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‘Clash’ unfolds a controversial dispute
Presenting intellectual and creative challenges, the movie tries to prove that all sides are simply human
Chinese blockbuster to be filmed in Bavarian Alps
Racecars and royalty in the Bavarian Alps: Sounds like “Heidi” meets “The Fast and the Furious”? Actually, it’s the recipe for a unique high-budget Chinese movie set to be filmed almost entirely in Germany.
Film Festival Locarno honors Mario Adorf’s lifetime achievement
Mario Adorf never let himself be enticed by Hollywood. This year’s Film Festival Locarno honors the German actor with the ‘Pardo alla Carriera’ for his lifetime achievement. An interview with DW.
France: Hotel stays drop due to attacks
The number of nights spent in French hotels by foreign tourists in July was down 10 percent from last year. Visitors from outside Europe have been deterred by recent Islamist militant attacks.
Marsa Matrouh: the city of serenity
Over the past few days, heat waves have begun to blast Egypt, causing people to suffer heat stroke and exhaustion. Since the beginning of August, the hottest month of the year, people started to escape town and head to the seaside, looking for relaxation. While most citizens head to the North Coast, Hurghada, and …
For 2nd year in a row, ASU racing team tops expectations in global formula competition
This is the first time an Arab, African, or Middle-Eastern university stands on that stage and receives such an award, says team’s supervisor
Local artisans spread hand-made art in Cairo
Number of event attendees exceeded expectations, says Yadaweya’s founder
The confessions of Egypt’s married women
A secret Facebook group exposes the reality and, sometimes ugly, truth behind marriage in Egypt
Campaign seeks to change timeworn marriage traditions
Marriage is a holy bond, and it cannot be measured by the money spent on it, says founder
In Video: The Nubian world day celebration
Video by Asmaa Gamal
Natalie Portman, Ryan Gosling to shine at Venice Film Festival
The prestigious Venice Film Festival has announced a lineup of 20 films vying for a Golden Lion. Natalie Portman as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Ryan Gosling in a musical romantic comedy made the shortlist.
Congratulations, you are a famous digital harasser
Aiming to defeat digital sexual harassment via different social media networks, Ahmed Ramadan launched a campaign on Facebook to help girls report any inappropriate messages or revealing photos they receive on their accounts. Ramadan is a volunteer who has been working with El Basma Charitable Association on the harassment file for over four years. The Facebook group “Congratulations, …
Campaign aims to enhance living conditions of Syrians in Egypt
In an attempt to save their lives, millions of Syrians left their bombarded homes behind. Ever since the start of the civil war in Syria five years ago, the lives of Syrian refugees have been a chain of suffering and misery. Those who came to Egypt were some of the luckiest, as the main challenges …
Rock: Alexandria’s famous super dog
Dogs are a man’s best friend. Many psychologists advise adopting a dog as a way to treat critical cases of depression.
In Pictures: Leading Egyptian director Mohamed Khan dies at 73
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
Leading Egyptian director Mohamed Khan dies at 73
Following a sudden health crisis, prominent director and writer Mohamed Khan passed away early on Tuesday at Al-Andalus hospital in Cairo. The funeral prayer took place on Tuesday, followed by the burial ceremony. Khan was a leading figure of the 1980s realist wave of filmmaking in Egypt, marking a significant period in the history of …
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 …
Realist director Mohamed Khan dies at 73
Prominent director Mohamed Khan passed away at the age of 73 in Al-Andalus hospital in Cairo during the early hours of Tuesday. His funeral will be held at noon on Tuesday, followed by the burial ceremony. Khan was a leading figure of the 1980s realist wave of filmmaking in Egypt, marking a significant period in …
Munich shooter bought gun online: Here’s how the dark net works
The 18-year-old who killed nine people in a shooting spree in Munich bought his pistol on the so-called “dark net.” DW explains what the mysterious online market is, and why it can sometimes be dangerous.
Social media uproar over actor’s post with newest Lamborghini, Rolls Royce cars
Social media has become an inseparable part of our lives. To share one’s daily life with friends, including the food one eats, the clothes one wears, or even the place one’s sitting in, is something that people have become familiar with long ago. Yet, some social media posts might cause debates and stir controversy, especially …
Faia Younan’s first concert in Egypt turns into a national craze
Her black hair and captivating eyes are nothing compared to her enchanting voice. From old Arabic poems to traditional songs, Faia Younan is a Syrian talent who has managed to take the world by storm in a relatively short period of time. This charming talent spent the majority of her life in Sweden and, accordingly, …
Animal rights advocates in Egypt call for laws to be activated
Over the years, many people have considered advocating for animal rights as an unimportant luxury, especially in a country such as Egypt where more than a quarter of the population live below the poverty line and struggle to earn enough to get by. Thus, individual and institutional animal rights advocates have struggled to overcome the government’s …
‘I Know Him, I Know Her’: a scary sign for distorted relationships
Challenging the customs and traditions of our society and breaking taboos, a group of women decided to use Facebook as a tool to test the loyalty and honesty of their lovers and find out about their previous relationships. More than eight groups were created under the same name, “I Know Him”, on which women started …
First female superhero finally introduced to Egypt’s comic book market
People became attached to Lamis because they felt that she is one of them with both flaws and grace, says writer
Recipe for herring tartare on Polish black bread
Recipe for herring tartare on Polish black bread
Don’t get killed playing Pokemon Go
Pokemon Go players have stumbled into places they really shouldn’t be on the hunt for digital monsters. It seems that for some fans of the popular app, catching them all is more important than personal safety.
Why we can’t stop talking about Theresa May’s clothes
Is it sexist to talk about a politician’s clothes? Britain’s new Prime Minister Theresa May is very open about her passion for fashion. Political fashion blogger Laura Dunn explains why she can be an inspiration.
Waleed Fawaz: a remarkable talent who blends evil, humour, and novelty
In an exclusive interview with Daily News Egypt, Fawaz reveals the secrets of his success, provides an objective evaluation for his artistic career, and talks about his most recent role in the play Leila Men Alf Leila.
Hesham Rizk: a late artist risen again through the eyes of his friends
On the second anniversary of his death, Rizk’s friends organised an exhibition to display the work of a young artist who went missing and died under mysterious circumstances
Erdogan and social media: use and abuse
After using social media to publicly quash the coup, Turkey’s government is cracking down on news sites and purging state institutions again. Here is how censorship works in the country – and how Turks react to it.