Life & Style
Future of Egypt tourism in Morsy’s hands
July 18, 2012
Future of Egypt tourism in Morsy’s hands
Fears over the establishment of hard-line policies under the new Islamist leadership have raised questions about the fate of Egypt’s…
Kalila and Dimna: Teaching children about Egypt’s rich culture
July 18, 2012
Kalila and Dimna: Teaching children about Egypt’s rich culture
Kalila and Dimna children’s bookstore and cultural center offers young people the chance to embark on an interactive cultural journey…
Faded grandeur: The Virginian may be Cairo’s best-kept secret and its most magnificent view
July 17, 2012
Faded grandeur: The Virginian may be Cairo’s best-kept secret and its most magnificent view
This may be the simplest review I have ever been asked to complete. My experience with this place is unilaterally…
Sun, sea and relaxation in Gouna
July 15, 2012
Sun, sea and relaxation in Gouna
The Red Sea town of Gouna feels like a world apart from the rest of Egypt. Even though its architecture…
One voice, many mosques: As call to prayer is unified, muezzins defy government orders
July 13, 2012
One voice, many mosques: As call to prayer is unified, muezzins defy government orders
Five times a day throughout Cairo, a group of mosque employees unplug small black boxes. Depending on who you ask,…
The future is orange: A sneak peek at this season’s runway trends
July 12, 2012
The future is orange: A sneak peek at this season’s runway trends
The world of fashion and glam changes color as the seasons turn. As tangerine and most hues of orange remain…
Sand and sea pilgrimage: A trip through the beaches of Marsa Alam
July 12, 2012
Sand and sea pilgrimage: A trip through the beaches of Marsa Alam
Marsa Alam is definitely one of Egypt’s most underrated destinations. Although many violations against the environment and its natural heritage…
World Population Day conference in Cairo highlights role of nurse-midwife
July 11, 2012
World Population Day conference in Cairo highlights role of nurse-midwife
With the world’s population now well over 7 billion, increased pressure is being put on global health resources and services,…
Cogs in the wheel: A day in the life of a Cairo bus driver
July 9, 2012
Cogs in the wheel: A day in the life of a Cairo bus driver
“If you get stuck in a traffic jam all the time and have no other job to get to, there…