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Solar Power in the Slums |
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ElBaradei Tours Old Cairo
Mohamed ElBaradei went on a walking tour of Coptic Cairo today. Supporters said ElBaradei's visit was meant to bring awareness for his movement of change in Egypt. [Added May 30, 2010] |
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How to Make a Mummy
Ever wonder how ancient Egyptians made a mummy? Egyptologist Professor Salima Ikram from the American University in Cairo shows how it's done. [Added May 17, 2010] |
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Pigeon Breeder in Cairo
Despite the rise of bird flu cases in Egypt over the past year, urban pigeon "farming" on apartment roofs in Cairo is taking off - breeding pigeons in towers is one of the most popular hobbies in the city. [Added June 11, 2009] |
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Chinese Ramadan Lanterns in Egypt
A flood of Chinese imports threatens the traditional fenous or lantern the iconic symbol of Ramadan during the holy month. [Added August 23, 2009] |
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Glassblower in Egypt
Shaping molten glass is more than an art. The modern craft often involves laborious working conditions and seriously affected by a rise in material costs. [Added July 08, 2009] |
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Global Economic Crisis Hits Khan el Khalili
With hotel reservations revenues and the number of tourists in Egypt all down in 2009, merchants in Cairo's Khan el Khalili are starting to feel the crunch of the world economic crisis. [Added June 21, 2009] |
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DNE Interviews Rajeev Chaba
The chairman of General Motors Egypt talks to DNE about his strategy to handle the economic slowdown. [Added March 25, 2009] |
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DNE Interviews Raouf Ghabbour
The CEO of Ghabbour Automotive, Egypt's largest car manufacturer, discusses the company, pollution, and going green. [Added September 30, 2008] |
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Silent Protest for Khaled Said
Protesters silently mourn the death of Khaled Said, an Alexandria man allegedly beaten to death by Egyptian police. [Added July 24, 2010] |
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Clashes Between Police and Protesters at Khaled Saeid Trial (RAW)
Over a hundred protesters gathered in front of a courthouse in Alexandria as the trial over Khaled Saeid's death began. Tensions rose and what started as shoving and pushing quickly turned into a skirmish between demonstrators and police, as seen in the following raw video. [Added July 27, 2010] |
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ElBaradei Tours Old Cairo
Mohamed ElBaradei went on a walking tour of Coptic Cairo today. Supporters said ElBaradei's visit was meant to bring awareness for his movement of change in Egypt. [Added May 30, 2010] |
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Cairo Protest or Media Circus?
Journalists turned out in droves at the Kefaya protest in Cairo on May 11th, 2010. But there was one thing noticeably missing... the people. [Added May 11, 2010] |
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Protests Surround Egypt's Parliament
This week, no fewer than 6 protests have surrounded the Parliament building in downtown Cairo - Magles al Shaab Street is full with students, factory workers and even Egypt's disabled. [Added April 20, 2010] |
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Egyptian Police Clash with Kefaya Protesters
Sporadic violence occurred during Kefaya demonstrations outside Egypt's public prosecutor's office today. Protesters gathered to voice anger at police brutality which occurred during the demonstration on April 6, 2010. [Added April 13, 2010] |
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Egyptian Police Crush April 6, 2010 Demonstrations
Egyptian security forces quelled opposition demonstrations today, in some cases using violence. Journalists were barred from covering the protest, but Daily News Egypt was able to discreetly record these images using a pocket camcorder. [Added April 06, 2010] |
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Workers Protest Against Tanta Flax & Oils Company
In January 2010, workers at Tanta Flax & Oils Company protested over deteriorating working conditions. The protest continued, eventually moving to Cairo, until an agreement was reached the following February. [Added February 24, 2010] |
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Gaza Reconstruction
Gazans face problems rebuilding one year after the war. [Added January 11, 2010] |
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DNE Interviews AUC President David Arnold
The president of the American University in Cairo responds to some of the criticism regarding the schools recent move from downtown to the desert. [Added June 8, 2009] |
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Homeless in Duweiqa
Nearly one year after a massive rock slide killed hundreds of people on the outskirts of Cairo, many residents in Duweiqa are still struggling to find homes. [Added July 28, 2009] |
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Gaza Graffiti
Palestinian factions use graffiti to promote their causes and project their power. [Added December 10, 2009] |
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Fire Breaks out in Imbaba
On June 4, 2009, a fire broke out in a refuse lot near a girls' school in the Cairo district of Imbaba. [Added June 5, 2009] |
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DNE Interviews Jehan Sadat
Jehan Sadat discusses her new book, 'My Hope for Peace', and her husband's presidency in Egypt. [Added March 31, 2009] |
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World Cup Support
Who is Egypt supporting in this World Cup? Fans across Cairo were eager to voice their support. [Added June 17, 2010] |
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Islam Online Employees Resign, Protest
Over 300 employees of the Islam Online website resigned during a two-day sit-in. On March 16th former employees were still protesting. [Added March 16, 2010] |
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Egypt Changes the Clocks for Ramadan
DNE's Mohamed Effat asks Egyptians on the streets of Cairo how they feel about Egypt's government setting the clocks back for Ramadan. [Added August 18, 2010] |
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Tentmaker in Cairo
For more than 150 years, craftsmen in Cairo's tent-making market have passed the hand-made, needle skills on from father to son. But not everyone wants to continue the cycle. [Added February 8, 2010] |
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Solar Power in the Slums
Hussein Soliman Farag built homemade solar panel collectors on his roof to save money on gas and to help the environment in Cairo. .[Added June 21, 2010] |
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Egypt Beats Algeria in the African Cup of Nations
On January 28, 2010, Egypt played Algeria in the semifinals of the African Cup of Nations. Egypt dominated Algeria to move on to the championship against Ghana. Fans took to the streets throughout Cairo to celebrate. [Added January 29, 2010] |
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Egypt Football Fans Start Fire After Algeria Loss
After Egypt's 1-0 loss to Algeria in the final qualifying match of the 2010 World Cup, angry football fans in Al-Arish took to the main square in town and lit a palm tree on fire. [Added November 18, 2009] |
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Egypt beats Algeria, Fans Celebrate
On November 14, 2009, Egypt played Algeria for a spot in the 2010 FIFA World Cup. With seconds to go, Egypt scored a second goal to tie Algeria for first place in Group C. Fans took to the streets throughout Cairo. [Added November 15, 2009] |
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Fair Trade in Egypt
Women in Cairo's Garbage City make items from recycled materials to improve their lives and the environment. [Added August 17, 2009] |
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Egypt's FIFA U-20 World Cup Preparations Underway
With the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Egypt this month, Daily News Egypt goes behind-the-scenes at the volunteer headquarters. Follow us as we look into what it takes to pull off such a massive event. [Added September 11, 2009] |
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Coptic Christian Tattoos
In the alleys of Coptic Cairo, a centuries-old tradition is buzzing along. [Added July 2, 2009] |
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Pigeon Breeder in Cairo
Despite the rise of bird flu cases in Egypt over the past year, urban pigeon "farming" on apartment roofs in Cairo is taking off - breeding pigeons in towers is one of the most popular hobbies in the city. [Added June 11, 2009] |
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Curves for Women
The no-men allowed American chain of gyms has swept into Egypt providing women a safe place to exercise without the veil. [Added May 11, 2010] |
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Sights & Sounds: Souq Gomma
Visit Cairo's famous Souq Gomma, or Friday Market, an open-air flea market where you can find anything from old television sets to guard dogs. [Added May 5, 2010] |
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Sights & Sounds: Aswan
Sail down the Nile River to Aswan the center of Nubian culture and southernmost city in Egypt. [Added June 28, 2009] |
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How to Make Bedouin Tea
Step-by-step instruction on how to cook Bedouin tea, as only the nomads of Egypt's Western Desert can show. [Added June 14, 2009] |
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How to Make a Mummy
Ever wonder how ancient Egyptians made a mummy? Egyptologist Professor Salima Ikram from the American University in Cairo shows how it's done. [Added May 17, 2010] |
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Stars Shine at Cairo Int'l Film Fest
In 2008, Susan Sarandon, Charlize Theron, Kurt Russell, Alicia Silverstone and other Hollywood celebrities came to Cairo to celebrate the art of film. [Added September 30, 2009] |
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DNE Interviews Yehya Khalil
Yehya Khalil may be one of the greatest jazz drummers in the world. We talked to him about his life as a musician, then got to see him in action on the kit. [Added September 11, 2009] |
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DNE Interviews Dr. Zahi Hawass
Daily News Egypt sits down for a conversation with Dr. Zahi Hawass, the head of Egypt's Supreme Council for Antiquities. We talk about his discoveries, his life, and his controversial plan to copyright the Pyramids of Giza. [Added June 8, 2009] |
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Oriental Jazz
At the 2009 Cairo Jazz Festival, local artists showcase Oriental Jazz, a fusion of Western rhythms with Middle Eastern instruments and sounds. But not everyone agrees on the label. [Added April 15, 2009] |
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