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The unseen sides of Egypt
The top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers
“The Seven Seeds”: a photo book states the evolution of Egyptian baby shower
The project documents the celebration from the pharaonic legends up to the modern festive atmosphere
Drums Festival shines in its 5th edition
In its 5th edition, the Drums Festival kicked off Friday night with several performances themed around the topic “Drums for Peace”. Attempting to promote tourism and merge musical cultures, 25 different countries took part in this year’s edition. The festival started at the Citadel’s Youssef Theatre with the performances of different drum troupes that took …
The unseen sides of Egypt
The top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers
In Pictures: Egyptians celebrate Easter despite all odds
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
“Ballerinas of Cairo” blends photography and art in Egyptian streets
In a country like Egypt, though ballet is always considered a symbol of beauty, luxury, and smoothness, seeing a ballerina dancing in the crowded streets can be a cultural shock for many. Mohammed Taher, a photographer, producer, and director, decided to introduce ballet in the streets to the public, with the aim of shedding light …
In Pictures: Church bids farewell to victims of terrorism
A long night of funerals took place at Mar Girgis Church in Tanta, as more than 27 victims of the terrorist attack which left at least 70 others injured on Palm Sunday were mourned. A second attack on St. Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Alexandria, where Pope Tawadros II was giving a sermon, saw the …
In Pictures: Explosion at Saint Mark’s Church in Alexandria
At least 11 people were killed and 33 injured in an explosion at Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Church in Alexandria on Sunday, Ministry of Health spokesperson Khaled Megahed reported. The explosion occurred a few minutes after the departure of Coptic Orthodox Pope Tawadros II from the church. Media outlets reported that the head of the investigation …
Thailand’s legacy spreads among Egyptian fighters
Muay Thai: an ancient martial art that turned into an entertaining sport
Jabal Al-Halal: the old stronghold of terrorism
I have numerous memories that date back to the end of the 1990s in Jabal Al-Halal, located 60 kilometres south of Al-Arish. We visited the mountain a few days ago after the elimination of terrorists who used to take shelter in it until mid-February. It was named “Halal” because of the camels and sheep that …
India by the Nile celebrates 70 years of Egyptian-Indian diplomatic relations
We believe that the youth of Egypt will be the bridge between Egypt and India, says Indian ambassador to Egypt
Egypt turns dark for Earth Hour
We seek the help of developed countries to face climate change, says Minister of Environment
In Pictures: Al-Refa’i’ followers celebrate his birth in Qal’a
To celebrate the birth of the revered Sufi Ahmed Al-Refa’i, the founder of the Rifa’i Sufi order, dozens of people gathered in front of Sayeda Zeinab Mosque last Thursday to start a long march that ended in the afternoon at Ahmed El Refa’i Mosque in Al Qal’a Square. Lifting their distinguished flags and banners that …
In pictures: voting in Press Syndicate elections kicks off
Voting concludes at 7 pm
In Pictures: Prisoners pardoned by presidency released
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
Zebala Stores: movement towards awareness of importance of recycling
The initiative aims to provide financial resources to educate unprivileged children and the bedouins’ children in Egypt
Zahi Hawas defends the Ministry of Antiquities’ strategy in Ramses statue extraction
“If it’s not lifted that way, it will never be,” Hawas says, archaeologists deny
Japanese Film Week revives Japan’s “taste of life”
In its 21st round, the program witnesses screening top-hit food-themed Japanese films
Mahmoud Mokhtar Museum hosts “A Story of Her” Exhibition in March
In the presence of professor Khaled Sorour, head of the Fine Arts sector in Egypt, Mahmoud Mokhtar Museum hosts the “A Story of Her” exhibition of the leading artist Zeinab Nour, the associate professor at the Faculty of Fine Arts in Helwan University. The photography exhibition runs between 8 and 19 March at Renaissance …
Sun Pharma Ranbaxy opens its factory in Egypt
The event saw strong media coverage and was attended by the ambassador of India to Egypt and general manager for Egypt and rest of Middle East at Sun Pharma
“I Ikadolly” celebrates Valentine’s Day in the Nubian way
Although Nubia has always been an important part of Egypt, a lot of people do not have enough information about its history, roots, and traditions. Aiming to bridge the gap between Cairo and Nubia and spread Nubia’s distinctive culture and the origins of its language, a group of young Nubian men and women held the …
DNE test-drive 2017 Mazda 3
Advanced technological equipment and stylish interior
India aims at boosting economic ties with Egypt
Under the umbrella of President Al-Sisi’s visit to India in September 2016, economic bilateral relations between both countries saw a more friendly approach
The unseen sides of Egypt
The top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers
The draw of the 2017 Basketball World Cup
Egypt placed in the second group with Germany, Puerto Rico, and Lithuania
El-Gouna International Squash Open, Orascom Development PSA Women’s World Championship to be held in El-Gouna
El-Gouna Squash Open is one of the seven biggest international squash tournaments
President Al-Sisi receives Egyptian football team upon its arrival from Gabon
Despite Egypt’s loss to Cameroon in the 2017 AFCON, streets were crowded with people after the match; supporting, cheering for the Egyptian team
In Pictures: March held at Cairo University on Arab Women’s Day
Cairo University held a march on Wednesday on the occasion of Arab Women’s Day, celebrated on 1 February. The march was organised by the university president and the National Council for Women Rights in solidarity with displaced and refugee women in the Arab region. The purpose of the Arab Women’s Day is to assure the …
Kanzy El-Defrawy wins Bahl and Gaynor Cincinnati Gayor Squash Cup
El-Defrawy’s victory comes after a hard-fought match against her compatriot Zeina Mickawy
Julianne Courtice wins 2017 Edinburgh Sports Club Squash Open
Egypt’s Menna Hamed was the runner up