Culture
Swiss organization designs mannequins for people with disabilities
December 13, 2013
Swiss organization designs mannequins for people with disabilities
Pro Infirmis, a Swiss organization defending people with disabilities, called designed mannequins for people with disabilities, under the slogan “Because who…
This day in History: women’s rights pioneer Huda Shaarawy died in 1947
December 12, 2013
This day in History: women’s rights pioneer Huda Shaarawy died in 1947
On this day today, 12 November 1947, Huda Shaarawy died. She is considered the pioneer of women's renaissance and social activism in…
15-year anniversary exhibit opens at Townhouse Gallery
December 11, 2013
15-year anniversary exhibit opens at Townhouse Gallery
This month, Townhouse Gallery in Downtown Cairo celebrates its 15-year anniversary with three new exhibits, including pieces from reputable local…
Opera House remembers 39th anniversary of Farid al-Atrash’s death
December 11, 2013
Opera House remembers 39th anniversary of Farid al-Atrash’s death
The Opera House will stage a concert next Thursday in commemoration of the 39th anniversary of artist Farid al-Atrash’s death.…
Egyptian-Russian celebration at the Opera House
December 11, 2013
Egyptian-Russian celebration at the Opera House
The 70-year anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Egypt and Russia will be commemorated at the Opera House…
Luxor film festival of African liberation, leaders’ families invited
December 10, 2013
Luxor film festival of African liberation, leaders’ families invited
The Luxor Festival for the African Cinema announced on Tuesday the launching of a new section for movies carrying the…
Culture Ministry celebrates Arabic language day
December 8, 2013
Culture Ministry celebrates Arabic language day
The Egyptian Ministry of Culture will celebrate United Nations Arabic Language Day on 18 December. The Ministry made a comprehensive and…
Six officials punished for theft of archaeological site
December 5, 2013
Six officials punished for theft of archaeological site
An official source at the Ministry of State for Antiquities said a decision was issued yesterday transferring six officials responsible…
UNESCO welcomes Egypt’s suggestion to build museum science center in Cairo
December 5, 2013
UNESCO welcomes Egypt’s suggestion to build museum science center in Cairo
UNESCO has welcomed Egypt’s suggestion to build a museum science center in Cairo under its auspices. Minister of State for Antiquities…
Two Russian tourists detained for filming Pyramids area
December 4, 2013
Two Russian tourists detained for filming Pyramids area
Security at the pyramid area found two Russian tourists filming some of the stones scattered in the western side of…