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The Shadow of Cairo —The Story of a Hero(ine): Revamped
The Shadow of Cairo —when we first saw the name of the film we expected…
Inside the Artist’s Studio: Hayam Elsayed
An artist with an affinity for portraits, one who paints delicate images where the light…
Inside the Artist’s Studio: Manar Magdy
With her magical, whimsical illustrations, fun and bright portraits and downright quirky patterns, Manar Magdy…
In the Aftermath of Egypt’s #MeToo Movement
During the past few weeks, Egypt has been swept up into a women’s revolution so…
Mariam Farag “Young females and women have a voice but often do not have a platform to channel their voice and aspirations”
As Head of Corporate Sustainability and Social Impact at MBC, Mariam Farag has changed many…
The new Mercedes-Benz B-Class: More practical than ever, more chic than ever
Mercedes-Benz launched the all-new B-Class in Egypt, a new tourer with emphasis on style and…
Mariam Naoum: Authenticity is key to Egyptian women portrayal in the media
Think of the last Ramadan TV series you binge-watched on; was it “A girl named…
Mai Omar Takes Ramadan Series Race by Storm in ‘Weld El Ghalaba’
Presenting a new twist to the heart-breaking tale of a woman being forced into marrying…
Meet Intelligent Entrepreneurs at Narrative PR Summit’s 3rd Round!
With the aim of reaching a better future in Egypt, the public relations (PR) agency…
Photographers Will Take Over Downtown Cairo This November!
Photopia is an independent photography school in Cairo, which is dedicated to the image industry…
A Beautiful Story of Humanity
Cast and crew of Yomeddine finally make their debut in Egypt at the 2nd Edition…
Franco-Arabic and Tongue-Tied Children
Language is heritage. There is a folktale that tells a story of an old hero…
A Chi-Chat with the Wanderer and Photographer “Coucla”
Interviewed by: Farah Ahmed “I am a Woman on a mission to Explore the World,”…
How speaking Arabic to our children became a challenge!
A few months back, I was invited to a birthday of an eight-year-old girl –a…
Marwan Younis rocks radio again!
After the release of the music video that everyone has been jamming to, the internet…
Enchanting Spa Experience at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski
Want a mama’s day out? Try an enchanting spa experience, and an Italian lunch at…
4 Inspiring Economic Empowerment Projects by Misr El Kheir that will Restore your Faith in Humanity!
It is no secret that many families in Egypt are living under the poverty line.…
Celebrating Your New Chapter At Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel
Renaissance Cairo Mirage City Hotel knows that it takes expert planning, access to the best…
Sharmoofers new hit ZAMBA ticks all the right boxes!
Sharmoofers are here to tell a story; the story of breaking free, enjoying life and…
Get pampered in Sahel with Crave’s latest “Ready to Set” menu
Summer is all about, sun kisses, cold waters, and warm sands; Sahel is totally on…
Amir Eid: “Society dictates that men can’t complain, they can’t suffer depression, they can’t cry.”
In the past years, music has become so much more than just tunes that we…
Tamer Hashem: “I thought that there were things that I can do as a man but if a woman does the exact same thing, that would be completely inappropriate. “
Drumming to tunes of both our happiness and misery, Cairokee’s one and only Tamer Hashem…
Ahmed Mourad: “I owe who I am today to all the women in my life.”
Moving past the idea that he is Egypt’s best-selling novelist, Ahmed Mourad has always managed…
Feras Saeed: “Society sees that power resides in the man’s hand which is completely false.”
Feras Saeed graced our TV screens not long ago with his great performance in the…
Ramsi Lehner: “My mother taught me to look inside of me and decide what defines my manhood instead of settling for society’s definitions.”
Whatever you think you know about Ramsi Lehner, there is always more. This hyperactive non-stereotypical…
Nada Ayoub: “Being curvy never stopped me.”
Thanks to the digital world, we have been exposed to brilliant talents that wonderfully serenade…
Finally! A Campaign That Encourages Women to Put Themselves First!
A brilliant campaign has been circulating on social media under the hashtag #انتي_الاول (Enti El…
“I can’t believe that I am not the only one who has cellulite”
Dad was engaged to a woman called Aida before he married my mom. Mom used…
Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino – a fabulous getaway for the summer!
Enjoy the sun and summer fun around the pool for a day use with only…
Finally You Can Find Trusted Babysitters in Sahel!
Orcas is the first and the best way to recruit babysitters in Egypt! This summer…
Will Adele Like Being an Egyptian?
When it comes to judging people by the way they look, Egyptians are no strangers…
Egypt is hosting its first pole dance & fitness competition, powered by PFE!
Yes, Pole Theatre Egypt is the first of its kind in many ways. Brought by the…
Does Being Alone Mean You’re Lonely?
Many of us fear being alone without a companion, believing that without a partner we…
Decoding Egypt’s Banoota Syndrome
Every girl raised into an Egyptian family has heard the phrase “act like a banoota”…
Deana Shaaban: “My Business Was Born Out of the Need to Escape Depression”
Deana Shaaban is one of our favorite Egyptian fashion designers. She has been rocking the…
A Chit-Chat With the Multi-Talented Actress Injy El Mokkaddem
There is no doubt that the camera loves her! Injy El Mokkaddem continues to surprise…
Orcas is More Than a Babysitting Service
Orcas is the first babysitting service in town, finally giving all mamas a break. The…
Ayoub Sisters: First Egyptian Females to Compete with Andrea Bocelli
Laura and Sarah Ayoub, Egyptian/Scottish classical musicians, recently hit the top charts in the iTunes…
Alleged Facebook Pedophile threatens Egyptian Children
Yasmine Abdelazim, an Egyptian mother has just discovered that her 10 year old has been…
How Misr El Kheir Helped This Young Shepherd Turn into an Inspirational Story About Education
With the harsh living situations in Egypt, many kids sadly resort to dropping out of…
Bina’s Wear Encourages Parents to Wear Their Kids’ Drawings with Pride
Imagine how happy and proud your kids would be if you turned their arts and…
My Daughter is Being Bullied at School for Her Curly Hair
Kids can be cruel sometimes; especially at school, kids get creative with plain, mean comments…
Dear Moms: Motherhood Didn’t End Your Life
What’s the one common thing about new moms these days? Hmmmm? Complaining.Yes, every body is…
It is ok to be normal; the world needs more normal people
I often find myself wondering what the hell am I doing on this earth? I…
Crazy Myths Women Have Been Told About Their Bodies
As we get older our bodies change, and our tolerance to certain things and habits…
Legendary Azza Fahmy Takes London by Storm
In the spirit of Mother’s Day, we take a look at the best mother- daughter…
Farmville: Women Who Turned Their Lives Around by Leading a Sustainable Lifestyle
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to live away from the city?…
New Business Hub, Edge Innovation Center at the heart of Galleria40!
In the dynamic world of today, the dilemma of finding integrated business work spaces, meeting…
Sparkling Nights and Zesty Bites at Mantis Cairo
“A new venue has opened in town!” Well, this isn’t really news. Cairo gives birth…
Who said one child isn’t enough?
Freedom is not the act of having no commitments; it is about having the freedom…
An Unhappy Marriage: Should I Stay Or Should I Go?
Before the end of any marriage there is a long moment of reflection. Reflecting on…
Dr.Manar Hassan shares the traps mothers fall into with their children
Being a mother is overwhelming. You have to keep up with every detail about your…
Gihan El Shamashergy’s New Collection Fights Wrong Beliefs about Vaginismus
Jewelry designer, Gihan El Shamashergy, continues to surprise us with her unique jewelry pieces. Gihan…
“He started to touch my privates in exchange for the things he bought me”
I was pretty young—eight years old—the day I started working at the workshop; it was…
Cadbury’s new chocolate is driving everybody insane
Falling in love with chocolate comes naturally to every woman. Chocolate doesn’t accuse you of…
Founder of Narrative Summit speaks about her plans to re-brand Egypt
Starting off as a small PR boutique, and then going on to creating campaigns for…
In my closet…with Lifestyle Blogger Hana Elawadi
I am Lifestyle Blogger Hana Elawadi, last year I made it my mission to help…
Reem Allam trades a career in corporate for art
We are constantly searching for inspiring stories of powerful women, as part of our Real…
4 reasons why Vodafone is a great place to work at!
Let’s face it the closest relationship you have ever had is with your smartphone. Today…
Hey SIRI where do babies come from?
Siri…I don’t have answer to that question Hey, Siri are you shy? Siri…I do not…
Get rid of back-pain now with bedtime yoga!
Whether you’re a stay at home mom, stuck at a desk for over eight hours…
This young artist is transforming metro tickets into art pieces
Long rides to work can be quite boring and monotonic you often try to break…
Create the perfcet romantic night at Radisson Blu this Valentine’s
Planing the perfect night for Valentin’s Day is not that easy. Everything about that day…
Sabe3 Gar’s Fadwa Abed: “I destroyed my hair for the role”
Since Sabe3 Gar is back this week, we decided to have a chat with one…
Reconnect with the first couples retreat in the Middle East!
Every couple is looking for the “healthy” relationship; with time they realize that there is…
Indulge in a romantic Valentine’s dinner with JW Marriott
Surround yourself with warmth and luxury, and party with passion with your partner on Valentine’s Day…
Fatherhood: Between “help” and duty
Who doesn’t need help when it comes to taking care of the kids and managing…
A chit-chat with the new generation of Cherif El Sirgany jewelers
After generations of being in the jewelry business, El Sirgany has made quite a name…
Asser Yassin on his new music video: “You do not have to understand art, it should just leave an impact”
Settling has hardly ever been a characteristic of his. From acting, directing, producing and writing,…
My goals for 2018: How to make them stick!
Why do we get so excited to write our goals down every year and take…
Rawya’s Journey from Fayoum to Marseille
Rawya Abd El-Kader was the first female in Tunis Village, Fayoum, to break all norms…
What Women Want…Magazine and WED Egypt #هنفرح_بيكي_امتي
Last November, What Women Want…Magazine joined forces with WED Egypt to bring a group of…
Daughter of the Internet Sarrah Abdelrahman: “Growing up, my parents did not understand me”
Obviously, the internet has given us so much, and one of its most blissful offsprings…
Find the coolest babysitters in town!
Orcas is the first and the best way to recruit babysitters in Egypt! Just launched in…
Coushies: A Brand built by underprivileged female crafters
Yasmine El-Mehairy the brains behind SuperMama, one of the best family platforms in the Middle…
Cinema Etiquette: 7 Annoying Habits at the Movies
The whole world goes to the movies, but our experience is usually with a twist…
Raneem El Welily: “Squash Made Me A Fighter!”
There are currently many female athletes that are crushing it in their fields of competition,…
“He’d hit me and flip the dining table over if there was just a little extra salt in his food”
Getting a divorce is the greatest accomplishment of my life. It’s the thing that puts…
Which Sabe3 Gar Character Are You? Take The Quiz And Find Out Now!
1- You are attending a family and friends’ gathering on a typical friday, you are…
Finally A Plus-Size Blogger is Dominating the Egyptian Instagram Scene!
Plus-size fashion has boomed globally in the last four years thanks to models and actresses…
Fashion and beauty guru Zedified reveals her verdict on Garnier Pure Active face washes!
Radwa El-Ziki, better known as @zedified_ is one of the most popular bloggers taking the…
Creating beauty from devastation: Syrian refugee artist Mousa Alnana tells the hidden story of a war-torn land.
The bloody Syrian Civil War is now well into its 7th year, and in the…
Make your Wednesdays Special with Fairmont Heliopolis Aqua E Luce’s Seafood Buffet!
Alexandria is well-known for its succulent seafood dishes, made with fresh catches from the Mediterranean.…
Students make viral #MeToo video, leading the fight against sexual harassment!
The #MeToo campaign brought together women across borders and seas to tell their stories, shocking…
Swimming, Cycling and Running to Victory with Egypt’s First Ironwoman Khadiga Amin
Being an athlete is always going to be difficult, but for triathletes things are even…
8 Reasons why Ramadan in Egypt is better than anywhere else from Egyptians abroad
Egyptians have created a unique atmosphere for Ramadan that you most certainly won’t find anywhere…
A chat with Egyptian artist Sayed Arafat on his portrayal of sexual harassment in Egypt
Of all our society’s ugly truths, sexual harassment is usually on top of the list.…
‘Banat El Nas’, shines a powerful spotlight on daily sexual harassment in Egypt
Starting as a viral video of the looks and stares a girl casually walking down…
Kick Like A Girl: Meet the Female National Soccer Team!
Football tends to evoke a sense of unified happiness amongst Egyptians that reaches to immeasurable…
Ola Roshdy’s Weghet Mazar: A Portrayal of Motherhood Struggles
Ever since the introduction of reality TV shows, we’ve been wondering how ‘real’ these shows…
Egyptian Deena Mousa won NASA and Google awards!
Not only is she living proof that age is just a number, but the 17…
An Isolated Egyptian Fishing Town Becomes an Explosion of Art
At times, art inspires, at other times it expresses or beautifies or questions, but in…
8 Times Suzan Mubarak Made Us Giggle About the Dollar Crisis!
Suddenly, everybody is an economist. Couldn’t agree more, the care-free days! HAHAHAHA! And we’re also…
Banana Pancake is always healthier with Juhayna 4.5.6 Banana Biscuit Vanilla!
Ingredients: 1 Banana Biscuit Vanilla Juhayna 4.5.6 1½ cups flour 4 tsp baking powder…
Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies made with Juhayna 1.2.3 Vanilla Honey!
Ingredients: Cookie Batter: 1 Vanilla Honey Juhayna 1.2.3 2 ½ cups flour 1 tsp…
5 Benefits of Juhayna Flavored Kids Milk!
Just as Good as Plain Milk The main reason for parents’ concern is that…
Bedroom Design Ideas Based on Your Child’s Character!
As the new school year begins, so do household changes! One of such changes…
We Travel the World out of Passion, not Because we are Single
Living in an Arab society – more specifically the Egyptian society – comes with many…
7 Egyptian Paralympic Athletes Making us Proud
We witnessed three amazing Egyptian athletes come back home from the Rio2016 Olympic games with…
Cleo in the City: the Egyptian Fashion Blogger taking on New York
The fashion scene has recently been growing in the Arab World proving to be a…
7 Reasons Why the Youth Want to Escape Egypt
Dreamers, bright, restless, motivational, and active. These are amongst the many characteristics that can be…
An MP Shockingly goes Against the New FGM Amendment, as it does not Accommodate to males’ “Sexual Weakness”
Female genital mutilation is a big social and health problem being faced in Egypt. In…
“Feminism is about gender equality”, Amina Amr, Founder of 7ekoukik
When 18 year Amina Amr found out the true, terrible extent of gender inequality in…
Lessons I Learned from Refugee Single mothers
I have been working with refugees and asylum seekers in Egypt for three years now.…
A Mother’s Challenge: I Lost my Eye, but Happiness is A Decision
Shutterstock/ Dubova Every new mom faces a lot of challenges that either make or…
The Trials and Tribulations of Raising an Autistic Child in Egypt
Our society is great in many ways, and our people are known for…
Humans of Prickly Pears in Cairo, “we all go through good days and bad days”
Edited by Yara Alsayes One of the biggest perks of living in Egypt during…
“While you enjoy Barcelona, I have Vomit, Mud and Juice Spilled on Me!” A Letter from a Young Mum to her Single Friends
Have you noticed the increase in all these posts on Social Media about getting…
First Egyptian Makeup Artist to use Cruelty Free Products; Mariam Al Khosht!
Mariam is one of the first, if not only Egyptian, Makeup Artist to work…
Conscious Consumerism; About Time!
We often view consumerism in a negative light. This doesn’t come off as a…
5 Artists who Beautifully Empower Women!
When you scan the media these days, you’ll see lots of initiatives working for women…
6 Trendiest Food Carts in Egypt
Food carts in Egypt are nothing new; we’ve always had delicious street vendors. What’s new…
Funny Moments all New Moms have been Through!
Being a new mom is never easy; it comes with sleepless nights, a lot…
Sepultura are Performing Live in Egypt! Here’s 5 Reasons why this is Great News
Sepultura are arguably Brazil’s biggest musical export. The heavy metal band, whose name is Portuguese…
These Five Egyptians left for a “Better Offer” Abroad, was it Worth it?
Yes, we know the economy isn’t doing great in Egypt. As a matter of fact,…
Six Egyptian Men who have Raised the Feminist Banner!
It isn’t every day when we get to talk about men who have taken…
Having your Husband’s Picture on your Clutch, Cute or Too Cute? #FashionShaweesh
In what we are certain was a moment of absurd cuteness, Poussy Shalabi chose to…
5 Badass Egyptian Women with a Great Sense of Style
One of the most common misconceptions about feminists, or women who work in human rights…
Tried and Tested! 4 Delicious and Clean Syrian Food Street Vendors you Must Try
Desperate times call for desperate measures. Many Syrian refugees have unfortunately learned that the hard…
If F.R.I.E.N.D.S Lived in Egypt!
We all know and love Friends, but naturally we all wonder what would happen if…
Did you Ever Wonder about the Stories behind the Mosques on our Bank Notes?
Last year on my birthday I wanted to do something different, and being a heritage…
Print Pattern Brand Logos are No Longer “Cool”!
It seems like designer stores are in trouble because people don’t like their logo…
Makeup of Me, Myself, and Eye!
Eyes are windows to the soul, they say. And you want to take good care…
Your Ticket to Stress Relief in this Hectic World, Autogenic Training
First of all, let us explain what Autogenic training actually means. Autogenic training is a…
The Unforgettable Four Seasons Spa Experience
Four Seasons Nile Plaza introduced a brilliant idea, they send you a limousine to…
Paint your Dog and Save Hundreds of Stray Ones!
Walking in the street we see a group of dogs running out, wagging their tails,…
Send a Beautiful Loving Message This Mother’s Day with Azza Fahmy Jewellery
A new video was released by Azza Fahmy. One would imagine the video would feature…
Grief Therapy: Dealing with the loss of a loved one
Understanding a problem and actually facing it is usually the first step of solving it.…
Cairokee’s “Last Song” is One to Remember!
A great new single from our favorite Cairokee! Local band Cairokee are one of our…
To Veil, Unveil and Everything in Between
I have different pictures in my different official identification cards; passport, national ID, licenses …etc.…
The Egyptian Pound gets a Makeover by Mohamed Sherif El Dib
These past few months haven’t been the best for the Egyptian economy. Blow after blow…
The Secret Adventures of Hany Shaker, Demon Hunter
Hany Shaker closed the door behind him as he walked into his darkened living room.…
A Trend or an Investment; Giving Birth in the US!
It has been a largely growing trend that young Egyptian mothers go to the US…
6 Major Turnoffs in Egyptian Cinema
Dear script writers, please stop making your characters sound like whiny 14 year olds. No one is…
Farewell, Wonder Child
Today Egypt has lost one of its greatest entertainers. Fayrouz, born Perouz Artin Kalfayan, passed…
Joking or Not, You’ll go to Prison! When Condoms are No Longer Safe
We are living interesting times here in Egypt, times when the Government flaunts the freedom…
Evolution of a Married Woman’s Homewear During Winter
Baby it’s cold outside. So cold, that we can’t help but put on layers upon…
10 Ways your Grandparents are Screwing you Over
Grandparents, the nicest of all Earth species, their sole purpose in life is to make…
Hotel Zaatari: Helping Syrian Refugees with Art
Hotel Zaatari is a campaign that aims to help the Syrian refugees at Zaatari camp…
Fabulous Forty or Forty layers of Photoshop ?
Photo courtesy of 7 Days Magazine I’ve bumped into Ghada Adel more than once,…
I Saw My Neighbor Getting Circumcised!
That countryside house has always instilled a deep sense of terror within me. That terror…
Can’t Afford the Gym This Month? Check Out These Workout Tips If You Are Broke.
We all want to be fit, but it comes at a cost. Having a healthy…
Artistically Fizzy! See how creatives played with Mirinda’s cans on paper!
Last month, we’ve seen two anonymous super heroes conquering social media with their fun and…
A Woman in Science! Nashwa El Bendary
This year, Egyptian scientist Dr. Nashwa El- Bendary won the regional L’Oreal – UNESCO Fellowship…
Creatives who wrote their first film before 30!
Allow us to take a moment to give attention to the bright, talented men in…
Finding Serenity in the Corporate World… Marie Zarif tells about how Yoga Changed her Life
Marie Zarif has got an impressive resume in the corporate world. Her work as an…
Single Moms in Egypt… It’s Too Damn Hard!
Being a single mom is one of the hardest jobs, trying to be the good…
Keeping it Local! Egyptian Actresses who support Local Brands
We have been keeping an eye on the changing style of local stars and have…
Egypt’s Squash Pride and Joy, Raneem El Welily
The squash racket has been her best friend since the tender age of six years…
Everyone is talking about Berry Man and Peach Man! Can you guess who they really are?
The past couple of weeks witnessed a social media flood of “Berry Man” and “Peach…
10 Ways To Deal With Your Husband’s Football Obsession
Men are into football by nature, or at least most of them are. Whether you…