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Tamarod, Sami Anan political parties rejected
Parliamentary elections to take place in March
‘Helwan Brigades’ member arrested
The accused had allegedly disguised himself as a woman to blow up a police station
Gulf agreement on improved migrant worker conditions unlikely to end activist pressure
By James M. Dorsey Wealthy Gulf nations have agreed on measures to improve the working and living conditions of migrant workers who constitute a substantial segment, if not the majority, in a number of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states. The measures constitute a bid to fend off more far-reaching demands by human rights …
Egyptian market has strong growth opportunities due to large youth population: OSN Middle East Marketing Director
20% annual growth target for OSN channels in the Egyptian market during the coming phase
This week: Four major European Leagues
Chelsea and Real Madrid continue on while Bayern Munich and Juventus had an early end
Al-Ahly face dilemma after defeat against Senegal’s Séwé Sport
Al-Ahly must make up for the loss and obtain the 20th title to guarantee its place among the top teams in the world in terms of continental championships.
The princes’ revolution
The match will take place between Federer, who took first place in the Davis Cup with his country’s team only five days ago, and Hewitt on 12 December in Sydney, Australia.
Egypt seizes World Squash Championship for 7th time
An Egyptian has once again taken the top spot after Ramy Ashour defeated former No. 1 champion Mohamed Shorbagy
Pele: A jewel that dazzled the world, dims with disease
Many consider Pele to be the best player in football history, while in Brazil he is considered a national hero. He played the position of striker and was famed for his skills.
Lamri and the unfortunate end
Lamri, who began playing tennis at 10, is well-known for his proficiency on muddy pitches. His last appearance officiating was the Spain F4 Futures championship held in Cartagena, Spain.
Subsidised fertiliser crisis result of production issues and poor distribution
Companies in free investment zones must export all products, no need to consider subsidised fertiliser shortages domestically
Social financial allocations to be regularly paid for better services: Finance minister
Railway dues will also be reviewed monthly to fund purchase of spare parts, regular maintenance
Draft law on ‘terrorist entities’ could silence civil society: Rights group
Labelling groups “terrorist” will not stop violence, says Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies
President intervenes to reinstate suspended radio presenter
Aida Seoudy suspended after criticisms of demonstrator deaths in protests against Mubarak ruling, ANHRI calls incident violation of freedoms
Egypt rises 20 points on transparency, anti-corruption ranking
Egypt’s ranking improved in the Corruption Perceptions Index to 94th place in 2014, up from 114th last year
Petroleum ministry to add 80m cubic feet of gas to production daily throughout December
Two wells owned by Petrobel will be connected this month, with each well producing 40m cubic feet of gas per day
Investigative detention of Brotherhood leader extended
Mohamed Ali Beshr is under investigation for collaborating with US and inciting violence
Non-commissioned border guard officers granted right to arrest civilians
Civilians can be tried in military courts if found guilty of attacking “vital” state facilities
Latest mass death sentence ‘blatantly unjust’: HRW
188 death sentences referred to Grand Mufti for consideration by controversial judge
Contemporary Dance Night hypnotises Egypt
Egyptian Streets met up with Ezzat Ismail Ezzat and Barbora ‘Bashka’ Jombikova, two of the driving spirits behind the event
UN expresses concern over ‘increasing polarisation’ in Egypt
Egyptian authorities should ensure that “excessive use of force” is not exercised on peaceful protestors, says UN
7 ‘terrorist elements’ killed, 15 others arrested in Sinai
The militants participated in “terrorist schemes” against the armed forces, says military spokesman
Construction sector challenged by growing demands: Hill International Egypt Manager
Egypt’s construction sector is busy due to the huge development projects adopted by the government, Waleed Abdel Fattah says
2011 witnessed highest resignation rates: ERF
The paper suggests that these trends reflect the response of the Egyptian labour market to the financial crisis and the January 2011 uprising rather than a more dynamic labour market.
Gas exploration bid to be offered early 2015 in 11 areas
Three areas in the Delta and eight in the Mediterranean Sea will be offered by EGAS for exploration and research
Social Fund for Development to grant further loans for projects in poor areas: Director
Funding reached EGP 2.3bn by September, of which EGP 2bn was allocated to small- and medium-sized projects and EGP 300m for social development
120% growth in jewellery stamping authority: Supply ministry
Presidential decree to be issued to separate the authority from the ministry to become public economic entity, says Khaled Hanafy
Invitation to Big 5 to review economic summit projects: Investment minister
Investment banks are considering 23 projects, with approximately 20 BOT and PPP projects ready, and 17 projects for the business sector
UN envoy in Egypt for Palestinian peace talks
Tensions between Palestinians and Israelis have escalated recently in East Jerusalem
Students continue protests challenging Mubarak verdict
It is illogical to expect a fair trial under current regime, says Students Against the Coup