, as well as produce a number of films for amateur young filmmakers
History of Ramadan Desserts
Konafeh, Qatayef, Baklava
Eurovision's Orange Carpet in Tel Aviv
TikTok collaborates with Met to revive its art work legacy
The Met announced last week a new collaboration with the world’s leading short video platform, TikTok, where it launches an official account with hashtags for people to interact with, and challenges to bring out users’ creativity.
AUC increases award of Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature to $3,000
Medal awards best contemporary novel published in Arabic in last 2 years
Ramadan Cannon
The Ramadan cannon is one of the most important habits during the holy month, and while people’s fasting really depends on the time of Maghreb and Fajr (dawn) prayers, the cannon remains a sign of Ramadan that all children love to hear.
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Kelany’s Mawaed Al-Rahman: once small table, now serving over 800 people
“I have been organising Mawaed Al-Rahman for 22 years, and we have never faced any financial issue to offer free meals to people. We can serve over 800 meals daily in Ramadan,” said Mahasen Kelany, the founder of one of the biggest Ramadan charity tables in Hadayek Al-Kobba. Mawaed Al-Rahman (tables of charity) are one …
Dates: Ramadan traditions at Muslim iftar worldwide
The majority of Muslims break their fast with dates in different countries of the world because of its high nutritional value which is suitable for fasting and is considered one of the Sunnah (traditions) of the Prophet. You will find that Muslims buy dates in abundance before the month of Ramadan so that it is …
The Eurovision Song Contest 2019 picks up steam
Video: In a surprise move Hisham Talaat Moustafa reveals Madinaty song by Assala
Hisham Talaat Moustafa Group has launched a new song for the Madinaty city.
The story behind Ramadan Lantern
lanterns were used by women on their way to the mosques, and they are led by a young man, so that the passers-by will notice that there are women on the road, and give them right of way.
Mohsena Tawfik passes away at age of 79
Egyptian veteran female artist, Mohsena Tawfik, passed away on Monday at the age of 79, leaving behind a legacy of drama shows, and millions of loving fans and loyal followers. Tawfik, known for her roles as a dedicated mother and the girl next door when she was at younger, captured peoples’ hearts from the very …
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History of Mesaharaty
The Mesaharaty transformed from a mere person accompanied by a child to carry the lantern into a band of several people carrying tambourines and playing tunes chanting with each band.
Exhibition celebrates Audry Hepburn’s 90 Birthday
Model, dancer, humanitarian icon was also known for empowering women, supporting their inner beauty
Watch It: Egyptian Netflix sparks controversy with start of TV drama in Ramadan
More than 99% surveyed by Daily News Egypt agreed they will not subscribe in the application, others believe it’s good for selling series
Ramadan begins: history of moon sighting in Egypt
Muslims around the world celebrate on Monday the beginning of Ramadan. One of the most important religious events is the night of Roaya (moon sighting), and it marks the last night in the month of Sha’ban, and the beginning of Ramadan. Fasting Ramadan is linked to three moon sighting nights: the first is of Sha’ban, …
Old Kingdom cemetery of two pyramids builders found in Giza
Discovery of pyramids’ builders cemetery reveal to whole world that pyramids were not built by slaves, but its builders had built their tombs beside their Kings, says Hawas
Passion driven with details, young female artisan establishes her own modern Ramadan lantern brand
“I make every lantern and doll with my own hands, pay attention to smallest details, process of sewing cloths,” says artist
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Lanterns still find their way to Egyptians’ lives despite economic conditions
“It is a tradition. No one can start Ramadan without getting a new Fanoos” says merchant
Family memoir explores childhood of climate activist Greta Thunberg
Cairo Opera House celebrates International Jazz Day
Egypt joined on Tuesday the world’s celebration of the 8th International Jazz Day organised by the UNESCO to honour the popular music genre. Egypt will celebrate the event by holding a concert for the Baghdadi Big Band led by Maestro Magdy Baghdadi at Cairo Opera House. The Jazz Day is witnessed by 190 countries across …
Once upon a time in Eden features Anubis in batman suit
Artist is fascinated by deciphering ancient Egyptian methods of process painting, coding of compelling visual narratives
Ancient Egyptian tomb filled with mummies unearthed in Aswan
Out of expected 300 tombs in area, Egyptian archaeologists found 25 tombs over past four years, says mission head
Ministry of Culture mourns Bachir El-Sebaie
After a long journey of enriching the cultural scene in Egypt with his translations and chronicles, historian and translator Bachir El-Sebaie passed away on Sunday at the age of 75. The ministry of culture mourned on Monday the veteran historian, stating that he was one of the literature and translation pillars in the country. In …
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Figurative Encounters: Exhibition Haphazardly Crosses Space, Time
Born in 1911, Egyptian national artist Salah Taher has lived through many important periods of world history and modern Egyptian milestones. Among many impressive years of work and created collections, Taher is well known for his ‘tribal communities’ series, where the artist masterfully and romantically combined human figurative outlines with the layered and flowing fabric …
The main differences between Catholics and Protestants
Beyond chocolate: The egg in art and design
Made in Germany, heard in Spain: The Leon cathedral organ connection
Featuring Egypt’s rightful place under the Sun
Shiha’s signature style is skilful combination of painting, sculptural technique, using material such as engravings, rocks, human figurines