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Gezira Sporting Club honours Farida Osman
At the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics, Egyptian swimming champion Farida Osman qualified for the semi-finals in the 100-metre freestyle, achieving a new African and Arab record. Osman also broke all records achieved by former Egyptian swimming champion Rania Elwany at the 1992 Barcelona Summer Olympics, 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics, and 2000 Sydney Summer …
Subsidised infants milk to be sold only in ministry outlets: Health Minister
Protesters did not know about new decree, says Health Minister
Egypt rhythmic gymnastics team acquire first place at the African Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship
The Egyptian national junior team, U16, won first place at the African Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship. The championship took place in Namibia, from 29 to 31 August, and the Egyptian team included Farida Nadir, Malak Sherif, Salma Khaled, Tia Diaa, and Nermin Khaled. In the individual competitions, Mariam Selim came in first place, Habiba Marzouk …
In Pictures: Lawyer Malek Adly walks free
Shubra El-Kheima court granted releases for both prominent rights lawyer Malek Adly and journalist Amr Badr, whose detention in separate incidents had stirred controversy among rights advocates. According to the Egyptian Center for Economic and Social Rights (ECESR), the appeals division in Shubra El-Kheima court is the same one that granted Adly a final …
The unseen sides of Egypt
Photography has always been a form of stating reality. It’s the window through which people can look into the lives of others and the portrait that displays their daily life events. While media portals are filled with pictures taken by famous photographers, many unknown talents use tools as simple as their mobile cameras to …
In Pictures: Rally at High Court demanding rights for Coptic citizens
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
In Pictures: Al-Sisi, top officials bid farewell to Nobel laureate Zewail
A military funeral was held on Sunday morning for late Nobel prize winner Ahmed Zewail. The funeral was attended by President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and top state officials. It was held in New Cairo at the Hussein Tantawy mosque. The prime minister, ministers of defence and foreign affairs, Al-Azhar’s grand imam, and the parliament speaker …
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Marsa Matrouh: the city of serenity
Over the past few days, heat waves have begun to blast Egypt, causing people to suffer heat stroke and exhaustion. Since the beginning of August, the hottest month of the year, people started to escape town and head to the seaside, looking for relaxation. While most citizens head to the North Coast, Hurghada, and …
In Pictures: Ahmed Zewail’s Funeral Preparations
The funeral will be held Sunday 7 of August 2016 Photos by Mohamed Omar
In Pictures: Al-Sisi in Ismailia for Suez Canal project anniversary celebrations
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In Pictures: Dotmsr journalists protest mass layoff
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
In Pictures: Leading Egyptian director Mohamed Khan dies at 73
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
Generations of crafting silver: inside a 200 year-old workshop
Imagine the life of someone who was raised up among silver ornaments and elaborate sketches. Many families in Egypt have dedicated their days and years to shower the country, and the world, with intricate jewellery and captivating accessories. While some Egyptians have entered the silver crafting business in recent decades, others have had the …
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In Pictures: Israeli flag burned at Press Syndicate protest
Photos by Asmaa Gamal
Egyptian graffiti artists launch ‘Gedary’ initiative in Damietta
More than 25 murals were painted to beautify the rural grey village, says founder
Muslims spend ’Laylet al-Qadr’ seeking mercy and forgiveness
This year, Ramadan’s last Friday was the 27th day of the holy month, what is known as Leylet al-Qadr (the night of power). In Islam, Laylet al-Qadr is the night the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. According to the Quran, that night is the greatest night of the year and any adoration …
In Pictures: Students protest exam delays at Press Syndicate
Reports of the religious studies exam leak surfaced Wednesday morning
Ramadan in El-Hussein: a long-standing tradition
Though El-Hussein is a popular spot, boasting many restaurants and eateries, the increasing number of everyday visitors during Ramadan results in eateries ‘stuffed to the rafters’ an hour before Iftar
Imbaba’s fish market: the journey of buying seafood in Cairo
Cairo’s famous fish market is witnessing a low turnout this Ramadan, as many Egyptians prefer meat and chicken for their iftar tables
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In Pictures: Thanaweya Amma students stage protest against Ministry of Education
Fanous Ramadan: more than just a lantern
I inherited the craft from my father and I teach my children about it so that the art form may survive my death, says one fanous maker
In Pictures: Kasr El-Dobara Evangelical Church holds Iftar in downtown Cairo
In Pictures: Tarawih prayers: cleansing the soul
Photos by Amr Al-Malky
Halal tourism: a growing trend for Muslim travellers
Konya, Turkey hosted the second international halal tourism conference earlier this month
In Pictures: Fire breaks out in old Cairo neighbourhood of Al-Khalifa
Photos by Mahmoud Nasr
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Ramadan preparations: anticipating joy of the holy month overcomes social torment
The streets are decorated with lights and colourful lanterns. People greet each other with smiles and wait for any interaction between them to say kul sena wa enta tayeb (used during the holy month to mean “Happy Ramadan”)
Swiss Embassy in Egypt celebrates Omar Gaber’s transfer to the Swiss club of FC Basel
To bid farewell to the talented Egyptian football star, Omar Gaber, who played to the Zamalek SC, the Ambassador of Switzerland, Markus Leitner, hosted a dinner to celebrate his transfer to the Swiss club of FC Basel. The dinner, which was also attended by Egypt’s celebrated football players, such as Mahmoud Abdel Moneim “Kahraba,” …
In Pictures: Puyol visits Egypt to promote tourism
The legendary Spanish player Carles Puyol arrived to Cairo, where he was escorted by Al Ahram Beverages team on a tour to the Pyramids with his wife, and the Spanish media delegation. Photos handout from Al Ahram Beverages Company (ABC)
Weightlifter Mohamed Helal: a story to be carried through generations
Helal began treatment for the tumour in April 2008 at Children Cancer Hospital 57357. As the journey to recovery started with the chemotherapy, which lasted for two years, it was difficult and exhausting.
In Pictures: EgyptAir MS804 Candles lit at the press syndicate to mourn victims of the crash
Photos by Asmaa Gamal