Society
DARE’n’DEAL takes lead in online group-buying market
July 14, 2011
DARE’n’DEAL takes lead in online group-buying market
The burgeoning market for group-buying discounted products over the internet has given rise to companies like DARE’n’DEAL, which has recently…
The Sexual Harassment File: Foreign women in Egypt and harassment
July 13, 2011
The Sexual Harassment File: Foreign women in Egypt and harassment
"An entire book" could be written about the experiences of female travelers in Egypt, according to Lonely Planet. "Most of…
The Sexual Harassment File: Men overlooked
July 13, 2011
The Sexual Harassment File: Men overlooked
With the issue of sexual harassment of women in Egypt garnering much public attention and debate, stories of men facing…
Streets of Cairo: Darb al-Barabra
July 10, 2011
Streets of Cairo: Darb al-Barabra
A refreshing change from the shops the average bride in Egypt visits, Darb al-Barabra offers brides willing to dig deep…
Family Friday: Kallila and Dimna summer program
July 8, 2011
Family Friday: Kallila and Dimna summer program
Combining fun and learning during the summer has always been a challenge for Egyptian families, who may often spend weeks…
Protect children from common summer illnesses
July 7, 2011
Protect children from common summer illnesses
As summer rolls around again, it’s time for children to hit the beach and enjoy the sunny weather or plunge…
The Sexual Harassment File: Coping mechanisms
July 6, 2011
The Sexual Harassment File: Coping mechanisms
For women in Egypt, walking down the street is not just about avoiding the reckless microbuses or being fast enough…
Nebny Foundation seeks to revitalize post-uprising Egypt
July 5, 2011
Nebny Foundation seeks to revitalize post-uprising Egypt
Egypt's revolution seems to have inspired a great many people to spruce up their neighborhoods, re-paint their shopfonts or open…
Summer in the City: Fairmont Hotel roof parties
July 3, 2011
Summer in the City: Fairmont Hotel roof parties
Summer in the City is a bimonthly party held at the Fairmont’s rooftop Sky Pool. It launched on June 8…
Streets of Cairo: Amrika al-Latinia is Garden City’s heaven and hell
July 2, 2011
Streets of Cairo: Amrika al-Latinia is Garden City’s heaven and hell
Garden City is a calm, posh residential neighborhood located in the heart of town. One of its main veins of…