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Police forces return to Al-Azhar University
Menna Zaki, Hend Kortam and Joel GulhaneDemonstrations at university organised in response to the death of Alexandria University student Omar Al-Sharif
Libyan tribal leaders gather in Cairo for unity talks
Joel GulhaneEgyptian foreign minister meets Arab League envoy to discuss Libya’s political path
Al-Sisi stresses independence of judiciary in Al Jazeera case
Daily News EgyptPresident says foreign journalists guilty of crimes should be deported
Supreme Electoral Commission urges voters to verify data
Menan KhaterDate for upcoming parliamentary elections yet to be set
ANHRI condemns cut-off on live talk show
Hend KortamThe ministries of Housing and Education both say they had no involvement in the decision to take the show off the air
Endowments ministry inspectors granted right of civilian arrests
Menan KhaterMinistry is trying to hold religious entities in its grip: Researchers
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Freedom and Justice Party submits formal objection against party’s dissolution
Kenneth ChangpertitumParty lawyer says ban "contradicts Egyptian law"
7 sentenced to death on terrorism-related charges
Daily News EgyptConvictions stem from March raid that ended in the death of two military officers
Alleged drug trafficker killed by security forces in Qaliubiya
Kenneth ChangpertitumSecurity forces in search for other suspect involved in incident
Al-Sisi travels to Alexandria to oversee naval exercises
Daily News EgyptAl-Bader exercises mark anniversary of sinking of Israeli destroyer Eliat in 1967
Shoukry meets EU human rights envoy ahead of review
Daily News EgyptEgyptian foreign minister stresses importance of building legal system based on equality
36 referred to court for forming ‘terrorist’ group
Daily News EgyptPolice arrested 22 members, including the founder, with remaining 14 still at large
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New law regulating National Authority for Tunnels expected: Chairman
Daily News EgyptLegislation expected to allocate more transfer resources to the authority and allow it to form companies, says El Nagdy
Agreement signed to begin phase 1 of Arabtec project before year’s end
Daily News EgyptSubsidiaries formed by Arabtec to implement the project, says Ministry of Housing
Ministry of Finance refuses to finance import of liquefied gas
Daily News EgyptBy Ahmed Tolba A meeting will be held in the coming days between officials from the ministries of Oil, Finance, and Electricity to agree on a solution ...
Security guard companies demand judicial seizure and arming of security personnel
Daily News EgyptVice chairman of the Division of Security Services, said that Falcon Group's crisis has caught the interest of all security guard companies and caused them to ...
Business community rejects independent trade unions
Doaa FaridEgyptian Federation for Independent Trade Unions member says business community should not decide for the workers on representation
Communications ministry aims for broadband services for 90% of Internet users
Daily News EgyptAccording to a ministry official, the Internet speed users will enjoy is expected to reach up to 25MB.
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Communications Ministry aims to increase sector GDP to EGP 195bn
Daily News EgyptThe number of indirect jobs the sector will provide is set to increase from 45,000 to 750,000 by the end of 2020, according to the official.
TE’s relationship with Vodafone still uncertain
Daily News EgyptLintatel for Telecommunications CEO and Chamber of Information Technology and Telecommunication (CIT) Board Member Hamdy El-Leithy said TE separating from Vodafone represents a government-owned company offering ...
2014 sees significant investment, acquisitions in mobile phone sector
Daily News EgyptSmartphones leading source of growth in Egypt
2 Egyptian companies ranked in 10 most expensive brands in Arab telecommunications
Saudi Arabia’s STC topped the ranking with its brands worth $4.9bn, while Telecom Egypt and Mobinil ranked ninth and tenth
Defence ministry to gain ruling share of communications infrastructure
Daily News EgyptGovernment and sovereign agencies will obtain the ruling share of the national infrastructure of communications, Gamal El-Sadat, CEO of Etisalat Egypt, said.
Reopening stalled factories via ‘Google maps’
Hend El-BeharyA total of 4,500 factories to resume operations in Egypt, says economic expert
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Initiative produces biodiesel from used cooking oil
Marwa MorganGreen Pan collects used vegetable oil from restaurants, hotels and houses to produce up to 2 tonnes of biodiesel daily
University students creating and launching android apps
Daily News EgyptTREE student programme training undergraduates to produce mobile applications
Reshaping body image
Daily News EgyptA student uses her talent to draw portraits for overweight girls showing them wearing bright colourful dresses, bikinis, skinny t-shirts, encouraging a more positive self-image
Egypt’s alternative therapists
Daily News EgyptEnergy therapy techniques are used to treat most of psychological and organic diseases such as depression, diabetes, cancer, scoliosis and back pain and many others
Students propose recycled building material as solution to slum housing problem
Marwa MorganDevelopment project aims to build a community centre out of cheap, durable material
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Trayvon Martin inspires gallery display in Zamalek
Kenneth ChangpertitumMona Marzouk uses politically loaded themes to provoke dialogue
Theatre performance depicts ‘stories of empty stomachs’
Marwa MorganGroup of volunteer performers present true stories of detainees on hunger strike to protest against their “inhumane treatment” in prison
Royal Museum of Jewellery reopens for first time since 25 January Revolution
Daily News EgyptThe museum includes 1,045 archaeological pieces that belonged to Egyptian royalty
Tourists return to Egypt after 3 years of turbulence
Daily News EgyptQuestions remain whether enough is being done to make Egypt a top destination for travellers once more
Literary competition promotes ‘Unsold Stories’ of struggling artists
Daily News EgyptThe competition, which is open till 1 December, accepts entries of short stories ranging 1500 and 5000 words. Five Stories will be published in Rowayat’s next ...
ROOM organises a week of classic movie nights
Daily News EgyptAmerican and Egyptian films such as Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Casablanca, E.T., and Eshae’et Hob (Love Rumour) will be shown as a part of the programme
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Mixed scenarios play out for runaway Brotherhood members
Marwa Al-A'sarAfter seven leading Muslim Brotherhood leaders announced on 12 September that they would depart their longtime ally, Qatar, diverse scenarios were raised as to the reasons ...
Egypt redirects US military relationships
Menan Khater and Adham YoussefGovernment’s anti-terrorism statements believed to be for “media consumption”, expert says
Will Egyptians restore their sense of security?
Daily News EgyptEgypt faces increased militancy and crime following 25 January Revolution
Electoral coalitions gear up for uncertain parliamentary elections
Adham YoussefCoalitions and parties reflect on elections amid calls for postponement
Will the Muslim Brotherhood resurface under new umbrella?
Daily News EgyptBy Marwa Al-A'sar Ever since the downfall of the Muslim Brotherhood, a looming question has been raised: will the group return to political life under ...
Intra-Africa trade: Going beyond political commitments
Daily News EgyptProgress will come when agreements are implemented
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History, culture, and scenic grandeur on Mount Catherine
Eduard CousinBesides the beautiful landscape of mountains, wadis and canyons, the traditional Bedouin society is a large part of the beauty of Saint Catherine.
Eid travel: Discover something new this year
Daily News EgyptHere are a few ideas to help you relax and a hide away from the crowds
Once-leading Red Sea oceanography institute now lifeless
Aya NaderTourism restrictions, legal dispute keep visitors from discovering mermaid mysteries and underwater secrets
Walking with the Bedouins
Aya NaderSleep under the starry heavens and get to know the desert dwellers
Tourism Assistance Fund aiming for 25% annual returns: Investment manager
Daily News EgyptEgypt’s Tourism Assistance Fund is looking for annual returns of 25% on investments, or $250m in the first phase of underwriting, according to Amr Askar, investment ...
Tax Authority agrees with tourism industry to divide new tax into installments: chairman
Daily News EgyptInstallments will be based on each company’s circumstances
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Egypt Cup goes to Al-Zamalek, Smouha left empty-handed
Eduard CousinAlexandria’s Smouha mourns after league loss; miss out on cup title, beaten by Cairo giant Al-Zamalek in final
Egyptian football roundup: Smouha and Al-Zamalek in Egypt Cup final
Eduard CousinPremier League winners Al-Ahly eliminated in semi-finals by Alexandrian side Smouha
Egyptian football roundup: Al-Ahly and Al-Zamalek in Egypt Cup semi-finals
Eduard CousinAfter narrow victories in quarterfinals, Cairo giants meet Smouha and Wadi Degla in semis
Germany crowned world champions in Brazil
Eduard CousinExtra time goal Götze stuns Argentina and delivers Die Mannschaft fourth World Cup title
World Cup 2014 – Brazil’s dream turns into 7 goal nightmare
Joel Gulhane and Eduard CousinFirst semi-final produces shocking result to send Germany through to the final
Egyptian football roundup: Al-Ahly triumph earns 8th successive title
Eduard CousinRed Devils extend their list of trophies winning 37th league title after 0-0 draw with Smouha