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Single Mom’s Support Group
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WWW Flips Through Cairo’s Multifaceted Relationships Archives
Two female authors prove that when it comes to relationships, men and women do belong to two different planets. In in Schizophrenic Egypt Cairenes face major tribulations when it comes to their…
The 3 Minute Interview with Arwa Gouda
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Recycled Fashion Show
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Ask your Personal Trainer
As a result of quitting belly workouts, the belly starts to pull down, so what is the best thing to do to get rid of this look? Simply by regularly working out…
A New ERA of Style
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Broken Justice in Egypt
ECWR was shocked when it received the decision of the State Council, Egypt’s Administrative Court, to defer the appointment of female judges, although consensus of the Special Council was reached, allowing women…
Charity: It’s Not What You Think
In these twisted times we live in, the word “charity” usually conjures an image in our minds that is – in reality – as far as can possibly be from the truth.…
Contemplating in Cairo – Vol. 23
Doing good in this world is hard. Being nice to people can be a real challenge sometimes and being generous with our acts of kindness does not always leave us feeling serene…
Denise De Haan
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Dina Aboul Soud: Home Screen Darling
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How to Stay Fit and Healthy in Ramadan
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In a country where thousands of citizens live by less than a dollar a day, some people might think that throwing an extra piece of California Rolls into a Sushi Bar’s litter…
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Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Mentoring an Egyptian in the U.S.
It was back in November 2009, when I received an email, from an NGO I am part of, announcing an opportunity to attend a mentorship program for women only at a Fortune…
Hey You! What is You?!
I do not care about how much money you have in the bank – if you did not earn it yourself! I do not care about what car you drive – unless…
Inception – The Movie that got us Woozy
After watching the trailer of Christopher Nolan’s new movie, ‘Inception’, my ever-skeptical self of big budget box- office films wasn’t really impressed, yet, the side in me that is fascinated by the…
Career Cheer: Human Resources
It goes without saying that every job has its own skill set. A talented caliber in sales does not necessarily have to be a runner up for audit. Nevertheless, when it comes…
Koossy Says… The Battle with the Ex
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Let Go!
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The Battle that Changed my Life
As a cancer patient and survivor, I feel inspired to share my experience as a source of hope and encouragement to thousands of fellow patients and their loved ones. I was diagnosed…
The 3 Minute Interview with Hady El Bagoury
If the world will end in 2012, what will be on your list of things to do? Enjoy the rest of what’s left in every way possible. …
Supplements During Pregnancy
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Ramadan Series Drama
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ByGanz – Success Story Extraordinaire
With his 29 years of age, Ahmed El-Ganzoury has been the man who would turn a rusty wooden space into an über-glam dance floor changing the party scene in Egypt forever, where…
Sandra Bullock: Fun, Glamorous, and Charitable
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Where to hang out on a Ramadan Night?
Experience Authentic Ramadan Nights at Zamalek Residence Cairo Hotel Want to enjoy a live show of oriental music while smoking your favourite shisha flavor? Then this is the place to go. The…
Muting the Microphone
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On the Beach with Mr. Pink Panther
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Gam3eya and Other Egyptian Economic Innovations
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Mais Hamdan: The Wonder Woman Next Door
Equal parts playful and beautiful describe Mais Hamdan, a modern day Wonder Woman who mesmerizes with her presence. Equipped with a golden voice and a talent to act and imitate she is…
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Ola Roushdy: And who Said Women aren’t Funny?
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The Daily Morning Combat & I need to go shopping honey!
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Fathy Salama on Music, Arts, Culture and All that Jazz
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Alice in Wonderland
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My husband is as tactful as a four year-old who calls you fat to your face simply because, well you are. That four-year old feels no shame in saying it as it…
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The 3 Minute Interview with Marwan Kadry
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MEDIANs Estro-Zone
No matter how much men deny it, sometimes each and every one of us needs to get in touch with his estrogen side, were it feels like listening to the ‘I luv…
Eat Pray Love
After a painful divorce, Liz Gilbert (Julia Robert) goes on a journey around Italy, India and Indonesia to find herself and internal peace. She treats herself with pasta and wine in Italy,…
Nadya Shanab: Dedicating an ode to Egypt
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Enter the haven of Rana Chalabi
The second you enter the house of the Sufi artist Rana Chalabi you immediately feel at peace. Her abode is an apartment that is situated in a quiet side street in Maadi.…
Some of the best movies about womens struggles
A film about six Lebanese women and their daily struggles. The film is visually captivating and discusses several issues such as loss, martial infidelity, pre-martial sex and lesbianism. It is melancholic but…
Step up 3D
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Top 10 Contemporary Office Hazards
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Under the same roof: A lazy couch buffalo and a desperate housewife
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The Van Gogh theft… Who Cares?
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Zabaleen – Fine Tunes out of Old Disposables
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7 Tips to Date a Co-worker
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8 Heartache Wonder Killers
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Amr Salama, Filmmaking for Absolution
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Baheya: Randa Haggag celebrate Egyptian beauty through her fashion line
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Mascara: A Massive Scar Era
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Management of Premenstrual Syndrome
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Going to the Movies? Watch your Waist-Line!
A lot of people keep watching their nutrition program throughout the whole year in a meticulous manner, calculating almost every calorie ingested to stay in shape and/or in order not to lose…
Eat, Pray, Love
Eat, pray, love is a movie based on Elizabeth Gilbert’s memoir on her journey through Italy, India and Indonesia, after a bad divorce. Through the journey, she finds inner peace and…
Fair Trade Egypt
With the surge of globalization, mass-production has increased and the handmade suffered greatly, which is why Fair Trade Egypt, aims to re-establish the importance of artisans and hand-made crafts while empowering…
Hey You: Let’s Play Doctor and Patient and Find Out Who’s Who!
Please step into my shoes for a few minutes and read this girl’s email, and tell me what is wrong with this picture. Hi Marwa, Please answer me! My…
Marwa Gabriel, The Star Maker
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Medians Testro Zone
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I Vow to Pluck, Primp and Preen in Private
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Living Skin
‘Living Skin’ is the first feature documentary for young director Fawzi Saleh that has received a Special Mention with a monetary reward at the fourth Abu Dhabi Film Festival last month. …
Mariam Abo Ouf on the Director’s Chair
With a peerless instinct for quality and self-respect, Mariam Abo Ouf is a promising young filmmaker, truly an inspiration to upcoming filmmakers. Making films is definitely her passion, but to do it…
Mohammed Hammad, The Observer
Watching people is among his favourite games and main inspiration for making films. As people go about their daily life, he scans them with watchful eyes and casts them as roles…
Mostafa El Halawany, An Eclectic Composer
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Yara El-Gendy
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Nesreen El Zayat – Woman with a Voice
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Domesticating A Bad Boy
When I first met my husband he was like a wild panther out on the prowl. He was smooth, conniving and quite the experienced hunter. Finding his right partner was fairly easy.…
I Would Like to Order A Cheating Combo Please
Be not afraid my dear peeps. If you haven’t been cheated on yet, you are just around the corner. There is single cheating, double cheating, cheating combo and cheating with delicious toppings…
Dalia El Beheiry: La Dolce Diva
Dalia El Beheiry is one of the most sought after actresses of her generation who looks back on a decent track record of cinema and TV. Only few manage the transition from…
Diary of an ex-Downtowner
“Everything happens for a reason”, I recalled this quote while heading to Wadi El- Gemal with great expectations and non- stop day dreaming… It all happened out of a…
Dinz A fabulous sister act
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What to Eat on a First Date!
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Hassan El Radad “I’m an actor; expect anything from me”
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Heidi Murkoff What to expect before you’re expecting
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HEY YOU! You are his slave!
I was reading an article about the nature of the Master/Slave relationship and I found out the most male/female relationships in Egypt – and probably in the Arab world – are a…
How to become a successful fashion designer
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Through the eyes of autism
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Median’s Psychiatric – Zone
Erotophonophilia: These people are dangerous. They are sexually aroused by attempts not just thoughts of killing someone. Zoophilia: The person wants to be treated like an animal wearing a…
The Mind is A Funny Thing The Beat Generation
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The Movie Mill! Guest editor, Hassan Mahfouz
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The unhappy subordinate Survival Kit
STOP and THINK! Who is in an ‘unhappy’ situation now? You think you are relieved and you feel so much better about your career when you quit your job because your…
Thoughts Around the Thirty
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Top 5 Annoying Social Trends in Cairo
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Ahmed El Esseily reading in between the lines
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Amr Salama “We have to think, analyze and try to provide our point of view to the largest number of people”
Young filmmaker and blogger Amr Salama talks to us about his post-revolution feelings, what he expects in the upcoming phase and why he isn’t afraid anymore to have kids. To what…
Smoking and Alcohol During Pregnancy
Smoking during pregnancy Like drinking too much alcohol or doing drugs, smoking is also very harmful to your health. It can cause serious health conditions including cancer, heart disease, stroke and gum…
Mohamed El Sawy.
“This revolution was calling for a unified target and no one came out to say that he was responsible for this historic outbreak” Sawy Culture Wheel opened the mic for new ideas…
The 3 minute interview with Hesham Maged: Actor/Script Writer
Will we ever see you acting in a non comedy role? I will keep that for the audience to choose. When I feel that they really need to see me in non-comedy…
PROJECT FREEDOM
“The secret of happiness is freedom. The secret of freedom is courage” Thucydides. It is no secret that things are different now in Egypt, and that for better or worse life will…
The Fantasy President
18 Qualities Our New President Must Have By Noha Darwish Only a few months ago, thinking of a new Egyptian President was a luxury we thought we could never afford.…
Gawezny Shokran
Is it a tool suitable for women from conservative backgrounds who would not have natural access to men other than their family? Can this hotline be a serious tool to find a…
The stalking, grouping and whistling
Bit stalking, groping, whistling, or leering, nearly every woman in Egypt has experienced sexual harassment. A high tech mean of fighting off harassment comes in the form of a website, allowing…
Healthy Fuel for Optimum Performance
Drinking liquids is sometimes a more convenient solution when compared to ingesting complete food. However, it is sometimes very easy to consume tons of calories within a few minutes by drinking an…
Ahmed Abdallah and his Microphone – The Revolution Starts Here
When I first met Ahmed Abdullah, he was showcasing his directorial debut “Heliopolis” at the Abu Dhabi Film Festival two years ago. Already back then his film expressed a certain realism, authenticity…
Like a Virgin: Democracy for the first time
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Wael Abbas: He is Tough, Feisty and Straight to the Point.
He is tough, feisty and straight to the point. Journalist and blogger Wael Abbas speaks to us about his views on the revolution. How do you see Egypt’s future in the…
TEDxCairo – Ideas worth spreading
“TedxCairo is absolutely fantastic” is the initial response of any of the lucky attendees of this great example of outstanding youth empowerment. TEDxCairo (Technology Entertainment and Design) simply and excellently promotes ‘Ideas…
The Secret: To love your life, yourself, your job and every second of your time!
In our lives there are things that matter and things that don’t. There are aspects with greater meaning and some without. Many times energy is wasted based on misconception of…
Under the Same Roof with Karim Darwish and Engy Khairallah
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Street Art for Cause:In Memory of Tarek Abdel Latif
Tarek Abdel Latif, a father and loving husband, was one of the many Egyptians who never came home on the Day of Rage. He leaves behind a wife and two young daughters…
Shady Ahmed: ” I always picture music as someone I talk with..””
It’s hard not to ask who that guy on stage is when you see Shady Ahmed performing. His palpable talent and beautiful voice made Cairo’s movers and shakers give immediate attention to…
Safi Between Sanity & Madness
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Carlos Latuff “I try to portray the wishes of Egyptian revolutionaries; I put my art at their service.”
With his insightful cartoons, Carlos Latuff, has developed himself as the inspirational voice of the brow beaten nations worldwide. Originally from Brazil, his political cartoons have influenced many nations throughout the whole…
Down the Hole; Introducing the Brutal Living in Cairo’s Slums
Photography by Rania Helmy Dirt, disease, ignorance, cruelty and inhumanity all describe the daily lives of Batn El Ba’ar residents who are piled up in a slum behind the pottery market located…
Amuse Concept Store Bold, Bolder, Boldest!
As you walk into the store, you feel a wham-bam electric shock of none other than amusement has smacked your fashion senses. From the decor, the music, the glam, and the little…
Bibo W Beshir
Bibo W Beshir sets up a new wave of romantic comedy in Egypt. The quality of picture goes hand in hand with the quality of script to provide us with this…
Bushra On Life, Cinema and the Future
When Bushra enters a room she instantly fills it. Her charms, paired with determination and character, are what make this Superwoman so sympathetic and very much likable. With an established music career,…
Cancer Again
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Essam Youssef: “Drugs are nice it’s a fact, but they kill it’s another fact”.
When Essam Youssef published ¼ Grams in 2008, he was on everyone’s lips. The book that was more eye widening than two lines of coke became a mega-seller and he travelled the…
Caesarean Section: En Vogue?
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Inside Nana’s Closet
When prêt a porter meets haute couture, when masculine meets feminine and when old meets new, you get to know that Nana’s Closet has something to do with it. The brand that…
Meet the Guy Behind The Egyptian Cinderella’ and ‘Raseeni’
From the Egyptian Cinderella to Raseeni, Tameem Younis connected the dots to come up with a Youtube channel with amateur videos, that were the talk of the town in full throttle.…
Weekend escape with Harley-Davidson: A ride with a cause.
After receiving an invitation for a motorcycle ride from Harley Davidson, the world’s leading manufacturer of heavyweight motorcycles; we were so thrilled and couldn’t wait for the weekend to arrive and try…
Studio Zafir
By the same people who brought you Zafir T-shirts, last September witnessed the soft opening of Studio Zafir, which offers an electric mix of accessories, art pieces, products, books, music, film…
Goodwill hunting Reviving Egypt from where to start?
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Connecting with Hamza Namira On his musical inspirations, his childhood dislike of music and his turning point
“Shallow songs that were being produced in the past are vanishing and new useful and respectable art is on its way to spread through the community” Only few artists have managed to…
What should & shouldn’t be in your Kids Lunch Box
To begin with, one should point out, that healthy lunches and snacks are crucial for children to improve the concentration and learning capabilities. But with all these attractive and tempting advertising campaigns…
The 3 Minute interview with Ronnie Khalil
Who is your comedy guru? I grew up watching Bill Cosby, George Carlin and Robin Williams. Right now I really like Louis CK. You wrote that you want to be the…
Median’s Music & More : The Pink-Zone
This month I thought I’d answer a very important question that surprisingly never crossed my mind, the name of the magazine “WHAT WOMEN WANT”. So I asked some friends first and…
My kid’s first ‘political’ words.
Honestly, I have never been a woman who talked politics with her kids, but that was a few months ago, before the revolution. I guess I didn’t want my kids to hate…
Forever Young!
The best way to spend your 30th birthday without aging concerns is certainly at the Four Seasons Nile Plaza Spa. With their Algotherm Treatment, you’ll feel the outstanding indulgence of marine products…
Sarah Abdallah: “All too human”
With her 22 years old, Sarah Abdallah surprised the audience of the 11th Independent Film Festival for New Shorts by Goethe Institute with her film ‘All too human’, that tackled an idea…
Sleeping with The Enemy…
As an editor of a women’s magazine you come across many stories, one of which I would like to share. I met this woman; let’s call her Mona. She is pretty, early…
Special Needs: The will and the way
If you think that landing a job today in Egypt is difficult for you, then it must be impossible for people with special needs, but that’s not entirely true, we took a…
Meet the Brains behind Tahrir Monologues
Their dreams, their fears and their expectations Tahrir Monologues is an authentic account of personal tales of the revolution. Although we are monologue virgins in Egypt, Tahrir Monologues rocked the stages by…
Studio Zafir,A new concept rocking the city
By the same people who brought you Zafir T-shirts, last September witnessed the soft opening of Studio Zafir, which offers an electric mix of accessories, art pieces, products, books, music, film and…
Deana Shabaan’s Black & White Collection:
Deana Shabaan’s Fall/Winter collection is poised to be the savior of old-school glamour. From classy to pin-up to hip, her collection is elegant and effortless. The complete collection is black and white.“Recently…
Yosra El Lozy – Old School Glamour and School Girl Charms
Since her appearance in Youssef Chahine’s ‘Alexandria New York’, people knew that this one would surely be heard of again. With old school Hollywood glamour and promising potential, Yosra El Lozy is…
The 3 Minute Interview with Ola Roushdy
If the world would end in 2012, what would you do? Probably go get myself a soothing massage, delicious Thai food and a fruit cupcake, and then I’d be ready! What’s…
You The Child Laborer
Yes, you. And me. And almost everybody else you know in this country. It’s a shocking title, but it’s true. Perhaps that was the wrong way to begin this…
Median’s Wisdom-Zone in Cyber Space
Nowadays, there is this wave of Facebook wisdom in the online sharing era, were you find every morning people with status updates like: Mohamed “SATAN” El 3iryan is “It hits you…
A story of hope and Peace
Miral, directed by acclaimed artist and director Julian Schnabel, starring Slumdog Millionaire’s Freida Pinto and highly praised Palestinian actress Yasmine El Masry is based on the biography of Palestinian writer and anchorwoman…
My Career, My World! Eman ElYasaky, PR Manager Kempinski Nile Hotel
What makes your job fun? My colleagues, we are seriously a collection of diverse individuals here at Kempinski, on daily basis we bring different stories, ideas, jokes and a whole…
Feed your mind in the crammed up city
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Ain Maha Redefining ‘trendy’!
Ain Maha, the new collection by Maha Al Sagheer that was launched a couple of weeks ago, brought a new concept to ‘Made in Egypt’ accessories. Whether you’re going out with the…
The Body Language to have it all!
We have heard many times about ‘dress for success’, so what about ‘body language for success’? Body language is a form of non-verbal communication, which consists of body posture, gestures,…
Tightwad Revealed the 6 Telltale Signs that you’re Dating a Cheapskate!
He’s weird about money, and has this “attitude” that enforces that you are not entitled to a pound of his. It’s one thing being a gold digger, but no matter how un-materialistic…
When it’s Time to Stop Trying to Have a Baby…
Having a baby may be the dream of many women; unfortunately, some couples may not be destined to have a baby, or more than one baby. Women who are having difficulties conceiving…
Power Foods that Boost Immunity
You may be washing your hands using Dettol like crazy, and sneezing into your shirtsleeves on continuous basis. Unfortunately all this is almost useless if you are not ingesting the right type…
Hated in Egypt but Loved in France… Enjoying the Fine Art of Flirting
Ask an Egyptian male about his thoughts on his wife or girlfriend soliciting any form of male attention and the first thing you’ll notice is his sudden change in posture, slightly clenched…
If I were a boy I’d probably be gay! Just kidding…
I always wondered what it would be like to be a guy in this country, without the street filth and without worrying about how I look or what people would say about…
Sawsan Badr – Caressing the Silver Screen
We all love her. She is the sister, the mother, the vamp, the buddy and a very graceful and elegant lady mastering her talent and acting skills. This month, Sawsan Badr…
Deana Shabaan launches her Black & White collection
The complete collection is black and white.“Recently we judge people a lot depending on their looks; I guess you realized that before. If you judge a person by their looks and you…
Cairo is Spinning…
Friday morning early birds heading for coffee in Zamalek or Maadi are very likely to bump into a bunch of cyclers, who teamed to pioneer in conquering Cairo by bike. Many people…
Fashion Insight: A quick Glimpse on how the fashion cycle works
Believe it or not in the world of fashion, trends are manifested nearly two years before they actually reach the global markets, yes two years! It all starts with fashion forecasting agencies,…
Winter Beauty Trends
Trend 1: Vamp Those Lips Nothing can make a statement more than a woman’s lipstick. Luckily this season many designers have used that vampire lips look. Not only does the strong color…
A Workaholic? Then sniff that job right!
No this isn’t another article on how to avoid being a workaholic. This article is actually a guide to enjoy being a workaholic as well as safeguarding that thing called ‘a private…
Amr Salama: The Books that Inspired Me
There are a lot of books that really changed my life, and I’m very flexible to change my habits and beliefs after reading something that really convinces or inspires me. Here are…
When optimism seems to be the hardest word!
It’s not just the simple glass half full vs. glass half empty”, said personal development consultant Martin Seligman PhD., it rather consists of the way you think of setbacks and the way…
Breaking the Wall of Silence: Getting Face to Face with AIDS
For some people, being ‘Positive’ is the beginning of a life full of desolation. As government, society and media close the doors of mercy in the face of people living with HIV.…
Asmaa – A story of Courage, Faith and Dignity
Asmaa is the story of a middle-aged Egyptian woman who lives with her father and only daughter in a poor Cairo district. Struck by poverty and the pressure of raising a teenage…
Eat Yourself to your Beauty Sleep
In the series of the articles I have been writing for this magazine, I have been mainly focusing on energizing food which improves the mental and physical performance, while not adding unnecessary…
Your Sexual Cycle During Pregnancy: The Myths, the Desire & the Positions!
The Myths: Once you are pregnant you here a lot of myths about what you should and should not avoid. I will mention few of them. The first trimester (3 months) myths:…
My Name is Yusra Badr & I am Not a Feminist
Recently, I had a mind-stimulating conversation with some friends of mine that triggered the above statement in my mind. No, I am not a feminist. But let’s first agree on which definition…
Marianne: The Left-handed Woman
Marianne, a woman who unexpectedly takes her eight-year-old son and leaves her husband to find ‘freedom’, takes us on a journey of unpredicted loneliness and independence in “Marianne”. The play is an…
Pulse Exhibition
Tache Art Gallery in Designopolis hosted an exhibition titled “Pulse”, featuring the works of 47 young emerging artists. Each painting cried out with beauty, mystery, talent and a call for Egyptian art…
“Choosing your child’s first book is as important as choosing his first words” Shopping for your Child’s First Book
“All books are a good start; it really depends on what the child veers towards” Choosing your child’s first book is as important as choosing his first words. Children books are vital…
Sleeping with the Enemy: Married for 13 Years and Still a Virgin!
I am 38 years, well educated and from a good family. I am in shape and told to be good looking. When I graduated I took on a job as an English…
Rash Radio: Our homegrown radio head
He has melodies and beats running through his veins that are not like any other. You wouldn’t imagine the depth of his character and the artistic sense of this young man. With…
Sad Panda
“If painting a panda on the walls of Egypt will change the history of art then that would be very sad” As the instantly recognizable graffiti of a Sad Panda spanned…
Is a Good for Nothing Man Better than None?
Let’s call me Mona, I am married for over ten years and have two beautiful children. They are my sole reason to be alive until now. I come from a good family…
Finding Alyaa Mahdy’s Spot
There is a Chinese proverb and curse that says “May you live in interesting times” and I always say that whoever lived in 2011 could happily die fulfilled with interesting moments. Global…
The Baskstage Musical
Since the 1980’s independent theatre movement no new troupes have been formed, which makes “Tiatro” so avant-garde in their field. Tiatro, founded by Egyptian visual artist and director Omar Moataz Billah in…
Tried and Tested
At Unilever Food Solutions, men come to work with their laptop in one hand and their apron in the other. Mohamed El Khatib, Key Customer Development Consultant at Unilever Food Solutions adds…
Median’s Music & More: The crap history will never skip
It’s actually sad how generalizations, overstatements, accusations, not to mention creating a fuss out of anything is taking over the scene ever since the revolution erupted. I feel that history can’t skip…
Cocoon Restaurant: Indulgence from the seven seas
The place combines the philosophy of quality and consistency. It’s a blend of modern and classy atmosphere that will open up your appetite and will make you feel comfy. Cocoon is created…
Down the Rabbit Hole: Politics & Vodka Don’t Mix
One year later, and the revolution’s rollercoaster ride hasn’t yet ended. We’ve seen regimes toppled, new faces were introduced to the scene and youth lost to martyrdom. Lots of courageous women led…
The 3 minute interview with Samia Asaad
One Year after the revolution, what are your feelings? I feel we still have a long way to go, but I’m hopeful. The people who generously gave their lives did not do…
Cairokee: Rebels with a Cause
Once you meet Cairokee you instantly feel that they were your childhood friends from next door. They are outgoing, spontaneous, flamboyant, independent and importantly exceptionally talented. They are more than rock rebels…
Curfew
Curfew is a short film directed by Sherif El Bendary as part of ‘18 Days’, a feature film consisting of 10 short films, a collaboration of ten reputable directors, who along with…
Child Discipline & its Potential Impediments
Discipline is a tricky business for most, if not all, parents. Being responsible for and raising a child is demanding enough to confuse parents and at times deem them clueless. We sat…