Environment
Egypt’s ghost space program
December 6, 2011
Egypt’s ghost space program
"Ask for an education, even if you are in China" is one of the many supposedly motivational slogans painted on…
Debt and doubt loom large over Durban climate talks
December 6, 2011
Debt and doubt loom large over Durban climate talks
DURBAN, South Africa — Economic crisis and the top three polluters China, the United States and India, loomed as obstacles…
Climate change: Why COP17 matters for the Middle East
December 4, 2011
Climate change: Why COP17 matters for the Middle East
Although the Middle East contributes relatively little to greenhouse gas emissions on a global level, several studies have shown that…
Endangered Species: Egypt’s African Sacred Ibis
December 1, 2011
Endangered Species: Egypt’s African Sacred Ibis
The ibis has a special place in ancient Egyptian history, as it was once associated with Thoth, an ancient Egyptian…
Pesticide ‘pseudo-black market’ fueled by disconnect with agricultural authorities
November 29, 2011
Pesticide ‘pseudo-black market’ fueled by disconnect with agricultural authorities
Each year, Egypt’s Agriculture and Land Reclamation Ministry modifies and publishes a list of pesticides that are banned from agricultural…
Last chance to save Kyoto deal at climate talks in Durban
November 28, 2011
Last chance to save Kyoto deal at climate talks in Durban
Kyoto, which was adopted in 1997 and entered into force in 2005, commits most developed states to binding emissions targets.…
Helwan watches the stars
November 27, 2011
Helwan watches the stars
The National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG) located in Helwan is a hidden gem for many young Egyptian…
Environment on the electoral agenda
November 27, 2011
Environment on the electoral agenda
Egypt is currently gripped by campaign frenzy as candidates prepare for the upcoming parliamentary elections. Not only is there a…
A dramatic rescue attempt saved animals in Mohamed Mahmoud Street pet store
November 26, 2011
A dramatic rescue attempt saved animals in Mohamed Mahmoud Street pet store
Left unattended since Saturday morning, dozens of animals inside an unfortunately located downtown pet store were rescued Wednesday evening when…