Minority voices in Upper Egypt
A publisher in Luxor who happens to be Christian shows how Egypt’s majority and minorities, despite growing tension, share similar dreams and fears.
Read More
luxor
Egypt’s needs are human, social and educational, not religious, says Islamist MP
Member of Parliament for Luxor AbdulMawgoud Dardery believes religion is a “personal issue”, and government’s job is to focus on collective challenges.
Read MoreIn the shadow of the pharaohs
Even though the downfall of Egypt’s modern “pharaoh” has scared tourists away, Luxor, the seat of Egypt’s ancient rulers is still well worth visiting.
Read MoreEgyptian takes four German tourists hostage
An Egyptian tour guide has taken four German tourists hostage in southern Egypt to try to use them as bargaining chips in a child-custody dispute with his German wife.
Read More