Large quake hits Indonesia, tsunami alert lifted
JAKARTA: A powerful 6.6-magnitude earthquake struck at sea off the Indonesian island…
Iran spending more to promote Quranic culture, says minister
TEHRAN: The government of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Tuesday it has…
As cotton crops drop, Abaza stresses that the textile industry won't suffer
CAIRO: An official report from the Egyptian Cotton Council revealed that the…
SPECIAL SERIES: TOURISM AND SUMMER TRENDS: Leisure versus cultural tourism
CAIRO: Sunny beaches, diving sites and luxurious resorts are replacing Egypt's plethora…
Cairo luxury hotel starts serving alcohol again
CAIRO: Cairo s luxury Grand Hyatt hotel is serving alcohol again after…
Human rights groups challenge publishing ban on Suzanne Tamim murder case
CAIRO: The Hisham Mubarak Law Center and the legal support unit at…
Saudi court to rule on divorce plea by 8-year-old girl, says report
RIYADH: A Saudi court will next month hear a plea for divorce…
Police prevent Copts from repairing church, says Egypt rights group
CAIRO: Police used violence earlier this month to prevent villagers from repairing…