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9 of Cairo's Balconies that are Bound to Make You look up More
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Weaving History: Get to Know the Schools Keeping Egypt's Carpet Weaving Tradition Alive

15 Aug 2018
Carpet weaving is a craft that has been used for centuries and has made it into modern Egypt despite globalisation and mass production. [...]
The Egyptian Who Hijacked a Plane to See his Ex-Wife in Cyprus in 2016 is Back in Egypt
BUZZ

Egypt Now Has an Official List of its Own 'Seven Wonders'

19 Aug 2018
Perhaps you want to go to travel to all seven wonders of the world, but don’t have the appropriate passport for it. [...]
Stranded in Cairo This Eid? Run into the Warm Embrace of CJC 610's Holiday Hurrah
BUZZ

Egyptian Football Club Pyramids FC Part Ways with Manager After Only 6 Weeks in Charge

19 Aug 2018
Touted as the man to lead Pyramids FC into an exciting future, Alberto Valentim has left under some rather unpleasant circumstances. [...]
Egypt’s New Cyber-Crime Law Officially Ratified
BUZZ

Egyptian Footballer Ahmed Hassan ‘Koka’ Signs for Greek Champions Olympiacos

19 Aug 2018
The 25 year-old calls time on a 7 year spell in Portugal. [...]
Holy Pilgrimages from Egypt to Mecca Drop Significantly in 2018
BUZZ

National Council for Women Reveals Intriguing Statistics Retrieved from Nes'alak App

18 Aug 2018
In an effort to give women more empowerment, the NCW and Baseera Centre have collaborated together on an open platform for women to voice their opinions. [...]
Luxor and Aswan Under Siege as Termites Plague Upper Egypt
BUZZ

Luxor and Aswan Under Siege as Termites Plague Upper Egypt

20 Aug 2018
Upper Egypt has been suffering from termites for years, but things have just began escalating, putting houses in great risk of collapsing. [...]
The Egyptian Who Hijacked a Plane to See his Ex-Wife in Cyprus in 2016 is Back in Egypt
BUZZ

The Egyptian Who Hijacked a Plane to See his Ex-Wife in Cyprus in 2016 is Back in Egypt

20 Aug 2018
Welcome to the rest of your prison sentence. [...]
Stranded in Cairo This Eid? Run into the Warm Embrace of CJC 610's Holiday Hurrah
BUZZ

Stranded in Cairo This Eid? Run into the Warm Embrace of CJC 610's Holiday Hurrah

20 Aug 2018
CJC 610 is celebrating its first Eid Al-Adha in style. [...]
Egypt’s New Cyber-Crime Law Officially Ratified
BUZZ

Egypt’s New Cyber-Crime Law Officially Ratified

19 Aug 2018
Better watch your virtual step from now on. [...]
Holy Pilgrimages from Egypt to Mecca Drop Significantly in 2018
BUZZ

Holy Pilgrimages from Egypt to Mecca Drop Significantly in 2018

19 Aug 2018
The number of Muslim Egyptians performing Umrah and Hajj this year, has dropped significantly due to rising fees and cost of living. [...]
Egyptian Puppeteers To Take Part in Russia's Prestigious International Puppet Carnival
BUZZ

Egyptian Puppeteers To Take Part in Russia's Prestigious International Puppet Carnival

18 Aug 2018
Unfortunately, Abla Fahita didn't make the cut. [...]
Week Month Year

Egypt Has Gone From ‘Crisis Zone’ to ‘Investor Haven’ According to Bloomberg Report

According to a report published by Bloomberg, Egypt’s economic situation is finally getting somewhat of an upper-hand in the global economy. [...]

THIS IS THE STORY OF SOHAG: Egypt's Forgotten Treasure Trove and its Brand New Museum

A land quite literally peppered with ancient history, Sohag’s archaeological depth is now in full bloom. [...]

Over Half a Million Tourists Visited Red Sea Resorts in July Alone

Come for the sea, stay for the seafood. [...]

You Will Now Be Able to Book Train Tickets in Egypt Using an App

Now if we could make sure they don’t get derailed… [...]

Egypt to Plant 1 Million Fruit Trees in Public Spaces Across The Country

Lemons, oranges and tangerines—Oh my! [...]

Egypt Has Gone From ‘Crisis Zone’ to ‘Investor Haven’ According to Bloomberg Report

According to a report published by Bloomberg, Egypt’s economic situation is finally getting somewhat of an upper-hand in the global economy. [...]

Egypt Bans Exports of All Raw Materials

Egypt's exports of raw materials accounts for a substantial part of the economy. [...]

Mental Health in Cairo: 5 Trustworthy Places to Ask for Help

It's okay not to be okay. [...]

Saudi Women No Longer Have to Wear the Abaya

Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman made the announcement on a Sunday interview with CBS. [...]

Cairo Ranked World's Most Dangerous City for Women

Cairo has been ranked the worst mega city for women in the world in terms of sexual violence, economic opportunities, harmful cultural [...]

5 of the Best Nurseries in Cairo

In Dokki, 6th of October, Heliopolis and New Cairo, these are the city's best nurseries. [...]

Egypt’s Newest Public Transport Service To Be Launched By Uber

Uber are planning a new operation set to serve all of Egypt’s governorates. [...]

Egypt Has Gone From ‘Crisis Zone’ to ‘Investor Haven’ According to Bloomberg Report

According to a report published by Bloomberg, Egypt’s economic situation is finally getting somewhat of an upper-hand in the global economy. [...]

Give Your Hair a Quick Glam Redo at TRESemmé's Seaside Salon Experience

Put your hair concerns away, because TRESemmé's quick fix booth is here to save the day. [...]

Egypt to Become Self-Sufficient in Natural Gas by January 2019

Egypt is becoming a regional hub for the trade of natural gas. [...]

Not Safe For Work: The Ins and Outs of Cairo's Modern Art Scene

Get your artsy fartsy pants on, because we're about to go for a contemporary ride. [...]

Luxor and Aswan Under Siege as Termites Plague Upper Egypt

Upper Egypt has been suffering from termites for years, but things have just began escalating, putting houses in great risk of collapsing. [...]

The Egyptian Who Hijacked a Plane to See his Ex-Wife in Cyprus in 2016 is Back in Egypt

Welcome to the rest of your prison sentence. [...]

Stranded in Cairo This Eid? Run into the Warm Embrace of CJC 610's Holiday Hurrah

CJC 610 is celebrating its first Eid Al-Adha in style. [...]

Egyptian Footballer Ahmed Hassan ‘Koka’ Signs for Greek Champions Olympiacos

The 25 year-old calls time on a 7 year spell in Portugal. [...]

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Egypt Has Gone From ‘Crisis Zone’ to ‘Investor Haven’ According to Bloomberg Report

Egypt Has Gone From ‘Crisis Zone’ to ‘Investor Haven’ According to Bloomberg Report

17 Aug 2018
According to a report published by Bloomberg, Egypt’s economic situation is finally getting somewhat of an upper-hand in the global economy. [...]
Not Safe For Work: The Ins and Outs of Cairo's Modern Art Scene

Not Safe For Work: The Ins and Outs of Cairo's Modern Art Scene

16 Aug 2018
Get your artsy fartsy pants on, because we're about to go for a contemporary ride. [...]
THIS IS THE STORY OF SOHAG: Egypt's Forgotten Treasure Trove and its Brand New Museum

THIS IS THE STORY OF SOHAG: Egypt's Forgotten Treasure Trove and its Brand New Museum

13 Aug 2018
A land quite literally peppered with ancient history, Sohag’s archaeological depth is now in full bloom. [...]
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9 of Cairo's Balconies that are Bound to Make You look up More

9 of Cairo's Balconies that are Bound to Make You look up More

12 Jan 2018
Photographer Alya Adel has been pointing her camera up towards Cairo's balconies to show how each one has its own story to tell. [...]
The Beach: A Hub of Family, Fun and Fitness in Sahel
BUZZ

The Beach: A Hub of Family, Fun and Fitness in Sahel

16 Aug 2018
The summer ain't over until it's over, and The Beach is squeezing every last drip of Sahel Season. [...]
Egypt to Become Self-Sufficient in Natural Gas by January 2019
BUZZ

Egypt to Become Self-Sufficient in Natural Gas by January 2019

16 Aug 2018
Egypt is becoming a regional hub for the trade of natural gas. [...]
New Art Programme Facilitates Cultural Exchange Between European and Arab Artists
BUZZ

New Art Programme Facilitates Cultural Exchange Between European and Arab Artists

18 Aug 2018
Shereen Badr, curator of Euro-Arab Artoday, began the one-year programme with symposiums and workshops on the arts. [...]
Egypt Plummet 20 Places in FIFA's World Rankings
BUZZ

Egypt Plummet 20 Places in FIFA's World Rankings

17 Aug 2018
The fallout of the World Cup nightmare continues. [...]
Get a Grand Quality Feast Delivered Straight to Your Door in Sahel
Eats

Get a Grand Quality Feast Delivered Straight to Your Door in Sahel

17 Aug 2018
With so few options for delivery by the sea, Crave more than makes up for it all. [...]
Egyptian Football Icons to Face World Legends in Cairo Exhibition Match in October
BUZZ

Egyptian Football Icons to Face World Legends in Cairo Exhibition Match in October

16 Aug 2018
Wait till you hear the names on this list... [...]
Give Your Hair a Quick Glam Redo at TRESemmé's Seaside Salon Experience
BUZZ

Give Your Hair a Quick Glam Redo at TRESemmé's Seaside Salon Experience

16 Aug 2018
Put your hair concerns away, because TRESemmé's quick fix booth is here to save the day. [...]
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SHOWING AT: Amir Cinema Bandar Cinema Maadi [...]
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