Cabinet allows open air funeral prayers, wedding ceremonies from 21 September
As part of nationwide easing of COVID-19 measures, nurseries will re-opened in clubs and youth centres, in accordance with health conditions
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Egypt prepares for possible resumption of congregational prayers in mosques
Upcoming cabinet meeting will discuss the issue
Attempts to revive Ramadan’s lost sincere spirit
Families struggle to recreate holy atmosphere they once lived as children
Are the so-called guardians of religion taking it too far?
Muslims faced by controversial fatwas while state tightens grip on mosques
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Tanta receives 3 million visitors participating in Moulid Al-Sayed Al-Badawy festival
By Mohamed Abel Monsef and Ahmed Salama Three million people visited Tanta, capital of the Gharbia governorate, to participate in celebrations of the Moulid Al-Sayed Al-Badawy, a carnival that celebrates the birthday of a member of the Prophet Mohamed’s family. The celebrations were held from 10-17 October. The annual celebration has served to connect …
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In Pictures: Egypt celebrates Eid
Across the country, Eid prayers were held in all mosques on Thursday morning. These photos come from different mosques united in prayers but divided in politics. From Nahda sit in to Tahrir, to the violence-gripped city of Al Arish in North Sinai
Ramadan: A spiritual journey
In the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, Muslims across the world fast for the holy month of Ramadan. Although the observance of this month can be hectic and less productive for some, it undoubtedly boosts spirituality and reminds Muslims of some of the core values of Islam: honesty, charity and purification. The Daily News Egypt takes you through a journey to discover Ramadan’s rituals and spiritual aims.