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Three men accused of attacking Al-Zind released on bail
Defendants deny attacking the head of the Judgesâ Club, claim they were tortured upon apprehension
Prosecutors maintain pressure
Members of the general prosecution are holding a meeting on Wednesday to discuss Tala’at Abdallah, the general prosecutor
Syria backs plan for talks to end conflict
On Sunday, regime forces unleashed a fierce offensive in the central city of Homs after overrunning Deir Baalbeh
Art & Culture: a year in review (part 1)
Egyptâs Art&Culture scene flourished in 2012. From music, contemporary dance to photography, festivals and exhibitions of paintings, the underground scene grew exponentially.
Many artists quote the revolution as their inspiration and controversial subject matters were seen more than ever before. Artists in Egypt have become more outspoken and the diversity in their work made for a vibrant, surprising and entertaining year. Here are some of our highlights of 2012.
Lifestyle: a year in review
In the past year the Lifestyle pages in DNE have covered food, fashion, jewellery, Green Initiatives, health, wellness and much more. We tasted cupcakes on your behalf, found out about kiteboarding, told you where to ride your bike and gave you many ways how to cook proper Egyptian food. Here are our favourites of 2012
Wave of Iraq attacks kills 22
total of 15 shootings and bombings struck 13 cities and towns in the north, central and south of Iraq
Nine Taliban fighters found dead in Pakistan
Pakistan’s seven northwestern tribal districts are rife with homegrown insurgents and are strongholds of Taliban and Al-Qaeda operatives
‘Islamists’ slit 15 Christians’ throats in Nigeria
Boko Haram has claimed to be fighting for the creation of an Islamic state in Nigeria, though its demands have repeatedly shifted and it is believed to include a number of factions with varying aims
Brahimi says has Syria plan all world powers may back
Brahimi held talks in Moscow on Saturday with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on his end-of-year bid to accelerate moves to halt the conflict that monitors say has killed 45,000 people
Libya church blast kills two Egyptians
Christians in Libya are mostly expatriates, including migrant workers from neighbouring Egypt
In Pictures: Cairo celebrates Christmas
Christmas celebrations around Cairo
New protest law proposed
Security forces have the right to end protests under proposed new law
Dollar rises first day of FX auction
Last week, the market suffered dollar scarcity which handicapped importation, and frustrated dollar-seeking clients
Football league to resume in February
The football league is set to restart on 1 February, one year to the day after the deadly attack on football fans which left over 70 dead in Port Said
New evidence in alleged torture case
Forensic doctor says Saâad Said died due to brain edema as a result of head injury
Constitutional court reconvenes
Supreme Constitutional Court to consider dissolving Shura Council, Constituent Assembly on 15 January
FJP rejects NSF initiative
NSP plan for alternative dialogue âillogical,â says FJP spokesperson
Welcoming the new year in a traditional way
Daily News Egypt takes a look at old traditions designed to usher in a better, more prosperous new year
No shortage of New Yearâs plans in Cairo
Things to do this New Year âs Eve in Cairo
The Islamistsâ political obsession
Finally, the Muslim Brotherhoodâs newborn is here. The Shura Council is back, alive and kicking. The Council that hung by a thread for months waiting for a court ruling to be dissolved is now the legitimate legislative authority. Once again, the Brotherhood succeeds. With complete disregard to laws, norms, opposition and national interest, the Muslim …
Itâs the harasser whoâs responsible for harassment in Islamic Law
By Musa Furber “Oppressing women and justifying it using Shariâa is more offensive to our Prophet than a cheap film.” Al-Habib âAli al-Jifri Fear of sexual harassment is a fact of life for women in Egypt. Many have posited that women themselves should bear responsibility for such harassment, with even seemingly religious arguments being deployed …
Saudi 2012 surplus hits $102.9bn on rising revenues
Saudi Arabia continues to use part of its surplus to repay its public debt
Obama signs law against Iran’s influence in Latin America
Washington has repeatedly stated it is closely monitoring Tehran’s activities in Latin America
NTRA to grant telecom integrated license
Telecom Egypt has been granted right to offer mobile services
Steel prices expected to jump at start of 2013
Industry experts predict prices to hike by January 2013
EGAS to plug two million new households into the national grid
Private sector to operate as a private contractor in the transport of natural gas
Al-Gamaa Al-Islamiya calls for burning charity blankets
One Million Blankets campaign is a UAE plot backed by âenemies of religion and state,â says Al-Gamaa Al-Islamiya member
Lawyer withdraws lawsuit against NSF
Al-Askalani claims opposition is instrumental to democracy after accusations of inciting coup
Prosecutor general bans 26 public figures from travelling
Investigations reveal former Al-Ahram chairpersons gave away gifts out of foundationâs budget
Russia sees chance of Syria solution but Assad defiant
Brahimi and Lavrov revealed no details of any peace initiative that may be under discussion