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Cellphones a 'possible' carcinogen, like coffee
A panel of scientists label cellphones as possible cancer-causing agents, putting them in the same category as the pesticide DDT, gasoline engine exhaust and coffee
Does aspirin cut deaths? New study clouds picture
Despite a lot of excitement about aspirin, scientists can't seem to agree on whether the drug helps healthy people live longer
Vertex hepatitis C drug OK'd, promising more cures
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc's highly anticipated hepatitis C drug won U.S. approval, promising far higher cure rates for the liver-destroying disease
Most women don't need vitamin A pills: study
A new study from Bangladesh has experts concluding that most of the world's women don't need vitamin A supplements
Scientists find genetic link to depression
Scientists say they have discovered the first solid evidence that variations in some peoples' genes may cause depression -- one of the world's most common and costly mental illnesses
Fewer behavior problems for breastfed kids: study
Babies who are breastfed are less likely to grow into children with behavior problems by the time they reach the age of five than those who receive formula
Albinos murdered or raped
Hundreds of albinos are thought to have been killed for black magic purposes in Tanzania and albino girls are being raped because of a belief they offer a cure for AIDS
Researchers hope twins unlock AIDS mysteries
A set of identical twin boys are both HIV-positive, but one of them is 5 years behind the other in growth and BYU researchers hope that unlocking the ‘why’ will help advance AIDS research in general
What to do about ants in your house
Even if scientifically they are beneficial, ants in the house can get annoying so Ahram Online speaks with experts on Egypt’s ants to give you a hint for how to deal with them  
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Does work interfere with breastfeeding?
The sooner a new mother goes back to work after giving birth, the less likely she is to breastfeed her baby, according to a U.S. study
Short wait for breast cancer surgery seems safe
Women newly diagnosed with earlier-stage breast cancer can take a few weeks to prepare for surgery without raising the odds that their tumor will progress, a new study suggests
Embedding, a severe type of self-harm
In a new study this week, doctors describe a form of self-injury among teenagers called self-embedding, which involves inserting objects into the skin or muscle
The Zen Conference proves holistic fitness is on the rise in Egypt
The 2nd Zen conference in Egypt sees increasing attention to soul-enriching, healthy lifestyle and fitness techniques, leaving international instructors impressed
Do video games make your kids eat more?
An hour spent playing video games may make teenage boys eat more over the rest of the day, a small study suggests

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Fashion
Bids soar for princess's "toilet seat" wedding hat
The much-mocked hat worn by Princess Beatrice to Britain's royal wedding last month -- widely described as looking like a "toilet seat" -- is up for sale on eBay where bids have reached 18,400 pounds ($29,940)

Fashion changes too fast these days: Pierre Cardin
Today's fashion designers change styles much too fast, partly due to twice-yearly collections, making it harder to create couture that lasts for years, designer Pierre Cardin said

Honeysuckle is the colour for 2011!!
The reddish pink shade lights a fire to your senses

Food
Experience Kempinski's luxurious "Floor 10" dishes at home
Kempinski Nile Hotel's executive chef Holger Jackisch presents a delightful three course meal.


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