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How Shahira Fahmy Went from Award-Winning Egyptian Architect to Cannes Actress
LIFESTYLE

CairoScene Eid Guide 2017

23 Jun 2017
We've scouted and searched for decades so we could bring forth everything happening this Eid in one comprehensive guide. You're welcome. [...]
This Photographer Traveled Across Egypt to Create Insane Light Paintings
ARTS & CULTURE

In Bed with Ahmed Malek, A Reluctant Star in the Making

22 Jun 2017
Egyptian actor Ahmed Malek opens up about his struggle to reconcile his artistic integrity with his newfound fame, and the trappings of success. [...]
Acacia and Sinaptik Crew to Turn Dahab into a Stereophonic Bubble on the 27th
ARTS & CULTURE

9 Gorgeous Photos of Worshippers during Night Prayers at Cairo's Iconic Sultan Hassan Mosque

25 Jun 2017
While you were sleeping, Egyptian photographer Mohamed Khaled's lens was shuttering and capturing breathtaking moments of Muslim worshippers performing night prayers at the illustrious Sultan Hassan Mosque. [...]
Social Media Day in Egypt Launches at the GrEEK Campus on July 8th and It's the Biggest Yet
LIFESTYLE

7 Vintage Photos of Eid Before Sahel Took Over

25 Jun 2017
Gone are the days when making kahk was a family affair. [...]
9 Internationally Renowned Egyptian Football Players
Listicles

9 Internationally Renowned Egyptian Football Players

26 Jun 2017
These players are representing and keeping our heads high in foreign lands. [...]
This Photographer Traveled Across Egypt to Create Insane Light Paintings
ARTS & CULTURE

This Photographer Traveled Across Egypt to Create Insane Light Paintings

26 Jun 2017
Ahmed Zaher has been creating Egyptian stories using torches, a camera, and his imagination. [...]
Acacia and Sinaptik Crew to Turn Dahab into a Stereophonic Bubble on the 27th
SCENE NOISE

Acacia and Sinaptik Crew to Turn Dahab into a Stereophonic Bubble on the 27th

25 Jun 2017
A massive three day celebration featuring a slew of local and international electronic music talents. [...]
Social Media Day in Egypt Launches at the GrEEK Campus on July 8th and It's the Biggest Yet
Business

Social Media Day in Egypt Launches at the GrEEK Campus on July 8th and It's the Biggest Yet

25 Jun 2017
It's set to bring together regional digital media professionals, social media enthusiasts, and business owners in the rapidly-growing social media industry across the region. [...]
BREAKING: Fire Breaks Out in Giza Zoo
BUZZ

BREAKING: Fire Breaks Out in Giza Zoo

25 Jun 2017
The reason behind the tragic fire is still unknown. [...]
The Accidental Magic of Omar Souleyman
SCENE NOISE

The Accidental Magic of Omar Souleyman

24 Jun 2017
The Syrian artist has just released his latest album, 'To Syria, With Love', and is set to perform in Jordan on July 7th. [...]
9 Movies You Can't Miss This Eid
ARTS & CULTURE

9 Movies You Can't Miss This Eid

24 Jun 2017
Most people foolishly go to the beach for Eid, never ever setting their eyes on the silver screen for the full three days. Only those who are true and loyal to the great traditions of Eid el-Fitr make the trip to the multiplex. [...]
Week Month Year

17-Year-Old Egyptian-American Muslim Girl Beaten to Death and Dumped in a Pond in Virginia

From comedienne Mindy Kaling to Minister Bernice King, can the outpouring of public support and sympathy to America's Muslim community [...]

BREAKING: Fire Breaks Out in Giza Zoo

The reason behind the tragic fire is still unknown. [...]

In Bed with Ahmed Malek, A Reluctant Star in the Making

Egyptian actor Ahmed Malek opens up about his struggle to reconcile his artistic integrity with his newfound fame, and the trappings of [...]

Sahel's Martin's Beach Club Relaunches Exclusively at BO Islands Next Weekend

The notorious beach club is going all out this year with their season opener party. [...]

Everything You Need to Know About the 38 Ramadan Mosalsals On Your TV Screen This Year

From the casts to the channels they'll be aired on, here are the mosalsalat you need to plan your Ramadan schedule around. [...]

“They Call Us Black and Filthy”: Sudanese Refugees in Egypt, Trapped Between Racism and Violence

Having escaped the “most successful genocide in a century”, Sudanese refugees seek shelter in Egypt, only to find themselves the agonised [...]

Egyptian Students Create an App to Rescue Street Animals

The ambitious app, set to launch in June, aims to keep malnourished and abused animals off the streets across Egypt, by connecting users to [...]

Egyptian Startup Elmenus Scores a $1.5 Million Investment: Here's the Man Behind it All

With over 1 million monthly users across the country, the popular food platform has secured a $1.5 million round from Algebra Ventures, in [...]

National Geographic's DNA Analysis Concludes that Egyptians are Only 17% Arab

National Geographic answers the age-old question of whether Egyptians are genetically Arab or North African? Can you guess how much of [...]

Jordan Removes Religion from New Smart ID Cards

Jordan's new smart IDs will no longer indicate the cardholder's religion. [...]

US Porn Studio Issues Casting Call for Auditions in Egypt

Casting starts next week for a three-week Pharaonic-themed production in the Los Angeles, California in June. [...]

Saudi Teenage YouTube Star Arrested For 'Unethical Behaviour'

Saudi YouTube sensation Abo Sin has been arrested on charges of 'unethical behaviour' over a video of him flirting with an American girl on [...]

BREAKING: Fire Breaks Out in Giza Zoo

The reason behind the tragic fire is still unknown. [...]

Sahel's Martin's Beach Club Relaunches Exclusively at BO Islands Next Weekend

The notorious beach club is going all out this year with their season opener party. [...]

7 Vintage Photos of Eid Before Sahel Took Over

Gone are the days when making kahk was a family affair. [...]

9 Gorgeous Photos of Worshippers during Night Prayers at Cairo's Iconic Sultan Hassan Mosque

While you were sleeping, Egyptian photographer Mohamed Khaled's lens was shuttering and capturing breathtaking moments of Muslim [...]

9 Internationally Renowned Egyptian Football Players

These players are representing and keeping our heads high in foreign lands. [...]

This Photographer Traveled Across Egypt to Create Insane Light Paintings

Ahmed Zaher has been creating Egyptian stories using torches, a camera, and his imagination. [...]

9 Gorgeous Photos of Worshippers during Night Prayers at Cairo's Iconic Sultan Hassan Mosque

While you were sleeping, Egyptian photographer Mohamed Khaled's lens was shuttering and capturing breathtaking moments of Muslim [...]

Acacia and Sinaptik Crew to Turn Dahab into a Stereophonic Bubble on the 27th

A massive three day celebration featuring a slew of local and international electronic music talents. [...]

Editor's Picks
5 Frustrating Things Every Newly Married Egyptian Woman Hears

5 Frustrating Things Every Newly Married Egyptian Woman Hears

19 Jun 2017
Are you married? When are you having a baby? [...]
"My Sons Took Everything and Left Me to Live on the Streets" Egypt's Homeless Tell Their Stories

"My Sons Took Everything and Left Me to Live on the Streets" Egypt's Homeless Tell Their Stories

15 Jun 2017
You see them curled up against the city's walls, like a by-product of urban life or a cautionary tale. We partner up with #MO4Good, bearing witness to the stories of the people they once were and how, with a little help from local NGO Ma3ana, their old selves are coming back to life. [...]
Observations of a Woman in Cairo: On Virginity and Patriarchy

Observations of a Woman in Cairo: On Virginity and Patriarchy

16 Jun 2017
In her CairoScene debut, Hana K. explores the patriarchal notion that drive Egyptian society's sexism and our seemingly inherent misogyny. [...]
SCENE TV
How Shahira Fahmy Went from Award-Winning Egyptian Architect to Cannes Actress

How Shahira Fahmy Went from Award-Winning Egyptian Architect to Cannes Actress

01 Jun 2017
We catch up with the multi-talented architect-turned-actress at a villa she designed herself to discuss her rise to stardom, divorce from architecture, and one of her latest movies, La Camera De Claire, in which she stars alongside Oscar-Nominated actress Isabel Huppert, which premiered at Cannes. [...]
Egypt's Torture Museum to Open on June 26th
ARTS & CULTURE

Egypt's Torture Museum to Open on June 26th

21 Jun 2017
The torture museum, opening once a year, is said to display torture historian Mohamed Abdel-Wahab’s personal collection of torture devices. [...]
Techstars Launches New MENA Accelerator Program to Be Hosted in Dubai
Business

Techstars Launches New MENA Accelerator Program to Be Hosted in Dubai

21 Jun 2017
The worldwide entrepreneurship network is focusing on the Middle East with a brand new accelerator program, jointly sponsored by major UAE contracting firm GINCO. [...]
#GetScene: 7 Awesome Instagram Photos This Week
ARTS & CULTURE

#GetScene: 7 Awesome Instagram Photos This Week

23 Jun 2017
Another week, another batch of incredible photos that deserve to be seen. Make sure to use #GetScene on your best pictures for a chance to be featured next week! [...]
Tap East and Tap Maadi Are Sending Ramadan Off with a Jam-Packed Eid Lineup
BUZZ

Tap East and Tap Maadi Are Sending Ramadan Off with a Jam-Packed Eid Lineup

23 Jun 2017
The Tap East and the Tap Maadi have big plans for Eid week that are enough to make you want to stay in Cairo, the city of a bajillion tuk tuks. [...]
Sahel's Martin's Beach Club Relaunches Exclusively at BO Islands Next Weekend
LIFESTYLE

Sahel's Martin's Beach Club Relaunches Exclusively at BO Islands Next Weekend

22 Jun 2017
The notorious beach club is going all out this year with their season opener party. [...]
Egyptian Musician JuneO Is Making Waves All the Way from Tampa, Florida
SCENE NOISE

Egyptian Musician JuneO Is Making Waves All the Way from Tampa, Florida

22 Jun 2017
Egyptian artist JuneO is one to look out for. [...]
OPPO Launches the World's First Ever Dual Selfie Camera in Egypt
Geek

OPPO Launches the World's First Ever Dual Selfie Camera in Egypt

22 Jun 2017
Fitting everyone you know in one group selfie is business as usual with the OPPO F3. [...]
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Funtasia ft. DJ Carolina K @ Tabla North

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Ten Ibiza @ Elements Club & Lounge

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27 Jun 2017
Aly El Haggar @ El Sawy Culturewheel

Aly El Haggar @ El Sawy Culturewheel

28 Jun 2017
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DJ Nada @ Eden Ibiza Sharm El Sheikh

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De La Swing, Abou Samra & Hafez @ Exit
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De La Swing, Abou Samra & Hafez @ Exit

Date: 6/26/2017
Time: 11:00pm - 3:00am
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White Opening Night @ 6IX Degrees
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White Opening Night @ 6IX Degrees

Date: 6/26/2017
Time: 10:00pm - 3:00am
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Fire & Roses @ Motion Club
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Fire & Roses @ Motion Club

Date: 6/26/2017
Time: 10:30pm - 5:00am
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Miesh @ Cairo Jazz Club
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Miesh @ Cairo Jazz Club

Date: 6/26/2017
Time: 10:00pm - 2:00am
Venue: Cairo Jazz Club
Mahmoud El Esseily @ TRUX
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Mahmoud El Esseily @ TRUX

Date: 6/26/2017
Time: 9:00pm - 4:00am
Venue: TRUX
Deep Sensation ft. Nada @ Color Beach Club
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Deep Sensation ft. Nada @ Color Beach Club

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Time: 11:30pm - 4:00am
Venue: Color Beach Club
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Funtasia ft. DJ Carolina K @ Tabla North

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Time: 9:00pm - 4:00am
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Al Asleyeen

Al Asleyeen

GENRE:

Drama

STARS:

Khaled El Sawy

SHOWING AT: Donia Porto Cairo Cinema Galaxy Galaxy Cineplex [...]
Antar Ibn Ibn Ibn Ibn Shaddad

Antar Ibn Ibn Ibn Ibn Shaddad

GENRE:

Comedy

STARS:

Mohamed Heneidi

SHOWING AT: Amir Cinema Cosmos Dandy Mall [...]
Horob Edterary

Horob Edterary

GENRE:

Action

STARS:

Ahmed El Sakka

SHOWING AT: Amir Cinema Bandar Cinema Maadi Cosmos El Amir [...]
Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge

Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge

GENRE:

Action

Adventure

STARS:

Johnny Depp

SHOWING AT: IMAX Plaza Cinema VOX Cinemas Egypt [...]
Tesba7 3la kheer

Tesba7 3la kheer

GENRE:

Drama

STARS:

Tamer Hosny

Dorra

SHOWING AT: Amir Cinema Bandar Cinema Maadi Cosmos Dandy Mall [...]
Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman

GENRE:

Action

Adventure

STARS:

Gal Gadot

SHOWING AT: IMAX Plaza Cinema VOX Cinemas Egypt [...]
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