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Generations of crafting silver: inside a 200 year-old workshop
Imagine the life of someone who was raised up among silver ornaments and elaborate sketches. Many families in Egypt have dedicated their days and years to shower the country, and the world, with intricate jewellery and captivating accessories. While some Egyptians have entered the silver crafting business in recent decades, others have had the …
In Pictures: Israeli flag burned at Press Syndicate protest
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
Egyptian graffiti artists launch ‘Gedary’ initiative in Damietta
More than 25 murals were painted to beautify the rural grey village, says founder
Muslims spend ’Laylet al-Qadr’ seeking mercy and forgiveness
This year, Ramadan’s last Friday was the 27th day of the holy month, what is known as Leylet al-Qadr (the night of power). In Islam, Laylet al-Qadr is the night the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. According to the Quran, that night is the greatest night of the year and any adoration …
In Pictures: Students protest exam delays at Press Syndicate
Reports of the religious studies exam leak surfaced Wednesday morning
Ramadan in El-Hussein: a long-standing tradition
Though El-Hussein is a popular spot, boasting many restaurants and eateries, the increasing number of everyday visitors during Ramadan results in eateries ‘stuffed to the rafters’ an hour before Iftar
Imbaba’s fish market: the journey of buying seafood in Cairo
Cairo’s famous fish market is witnessing a low turnout this Ramadan, as many Egyptians prefer meat and chicken for their iftar tables
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In Pictures: Thanaweya Amma students stage protest against Ministry of Education
Fanous Ramadan: more than just a lantern
I inherited the craft from my father and I teach my children about it so that the art form may survive my death, says one fanous maker
In Pictures: Kasr El-Dobara Evangelical Church holds Iftar in downtown Cairo
In Pictures: Tarawih prayers: cleansing the soul
Photos by Amr Al-Malky
Halal tourism: a growing trend for Muslim travellers
Konya, Turkey hosted the second international halal tourism conference earlier this month
In Pictures: Fire breaks out in old Cairo neighbourhood of Al-Khalifa
Photos by Mahmoud Nasr
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Ramadan preparations: anticipating joy of the holy month overcomes social torment
The streets are decorated with lights and colourful lanterns. People greet each other with smiles and wait for any interaction between them to say kul sena wa enta tayeb (used during the holy month to mean “Happy Ramadan”)
Swiss Embassy in Egypt celebrates Omar Gaber’s transfer to the Swiss club of FC Basel
To bid farewell to the talented Egyptian football star, Omar Gaber, who played to the Zamalek SC, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Markus Leitner, hosted a dinner to celebrate his transfer to the Swiss club of FC Basel. The dinner, which was also attended by Egypt’s celebrated football players, such as Mahmoud Abdel Moneim “Kahraba,” …
In Pictures: Puyol visits Egypt to promote tourism
The legendary Spanish player Carles Puyol arrived to Cairo, where he was escorted by Al Ahram Beverages team on a tour to the Pyramids with his wife, and the Spanish media delegation. Photos handout from Al Ahram Beverages Company (ABC)
Weightlifter Mohamed Helal: a story to be carried through generations
Helal began treatment for the tumour in April 2008 at Children Cancer Hospital 57357. As the journey to recovery started with the chemotherapy, which lasted for two years, it was difficult and exhausting.
In Pictures: EgyptAir MS804 Candles lit at the press syndicate to mourn victims of the crash
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
Leather tanning: the harsh work behind Egypt’s luxury products
The process of turning hides into leather takes a few days. In the pre-tanning process, animals’ skin is removed of hair, degreased, desalted, and soaked in water from between six hours up to a couple of days depending on the animal
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In Pictures: State continues demolition of homes in Sayeda Zeinab
State security forces evacuated residents of Tal Al-Aqreb, located in Sayeda Zeinab near downtown Cairo, on Monday after which several homes were demolished. The Ministry of Housing had previously informed residents that alternative accommodation would be provided to them in 6th of October City, but this has not been realised, according to the testimonies of …
In Pictures: relatives of EgyptAir crash victims
Photos by Ahmed Al-Malky
South-east Asian sports spread in Egypt
The Royal Thai Embassy presented EGP 1,000 in prize money to the winners and EGP 500 to the first runners-up in each division.
In Pictures: Journalists turn out in large numbers for syndicate conference
Photos by Ahmed Hendawy
The art of yarn dyeing: a talent at risk of being lost
The long process of transforming original white fabric into the final product—the clothes we wear everyday—rarely crosses our minds. The fancy and unique designs, lace fabrics, and colourful cloths that form our day-to-day fashion all originated as white textiles. In one of the oldest dying factories, located in Old Cairo, yarn is still put …
Egypt welcomes the season of wheat harvesting
After President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi launched the wheat harvesting season last week, farmers began spending their days collecting wheat crops to sell them to merchants in Cairo for processing
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In Pictures: Fire breaks out at popular market in central Cairo, Al-Attaba
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
Moulid Sayeda Zeinab: those who perform for the sake of God
Using the Oud, drum, tambourine, and Qawalli, they perform folklore and historic music pieces with a modern touch to attract the younger generations to this type of music as well as amuse the older generation
Stand of solidarity at AUC demanding justice for classmate
Bebo was arrested during security raids that targeted political activists in April
In Pictures: Riot police prevents journalists from entering street leading to Press Syndicate
Photos by Ahmed Al-Malky
In Pictures: Pro-police protesters attempt to drown out journalists’ demands
Photos by Asmaa Gamal