Environment
Red Sea resorts plough through reefs, damaging both ecology and economy
August 3, 2011
Red Sea resorts plough through reefs, damaging both ecology and economy
Globally famous for being one of the world's most important repositories of ecological biodiversity, the Red Sea attracts more than…
‘Stories of Animals in the Quran’: Ramadan cartoon campaigns for animal rights
August 1, 2011
‘Stories of Animals in the Quran’: Ramadan cartoon campaigns for animal rights
Animal welfare activists and lovers in general are rejoicing at the new Ramadan TV show, “Stories of Animals in the…
Ramadan from an eco-perspective
July 31, 2011
Ramadan from an eco-perspective
The holy month of Ramadan is an spiritual time for most Egyptians. Given the drastic changes to many Muslims' eating…
What ever happened to Cairo 2050?
July 29, 2011
What ever happened to Cairo 2050?
With 20 million inhabitants, Cairo is a megalopolis whose urban design raises countless questions. Because of this reality, Al-Masry Al-Youm…
NASA probe poised for launch to Jupiter
July 28, 2011
NASA probe poised for launch to Jupiter
A NASA satellite was hoisted aboard an unmanned Atlas 5 rocket at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station on Wednesday in…
Deadly landslides hit South Korea
July 27, 2011
Deadly landslides hit South Korea
Heavy rain has triggered landslides in South Korea's capital, Seoul, and a northern town, killing 19 people and leaving one…
Egypt first African country to compete in European solar competition
July 26, 2011
Egypt first African country to compete in European solar competition
The American University in Cairo (AUC) will be the first Middle Eastern and African university team to compete in a…
Budget increase fails to convince scientists
July 24, 2011
Budget increase fails to convince scientists
On 1 June, the transitional government adopted its first post-uprising budget, characterized by a slight increase in funds allocated to…
New book on community architecture in South Sinai: Culture, economy and eco-friendliness
July 23, 2011
New book on community architecture in South Sinai: Culture, economy and eco-friendliness
A 35-page booklet entitled “Appropriate building patterns for Saint Catherine, Egypt” and written by Nashwa Ibrahim has just been released. Ibrahim is…