Environment
Dominique De Bruin introduces ‘permaculture,’ a system that mimics nature’s cycles
May 26, 2011
Dominique De Bruin introduces ‘permaculture,’ a system that mimics nature’s cycles
This article is part of the series launched by Al-Masry Al-Youm English Edition in collaboration with the Wadi Environmental Science…
When trash becomes art: Basurama in Cairo
May 25, 2011
When trash becomes art: Basurama in Cairo
Don’t hesitate if a friend invites you to sit on a “tire sofa.” Hide your surprise when spotting a light…
Governor revokes fishing decree in Ras Mohamed
May 24, 2011
Governor revokes fishing decree in Ras Mohamed
The governor of South Sinai on 19 May reneged on the decree he had issued in earlier in the month,…
Fresh volcano eruption begins in Iceland
May 22, 2011
Fresh volcano eruption begins in Iceland
Reykjavik - The Grimsvoetn volcano under Iceland's largest glacier began erupting Saturday, the Icelandic Meteorological Office said, reporting a tall…
Brazil creates office to fight deforestation
May 21, 2011
Brazil creates office to fight deforestation
Brazil on Wednesday announced the creation of an emergency task force to fight against the deforestation of the Amazon, after…
Eco-tourism suffers in post-revolution Egypt
May 20, 2011
Eco-tourism suffers in post-revolution Egypt
The protection of the environment is usually considered one of the least important concerns for traditional mass tourism. But "eco-tourism"…
Q&A with Ray Bush: The Horrors of Egypt’s Rural Life (Part II)
May 19, 2011
Q&A with Ray Bush: The Horrors of Egypt’s Rural Life (Part II)
This is the second part of an exclusive interview with Dr. Ray Bush, professor of african studies and development politics…
New book showcases Egypt’s pioneers in sustainable development
May 18, 2011
New book showcases Egypt’s pioneers in sustainable development
The new book entitled “Le Caire - réinventer la ville” - Cairo, reinventing the city - results from collaboration between…
Irina Springuel: A Russian botanist in Egypt
May 17, 2011
Irina Springuel: A Russian botanist in Egypt
From the Leningrad State University in the former USSR to the Aswan South Valley University, well-respected Russian botanist and ecologist…
Egypt foils attempt to smuggle coral reefs
May 17, 2011
Egypt foils attempt to smuggle coral reefs
Egypt’s navy on Sunday thwarted an attempt to smuggle 43 pieces of coral reefs on board a British yacht while…