Society
A natural remedy: Head to a spa or massage parlor to relieve your stress
April 14, 2013
A natural remedy: Head to a spa or massage parlor to relieve your stress
Just as fast as restaurants are opening in Zamalek, yoga, meditation and massage centers are picking up in popularity acorss…
Something for everyone: Cairo Flea Market is gaining in popularity
April 4, 2013
Something for everyone: Cairo Flea Market is gaining in popularity
The Cairo Flea Market is becoming an increasingly popular destination for those seeking to buy secondhand items and hidden treasures.…
Walking group discovers city’s lesser-known sites
April 1, 2013
Walking group discovers city’s lesser-known sites
It’s 10 am Friday and Tahrir Square is quiet and empty. A bit further from the square, in downtown Cairo,…
Women only: Will a segregated transport system solve or perpetuate the problem?
March 28, 2013
Women only: Will a segregated transport system solve or perpetuate the problem?
“Women only,” a driver’s assistant calls out loudly, while expertly hanging out the door of a microbus on the corner…
Style Treasure celebrates Mother’s Day
March 21, 2013
Style Treasure celebrates Mother’s Day
Last Saturday, a team from the online boutique Style Treasure celebrated Mother’s Day at Sofitel Cairo El Gezira Hotel with…
International Women’s Day: Through the eyes of Soheir
March 17, 2013
International Women’s Day: Through the eyes of Soheir
Though I’ve managed to overcome many of the challenges that face women in the patriarchal society in which we…
A world of difference: United World Colleges help Egyptian students step out
March 15, 2013
A world of difference: United World Colleges help Egyptian students step out
Not many Egyptians are able to move out of their parents’ home aged 16. In fact, most Egyptians continue to…
Egyptian female martial artists break norms and reap the benefit: Self-defense and confidence
March 14, 2013
Egyptian female martial artists break norms and reap the benefit: Self-defense and confidence
Mira Nassif, former Egyptian judo champion, master’s student and small-business owner, credits judo for her current success. “The courage to…
Amid hardship, migration becomes popular
March 11, 2013
Amid hardship, migration becomes popular
With the dire economic situation, current political instability and increasing sectarian strife becoming part of everyday living and conversation, many…
International Women’s Day in Egypt: Three profiles
March 8, 2013
International Women’s Day in Egypt: Three profiles
International Women’s Day, celebrated on 8 March each year, is a day to honor women and the struggle for women’s…