In celebration of the many achievements of Egyptian and Arab women over the years, Ahram Online republishes this article as part of a nine-day special series of gratitude and pride for women's achievements — from 8 March, which is International (...)
Whoever thinks that women should be confided to the comforts of their homes, 'like before', obviously has no idea about the good old days.
This second instalment in the series of articles on Women and Islam focuses on working women. The presented (...)
What do we know about women- jurists and muftis in Islam?
Whenever it comes to women and popular belief of Islam, the tone automatically deepens as the horizon dramatically narrows down to endless obligations, and accusations. Beyond the (...)
In memory of Said
THIS TUESDAY (1 November) sees the inauguration of "The Edward Said Memorial Lecture," to be delivered annually on the first of November, Said's birthday. Commemorating the life and work of the late distinguished (...)
Alexandria of the heart's mind
Alexandria is about to be hit by two million tourists. Keeping ahead of the crowds, Fatemah Farag looks at the current drive to rehabilitate the "bride of the Mediterranean" and finds a contest in which conservation, (...)
