Life & Style
No more pencils, no more books: School supplies are getting more costly
October 22, 2012
No more pencils, no more books: School supplies are getting more costly
Going back to school has been taking a toll on family budgets as school supply prices hit parents’ pockets even…
Ride to change lives: Harley Davidson parades to support World Food Program
October 21, 2012
Ride to change lives: Harley Davidson parades to support World Food Program
Charity work along with bikers in leather jackets were the order of the day at the Arkan Mall in…
Are you man enough? Men on both sides of fight against harassment
October 18, 2012
Are you man enough? Men on both sides of fight against harassment
Since one of the country's first anti-sexual harassment protests in May, many men have taken part. To them, it seems…
In conservative climate, some fear greater tolerance of female circumcision
October 16, 2012
In conservative climate, some fear greater tolerance of female circumcision
The day a girl is circumcised is often remembered as her “black day,” according to the National Council for Childhood…
Cairo students explain what they do after the bell rings
October 15, 2012
Cairo students explain what they do after the bell rings
You might expect children to be upset that the new school year has begun, but some are far from it.…
No more birds and bees: A lack of information in schools could harm the public’s sexual health
October 14, 2012
No more birds and bees: A lack of information in schools could harm the public’s sexual health
Two years after the Education Ministry removed the entire sexual and reproductive health chapters from the national curriculum, studies show…
How low can you go: Record-holding deep diver sees the world 330 meters down
October 10, 2012
How low can you go: Record-holding deep diver sees the world 330 meters down
Pascal Bernabe arrived in Dahab last week to train technical divers who venture more than 150 meters deep. With a…
Tamara Lebanese Bistro is always busy and for good reason
October 9, 2012
Tamara Lebanese Bistro is always busy and for good reason
Tamara Lebanese Bistro in Citystars mall has one of the best menus for Lebanese cuisine in the city. Although still…
Holiday in Hurghada
October 5, 2012
Holiday in Hurghada
When it comes to first impressions, Hurghada might not score the highest points, especially when you compare it with its…
Egypt’s school system: Taking a look at schools, their curricula, and accreditation
October 5, 2012
Egypt’s school system: Taking a look at schools, their curricula, and accreditation
According to UNICEF, 95.4 percent of the population in Egypt aged between six and 18 years old is enrolled in…