Latest in Tag: cairo Highlight
Latest in Tag: cairo

First half of constitution finalised
Egypt to adopt semi-presidential government system

Abbas holds talks with Mansour, Fahmy and Al-Sisi
Chairman of Palestinian Liberation Organisation is in Egypt on a three-day visit

Mahmoud Abbas starts three-day trip to Cairo
The Palestinian president is set to meet President Adly Mansour

Objection against Muslim Brotherhood ban ruling refused by court
Muslim Brotherhood lawyers calling judgment “politicised” while pro-judgment lawyers call on government to execute the verdict
Hamas says media falsely implicating it in Egyptian affairs
The movement responds to media allegations which claim that it set up three missile platforms in Maadi

Protests continue in universities as police forces stand by campuses’ gates
Rival demonstrations in Al-Azhar University as Student Union declares “absolute rejection” to Cabinet’s decision; AFTE fears the unwise usage of Cabinet-given power to chairmen

Shots fired at Cairo hotel in apparent labour dispute: police
Interior ministry spokesman said the attack was carried out by laid off hotel workers, and that there were no casualties.

Abdeen museums to open soon
After having been closed since January 2011 the Abdeen Palace and its surrounding museums are slated to open to the public in the next two months

72,000 workers must receive salary owed by government: ETUF President
12,000 workers currently striking at Kafr El-Dawar Spinning and Weaving Company

Cairo rail service resumes on limited basis
The Ministry of Transport indicates gradual resumption of rail activity

Mubarak trial continues
Private session held to hear witness statements from former military general Hassan Al-Roweiny and former head of the investigation unit Omar Al Dardeer

Ultras Ahlawy protest before High Court
The group demanded the release of 25 Ultras Ahlawy members who were detained during clashes at Cairo Airport

Student death will not go unanswered: Ain Shams students
Protest held in response to death of student Belal Gaber; Interior Ministry denies knowledge of death

US, EU condemn violence in Egypt
Spokespeople denounce ongoing violence that have killed dozens

Getting in the way: politics and doing business in Egypt
âIf it bleeds, it leads.â That news industry fundamental is Minister of Tourism Hisham Zaazouâs October 7 morning business challenge. The leading stories by news agencies all over the world about the clashes that erupted in Cairo and other parts of Egypt on 6 October, Armed Forces Day, make his job more difficult. The repeated …
Militant attacks leave eight security personnel dead
Attacks targeted Sinai police directorate building, military vehicle and Cairo Satellite building
In Pictures: Clashes erupt in Cairo
Rival demonstrations led to violent clashes throughout Egypt on Sunday amid celebrations of the 40th anniversary of the October War. The Ministry of Interior had reported 94 injuries and 28 killed nationwide. In Cairoâs Tahrir Square, face-painted revelers gathered to celebrate the anniversary, waving Egyptian flags and posters of Defence Minister Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi as …

Clashes erupt throughout Cairo on 6 October anniversary
Pro-Morsi demonstrators clash with security forces and residents in Dokki and Ramses; Ministry of Health reports 28 dead and 94 injured nationwide
The Business of Education
University students and graduates reflect on the quality of education they received in Egyptian universities compared to the fees they paid

Bollywood returns to Egyptian cinemas
After 25 years the best of new Indian movies will be screened again in theatres in Cairo and Alexandria

The International Ismailia Film Festival returns to AUC
The AUC gives Cairenes the chance to view the participating films of the 2013 Ismailia Film Festival

We Will Ride Bicycles
The Facebook page that organised We Will Wear Dresses is gearing up for an event to encourage women to ride bicycles

Professional courses for prospective chefs
The Culinary Training Centers offer a comprehensive, internationally accredited training

A walk around the Gayer Anderson Museum
The beautifully preserved museum is filled with treasures from a private collection

TEDxCairo lounge stimulates your mind
TEDxLounge provides a platform to discover and discuss various topics

Medrar 5th Cairo video festival
Medrarâs video festival aims to present a platform for filmmakers and video artists

Protests at various universities on first day of classes
Students against Coup movement issue a statement promising “the end of putchists at their hands”

Morsi supporters plan protests at home and abroad
Civil disobedience, UN protests planned

One dead, 34 injured nationwide during Fridayâs pro-Morsi rallies
Pro-Morsi groups see small-scale clashes and turnout for Friday demonstrations

The Greek serves fresh and delicious food
The new restaurant serves authentic and tasty food in tasteful surroundings