Life & Style
Novartis digs into health tech with bet on ‘robotic pill’
May 27, 2015
Novartis digs into health tech with bet on ‘robotic pill’
Swiss drugmaker Novartis is raising its bet on smart technology by collaborating with US start-up Rani Therapeutics on a “robotic…
US returns 25 stolen artefacts to Italy
May 27, 2015
US returns 25 stolen artefacts to Italy
The United States returned 25 stolen artefacts to Italy including ancient vases, frescoes and manuscripts that had been illegally removed…
Vodafone Egypt contributes $1.2 million to WFP
May 27, 2015
Vodafone Egypt contributes $1.2 million to WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a contribution by the Vodafone Egypt Foundation of US$1.2 million, from…
Australia makes its mark on global coffee culture
May 27, 2015
Australia makes its mark on global coffee culture
Australia is world-renowned for its love of beer. But its passion for a different type of brew -- coffee --…
Tahrir Square in the olden days
May 27, 2015
Tahrir Square in the olden days
Mahmoud owns a zincograph shop at Tahrir Square, where he spends more time than he does at home with his…
WHO shake-up approved after Ebola debacle
May 27, 2015
WHO shake-up approved after Ebola debacle
The World Health Organization got the go-ahead Tuesday for a sweeping shake-up, including a $100-million war chest to battle future…
Trial shows virus treatment effective against skin cancer
May 27, 2015
Trial shows virus treatment effective against skin cancer
A genetically modified herpes virus was effective in fighting skin cancer by infecting and destroying cancer cells as well as…
More more than four espressos a day can harm health: EU
May 27, 2015
More more than four espressos a day can harm health: EU
Drinking the caffeine equivalent of more than four espressos a day is harmful to health, especially for minors and pregnant…
Youth launches “Male’s Scream” campaign to defend women’s rights
May 27, 2015
Youth launches “Male’s Scream” campaign to defend women’s rights
A group of young adults have decided to launch a campaign that tackles women's issues and rights. Launched on the group’s…
Preventive measures to reduce breast cancer risks
May 26, 2015
Preventive measures to reduce breast cancer risks
On the occasion of the International Day of Action for Women's Health on May 28, the Egyptian Breast Cancer Foundation…