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- [١٠ مسلسلات تخلص في قعدة](https://www.el-shai.com/10-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%aa%d8%ae%d9%84%d8%b5-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%82%d8%b9%d8%af%d8%a9/): لكل صحابنا اللي خلقهم ضيق ومالهمش في المسلسلات التركي والهندي اللي بتمتد إلى ما لا نهاية؛ دي ترشيحات لعشر مسلسلات تقدر تخلصها في قعدة واحدة.  And then there were none    لو بتحب (أجاثا كريستي) فالترشيح ده عشانك. المسلسل هو إعادة إحياء وتمثيل لرواية (أجاثا كريستي) الأشهر And then there were none أو بالعربي (ثم أختفي كل شيء). المسلسل أتنفذ بشكل متقن ومثير هيخليك تحب الرواية أكتر. عدد الحلقات: 3 Alice in Wonderland المسلسل هو النسخة الحديثة من قصة ديزني الشهيرة (أليس في بلاد العجائب) ولكن بشكل عصري بيركز على الفساد المجتمعي اللي بنعيشه. عدد الحلقات: 2 Self Made مبني على...
- [Break the Toxic Masculinity: 4 Habits Egyptian Men Need to Get into](https://www.el-shai.com/break-the-toxic-masculinity-4-habits-egyptian-men/): Have you ever wanted to do something, or take care of yourself in a way, but didn’t because it was deemed “unmanly” because of toxic masculinity? According to Merriam Webster, manliness is defined as having qualities associated with a man. Sometimes we find ourselves in need of doing things traditionally “unmanly”. However, should we feel guilty? Would it make me less of a man if I did any of these things? 2020 is the year of change &#8212; the year of wokeness if you will. However, as men, we can’t claim to &#8220;be woke&#8221; if we are drowning ourselves in toxic...
- [The Fear of Losing Our Addiction](https://www.el-shai.com/the-fear-of-losing-our-addiction/): When someone asks us what our biggest fear is, our mind starts to wander. We think, is it spiders? Clowns? Heights? Darkness? We think about the most superficial things that should not even be considered as real fears. We are not afraid of these things. We would just prefer to not be in a situation where we’d have to deal with them. It’s not fear. We’re merely trying to stay comfortable and keep our peace of mind. I personally think we all have one common fear. The Fear of Losing Our Addiction Addiction is the worst because it plays on our...
- [Opinion: As if 2020 Wasn't Confusing Enough; Nolan Brings Us "Tenet"](https://www.el-shai.com/nolan-brings-us-tenet/): We get it; every director has got a thing. Darren Aronofsky obsesses over death. Paul Thomas Anderson deals with masculine narcissism. Wes Anderson has something to do with observing families: Creepy much! But we love it. Yet Nolan has an obsession with the concept of time. We saw it in Inception, Interstellar and it was in its most refined in Momento. But in Dunkirk, the obsession took Nolan to a dangerous turn when he turned a war odyssey into a puzzle with three intriguing periods. The movie came out somewhat confusing, and it could work just fine with or without it. Yet...
- [Rawda Reda: The 10 Year Old Egyptian Self-Portrait Photographer](https://www.el-shai.com/rawda-reda-the-10-year-old-egyptian-self-portrait-photographer/): Talent; something someone might spend years trying to gain, while others are naturally born with it. One of those two are born with it is 10-year old Rawda Reda. Yes, you read that right; 10 years old! Rawda is from Sharqia, Egypt and started doing photography from her room as a way to pass time. She started posting her pictures on social media with no expectations and quickly started gaining a huge following and support from everyone online. If this is her art at 10, we can only imagine what will happen when she&#8217;s older! Follow Rawda on Facebook Follow on...
- [From Mawawel to Rap: The Timeline of Modern Shaabi Music](https://www.el-shai.com/from-mawawel-to-rap-the-timeline-of-modern-shaabi-music/): Pop music, aka, Shaabi music, in Egypt, has changed drastically in the last few years. From the authentic vocals and tunes of the boomers, like Adaweya, all the way to the electronic beats of the mahraganat and even rapping. Things drastically changed. How did this genre go from mawawel, to rap? First, we need to look at the golden era of the modern Shaabi music; the 80s The shaabi music in Egypt rose to fame in the 80s by the hands of Ahmed Adaweya, Hamdy Batshan, Abdelbaset Hammouda, and many others. This genre came from the heart of the Egyptian streets....
- [Watch: Man7os by Wegz; Our Generation's New Anthem!](https://www.el-shai.com/watch-man7os-by-wegz-our-generations-new-anthem/): Wegz is back at it again with his latest track Man7os (Jinxed), and the lyrics are so true, it hurts! While the track is good and all, the video makes everything better. It&#8217;s safe to say that this is his best video so far, and we&#8217;re happy he&#8217;s getting the production he deserves! Directed By: Mazen Ashraf Music Production: Sintax Mixing and Mastering: Nader Soliman Artist Manager: John Sadek DOP: Abdelrahman Latif Bass Synth Fx: Youssef Hassan Artist Assistant: Yasser Mohamed Gaffer: Mohamed Fathy Stylist: Israa Fekr iPost Production: VIVD Studios Edited by: Hussien Mokhtar Colorist: Sami Nasser VFX: Mohamed Rabei Assistant Editor: Abdelrahman Sameh Assistant Colorist: Adham Abdelnasser Follow Wegz https://www.instagram.com/wegzofficial/ Follow Sintax https://www.instagram.com/sintaxmusic/ Follow...
- [2020 Summer Tune: Man Makes Electronic Music Out of Fruits!](https://www.el-shai.com/2020-summer-tune-man-makes-electronic-music-out-of-fruits/): And the crazy side of the internet, French DJ Mezer released his new tune; Watermelon. Just like its name, the tune is made entirely out of watermelon, kiwis and cantaloupe. Surprisingly, however, the tune ain&#8217;t&#8217; that bad. It&#8217;s kinda cool, actually. The catch is that the whole thing is made as a sponsored ad for a device called &#8220;Playtron&#8221;. Playtron is a new type of music device that you can connect to fruits and play electronic music using online synthesizers or use it as a MIDI controller with any music software and conductive objects. Why does this device exist? We&#8217;re not...
- [8 Best Places to Visit in Egypt you Never Knew About!](https://www.el-shai.com/best-places-to-visit-in-egypt/): Egypt is a magical country as we all know, and it contains lots and lots of places that are located all around it and all around its governates. Here&#8217;s your guide to 8 Places to Visit in Egypt! El Minya El Minya is an archaeological place and is filled with many magical places. &nbsp;Tell el-Amarna If you&#8217;re fond of archaeology then this place is for you, it was used to be called Akhenaton City. Port Saied Suez Canal Building Port Saied is known for its magical buildings, it has a diversity Italian, Greek, British, and French architecture; so if you fond...
- [Watch: Ahmed Shobier Announces the disappearance of the AFCON](https://www.el-shai.com/watch-ahmed-shobier-announces-the-disappearance-of-the-afcon/): https://www.facebook.com/ShobierOfficial/videos/771592233641823/ Commentator and former national team player Ahmed Shobier announced on his show on ONTV that the African Cup of Nations that Egypt kept after winning the 2006, 2008 and 2010 championship is somehow lost. The Cup was held with the Egyptian football association, and after they decided to create a museum, they realised the cup was in fact lost. Some thought that former team captain Ahmed Hassan kept it, but he denied the claims and no documents were found stating that he ever took it. Until now, the cup&#8217;s whereabouts remain a mystery.
- [Nicolas Mouawad Joins "A3det Regala" as Well as Several Other Projects!](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-joins-a3det-regala-as-well-as-several-other-projects/): After OSN posted the teasers, it&#8217;s been announced that Lebanese heartthrob Nicolas Mouawad will be one of the new hosts of &#8220;A3det Regala&#8221; third season, along with Syrian actor Qays Sheikh, and Egyptian actor/singer Khaled Selem. A3det Regala&#8217;s third season will air on OSN September 26th. The pre-recorded show was filmed during July 2020, and some of the guest stars will include Asala, Nelly Karim, Nadin Nesib Negim, and everyone&#8217;s favourite diva Fifi Abdo! We can&#8217;t wait to be sipping on a cup of tea and watch that episode! Other than A3det Regla, Nicolas is currently filming the final scenes for...
- [SAT Exams are Cancelled until further notice in Egypt, putting the future of students in jeopardy](https://www.el-shai.com/sat-exams-are-cancelled-until-further-notice-in-egypt-putting-the-future-of-students-in-jeopardy/): 3rd of September, 2020:  Dr Tariq Shawky, Minister of Education, announced on his Facebook page the dates for the ACT exams during the coming period for American diploma students, and confirmed that ACTs will be enough for students to enrol in universities. Registration for the next &#8220;ACT test&#8221; will be available from the 11th till the 12 of September. Registration is to be done online: https://my.act.org As for the ACT International Subject, registration will be on the 18th and 19th of September. Registration through this link: https://connecme.com/exams/ Shawky confirmed that the ACT tests are online tests approved in Egypt for American...
- [Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and his family test positive for COVID-19](https://www.el-shai.com/dwayne-the-rock-johnson-and-his-family-test-positive-f/): View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dwayne Johnson (@therock) Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson reveals on his Instagram that he tested positive for COVID-19 last month, as well as his wife and two daughters. &#8220;I can tell you that this has been one of the most challenging and difficult things we have ever had to endure as a family, and for me personally too. Testing positive for COVID-19 is a lot different than recovering from nasty injuries, getting evicted or being broke, which I&#8217;ve been more than a few times.&#8221; Johnson also said that they all recovered.
- [Watch: American Illusionist David Blaine Performs real life "Up"](https://www.el-shai.com/watch-american-illusionist-david-blaine-performs-real-life-up/): David Blaine redefines magic once again for an unprecedented live event at a time when the world could use a positive distraction. Bringing wonder, hope and untethered possibility, David tackles his most ambitious and revolutionary feat yet. The illusionist has successfully completed his latest stunt, Ascension, in which he flew over the Arizona desert using helium balloons. The stunt was originally planned to be New York, but was to Arizona because of weather concerns and logistical issues. Blaine used around 50 helium-filled balloons to complete the stunt. The 47-year-old partnered with YouTube Originals for the feat dubbed &#8220;Ascension,&#8221; which Blaine said was inspired by...
- [A Teacher Taunts Former Student and Continues to Bully her on Facebook](https://www.el-shai.com/a-teacher-taunts-former-student-and-continues-to-bully-her-on-facebook/): Amidst all the negativity that&#8217;s been happening recently, I took it upon myself to not write, or even publish, anything negative today. We all needed some positivity, and that was the plan; publish positive articles. But then, I came across this Facebook post, and oh boy&#8230; Where do we even begin? https://www.facebook.com/jomana.tito/posts/3803818399646127 For those who are too lazy to read or watch what&#8217;s in this post, we&#8217;ll summarise it for you. A girl innocently shared this post, implying that most math teachers are bullies. Her math teacher, however, tried to dispute this. How, you might ask? By bullying her ex-student, of...
- [Egyptian Photographer Portrays the Modern World's 7 Dead Sin](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-photographer-portrays-the-modern-worlds-7-dead-sin/): We&#8217;ve seen time and time again artists portraying the 7 deadly sins, and we reached the point of thinking maybe nothing interesting will come out of it again. However, Egyptian Photographer Ahmed Khaled surprised everyone in a series of self-portraits with a unique spin on the 7 deadly sins concept by linking it to our everyday used apps. Ahmed Khaled is not just a brilliant photographer, he&#8217;s also one of the best, if not the best, Egyptian photography Youtubers with over 200k subscribers. Modern World 7 Deadly SinsSocial media have become in fact a true reflection of our characters, our personalities...
- [Daud Kim: How a K-Pop Star Used Converting to Islam to be Protected after Rape Attempt](https://www.el-shai.com/daud-kim-k-pop-star-islam-rape/): Daud Kim, a Youtuber followed by millions, and former K-Pop&nbsp;singer listened by millions too, accused of raping a girl, and he confirmed it in a video. At first, let us know who Daud Kim really is. Daud Kim, formally known as Kim Kyun-woo , known professionally as Jay, is a South Korean singer, actor and Youtuber. He is a member of EDM trio TraxX and a former member of SM Entertainment&#8217;s project group SM The Ballad. In September 2019, Kim appeared in a video announcing that he&#8217;s converting to Islam and he deleted all his youtube videos except for the one...
- [How COVID-19 Made Study-Work Balance Possible In Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/how-covid-19-made-study-work-balance-possible-in-egypt/): Finding study-work balance sure can be hectic, but not impossible. As a young adult who&#8217;s enrolled in a university with attendance requirements, keeping a job alongside may come off as energy-draining and/or distracting. Still, your desire for the feeling of independence and achievement you gain through working controls you. Your heart is set on several goals; being a good student, getting good if not exceptional marks, graduating at the expected time all while being the employee of the month at your job. Dear working undergraduates, we&#8217;re in the same boat. As Egyptian university students, we face a lot of pressure from...
- [No, You Do NOT Understand My Grief!](https://www.el-shai.com/no-you-do-not-understand-my-grief/): Grief is hard for everyone, and we’ve all been through it. However, everyone’s personal experience with pain is different. We aren’t the same. What we lost isn’t the same. Reacting to it isn’t the same. Nor are we reacting the same. This is why you can’t tell me how to grieve. You can’t put a time stamp on how long the process should take. Your previous experience isn’t the same as what I’m going through. You don&#8217;t understand my grief. But you can have compassion and empathy. You can be there for me! You need to be there for those who...
- [Ruining your Favorite Movies: Zarf Tarek](https://www.el-shai.com/ruining-your-favorite-movies-zarf-tarek/): I remember attending a film-making workshop with one of Egypt&#8217;s most prominent film critics, and he said &#8220;all your favourite movies are problematic, and most of the protagonists are the real villains. This line changed my life because since then, I can barely enjoy any movie. And because I&#8217;m not going to suffer alone, I decided to keep ruining your favourite movies as well, starting with the Zarf Tarek. Zarf Tarek is one of the movies that define Egypt&#8217;s modern comedy. It turned Ahmed Helmy from just another comedian to a legend. Zarf Tarek is a great comedy movie, with millions...
- [The Stairway to Healthy Hair: Your Guide on your Natural Hair Game!](https://www.el-shai.com/healthy-hair-your-guide-on-your-natural-hair-game/): I remember when I was young, I loved how my hair was natural and had a wavy look. I didn&#8217;t feel pressured to straighten my hair during important occasions to look proper. As I started getting older, I felt the pressure of going with the flow and straightening my hair to fit in. Now I dare to break the norm and go out with my natural hair without any pressure of being judged. Not just me, but most people now are embracing their natural hair. For some motivation, here are some celebrities that encourage the natural hair movement. We&#8217;ve always seen...
- [All The MTV VMAs Performances -- Non-Youtube Links for the "Aliens"](https://www.el-shai.com/all-the-mtv-vmas-performances-non-youtube-links-for-the-aliens/): If you&#8217;re one of the people who wanted to watch the MTV VMAs&#8217; social distant award show, but can&#8217;t watch it on Youtube because &#8220;it&#8217;s unavailable in your region&#8221;, then you&#8217;re in luck! MTV posted all the performances to their Twitter account, and we got it all for you! Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande https://twitter.com/vmas/status/1300239294553038848 BTS 💥@BTS_twt just LIT UP the 2020 #VMAs with #BTS_Dynamite THAT. WAS. INCREDIBLE! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/Fqrjr4xKFG &mdash; Video Music Awards (@vmas) August 31, 2020 Maluma 🌺@MALUMA BABY!!!🌺 He just stole my heart with that #VMA performance of ‘Hawái’ 😍 pic.twitter.com/xeHLbTm8OB &mdash; Video Music Awards (@vmas) August 31,...
- [أخطر ١٠ فاك بويز في السينما الأمريكية](https://www.el-shai.com/10-fuck-boys-american-cinema/): لما يكون الكلام عن الرومانسية، فمش كلنا أذواقنا واحدة. لو ذوقك هو الفام بوي اللي مقطع السمكة وديلها، فدي ترشيحات لعشر أفلام لأخطر باد بويز في السينما الأمريكية.
- [Post-Quarantine Depression: 8 Habits to Get Out of a Rut Now](https://www.el-shai.com/post-quarantine-depression-8-habits-to-get-out-of-a-rut-now/): It&#8217;s not easy to get yourself stuck in a rut, especially during and after the quarantine. The problem, however, is that in general, you don&#8217;t find yourself in a rut overnight. It&#8217;s something that builds up over months, or maybe even years. It&#8217;s just that the lockdown was, more or less, the cherry on top! Getting out of it is tricky, and usually takes time. However, you can start by making baby steps. Every day, or even every couple of days, you can begin introducing little things to your life. Build a positive routine, and slowly get yourself out of the...
- [10 Fashion Tips for the Dreaded 2020 Summer!](https://www.el-shai.com/10-fashion-tips-for-the-dreaded-2020-summer/): It has been a hard year for all of us. I mean, humanity almost died of a pandemic. Not exactly the usual stuff! We want a vacation!! And we want it on the beach. So here are your 10 fashion tips to slay that 2020 summer beach vacation!
- [Tamer Hosny & Esseily Go Full on Sexist for the Summer!](https://www.el-shai.com/tamer-hosny-esseily-go-full-on-sexist-for-the-summer/): Why have a sexy summer when you can have a sexist summer, amiright? In their first duet, the ever-so-problematic Tamer Hosny, along with Esseily, who&#8217;s usually just there, release a new summer &#8220;hit&#8221; that&#8217;s shot in Sahel to &#8220;promote Egypt&#8221;. Funny enough, the 7 minutes video, directed by the man himself, Mr Hosny, starts with the men texting each other that they&#8217;re about to get married and should delete the pictures of the women on their phone. They proceed to say that they&#8217;re marrying kind women, but they&#8217;re crazy. I mean, how crazy is it that you might get upset that...
- [جوجو و موجو: يوم القيامه اكس ماكس](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%ac%d9%88-%d9%88-%d9%85%d9%88%d8%ac%d9%88-%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%87-%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%b3-%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%b3/): لو لسه متعرفش عن اجدد احداث ليوم القيامه اتفضل معنا شوف جوجو و موجو هيعملو فينا ايه الحوار كله ابتدا من هنا و طبعا الميمز ابتدت
- [Saad Lamjarred: The Story of The Celebrated Rapist](https://www.el-shai.com/saad-lamjarred-the-story-of-the-celebrated-rapist/): We&#8217;ve had enough of rapists around us that are hiding behind their popularity. Saad Lamjarredd committed more than three rape incidents and harassments. First, take a look at this criminal profile. In 2010, he was charged with sexual assault and rape, and he was arrested in New York; later then, he left the USA to avoid these charges. In 2016, Another rape incident was filed against him. Also in August 2018, Lamjarred was accused of raping a French woman and was kept in custody. He paid a bail of $175,450 and was allowed to leave custody. Let me tell you what...
- [Braids in Egypt: Your Ultimate Guide for the Perfect Braid!](https://www.el-shai.com/braids-in-egypt-guide/): Braids in Egypt have always been a part of our culture; from the pharaohs to the women of Upper Egypt, to the beauties of Nubia, all the way to the well-known school braid we all had in middle school. By the time, however, braids started losing their cool. Luckily, the heat-free, natural, curly hair movements have been taking over, and braids are finally making a strong comeback. We&#8217;re not just talking about regular braids, but also protective hairstyles and braids as well. Box braids, in particular, have been popular recently. The History of Braids in Egypt: Now for those politically correct...
- [Christina Aguilera Remakes Mulan's Reflection 22 Years Later](https://www.el-shai.com/christina-aguilera-remakes-mulans-reflection-22-years-later/): 90s kids, rejoice! Christina Aguilera has remade your favourite Disney song, “Reflection”, for the live-action version of Mulan. With a significant time between both songs &#8212; 22 years to be exact &#8212; we grew up, Aguilera, who was only 17 years old when the original version was released, grew up and it&#8217;s both wholesome and scary! “My new rendition of Mulan’s Reflection is out now! I am at a place of new beginnings in my life and set out to embrace the woman I’ve become, having grown up in this business, till now. So this song always resonates and represents exciting...
- [عزيزي الرجل، المجتمع في صفك سواء كنت متحرشًا أو تم التحرش بك. أهذا هو العدل؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%b2%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%ac%d9%84%d8%8c-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ac%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b5%d9%81%d9%83-%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d9%83%d9%86%d8%aa-%d9%85%d8%aa/): شهدت سنة 2020 ثورة مجتمعية بفضل قوة السوشيال ميديا ضد التحرش والاغتصاب. بدأ الموضوع بحساب على انستجرام بيوضح فيه حدوث حالات اغتصاب متتالية من شخص واحد على مدار السنين. حالة الانقسام في الرأي العام كانت مرعبة. جزء بيلقي الضوء على جرائم الاغتصاب وبيطالب بالعدل والقصاص، والجزء التاني متعاطف مع الجاني وشايفين ان حرام مستقبله يضيع وبيلوموا الضحايا على اسهامهم في الحوادث دي. الوعي زاد شوية مع الوقت ولما قصة الاغتصاب الشهيرة في أحد فنادق مصر طلعت للنور، لوم الضحايا كان أقل شوية، بس البحث عن فيديو للحادثة على المواقع الاباحية كان متصدر أكثر الكلمات بحثًا. وده شئ مريض لا يمكن السكوت...
- [لبدنك عليك حق – 5 حاجات مهمة بخصوص صحة الجسم](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%af%d9%86%d9%83-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%83-%d8%ad%d9%82-5-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%85%d9%87%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%ae%d8%b5%d9%88%d8%b5-%d8%b5%d8%ad%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84/): معظمنا مش بياخد باله من عادات كتير فيها تقليل من صحة الجسم. كمية أعذار بنقولها لنفسنا لا حصر ليها زي انا لسه صغير، ايه يعني لما اسهر لحد الصبح، ايه مشكلة اني اشرب ده او آكل البيتزا دي لوحدي مانا مضايق. وهكذا. طبعا أنا بتكلم عن نفسي، وممكن فيه كام حد فيكوا يبقى عندوا الأفكار دي. جملة &#8220;لبدنك عليك حق&#8221; مش راضية تطلع من دماغي بقالها شوية وخلتني أفكر كتير في عاداتي وأسلوب حياتي. هو احنا فاكرين نفسنا بنضحك على مين؟ فكر فيها شوية، لما بتسوق عربيتك من غير ما تعملها صيانه بتفتحلك بقها. تخيل بقا لما ده يكون جسمك انت...
- [Netflix Officially announces a Live-action Series For Resident Evil](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-officially-announces-a-live-action-series-for-resident-evil/): Netflix’s home of all things geek &#8211; confirmed today that a scripted live-action series inspired by Capcom’s massive Resident Evil franchise is coming to Netflix. Building on one of the most popular, best-selling survival horror video games of all time, Resident Evil will tell a brand new story across two timelines: In the first timeline, fourteen-year-old sisters Jade and Billie Wesker are moved to New Raccoon City. A manufactured, corporate town, forced on them right as adolescence is in full swing. But the more time they spend there, the more they come to realize that the town is more than it...
- [Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom welcomed their first child and call for a good cause!](https://www.el-shai.com/katy-perry-and-orlando-bloom-welcomed-their-first-child-and-call-for-a-good-cause/): Singer Katy Perry and Actor Orlando Bloom just welcomed their first child together to the world! Daisy Dove Bloom The announcement was done on the UNICEF Instagram account, as both Perry and Bloom are goodwill ambassadors. “We are floating with love and wonder from the safe and healthy arrival of our daughter,” Katy and Orlando told the UNICEF.⠀⠀ The couple took the announcement to raise awareness about how newborns are affected currently due to COVID, and asked their fans to donate to the UNICEF. “But we know we’re the lucky ones and not everyone can have a birthing experience as peaceful...
- [FBI 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Yaser Abdel Said Now in Custody for the Murder of his Daughters](https://www.el-shai.com/fbi-most-wanted-fugitive-yaser-abdel-said-custody/): Yaser Abdel Said, a capital murder suspect wanted in connection with the homicide of his two teenage daughters, Amina and Sarah, was taken into custody without incident today in Justin, Texas, by the FBI’s Dallas Field Office. Said was placed on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list on December 4, 2014. Said is currently in federal custody and will soon be transferred to Dallas County. “The FBI-led Dallas Violent Crimes Task Force has worked tirelessly to find Yaser Abdel Said. These experienced investigators never gave up on their quest to find him and pledged to never forget the young victims...
- [Gigi Hadid Shows Baby Bump in New Maternity Shoot](https://www.el-shai.com/gigi-hadid-shows-baby-bump-in-new-maternity-shoot/): Supermodel Gigi Hadid just posted the first pictures of her baby bump in a maternity shoot posted to her Instagram account. The 25-year-old model is expecting her first child with singer Zayn Malik this fall. Hadid commented &#8220;Cherishing this time. appreciate all the love &amp; well wishes ♡ will never forget creating these special images,&#8221; and credited photographers Liugi and Iango, stylist Gabriella Karefa-Johnson and makeup artist Erin Parsons.
- [How I Learned to Heal Myself After I was Left Broken](https://www.el-shai.com/how-i-learned-heal-myself-after-i-was-left-broken/): Some of us may have had their heart broken once or twice, but have you experienced a breakup that tormented you? Making you question the foundation of life? After opening up to someone who&#8217;s not on the same emotional level as you during the whole relationship, or even just a small part of it, we&#8217;ve all been there. When you invest a lot of yourself in a relationship, it seems like an impossible process to move on from an ex. We go through a range of emotions. You are starting from denial, pain, rejection until you come to accept the reality...
- [Every Single Egyptian Rape Victim Story in Just One: Menna Abdelaziz ](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-rape-victim-story-in-one-menna-abdelaziz/): 17-year-old Menna Abdelaziz used her platform and released a video of herself, beaten and bruised. She discussed how she had been raped and abused by Mazen Ibrahim, a “friend”. She mentioned that her female friends had set it up and filmed it. At the mention of the rape video being published online, she started to cry and demand she receives justice.  It All Started With A Video According to Egyptian streets, “Menna was physically assaulted by one of her male friends following an altercation with another female friend. Investigators also revealed that the young man then stole her phone and money,...
- [Influencers in Egypt: 10 Essential Tips on Influencers Marketing](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-work-with-influencers-in-egypt/): So you want to work with Influencers in Egypt? With TV and magazine advertisement and marketing dying, and digital marketing is where it&#8217;s at. However, the problem is that the digital market is ever so progressing, it&#8217;s hard for many to &#8220;study&#8221; it and set a strategy without having to actually work in it. In recent years, one of the digital marketing platforms has been influencers marketing, with little to no rules set for it by the marketeers and businesses themselves. The influencers market became a multi-billion industry, with several becoming some of the most influential (no pun intended) people in...
- [How I Dedicated the Quarantine to Loving Myself](https://www.el-shai.com/how-i-dedicated-the-quarantine-to-loving-myself/): Like most, I lived a busy life in the B.C. days &#8211; aka Before Corona. I was too busy to fix anything wrong with my life. I did not make time for &#8220;self-care.&#8221; I used to go out almost every day after work. Partying was a sacred weekend activity. Social events took place every other week; varying between birthdays and weddings. But then, COVID-19 hit us harder than that dreaded February storm (remember that storm?). We ended up working from home, our physical hangouts became virtual, and all the time we spent commuting between locations transformed into long hours of tv...
- [Cairo International Film Festival to honour Wahid Hamed with the Golden Pyramid Award for lifetime achievement](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-to-honour-wahid-hamed-with-the-golden-pyramid-award-for-lifetime-achievement/): Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) will be honouring Egyptian screenwriter Wahid Hamed in the opening ceremony of its 42nd edition with the Golden Pyramid Award for Lifetime Achievement for a career that spanned over five decades, during which he wrote over 40 films and 30 television and radio series, most of them garnering commercial and critical success. His works have won numerous awards in festivals locally and internationally. Two of his films were picked for the acclaimed list of the best 100 Egyptian films in the 20th century; Sherif Arafa’s ‘Al-Laab Maa al-Kobar’ (Playing with Giants, 1991) and Atef El-Tayeb’s ‘Al-Baree’...
- [Guide: Find the Perfect Swimsuit in Egypt for your Body-Type](https://www.el-shai.com/perfect-swimsuit-in-egypt-for-your-body-type/): Every season there’s a struggle, from layering up clothes during chilling cold winters to picking the perfect summer dress for a summer picnic. Let me tell you, the struggle may be real, but it’s a shared one. That’s how we know that choosing the perfect swimsuit in Egypt is not an easy task. Each body is different, but indeed equally beautiful and you can wear and definitely rock any swimsuit. It all depends on how it makes you feel. Here, we give you tips on how to pick the perfect swimsuit in Egypt for your figure, to have you dancing your...
- [Even after winning the Golden Globes, Ramy Youssef's grandpa is still disappointed](https://www.el-shai.com/even-after-winning-the-golden-globes-ramy-youssefs-grandpa-is-disappointed/): American Egyptian actor Ramy Youssef just shared on his Instagram his grandfather&#8217;s reaction to holding his Golden Globes. And in the most Arabic fashion, his grandfather expressed his disappointment about Ramy not graduating from university. Not just that, but his gedo thinks it won&#8217;t be worth it unless he wins the Emmy&#8217;s, cause Ramy Malek ain&#8217;t better than his Ramy! https://www.instagram.com/p/CESiwdSJnmg/?igshid=1l0ux2wm8sa5j Ramy Youssef is known for his role in the Hulu hit show Ramy, which gave him his first Golden Globes. Ramy is also nominated for not one, but TWO Emmy&#8217;s this year, with one for Outstanding Lead Actor in a...
- [How a Cliched Show like Netflix's Anne with an E is Now Breaking the Internet](https://www.el-shai.com/how-a-cliched-show-like-anne-with-an-e-is-now-breaking-the-internet/): When it comes to TV shows, we usually steer away from cliches. Now imagine a show that&#8217;s nothing but a cliche, yet it somehow managed to grow a huge fanbase. So much so, that after it&#8217;s cancellation, a petition of over a million viewers demanded the show&#8217;s renewed. Even Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds and English singer Sam Smith tweeted in support of the series. We&#8217;re talking about Anne with an E; a Canadian episodic TV show that adapted from the children&#8217;s literature of Anne of Green Gables. We love the show, and every cliché Anne with an E gave us! Why?...
- [How do you promote a failed play? You kill them with kindness!](https://www.el-shai.com/how-do-you-promote-a-failed-play-you-kill-them-with-kindness/): You know what&#8217;s a guaranteed recipe for disaster? Having a play for Aladdin starring a problematic middle-aged man during a pandemic. Honestly, this whole play is confusing, to say the least. Why have Ahmed Ezz, a man in his 50 probably play the role of a teenager? Why his co-star be young enough to be his daughter? Why cast the whitest actress in the country to play the role of Jasmine? Just so many questions! Our main issue, however, is having Ahmed Ezz cast in a children&#8217;s play amidst the &#8220;Me too&#8221; movement. Instead of holding him accountable, he&#8217;s being celebrated...
- [Your Path to a Guaranteed Slow Paced Progress into Minimalism](https://www.el-shai.com/your-path-to-slow-paced-progress-into-minimalism/): We have all seen the way Minimalism has been seeping through everything in life, from furniture to fashion, to music, and even visual arts; all lead it to become the dominant style in modern arts. However, Minimalism was not meant to be an aesthetic trend; it originated as a lifestyle concept to simplify and declutter the noise out of our lives. A means to an end, if you may. Let me elaborate on that: Studies have shown that the busier the view your eyes see, the more active your mind becomes and the less efficient and peaceful it is. A simple...
- [Newsflash: Facebook groups owners are LYING to you!](https://www.el-shai.com/newsflash-facebook-groups-owners-are-lying-to-you/): I remember once finding a Facebook post by the founder of a &#8220;ladies group&#8221; where she was writing a negative review on an indie online store that sells pyjamas. The woman was complaining to her group&#8217;s members that the owner was rude to her, but that wasn&#8217;t the reason she was writing the negative review. See, this woman, who we&#8217;ll call Karen, was upset that on the website it says that the delivery is within 24 hours, but it&#8217;s been four days, with weekends included, and she still didn&#8217;t receive her stuff. Mind you; this was during the peak of the...
- [Shei - A Story About Rape: A Film By Nada Nassar](https://www.el-shai.com/shei-a-story-about-rape-a-film-by-nada-nassar/): View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nada Nassar (@nadanassar13) source Director: @nadanassar13 Cinematographer: @onayef Post Production: @khaledfahmy89 Mixing &amp; Mastering: @auf_musiicc Life Coach: @fayedr Producer: @ghaliaelsayegh Ana Kopitar @itzshei
- [Things Women Need to Know Before Exposing their Harassers](https://www.el-shai.com/women-need-to-know-before-exposing-their-harassers/): We are now, finally, at a time where the #metoo movement is dominating, and more and more victims are coming forward with their assault stories. More people are encouraging victims to come forward with their stories and expose their harassers, but before you do speak out, there are some crucial things you need to know. While none of what happened is your fault, you will still face some struggles when you speak out. Not many expect the consequence &#8211; I know I didn&#8217;t know when I spoke out &#8211; which is why we want to give you all the possible scenarios...
- [Why I'm Done With Those Who Did NOT Respect the Pandemic!](https://www.el-shai.com/why-im-done-with-who-did-not-respect-the-pandemic/): Coming into 2020, no one would&#8217;ve suspected that the virus, Covid-19 (aka Corona Virus) spreading in China, would spread worldwide &#8211;literally. But, people reacted differently; some panicked, while others didn&#8217;t care or respect the pandemic. Heck, you got the United States of America president not to believe in the seriousness of the virus. While everyone is entitled to their opinion, I am also entitled to mine. And now I think that I genuinely can&#8217;t trust or respect anyone who wasn&#8217;t taking precautions during the pandemic. I&#8217;m not saying everyone should&#8217;ve panicked, but we should have done at least the bare minimum. We...
- [Mohamed Ashraf: Where Do we Draw the Line with Comedy in Egypt?](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-ashraf-comedy-in-egypt/): Egypt prides itself with being the land of comedy. Throughout modern history, comedy has been one of the Egyptian cultures&#8217; most prominent things. As for comedians, they&#8217;ve always been considered legends. Because of that, we always took comedy at face value. We never really thought about its content. Our biggest living comedian now is Adel Imam; a man who&#8217;s the only shtick is misogyny and hitting on women young enough to be his grandkids. But we still laugh and make him a legend. I mean&#8230;Ramez Galal doesn&#8217;t just have a job that pays the bills, but he&#8217;s a multi-millionaire, despite using...
- [ستار اكاديمي: فين النجوم بتوع الموسم الأول دلوقت](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a8%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84/): في سنة 2003 طلعلنا برنامج ستار أكاديمي، اللي كان مكسر الدنيا وقتها وعامل أضخم نجاح اعلامي في الوطن العربي. البرنامج كان بيجمع شباب موهوبين من الوطن العربي كله، في مبني من تلات أدوار في لبنان، مع مدربين وبيخليهم يتنافسوا علشان يطلع منهم واحد كل اسبوع ، بتصويت الجمهور، لحد ما نوصل للنهائي والفائز. شهرة البرنامج ترجع لأنه كان بيصور المواهب لايف وبيعرضها علي قناة خاصة بيه، وكانت حياتهم اليومية في الأكاديمية بتوصلنا لحظة بلحظة. بقينا بنتفرج علي أول Reality TV في الوطن العربي وبنستمع باللحظات الخاصة والدراما وأحياناً الفضايح اللي بتتعرض علي الشاشة لايف. عدي 17 سنة علي الموسم الأول من...
- [أنصاف مجانين بطولة أحمد خالد صالح و أسماء جلال و صدقي صخر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%94%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%a7%d9%81-%d9%85%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%94%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%ae%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af-%d8%b5%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad-%d8%a7%d9%94%d8%b3%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%ac/): نشر الفنان صدقي صخر على صفحته الرسمية على انستجرام صور له تجمعه بأبطال مسلسل &#8220;أنصاف مجانين&#8221; أحمد خالد صالح وأسماء جلال وعلق عليها &#8220;احنا مش انصاف مجانين احنا مجانين بالكامل&#8221;. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sedky Sakhr (@sedkysakhr) ويقوم صدقي صخر في مسلسل &#8220;أنصاف مجانين&#8221; بدور حازم وهو ابن خالة أسماء جلال الذي يقف بجوار قريبته ويعمل على توطيد علاقته بها ولكن تتطور الاحداث بطريقة لا يرغب بها ويحاول التغلب على ذلك. المسلسل مقتبس من رواية &#8220;أنصاف مجانين&#8221; المعروفة، للكاتبة السعودية د. شيماء شريف، والتى تروى حكاية أنس الذى يخضع لعملية زراعة قلب، ويبدأ بعد العملية بسماع...
- [Netflix wraps production on the First Abla Fahita Show “Drama Queen” to be Aired in 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-abla-fahita-drama-queen/): Netflix, the world&#8217;s leading streaming entertainment service, announced that Season one of Abla Fahita Series “Drama Queen”, has officially wrapped production. The Netflix Arabic original series is set for release in the first half of 2021. Drama Queen is produced by OKWRD Productions, in cooperation with ASAP Productions &amp; Executive producer Amin El Masri. The series’s confirmed cast includes Abla Fahita, her daughter Caro and her son Boudi, Bassem Samra, Donia Maher, and Osama Abdalla. The series is directed by Khaled Marei and written by Abla Fahita with the participation of Muhammad Al-Gamal, George Azmy, Dina Maher, Sarah Murad, and Mahmoud...
- [Egyptian fans can’t get enough of K-Pop on Spotify](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-fans-cant-get-enough-of-k-pop-on-spotify/): 2020 has been yet another monumental year for K-Pop around the world. Driven by social media fan frenzy and Korean TV dramas, the Korean Wave—an increase in global popularity of South Korean culture—has broken through to Egypt and beyond. From K-Drama hits like “Dr. Romantic” to “Don’t Dare to Dream”, Egyptians’ love for K-pop and Korean entertainment is unstoppable and it seems that the similarities between both cultures—close-knitted family bonds, respect for the elderly and the community—are deepening that bond. Today, Spotify is paying homage to K-Pop and celebrating its success by delving into Spotify listening data for some of its...
- [لورديانة: الرقاصة اللي قلبت السوشيال ميديا في مصر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%82%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%b4%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%84-%d9%85/): فيديو واحد من لورديانة، طالعلنا في كل حتة علي السوشيال ميديا وعامل قلبان. في الفيديو واحدة بترقص في بيوتي سنتر، والبنت كيوت أوي وقمراية ورقصها حلو والناس ما صدقت بقي وهاتك يا شير لحد ما الدنيا اتقلبت. مين لورديانة اللي في الفيديو دي؟ لورديانة هي رقاصة مقيمة في مصر لكن معاها الجنسية البرازيلية. من الأكونت بتاعها من الواضح انها بتحب الطبيعة والسفر جداً وليها صور وسط الغابات ومع الحيوانات. وكمان من الواضح انها بتحب تزور الاماكن الاثرية زي المعابد في اثينا واهرامات الجيزة. بداية لورديانة علي السيوشيال ميديا في مصر عملت قناة علي اليوتيوب وصفحة علي انستجرام، سنة 2015، علشان تعمل...
- [Kelos Launches its 2020 collection “Explore” in a dazzling design Ceremony](https://www.el-shai.com/kelos-launches-its-2020-collection-explore-in-a-dazzling-design-ceremony/): As we walked up the stairs of a beautiful rustic building in downtown Cairo, we were welcomed by strings of light and jazzy vibes as we approached the rooftop. Live saxophone music was playing as we met the laughing and chattering crowds who came for Kelos’s new collection launch party. Kelos, one of Egypt’s leading handmade glass companies, celebrated the launch of their new 2020 collection on the 12th of October. Kelos asked four of the most well-known design houses to collaborate with them in their 2020 collection “Explore”. The five design houses (Kelos, Cherif Morsi, Mahally by Mona Hussien, Kari...
- [StartEgypt Hosts First Female Founders Forum to Inspire Entrepreneurs](https://www.el-shai.com/startegypt-hosts-first-female-founders-forum-to-inspire-entrepreneurs/): The pre-acceleration program, StartEgypt hosted its first virtual forum for female entrepreneurs; the Female Founders Forum. The one-day virtual event attended by over 300 up-and-coming female Egyptian entrepreneurs, saw leading experts from tech giants Dell Technologies, Google and YouTube provide key insights and training on how to get these start-ups from concept to implementation. StartEgypt is here to empower women Designed to inspire and empower women considering starting their own business. The forum offered them the opportunity to learn from the experiences of influential females in the business and entrepreneurial world. They discussed the differences, challenges and opportunities faced by females...
- [10 Halloween costumes inspired by the 2020 horror of COVID19](https://www.el-shai.com/10-halloween-costumes-inspired-by-the-2020-horror-of-covid19/): The best vacation in the year is coming. HALLOWEEN. We thought, why not embracing 2020 panic and make some Halloween costumes inspired by the horror of COVID19. We got some ideas that you can build your Halloween costume based on Let the fun begin!
- [Emerald Views: Your Recipe To Be Proudly Racist Against Your Own People](https://www.el-shai.com/emerald-views-your-recipe-to-be-proudly-racist-against-your-own-people/): Considering the events that have been happening around the world regarding racism, you’d think people would have developed a new and clearer perspective. But nope. People still choose to hold on to their outdated and borderline stupid ideas. And of these people, there&#8217;s Emerald Views. Emerald Views embraces racism and discrimination. Emerald Views for real estate portrayed that immensely and with no shame. They have an apartment up for rent on a Facebook group named “Zamalek Property Rent/Sale”. They started showing their racist nature when they mentioned in the details they are looking for “foreigners only”. When someone commented: “Stop supporting...
- [ست حاجات تثبت أن رئيسة وزراء نيوزيلاندا ناقصها تلات تنانين وتبقي كاليسي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b3%d8%aa-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%aa%d8%ab%d8%a8%d8%aa-%d8%a3%d9%86-%d8%b1%d8%a6%d9%8a%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d9%88%d8%b2%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b2%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%af/): أعلنت نيوزلاندا، النهاردة، نتيجة انتخابات رئاسة الوزراء. وجاسيندا أردين فازت في الانتخابات وخدت دورة جديدة كرئيس وزراء. جاسيندا كان عندها 37 سنة بس لما اخدت الوزارة في أول مرة ودلوقت عندها 40 سنة.هي تالت واحدة ست تمسك رئاسة الوزراء في نيوزلاندا وأصغر رئيس وزراء في البلد من سنة 1850. خلال الدورة الأولي لجاسيندا في رئاسة الوزراء، مرت نيوزلاندا بمصايب كتير،لكن قدرت جاسيندا تتعامل مع كل المواقف بذكاء وقوة أثبتت أنها قائدة بالفطرة وتقدر توصل شعبها لبر الأمان. هي فخر المرأة في القيادة والدليل علي انها مش اقل من الراجل في اي حاجة، وأن الستات جامدين جداً ويقدروا يسدوا في أي حتة....
- [كليوباترا وفيلم هوليوود الجديد: ليه جال جادوت مش مناسبة للدور ومين أحسن حد يعمله؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7-%d9%88%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%87%d9%88%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%88%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%ac%d8%a7/): القضية الفلسطينية شغلتنا طول حياتنا كجيل عاش بعد حرب اكتوبر وتاريخ طويل قبلها من الصراع العربي-الإسرائيلي. محدش يختلف علي حقيقة ان الصهيونية هي عدو لكل العرب. ورغم ان الكلام في القضية الفلسطينية عمره ما اتقفل، إلا ان السوشيال ميديا مؤخراً اتقلبت علي موضوع اختيار الممثلة الإسرائيلية جال جادوت في دور الملكة المصرية &#8220;كليوباترا&#8221; في فيلم هوليود الجديد. هنتكلم هنا عن الاسباب اللي خلتنا حسينا بالإهانة من الكاستينج ده، وشوية حقائق تاريخية تثبت انه غلط. مين هي كليوباترا؟ هي أخر ملكات المملكة البطلمية في مصر. مملكة البطالمة اتأسست علي ايد بطليموس الأول، واللي كان قائد في جيش الاسكندر الأكبر وأخد جزء من...
- [في ذكري فنانات عرب رحلوا عن عالمنا في حربهم ضد سرطان الثدي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b0%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%84%d9%88%d8%a7-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a7-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%ad%d8%b1/): في ستات كتير بيدخلوا الحرب ضد سرطان الثدي وبينتصروا عليه كل يوم، لكن في ستات تانين مبيقدروش يكملوا المعركة. كل شهيدة من الشهيدات دول تستاهل نتكلم عنها. في ذكري كل الشهيدات اللي سابونا في نص المعركة ضد سرطان الثدي، قررنا نعمل مقال حداد علي روح كل بطلات الحرب ضد المرض. في ذكري الفنانات اللي سابونا خلال معركتهم مع المرض 1 &#8211; فايزة أحمد فضلت الفنانة فايزة أحمد تخفي ألام المرض فترة طويلة علشان تقدم الحفلات وتسجل اسطواناتها، وكانت دايماً مؤمنة أن المرض الحقيقي انها متقدرش تقدم فنها لجمهورها اللي بيحبها. فضلت فترة طويلة تاخد كميات كبيرة من المسكنات اثناء تسجيل اغنية...
- [Netflix announces release of docu-feature Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-docu-feature-secrets-of-the-saqqara-tomb/): Netflix, the world&#8217;s leading internet entertainment service, announced the global release of Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb. The new docu-feature will be available only on Netflix on October 28th and documents the discovery of a “one of a kind” tomb that came to life beneath the sand at the archaeological site Saqqara in Egypt. Directed by James Tovell, Executive produced by Richard Bradley and Caterina Turroni and produced by Lion Television and At Land Productions, the documentary films a team of local archaeologists excavating never before explored passageways, shafts, and tombs, piecing together the secrets of Egypt’s most significant find in...
- [The Story of Mariam Mohamed: I'm Scared to Leave My House, and You Should Be too!](https://www.el-shai.com/mariam-mohamed-im-scared-to-leave-my-house/): How can I leave my house again? A girl was murdered while going home from work. She wasn&#8217;t even out to have fun. She was out for work. She was veiled and wearing modest clothes. She was assaulted and killed. She died in a panic, trying to protect herself. It&#8217;s been said that the girl, Mariam Mohamed, was only 25. She had her whole life ahead of her; with dreams and aspiration. She could have started a family. Her kids could&#8217;ve existed. She could have lived. Mariam Mohamed died because three men thought assaulting her was &#8220;harmless&#8221;. We&#8217;re always told to...
- [Take Part in the First Virtual Edition of the Female Founders Forum](https://www.el-shai.com/take-part-in-the-first-virtual-edition-of-the-female-founders-forum/): Organized by the pre-acceleration program, StartEgypt, the Forum features guest speakers from the International Financial Cooperation &#8211; IFC, the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office – FCO, and Dell Technologies. In addition, professionals from Google and Youtube will be leading workshops designed to leverage the female entrepreneurs’ capacity in the field of Digital Marketing and Product Management. The Forum will also feature a panel of experts including Sabrine Assem, co-founder &amp; CEO at UNTAP Technologies; Mai Abbas, Education Services Manager for RSA Security by Dell Technologies and moderated by Mariam Farag, from MBC Hope &#8211; member of MBC Group, to showcase female...
- [Nestlé Egypt launches its initiative DORNA to boost recycling of plastic packaging](https://www.el-shai.com/nestle-egypt-launches-its-initiative-dorna-to-boost-recycling-of-plastic-packaging/): Through this initiative, the leading nutrition company is working to enhance the recycling ecosystem in Egypt. It has been established through a collaboration between the Egyptian Ministry of Environment, CID Consulting and PayMob and aims to incentive waste collectors in the informal sector to boost their collection capacity ensuring larger quantities reach PET processors. How is this initiative working? Nestlé adopted an entire organization that goes in line with the new governmental law of utilizing plastic waste. Through the company’s dedication to the environment, more plastics used in packaging material will be recollected and recycled. The success of this initiative encouraged...
- [In Memory of Mahmoud Yassin: The Don Juan of Egyptian Cinema](https://www.el-shai.com/in-memory-of-mahmoud-yassin-the-don-juan-of-egyptian-cinema/): It&#8217;s an unfortunate morning as we woke up to the devastating news that Mahmoud Yassin is dead at the age of 79. His son Amr Mahmoud Yassin posted the sad news this morning, on his Facebook. Our beloved Don Juan is gone, but will never be forgotten! Yassin is one of the most infamous Egyptian actors. His acting career reached its finest during the 70s where he coupled almost every female actor that mattered in Egyptian cinema by then. And for that, he was nicknamed &#8220;The Don Juan&#8221; and &#8220;Fata el-Shasha El-awl&#8221;. He coupled Shadia in &#8220;Nahno La nazraa&#8217; El-shok&#8221; His...
- [Da7ee7 vs Egybest; A Hero when He's Free, an Opportunist when He's Paid For](https://www.el-shai.com/mat7af-el-da7ee7-egybest-shahid/): We all know the show &#8220;Da7ee7&#8221; by comedian and educator Ahmed El-Ghandour. Ghandour started his project Da7ee7 on Youtube by himself. After gaining a considerable fanbase, AJ+ took the rights for the show in 2017, and Ghandour started hosting his show on their channel. By then, Ghandour was given better production, and his content was much more sophisticated and polished. All, however, was free content. Both Ghandour and AJ+ monetised through Adsense, where Google would put ads throughout the videos, making the content free for watchers, while having creators profit out of it. While, obviously, Ghandour would have made more money...
- [Cairo International Film Festival to honor Mona Zaki the prestigious Faten Hamama Award](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-to-honor-mona-zaki-the-prestigious-faten-hamama-award/): The Cairo International Film Festival will award Egyptian actress Mona Zaki with the Faten Hamama Award for Excellence during the opening ceremony of the 42nd Edition (Dec 2nd to 10th) in recognition of her career and outstanding body of work. &#8220;Mona Zaki is the quintessential star of her generation. Through her work she has become a role model setting a great example of success for women working in Egyptian cinema,&#8221; said Mohamed Hefzy, the Festival’s President. He also added, “With her daring and intelligent career choices, she has been able to achieve the difficult balance of both critical and commercial success....
- [محمد حاتم يعلق بعد فوزه بجائزة أفضل ممثل عن "لما بنتولد" في مهرجان مالمو](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%85-%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%82-%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d9%81%d9%88%d8%b2%d9%87-%d8%a8%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%b2%d8%a9-%d8%a3%d9%81%d8%b6%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%85%d8%ab/): عبر الفنان محمد حاتم عن سعادته بحصوله على جائزة أفضل ممثل من مهرجان مالمو للسينما العربية بدورته العاشرة، وذلك على صفحات التواصل الاجتماعي الرسمية بنشره صورة الجائزة وصورة له من الفيلم. وعلق&#8221; سعيد بحصولي على جائزة أفضل ممثل من مهرجان مالمو&#8221; للسينما العربية بدورته العاشرة عن فيلم &#8220;لما بنتولد&#8221; وحصول المؤلفة نادين شمس على جائزة أفضل سيناريو. يذكر أن هذه الجائزة الثانية لمحمد حاتم عن فيلم &#8221; لما بنتولد&#8221; حيث حصل على جائزة أفضل ممثل صاعد في مسابقة السينما المصرية التي تقيمها الجمعية المصرية للكتاب ونقاد السينما برئاسة الناقد السينمائي الأمير أباظة ولجنة تحكيم المسابقة برئاسة المخرج الكبير على بدرخان وعضوية...
- [How the North Coast Taught me to Love Nature in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/how-the-north-coast-taught-me-to-love-nature-in-egypt/): It all started in a small town. Every summer, my family would go to this small town next to the sea where families would come and take their kids to play every night after a long day at the beach. My friends and I would bike to each other’s houses and stay up late at the one small cafe next to the beach. Even after the town became unpopular and shabby, my family still went there every single summer.  Without the presence of people, the town changed. Over the summers, I noticed a lot of growth in nature.  The grass became...
- [الخد الآخر في عرض عالمي أول بمهرجان الجونة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a2%d8%ae%d8%b1-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a-%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84-%d8%a8%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac/): شارك فيلم الخد الآخر للمخرج ساندرو كنعان في مسابقة الأفلام القصيرة في الدورة الرابعة من مهرجان الجونة السينمائي في الفترة من 23 وحتى 31 أكتوبر وتدور أحداثه حول عقب تعرض ابنة نشأت لهجوم شرس من كلب الجيران، عليه أن يواجه الادعاءات، فلا يجد أمامه سوى تفريغ غضبه على الجاني. حكاية عن الشعور بالذنب، والتوبة، والانتقام! الفيلم بطولة طارق عبد العزيز، درة يوسف, سيناريو ساندرو كنعان وأحمد غنيمي , مدير التصوير جويدو ريموندو ومن إنتاج كوثر يونس عن المخرج: بعد حصوله على البكالوريوس في الاقتصاد بالجامعة الأميركية بالقاهرة، سار نحو شغفه بالسينما. بدأ كنعان بحضور ورش صيفية في جامعة كاليفورنيا – لوس...
- [Netflix unveiled the official trailer of Barbarians](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-unveiled-the-official-trailer-of-barbarians/): “What fascinated us about Barbaren is the new perspective on the historical events of the Varus Battle. We know the Roman perspective because it has been handed down from the writings of the Romans, but not the Germanic side. The showrunners have worked closely with historians to make the series as authentic as possible &#8211; the Romans, for example, speak Latin throughout. At the same time there is a great story with strong characters. We are also excited about our three great leads &#8211; Jeanne Goursaud, David Schütter and Laurence Rupp &#8211; who audiences will fall in love with. In Barbara...
- [After 101 Movies, Which Roles Did Elham Shahin Wish She Made?](https://www.el-shai.com/after-101-movies-which-roles-did-elham-shahin-wish-she-made/): Did you know that the movie فيلم حظر تجول &#8211; Curfew Film is إلهام شاهين &#8211; Elham Shahin 101st movie? Did you know that the movie فيلم حظر تجول &#8211; Curfew Film isإلهام شاهين &#8211; Elham Shahin 101st movie?After over a hundred movies, which role do you think she always wanted to play?The answer is pretty ironic, given that another foreign actress just got the role in a remake today!Director: Amir Ramses Production: Red Star Films &#064;S ProductionsPR: Samar YassinInterview: Raghda El-SayedVideo: Moeshoot_ Posted by ‎El-Shai &#8211; الشاي‎ on Monday, October 12, 2020 &nbsp;
- [Parenting Mistakes that are Normalized, But we Need to Talk About!](https://www.el-shai.com/parenting-mistakes-that-are-normalized-but-we-need-to-talk-about/): A few days ago, a shocked family rushed to a police station in Alexandria to report the disappearance of their 13 year old, teenage girl. Less than 2 days later, the distressed family were reunited with the teenage daughter. Apparently, the traumatized minor, as she explains in the below video, was being physically abused by her parents who used to hit her a lot with a wooden stick. A teenage prefers the horror of the unknown on staying with her abusing parents. Farah met a much older guy on TikTok, who she trusted so much because as she elaborates, cared to...
- [My Story With Depression: The Invisible Friend that Almost Ruined Me](https://www.el-shai.com/my-story-with-depression-the-invisible-friend-that-almost-ruined-me/): Going through depression was one of the hardest experiences I ever had to go through, but conquering it was one of the most powerful things I did. And I am so proud of myself! Although every experience is unique, and it varies in its details, yet we all share some highlights that can help us navigate each other through the dark background. A friend told me once that he suffered from depression for a whole year, before realising what it was. It&#8217;s very tricky that you cannot put hands on. I can&#8217;t answer questions like when it started or how and...
- [Nicolas Mouawad: I've Always Questioned the “Sanity” of being an Actor](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-ive-always-questioned-the-sanity-of-being-an-actor/): How can something emotionally exhausting be that rewarding? People struggle in order to get rid of the hurt, to let go of the pain, to move on, to delete or overcome those images from the past that cause tears to flow and heart to ache. Emotionally healthy people do this in order to grow, to become a “better version” of themselves, to have a healthy peaceful emotional life. Actors, on the other hand, hold on to those images, feed them and feed on them, nurture them and recall them as often as they feel the need to, and willingly throw themselves...
- [My Journey with Mental Health: From Almost Giving up on Life, to launching El-Shai!](https://www.el-shai.com/my-journey-with-mental-health-launching-el-shai/): Today, the 10th of October, 2020, is World Mental Health Day. As the Editor-in-Chief, I wanted to let the platform take part in it and thought of tens, maybe even hundreds, of ideas. After weeks of thought, I decided not to make an elaborate campaign, but rather speak from the heart. I&#8217;m 29 years old and have been struggling with mental health since I can remember. When I was younger, I struggled with bulimia and anorexia, anxiety, especially social anxiety, depression, and so much more that I don&#8217;t even have names for. I went to several doctors, and I never got...
- [تعمل فيسبوك إلى ضمان إيصال الناس حول العالم لموارد الصحة النفسية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%85%d9%84-%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%b3%d8%a8%d9%88%d9%83-%d8%a5%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%b6%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a5%d9%8a%d8%b5%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b3-%d8%ad%d9%88%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84/): نعلن اليوم عن العديد من المبادرات عبر تطبيقاتنا بالتعاون مع العديد من الهيئات الرائدة المعنية بالصحة العقلية، لتيسير وصول الأشخاص إلى الدعم الذي يحتاجونه لأنفسهم وللآخرين. في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا، لزيادة الوعي حول الصحة النفسية في مصر، تشاركنا مع مجموعات مثل &#8220;محدش قالي&#8221; و &#8220;مش لوحدك&#8221; ،وفي لبنان نعمل مع شركائنا &#8220;Embrace&#8221; وكذلك المجموعات مثل Teach for Lebanon. مركز جديد لموارد الصحة الوجدانية يوفر إرشادات ومعلومات من الخبراء اتفق الخبراء على أن انتشار جائحة كوفيد-19 قد أدت إلى تفاقم التحديات الخاصة بالصحة العقلية في جميع أنحاء العالم، وستظل تداعياتها موجودة للسنوات القادمة. ولذا عملنا مع السلطات الرائدة في جميع...
- [Leila Eloui Pleas to Egyptian Women to Get Tested for Breast Cancer](https://www.el-shai.com/leila-eloui-pleas-to-egyptian-women-to-get-tested-for-breast-cancer/): View this post on Instagram A post shared by El-Shai &#8211; الشاي (@elshai.eg) &nbsp;
- [Paranormal: Excited For it, Yet I Can't Stand Ahmed Khalid Tawfiq](https://www.el-shai.com/paranormal-excited-ahmed-khalid-tawfiq/): &nbsp; Two days ago, Netflix released the first trailer for its first Egyptian Netflix Original Production Paranormal or Ma waraa&#8217; el tabe&#8217;aa. The show is adopted from the infamous Egyptian series of Novels with the same name., written by Ahmed Khalid Tawfiq. “PARANORMAL” Launches globally on Netflix November 5 This article is discussing Ahmed Khalid Tawfiq&#8217;s work and not him personally. Simply, because we don&#8217;t know him personally. And although this article might cause some discomfort, if not real anger, to Tawfiq&#8217;s fanbase, I am asking you to give me a chance and hear me out. Let&#8217;s have a conversation in...
- [Breaking: El Gouna Film Festival Unfolds Details of its 4th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-unveils-the-details-of-its-4th-edition/): In a press conference held today, October 8, under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism &amp; Antiquities, the Ministry of Health &amp; Population, the Ministry of Culture and the Egyptian Film Centre. And in the presence of its founders, sponsors, and a number of film professionals, El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) reveals details of its 4th edition, taking place October 23-31, 2020 in the Red Sea resort town of El Gouna. The press conference is attended by Engineer Samih Sawiris, Founder of El Gouna; Engineer Naguib Sawiris, Founder of GFF; Intishal Al Timimi, Festival Director; Bushra Rozza, Co-founder and COO of...
- [ماريان خوري في حلقة عن رائدات ورواد فن السينما العربية مع إبراهيم عيسى](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%ae%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a5%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%8a%d9%85-%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%b3%d9%89/): تلتقي المخرجة ماريان خوري في حلقة عن رائدات ورواد فن السينما العربية مع إبراهيم عيسى من برنامج 35 ملم يوم الخميس 8 أكتوبر في العاشرة مساء بتوقيت القاهرة للحديث عن بداية السينما في العشرينات على يد رائدات السينما المصرية ومنهن أسيا وعزيزة جلال من خلال عرض لبعض لقطات فيلم عاشقات السينما. كما تم عرض الفيلم عاشقات السينما للمخرجة ماريان خوري في سلسلة حلقات Women Make Film لسنة 2020 ويعتبر الفيلم المصري الوحيد في هذا البرنامج ، والذي نظمته قناة TCM للاحتفاء ب 100 فيلم للمخرجات رائدات في صناعة الدراما الوثائقية على مدار 100 عام على قناة TCM الأمريكية. و يتحدّث الفيلم...
- [Omnia Health Live Africa: Challenges and Opportunities in Digital Health](https://www.el-shai.com/omnia-health-live-africa-challenges-and-opportunities-in-digital-health/): The international healthcare community sits at a critical juncture, particularly with the COVID-19 pandemic placing a spotlight on some of the industry’s biggest resource challenges. According to Wouter Molman, Executive Vice President for Informa Markets – Healthcare, the pressures placed on Africa’s healthcare systems over the last six months have led to a stronger call for innovative technological and digital solutions to support better patient management, universal access and disease prevention. Omnia Health Live Africa, a free-to-attend virtual event from 12-16 October 2020, will address human, infrastructural and policy challenges and opportunities relating to the adoption of these digital health technologies...
- [Ranking the top10 Egyptian Actors who made it in Hollywood](https://www.el-shai.com/top10-egyptian-actors-hollywood/): So many Egyptian icons slayed the Egyptian cinema as well as Hollywood&#8217;s. We Ranked the top 10 Egyptians who made it in Hollywood Do you know someone else deserves to be among them?
- [فنانات عرب قاوموا سرطان الثدي وانتصروا عليه](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%88%d9%85%d9%88%d8%a7-%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ab%d8%af%d9%8a-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%88/): في ستات كتير بيدخلو الحرب ضد سرطان الثدي كل يوم وكل ست من دول بطلة تستاهل نتكلم عنها. فنانات عرب كتير اتشخصوا بسرطان الثدي وحاربوه بقوة وشجاعة وقدروا ينتصروا عليه. تعالو نتعرف علي البطلات اللي انتصروا علي سرطان الثدي! 1 &#8211; اليسا أعلنت اليسا في 2018 إصابتها بسرطان الثدي وإنها قدرت تقاوم المرض وتتعافي منه. ونزلت فيديو كليب &#8220;إلي كل اللي بيحبوني&#8221; واللي بيحكي ظروف تحديها للمرض، وفي الفيديو كليب بتظهر اللحظة اللي وقعت فيها خلال حفل دبي في فبراير 2018 واللي كانت في الوقت ده بتمر بمرحلة العلاج اللي كانت مرهق جداً. وفي أخر الكليب وجهت رسالة بتقول فيها: &#8220;أنا...
- [١٠ نصايح قبل ما تعمل اول تاتو](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%a1%d9%a0-%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%ad-%d9%82%d8%a8%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%85%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%88%d9%84-%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%88/): التاتو قرر مهم جدا لأنك هتعيش معاه طول حياتك وفكرة انك تشيله هتكون قرار صعب جدا وعلشان كدا قبل ما تاخد القرار ده عندنا ١٠ نصايح مهمين جدا هيساعدوك فيه. ١- بلاش نكتب اسم حد أنا عارف انك بتحب، والدنيا بمبي في بمبي ولما بتسمع اسم اللي بتحبه بتبقي مبسوط وبتفكر ترسم اسمه تاتو. كيوت وحلو وجميل اوي!! بس بلاش .. الحب للاسف مش دايما بيستمر طول العمر واحيانا كتير المشاعر الجميلة اللي انتا حاسس بيها دي بتتحول لمشاعر سلبية وفي ناس قلبها بيتكسر .. فبلاش تيجي في الاخر وتلاقي تاتو في حتة في جسمك باسم حد سببلك وجع من اي...
- [١٠ مسلسلات تفرفشك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%a1%d9%a0-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%b1%d9%81%d8%b4%d9%83/): مرحلة ما بعد الكورونا والعزل المنزلي محتاجة فرجة رايقة ومسلسلات تضحكك من قلبك. وعشان روقانك يهمنا، دي ترشيحات لعشر مسلسلات كوميدية خفيفة هتخرجك من أى موود وحش. ١٠ مسلسلات تخلص في قعدة
- [Viu announces new Arabic original thriller series Wadi Al-Jinn](https://www.el-shai.com/viu-announces-new-arabic-original-thriller-series-wadi-al-jinn/): Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service from PCCW media group, has revealed its latest Arabic original supernatural-thriller series titled Wadi Al-Jinn. Already in production and set to premiere on Viu in a few months, the fictional series follows the story of four college students who explore the mysterious Wadi Al-Jinn caves and find themselves in a hidden underworld dominated by evil forces. An original concept by the Viu production team and produced by iProductions, the series boasts huge leading and upcoming Arab talent from Egypt, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Syria. There are starring roles for emerging superpowers Youssef Othman...
- [بالصور: عبد الوهاب وكيمز في العرض الخاص لفيلم الخطة العايمة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b5%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d8%a8%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d9%87%d8%a7%d8%a8-%d9%88%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%85%d8%b2-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%a7%d8%b5/): مؤلفو فيلم الخطة العايمة كريم سامي كيمز وأحمد عبد الوهاب العرض الخاص لفيلمهم الروائي الأول الخطة العايمة مع أبطال الفيلم على ربيع ومحمد عبد الرحمن توتة وغادة عادل وعمرو عبد الجليل والمخرج معتز التوني والمنتجة شهد رمزي. كما حضر العرض الخاص اصدقائهم من النجوم تامر حسني، شيكو، شريف رمزي، محمد اسامه اوس اوس، كريم عفيفي، سارة درزاوي، أنور، احمد فتحي، مي سامي. تدور أحداث فيلم الخطة العايمة حول مديربنك يبدأ في تكوين تشكيل عصابي لسرقة البنك الذي يعمل به وتتوالى الأحداث في إطار كوميدي. الفيلم من إخراج معتز التوني وتأليف أحمد عبد الوهاب وكريم سامي كيمز وبطولة علي ربيع، محمد عبد...
- [Fashion Trust Arabia Now Goes to CAIRO for their 2021 Regional Campaign!](https://www.el-shai.com/fashion-trust-arabia-goes-to-cairo/): Fashion Trust Arabia finally launched their #FTAPrize2021 regional campaign from the heart of Cairo with an inspiring community of local creatives across industries to invite Egypt’s most talented fashion designers to Apply for Fashion Trust Arabia Prize. Visit their website and fill out the application for an opportunity to receive financial support and be part of a renowned mentorship program with some of the world’s biggest names in fashion. Applications close November 30, 2020. ABOUT FASHION TRUST ARABIA Fashion Trust Arabia (FTA) is a non-profit organization that aims to provide financial and business support as well as international recognition to the dynamic...
- [“PARANORMAL” Launches globally on Netflix November 5](https://www.el-shai.com/paranormal-launches-globally-on-november-5/): Netflix, the world&#8217;s leading streaming entertainment service, revealed the first teaser trailer for Paranormal. The highly anticipated series is the first Netflix Arabic Original from Egypt and is based on the best selling thriller novel series with the same name “Paranormal” by the late Ahmed Khaled Tawfik. https://www.instagram.com/p/CF9Z6UXntj-/ The teaser trailer shows Dr. Refaat Ismail (Ahmed Amin) undergoing a series of paranormal incidents. Several characters who are a part of the Paranormal world are also introduced including Maggie (Razane Jammal), Howaida (Ayah Samaha), and Shiraz (Reem AbdElKader). Netflix also announced the release date for the first season of “Paranormal” to be...
- [Can Men Get Breast Cancer Too?](https://www.el-shai.com/can-men-get-breast-cancer-too/): While it might not be as common with women, men can still get breast cancer as well. It&#8217;s rare, but more complicated. Boys, make sure you check yourselves too! الموضوع مش منتشر زي عند الستات، لكن الرجالة ممكن يجيلهم سرطان الثدي برضه. نادر إنه يحصل، لكنه أخطر لازم تعملوا الفحص الذاتي أنتوا كمان يا شباب View this post on Instagram A post shared by El-Shai &#8211; الشاي (@elshai.eg)
- [The Perks of Quarantine: 2 Grannies Reacting to Metal Music!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-perks-of-quarantine-2-grannies-reacting-to-metal-music/): source One of the very few perks of quarantine was people&#8217;s boredom leading to some of the best videos and YouTube channels. One of our favourites had to be the 2 Rocking Grannies! The 2 Rocking Grannies channel is by two grandmothers, Granny Haze and Nana King, who watch and react to metal music, and their reactions are priceless. The Rocking Grannies managed to reach almost 100k youtube subscribers in just 2 months, with over 4 million views. According to their channel&#8217;s description: The whole point of this channel is to experience new music and other things with a completely open...
- [10 Tips before getting your first tattoo](https://www.el-shai.com/10-tips-before-getting-your-fist-tattoo/)
- [ماكو: قصة أكشن تحت الميا وفيلم جديد من نوعه](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%88-%d9%82%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%a3%d9%83%d8%b4%d9%86-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%a7-%d9%88%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%85%d9%86-%d9%86/): نزل امبارح باليل  أول اعلان تشويقي لفيلم ماكو. وماكو هو أول فيلم مصري لنيقولا معوض والممثل التركي مراد يلدريم. الفيلم بيجمع نجوم تانين زي بسمة وناهد السباعي وعمرو وهبة وسارة الشامي. الفيلم مش زي أي حاجة شوفناها في السينما المصرية قبل كدا، التصوير والأحداث والقصة ومواقع التصوير مش عادية خالص. تعالا معانا نشوف ايه حكاية الفيلم الغريب ده!! ماكو: فيلم مستوحي من أحداث حقيقية زي ما شايفين في إعلان الفيلم الأحداث مليانة أكشن، والأكشن ده كله بيحصل تحت الميا. مع تقنيات السبيشيال ايفيكتس الجامدة اللي شايفينها في الإعلان، متوقعين أن الفيلم يكون عظيم. والمشوق أكتر في الفيلم أنه مستوحي من أحداث...
- [What other tricks Mark Zuckerberg has in his bag?](https://www.el-shai.com/what-other-tricks-mark-zuckerberg-has-in-his-bag/): On January 2019, Mark Zuckerberg stated that he is studying merging both Facebook &amp; Instagram messengers, quoting: “We’re early in thinking through this. There’s a lot more we need to figure out before we finalize the plan,” Finally, the company took its big step towards this, that now people can connect their Instagram DMs to their messenger, meaning that they can send messages to their Instagram followers and the other way around. The messaging experience for Instagram will be more or less the same as the messenger with features like custom colours for message threads and nicknames. Yet with extra spice,...
- [Breast Cancer Self Examination](https://www.el-shai.com/breast-cancer-self-examination/): October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to bring awareness to the importance of early detection and screenings. One in eight women is to be diagnosed with Breast Cancer in her lifetime. Early detection, however, gives patients a much higher chance of getting cured. Breast self-exams can become a useful and important screening tool in early diagnosis when performed regularly in combination with physical exams by a doctor, mammogram and ultrasounds.
- [Cairo International Film Festival Announces New Dates for its 42nd Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-new-dates-42nd/): Cairo International Film Festival has set new dates for the 42nd Edition, to be held from December 2nd to 10th to ensure a safer and more successful festival, according to health procedures and measures approved by the Egyptian Government and the World Health Organization (WHO). According to the festival&#8217;s new dates, the third edition of ‘Cairo Industry Day’ will be held from December 4th to 7th 2020, as well as the activities of ‘Cairo Film Connection’ to be held from December 5th to 7th. Mohamed Hefzy, The Festival’s President, said: “the team of Cairo International Film Festival is thrilled and eager...
- [NotFoundCo.: An Egyptian Fashion Brand Had Their Shoot in a Church, and its NOT okay!](https://www.el-shai.com/nofoundco-had-their-shoot-done-in-a-church/): Update: Notfoundco uploaded the pictures back to their Instagram account, and pretended as nothing happened. It was only until the Instagram account &#8220;Coptic Activism&#8221; raised awareness again that they had the pictures deleted. For decades, fashion, globally, has been pushing the envelope and causing a lot of controversies. I personally think that&#8217;s great. Controversies make you think and cause a debate. However, even with that, there&#8217;s a limit and if that limit is passed, brands should deal with the consequences. In Egypt, however, the fashion scene seems to be playing it safe. Even in this case, they were attempting to play...
- [Let's not forget that Breast Cancer Awareness is More than Just a Pink Ribbon!](https://www.el-shai.com/lets-not-forget-that-breast-cancer-awareness-is-more-than-just-a-pink-ribbon/): The survivors and fighters fight every day, and even after recovering, they&nbsp;are still left with the scars. The scars that our society never talk about and never normalise. In celebration of all the current, past, and even future fighters and survivors, we will be looking at those scars. The battle wounds that its wearer should show proudly. Normalise breast cancer scars, for both men and women. In fact, celebrate those scars. Pictures from&nbsp;The SCAR Project
- [شاب مصري اتجوز جدة بريطانية عندها 80 سنة وبقي حديث الصحافة الإنجليزية... ايه الموضوع؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b4%d8%a7%d8%a8-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%b2-%d8%ac%d8%af%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%86%d8%af%d9%87%d8%a7-80-%d8%b3%d9%86%d8%a9/): الصحافة في بريطانيا بقالها فترة بتتكلم عن العلاقة بين شاب مصري من القاهرة أسمه محمد أحمد ابراهيم وعنده 35 سنة، واللي اتعرف علي ست بريطانية عندها 80 سنة اسمها ايريس. ايريس ومحمد بيقولوا انهم بيحبوا بعض وعايزين يتجوزوا لكن في مشاكل مانعة جوازهم. المشاكل دي كانت في أهل ايريس اللي رافضين الجواز ووجود محمد في مصر وايريس في بريطانيا. بداية علاقة محمد وايريس محمد اتعرف علي ايريس من خلال جروب علي الفيسبوبك بيناقش قضية الإلحاد. فضلوا فترة طويلة يتكلموا لحد ما ايريس قررت تنزل مصر علشان تقابل محمد وتشوف الاهرامات. ايريس بتقول أنها لما قابلت محمد أول مرة في المطار اتفاجئت...
- [Wael Kafoury: The Ambassador of Love or a Serial Abuser?](https://www.el-shai.com/wael-kafoury-the-ambassador-of-love-or-a-serial-abuser/): The Lebanese singer who is also known as &#8216;the ambassador of love&#8217;, and is famous for his prestigious lyrics, and how manly he treated women. Yet, his ex-wife claims he is abusive and violent. So, what do we know about these allegations? According to Raseef 22 and Bawbet Akhbar El Yom, It all started when Kafoury and his ex-wife, Angela Besharah, were getting their divorce and he didn&#8217;t want to publicly announce it. His ex-wife then claimed that he didn&#8217;t want to support her with their children&#8217;s expenses, which is why she decided to take it publicly. Then their issues began to...
- [The Hypocrisy and Sexism of Dress Codes in Our Egyptian Society](https://www.el-shai.com/the-hypocrisy-and-sexism-of-dress-codes-in-our-egyptian-society/): In Egypt, we perceive the women who wear &#8220;unmodest&#8221; clothes that don&#8217;t stick with the Islamic dress code as a louche woman. Their male relatives would often be called ديوث. But have you ever seen a man with clothes that violate the Islamic dress code short above the knee, for example, facing the same issue? Most probably, your answer is no. That leads us to the next questions, why is there hypocrisy and sexism in the name of religion? The reality is, the argument is not premised on religion. Religion does not say you should insult and defame the woman who...
- [Your Guide to the Best and Most Unusual Airbnb in Cairo, Egypt for 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/most-unusual-airbnb-in-cairo-egypt/): Egypt is a fascinating country to visit, while Cairo has to be the craziest city on Earth. (Maybe after Tokyo. It weird there) But whether you love or hate it, you have to admit it is unique. You can take the uniqueness a step further, however, and stay in one of these crazy listings to make your Airbnb in Cairo, Egypt experience even more unique! And if you&#8217;re already a Cairo resident, why not have a vacation in your own city? 1940&#8217;s Private Villa, in the HEART of Cairo View On Airbnb◈◈ 1940&#8217;s Private Villa, in the HEART of Cairo ◈◈...
- [الخطة العايمة: يعني أيه تبقي داخل تشوف فيلم وأنت ضامن أن الضحك للركب](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%b7%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%8a%d9%85%d8%a9-%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%a3%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%aa%d8%a8%d9%82%d9%8a-%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%ae%d9%84-%d8%aa%d8%b4%d9%88%d9%81-%d9%81/): خبر صدور فيلم زي الخطة العايمة ممكن يعدي علينا من غير ما ناخد بالنا. هنقول أهو فيلم عربي جديد وممكن منهتمش، بس أحنا متحمسين جداً للفيلم ولازم نشوفه. وهنقولك أنتا كمان لازم تشوفه ليه. شوف التريلر كدا وكمل معانا كوميديا جديدة مش متعودين عليها  الفيلم من تاليف كتاب جداد في الكوميديا، احمد عبد الوهاب وكريم سامي &#8220;كيمز&#8221;. يعني هنشوف شكل جديد من الضحك مختلف عن أي حاجة اتقدمتلنا قبل كدا. واحنا متحمسين أوي لروح الكوميديا الجديدة دي علي الشاشة. على ربيع وعبد الرحمن توتة، نجوم مسرح مصر، هيظهروا بشكل مختلف عن الكوميديا اللي متعودين يقدموها في مسرح مصر.  شغل ربيع وتوتة...
- [فيسبوك ومجموعة "تي بي دبليو إيه-رعد" تسلطان الضوء على أصحاب الأعمال التجارية الصغيرة عبر حملة ترويجية جديدة بعنوان #حِب_المحلي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%b3%d8%a8%d9%88%d9%83-%d9%88%d9%85%d8%ac%d9%85%d9%88%d8%b9%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d9%8a-%d8%af%d8%a8%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%88-%d8%a5%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%b1%d8%b9%d8%af-%d8%aa%d8%b3%d9%84/): تتعاون شركة فيسبوك مع وكالة الإعلانات الإقليمية الرائدة &#8220;تي بي دبليو إيه -رعد&#8221; في حملتها الجديدة #حِب_المحلي، وهي مبادرة من فيسبوك لدعم الشركات المحلية الصغيرة والمتوسطة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا، والتي تعرضت لأوقات صعبة خلال جائحة كوفيد-19. وستعمل الحملة على إيصال صوت الشركات الصغيرة والمتوسطة المحلية وتسليط الضوء على قصصهم وتحدياتهم للمساعدة على زيادة طلب المستهلكين على ما تقدمه تلك الشركات من منتجات وخدمات. بنيت فكرة الحملة على رؤية ومفهوم &#8220;اللي بينا وبينهم مش بزنس دي عشرة&#8221; والتي تركز على الحنين والترابط العاطفي بالمتاجر الموجودة في الأحياء السكنية التقليدية. وظهر هذا المفهوم واضحاً في كل  ما يتعلق بمحتوى الحملة...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Reveals its Official 2020 Posters](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-reveals-its-official-2020-posters/): El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) nurtures a culture that makes it possible for filmmakers to transform dreams and visions into reality, enabling creative intellect and cinematic ingenuity to work their magic. Under the theme The Culture of Dreams, GFF is thrilled to unveil the official posters designed for its upcoming 4th edition.  El Gouna, the anchor of the festival, rolls out the red carpet this year for its spectacular and visionary landmark edifice, the Gouna Conference and Culture Center (GCCC). Orascom Development Holding Chairman, Samih Sawiris, the man who dreamed and founded the resort town of El Gouna and the GCCC...
- [إعلان ارتباط معز مسعود و حلا شيحة والسوشيال ميديا هتنفجر ميمز](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%aa%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%b7-%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%b2-%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%b9%d9%88%d8%af-%d8%ad%d9%84%d8%a7-%d8%b4%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%a9/): بعد ما انتشرت اخبار عن ارتباط معز مسعود و حلا شيحة ، خلال اليومين اللي فاتو، السوشيال ميديا اتقلبت وكل الناس عماله تتكلم عن الداعية الإسلامي اللي بيتجوز علي نفسه. لازم نوضح في البداية أن مسعود هو باحث انساني ومنتج فني، أنتج مجموعة من البرامج التلفزيونية والإذاعية اللي بتناقش الإنسان وعلاقته بالدين والطريقة اللي يقدر من خلالها يكون انسان افضل. نظراً لأن مسعود مسلم متدين وبيناقش طريق الانسان للصلاح من خلال الشريعة الإسلامية اتاخدت عنه صورة الداعية الإسلامي، رغم انه مش خريج أزهر ولم يدعي شخصياً أنه داعية اسلامي. معز مسعود في جوازة كل شوية ومع كل جوازة تنمر علي الستات من الأخبار...
- [All you need to know about the AUC'S Black Camp Scandal](https://www.el-shai.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-aucs-black-camp-scandal/): Original Article: Posted on the 5th of September. The American University in Cairo is one of the greatest, oldest, and prestigious educational places in Egypt, and as we all know, it&#8217;s costly. So this place combines the upper class and the elite in Egypt, the ones that got the best education. Yet, this place proves by the time it&#8217;s not the best place or the safer for girls, significantly. You all still remember Ahmed Bassam Zaky&#8217;s case, the sexual predator. Zaky was an AUCian who used to harass girls at the campus and make them feel unsafe. Over 50 girls reported...
- [هشام خرما و توزيع جديد لحلوة بلادى السمرا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%87%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%ae%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%a7-%d9%88-%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%b9-%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%84%d9%88%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%af%d9%89-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%85/): هشام خرما هو مؤلف وموزع موسيقي مصري، اشتهر بعروضه الموسيقية في دار الأوبرا المصرية ومن أشهر أعماله حلق معى وشوف بقلبك وألبوم اليقين الذي قام بإصداره عام 2016. ولد هشام خرما وترعرع بالقاهرة في مصر وعاش بين ميامي وهامبورغ ودبي، بدأ اللعب على البيانو في عمر لا يتجاوز التاسعة. حصل على درجة البكالوريوس في علوم الحاسبات من الجامعة الأمريكية بالقاهرة وقام باستكمال الدراسات العليا في مجال الإخراج الفني في مدرسة ميامي إيه دي بأمريكا. دأ هشام خرما حياته الفنية من الجامعة حيث قام بتلحين وتوزيع عدد من المقطوعات الغنائية أثناء دراسته، منها إعادة التوزيع لمقطوعة فيلم شمس الزناتي للموسيقار هانى شنودة، وبعد الانتهاء من دراسته الجامعية بدأ العمل...
- [Menna Abd El-Aziz's Addresses All the Questions about her Rape Case, And it Leaves us Asking More Questions](https://www.el-shai.com/menna-abd-el-azizs-addresses-all-the-questions-about-her-rape-case-and-it-leaves-us-asking-more-questions/): We previously mentioned the story of Menna Abd El-Aziz at El-Shai; the 17-year-old &#8220;tik-tok&#8221; girl who was brutely ganged raped on video. While we suggest you read the previous article if you&#8217;re not familiar with the case, but in short, Menna was raped by a friend named &#8220;Mazen Ibrahim&#8221; who&#8217;s been regularly seen with her on her tik-tok videos. The rape incident was set up by Menna&#8217;s female friends, and the rape included Mazen and his friends. The video of the rape was posted to the internet. Later, Menna made a story right after talking about her rape and asking for...
- [إينولا هولمز: طريقتك لعمل فيلم جامد علي نتفليكس يا ست الكل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%88%d9%84%d8%a7-%d9%87%d9%88%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b2-%d9%88%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%83%d8%b3-%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%85%d9%84-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ac%d8%a7/): يعني ايه فيلم إينولا هولمز ؟ عارف لما تكون بتتفرج علي فيلم ومبسوط أوي! لما تلاقي نفسك متفاعل مع الاحداث بكل حواسك! تلاقيك كدا بتشارك الأبطال مشاعرهم بجد، فرحان معاهم ومتضايق وعلي اعصابك معاهم! أهو ده بقي الفيلم اللي بنتكلم عنه النهاردة. جرعة مركزة من النشاط والسعادة. فيه كل حاجة محتاجها في فيلم جامد: غموض وألغاز محتاجة تتحل! مطاردات بوليسية وتشويق وأكشن! خناق ودراما وعياط ورومانسية منسية! نسوية وقضايا وحاجات جد وبتاع! كله عندنا.&nbsp; صناع الفيلم شاطرين أوي وعرفوا ازاي يجمعوا عناصر الفيلم الحلو ويظبطوها أوي. من الأخر كدا طبخوا فيلم جامد. روايات إينولا هولمز: الوصفة الأصلية لعمل فيلم جامد الفيلم...
- [Egypt Through The Camera Competition](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-through-the-camera-competition/): Under the slogan &#8220;Egypt through Egyptian eyes&#8221;, the State Ministry of Information launches the second phase of the &#8220;News in a Picture&#8221; initiative to celebrate the World Tourism Day. The initiative aims to encourage talented people in the field of photojournalism, in addition to that it is based on Egypt Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals. The competition rules stipulate that the submitted photos should address the issue of tourism from a creative perspective, and that the participating photos were taken inside the Arab Republic of Egypt during this year,  and that any modification in the image that changes its...
- [محمد صلاح بيضم صوته لصوت ألاف الأطفال اللاجئين في العالم وبينادي بحقهم في التعليم](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%b5%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b6%d9%85-%d8%b5%d9%88%d8%aa%d9%87-%d9%84%d8%b5%d9%88%d8%aa-%d8%a3%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%81-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%b7%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7/): الأطفال اللاجئين، وتحت ظروف الحرب، بيضطروا يسيبوا بلادهم وبيوتهم علشان يهربوا من الموت. المخيمات اللي بتستضيف الأطفال دول، للأسف، مش بتكون مكان أدمي. ومش بيكون متوفر فيها أدني مستويات الحياة، ده غير أن توفير مكان للتعليم أو مواد تعليمية مناسبة بيكون تحدي كبير جداً. وعلشان كدا محمد صلاح طلع يتكلم عن أهمية التعليم في حياتهم. التعليم مهم جداً في تأهيل الأطفال نفسياً بعد أزمات الحرب والتشرد، وتأهيلهم لمستقبل يقدروا فيه يحققوا أحلامهم ويحلو مشاكل بلادهم ويوقفوا طاحونة الحرب اللي بتشردهم وبتشرد ناس كتير. وعلشان كدا الأهتمام بتوصيل مقومات التعليم المناسب كان لازم يكون جزء مهم جداً من المجهود اللي بنبذله علشان...
- [مؤسسة مجدي يعقوب لأمراض وأبحاث القلب تطلق ماراثون افتراضي بالتعاون مع Cairo Runners](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%a4%d8%b3%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a-%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%82%d9%88%d8%a8-%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%b6-%d9%88%d8%a3%d8%a8%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%ab-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d9%84%d8%a8-%d8%aa/): تزامنًا مع الاحتفال باليوم العالمي للقلب في التاسع والعشرين من الشهر الجاري، والسعي إلى توفير حياة صحية لمرضى القلب والأوعية الدموية، أعلنت مؤسسة مجدي يعقوب لأمراض وأبحاث القلب عن إطلاق ماراثون افتراضي تحت اسم &#8220;Virtual Heart Run&#8221; في الفترة من 25 حتى 29 من سبتمبر الجاري، وذلك بالتعاون مع Cairo Runners. ينقسم الماراثون إلى ثلاثة مسافات مختلفة تشمل 10 كم، و21 كم، و42 كم، كما سيتم التبرع بثمن التذاكر المخصصة لكل سباق والتي تبدأ من 200 جنيه مصري، لصالح مؤسسة مجدي يعقوب لأمراض وأبحاث القلب لإنقاذ المزيد من مرضى القلب، والمساهمة في بناء مركز مجدي يعقوب العالمي للقلب في القاهرة. يستطيع...
- [Barbarians: The first German historical Netflix Original Series](https://www.el-shai.com/first-german-historical-netflix-barbarians/): With the release of the Barbarians on October 23rd, the first German, the historical drama will be streaming exclusively on Netflix worldwide. The six-part series is set in 9 CE during the Varian Battle in Teutoburg Forest &#8211; an event that will change the course of European history forever. During the bloody fight, three childhood friends find themselves connected by tragic fate and a future relying on them to defeat the Roman supremacy. Through a powerful narrative, the spectacular and highly emotional action drama comes to life, gripping viewers with its authenticity. Jan Martin Scharf and Arne Nolting serve as showrunners and together with Andreas...
- [Carmen Soliman sings Arabic Cover for Rocket to the moon, the lead song in the upcoming animated Netflix film “Over the Moon”](https://www.el-shai.com/carmen-soliman-sings-arabic-cover-for-rocket-to-the-moon-the-lead-song-in-the-upcoming-animated-netflix-film-over-the-moon/): Netflix, the world&#8217;s leading internet entertainment service, announced today that Egyptian singer Carmen Soliman will be in charge of the interpretation of Rocket To The Moon, the Arabic/Egyptian version of the animated film Over the Moon. The song will be released on digital platforms on Friday, September 25th.  &#8220;I am thrilled to work with Netflix on this new project, representing Egypt and the MENA region. We’re currently witnessing great interest from Netflix to produce and avail Egyptian and Arabic dubbed content that is suitable for family viewing. I have always been eager to participate in a special movie like “Over The...
- [Here's What You Should Know About the Ellen DeGegenres Drama](https://www.el-shai.com/heres-what-you-want-to-know-about-ellen-degegenres-drama/): Ellen Degeneres is known all over the world by her kindness and overall “nice” attitude. She’s a good friend of all the celebrities, and every star who appeared on her show said so. However, during the early days of quarantine, people started saying otherwise about her. She was accused of being mean to her employees to the point of bullying. Not just her even her producers got accused of the same things, including racism and sexual harassment! On the 20th of March when everyone was in lockdown, podcast host, Kevin T. Porter started a thread on Twitter about the alleged rumours...
- [Ruining your favorite movies part 2: 500 Days of Summer](https://www.el-shai.com/ruining-your-favorite-movies-500-days-of-summer/): The modern classic 500 Days of Summer is both a fan favourite and a tragic film. It is a sincere film, but with sincerity comes a few problems that won&#8217;t slide well in the real world. The protagonist of the movie, Tom (Joseph Gordon Levitt), falls in love with Summer (Zooey Deschanel), and he decides she&#8217;s the girl he&#8217;d spend the rest of his life with. Cute! On the other hand, summer wasn&#8217;t particularly interested in having any relationship with Tom, making things a tiny bit awkward. Not Cute&#8230; This leads us to question some significant ethical dilemmas in 500 Days...
- [A New Disgusting Way of Violating Women Has Appeared and No Woman is Safe From it!](https://www.el-shai.com/a-new-disgusting-way-of-violating-women-has-appeared-and-no-woman-is-safe-from-it/): A new &#8220;trend&#8221; on Social Media is emerging, where accounts on Twitter, Telegram, Tiktok and other social media platforms, are being created for the sole purpose of sharing videos of men who film themselves harassing women in public spaces in Egypt. These accounts somehow became a &#8220;community,&#8221; where they keep encouraging other men to create their own content &#8212; by filming themselves harassing women as well. It doesn&#8217;t end there, but these account runners are encouraging other men to film their very own family and post it online. Some men even film themselves while harassing their sisters and mothers and post...
- [4 Spots In Cairo That Will Make You Fall In Love With Skating](https://www.el-shai.com/4-spots-in-cairo-that-will-make-you-fall-in-love-with-skating/): Skating is not the most common sport we often stumble across in Egypt, whether it’s skateboarding, long-boarding, rollerblading, or ice skating. Skateboarding, specifically, in Egypt, can be a living hell. With the lack of suitable grounds and slopes, and trying to skate in a typically busy street is a whole other nightmare because for some reason, due to the lack of skateboarders, we’re not even considered as bikers who are seen more often on the street. That’s why here are five spots where you can skate away to your heart’s content in Cairo: &nbsp; 1. Skatepark Academy Most Skaters are familiar with...
- [The Mexican Model Who Accused Amr Warda of Harassment is Back to the Limelight, Again!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-mexican-model-who-accused-amr-warda-of-harassment-is-back-to-the-limelight-again/): Remember the Mexican model, Giovanna Valdatti, who came out with Merhan Keller and claimed Amr Warda was sending her inappropriate messages? Well, apparently football players aren&#8217;t that smart, and another one has been messaging the model. https://twitter.com/GioValdatti/status/1144062785640255490 Only this time it&#8217;s everyone&#8217;s favourite goalkeeper, Essam El Hadary. First off and before we say anything, it&#8217;s important to note that in this case there was supposed consent between the two, and it&#8217;s unknown as to why it&#8217;s posted in the first place. https://twitter.com/GioValdatti/status/1307298981051949057 Now it&#8217;s time for some back story about who Giovanna Valadtti is and how this whole thing unfolded. Valadtti...
- [بمناسبة تجديد قصر البارون: هالة سرحان تفتح ملفات عبدة الشيطان مرة تانية وفخر الصحافة الصفرا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%82%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%88%d9%86-%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%aa/): من يومين نزل تويت علي حساب هالة سرحان بتوصف فيه سعادتها بتجديد وافتتاح التحفة المعمارية النادرة، قصر البارون، وفي النص بتفكرنا بتاريخها الصحفي وازاي عملت تحقيق قلب مصر كلها عن مجموعة شباب كانوا بيتقابلوا في قصر البارون لعبادة الشيطان، لما القصر كان علي حد كلامها &#8220;خرابة&#8221;. وكمان بتدعي أنها عملت حلقة كاملة عن الموضوع وطبت عليهم اثناء ممارسة طقوسهم الوثنية لعبادة الشيطان، وشافت بعينها وصورت كمان. لو مش عارف مين الشباب الصيع اللي سرحان بتتكلم عنهم وعملوا ايه، وهي عملت ايه، تعالا أحكيلك عن شغل الصحافة الصفرا اللي عملته سرحان علي الرأي العام المصري، واللي كان سبب في ضياع مستقبل شباب...
- [ازاي فرخة قلبت البلد علي فشنك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%ae%d8%a9-%d9%82%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d9%84%d8%af-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%81%d8%b4%d9%86%d9%83/): ظهر امبارح بوست علي الفيس بوك بيقول أن فرخة، في مدينة مرسي علم في محافظة البحر الأحمر، خضعت لعملية جراحية معقدة استمرت ساعتين وتطلبت طبيبين بيطريين وشرائح ومسامير ربط لتقويم الكسور في عظام القدمين والجناح. بتكلفة 7 ألاف جنية، العملية تمت لإنقاذ الفرخة اللي وقعت من فوق بيت صاحبها الخبر ده انتشر بشكل كبير علي مواقع كتير جدا والكومنتات والأراء بدأت تظهر من كل حتة. والسؤال: ايه اللي حصل بالظبط وايه حقيقة الموضوع؟ دكاترة بيطريين دول ولا أبطال ولا في كلام تاني؟ بناءاً علي البوست العملية اتكلفت 7 الاف جنية وصاحب الفرخة (اللي اسمها ليسكي) كان علي استعداد يدفع أكتر، أو...
- [و شربنا الشاي مع المخرج أمير رمسيس](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%88-%d8%b4%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%b3/): و شربنا الشاي مع المخرج أمير رمسيس و اتكلم معانا فى مواضيع كتير، اهمها فيلم حظر تجوال إلى هيشارك فى المسابقه الرسميه لمهرجان القاهره السينمائى فى دورته ال42، وكلمنا كمان عن مستقبل السينما فى زمن الكورونا، وعن تجربته الجديدة فى عالم الكوميديا اللى بيتم تحضيره حاليا. حظر تجول لأمير رمسيس في المسابقة الرسمية لمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي ممثلين فيلم حظر تجوال بيحكوا عن شخصياتهم في الفيلم &nbsp; &nbsp;
- [حظر تجول لأمير رمسيس في المسابقة الرسمية لمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d8%b8%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%b3-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%a8%d9%82%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%85/): في عرض عالمي أول، ينافس الفيلم المصري حظر تجوّل للمخرج أمير رمسيس في المسابقة الرسمية لمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي بدورته الـ 42 في الفترة ما بين 19 وحتى 28 نوفمبر 2020، ويعتبر الفيلم هو أول فيلم مصري روائي طويل يتم اختياره للمنافسة بالمهرجان. وقد صرح المخرج أمير رمسيس قائلا: &#8220;سعيد و فخور بعرض الفيلم في مسابقة مهرجان القاهرة الدولي الرسمية ، في عودة للمهرجان الذي عرض فيه أول أفلامي الطويلة آخر الدنيا عام ٢٠٠٦ و أعتبر المهرجان خير إنطلاقة لمسيرة الفيلم في المهرجانات الدولية و في عرضه الجماهيري و لم تتردد أسرة الفيلم لحظة في تأجيل مشاركته في أي مهرجان آخر...
- [Jennifer Aniston & Brad Pitt Reunite on Screen, For a Good Cause](https://www.el-shai.com/jennifer-aniston-brad-pitt-reunite-on-screen-for-a-good-cause/): Same, Chrissy Teigen. 💯 Tune in tonight at 9PM ET / 6PM PT to #FastTimesLive tonight on our Facebook and TikTok. Text&#8230; Posted by CORE on&nbsp;Thursday, September 17, 2020 The 90s &#8220;it&#8221; couple reunited on screen after two decades, and 15 years after their very public divorce. And it was all narrated by Morgan Freeman! The former couple reunited for a table read of the movie Fast Times, which was held to raise funds for coronavirus pandemic relief — led by the nonprofits CORE and REFORM Alliance. Jennifer played Linda and Brad played&#8230;Brad. They were joined by Dane Cook, Morgan Freeman,...
- [عشر نصائح لطلبة الجامعة اللي رايحين يعيشوا بعيد عن اهلهم لأول مرة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d8%b4%d8%b1-%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%ad-%d9%84%d8%b7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%ad%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%8a%d8%b9/): فكرة الاستقلالية للشباب في مصر مش فكرة منتشرة أوي. أحنا مش بنكمل 18 سنة وبنروح نعيش بعيد عن اهلنا زي الناس التانية. وعلشان كدا اهلنا، للأسف، مش بيأهلونا للاستقلالية دي بدري. ومعظم طلبة الجامعة اللي بيسافروا من الأقاليم للقاهرة، أو من بيت أهلهم لمحافظة تانية، علشان الجامعة، بيكونوا قلقانين جداً. والفكرة بالنسبالهم، رغم انها مثيرة، لكن برضه بتكون مرعبة. عشر نصائح مهمين علشان طلبة الجامعة يعرفوا يبدئوا التجربة دي ويكملوا فيها بنجاح 1. اختار سكن قريب من جامعتك لازم تنزل قبل بداية الترم وتتمشى في المنطقة المحيطة بالجامعة علشان تلاقي شقة قريبة. استخدم اوليكس او شوف ارقام سماسرة&#8230; هتلاقي شقق بأسعار...
- [Watch: When Hassan Abou El Rouss and Hossam Hosney Brought Mo Salah to the 90s!](https://www.el-shai.com/watch-when-hassan-abou-el-rouss-and-hossam-hosney-bought-mo-salah-to-the-90s/): Before the was &#8220;B 100 wesh&#8221;, Hassan Abou El Rouss was known on social media for his comedic songs and sketches. He mostly rose to internet fame with his song &#8220;Kolonia 3ala El Gar7&#8221; in 2016. Two years ago, however, Abou El Rouss made a song called &#8220;Ya Negm Ya star&#8221; for Mohamed Salah. The song was composed by everyone&#8217;s favourite 90s icon, Hossam Hosny, and had a Mo Salah lookalike show off some dribbling skills. The song was mentioned by Nelly Kareem during their interview with Mona Al Shazly, and Abou El Rouss posted it again to his Instagram to...
- [Post-Pandemic Stress...Now What?](https://www.el-shai.com/post-pandemic-stress-now-what/): It all started with a new year, a new decade, and some hopes and dreams. Then there were fires, World War 3, and finally a Pandemic. All our hopes and dreams were shattered before we can even realize what the hell is going on. We&#8217;re now in lockdown. Sweet. The silver lining, however, was that the world would change after the pandemic. It has to. Right? Well, not so much! The reality is, the world got worse. A lot worse. From seeing the most influential countries in the world crumble because of how little the cared about people&#8217;s health, to face...
- [The Decline of the Engineering Fields in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/the-decline-of-the-engineering-fields-in-egypt/): &#8220;Hey son, listen you must to be an engineer to be respected and get a high paid job,&#8221; -said the vast majority of the Egyptian families. But it seems that their speech about how rich and respected I will be after being an engineer turned out unrealistic and doesn&#8217;t pay off. It is all about supply and demand. Throughout our whole lives, we have been injected by the dream of being an engineer, since our childhood, which caused the high school students to seek to get in the engineering universities. That said, the governmental universities have limited seats. So whoever doesn&#8217;t...
- [Watch: El Leila El Kebeira (The Grand Night) Trailer](https://www.el-shai.com/watch-el-leila-el-kebeira-the-grand-night-trailer/): The Grand Night is an Egyptian animated feature film produced by Giraffics. The film has been selected for the Annecy MIFA pitches in 2020 round. “The Grand Night,&#8221; English for “El Leila El Kebira,” is the original name of a famous Egyptian operetta that was created in the 60&#8217;s. It portrays the atmosphere of “El-Moulid,” a traditional folkloric festival in which Egyptian families gather to chant songs, watch shows, play games, enjoy street food and more. With modernized features, relatable struggles and an original plot, the movie revives the popular characters and songs of the operetta, along with other folkloric figures...
- [اعلان بهاء سلطان فسخ عقد الاحتكار مع نصر محروس وخبر مضاد بوظ فرحتنا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a8%d9%87%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%81%d8%b3%d8%ae-%d8%b9%d9%82%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%aa%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%86%d8%b5/): تحديث بتاريخ 18 سبتمبر 2020: ظهور قرار المحكمة في قضية بهاء سلطان ونصر محروس عقد الاحتكار اللي بين طرفي القضية بينص علي أن شركة فري ميوزك (لصاحبها نصر محروس) هتقوم بانتاج تلات ألبومات لسلطان. الأزمة في العقد أنه مش بيشترط فترة زمنية محددة للإنتاج. يعني ممكن يتم انتاجهم في سنة أو 100 سنة. في نفس الوقت لو سلطان حب يفسخ العقد لازم يدفع لفري ميوزك 1.5 مليون دولار أمريكي شرط جزائي. طبعاً العقد كدا ممكن يقعد سلطان من غير شغل طول حياته لو محروس عايز. العقد تم في سنة 2009، وتم بالفعل تسجيل ألبومين مع فري ميوزك. الألبوم الأول نزل في 2013،...
- [فيلم احكيلي لماريان خوري ينافس في مهرجان مالمو للسينما العربية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%ae%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%81%d8%b3-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac/): يشارك فيلم احكيلي للمخرجة ماريان خوري خلال شهر أكتوبر المقبل في المسابقة الرسمية للأفلام الطويلة بمهرجان مالمو للسينما العربية المقام في الفترة ما بين 9 وحتى 13 أكتوبر المقبل. وقد حصل فيلم احكيلي على جائزة الجمهور خلال منافسته في المسابقة الدولية بمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، كما حصل مؤخرًا على جائزتي مسابقة الفيلم المصري ولجنة تحكيم الفيلم اليورو متوسطي وذلك في إطار منافسته في مهرجان أسوان لأفلام المرأة، وكان عرضه العالمي الأول في مهرجان أمستردام الدولي للأفلام الوثائقية. حصد الفيلم العديد من الأراء النقدية الإيجابية، فكتبت مجلة&nbsp;Variety&nbsp;&#8221; &#8220;نواجه من خلال فيلم&nbsp;إحكيلي&nbsp;الأسرار والألام، حيث يغوص الفيلم في تاريخ عائلاتنا وهويتنا وجذورنا الجغرافية من...
- [هذه ليلتي ليوسف نعمان ينطلق بعدة مهرجانات دولية بشهر أكتوبر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%87%d8%b0%d9%87-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%aa%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%81-%d9%86%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%b7%d9%84%d9%82-%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af%d8%a9-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7/): يستكمل الفيلم القصير هذه ليلتي جولته في المهرجانات السينمائية الدولية بعد فوزه بالجائزة الذهبية في مهرجان جنيف للأفلام الشرقية بسويسرا حيث ينافس في المسابقة الرسمية للأفلام القصيرة لمهرجان للسينما العربية في الفترة ما بين 8 وحتى 13 أكتوبر ، كما يشارك في مهرجاني أونتاريو السينمائي الدولي ومهرجان السينما الأفريقية ببلجيكا، وذلك بعدما حظى العام الماضي بعرضه العالم الأول بمهرجان الجونة السينمائي الدولي. وتدور أحداث الفيلم حول سيدة فقيرة تصطحب طفلها المُصاب بمتلازمة داون لشراء الآيس كريم و الاستمتاع باليوم، يتجها لأحد مناطق القاهرة الراقية، فيواجها معاناة لم تكن متوقعة، إلا أن الأم تصر على اقتناص لحظات السعادة لطفلها، وقد حصل الفيلم...
- [Why "The Boys" Should be Your New Favourite Show](https://www.el-shai.com/why-the-boys-should-be-your-new-favourite-show/): &#8220;The Boys&#8221; starts with a soothing love-scene between an ordinary couple: a sweet girl and a naive boy standing on the sideway holding hands and planning their future together. Suddenly a superhuman, with the same power as &#8220;flash&#8220;, walks through her in hyperspeed. She bursts like a balloon of blood and gore and ends up splashed on the road like soup. Only her amputee hands still in the hands of her lover. The superhuman stands for a second&#8230; looks at the dazzled lover, and says: I&#8217;m sorry&#8230; Before flashing back in his way. As the show continues, Hughie Campel &#8220;the lover&#8221;...
- [سوسن بدر في تعليق على الميمز اللي بتهزر على جمالها الفرعوني](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%86-%d8%a8%d8%af%d8%b1-%d8%a8%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%82-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%85%d8%b2-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d8%aa%d9%87%d8%b2%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d9%84/): سوسن بدر واحدة من اعظم الممثلات في تاريخ السينما المصرية. علي عكس ممثلين وممثلات كتير، مهياش مجرد واحدة بتعرف تقف قدام الكاميرا وتؤدي حوار محفوظ. لاء، سوسن بدر بتتحول، بتخلع شخصيتها تماما وبتلبس الشخصيات اللي بتلعبها بحرفية شديدة. والنتيجة أننا بنشوف شخصيات مختلفة تماما كل مرة. وده اللي بيعمل الممثل الشاطر. موهبة سوسن بدر الفذة مش هي العامل الوحيد في نجاحها تعليق علي ملامحها الفرعونية في برنامج الستات ميعرفوش يكدبوا رغم الموهبة العملاقة، الا ان جمالها المتفرد، واللي اتقدر متأخر شوية، كان عامل مهم جداً في نجاحها. بالذات مؤخرا. الجمال اللي فيه رونق متفرد. مش مجرد ملامج متناسقة مع ثيمة جمال...
- [القصة الحقيقية للفيلم "Split" - المغتصب صاحب  الـ24 شخصية بيلي ميليجان](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%82%d9%8a%d9%82%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-split-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ba%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%a8-%d8%b5%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%a8/): في ٢٠١٧ لما نزل فيلم Split لأول مرة، بدأت الناس تتكلم عن البطل اللي بيعاني من انفصام الشخصية وعايش مع ٢٤ شخصية مختلفة جواه. ورغم أن الممثل جيمس مكفوي ظهر في أداء مبهر للشخصية، إلا أن كل الكلام كان متوجه ناحية سؤال مهم جداً: هل الاضطراب ده حقيقي ولا من وحي خيال الكاتب؟ Split القصة الحقيقة اللى شغلت العالم لفترة طويلة عام 1975 تم القبض علي بيلي ميليجان بتهمة اغتصاب تلات بنات في حرم جامعة أوهايو. البنات التلاتة اتعرفوا علي بيلي وتم توجيه الاتهامات ليه وسجنة كمدان بقضايا الاغتصاب دي. الغريب أن واحد من الأطباء النفسيين طلع بتشخيص مثير للجدل، أدعي...
- [Revamp your closet: Know how to look like a million buck with what you already own!](https://www.el-shai.com/revamp-your-closet-know-how-to-look-like-a-million-buck-with-what-you-already-own/): We’ve all had tens and maybe even hundreds of fashion pieces with absolutely no idea what to do with them. They end up on our chairs in our bedrooms until they don’t fit us anymore, then get thrown away. At the same time, when we want to give ourselves a makeover, we always assume that we should buy new clothes and because of how expensive everything has become, we give up. Don’t worry, though; you can now make the best out of what you already got! CHL, Maison Léon is launching a 101 fashion and styling course for beginners. This course...
- [ممثلين فيلم حظر تجوال بيحكوا عن شخصياتهم في الفيلم](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%85%d8%ab%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ae%d8%b8%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%ad%d9%83%d9%88%d8%a7-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%b4%d8%ae%d8%b5%d9%8a%d8%aa%d9%87/): الهام شاهين بتقول أن دورها في فيلم حظر تجوال كئيب وأمينه خليل بتقول أن دورها غريب احمد مجدى شايف دوره وديع &#8230;.أما محمود&#8230; Posted by ‎El-Shai &#8211; الشاي‎ on&nbsp;Sunday, September 13, 2020 الهام شاهين بتقول أن دورها كئيب وأمينه خليل بتقول أن دورها غريب احمد مجدى شايف دوره وديع &#8230;.أما محمود الليثى بيقول أن دوره لذيذ وعلشان كده استنونا نقعد نشرب شاى مع مخرج الفيلم أمير رمسيس ونشوف أيه الحكاية.
- [Hassan Abouelrouss Didn't just Steal the Show, He Remained Positive Amid all the Drama!](https://www.el-shai.com/hassan-abouelrouss-didnt-just-steal-the-show-he-remained-positive-amid-all-the-drama/): We all know Hassan Abouelrouss through his unforgettable role in the Egyptian Series &#8220;B 100 Wesh&#8221;, where he played the role of Zizo. Abouelrouss quickly became a fan favourite, especially since his character&#8217;s mannerisms on the show are more or less the same as his mannerisms in real life. As a part of the season 2 promotion, the cast was interviewed by Mona El-Shazly on the show &#8220;Ma&#8217;akom&#8221;, and Abouelrouss&#8217;s clip from the interview quickly went viral. In the video, Abouelrouss stated that his father sent him to the United States of America for a semester to study architecture, but instead,...
- [Art D'Egypte LIVE Series: Insights from an Arts and Lifestyle Editor](https://www.el-shai.com/art-degypte-live-series-insights-from-an-arts-and-lifestyle-editor/): Given that El-Shai is a place solely dedicated to content creation, writing, and art, we feel like it’s appropriate to highlight notable writers to inspire us on our journey. If you’re interested in writing about Arts and Lifestyle, then you need to watch this conversation between Nour Hassan and Maria Fathy as a part of the Art D’Egypte’s LIVE series. The live series is hosted by Nadine Abdel Ghaffar Art, founder of Art D’Egypte, as well as her team, where they feature and have conversations with important figures in the arts &amp; culture industries. In this session, they invited Maria Fathy;...
- [How Chris Evans Almost Broke The Internet Last Night!](https://www.el-shai.com/how-chris-evans-almost-broke-the-internet-last-night/): The internet went crazy as Chris Evans posted, by mistake, a screen recording of his camera rolls which had&#8230;some private content. Just like you would have guessed, Chris has been trending on Twitter ever since. People mostly reacted through memes. This one is describing our surprise of knowing why Chris Evans was trending &nbsp; With that said, people didn&#8217;t particularly care about the &#8220;private photos&#8221; that got leaked, but more about one particular &#8220;meme&#8221; that he had saved about himself. A meme of Chris Evans with the line &#8220;Guard that pussy&#8221; And of course, this was the best source of meme...
- [The Guilt of Moving On After Getting Dumped!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-guilt-of-moving-on-after-getting-dumped/): Getting dumped always sucks, no matter what the reason is. You end up not just getting hurt of a breakup, but you do that while taking a hit right in the ego! Getting back on your feet and deciding to move on, however, isn&#8217;t easy. There are several challenges that one faces getting over the pain of a breakup. While you&#8217;re the one who was left, you can sometimes feel guilty when you attempt to move on. How does that even happen? If the breakup wasn&#8217;t your fault, why would you feel guilty? I remember having a friend telling me this,...
- [Everything You Need To Know About Recycling Clothes In Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-recycling-clothes-in-egypt/): There are three types of recycling, primary, secondary and tertiary. According to Recycling Consortium Organization, primary recycling can be considered as “second-hand use”, like donating, selling or painting over old clothes to make them reusable, while secondary and tertiary include a certain –but different- level of modification to the material. Primary recycling can be the easiest to obtain and most beneficial for us; with countless options and ideas to what to do with old clothes. Even buying second-hand clothes can be considered a form of recycling that you, in a way, contribute in. Though, if you’re wondering why anyone would consider...
- [Ratched: كل اللي محتاج تعرفه عن مسلسل نتفلكس الجديد راتشيد](https://www.el-shai.com/ratched-%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%b4%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%83%d8%b3/): خبر صدور المسلسل الجديد راتشيد (Ratched) اللي هيبدأ عرضه 18 سبتمبر 2020 علي نتفلكس مكسر الدنيا بين فانز الرعب في كل مكان. المسلسل بطولة سارة بولسون وشارك في الإخراج والكتابة ريان مورفي. النجمين تعاونوا قبل كدا في سلسلة مواسم American Horror Story، واللي كانت واحدة من أهم مسلسلات الرعب في العشر سنين اللي فاتو. والسؤال اللي كل فانز السلسلة دي بيسألوه: هل المسلسل الجديد هو تكملة لسلسلة AHS، ولا مسلسل جديد خالص؟ انتاج قوي ومشاهد اخر رعب وشياكة اللي عرفناه ان أحداث المسلسل الجديد بتدور في أواخر الأربعينات 1947. وواضح في الإعلان أن الأزياء وطريقة التصوير والألوان والفلاتر المستخدمة، خدمت ثيمة...
- [Young Love](https://www.el-shai.com/young-love/): Young Love.  Two words that bring up so many memories. It’s the first love you’ve ever had, for what you’ve known love to be. I actually disagree with people who say “it’s not love when you’re young. It’s just attraction.” Because it is love. In some way. In some form. It is love. It’s the purest kind, too. We were too young to know about the games and the rules. We were simply just feeling. We were feeling this new rush that made us feel the most alive and we didn’t even know what it was. All we knew is that...
- [Lindsay Lohan Starts Her Own Company in the UAE!](https://www.el-shai.com/lindsay-lohan-starts-her-own-company-in-the-uae/): View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan) American actress and singer Lindsay Lohan just announced via Instagram that she will be starting her own company in UAE under the name #BeYourOwnBoss. Lohan worked with UAE based company Virtuzone to help her setup her own company. Virtuzone is a setup specialist company based in Dubai, UAE that helped over 15,000 entrepreneurs with the technical, administrative, and financial aspects of setting up a business in the UAE. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Virtuzone (@virtuzone) Not much has been announced on what the company is about, but...
- [ما وراء الطبيعة...صنع في مصر ليشاهده العالم](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%a7-%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b9%d8%a9-%d8%b5%d9%86%d8%b9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%af%d9%87-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9/): يجري الآن عرض مسلسل ما وراء الطبيعة -الذي أنتج في مصر بفريق عمل مصري- على نتفليكس في ١٩٠ دولة، وبأكثر من ٣٢ لغة. المسلسل مستوحى من سلسلة روايات الكاتب الراحل د. أحمد خالد توفيق، ويقدم بعضاً من أشهر أساطير السلسلة، إلى جانب تقديم شخصيات محبوبة إلى الشاشة مثل د. رفعت إسماعيل، وماجي، وهويدا، ورئيفة، وبالطبع شيراز، في ٦ حلقات من الدراما المثيرة حقاً. تم تصوير المسلسل بالكامل في مصر، بطاقم عمل وممثلين مصريين بالكامل، ويقدم الموسم الأول مستوىً جديداً كلياً من معايير الإنتاج، والتصوير وتصميم الإنتاج والموسيقى، إلى المؤثرات الخاصة والبصرية. ليكون مسلسل &#8220;ما وراء الطبيعة&#8221; أول عمل أصلي من إنتاج...
- [Cairo Industry Days Reveals Its Schedule of Panels at the 42nd CIFF](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-industry-days-ciff/): Cairo Industry Days has announced that its 3rd edition (December 4-7), held right in the throes of the 42nd Cairo International Film Festival, will shed light on several industrial film and TV-related issues, featuring prominent names from the Arab world and worldwide. Cairo Industry Days’ will kick-off on December 4 with a 90-minute panel entitled “Mind My Gender: Being A Woman in The Creative Industries”. The panel will take place at 4:30 PM at The Cairo Opera House and will be moderated by Mariam Farag, the Head of Corporate Sustainability &amp; Social Impact at MBC Group. It will feature Emad Karim,...
- [4 Things about Matkhafeesh App, the New Anti-Harassment App](https://www.el-shai.com/matkhafeesh-app-anti-harassment/): Most people in Egypt now are more aware of the sexual harassment cases that happen every day. We have a lot of awesome people, like Assault Police, doing everything to raise awareness and protect the women who had to deal with sexual harassment. Two more heroes have stepped, and they are ready to make a difference. Salma Medhat Shaaban and Ahmed Rihan have launched a mobile application named Matkhafeesh app that offers a lot of helpful features that work towards anti-harassment. The Matkhafeesh app offers four main features that make A LOT of difference Let&#8217;s see what life-saving ideas those two...
- [Spotify Egypt: Wegz Slays 2020 as Egypt's most-streamed artist on Spotify](https://www.el-shai.com/wegz-2020-spotify-egypt/): For the second time in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Spotify is revealing the top songs, artists, albums, and playlists that defined how 320 million people around the world listened to and discovered music. It has definitely been a year to remember — being physically apart for so long, yet somehow finding ways to come together as a resilient community. As 2020 comes to a close, Spotify looks back and celebrates the creators behind the music that kept fans going throughout a year that feels like forever. Whether it was to sing along or simply tune it all out,...
- [العرض العربي الأول لفيلم حنة ورد في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ad%d9%86%d8%a9-%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%af-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%87/): فيلم حنة ورد للمخرج مراد مصطفى ينافس في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي – مواعيد عرض الفيلم يشارك الفيلم القصير حنة ورد للمخرج مراد مصطفى في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي 42 في الفترة ما بين 2 وحتى 10 ديسمبر، وذلك من خلال مسابقة سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة ويعتبر أول عرض عربي ومصري للفيلم بعد تم عرضه أكثر من 95 مهرجان دولي حول العالم (في حوالي 50 دولة مختلفة) من بينهم 20 مهرجان مؤهل لجوائز الاوسكار والبافتا وحصل الفيلم على 12 جائزة دولية منذ عرضه العالمي الأول بالمسابقة الرسمية لمهرجان كليرمون فيران الدولي بفرنسا. و تدور أحداثه حول &#8220;ورد&#8221; طفلة سودانية فى السابعة من...
- [بمناسبة شيكابالا، 5 حكايات مرعبة عن العنصرية ضد أصحاب البشرة الداكنة في مصر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d8%b4%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%8c-5-%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%b9%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9/): أولاً، احنا مش قصدنا في النقد اللي هيحصل في المقال ده أن الشعب المصري متوحش وبياكل العيال الصغيرين، بالعكس، احنا بنحاول نوضح أن المصريين مجرد بشر عندهم إحتياجات ودوافع وتصرفاتهم ليها أسباب، وبنحاول نهدم أشكال من الوهم الجماعي، اللي بتخلي المصريين مش قادرين يواجهوا عيوبهم علشان يشتغلوا عليها ويتحسنوا كأفراد. مظاهر العنصرية ضد شيكابالا كلنا، ومن زمان، بنسمع أسوء ألفاظ عن شيكابالا علشان لون بشرته، رغم أنه واحد من أشطر اللعيبة في مصر. وبغض النظر عن تصرفات شيكابالا اللي بتستفز الجماهير واللي مينفعش أصلا تتناقش علي أنها حتي دافع للعنصرية. بعد مباراة الأهلي والزمالك الأخيرة في دوري أبطال أفريقيا، واللي كان...
- [فيلم الحد الساعة خمسة لشريف البنداري ينافس في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%a9-%d8%ae%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%81-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d9%86%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%8a/): يشارك الفيلم القصير الحد الساعة خمسة للمخرج شريف البنداري في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي بنسخته الـ42 في الفترة ما بين 2 وحتى 10 ديسمبر، وذلك من خلال مسابقة سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة ويمزج الفيلم في سرده بين الروائي والتسجيلي، حيث تدور أحداثه حول هديل فتاة ثلاثينية تعيش في القاهرة، في لحظة فارقة من حياتها التي تود تغييرها تقرر الذهاب لعمل تجربة آداء في أحد أفلام المخرج المصري الكبير خيري بشارة .. يضعها خيري في لحظة إختيار تزيد من حيرتها .. الفيلم يمزج بين الواقعي والمتخيل في بناء سردي روائي/تسجيل ويقوم ببطولة فيلم الحد الساعة خمسة، هديل حسن، والمخرج خيري بشارة، أيتن...
- [Sara MESFER’s “THE GIRLS WHO BURNED THE NIGHT” Set for a World Premiere at CIFF](https://www.el-shai.com/sara-mesfers-the-girls-who-burned-the-night/): Short film, “THE GIRLS WHO BURNED THE NIGHT”, by Saudi director Sara Mesfer is set to have its world premiere as part of the Cinema for Tomorrow competition at the upcoming 42nd edition of Cairo International Film Festival, which is scheduled to take place from December 2-12, 2020. Also, the official poster and trailer of the film are announced as part of its pre-release campaign. The film follows two young sisters on an engagement night after one of them decides to go to the grocery shop but gets denied, which leads to an unexpected turn of events in a violent way....
- [European Film Promotion: الإعلان لأفلام الثلاثة المرشحة لجوائز النقاد العرب للأفلام الأوروبية](https://www.el-shai.com/european-film-promotion/): أعلن European Film Promotion ومركز السينما العربية عن الأفلام الثلاثة المرشحة للنسخة الثانية من جوائز النقاد العرب للأفلام الأوروبية، التي جاءت بعد أن شاهد عبر موقع Festival Scope، 56 ناقداً من 14 دولة عربية 22 فيلماً من 22 دولة أوروبية، كانت ضمن القائمة الأولية للأفلام المرشحة للجائزة التي سوف يتم الإعلان عن الفيلم الفائز بها، خلال حفل يُقام ضمن مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي (من 2 إلى 10 ديسمبر/ كانون الأول). الأفلام المرشحة لجوائز النقاد العرب للأفلام الأوروبية بحسب ما جاء في European Film Promotion ومركز السينما العربية: Never Gonna Snow Again | إخراج: ماوجوجاتا شوموسكا | ممثل بولندا في الأوسكار Quo...
- [Why you Should Watch Iraqi Film Mosul starring Waleed Elgadi on Netflix!](https://www.el-shai.com/iraqi-mosul-waleed-elgadi-netflix/): Mosul, starring Waleed Elgadi is released November 26 on Netflix. It is the first Arabic language feature film to be produced by the Russo Brothers, (Marvel Avengers) and is written and directed by Matthew Michael Carnahan (World War Z, 21 Bridges). The film deals with the Iraq war, as it monitors an Iraqi SWAT team fighting to liberate the capital from ISIS forces. It premiered at the Venice and Toronto International Film Festivals last year, where it was praised by critics and sites such as ScreenDaily and The Hollywood Reporter. IndieWire said about Mosul: ‘Mosul is essentially a nerve-shredding, nightmare-inducing, your-ears-will-never-stop-ringing...
- [The Man Behind the Best Festivals Photography: Mohamed Khatib](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-khatib/): With El Gouna Film Festival just passing, and Cairo International Film festival coming up, did you ever wondered how the pictures you see of festivals and events come about? And how hard those photographers work to under the fast paste circumstances, especially with Covid-19? In case you were curious, we sat down with Mohamed Khatib, the head photographer for El Gouna Film Festival right before the Cairo International Film Festival to get a better understanding of how festival coverages happen. What drew you to photography? Capturing a connection with people is my greatest inspiration. I always loved looking at photos either...
- [Sara Shazli’s “Isabel” Set for a World Premiere at Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/sara-shazlis-isabel-ciff/): The short film, “Isabel”, by Egyptian director Sara Shazli is set to have its world premiere as part of the Cinema for Tomorrow competition at the upcoming 42nd edition of Cairo International Film Festival, which is scheduled to take place from December 2-12, 2020. Also, the official poster and trailer of the film are announced as part of its pre-release campaign. The film tells the story of Isabel, a shy and introvert little girl who lives with her workaholic mother. To take care of her daughter, the mother hires a maid who lives full time at home. After years of living...
- [عمرو عابد عن ترشيح فيلم لما بنتولد لتمثيل مصر في الأوسكار](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%b1%d9%88-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%af-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%b4%d9%8a%d8%ad-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%a8%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%84%d8%af-%d9%84%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%ab/): بعد عرضه الأول بالدورة الثالثة لمهرجان الجونة السينمائي، اختارت مصر الفيلم الروائي الطويل لما بنتولد من بطولة عمرو عابد ليمثلها في النسخة الـ92 لمسابقة الأوسكار العالمية لفئة أفضل فيلم عالمي. قلنا نبارك لبطل الفيلم عمرو عابد ونسأله إحساسه إيه عن الترشيح لفيلم لما بنتولد. &#8220;من الاخبار السعيدة ان فيلمك يتم اختياره لتمثيل سينما مصرية في الاوسكار. اي نعم مش ترشيح نهائي للمنافسة بس الفيلم ده اتعمل بدعم كبير وايمان كبير من كل اللي على المشروع. من نجوم ومخرج تامر عزت ومنتج معتز عبد الوهاب واتمنى يبقى في فرصة الناس تشوفه اكتر قريب.&#8221; فيلم لما بنتولد فيلم مستقل، سيناريو وحوار الراحلة نادين...
- [The Pyramids Light up in Orange For Activism against Gender-based Violence](https://www.el-shai.com/the-pyramids-light-up-in-orange/): The National Council for Women (NCW), in partnership with UN Women Egypt Country Office, lit up in orange the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx on the 25th November, joining the global community in launching the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. The 16 Days of Activism commences every year on the 25th of November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and runs until International Human Rights Day on the 10th of December. #OrangetheWorld and lighting the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx in orange falls within the UN Secretary General’s UNiTE campaign through...
- [A talk with Mina El Naggar, Founder of MedFest-EG: How Medicine and Films Meet](https://www.el-shai.com/mina-el-naggar-founder-medfest-eg/): MedFest-EG is a medically themed educational film forum that launched its first edition in Cairo in January 2017. MedFest-EG offers a different scope of approaching healthcare and filmmaking through exploring common grounds between medicine and film. The idea for MedFest-EG was inspired by MedFest UK and founded in Egypt by Dr Mina El Naggar and Dr Khalid Ali. Dr El Naggar is a Clinical nutrition specialist, member of the ESPEN society for clinical nutrition. He is also an actor, with numerous roles in TV and film, an award-winning filmmaker as well as the director of MedFest-EG. 1) First off, tell us...
- [Why Black Friday is Every Customer Service Agent's Living Hell](https://www.el-shai.com/black-friday-customer-service-agents-living-hell/): Black Friday is such an incredible time of the year, we jump on every possible chance to grab this super sale, and we are filled with ecstasy and excitement as we purchase and consume. But once something goes wrong, we rush up calling the customer service to solve any online purchase complications. When we call customer service, we usually feel outraged, and we express this anger on the person on the other end of the phone. But do we ever consider that this person is already under unbearable pressure during black Friday? In black Fridays, the customer service agents are being...
- [Twitter calls for public feedback to shape its new approach to verification](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-feedback-verification/): Three years ago, Twitter paused its public verification program after hearing feedback that it felt arbitrary and confusing to many people. A year later, it deprioritized this work further to focus on protecting the integrity of the public conversation around critical moments like the 2020 US election. Since then, the company hasn’t been clear about who can become verified and when, why an account might be unverified, or what it means to be verified. Today, Twitter is sharing the start of its plans to revamp how people can identify themselves on the platform, starting with verification and asking the public to...
- [Spotify is back with its annual “End of Year” Premium offer: Don't miss it!](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-annual-premium-offer/): Spotify is back with its annual “End Of Year” Premium holiday offer to help you listen ad-free to some of your favourite holiday tracks like “Last Christmas” by Wham!, “Santa Tell Me” by Ariana Grande or “Jingle Bell Rock” by Bobby Helms. Beginning today through Dec. 31, Spotify Premium is offering three months free to eligible Spotify Free and first-time users who are new to Premium across the Individual Premium plan. For those who are missing their Individual Premium plan and cancelled for one reason or another, Spotify is offering three months for 49.99EGP. Whether you’re binging Laylet Eid or streaming the ultimate “&#8220;Christmas Hits” playlist...
- [Application window open for the first ‘Google for Startups Accelerator’ in MENA](https://www.el-shai.com/google-for-startups-accelerator/): Google announced today the opening of the application window for the first ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: MENA’ program in the region. Announced earlier in October as part of its Grow Stronger with Google regional program, ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: MENA’ is a three-month digital accelerator program for Seed to Series A technology startups based in the region. The first cohort will include 10-15 selected MENA-headquartered startups and will run virtually starting January 2021. As part of the program, selected founders will outline the top challenges their startup is facing, and will then be paired with relevant experts from Google and the...
- [محمد رمضان و 7 مرات كان عامل فيهم مشاكل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b6%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%88-7-%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%84-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%87%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%84/): قد نختلف مع محمد رمضان كشخص، وإحنا جايين في المقال ده علشان نختلف، لكن منقدرش ننكر أنه واحد من أشطر الممثلين في مصر. دخل السينما كشاب هزيل ،أسمر البشرة وصاحب ملامح مصرية أصيلة ولكن للأسف المعايير المصرية المشوهة للجمال بتعتبر شاب في ملامح رمضان مش وسيم. ولأن السينما المصرية لا تحتضن الشاب اللي مش بتعتبره وسيم وبالتالي مش بتديله فرصته أنه يكون بطل ويطلع مواهبه، كان لازم نرفع القبعات لرمضان ونحترم أنه قدر يكسر كل القواعد ويبقي  نجم شباك وواحد من أعلي النجوم أجراً في مصر. محمد رمضان مش أول شاب مصري أسمر البشرة، بملامح مصرية أصيلة قدر يقتحم السينما ويمتلك...
- [New Zeland's Ambassador in Egypt, Greg Lewis, is Going Full Egyptian!](https://www.el-shai.com/new-zelands-ambassador-in-egypt-greg-lewis/): New Zeland; known for its Window XP-Esque sceneries, having one of history&#8217;s most badass female leaders &#8211; and leaders in general, being the home of Middle Earth and Lord of the Rings, and more importantly, Rugby. While New Zealanders can take some time to adjust to Egyptian culture because of all the major differences, one thing they can never live without is their rugby. Luckily for them, we are also as obsessed with another sport that involves a ball, and probably a whole lot less violent -football. Don&#8217;t believe us? Just ask New Zeland&#8217;s ambassador in Egypt. Greg Lewis, who took...
- [Amir El-Masry receives Critical Acclaim for his performance at LiMBO](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-critical-acclaim-limbo/): Following the critical acclaim he received for his role in Limbo, rising star&nbsp;Amir El-Masry is competing in the 42nd edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) that will be held from 2 to 10, December 2020. The film was part of the official selection at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year and also received the TCM Youth Jury Award at the San Sebastian Film Festival. This year marks Amir El-Masry’s second year in a row taking part in CIFF, where he participated in the last edition with his Danish film Daniel. Most recently, The British Academy of Film and...
- [جيل التسعينات، فاكرين مسلسلات الكارتون على سبيستون ؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b4%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b3%d8%b9%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%8c-%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b1/): بدأ بث قناة سبيستون في سنة 2000. يعني الوقت اللي اطفال التسعينات كانوا فيه عايشين طفولتهم بالظبط. ولأن سبيستون أول قناة عربية متخصصة في برامج الأطفال والكارتون، اتحولت لأيقونة الطفولة عند مواليد التسعينات وشكلت طفولتهم وعلمتهم وأثرت فيهم أكتر من مدارسهم نفسها. ندخل علي شوية نوستالجيا ونفتكر مسلسلات الكارتون اللي كنا بنشوفها علي سبيستون!! 1 &#8211; أبطال الديجيتال &#8220;نداءٌ إلي قاعدة الديجيتال&#8230;. صنديدٌ قادم&#8221; الكارتون ده بالذات كان طفرة. القصة عن محموعة أطفال بيدخلو عالم رقمي علشان ينقذوه من أخطار بتهدد وجوده وسلامة الكائنات اللي عايشة فيه. يمكن أحلي جزء من المسلسل كان الأول. وكان من أهم اللحظات في المسلسل لما...
- [Vintage Outfit Ideas and Where to Get Them in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/vintage-outfit-ideas-and-where-to-get-them/): Over the past couple of years, vintage clothes have been having a rise in Egypt and becoming noticeably popular. We see people wear them often, and we cannot help but want to try it out ourselves. Although some fast fashion brands have taken on this style- especially that of the ‘90s -many vintage pieces can be easily found in thrift shops, and much cheaper!  The perfect outfit doesn’t have to cost thousands of pounds. Instead, you can invest in only one or two signature pieces, and finish the look with cheap items you can either thrift or already own. We took...
- [vivo Launches V20 Series, Bringing Industry-Leading Front Camera Capabilities to Users](https://www.el-shai.com/vivo-launches-v20-series/): Vivo today released the V20 and V20 SE &#8211; part of the all-new V20 series. A realization of vivo’s commitment to user-centric design, the V20 series offers innovative selfie capabilities that allow users to record and capture the perfect moments in their lives. With cutting-edge camera technology, trendy design, and strong all-around performance, the V20 series devices perfectly complement the lifestyles of young, fast-moving and fashion-savvy consumers. V20 V20’s leading 44MP Eye Autofocus front camera allows users to unlock a new world of selfie capabilities. The lens features Eye Autofocus (AF), which uses advanced algorithms to track and focus on moving...
- [Covid-19 and virtual interviews: Here are some Do’s and Don’ts](https://www.el-shai.com/virtual-interviews-here-are-some-dos-and-donts/): 2020 hasn’t been easy on any of us, and due to the Covid-19 pandemic, most companies and other business entities have switched to virtual interviews. So if you are a fresh graduate and new to the career world or you want to give it another try, you may need to read this article because we gathered some dos and don’ts that will help you to ace your digital interview. Do your homework The easiest and quickest way to fail in an interview is to know nothing about the employer or to ask the lamest question of all ‘what do you do...
- [فيلم Megan is Missing: ليه اكتر فيلم مرعب في 2011 مكسر الدنيا علي تيك توك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-megan-is-missing/): الفيلم اتصور سنة 2005 ولكن لم يتم توزيعه سينمائياً غير في 2011، وده بسبب مشاكل في الانتاج والمونتاج والتوزيع، المهم ان الفيلم حتي لما لقي توزيع سينمائي محدود مقدرش يحقق اي نجاح يذكر. الفيلم واخد تقييم اقل من المتوسط علي مواقع التقييم. ايه حكاية فيلم Megan is Missing؟ فيلم Megan is Missing بيتكلم عن بنت مراهقة اسمها ميجان ستيوارت بتقابل واحد اونلاين وبعد شوية وقت بتختفي وتبدأ صاحتها إيمي هيرمان رحلة البحث عنها. ميجان بتطلع مخطوفة وبيتم اغتصابها وتعذيبها لحد ما تموت ونفس الشخص اللي خطف ميجان بيخطف صاحبتها اللي بتدور عليها وبيعذبها وبيغتصبها. الفيلم متصور علي انه مجموعة فيديوها متجمعة...
- [Queen's Gambit ازاي نيتفلكس اختصرت الحياة في رقعة شطرنج](https://www.el-shai.com/queens-gambit-%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%a7%d8%ae%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%b1%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b1%d9%82%d8%b9%d8%a9/): &nbsp; المسلسل هو هو واحد من اصدارات نيتفليكس الاصلية واللي مبني علي رواية بنفس الأسم بقلم والتر تيفس عام 1983 واللي علي حسب كلام تيفس اقتبسها من احداث حقيقية في حياته وبتحكي صراعاته مع فترات الادمان ومحاولات الهروب من عبثية الواقع والألم الصارخ للوعي. في بداية المسلسل بتوصف بيث هارمون الشطرنج علي انه عالم محكوم ومحدد تقدر فيه تهرب من فوضي الحياة الحقيقية لحياة تانية تقدر تتحكم فيها، وبتعتبر الشطرنج هو وسيلة الراحة من آلم الوعي والوجود، الشطرنج والكحول والحبوب طبعاً. المسلسل بيتناول نفس الخطوط العريضة اللي الرواية ركزت عليها، زي الطبيعة الهوسية للبطلة &#8220;بيث&#8221; وأزاي الناس بتاخد الشطرنج جد بزيادة...
- [Twitter takes a look at Ahmed Helmy and Mona Zaki’s top Tweets in honor of their shared birthday](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-helmy-and-mona-zakis-top-tweets-on-twitter/): Ahmed Helmy (@ahelmy) and Mona Zaki (@monazaki) are amongst Egypt’s active stars on Twitter. While the married couple is known best for their work across the big screen, they also share another similarity &#8211; their birthdays are both on November 18th! In honour of their special day, Twitter is looking back at the celebrities’ Tweets from over the years, since first joining the platform. Ahmed joined Twitter in 2012, followed by Mona in 2013, making this year their eighth and seventh Twitter birthdays, respectively. To help them celebrate, Twitter is sharing some of their most Retweeted Tweets; eight for Ahmad and...
- [أماني الخطاطبة بتطرد من الطيارة بقوة الشرطة في الولايات المتحدة، ايه اللي حصل؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%b7%d8%a7%d8%b7%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%aa%d8%b7%d8%b1%d8%af-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a9%d8%8c-%d8%a8%d9%82%d9%88%d8%a9/): أماني الخطاطبة هي امرأة مسلمة اتولدت وعاشت معظم حياتها في الولايات المتحدة، وكانت أول مسلمة تترشح لأنتخابات الكونجرس الأمريكي في ولاية نيوجيرسي وصاحبة موقع Muslimgirl.com. أيه ده، أنتي مش White man؟ طيب، شكلك وحجابك ده مش مريحني! يوم 14 نوفمبر 2020 أماني الخطاطبة كانت مسافرة من نيووارك لكارولاينا الشمالية علي خطوط جوية أمريكية. وعلي حد كلام الخطاطبة، واحد من الركاب واللي كان راجل ابيض خد مكانها في الصف وطلع شنطة وسبقها للتفتيش وهي بتقلع جزمتها. لما الخطاطبة طلبت منه يستني دوره زي كل الناس رد عليها زي اي راجل ابيض بيستعرض امتيازاته، انه درجة أولي وPre check. الموضوع مخلصش هنا! لأ....
- [Spotify launches SAWTIK to celebrate emerging Arab female artists across the MENA region](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-launches-sawtik-to-celebrate-emerging-arab-female-artists-across-the-mena-region/): Spotify, the world’s largest audio platform, launches ‘SAWTIK’, an initiative to celebrate and amplify the voices of emerging unsigned female artists in MENA, following research that unveiled their deepening underrepresentation in the region’s music scene. With female artists comprising less than 13% of those signed by MENA-based labels in the past five years, SAWTIK, which means “Your Voice,” will use Spotify’s reach to raise their visibility, while offering them education, networking opportunities and marketing support. SAWTIK debuts with an impressive line-up of 16 talented voices from the region and Arab superstar Latifa joins as the initiative’s first-ever godmother. Recognizing the scarcity...
- [Amir El-Masry Is Selected for the BAFTA’s Breakthrough Brits](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-is-selected-for-the-baftas/): The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced the 2020 BAFTA Breakthrough participants, including the prominent star Amir El-Masry, to become the first star of Egyptian origin to join this list after a long repertoire of total 24 international works since 2013. This year, the BAFTA Breakthrough has selected 34 talents through cross-industry global juries comprised of leading industry professionals, including Jude Law, Amma Asante, Edward Enninful, Melissa Johns and Fiona Shaw. Star Amir El-Masry is chosen among the talents that have recently appeared on the scene in the United Kingdom, especially after his role in the new film...
- ["واحده كده" يشارك في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%af%d9%87-%d9%83%d8%af%d9%87-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a/): أعلن مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي في دورته ال42، المزمع إقامته في الفترة من 2 إلى 10 ديسمبر المقبل، خلال المؤتمر الصحفي الذي أقيم صباح اليوم، عن قائمة الأفلام المشاركة في برنامج سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة ومن بينهم فيلم &#8220;واحده كده&#8221; بقسم خارج المسابقة.   فيلم &#8220;واحده كده&#8221; المُشارك في مهرجان القاهرة من بطولة ريهام عبد الغفور، سلوى عثمان، محمد علي رزق، حازم سمير، قصة وإخراج مروان نبيل في أولى تجاربه الإخراجية. سيناريو وحوار هيثم الشال. مدير التصوير عبد السلام موسى، مونتاج منى ربيع، وإنتاج شركة هارموني وشركة allusionist pictures وشركة هاي ميديا. استغرق تصوير الفيلم ثلاثة أيام في أماكن مختلفة، بينها...
- [مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي: فيلم الرعب المصري عمّار يشارك في عروض منتصف الليل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%88%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85/): في عرضه العالمي الأول، أُختير فيلم الرعب المصري عمّار ليشارك ضمن عروض منتصف الليل بـ مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي في دورته 42 والتي ستُقام هذا العام في الفترة من 2 إلى 10 ديسمبر، بدلاً من موعده المعتاد في نوفمبر، وذلك وفقاً للإجراءات الصحية للحكومة المصرية ومنظمة الصحة العالمية تجاه وباء كورونا. مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي هو واحد من 15 مهرجان تم تصنيفهم ضمن الفئة الأولى من قبل الاتحاد الدولي لجمعيات منتجي الأفلام. وهو المهرجان السينمائي الأقدم الذي تم اعتماده دولياً في العالم العربي وأفريقيا والشرق الأوسط. تدور أحداث فيلم الرعب عمّار حول أسرة سيئة الحظ تصل إلى قصر آل غريب، وسرعان...
- [Al Hezb El Comedy Presents: Stand Up Underground Open Mic!](https://www.el-shai.com/al-hezb-el-comedy-stand-up-underground-open-mic/): This is for all the people that feel that they express themselves and tell jokes in English. This is for the foreigners that live in Egypt that have a funny bone and want to give stand up comedy a try. And those who want to laugh as well and can&#8217;t find the English language live entertainment. This is for anyone that wants to enter the stand-up comedy industry and doesn&#8217;t know where to start! Hosted by: Hashem El Garhy Tickets: 100 EGP Tickets are very very limited because of social distancing. Open Mic-ers- Sign up: https://forms.gle/k9uK4c9PkVDdPpT16 Venue: Elle Studio in Degla Maadi....
- [Read Full Interview with the Founder of the "Made-In-Egypt" App](https://www.el-shai.com/interview-with-the-founder-of-made-in-egypt/): Made-In-Egypt is an online shopping app, founded in 2018, that provides a platform to introduce Egyptian products to a worldwide audience. We interviewed Mohamed Seddik to tell us more about this exciting business. Why the world needed an application dedicated to Egyptian products? Egypt has so many products manufactured by small and mini manufacturers that can easily compete with any other products manufactured around the world. Sadly, however, such small business owners don&#8217;t have the know-how or the experience to promote their products. This is why I took the initiative to establish a mobile application to be a platform that can...
- [Cairo Film Connection Presents $250,000+ Worth of Awards during CIFF](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-film-connection-ciff/): Cairo International Film Festival has announced that the 7th Cairo Film Connection will present more than $250,000 worth of in-kind and cash awards within the third edition of Cairo Industry Days (December 4-7). This year’s CFC offers $250,000 worth of awards more than last year, marking the largest since the connection’s launch. Mohamed Hefzy, CIFF President, commented on this saying, “The festival’s programming team is doing its best offering audiences across Cairo quality and prominent films through the festival’s various programs. This comes side by side with the work exerted by Cairo Industry Days’ team to support Arab filmmakers, bringing more...
- [بالطرق دي هتضمني حياة مثالية مع حماتك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%b1%d9%82-%d8%af%d9%8a-%d9%87%d8%aa%d8%b6%d9%85%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%ab%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%83/): هل فكرت قبل كدة إزاي تتعاملي مع حماتك أو إيه هي الطرق الصحيحة لتصرفاتك واللي متسببش أي إحراج لك أو لها؟ كتير بنتعرض لمواقف مش بنبقى عارفين إزاي نتعامل من خلالها خاصة لو كنت عروسة جديدة، ساعات هتحسي إنك مش عارفة أيه هو الرد المناسب اللي ميأثرش على العلاقة بينكم. معروف في الوطن العربي إن الحماة بتكون شخصيتها صعبة شوية وإنها علاقة صعبة لازم يحصل فيها مشاكل. ولكن في الحقيقة الكلام ده مش دائماً صح، فلو كنت حكيمة في ردود أفعالك واتعاملت بطبيعتك من غير مبالغات أو تعقيدات ممكن تكون من أنجح العلاقات. هنقدملك في المقالة دي شوية نصائح عن اتيكيت...
- [The 5th Arab Film Festival Zurich will Screen 5 of the Best Egyptian Movies!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-5th-arab-film-festival-zurich/): In its fifth edition, the Arab Film Festival Zurich is taking place between 19 and 29 November, bringing a total of 36 movies from several Arab countries. The Egyptian feature-length films are Diamond Dust (2018), directed by Marwan Hamed, and A City and the Lost Art of Happiness, directed by Nada Ibrahim. Diamond Dust Egyptian Ahmed Mourad wrote the screenplay for Diamond Dust. The movie stars Asser Yassin, Menna Shalabi, and Maged El-Kedwani. A City and the Lost Art of Happiness As for 2019 documentary A City and the Lost Art of Happiness, it&#8217;s written, directed and with scenography by Nada...
- [Corona Virus in Egypt: Are we ready of the second wave Now?](https://www.el-shai.com/corona-virus-in-egypt-second-wave/): The Egyptian Ministry of Health announced on Thursday 12 November that the overall recorded COVID-19 cases in Egypt have reached 110,095, with 6,417 deaths from the Corona virus in Egypt. Moreover, the overall number of recoveries had reached 100,760. The daily number of COVID-19 cases, after an average of 100-150 cases since August, has been above 200 since 4 November. It is believed that the exact number of cases is much more than what’s officially recorded, due to lack of testing. Egyptian authorities have been preparing for the second wave, where the Prime Minister issued a warning earlier this month that...
- [DOP Ahmad Al Morsy Receives Two Awards from the Australian Cinematographers Society](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmad-al-morsy-australian-cinematographers-society/): For the third year in a row, DOP Ahmad Al Morsy receives two awards from the Australian Cinematography Society (ACS), raising the tally to nine awards from the ACS since his joining in 2017. He received the Golden Award of Corporate Branding and Advertising for the video &#8220;Same Great Feelings&#8221; (AKA. Experience Egypt), which he also directed, for the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in Egypt. Additionally, Ahmad Al Morsy received the Silver Award of John Bowring for Breaks and Promos for the Egyptian TV Channel Identity using the Ancient Egyptian Queen Nefertiti. These new awards will bring the total of...
- [2020 Top Played songs in Egyptian Weddings, according to Spotify](https://www.el-shai.com/2020-top-played-songs-in-egyptian-weddings-spotify/): Singers Hussain Aljassmi and Ramy Ayach are the most listened to artists in wedding playlists on Spotify in 2020, as the audio streaming service witnesses the creation of more than 400,000 user-generated wedding-themes playlists since July this year. Despite 2020 being an unpredictable year for couples looking to tie the knot, new Spotify data shows it hasn’t stopped brides and grooms-to-be from connecting and celebrating the love by streaming their favourite wedding songs and artists these past few months. Based on recent news on multiple celebrity weddings, such as the power couple Hanady Mehanna and Ahmed Khaled Salleh as well as...
- [Carrefour Black Friday Big Sales for 2020 — a Month-Long Shopping Extravaganza](https://www.el-shai.com/carrefour-black-friday-2020/): Carrefour, operated by Majid Al Futtaim in Egypt launched “Carrefour Black Friday” a month-long shopping extravaganza that offers customers unbeatable prices on the most sought-after items on 2020 holiday wish lists. As the only retailer offering an entire month’s worth of saving opportunities, Carrefour underlines its commitment to offering unrivalled value for money. Running until 1 December, “Carrefour Black Friday” month offers customers the opportunity to purchase a range of quality items and products at discounted prices through exceptional promotions. These include buy-one-get-one-free deals, discounts up to 50%, and a three-day super sale across all categories, including groceries, electronics, home appliances,...
- [The Design Studio by Azza Fahmy Distributes Medals in Continuation of Hand medal Project](https://www.el-shai.com/the-design-studio-by-azza-fahmy/): Friends and artists conceived the Hand Medal project Iris Eichenberg and Jimena Ríos, who first collaborated on the exhibition Verdadero Es lo Hecho: Ex Votos and Contemporary Jewellery, which opened last fall in Buenos Aires and was inspired by ex-votos—handheld objects of devotion that honour gratitude or a wish. Neither artist could have imagined that their next project would come so quickly, or put the spirit embodied by the ex-voto into active service. Although the scope of the Hand Medal Project is vast, its aim is straightforward: for artists, jewellers, students, and professionals to craft medals that will honour the service...
- [CIFF Opens Call for Cairo Industry Days Accreditation](https://www.el-shai.com/ciff-opens-call-for-cairo-industry-days-accreditation/): Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has announced that accreditation is now open through the festival’s official page for film and TV industry professionals for the third edition of Cairo Industry Days (December 4 – 7): https://bit.ly/2JYKQvJ The third edition of Cairo Industry Days will be taking place right in the throes of the 42nd Cairo International Film Festival (December 2-10). The accreditation grants film and TV professionals’ access to multiple programs and events: panels and masterclasses that aim to support Arab cinema by opening new channels for co-productions and presenting opportunities for filmmakers to engage with the international committee. Filmmakers are...
- [بعدنا لمحمد محي تحقق مليون مشاهدة خلال 48 ساعة من نزول الأغنية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af%d9%86%d8%a7-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d9%82%d9%82-%d9%85%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%af%d8%a9-%d8%ae%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%84-4/): خلال 48 ساعة من نزول الأغنية، حققت أغنية &#8220;بعدنا&#8221; للنجم محمد محي على موقع الفيديوهات الشهير &#8220;يوتيوب&#8221;، مليون مشاهدة حتى الآن، وجاءت ردود الأفعال على الأغنية إيجابية حيث أجمع المشاهدين على روعة الألحان وصوت النجم محمد محي وأشادوا على إحساسه الرائع بالأغنية. &#8220;بعدنا&#8221; أحدث أغاني ألبوم محمد محي الجديد &#8220;بتاع زمان&#8221; الأغنية من كلمات أحمد مرزوق وألحان وتوزيع محمد رحيم، ماستر أمير محروس، وقد أطلق النجم من قبل عددًا من أغاني الألبوم ونالت إعجاب الجماهير. وكان قد طرح محيي عددًا من أغنياته الجديدة أبرزها، &#8220;سهرانين&#8221; من كلمات نور حمدي، وألحان محمد محيى، وتوزيع محمد العشي وحققت نجاحًا كبيرًا، وكذلك &#8220;فوضت أمري&#8221;،...
- [Luleå International Film Festival بالسويد: نسمة نور الدين تمثل مصر كأفضل ممثلة](https://www.el-shai.com/lulea-international-film-festival-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%86%d8%b3%d9%85%d8%a9-%d9%86%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%ab%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1/): أعلن مهرجان Luleå International Film Festival بالسويد عن وصول الفنانة الشابة نسمة نور الدين عبر فيلمها القصير روح أليفة إلى نهائيات افضل ممثلة للمرة الأولى بمهرجان Luleå International Film Festivalبالسويد، وأيضاً ترشيح الفيلم كأفضل فيلم خاص بالمهرجان. ويأتي ذلك استكمالاً لنجاحات الفيلم التي يحقهها دولياً منها مونتريال والاناضول الدولي وجوائز الفيلم السويدي كما حصل على جائزة أفضل فيلم بمهرجان golden bridge في تركيا. يذكر أن الفيلم من تأليف وإنتاج علي قطب ونسمة نور الدين وتصوير كريم دياب وإخراج محمد سرحان وقد وجه صناع الفيلم الشكر لدكتور مدحت العدل على مشاركته بصوته في الفيلم، ويدور الفيلم حول انتشار فيروس كورونا المستجد الذي...
- [16 Films Selected for International and World Premieres at CIFF 42nd Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/16-films-selected-for-international-and-world-premieres-at-ciff-42nd-edition/): Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) revealed another batch of the film selection to showcase under its 42nd edition (2-10 December). The lineup features 16 titles that will mark their world and international premieres in Cairo. Mohamed Hefzy, Festival President, stated: &#8220;The Festival&#8217;s programming team is proud to debut a selection of the most anticipated films of the year to the massive audiences of film critics and cinephiles in Cairo. This comes in parallel with the various activities of Cairo Industry Days, which offers film professionals a special space to connect with the international filmmaking community.&#8221; The festival&#8217;s International Competition encompasses three...
- [مهرجان القاهرة يكشف تفاصيل الدورة 42 في مؤتمر صحفي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b4%d9%81-%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%a7%d8%b5%d9%8a%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a9-42-%d9%81%d9%8a/): يعقد مهرجان القاهرة السينمائى الدولي، في الثانية عشر من ظهر يوم الاثنين الموافق 16 نوفمبر الجاري، مؤتمرًا صحفيًا للإعلان عن تفاصيل الدورة 42، التي تقام خلال الفترة من 2 إلى 10 ديسمبر المقبل، وذلك بحضور محمد حفظي رئيس المهرجان، وعمر قاسم المدير التنفيذي، وعلياء زكي مدير أيام القاهرة لصناعة السينما، وميريام دغيدي مدير ملتقى القاهرة السينمائي، وأندرو محسن منسق المكتب الفني ومدير مسابقة سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة، وأسامة عبد الفتاح مدير مسابقة أسبوع النقاد، ورامي عبد الرازق مدير المسابقة العربية، بالإضافة إلى عدد من صناع السينما. المؤتمر، الذي يبث على الهواء مباشرة عبر شاشة dmc، وعبر منصات المهرجان على مواقع التواصل...
- [Medfest Egypt Contributes in an initiative to Withstand Violence Against Women](https://www.el-shai.com/medfest-egypt-contributes-in-an-initiative-to-withstand-violence-against-women/): Medfest Egypt is a unique cinematic forum that brings together filmmakers, health service providers, and the public. Recently, however, they launched an initiative to stop, resist, and withstand violence against Women. This initiative urges the world that it&#8217;s not okay for violence against women. We&#8217;ve seen recently many incidents that include women being violated by their fathers, brothers, husbands, strange men, and even other women. And this is not acceptable nor okay! And every year in November, people wear orange to withstand with women that are violated to support them. And also this initiative sheds light on the Women&#8217;s issue and...
- [Bee’ah Confirms Landmark Waste Management Contract at Egypt’s new Administrative Capital](https://www.el-shai.com/beeah-confirms-landmark-waste-management-contract-at-egypts-new-administrative-capital/): Bee’ah, the UAE-based leading sustainability pioneer, and the Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD) have officiated Bee’ah’s appointment as the waste management and city cleaning partner for the new Administrative Capital in Egypt at a signing ceremony, marking Bee’ah’s Middle East and North Africa region expansion. Senior officials present at the ceremony include Bee’ah’s Chairman HE Salim bin Mohamed Al Owais, Bee’ah’s Group CEO HE Khaled Al Huraimel, ACUD Chairman HE Ahmed Zaki Abdeen, ACUD’s CEO Major General Mohamed Abdulatif and ACUD’s Head of Services &amp; Solid Waste Management Sector Major General Adil El-Zmite. Egypt’s new Administrative Capital is a transformative...
- [#ThinkBeforeYouShare: Facebook launches campaign in MENA to help spot false news](https://www.el-shai.com/thinkbeforeyoushare-facebook-launches-campaign-in-mena-to-help-spot-false-news/): Facebook has teamed up with Fatabyyano, its third-party fact-checking partner in the Middle East, to launch #ThinkBeforeYouShare, a campaign that aims to educate and inform people about how to detect potential false news and misinformation, especially about COVID-19. Through the campaign, Facebook and Fatabyyano have developed a dedicated website www.thinkbeforeyoushare.com that will ask people to challenge the information they see on posts through three informative sections that touch on critical topics around misinformation: How to think like a fact-checker: The differences between a credible and non-credible source of information and the dangers of misinformation and the spreading of false news: Fares...
- [vivo Ranks among Top Five Global Smartphone Manufacturers in Q3 2020](https://www.el-shai.com/vivo-ranks-among-top-five-global-smartphone-manufacturers-in-q3-2020/): vivo, a leading, product-driven, global technology company, ranked among the top five international smartphone manufacturers in Q3 2020, representing a clear year-on-year growth. The ranking is based on Q3 data for the global smartphone market released by well-known international market research entities, Canalys and the International Data Corporation (IDC). Numbers from both entities indicated that vivo’s mobile phone shipments remained among the top five in the world. Meanwhile, the Canalys data indicated that vivo ranked fifth worldwide, with 31.8 million shipments and a market share of 9.1 percent. vivo’s success in the global market can be attributed to its significant efforts...
- [Stories of College Professors Harassing Students on Campus!](https://www.el-shai.com/stories-of-college-professors-harassing-students-on-campus/): Amid the incident of a student get harassed by a professor at Zagazig university on a bus heading to college. People are blaming the victim &#8216;as usual&#8217; and getting too defensive because this harasser is a teacher in a medical faculty. So people are justifying this incident by saying he is a respected doctor and teacher at the university, he can&#8217;t do that! Sorry to surprise y&#8217;all. The so-called respected professors are not! Let me shock you with some so-called respected professors harassment incidents! Incidents told by some of my friends, some happened to me, and some we heard about in...
- [ازاي تبرر تحرش طبيب الشرقية، وعشر اجابات أغرب من الخيال](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%b1%d8%b4-%d8%b7%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%82%d9%8a%d8%a9%d8%8c-%d9%88%d8%b9%d8%b4%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%a8/): يوم 31 اكتوبر 2020 لاحظت طالبة في كلية الطب بجامعة الزقازيق ان اللي قاعد جمبها في الميكروباص فاتح سوستة البنطلون وبيمارس العادة السرية علني. خطوة جريئة نتمني كل بنت تعملها ضد تحرش طبيب الشرقية. البنت صرخت ولمت عليه الناس، مسكتتش زي ما الناس طلبوا منها، ولا اهتمت باللي قلولها خلاص كفاية بقي فضحتيه متبوظيش سمعته ومستقبله واصرت انها تبوظ سمعته وتدمر مستقبله، علشان، بكل بساطة، يستاهل. خدت المتحرش للقسم وعملت محضر تحرش وتمت مصادرة &#8220;الملابس الداخلية&#8221; للمتحرش واللي لقوا فيها المني الخاص بيه بعد ما استمني في الميكروباص كلياً لدرجة انه خلص وانبسط وتمام خالص. المتحرش هو طبيب حديث التخرج بيشتغل...
- [Vitiligo Makeup is the Worst Representation and Way of Support](https://www.el-shai.com/vitiligo-makeup-is-the-worst-representation/): Vitiligo is something most of us are familiar with now, but back in the day, it was not a condition that people spoke about regularly. In fact, it gained worldwide recognition when singer Micheal Jackson had it and went from black to white. His change in skin colour cause a lot of controversies; he even made a song about it. However, with Jackson&#8217;s extreme plastic surgeries and overall crazy lifestyle, it wasn&#8217;t the best representation for the condition, and no one took it seriously. People didn&#8217;t even believe it was a skin condition and blamed the change in skin colour on...
- [ظهور شاكوش و حمو بيكا وعمر كمال في فرح هنادي هاني مهنا وتصريحات مليانة تنمر وقلة ذوق](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b8%d9%87%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%88%d8%b4-%d9%88%d8%a8%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%a7-%d9%88%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%b1-%d9%83%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%84-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%ad-%d9%87%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%af%d9%8a/): تحديث بتاريخ 10 نوفمبر 2020.  مباشرة من برنامج التاسعة مساءا مع وائل الإبراشي. في مداخلة هاتفية يوم الأحد 9 نوفمبر 2020 علق هاني مهنا علي الضجة اللي حصلت بخصوص تصريحاته علي ظهور حسن شاكوش وعمر كمال وحمو بيكا وقال &#8220;“جايز أكون قسيت عليهم في تصريحاتي الأولى وأنا بعتذر لو كنت قسيت عليهم وإنما شاكوش وعمر كمال بالعكس أعجب بأغانيهم لأن مفيش أي لفظ خادش للحياء ولا التقاليد والقيم المصرية لكن كل تصرفي مع حمو بيكا ومرجعش ومعتذرش” كمان قال ان اعتراضه علي حمو بيكا انه اتخانق في مقر النقابة وسبها واتهمها بالرشوة وأخد حكم قضائي بالغرامة والسجن وده اللي حمو بيكا...
- [Deezer Goes Orange in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/deezer-goes-orange-in-egypt/): Orange Egypt customers can now get easy access to Deezer’s vast library of music and podcasts. Thanks to the new partnership between the global streaming company and Orange, you now have a hassle-free way to pay. And best of all, you can try out Deezer Premium for free for a month. It’s easy to subscribe through your Orange Egypt prepaid or postpaid plan so that you can experience all the exciting features of our ad-free service. In addition, if you are among the first 100,000 customers to subscribe to the service, you will enjoy a 50% discount for the next four...
- [All about the 36th Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival. Will it Get Canceled?](https://www.el-shai.com/all-about-alexandria-mediterranean-film-festival/): Given the weather conditions that Alexandria governorate is going through, the Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival administration determined to start the festival activities on time with shows and symposiums of the honorees and cancel the opening ceremony. The festival’s first screenings will begin tomorrow with the Renaissance Cinema, the Center for Freedom and Creativity, and the Alexandria Atelier. The honorees ’seminars will also start at the Ezzat Al-Alaili Hall in Sheraton Al-Montazah, and the Alexandria Cinema Celebration will be held on the festival’s closing ceremony at 7 pm Thursday, November 12, 2020. The Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival administration additionally will honour the...
- [عمرو سلامة عنده 7 قواعد لمشاهدة ما وراء الطبيعة والسوشيال ميديا عندها سبعين الف ميمز](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%b1%d9%88-%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%86%d8%af%d9%87-7-%d9%82%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%af-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%af%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%a7-%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a1/): نتفلكس طلعتلنا بأول انتاج مصري بالكامل مصنف كرعب وفانتازيا ومستوحي من اعمال الدكتور أحمد خالد توفيق، ما وراء الطبيعة. المسلسل فرحنا كلنا واستمتعنا جداً واحنا بنتفرج عليه وشوفنا قد ايه الانتاج وفريق العمل تعبوا علشان يوصلوا لحاجة محترمة تليق بأعمال الدكتور توفيق. قواعد مشاهدة ما وراء الطبيعية الأربعون. أول ما المسلسل نزل علي نتفلكس، فريق العمل عمل ضجة كبيرة علشان يروج للمسلسل وعمرو سلامة، مخرج المسلسل، طلع ببوست بيقولنا فيه نعمل ايه واحنا بنتفرج علي المسلسل علشان نستمتع بيه علي قد ما نقدر. بس طبعاً البوست مسلمش من الألش والميمز اللي قلبت السوشيال ميديا وكان الضحك للركب. فيديو حي لعمرو سلامة...
- [USA vs China: Who will Take over the 5G Network in Egypt?](https://www.el-shai.com/usa-vs-china-who-will-take-over-the-5g-network-in-egypt/): As a part of the battle between USA and China over the introduction of 5G networks, China’s Ambassador to Cairo Liao Liqiang launched a press conference on October 25, where he accused the United States of creating spying platforms and suppressing the Chinese partners wishing to introduce the 5G technology. The Chinese attack comes after an announcement made October 23 by Keith Krach, the US State Department’s undersecretary of state for financial development, vitality and the environment. In the statement issued in a press conference held at the US Embassy in Cairo, he warned in opposition to utilising Chinese firms to launch...
- [Iconic Tower in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital Now Stands at 240 Meters](https://www.el-shai.com/iconic-tower-in-egypts-new-administrative-capital-now-stands-240-meters/): Egypt’s Minister of Housing, Assem El-Gazzar, stated that 49 floorings of the iconic tower within the Central Business District (CBD) at the New Administrative Capital have been constructed to date. The iconic tower, set to be the tallest in Africa at about 400 metres, at the moment stands at 240 metres, El-Gazzar stated in an announcement on Thursday. The CBD venture, which incorporates 20 towers, is being constructed in collaboration between the Ministry of Housing’s New Urban Communities Authority (NUCA) and China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) with estimated investments of $3 billion.
- [Egyptian Court holds First Online Hearing Session](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-court-holds-first-online-hearing-session/): An Alexandrian court held the first online hearing session on Thursday, in an attempt by the Ministry of Justice to advance courts with digital transformation and cut back in-person presence amid the coronavirus pandemic. This comes after the Minister of Justice&#8217;s decision to close the Egyptian courts for 2 months as a result of COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. This transfer aims at facilitating the judiciary services for Egyptians and lowering the congestion within the courts. This is a preventive and precautionary measure to control the virus spread. The Alexandria court has outfitted 30 halls allocated for misdemeanour cases with digital...
- [Egypt Obtains part of a Stolen Sarcophagus from Italy](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-obtains-part-of-a-sarcophagus-that-was-stolen-from-italy/): After two years, Egypt recovered a part of a sarcophagus that was stolen and illegally smuggled from Italy. This comes after Egypt recovering 195 artefacts and 21,660 coins that were illegally smuggled to Italy in 2018. Egypt’s Ambassador to Italy Hisham Badr obtained the artefact on Thursday on the headquarters of the anti-cultural property unit of the Italian gendarmerie &#8220;Carabinieri&#8221;, and it will quickly be returned again to its homeland. Supervisor General of Antiquities Repatriation Department, Shaaban Abdel-Gawad mentioned that the piece has been seized by the related safety authorities within the Cagliari area in Italy in 2018. Soon afterwards, the piece was...
- [No Spoilers Review: My Two Cents as a Skeptic about Netflix's Paranormal](https://www.el-shai.com/no-spoilers-review-my-two-cents-as-a-skeptic-about-netflixs-paranormal/): Let me start off by saying, I had no idea who Ahmed Khaled Tawfik was until he died. Never bothered to read any of his work, cause I didn&#8217;t want to invest in someone with a limited number of releases. I&#8217;m also not the biggest fan of Amr Salama. In fact, Shiekh Jackson can be on my top 5 worst movies of all-time list. As for Ahmed Amin, I&#8217;m okay with him, but not as obsessed as most people are. With that said, I was kind of excited to see the first Egyptian Netflix production in general, but probably not as...
- [ما وراء الطبيعة علي نتفلكس: من غير حرق، شوية حاجات قمر علي شوية حاجات فستك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%a7-%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b9%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%83%d8%b3-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%ba%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%ad%d8%b1%d9%82%d8%8c/): زي معظمكم، نمت امبارح وانا مش قادر اصبر، عايز الليل يعدي والصبح يجي بسرعة، كنت مستني اشوف ما وراء الطبيعة علي نتفلكس، زي طفل مستني يلبس لبس العيد. وبعد ما شفت اول حلقة&#8230; مش عارف&#8230; عندي انطباع مشوش، ومش عارف ابدأ منين&#8230; يلا نبدأ من الأول خالص! لما سمعت ان نتفلكس هتنتج مسلسل مقتبس من احداث روايات أحمد خالد توفيق &#8220;ما وراء الطبيعة&#8221;، كانت ردة فعلي مضطربة، انا مش بحب أعمال احمد خالد توفيق ككل، ووضحت ده بإسهاب في مقال كتبته قبل كدا. اتكلمت عن الأسباب اللي خلتني محبش أدب توفيق، وليه رغم كدا كنت متحمس جداً للمسلسل. أول كام دقيقة...
- [MENA premiere for Florian Zeller’s ‘The Father’ at the 42nd Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/premiere-the-father-cairo-film-festival/): The 42nd edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), to be held December 2nd to 10th, will open with the MENA premiere gala screening of Florian Zeller’s ‘The Father’ starring Academy Award winners Sir Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman at the prestigious Cairo Opera House. Based on the acclaimed, award-winning play, ‘The Father’ is the feature debut of acclaimed playwright Florian Zeller, and is written by Academy award winning screenwriter Christopher Hampton (based on Zeller’s own stage play by the same name). The film, also starring Rufus Sewell, Imogen Poots, and Mark Gatiss, has received massive acclaim from critics lauding...
- [GUC and COVID-19: When Attendance is more important than Students' lives](https://www.el-shai.com/guc-attendance-students-lives/): Recently there&#8217;s been a video going viral of a man talking about the GUC&#8217;s incident which is a student tested positive for corona. The man in the video is not a student in the GUC, but he is a friend of someone there. The reason why this guy is the one who talked about the incident, not a student from the GUC is that the universities&#8217; policy is too strict and the students fear their university. Here&#8217;s the video that explains the incident To sum it up, on the 22nd of October, a student felt so sick, and he should stay...
- [بعد اتهام احمد مالك في سرقة كوندوم، نظرة متفحصة لتاريخ مشبوه مع الكوندومز](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b3%d8%b1%d9%82%d8%a9-%d9%83%d9%88%d9%86%d8%af%d9%88%d9%85%d8%8c%d9%86%d8%b8%d8%b1/): احمد مالك، ممثل مصري في بداية الشباب، موهوب وله مستقبل، وبيشتغل جامد علشان يحقق الكاريير اللي يستحقه، ولأنه بيشتغل جامد فأكيد تعبان، أووي! وبمناسبة الإرهاق، امبارح هاني عزب، أشهر صحفي فني في الشرق الأوسط، نزل فيديو بيدعي أنه اللي فيه أحمد مالك وهو متصور في كاميرات المراقبة. لحد اللحظة دي احنا مكناش متأكدين مين اللي في الفيديو، بس اهو شخص في نفس ابعاد أحمد مالك. شبهه جداً. نفس الشعر. نفس الدقن. نفس تدويرة الوش. ولابس نفس الهدوم اللي مالك ظهر بيها في احد فعاليات مهرجان الجونة. في الفيديو، بيدخل &#8220;أحمد مالك&#8221; الصيدلية وفي أجواء من الاثارة والترقب بيحط علبة كوندوم في...
- [جواز درة من هاني سعد وردود الأفعال علي السوشيال ميديا: الدرة اللي بقت ضرة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b2-%d8%af%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%85%d9%86-%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%b3%d8%b9%d8%af/): تحديث بتاريخ 3 نوفمبر 2020. في مداخلة مع اذاعة موزاييك، بعتت الممثلة درة رسالة صوتية بتقول فيها ان جوزها، هاني سعد، مطلق وانها مش زوجة تانية. النهاردة انتشر خبر جواز درة زروق, الممثلة التونسية الجميلة, علي المهندس المصري ورجل الأعمال هاني سعد. بالبوست ده علي انستجرام درة، عرفنا بخبر جوازها، والتهاني جاتلها من ممثلين ومشاهير كتير، منهم اسر ياسين والممثلة التونسية هند صبري وجومانة مراد وغيرهم كتير. الفرح اللي اتعمل في احد فنادق الجونة حضره مجموعة كبيرة من الفنانين، منهم أسر ياسين وخالد الصاوي. رد الفعل علي جواز درة اللي بقت ضرة بعد اعلان جوازهم جات ردود الأفعال شديدة جداً علي...
- [Viu expands international offering to its MENA audiences with FOX+ partnership](https://www.el-shai.com/viu-expands-international-offering-to-its-mena-audiences-with-fox-partnership/): Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service, has partnered with FOX+ to expand its tailored international content offering to its audiences across MENA from October. The collaboration is another step on the brand’s growth journey and reinforces its vision of creating engaging and diverse content and bringing quality international content to its audiences. More than 300 Western titles will be available on Viu, with close to 100 hours of new content being added to the platform each month. Audiences will have access to content from FOX+ including the latest TV series, lifestyle shows, Hollywood blockbusters, inspiring documentaries and kids’ programs. The...
- [Kamla Abou Zekry's Attack on B100 Wesh Cast is the Result of Pure Ageism](https://www.el-shai.com/kamla-abou-zekrys-attack-on-b100-wesh-pure-ageism/): Love them, or hate them, you have to admit that the stars of GFF this year had to be the cast for the hit series B100 Wesh. The cast is young, talented, loved by many, and each has a very unique personality. They had their head start with the series, and during the festival, they all, with no exception, managed to get people talking, which is in or opinion the smartest PR campaign they can do to themselves. Especially with how early on they are in their careers. Heck, Yousra had a whole party done for her, yet people spoke about...
- [Bloodline Movie: The Epitome Of a Crazy "Sucky" Movie](https://www.el-shai.com/bloodline-movie/): Dhafer L’Abdine and Nelly Karim’s new movie, Bloodline on Shahid, was released three days ago. It’s an Arabic movie about vampires. And as much as we love both of them and think they’re really awesome, this movie was simply not worth the wait. If you’re a thrill-seeker, Bloodline Movie on Shahid is definitely NOT the movie for you. Judging by its “scary” posters and promos, one would think this is gonna be the hit horror movie of the month, and it’s Arabic too, so that’s a bonus. However, we were extremely disappointed. The movie was absolutely not scary at all. If...
- [خبر موت شون كونري، ممثل افلام جيمس بوند، وشوية حاجات غريبة عن حياته](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ae%d8%a8%d8%b1-%d9%85%d9%88%d8%aa-%d8%b4%d9%88%d9%86-%d9%83%d9%88%d9%86%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%8c-%d9%85%d9%85%d8%ab%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%81%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%ac%d9%8a%d9%85%d8%b3-%d8%a8%d9%88%d9%86%d8%af/): النهاردة 31\10\2020 صحينا على خبر صادم وهو موت الممثل الإسكتلندي الشهير، السير توماس شون كونري في الـ90 من عمره في جزر الباهامس. شون كونري اتشهر عن دوره في فيلم جيمس بوند، وهو أول واحد مثل الدور ده. وكمان عنده أدوار تانية متقلش عظمة عن جيمس بوند. تعالو نعرف اكتر عن أفلام شون كونري و سيرته الفنية! شون كونري كان رائد السينما في السيتينات وقبل ما يمثل في السينما كان ممثل مسرحي وعمل كذا مسرحية عظيمة. كان مشهور عن شون كونري انه وسيم جدا فاشتغل موديل لكلية الفنون في إدنبره. ومش بس كدة، من شدة وسامته في سن الثالثة والعشرين دخل مسابقة...
- [Our Favourite Dresses From El-Gouna Film Festival Red Carpet](https://www.el-shai.com/our-favourite-dresses-from-el-gouna-film-festival-red-carpet/): We can see that everyone had enough being locked down and they wanna party. The girls made so much efforts to look chic and outstanding, and it paid off. Although some of them tried too hard and the overall looks came floppy, yet the majority were on point. The fashion-themed Hollywood royalty and it was super chic. Arwa Gouda, our favourite princess, looked so&#8230;well, princess-like. Dress by Sara Onsi. The always charismatic babe was shining in this beautiful and simple and royal look. The fitting, on her perfect body, is just fine, and the colour! Oh boy! We are in love....
- [The Best Dressed Men From El-Gouna Film Festival Red Carpet](https://www.el-shai.com/the-best-dressed-men-from-el-gouna-film-festival-red-carpet/): The guys were so fabulous on the red carpet of El-Gouna film festival, and it was so charming watching every prince strutting there. The looks were creative and chic and delivered a lot of diversity and boldness. Here are our favourite men&#8217;s looks from El-Gouna Film Festival Red Carpet. Ahmed Malek, our babe, slays like a king. He deserves to take the first two best looks. We love how diverse they look, from the classic très chic to casual and cool without losing the red carpet vibes. Bravo Ahmed, you slay. Asser Yassin wearing his charisma in flax shade of yellow....
- [James Bond actor Sir Sean Connery dies aged 90](https://www.el-shai.com/james-bond-actor-sir-sean-connery-dies-aged-90/): Born in 25 August 1930, Sir Thomas Sean Connery was a Scottish actor and producer who won an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards (one being a BAFTA Academy Fellowship Award), and three Golden Globes, including the Cecil B. DeMille Award and a Henrietta Award. Connery was the first actor to portray the character James Bond in film, starring in seven Bond films (every film from Dr. No to You Only Live Twice, plus Diamonds Are Forever and Never Say Never Again), between 1962 and 1983. In 1988, Connery won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The...
- [Forever Is Now by  Art D'Egypte: First international art exhibition at the Pyramids](https://www.el-shai.com/forever-is-now-art-degypte-art-exhibition-pyramids/): Art D&#8217;Egypte announces their 4th annual exhibition, Forever Is Now, to take place next year in October 2021 on the Giza Plateau at the Great Pyramids of Giza. The inauguration ceremony will be held on 23 October 2021. The exhibition will be presented under the auspices of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, led by H.E. Dr Khaled El Enani, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led by H.E. Dr Sameh Shoukry. The exhibition will also take place under UNESCO patronage as Art D’Égypte’s mission aligns with UNESCO’s Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions....
- [منصة الجونة السينمائية (CineGouna Awards): الفائزين بجوائز الدورته الرابعة في مهرجان الجونة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a%d8%a9-cinegouna-awards/): ضمن مساعيها لخلق مساحة إبداعية للأفراد والأسواق السينمائية، تستمر منصة الجونة السينمائية، ذراع الصناعة الخاصة بمهرجان الجونة السينمائي في دعم السينمائيين العرب لدعم وتطوير مشاريعهم في مرحلة التطوير واستكمال أفلامهم في مرحلة ما بعد الإنتاج. تقدم المنصة مبادرتين هما منطلق الجونة السينمائي وجسر الجونة السينمائي، اللذان يقدمان الفرص للتعلم والمشاركة. ضمن فعاليات اليوم السابع للمهرجان 29 أكتوبر/تشرين الأول 2020 عُقد حفل ختام منصة الجونة السينمائية في مركز الجونة للمؤتمرات والثقافة، حيث أعلنت اللجنة المشاريع والأفلام الفائزة بجوائز منطلق الجونة السينمائي. استقبل منطلق الجونة السينمائي في دورته الرابعة 99 طلب تقديم (65 مشروعًا في مرحلة التطوير، و34 فيلمًا في مرحلة ما بعد الإنتاج)...
- [حفل ختام وتوزيع جوائز "منصة الجونة" السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d9%81%d9%84-%d8%ae%d8%aa%d8%a7%d9%85-%d9%88%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%b9-%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%b2-%d9%85%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3/): انتهت فعاليات حفل توزيع جوائز منصة الجونة، مساء اليوم الخميس منذ قليل، والمنعقدة على هامش مهرجان الجونة السينمائي. حيث أعلن مهرجان الجونة السينمائي عن أسماء الفائزين بجوائز منصة الجونة السينمائية يوم الخميس 29 أكتوبر. بدأ الحفل بكلمة انتشال التميمي مدير المهرجان، حيث اثنى على كل الأفلام المشاركة، كما شكر فريق عمل منصة الجونة السينمائي على مجهوداتهم طوال أيام المنصة، شكر كل الرعاة على دعمهم الكامل للفن الحقيقي. بينما ، بدأت بشرى بتوجيه الشكر إلى الفريق وراء CineGouna ، مع ذكر مقدار الجهد والليالي التي لا تنام فيها ، من أجل تحقيق هذا النجاح. وأضافت، لقد كان عامًا صعبًا مليئًا بالشكوك والمشاكل...
- [خالد الصاوى فى مهرجان الجونة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ae%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b5%d8%a7%d9%88%d9%89-%d9%81%d9%89-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a9/): أقيم اليوم مؤتمرا صحفيا للفنان خالد الصاوي على هامش تكريمه في مهرجان الجونة السينمائي في دورته الرابعة بجائزة الانجاز الابداعي المقرر حصوله عليها في حفل الختام غدا الجمعة، بحضور انتشال التميمي، مدير مهرجان الجونة السينمائي و العديد من الصحفيين المصريين و العرب. خالد الصاوى فى مهرجان الجونة السينمائي شكر المهرجان علي الجائزة و قال ان هذه تعد مكافأة له عن مشواره الفني الطويل و عبر عن سعادته بالتكريم قائلًا: &#8220;التكريم وضعنى فى دائرة ضوء وأحلى حاجة تقريبًا حصلت فى حياتى&#8221;. هذه الدورة هي&#8221;دورة الأبطال&#8221;، هكذا وصف الصاوي الدورة الرابعة للمهرجان، نظرا لإقامتها في ظل ظروف صعبة. واصفا إدارة مهرجان الجونة السينمائي...
- [Interviews with Directors via Zoom, and Listen on the Festival Red Carpet on the Sixth Day of El Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/interviews-with-directors-via-zoom-and-listen-on-the-festival-red-carpet-on-the-sixth-day-of-el-gouna-film-festival/): The sixth day of the festival witnessed the screening of a variety of films, the most prominent of which is Falling, the directorial debut of American-Danish actor Viggo Mortensen, in which he explores the contradictions of the modern family. After the showing, the director held a discussion with the audience through Zoom. In addition, the film Berlin Alexanderplatz was screened in the presence of its director, Burhan Qurbani. In the Special Presentations section, the documentary Hopper/Welles was screened. The film documents a conversation in 1970 between two film legends, Orson Welles and Dennis Hopper. In addition, Banksy Most Wanted (France) was screened, which addresses the mysterious icon of...
- [Celebrities' Watches at The Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrities-watches-at-the-gouna-film-festival/): Celebrities are rocking the red carpet at the Gouna Film Festival with their glamorous dresses suits, and interesting watches to match their glam! Watches are the most wearable accessory on the red carpet this year, but nobody noticed how celebrities got them! So let&#8217;s find out Egypt Watch World on Instagram is giving you all the details about celebrities&#8217; watches. Elham Shahin with Chopard watch costs about $17,000! Mostafa Darwish featured his cool suit with a Franck Muller Watch costs about $25,000 Ahmed Dawood matched his tuxedo with a Hublot watch costs approximately $14,000 Esseily wore a newly released Rolex that...
- [مهرجان الجونة السينمائى: ندوة الفيلم الفلسطيني 200 متر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%89-%d9%86%d8%af%d9%88%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7/): عقدت ضمن فعاليات الدورة الرابعة من مهرجان الجونة السينمائي ندوة لصناع الفيلم الفلسطيني &#8221; 200 متر&#8221; المشارك في مسابقة الأفلام الروائية الطويلة، بعد عرضه العربي الأول ضمن فعاليات المهرجان ، وأدارت الندوة الناقدة علا الشافعي ، وبحضور المخرجة هالة خليل، ومصمم المناظر أنسي أبوسيف، وصبري فواز، والناقد طارق الشناوي. بدأ أمين نايفة مخرج الفيلم حديثه قائًلا: &#8220;استغرقت 10 سنوات في كتابة العمل، وقتما كنت أدرس السينما، طلبت منّا معلّمة صَفّ الكتابة، تحضير ثلاث أفكار، لاختيار فكرة واحدة في نهاية المطاف يتم العمل على تطويرها، بحيث نحملها معنا بعد التخرج، ونُحَوّلها إلى فيلمٍ ذات يوم. &#8220;200 متر&#8221; كان واحداً من هذه الأفكار،...
- [ندوة تمكين المرأة بمهرجان الجونة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%86%d8%af%d9%88%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d9%85%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%a3%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a/): عقد مهرجان الجونة السينمائي اليوم الأثنين، ندوة بعنوان تمكين المرأة، ضمت  الندوة كل من المخرجة جيهان الطاهري والمخرجة نجوي نجار والنجمة منة شلبي و صانعة الافلام دورثي مايرامي كيللو. وأدرات الندوة الإعلامية ريا أبي راشد وذلك في قاعة سينما أودي ماكس، وشهدت الندوة حضور كل من شيرين رضا، ولقاء الخميسي، والعضو المؤسس والمستشار التنفيذي لمهرجان الجونة عمرو منسي، والفنانة تارة عماد. وقالت المخرجة جيهان الطاهري خلال الندوة أن هناك ارتفاع في عدد المخرجات الأناث ولكن ليس هناك مصورات أو منتجات لديهن قرار في صناعة السينما أو مهندسات صوت وغيرها من المهن، مشيرة إلي أن هناك أسماء كبيرة من النساء تتصدر المشهد...
- [GEMINI AFRICA & TIKTOK TEAM UP TO REVOLUTIONIZE THE FILM INDUSTRY](https://www.el-shai.com/gemini-africa-tiktok-team-up-to-revolutionize-the-film-industry/): In a world that is abruptly changing by technology with undeniable impact on all business industries, and emerging from a shared vision in playing an integral role to foster young rising talents and entrepreneurs, Eng. Adly Thoma, Executive Chairman &amp; CEO &#8211; Gemini Africa (GA), part of Orascom group, and Ms. Cherine Magora, Head of Strategic Partnerships &#8211; TikTok Middle East and Africa, signed an agreement together to merge technological advancement with creative entrepreneurship and add a new dimension to the filmmaking industry. With a mutual believe that creativity and innovation are key pillars for the show business, Gemini Africa &amp;...
- [مؤتمر فيلم الرجل الذي باع ظهره](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%a4%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%b1-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%ac%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b0%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%b9-%d8%b8%d9%87%d8%b1%d9%87/): قالت المخرجة كوثر بن هنية مخرجة فيلم افتتاح مهرجان الجونة الرجل الذي باع ظهره، أن قصة الفيلم استوحتها من قصة حقيقية لفنان رسم لوحة للعذراء مريم علي ظهر رجل سويدي، وأنها شاهدت هذا العمل الفني وتأثرت به بشكل كبير وظل في خيالها تلك الفكرة ومدي تأثرها به. وأضافت بن هنية خلال المؤتمر الذي أداره الناقد محمد عاطف، أن الفكرة تبلورت نتيجة وجود سوريون حولها وبالتالي تنبهت لأن فكرة الرجل الذي باع ظهره من الممكن أن تكون لشاب سوري، وبدأت الفكرة. وأوضحت كوثر أنها أختارت بطل الفيلم يحيي مهايني بعد عمل اختبارت كثيرة للممثلين واستقرت في النهاية علي يحيي، مشيرة إلي أن...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Launches Its 4th Edition Amid Strict Precautions](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-launches-its-4th-edition-amid-strict-precautions/): Amidst strict precautionary measures, a dazzling festive atmosphere, and a global media and artistic presence, the 4th edition of El Gouna Film Festival was launched, which began with a song by Lebanese singer Rami Ayash, then the ceremony was presented by Lebanese media presenter Hilda Khalife. Governor of the Red Sea Governorate, Major General Amr Hanafi, gave a speech, Engineer Samih Sawiris, founder of El-Gouna, in turn thanked the efforts of the late Khaled Bishara, presenting a souvenir to his wife after she was summoned to the stage amid a warm welcome by the audience. In agreement with the festival, Mrs. Bishara announced...
- [ALEXBANK Takes Over GFF with “Stars In The Sky” Brooches](https://www.el-shai.com/alexbank-gff-stars-in-the-sky-brooches/): Inspired by the theme “Culture of Dreams, Ebda3 men Masr” by ALEXBANK brings you “Stars In The Sky” brooches to wear with pride and celebrate our never forgotten late TV and cinema icons in partnership with El Gouna Film Festival. This comes as part of a unique collaboration of impact between “Ebda3 men Masr” by ALEXBANK, Thaat Social Enterprise and the UNHCR empowering 50 Egyptian, Sudanese, Eritrean, Syrian and Yemeni women who crafted those brooches by their hands and hearts, especially for GFF20 attendees. You can find the brooches at The Marketplace during El-Gouna Film Festival from October 24th to 30th...
- [Men's Fashion in El-Gouna Film Festival: Putting an End to Toxic Masculinity in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/mens-fashion-toxic-masculinity-in-egypt/): Feminism has been tackling some hard issues since its dawn. Not only trying to set women free from the ties of patriarchy but also trying to set men free from the weight of toxic masculinity.  How many Red Carpets have we seen where women were glowing in the finest fashion, while men come in plain black tuxedos with ties? The poor and soulless men&#8217;s fashion is a direct consequence of toxic masculinity in Egypt! See, most of the fashion patterns and touches that give an outfit a soul come from the different shapes of delicate fabrics and other materials that we...
- [زينة برهوم تشدو بالعربية لأول مرة في احتفالية اليوم العالمي للأوبرا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b2%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%87%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%aa%d8%b4%d8%af%d9%88-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d8%ad/): دعيت زينة لتمثل الأردن وتكون أحد مقدمي فعاليات الاحتفال باليوم العالمي للأوبرا على نطاق العالم باعتبارها سفيرة من قبل أوبرا السلام وسفيرة أيضا للمشروع العالمي للغذاء UNWFPوسوف تشدو بمقطوعة اوبرالية صورت في وادي رم و العقبة في الأردن و بدعم من شركة IGI و هيئة تنشيط السياحة , والذي يقام يوم 25 أكتوبر 2020 المقبل، لتطلق صدًا إضافيًا للأوبرا بعد إيقاف النشاط المسرحي بسبب الوباء كوفيد – 19، لتجبرنا على التفكير في مكانة الأوبرا بالمجتمع  والموسيقى والفنون، وتجعلنا نتسائل متى وكيف ستعود العروض المباشرة بالمسارح. وخلال اليوم العالمي للأوبرا، ستقّدم Opera Europe وOpera America  و Opera Latinoamérica بالتعاون معOpera for Peace...
- [Video Editors, Rejoice! You can Now Edit Videos as Easy as a Word Document - Descript](https://www.el-shai.com/video-editors-a-word-document-descript/): Descript, the leading next-generation digital media platform founded by Andrew Mason, is pleased to announce the release of Descript Video, a powerful new media creation platform that makes it faster, more comfortable, and more fun to create content. Descript Video breaks down barriers to content creation by allowing bloggers, podcasters, and businesses to record and edit multitrack videos with titles, transitions, image and video overlays, animations, and more — all with the same ease and flexibility as editing a document. “Today’s release reflects a vision we’ve had for Descript since day one — that the division between audio and video editing...
- [Nicolas Mouawad to Star in a Film by Oscar Winning Super Director George Miller](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-george-miller/): Lebanese star Nicolas Mouawad is flying to Australia by the end of this October to shoot a movie with Australian director George Miller. It&#8217;s no surprise that Nicolas Mouawad is heading to Hollywood &#8211; again! (Technically he&#8217;s going to Australia &#8220;Down Under&#8221; but still&#8230;it&#8217;s a Hollywood movie!) Commenting on the movie, Nicolas Mouawad told us: I feel very blessed to be able to take part of such a movie with a legend like George Miller. Actor live and die without even getting close to an oppotunity like this. I truly couldn&#8217;t be any happier. I&#8217;ve been waiting to finally go and...
- [Teachers and School Don't Have a Right to Push Their Beliefs On Any Student](https://www.el-shai.com/teachers-and-school-dont-have-a-right-to-push-their-beliefs-on-any-student/): Raising a child, to be a decent person is a journey, not an easy one, to say the least. The definition of a &#8220;good person&#8221; varies from a culture to another and from an individual to another, and the specific values you believe in formulating the approach you use to raise your children. But here&#8217;s the trick, It seems like it&#8217;s not your job alone. So many other parties play a part in raising your child. The media, the peers and the teachers in their schools participate in formulating your children. The battle between the values you cherish and the values...
- [Azza Fahmy Jewellery Launches Egyptomania Capsule Collection in time for GFF](https://www.el-shai.com/azza-fahmy-jewellery-launches-egyptomania-capsule-collection-in-time-for-gff/): Azza Fahmy Jewellery is proud to announce the launch of our capsule collection that continues the celebration of Ancient Egypt &#8211; a theme we are honoured to continue to shed light on as it has always been a core part of our DNA and culture. As a brand, we really appreciate how the art deco era interprets the Pharaonic art in a geometric manner and that’s the direction taken for this collection. Head designer Amina Ghali comments: “I love how we designed these pieces to adorn your body, each piece is carefully crafted to perfectly sit on your neck, arm or...
- [Egypt’s Party Safety Campaign Start by Being in a Party with a Harasser in the Lineup!](https://www.el-shai.com/dear-weseeyou-we-see-you-supporting-a-harasser/): Edit: Just minutes after publishing the article, we&#8217;ve been contacted by event&#8217;s organiser, and they just removed the harasser from the lineup of the party and confirmed that the will NOT be in the party anymore. They are currently working with We See You to ensure this won&#8217;t happen again and are looking for an alternative. We will be updating this article once they announce the new lineup, and we&#8217;re glad swift action has been taken. Remember, speaking up does make a difference! We just knocked a harasser out, and we can all continue doing that! Covid-19 is still going strong,...
- [نتفليكس تزيح الستار عن تفاصيل عالم ما وراء الطبيعة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%aa%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%ad-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%a7%d8%b5%d9%8a%d9%84-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%a7-%d9%88/): أطلقت شركة نتفليكس الرائدة عالميًّا في مجال تقديم خدمة البث الترفيهي اعلان المسلسل المنتظر &#8220;ما وراء الطبيعة&#8221;، والذي سيعرض حصريا على نتفليكس في ٥ نوفمبر/ تشرين الثاني. المسلسل مستوحى من سلسلة روايات &#8220;ما وراء الطبيعة&#8221; للكاتب الراحل أحمد خالد توفيق. ستقدم رحلة الشك الخاصة بـ رفعت إسماعيل من خلال ٦ حلقات مليئة بالإثارة والغموض، حيث تتمحور كل منها حول إحدى الأساطير الشهيرة في روايات &#8220;ما وراء الطبيعة&#8221;. ستكون كل حلقة بمثابة فيلماً مستقلاً بذاته ومع ذلك فإن جميع الحلقات مترابطة داخل عنصر مشترك وهو &#8220;بيت الخضراوي&#8221;، المحرك الأساسي للأحداث في الموسم الأول. سيعرض مسلسل &#8220;ما وراء الطبيعة&#8221; مترجماً إلى أكثر من...
- [The Invasion Of The Foreign Belly Dancers In Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/the-invasion-of-the-foreign-belly-dancers-in-egypt/): Belly dancing is Egyptian art that began in the 18th century by the hand of gypsies known as the ghawazee. It&#8217;s originated in Egypt; it has incredible movements; it&#8217;s a kind of expressionist dancing. However, belly dancers were banned from Cairo in the 1830s but went on to perform in Upper Egypt, and went famous after then. They started to perform in Europe and the Middle East. When we mention Belly Dancing, we automatically think of the famous belly dancers Samia Gamal, Tahya Karyoka, Soher Zaky, Zizi Mostafa, Naeema Akef. Plus many more of those incredible performers. Here&#8217;s to remember they&#8217;re...
- [Wadi Al Jinn: A New Production Featuring 150 Locations and a Pan-Arab Cast](https://www.el-shai.com/wadi-al-jinn-a-new-production-featuring-150-locations-and-a-pan-arab-cast/): iProductions revealed that the company is currently shooting the upcoming fantasy adventure drama, Wadi Al Jinn, a new Viu original. This comes as part of iProductions’ plan to introduce unique and out-of-the-box projects using the latest technological techniques and giving the new and up-coming stars the opportunity to share their talents. Ahmed Fahmy, Managing Director of iProductions, commented on this saying: “Wadi Al Jinn is a unique fantasy and adventure drama that takes place in different 150 locations, including archeological sites, nature reserves and local areas. We had to create some huge decorations for this, also 50% of the series’ events...
- [9 Pyramids Lounge: Everything to know about Egypt's First Restaurant At Giza Pyramids](https://www.el-shai.com/9-pyramids-lounge-egypt-restaurant-giza-pyramids/): Egypt launches its first touristic restaurant at the Giza Pyramids plateau; 9 Pyramids Lounge. &#8220;Today, we announce the opening of the first tourist restaurant in the Panorama area of the Pyramids Plateau,&#8221; Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Khaled al-Anany said at the opening ceremony. Called &#8220;9 Pyramids Lounge,&#8221; the restaurant is the fruit of cooperation between the Supreme Council and Antiquities and Egypt&#8217;s Orascom Pyramids Entertainment (OPT), which is a subsidiary of the Orascom Investment Holding (OIH) group. 9 Pyramids Lounge is built in a subtle wooden setting, with pillows scattered on the ground to emulate the Bedouin style. &#8220;The...
- [An Urgent Message from WhatsApp to All Egyptian Users about their Privacy Policy Updates](https://www.el-shai.com/whatsapp-egyptian-users-privacy-policy-updates/): “Since we recently shared an update about our Privacy Policy we have received many thoughtful questions from our users in Egypt and we’re eager to address them. We have started to deliver a special Status message that will be available to everyone in Egypt which reaffirms that WhatsApp cannot see your private messages, and neither can Facebook.” &#8211; WhatsApp spokesperson Following the update of WhatsApp’s Privacy Policy, we have received many thoughtful questions. We want our users in Egypt to know that we have heard their questions and concerns, and we want to answer their questions directly. Therefore starting today we...
- [Hilton Garden Inn Cairo East: Hilton Announced Opening of the 3rd Hilton Garden Inn hotel in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/hilton-garden-inn-in-cairo/): Hilton today announced a management agreement for the third Hilton Garden Inn hotel in Egypt. In partnership with Leopard Construction, Hilton Garden Inn Cairo East is scheduled to open 2024. Delivering on the brand’s promise to make each guest’s stay better and brighter, Hilton Garden Inn Cairo East will offer upscale and affordable accommodations featuring 250 guest rooms, a full-service restaurant, two bars, a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and a 300-sqm meeting space. The hotel will be located within Leopard Construction’s mixed-use development of ’East Cairo’, comprising recreational and cultural zones, in addition to residential, medical, educational and administrative zones....
- [Singer Sandy Releases the Artwork for her New Album After Rumors of her Retirement, Again!](https://www.el-shai.com/sandy-artwork-retirement/): Singer Sandy published the poster of her latest work on her Instagram. She had sparked controversy during the past two days after she removed all the pictures from her Instagram page, which made some speculate about her retirement from singing. However, this speculation wasn&#8217;t our of the blues, since Sandy did announce her retirement before in 2015, due to health issues. But in a strange turn of events, she was back to the stage and stated in a TV interview with Mona El Shazly that she was not aware of her retirement announcement. Sandy stated that the news was published on...
- [Viu launches Latest Arabic Original Series Ansaf Majaneen](https://www.el-shai.com/viu-launches-original-series-ansaf-majaneen/): Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service operated by Viu International Limited, has aired its latest Arabic language Viu Original Ansaf Majaneen. Available exclusively for Viu subscribers, the first episode is available for free, and the full series is available for paid subscribers. The Arabic series is bound to draw in viewers with its leading cast, including two of Egypt’s brightest young stars, Ahmed Khaled Saleh and Asmaa Galal. Behind the scenes, Omar Rushdy Hamed directs the 12-episode drama series composed by screenwriter Naglaa El-Hedeeny, who received creative guidance from celebrated screenwriter Mariam Naoum. Commenting on the launch, Mr Abe...
- [SundanceTV: Film Buffs; You can Now Celebrate the Annual Sundance Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/sundancetv-sundance-film-festival/): Every January, film buffs await the annual Sundance Film Festival, Robert Redford&#8217;s long-running celebration of independent film. In 2021, the festival is held virtually, between 28th January and 3rd February. In the festival&#8217;s spirit, SundanceTV (available in the Middle East and North Africa on beIN Channel 75) has cherry-picked some of the best independent films. Viewers can tune in for festival gems and winners of the SundanceTV Shorts competition, held in the Middle East and North Africa for the first time in late 2020. The thought-provoking competition entries allowed fresh voices and perspectives to be heard, whilst taking viewers on a...
- [Mohamed Abdel Rahman Celebrates the Opening of Derby Lounge in a Star-studded Night!](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-abdel-rahman-derby-lounge/): Mohamed Abdel Rahman and his star friends celebrated the new branch for Derby Lounge at Shahrazad Hotel in Agouza. The new Derby Lounge branch is considered the third branch of the unconventional place containing a restaurant, games for young people from the Video game, Playstation and other entertainment games for young folks. The opening was attended by stars Magdy El Hawary, Ossoss, Karim Kassem, Amir El-Masry, Sedky Sakher, Khaled Mukhtar, Hamed Shurrab, Bishoy, Ibram, Mustafa Baseet, Mustafa Hamdy, Raghda El-Sayed, Ahmed Dabiki, who enjoyed various games and food. Mohamed Abdel Rahman is now showing his play Happy New Year in Arabic...
- [أكتر من 60 ألف نحلة، اشتغلوا علي تمثال نفرتيتي من الشمع. أيه الحكاية؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%ab%d8%a7%d9%84-%d9%86%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%aa%d9%8a%d8%aa%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d9%85%d8%b9/): الفن هو التعبير عن النفس الإنسانية من خلال مواد متنوعة، تقدر تأثر علي الحواس المختلفة. علشان كدا الرسم والمزيكا والرقص والنحت والأدب والسينما والتصوير بيمثلوا الفنون السبعة. وأحنا النهاردة جايين نكلمكم عن أكتر من 60 ألف نحلة، اشتغلوا علي عمل فني بيمثل تمثال نفرتيتي. النحل بيعمل تحفة فنية من الشمع عن تمثال نفرتيتي الفنان توماس ليبرتيني، هو فنان من رواد المدرسة الحديثة من الفن وبيحب يجمع في شغله ما بين جماليات الفن aesthetics، وتقديس الطبيعة الأم وحمايتها، من خلال استخدام مواد طبيعية وعضوية صديقة للبيئة. ليبرتيني مهووس بإعادة خلق أنصاف التماثيل من الأثريات العالمية، وتماثيل تانية من حقب تاريخية وثقافات مختلفة....
- [How the Hustle Culture is Toxic and Killing Us](https://www.el-shai.com/how-the-hustle-culture-is-toxic-and-killing-us/): Let&#8217;s start with the obvious question: What&#8217;s hustle culture? I&#8217;m glad you asked. You have heard the word &#8216;hustle&#8217; in movies or TV shows before. It means, literally, to push roughly or to force. Sadly, this is more than just a definition; this is an entire concept that more than half of the world&#8217;s humans have. Hustle culture means devoting a large amount of your time to your work. While you make your boss happy, get celebrated, get close to that promotion, and become a &#8220;big-shot&#8221; in your family, you are, without a doubt, ruining your life. Work hard and tirelessly for...
- [Cairo Eye Stolen? Probably. But What Will Happen About That?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-cairo-eye-project-stolen/): A couple of days ago, a massive project for Egypt was launched, and it&#8217;s Cairo Eye. Cairo Eye is set to be Egypt&#8217;s, and Africa&#8217;s highest observation wheel in Cairo&#8217;s heart standing tall at 120 meters and located in Zamalek. It is set to be built by 2022. It resemblances the landmarks London Eye, Ain Dubai and the Singapore Flyer, so it&#8217;s gonna be Cairo&#8217;s landmark as well, and it&#8217;s a massive step for Modern Egypt. Many got excited about the project like this. Seeing Egypt taking those steps to modernity is really great; also, a project like this would bring...
- [Om Sayf, is NOT dead, and Reveals Why She Left Youtube](https://www.el-shai.com/hadil-el-ali-om-sayf-why-she-left-youtube/): After Om Sayf, Hadil El-Ali posted her last YouTube video; controversy struck everywhere worldwide. Everyone rushed to figure out how to help Om Sayf and figure out what happened to her. Everyone came up with their theories about this being merely a publicity stunt, and others thought she was murdered. Fortunately, Om Sayf resurfaced. Unfortunately, however, she didn&#8217;t explain much of what&#8217;s happening. The BBC hosted her to explain what happened and shed light on some details.   Om Sayf is alive, so that’s great news! If she&#8217;s okay&#8230;that&#8217;s debatable. During the interview, her answers were short and very strict. She...
- [Five Egyptian architects won Rifat Chadirji Prize 2020](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-architects-won-rifat-chadirji-prize-2020/): Tamayouz Excellence Award has announced the winners of its Rifat Chadirji Prize 2020, an annual thematic prize named after the prolific Iraqi architect and academic Dr Rifat Chadirji thematic international prize that seeks designs responding to local challenges. The prize, which is part of Tamayouz’s championing and celebrating architecture in the Near East and North Africa, aims to introduce local challenges to the world and invite architects, designers and planners to submit their concepts. It also aims to establish an uncompromising open source of ideas that tackle social issues through design. It worth mentioning that dame Zaha Hadid was a jury...
- [Under the Direction of Mohamed Diab: Revealing the Cast of Marvel Series' Moon Knight](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-diab-moon-knight/): It was revealed in October of 2020 that Egyptian director Mohamed Diab was hired to direct Moon Knight, the Marvel series for Disney+ based on the comic book hero. While it has been heavily rumoured that Oscar Isaac will be starring in the show, it has now been confirmed! Oscar Isaac will be playing the title character Moon Knight, aka Marc Spector, a mercenary who has numerous alter egos — cabbie Jake Lockley and millionaire playboy Steven Grant — to fight the criminal underworld better. Later, he was established as a conduit for the Egyptian moon god Khonshu. The character was recently a consultant...
- [Hashem El Garhy: Why I'm doing the "300 Grams" Stand Up Comedy Special](https://www.el-shai.com/hashem-el-garhy-300-grams-stand-up-comedy-special/): You’re probably wondering why you’re reading a self-written article by myself, Hashem El Garhy, about my show, right? Great question! PROMO BABY!!!! And also some backstory. Since you’re here on this very page, might as well give you some context. For the past 10 years, I’ve been organising stand up comedy shows in Egypt with Al Hezb El Comedy. I created Al Hezb El Comedy because I love performing. I loved the stage and wanted to perform whenever I dealt with any middleman without the red tape. Plus, I just graduated a couple years prior with a major in marketing. I...
- [Ahl El Kahf: First Look at The Posters for the All-Star Cast Movie](https://www.el-shai.com/ahl-el-kahf-movie-posters/): The posters for &#8220;Ahl El Kahf&#8221; are out, and boy, does it look like it&#8217;s gonna be neat! The movie &#8220;Ahl El Kahf&#8221; stars Khaled El-Nabawy, Ghada Adel, Mahmoud Hamida, Mustafa Fahmy, Mohamed Farrag, Amr Abdel Jalil, Ahmed Fouad Selim, Reem Mustafa, Sabry Fawaz, the great artist Abdel Rahman Abu Zahra, Hajar Ahmed and the star Majed Al-Masry. The movie is written by Ayman Bahjat Qamar, produced by Walid Mansour and directed by Amr Arafa. Director Amr Arafa&#8216;s latest films were &#8220;Akher Deek fe Masr&#8221; in 2017, which starred Hala Sedky, Mai Omar, Intisar, Ahmed Halawa, Shaima Saif, Malik Qura, Laila...
- [Abe Shady Aboul Naga: All about Viu's Huge Plans for 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/abe-shady-aboul-naga-viu/): Streaming platforms have been taking over our television by storm, and now, they&#8217;re even taking over series production. One of the most series about content production in the MENA region is Viu. Viu came into everyone&#8217;s attention when it produced the youth-based fantasy show &#8220;Zodiac&#8221;, a first of it&#8217;s kind in the region. Since then, they have produced other Arabic shows, including Ana Sherry.com, and will be releasing Ansaf Majaneen on the 14th of January, 2021! Like other Viu shows, Ansaf Majaneen will stare two young actors; Ahmed Khaled Saleh and Asmaa Galal. The pair are joined by supporting cast: Rami...
- [Rumors of Domestic Violence and Murder to Publicity Stunt. Who's Om Sayf and What's Her Story?](https://www.el-shai.com/whos-om-sayf-and-whats-her-story/): Since yesterday, Om Sayf posted a video that left all her fans and many people on edge. Hadil El-Ali, famously known as Om Sayf, is a Syrian YouTuber with 5 million subscribers on her Youtube channel. She became famous for playing the well-known online game PUBG. To sum up the video real quick, she mentions that she is leaving Youtube for good and won&#8217;t post any more videos. Aside from her sudden decision, this wasn&#8217;t the only suspicious thing in that video. She mentions that she wants to say something, and then does this with her hand. Also, a muffled scream...
- [Unionaire Group Technology (UGT) uncovers its new high-end line “Premium” home appliances and products](https://www.el-shai.com/unionaire-group-technology-ugt-new-home-appliances/): Unionaire Group Technology (UGT) announced today a partnership with TCL Technology, one of the world’s leading television screen manufacturers, to become the main exclusive distributor of TCL screens in Egypt in the coming five years. Moreover, Unionaire Group Technology (UGT) also announced new features and innovations to the new Premium line of products that extend a top-of-the-line range of home appliance products characterised by their superior quality affordable prices. These new features are available for the first time in Egypt as part of the Group’s constant pioneering efforts to always innovate and provide cutting-edge products to shoppers in the Egyptian market....
- [نتفليكس تعلن عن قائمة الأفلام الجديدة القادمة في 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%81%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af%d8%a9/): أعلنت نتفليكس، الشركة الرّائدة عالميًّا في مجال تقديم خدمة البث الترفيهي، عن بداية قوية ومشوقة لعام ٢٠٢١ من خلال قائمة لأهم الأفلام التي سيتم عرضها في هذا العام حيث سيتم عرض فيلم جديد كل أسبوع ابتداء من ١١ يناير. وتستعد نتفليكس هذا العام لإصدار مجموعة كبيرة من الأفلام التي سوف تفاجئ وتسعد محبي السينما حول العالم، من إبداع أهم صناع السينما الحاصلين على جوائز عالمية، ومنهم جين كامبيون (فيلم The Power of the Dog)، باولو سورنتينو (The Hand of God)، وأدم ماكاي (Don’t Look Up). تضمن قائمة الأفلام مجموعة مختلفة من الأنواع  والفئات التي يحبها الجمهور ومنها أفلام الزومبي (Army of...
- [Netflix Announces 2021 Film Slate. Will we get an Epic New Movie Every Week?](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-announces-2021-film/): Netflix announces the release of the 2021 film slate as of the 11th of January. This year’s line-up will surprise and delight cinephiles across the globe with films from Award-winning filmmakers, including Jane Campion (The Power of the Dog), Paolo Sorrentino (The Hand of God), and Adam McKay (Don’t Look Up).  Netflix is bringing a year of films filled with more of the things that excites the members such as: zombies (Army of the Dead), cowboys (The Harder They Fall, Concrete Cowboy), and high school romance (including the culmination of the To All the Boys and The Kissing Booth trilogies). The...
- [Haneen Hossam is Acquitted of her charges, and Mawada El Adham Won't be Imprisoned](https://www.el-shai.com/haneen-hossam-mawada-el-adham/): The Cairo Economic Court of Appeals acquitted Haneen Hossam and Mawada El Adham and three others to infringe on family values ​​and principles. This appeal revokes the Cairo Economic Court misdemeanour ruling to punish them with two years imprisonment and a fine of 300,000 pounds and upholding the penalty only for Mawada El Adham. The two defendants faced nine accusations in which the Public Prosecution referred them, along with three others, to criminal offences. Namely, assaulting the values ​​and principles of the Egyptian family and society. The accusations were due to publishing videos that incite immorality to increase the number of...
- [Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer — Why You Need to Watch Richard Ramirez's Documentary on Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/night-stalker-richard-ramirez-netflix/): Netflix is streaming the life of Richard Ramirez, Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer on January the 13th. Richard Ramirez was a serial killer, serial rapist, and bulgar. He terrorised many residents in Los Angeles and San Fransisco by breaking in their homes, stealing, rape, and killing anyone in the house. Ramirez used many weapons in his crimes like handguns, hammer, knives, a machete, and a tire iron. He never showed any remorse for his crimes! Reasons Why You Should Watch Ramirez&#8217;s Documentary on Netflix! They are starting With Ramirez&#8217;s childhood and early life! Likewise, any serial killer&#8217;s childhood...
- [WhatsApp Address the "Rumours" Surrounding their New Update's Privacy Policy](https://www.el-shai.com/whatsapp-updates-privacy-policy/): WhatsApp has been under fire due to their new privacy policy updates, leading to several boycotting campaigns and many moving to Signal as an alternative. WhatsApp made a public statement about the updates, and claim that the security issues are only rumours and its not as bad as people make it seem. Below is the official statement by the WhatsApp spokesperson: “As we announced in October, WhatsApp wants to make it easier for people to both make a purchase and get help from a business directly on WhatsApp. sapp,whatsWhile most people use WhatsApp to chat with friends and family, increasingly people...
- [تعليق إدارة فيسبوك علي تحديث واتساب الجديد: هل تؤكد مشكلة الخصوصية ولا الناس بتبالغ؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%82-%d8%a5%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%b3%d8%a8%d9%88%d9%83-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%ab-%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84/): تطبيق واتساب(WhatsApp) زي أي منصة تواصل إجتماعي موجودة في حياتنا، كل شوية بيعمل تحديثات جديدة علشان يخلي التعامل معاه أسهل ومناسب أكتر لأسلوب حياتنا اللي بيتغير بسرعة كبيرة جداً. تحديث واتساب الجديد أتعمل علشان تخلي واتساب مرن أكتر في التعامل مع البزنس اللي بيحصل عليه، وعلشان تساعد أصحاب البزنس اللي بيستخدموا السوشيال ميديا في الترويج لمنتجاتهم، في التواصل مع المستخدمين. لكن دايماً كان في قلق حول فكرة الخصوصية علي مواقع التواصل الإجتماعي. ولأن دايماً إدارة واتساب بتحاول تحافظ علي الشفافية في التعامل مع العملاء بتوعها نزلتنا بيان صحفي بخصوص التحديثات الأخيرة وعلاقتها بخصوصية المستخدمين. صرح المتحدث الرسمي لشركة واتساب عن تحديث...
- [Why are People Shaming Rehab El Gamel for Speaking Against Bassem Samra?](https://www.el-shai.com/rehab-el-gamel-bassem-samra/): People are shaming and abusing Rehab El Gamel after she complained of her colleague Bassem Samra&#8217;s reckless attitude. Yesterday, Rehab El Gamel, the actress, posted a statement on her profile addressing Bassem Samra as drunk and reckless. She addressed Samra&#8217;s past problems of making many arguments with other celebrities because of how drunk and unbalanced he is. She then said that he walked in the film making drunk, shouting, insulting, abusing his colleagues on the set, and wanted to do drugs! And she also added that she would file an issue against him, with threatening tone! Bassem Samra didn&#8217;t respond on...
- [بانتون تختار لونين لسنه 2021: خلي ألوان شقتك على الموضه](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%86-%d8%aa%d8%ae%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%84%d9%88%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%86%d9%87-2021/): خلاص الموضوع بقى رسمي وأعلنت شركة بانتون أخيراً عن اللون اللي هيبقى موضة لسنة 2021، شركة بانتون دي شركة الألوان اللي بيستناها العالم كله كل سنة علشان تُعلن عن لون السنة، واللون ده بيتم اعتماده في مجالات كتير زي الديكور وألوان قطع الأثاث والاكسسوارات والفن والأزياء والموضة طول السنة. والجديد في الموضوع السنة دي إن الشركة اختارت لونين مش لون واحد عشان يكون موضة سنة 2021. اللونين دول هما الأصفر والرمادي. وده مزيج فريد من نوعه، وزي ما وصفت الشركة إنهم كانوا لازم يختاروا اللون المرة دي بطريقة مبتكرة يكون فيها شيء من التفاؤل خاصة بعد اللي عشناه السنة اللي فاتت...
- [10 Fearless Quotes by Iliza Shlesinger: The Example of a True Feminist](https://www.el-shai.com/iliza-shlesinger-feminist/): For all of you who have no idea who Iliza Shlesinger is, Iliza is an American comedian with incredible Netflix specials. She is a devoted badass feminist who doesn&#8217;t abide by outdated societal rules for women. In light of recent incidents involving sexual harassment and women&#8217;s disempowerment, we brought you an excellent and light-hearted way for you to educate and celebrate yourself as a woman and a feminist. Iliza Shlesinger isn&#8217;t just a stand-up comedian, she is a woman who champions other women, and within every one of her specials, she&#8217;ll send a special message to all women out there, a...
- [10+ of the Best Wheelchair-Friendly Places in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/10-of-the-best-wheelchair-friendly-places-in-cairo/): Cairo has many potentials for tourism and outing destinations, but it can be challenging to find wheelchair-friendly places in Cairo. The good news is that there are so many destinations in Cairo that are very accessible to anyone who uses wheelchairs. And others are not fully accessible, but we found ways to work around some of them. Great Pyramids of Giza Although Giza&#8217;s great pyramids are not fully accessible to a wheelchair due to the ancient architecture and steep slope of the entrance, the outside could be easily viewed with a tour in a wheelchair. Cairo Citadel &nbsp; Salahuddin citadel was...
- [قوانين العقوبات في جرائم الزنا عند المحكمة الدستورية لمناقشة التمييز بين الراجل والست، أشمعنا دلوقت؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%82%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d9%82%d9%88%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%ac%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b2%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%b9%d9%86%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85/): محكمة مصرية أحالت مادتين من قوانين العقوبات الخاصة بجرائم الزنا، في الدستور المصري، للمحكمة الدستورية، للنظر في مدي دستوريتهما. المادتين اللي تم إحالتهم للمحكمة الدستورية بيتم مناقشتهم علي أساس أن التمييز الواضح في العقوبات، علي جرائم الزنا، ما بين الرجل والمرأة غير دستوري وظالم. وفي القانون المصري الزوج لا يعاقب علي جرائم الزنا إلا لو كان فعل الزنا حصل في فراش الزوجية، غير كدا ميعتبرش زنا. يعني لو قابل عشيقته في فندق أو بيت غير بيت الزوجية يبقي أسمها في القانون علاقة رضائية ما بين أتنين وخلاص إلا إذا كانت الست اللي معاها متزوجة. في حين أن الزوجة تعاقب علي جرائم...
- [First Look: Zack Snyder's ARMY OF THE DEAD coming to Netflix Summer 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/zack-snyders-army-of-the-dead-netflix/): Zack Snyder is back, back, again! Only this time, he&#8217;s going to Netflix with a new zombie adventure; Army of the Dead! Following a zombie outbreak in Las Vegas, a group of mercenaries take the ultimate gamble, venturing into the quarantine zone to pull off the greatest heist ever attempted. The movie&#8217;s story, direction, writing, and production are by Zack Snyder. The writing included Shay Hatten and Joby Harold, and production included Deborah Snyder and Wesley Coller. Army of the Dead will be starring Dave Bautista, Ella Purnell, Omari Hardwick, Ana De La Reguera, Theo Rossi. Plus Matthias Schweighöfer, Nora Arnezeder,...
- [الخوف من الإلتزام: ليه عندنا خوف من الدخول في علاقة عاطفية؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d9%88%d9%81-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d8%ae%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%82%d8%a9/): هل عندك خوف من الدخول في علاقة عاطفية؟ طيب عندي ليك مفاجأة، اكتشفت الدراسات ان 40% من البشر عندهم نفس المشكلة دي وبنسميها الخوف من الإلتزام. كلنا عارفين الخوف من الإلتزام وبنسمع ناس كتير بتستخدمه علشان تفسر ليه مش عايزة تدخل في علاقات، وهنلاقيه مالي الميمز في كل حتة علي السوشيال ميديا. الخوف من الإلتزام هو صعوبة إقامة علاقة عاطفية مع طرف تاني. ده يشتمل علي العلاقات الرومانسية وأحيانا بيوصل للخوف من علاقات الصداقة القريبة. يعني هيكون صعب عليك تعمل اصدقاء قريبين منك. هتبعدهم عنك وهتفضل تبني حوليك دفاعات نفسية تتسبب في فشل علاقاتك وتخليك وحيد. الخوف من الإلتزام في العلاقات،...
- [Oxford Business Group and Commercial International Bank (CIB) team up for new Covid-19 Response Report](https://www.el-shai.com/oxford-business-group-cib-covid-19-response-report/): The key part that Egypt’s banks are expected to play in supporting the rollout of a raft of infrastructure projects across Africa as part of an intracontinental development drive is examined in a Covid Response Report (CRR), recently produced by Oxford Business Group (OBG) in collaboration with Hisham Ezz Alarab, former chairman and managing director of CIB. The CRR provides in-depth analysis of Egypt’s response to the pandemic in an easy-to-navigate and accessible format, focusing on key data and infographics relating to the country’s socio-economic landscape. In its coverage, the report charts the effectiveness of fiscal and sectoral reforms implemented from...
- [إغلاق كارفور الأسكندرية بسبب الزحام والمعايير اللي اتاخدت علشان تمنع تكرار ده](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d8%ba%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%82-%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%81%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%b3%d9%83%d9%86%d8%af%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a9/): خلال رأس السنة 2021 شوفنا كمية ناس كتير جداً في مناطق الترفيه المختلفة حولين  مصر كلها. ويمكن أكتر حالات تزاحم شوفناها في فروع كارفور الأسكندرية سيتي سنتر والمعادي. خلال مواسم الأعياد بتكون وجهات التسوق والترفية مليانة زحمة ولكن مع ظروف زي اللي العالم كله عايشها حالياً مع وباء الكورونا، حالات الزحام دي بقت خطيرة جداً وممكن تسبب إنتشار واسع ومقلق جداً في عدد حالات مرضي الكورونا. حالات التزاحم المرعبة اللي تم رصدها دي أتسببت في إغلاق فرع كارفور سيتي سنتر الأسكندرية. رداً علي اللي حصل ده، إدارة كارفور طلعت لنا ببيان علشان توضح موقفها من المشكلة دي كلها. في البيان ده...
- [Know all about Egypt's Initiative "Winter in Egypt" to Support Domestic Tourism and the New Prices!](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-initiative-winter-in-egypt-domestic-tourism/): Can we enjoy winter in Egypt AND afford domestic tourism? Yes, sir! Dr Khaled Al-Anani, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, and Pilot Mohamed Manar, Minister of Civil Aviation, set up an initiative to encourage the internal tourism movement through a new initiative under the name of &#8220;Winter in Egypt&#8221; initiative. The &#8220;Winter in Egypt&#8221; initiative aims to reduce domestic air flights prices, connect tourist cities within Egypt, and organise trips from Cairo to Luxor, Aswan, Sharm El Sheikh, Taba, Hurghada, and Marsa Alam. Plus from Alexandria to Luxor and Aswan, from January 15 until the end of February 2021. It was...
- [How Facebook Apps helped with Celebrating 2021 and the New Year during the Pandemic](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-apps-pandemic/): Like all of 2020, New Year’s Eve was different. There were fewer crowds celebrating in the streets around the world. Instead, more people spent a cosy night at home looking back on a difficult year and hoping for brighter days ahead. Despite so many being apart from friends and family due to the COVID-19 pandemic, people were still able to connect with each other the same way they’ve been connecting all year: through online video and audio calling, and in record numbers. In 2020, people turned to technology to stay in touch and get things done in the face of social...
- [Netflix Reveals The Production Of Bridgerton Fashion Elements In The Regency Era](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-reveals-the-production-of-bridgerton-fashion-elements-in-the-regency-era/): From Shondaland and Creator Chris Van Dusen (Scandal, Grey&#8217;s Anatomy), Bridgerton was live on Netflix the world&#8217;s leading streaming entertainment service on 25th of December. The 8 episodes series showed fantastic fashion production elements. The video explains the production of 7,500 customs pieces and explicit work done to produce a whole wardrobe during the regency era. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ofi0yAMV98 Ellen Mirojnick, Bridgerton Costume Designer explained in the video, “The interpretation of 1813 needed to be an overview of how can we add modern elements to the customs, we have made it more luxurious and more sumptuous and we have been introduced to modern...
- [أيه حكاية ميمز هاني، وأزاي مسلسل بقاله 4 سنين بقي ترند؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%aa-%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%85%d8%b2-%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%8c-%d9%88%d8%a3%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d8%a8%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%87-4/): 2021 داخلة عالم الميم و بقوة.   أجدد ميم دلوقتي هاني&#8230; ويا تري مين هاني ده؟ هاني ده شخصية في مسلسل هذا المساء، واللي بيلعبه محمد سلمان، والمفروض إنو صاحب نائلة، اللي هي آروي جودة. المهم بقي أن جوزها أكرم، اللي هو إياد نصار، دخل البيت ولقي هاني ده طالع من أوضة نوم نائلة، زي ما انت شايف في الفيديو كده. في حين ان المسلسل إتعرض في 2017، المشهد أتشهر وقلب السوشيال ميديا بعد ما صفحة &#8220;ايه ده&#8221; نشرته. الصفحة معمولة للناس عشان تحط الميمز بتاعتها من مشاهد قديمه لأفلام ومسلسلات مع بعض التعديلات المضحكة. في أقل من 24 ساعه الفيديو...
- [!منتجع صحي في مصر بيعمل مساج ثعابين](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%ac%d8%b9-%d8%b5%d8%ad%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%85%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%ac-%d8%ab%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%a8%d9%8a%d9%86/): منتجع صحي في مصر بيقدم خدمة غريبة جداً، بيعمل مساج للزبائن بتوعه وبيستخدم ثعابين بس غير سامة طبعاً. صفوت صدقي هو صاحب منتجع صحي بيستخدم ثعابين غير سامة على الزبائن بتوعه و بيقول إن ده بيقلل من آلام المفاصل و العضلات وبيحفز ويحسن من الدورة الدموية. والمفاجأة بقى إن معظم الزبائن اللي جربو الخدمة دي ومن ضمنهم ضياء زين اللي كان متحمس جداً أنه يجرب الخدمة دي وعرف عنها عن  طريق وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي، وقال أن المساج بالثعابين ده إداله دفعة من الثقة بالنفس والشعور بالاسترخاء والراحة التامة. إيه اللي بيحصل بالظبط في المنتجع الصحي ده وبيستخدموا الثعابين دي ازاي؟! أول...
- [لبس شتاء 2021 : 7 حاجات لازم تلبسيهم الشتاء ده](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%b3-%d8%b4%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%a1-2021-7-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b2%d9%85-%d8%aa%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%87%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%af/): الشتاء خلاص وصل والبرد اللذيذ بقي مالي الجو، وده الوقت المناسب علشان نطلع لبس الشتا وننزل نشوف في أيه جديد في السوق في أزياء شتاء 2021. لبس الشتاء مختلف عن أي موسم تاني، دايماً الإختيارات بتكون كتير ومتنوعة وفرص الشياكة أكتر بكتير. تقدري تلبسي طبقات كتير وكل طبقة منهم تقدري تخليها إطلالة لوحدها، لحد ما تعملي runway لوحدك في كل خروجة. وعلشان الكريسماس خلاص كام يوم وكلنا مستعدين ننزل نعمل Shopping الشتاء، احنا لفينا علي كوليكشنز الشتاء والخريف في كل الـ fashion runways بتاعت لبس شتاء 2021 وجبنالكم كل التريندات اللي هتسيطر علي موضة الشتاء ده. 1 &#8211; أزياء شتاء 2021...
- [اعرفوا رأي الخبراء: هل في علاقة بين الوزن الزائد وبين زيادة شدة أعراض فيروس كورونا المستجد؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%82%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b2%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b2%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%af-%d8%a8%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b3-%d9%83%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a7/): كل العلماء والدكاترة في العالم بيحاولوا إنهم يكثفوا مجهوداتهم في مواجة الوباء العالمي الجديد اللي بيطلق عليه فيروس كورونا، ومع استمرار البحث المكثف ده بيكتشفوا كل يوم معلومات أكتر عن أعراض المرض ومضاعفاته علشان يقدورا يفيدوا الناس قدر المستطاع.  والجديد في الموضوع إن مركز مكافحة الأمراض والوقاية منها (CDC) وسع تحذيره من مخاطر فيروس كورونا علشان تشمل الأشخاص المصابين بزيادة الوزن. وتم إدراج السِمنة والسِمنة المفرطة ضمن قائمة المركز للحالات المرضية، واللي أُثبتت علمياً إنها بتعرّض الأشخاص بشكل أكبر لخطر الإصابة بأمراض خطيرة من الفيروس المسبب  لفيروس كورونا المستجد (كوفيد-19). وللأسف الموضوع ده بيشمل كل الأعمار مش فئة معينة وإنه ببساطة...
- [Exciting News: The Tomb of Ramses I Reopens after Restoration in Egypt's Luxor](https://www.el-shai.com/tomb-of-ramses-i-luxor/): The tomb of Ramses I has been reopened, after the completion of restoration work on its interior. The reopening occurred during a tour in Luxor with Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Khaled Al-Anani. The tour was to the ancient Valley of the Kings on the western shore of the River Nile. The restoration work included conservation of the flooring, the partitions being cleaned of soot in addition to fowl and bat waste, and the restoration and cleansing of the present inscriptions. The tomb was found in 1817 by former Italian showman turned archaeologist Giovanni Belzoni.  The tomb is 29 metres lengthy,...
- [وداعاً وحيد حامد](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%88%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%8b-%d9%88%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%af/): الكاتب الكبير وحيد حامد يرحل وساب لنا ميراثه: كنز من الثقافة الوطنية! توفي كاتب السيناريو المصري الشهير وحيد حامد الذي ألّف سيناريوهات عدد من أبرز أفلام السينما المصرية خلال العقود الأربعة الأخيرة، السبت عن 76 عاما على ما أعلن ابنه المخرج السينمائي مروان حامد عبر صفحته على فيسبوك.وكان وحيد حامد نُقل قبل أيام الى أحد مستشفيات القاهرة إثر أزمة صحية، بحسب وسائل إعلام مصرية.وشيّع كاتب السيناريو السبت بعد صلاة الظهر في مسجد الشرطة في منطقة الشيخ زايد بضواحي القاهرة، بحسب نجله. وكتب وحيد حامد سيناريوهات أفلام ومسلسلات عدة تُعد من العلامات البارزة في السينما والدراما المصرية خلال السنوات الأربعين الأخيرة، من...
- [حوار مع كامل الباشا عن دوره في فيلم حظر تجول](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%b4%d8%a7-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%af%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%87-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ad%d8%b8%d8%b1/): كامل الباشا هو ممثل فلسطيني، اقتحم مجال التمثيل بأدوار درامية جميلة في السينما والدراما الفلسطينية وشفناه في دور بطولة في فيلم أمير رمسيس، حظر تجول. ما بين مهنته كممثل ومعلم قضي وقت طويل في سجون الأحتلال الإسرائيلي بسبب نشاطاته الحقوقية. وجاتلنا الفرصة نقعد مع كامل الباشا وندردش معاه شوية عن شغله وحياته ودوره في فيلم حظر تجول. فيلم حظر تجول لأمير رمسيس في قاعات العرض بدءا من 30 ديسمبر ما بين النشاط الحقوقي والتمثيل والتدريس، أيه من أعمالك يقدر يعبر عن حقيقتك أكتر؟ كلها حاجات تمثلني كشخص ومع الوقت قدرت أتقنها وأستمتع وأنا بعملها، لكن التمثيل يظل الأقرب لقلبي&#8230; وممكن أقول...
- [Dubai: Azza Fahmy Jewellery Now Opens at THAT Concept Store](https://www.el-shai.com/azza-fahmy-jewellery-that-concept-store-dubai/): Azza Fahmy Jewellery opens a shop-in-shop in THAT concept store in Dubai targeting a younger audience with a retail experience like no other. The store’s colourful interior incorporates key elements of Azza Fahmy’s DNA in a modern way. The store opens today inside Mall of the Emirates. About Azza Fahmy Jewellery: Azza Fahmy Jewellery is an International luxury design house that brings different cultures and heritage to life through its unique contemporary designs. Designer Azza Fahmy set out in 1969 with great passion for design and desire to translate this passion into jewellery collections of her own. Today the Azza Fahmy...
- [ازاي 2020 غيرت مفاهيم الموضة في العالم كله؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-2020-%d8%ba%d9%8a%d8%b1%d8%aa-%d9%85%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%8a%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88%d8%b6%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%83%d9%84%d9%87/): مفهوم الجسم المثالي اللي مجلات الموضة والجمال بتروج له بيعتمد علي موديل بنت مقاسها 0  ،معندهاش اي دهون في جسمها. أو موديل ولد بعضلات وبرضه معندوش اي دهون في جسمه. مع الوقت المفهوم التقليدي ده حدد معايير الجمال عند العالم كله واصبح هو الهدف من وجودنا. بقي لازم نكون شبه عارضين الأزياء اللي علي المجلات دي علشان نعتبر حلوين، وربطنا حبنا لذاتنا ولجسمنا بالمعايير المستحيلة دي والحقيقة ان أجسام عارضين الأزياء دول مش صحية خالص. مفاهيم الموضة ما بين المجلات والحقيقة لو كان جسمك مش زي الاجسام بتاعت عارضين الأزياء بيتقالك سلبي بيضايقك وبيخليك تحس انك وحش وتكره جسمك ونفسك. في...
- [اعرفوا معانا توقعات الأبراج لسنة 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81%d9%88%d8%a7-%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%82%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%ac-%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%86%d8%a9-%d9%a2%d9%a0%d9%a2%d9%a1/): خلاص فاضل 12 ساعة وهنكسر قُلة ورا سنة ٢٠٢٠ بكل حواراتها وكراكيبها، ونبتدي سنة جديدة واحنا بنتلفت حوالينا، نتمنى إنها تكون أفضل وأحسن على كل المستويات. الشاي انهارده جابلكم توقعات كل الأبراج لسنة 2021 اللي فيها كتير من الانفراجات وسنة تعويضات لبعض الأبراج بعينها اللي تعبت جداً في ٢٠٢٠ خصوصا في الربع الأخير من السنة زي برج السرطان، والميزان، والجوزاء&#8230;وسنة تحديد مصير خصوصاً على المستوي المهني والأشخاص المحيطين لمجموعة من الأبراج تانية زي الحوت، والعقرب، والحمل، والثور، والدلو. النظرة العامة لـ2021 من أهم الأحداث الفلكية اللي حصلت السنة دي هو اجتماع كل من كوكب أورانوس الموجود في برج الثور وزُحل الموجود...
- [From Harassment, To Bullying, To Rumors of Cancellation: The Tragedy of The Egyptian Women's National Football team](https://www.el-shai.com/the-women-national-football-team-cancelled/): The Women&#8217;s National Football Team is rumoured to be cancelled, and no one knows what is happening! The rumours started circulating after The Egyptian Football Association announced yesterday that they would re-draw the women league and postpone the games.  There were no further statements or any reasonings, which prompted people&#8217;s concerns and anger. However, the Egyptian Football Association head came out and denying the cancellations and explaining that re-draw the league doesn&#8217;t mean cancelling it! With that said, he didn&#8217;t give any other explanations on why they decided to re-drew the league, which created the cancellations rumours.  As expected, Egypt women&#8217;s...
- [أهم 7 علامات للجمال اللي لازم تكون عندك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%87%d9%85-7-%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%84%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b2%d9%85-%d8%aa%d9%83%d9%88%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%86%d8%af%d9%83/): في علامات للجمال كتير جداً ومهمة وبتميزنا عن اللي حولينا. كلنا بندور علي الجمال لأن الجمال بيخلينا مبسوطين، وكل واحد فينا عايز يكون جميل، بس ايه هو الجمال اللي بندور عليه. ويعني أيه الشخص يكون جميل؟ احنا هنا جمعنا 7 علامات للجمال واللي لو توافرت في الشخص، الشخص ده بيكون جميل. تيجي نشوف عندك كام واحدة من أهم 7 علامات للجمال؟ 1 &#8211; تقبل الذات وحبها بداية الجمال بيكون حب الذات وتقبلها زي ماهي. الموضوع مش سهل، احنا محاطين بافكار وإعلانات سطحية عن الجمال، بتصدرلنا شكل واحد نمطي عن الجسم المثالي والملامح والألوان، لدرجة بتخلينا نكره نفسنا لأننا مش شبه الصورة...
- [أربع أفكار عملية لموديلات أزياء الحمل في الشتاء](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%81%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d9%85%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a3%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%85%d9%84-%d9%81/): الحمل هو أجمل وأسمى تجربة في الحياة الست ممكن تعيشها. وزي ما التجربة دي ليها جمالها ولحظاتها السعيدة فهي كمان ليها شوية تحديات. أكبر تحدي بيقابل الست هو إن شكل جسمها بيتغير وبتزيد في الوزن. وده طبعاً بيصعّب عليها مهمة إنها تشتري لبس مناسب لشكلها الجديد، لأنها مش بتبقى متعودة على شكل جسمها اللي بيتغير شهر بعد شهر وعلى إيه اللي يليق عليه. فبتحس دائماً إنه من الصعب أو يمكن مستحيل إنها تكون أنيقة وفي نفس الوقت حاسة بالدفء في الجو البرد ده. وبجد بتحس إنها معادلة صعب جداً تحقيقها. بس مين قال إنك علشان حامل ده معناه إنك ملقيش الحق...
- [صدقي صخر يشارك 4 جنسيات في أول بودكاست عربي "مضلة صقر"](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b5%d8%af%d9%82%d9%8a-%d8%b5%d8%ae%d8%b1-%d9%8a%d8%b4%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%83-4-%d8%ac%d9%86%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84-%d8%a8%d9%88%d8%af%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%aa-%d8%b9/): يشارك الفنان صدقي صخر في البودكاست الأول من نوعة باللغة العربية &#8220;مضلة صقر&#8221; والذي سيتوفر حلقاته ابتداء من غداّ على منصة أنغامي. ويقوم صدقي ضخر في الحلقات بدور &#8220;أحمد بيالي&#8221; متسلق جبال من مصر الذي ينضم لمغامرة فيصل في رحلته بالربع الخالي بالسعودية والذي سنكشف خلال الحلقات دوره المؤثر فيها&#8221; وصرح صدقي صخر&#8221; دائما احب تجربة ما هو جديد ومشاركتي في أول بودكاست يقدم باللغة العربية ويشارك فيه اكثر من 4 جنسيات عربية من مصر والسعودية ولبنان وغيرها جعلني متحمس وخاصة ان &#8220;مضلة صقر&#8221; هو مغامرة مسموعة جديدة تشعل خيال الجمهور بشكل كبير كما جعلني اعود لفكرة الأداء الصوتي ولاني احب الدوبلاج حيث...
- [اشتروا 25 ألف كيس كوفي ميكس علشان يكسبوا عربية، ومكسبوش.. ودلوقت عايزين حقهم. أيه الحكاية؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b4%d8%aa%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a7-25-%d8%a3%d9%84%d9%81-%d9%83%d9%8a%d8%b3-%d9%83%d9%88%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b3%d8%a8%d9%88%d8%a7/): عمرك قعدت مع صحابك علي القهوة وطلبتوا واحد شاي وواحد كوفي ميكس وحجرين شيشة وقعدتوا تفتحوا مشاريع؟ أنا عن نفسي فتحت بتاع 2000 مشروع علي القهوة، وده وأنا في الجامعة  بس. دايماً كنا بنطلع بفكرة جامدة جداً، وأصلية ومحدش جابها قبل كدا. أحنا نفتح بلاي ستيشن. ونعمل فيه عصارة. ونعمل سندوتشات وكوفي ميكس. أو نعمل إندومي، العيال عايزة تاكل إندومي وهي بتلعب بلاي ستيشن. بس دايماً المشروع مكانش بيكمل، علشان كنا صغيرين وسطحيين ومعندناش خبرة في إدارة الأعمال. مكناش عارفين أن أي مشروع مهما كان صغير هيحتاج دراسة جدوي ودراية بالسوق وإحتياجاته في مقابل المطلوب والمعروض واللي نقدر نقدمه. الموضوع كان...
- [عن آكل لحوم البشر: حكاية الراجل اللي قتل وأكل الضيف بتاعه اللي كان موافق وراضي علي كده](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%a2%d9%83%d9%84-%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%b4%d8%b1-%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%ac%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%82%d8%aa%d9%84/): آكل لحوم البشر، هنكلمكم عن جريمة بشعة وشنيعة ومحدش يقدر حتي يتخليها. طيب تخيل شخص كان عايز حد يقتله وياكله! حاجة غريبة ومرعبة مش كدا؟ احنا بقي هنحكيلك عن الشخص اللي كان بيدور علي حد ياكله. تخيل أنك قاعد في المترو جمب واحد، شكله عادي جداً، راجل راجع تعبان من شغله وشكله بيفكر في حياته زي أي واحد تاني معاك في عربية المترو. بس الشخص ده بيفكر دلوقتي إنه يروح يشوي حتة لحمة وياكلها علي العشا مع بطاطس مشوية وسلطة، حتة اللحمة دي هي آخر حتة باقية من الراجل اللي جاله من شهرين وطلب منه يقتله وياكله. القصة مرعبة ومتخطرش أبداً...
- [معاناة أصحاب النظارات: إزاي تخلي النظارة متشبرش وانت لابس الكمامة الطبية؟!](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d8%b8%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%a9/): الكمامة الطبية بقت جزء لا يتجزأ من حياتنا اليومية وبقت قطعة أساسية نرتديها بشكل يومي علشان نقدر نحمي نفسنا على قدر المستطاع من مرض كورونا المستجد أو ما يُطلق عليه Covid-19. بس الحاجة اللي مش كل الناس عارفاها إن أصحاب النظارات سواء الشمسية أو النظر وبالأخص النظر بيعانوا وبيواجهوا تحدي كل مرة يرتدوا فيها الكمامة الطبية. ودة لأن بمجرد ما الشخص بيرتدي الكمامة الطبية بيتكثف هواء الزفير وبيخرج من الحافة العلوية للكمامة على عدسات النظارة بطريقة مباشرة. وطبعاً ده بيخلي الرؤية مش واضحة، فبيضطر الشخص إنه يشيل الكمامة أو يقلع النظارة وفي الحالتين الموضوع مش هيبقى مريح ليه. بس مفيش داعي...
- [حد فاكر استديوهات تصوير زمان؟ طيب تعالوا معانا في جولة مع أجمد حركات التصوير بتاعت زمان](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d8%af-%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%87%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%aa%d8%b5%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%b2%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%9f-%d8%b7%d9%8a%d8%a8-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84/): جيل التمانينات يمكن يقدر يفتكر أيام ستديوهات تصوير زمان، وهما صغيرين لما كانوا بيروحوا يتصوروا وكدا. في واحد صاحبي بيحكيلي أنه وهو صغير أهله طلعوه شايل التورته لحد الأستديو اللي أخر الشارع علشان يتصور walk of shame. وعلشان معظم جيل الألفية والجيل Z مش هيفتكر الأستديوهات وتصوير زمان، جبنالكم جولة مع أجمد حركات التصوير بتاعت زمان. تصوير زمان والراديو لما كان حاجة أكتر حاجة كوول في التمانينات لو متصور براديو تبقي bad boy جداً أو ممكن تاخد الراديو معاك الطيارة واللي أجمد من كل ده! التليفون أبو قرص وبتوع التكنولوجيا السباقين اللي بيتصوروا بتليفون بزراير واللي معاه موبايل يمسك الشيشة بقي...
- [Avoid the Vulnerability hangover: 6 Things to Remember when You're Opening up](https://www.el-shai.com/vulnerability-hangover/): Vulnerability hangover is the feeling that you have after sharing something profound and putting yourself out there in a way that makes you feel exposed and wanting to take it back. It&#8217;s not necessarily from what we share but how we share it. We may get it when we feel like the response we got was surprise or shock rather than tenderness and understanding. So we could be telling ourselves that we scared them off, that they think we are weak or annoying or over-the-top. Okay, I recognize the feeling of vulnerability&#8230; How to deal with it? Recognize your feelings Vulnerability...
- [Meet Amina Nada: the Egyptian Artist Shaking things in Hollywood!](https://www.el-shai.com/amina-nada-the-egyptian-artist/): Following her passion, taking every step that needs to be taken to be who she aspires to be one day, is a one of a kind Egyptian filmmaker living in the United States, the beautiful artist Amina Nada. She doesn’t only make and produce movies, she is also a great inspiration for all of us to stand up and pursue our dreams! So we couldn’t resist knowing more about her story… Where did it start? How did she make it to the BAFTA? What are her thoughts about the film industry? And more! Being always passionate about cinema, Amina Nada decided...
- [كل اللي تحبي تعرفيه وأكتر عن فوائد ماء الورد](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%a8%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%af-%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%af/): بيرجع تاريخ زراعة الأزهار العطرية المختلفة للحصول على العطور بما فيها ماء الورد لبلاد فارس الساسانية أو إيران حالياً.  وكان بيعرف هناك باسم &#8220;جولاب&#8221;: (جول) يعني ورد، و(اب) يعني ماء. ماء الورد كان بيُستخدم من قديم الأزل واهتم بيه اليونانيون القدماء والرومان والفينيقيون وكانوا بيعتبروا حدائق الورود مهمة ومتقلش أهمية عن الأراضي الزراعية وحقول القمح وده طبعاً لأن فوائد ماء الورد كتيرة جداً وعظيمة. بيتم استخراج ماء الورد من بتلات الورود نفسها عن طريق التبخير والتقطير، علشان نحصل في النهاية على مستحضر طبيعي بيُستخدم في حاجات كتيرة جداً. إما في وصفات الطعام أو كمشروب أو كمستحضر تجميلي للعناية بالبشرة والشعر، وبرضو...
- [PUBG Mobile Arabic Celebrates Second Anniversary With Release Of First-Ever Original Song And Arabic Soundtrack](https://www.el-shai.com/pubg-mobile-arabic-anniversary/): For the first time ever, PUBG MOBILE has launched a full-fledged Arabic soundtrack, an original song and a new Arabic voice pack, to celebrate the second anniversary of the Arabic-language version of the hit viral MOBILE game. Featuring sure-to-be hit ‘Me and My Squad’, accompanied by an action-packed music video and in-game Arabic Voice pack, the anniversary content has been crafted specifically for PUBG MOBILE as part of an exciting collaboration with online sensation and renowned artist, Noor Stars. PUBG MOBILE Arabic was unveiled to players in December 2018, as part of PUBG MOBILE’s commitment to bringing the game to a...
- [إيه الضحك ده: وثائقي عن الجد في الكوميديا والكوميديا في الجد](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b6%d8%ad%d9%83-%d8%af%d9%87-%d9%88%d8%ab%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%82%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d8%af-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d9%88%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%8a/): لما بنروح ستاند أب كوميدي ولما بنتفرج علي عرض كوميدي في أي حتة، بنضحك وبننبسط وبنطلع فايقين من ضغوط الحياة والضغوط النفسية اللي عايشينها وبنكمل حياتنا مبسوطين. لكن هل فكرنا قبل كدا في الحكاية اللي ورا صناعة الكوميديا؟ ايه اللي بيحصل ورا المسرح ده قبل ما الناس دي تطلع تضحكنا وتبسطنا كدا؟ بكرة، 23 ديسمبر هيكون في العرض الأول للفيلم في دار الأوبرا المصرية مع الـ Panel الساعة 6 بالليل. يوم 27 ديسمبر هيكون في عرض لفيلم وثائقي مصري اسمه &#8220;إيه الضحك ده&#8221; في Room Art Space New Cairo، العرض هيبدأ الساعة 8:30 بالليل، وبعد العرض هيكون في جلسة مناقشة مع...
- [توك توك بمهرجان كليرمون فيران السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%83-%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%83-%d8%a8%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%83%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%b1%d9%85%d9%88%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7/): أعلن مهرجان كليرمون فيران في دورته ال٤٣ المزمع إقامتها في الفترة من ٢٩ يناير إلى ٦ فبراير ٢٠٢١، عن قائمة الأفلام المشاركة في مختلف المسابقات بالمهرجان، ومن بينهم فيلم &#8220;توك توك&#8221; الذي ينافس بمسابقة وجهات نظر إفريقية. يعد كليرمون فيران، أكبر مهرجان دولي مخصص للأفلام القصيرة ويقام سنويا في كليرمون فيران بفرنسا. فيلم توك توك تأليف محمد خضر وشريف عبدالهادي ومن بطولة الهام وجدي، أشرف مهدي، محمد خميس، عمر راشد، ماري جرجس، ندى أكرم، موسيقى تصويرية سيف الدين هلال ومن إخراج وتصوير ومونتاج محمد خضر. تدور أحداث الفيلم عن ولاء التي تحاول توفير دخل لعائلتها بعد أن هاجر زوجها لخارج البلاد...
- [Writer and Director Shahad Ameen's movie, Scales, selected as Saudi Arabia’s national submission for the 2021 Academy Awards](https://www.el-shai.com/shahad-ameen-scales-academy-awards/): Image Nation Abu Dhabi’s acclaimed feature film Scales has been selected as Saudi Arabia’s national submission for Best International Feature Film at the 2021 Academy Awards, following a multi-award-winning global festival season and a successful run in Saudi cinemas last month. Written and directed by Shahad Ameen, Scales explores the changing role of women in society through the allegorical, magical-realist tale of Hayat, a young girl who refuses to be sacrificed to mysterious sea creatures by her village. Presented in black and white, the poetic film follows the unfolding social, familial and personal consequences of Hayat’s choice to defy tradition and...
- [فيلم حظر تجول لأمير رمسيس في قاعات العرض بدءا من 30 ديسمبر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ad%d8%b8%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%b3-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1/): ينطلق فيلم حظر تجول للمخرج أمير رمسيس بدءا من ٣٠ ديسمبر بجميع دور العرض في مصر وعدد من الدول العربية. بعد عرضه العالمي الأول والذي نافس في المسابقة الرسمية لمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي بدورته الـ 42  وحازت النجمة إلهام شاهين بجائزة احسن ممثلة عن دورها في الفيلم. ويتتبع الفيلم قصة فاتن بعد عشرين عامًا من خروجها من السجن، بسبب ارتكابها جريمةّ مريعة، ويعود الفيلم إلى خريف 2013 بعد قرار حظر التجوال بمصر، والذي أجبر فاتن على قضاء ليلتها عند ليلى والتي تعرضها لمحاكمة ثانية بحثاًعن اجابات لأسئلة مسكوت عنها. لتمر الليلة في محاولة كل منهما لتقبل الأخرى. ويقوم ببطولة الفيلم النجوم إلهام...
- [Art D'Égypte: On a Mission to Raise Awareness on Egyptian cultural heritage with Public School Children](https://www.el-shai.com/art-degypte-on-a-mission-to-raise-awareness-on-egyptian-cultural-heritage-with-public-school-children/): Art D&#8217;Égypte, which specialises in organising art and cultural exhibitions, organised a trip for government school children in Giza to the Pyramids, in cooperation with the National Commission for UNESCO in Egypt, the UNESCO associated schools network (ASPNet) and Datifa Culture Tours. The tour was part of the community engagement program under the Forever Is Now exhibition, which is scheduled to open on October 23, 2021. The program, organised by Art D&#8217;Égypte, aims to involve the Giza communities that are surrounding the Pyramids archaeological site in the organisation of the Forever is Now exhibition. Through community engagement, Art D&#8217;Égypte seeks to...
- [بمناسبة فيديوهات بسنت وياسين: حكاية إستغلال الوالدين لأطفالهم في مصر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%87%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d9%86%d8%aa-%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a5%d8%b3/): في مجموعة فيديوهات مكسرة السوشيال ميديا في مصر عن قصة حب طفلين، بسنت وياسين. بمناسبة الفيديوهات دي عايزين نفتح النقاش بخصوص ثقافة تربية الأطفال في مصر. يمكن نقدر نقول أن بعض المصريين معندهمش أحسن ثقافة تربوية في العالم. يمكن معظمنا هيتفق أن أهلنا عملوا حاجات كتير غلط في تربيتنا ووصل الأمر أن بقي عندنا مشاكل في طرق التعبير عن نفسنا وعن مشاعرنا. وزي ما في ناس بتقول &#8220;أهلنا بيبوظونا وأحنا بنبوظ ولادنا بطرق جديدة لانج&#8221;. واحدة من أكتر غلطات التربية اللي أهلنا كرروها معانا كلنا هي الإستغلال العاطفي والتلاعب بالمشاعر. لما نتلاعب بالأطفال علشان نحسسهم بالذنب بغرض إننا نجبرهم يتصرفوا بالطريقة...
- [مستخدمي التيك توك الصينين في حملة غاضبة ضد بعض المصريين بسبب فيديوهات عنصرية. أيه الحكاية؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%ae%d8%af%d9%85%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d9%8a%d9%83-%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%83-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b5%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%ad%d9%85%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%ba%d8%a7%d8%b6%d8%a8/): هل المصريين عنصريين؟ لو سألنا السؤال ده للناس في الشارع غالباً هنلاقي رد فعل سريع، وإحتمال غاضب، أنه لاء، المصريين أكيد مش عنصريين خالص. طيب يا سيدي، من كام يوم التيكت توكيرز الصينين نزلوا بحملة تعليقات بتعبر عن غضب شديد بسبب فيديوهات بعض المصريين اللي اعتبروها عنصرية ومهينة. اللي حصل أن في تريند علي تيك توك بيرقصوا فيه علي مهرجان سكة تانية، وفي الحتة اللي بيقول فيها &#8220;ده جمالها معدي الصين&#8221; بيعملوا حركة بأيديهم كدا علشان يخلوا عنيهم ضيقة. قال كدا يعني بقوا صينين! بالإضافة لحركات تانية، علي نفس الكوبلية في الأغنية، واللي قاصدين بيها تقليد الصينين، واللي مش بتعبر غير...
- [Best 5 Moments from Amir El Masry's Appearance with Mona El Shazli's "Maakom"](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-mona-el-shazli-maakom/): Our boy wonder Amir El Masry was on CBC&#8217;s talk show &#8220;Ma&#8217;akom&#8221; with Mona El Shazli, where they spoke about his latest movie Limbo, previous roles, and his life in Egypt and &#8220;origins&#8221; if you might say. Moreover, Amir was joined by Limbo&#8217;s director Ben Sharrock. Now let us take a quick look at the highlights of Amir El Masry&#8217;s appearance with Mona El Shazli&#8217;s Maakom: The London boy is originally from Shobra: Don&#8217;t let the British accent fool you, but El Masry is born in Egypt, and he&#8217;s originally from Shobra, and proud! View this post on Instagram A post...
- [خمس طرق بسيطة لحماية البشرة في فصل الشتاء](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ae%d9%85%d8%b3-%d8%b7%d8%b1%d9%82-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%b7%d8%a9-%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%b4%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%81%d8%b5%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%aa/): جفاف البشرة مشكلة بتعاني منها سيدات وبنات كتير خاصة في فصل الشتاء، وأكتر منطقة بتتأثر هي بشرة الإيد وده نتيجة للاستخدام المستمر للماية والكحول وعمل شغل البيت اللي مش بيخلص. والحاجات دي ممكن تزود من المشكلة بشكل كبير. الجفاف والتشققات من الحاجات المزعجة جداً وفي بعض الأحيان بيبقى إحساس مؤلم وغير مريح. وطبعاً مش كلنا خبراء في العناية بمشاكل البشرة والاهتمام بيها، عشان كدة فكرنا نساعدك ونقدملك طرق بسيطة وسهلة ممكن تبدأي بيها لو ملكيش قوي في روتين العناية بالبشرة ومش عارفة تبدأي منين. فلو كنت متضايقة من شكل إيدك وملمسها تابعي النصايح اللي هنقولهالك في المقال ده عشان تستعيدي جمالها...
- [Nob Designs' New FW20/21 Collection is a Step into Sustainable Fashion!](https://www.el-shai.com/nob-designs-fw20-21-sustainable-fashion/): Nob Designs&#8217; latest collection &#8216;save the unicorns&#8216; is a sustainable collection, adding him to one of the lists of sustainable fashion designers we have in Egypt. All the fabrics used in the collection are either previously owned by Ahmed, head designer of Nob Designs, grandma or leftover ones from previous collections. Each and every piece in this collection is uniquely hand stitched or hand-painted in some way by Ahmed himself, making each piece a one a kind. As for the name of the collection, &#8216;save the unicorns&#8216;, it was picked as a nudge to all creatures that are affected by fashion...
- [A Rant: Stop Forcing People to "Speak Arabic"](https://www.el-shai.com/a-rant-stop-forcing-people-to-speak-arabic/): Remember when life was simple, and you could switch between speaking in Arabic and English with zero care in the world? Speak Arabic, or Speak English, no one cares! Ah; the good old times! Now, for some reason, anyone who doesn&#8217;t speak Arabic has been getting shamed to death. Or even, and especially, if they write in franco Arabic. And now, there&#8217;s a whole campaign by the Egyptian Ministry of Emigration encouraging people to Speak Arabic. The campaign is initially about ENCOURAGING people to speak Arabic, yet somehow it has morphed into a campaign forcing people to speak Arabic. While I&#8217;m...
- [The Sexual Harassment Incident in Mit Ghamr and Bassant: Why this could be the Case to Save us all!](https://www.el-shai.com/bassant-mit-ghamr-sexual-harassment/): How many sexual abuse incidents became cases of public opinions this year only? So many. How many mass sexual harassment incidents happened in our streets? We have at least one incident per season. Every time we scream and shout and beg for a change, but what changes? Nothing. We end up with the same incidents or even worse. The Latest Sexual Harassment Incident: On Sunday, 13th of December, a girl in Mit Ghamr was violated by a herd of men who tried to undress and touch her body, her name is Bassant, and we want justice for her. The same incident...
- [حوار مع المخرج سامح علاء المشارك في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي بعد فوزه في مهرجان كان](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d8%b3%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%ad-%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%a1/): سامح علاء هو مخرج مصري مقدم في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي بفيلمين، فيلم روائي طويل كان متقدم خارج المسابقة علشان التمويل وفيلم قصير مشارك في مسابقة سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة. سامح علاء قدر يعمل انجاز سينمائي عظيم بحصوله علي جايزة السعفة الذهبية في مهرجان كان السينمائي الدولي عن فيلمه الروائي القصير &#8220;ستاشر&#8221;. وعلاء هو شاب مصري عنده 33 سنة، عايش ما بين القاهرة وبروكسل وحاصل علي درجة البكالريوس في الأدب الألماني. فيلم &#8220;ستاشر&#8221; بيتكلم عن بطله &#8220;أدم&#8221; واللي بعد ما قطع علاقته بحبيبته بتمانين يوم بيقرر ياخد الطريق الصعب ويحاول يرجعلها مرة تانية. فيلمه الروائي الطويل &#8220;تمنتاشر&#8221; حصل على جائزة قدرها...
- [Lost Egyptian artefact from Great Pyramid of Giza Found in cigar box in Scotland](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-artefact-great-pyramid-cigar-box-scotland/): A missing 5000-year-old Egyptian artefact has been found in a cigar box in the Scottish city of Aberdeen. The artefact, a fragment of wood, was one of three items found inside the Queen&#8217;s Chamber of the Great Pyramid of Giza in 1872. Egyptian Curatorial assistant, Abeer Eladany, was reviewing items within the university’s Asia collection when she came across a cigar box marked together with her country’s former flag. Inside, she discovered several wooden splinters which she then recognised as a fraction of wooden from the Great Pyramid which has been missing for more than a century. “The university’s collections are...
- [بالفيديو: إيمي سلطان تزين ميدان يونيون سكوير في نيويورك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%88-%d8%a5%d9%8a%d9%85%d9%8a-%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%aa%d8%b2%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%86/): تكريماً لها على مسيرتها في مجال الرقص الشعبي، احتفل ميدان يونيون سكوير في مدينة نيويورك بأمريكا بالفنانة الاستعراضية إيمي سلطان من خلال عرض رقصاتها وصورها في أحد أشهر الشوارع الأمريكية &#8220;يونيون سكوير.  وذلك بعد مجموعة من الحفلات الناجحة التي أحيتها إيمي سلطان في أمريكا وغيرها من الدول.وجاء هذا بعد مجموعة من النجوم تم تكريمهم على حوائط نفس الشارع. ومنذ ظهور إيمي سلطان على الساحة الفنية وهي دائماً مثيرة للجدل حيث أنها خريجة كلية الهندسة. درست هندسة الديكور، ولكنها صرحت أنها تعشق الباليه منذ طفولتها ولكنها أكملت دراستها إرضاءً لأهلها، وأكدت أنها كانت راقصة باليه، قبل الرقص الشرقي، ولكنها كانت قد قررت...
- [Cairo University Selects Blackboard to Enhance its Digital Teaching and Learning Infrastructure](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-university-selects-blackboard/): Blackboard Inc., a leading global EdTech software and solutions company, today announced that it has partnered with Cairo University, a leading university in Egypt, to help drive student success. Cairo University is leveraging Blackboard’s fully integrated cloud learning management system (LMS), Blackboard Learn, and virtual classroom solution, Blackboard Collaborate, to create an agile and scalable connected learning environment for its over 250,000 students spread across 27 colleges, centres, and institutes. Founded in 1908, Cairo University is Egypt’s oldest modern university and a leading higher education institution and among the top-ranked universities in Africa. The institution continues to push the boundaries of...
- [Annoncment: Anghami to launch Dolby Atmos Music for Anghami Plus](https://www.el-shai.com/anghami-dolby-atmos/): Anghami, the leading music streaming company in the Middle East region, will be introducing a more emotional and authentic way to experience and connect to songs with Dolby Atmos Music. This new experience will be made available for Anghami Plus subscribers only. Anghami has been at the forefront of technology innovation, continuously focusing on delivering the best in class experience. It is dedicated to providing it&#8217;s Plus subscribers with a unique and high-quality listening experience doing them the first music streaming service from the Middle East and North Africa region which will offer Dolby Atmos experience. Members subscribing to the Anghami...
- [إعتذار مصطفي حسني عن فيديو بقاله 12 سنه، اشمعنا دلوقت وهل اعتذاره هيغير حاجة؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d8%b9%d8%aa%d8%b0%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b7%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%ad%d8%b3%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%88-%d8%a8%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%87-12-%d8%b3%d9%86%d9%87%d8%8c/): من حوالي 12 سنة كان الداعية الإسلامي مصطفي حسني بيقدم برنامج علي قناة اقرأ، وفي احدي حلقات البرنامج جاب مجموعة من تماثيل عرض الأزياء ولبسهم علي موضة حجاب السنة دي. في الفيديو بيظهر مصطفي حسني وهو ماسك عصاية وبيشاور بيها علي جسم تماثيل العرض وبيوضح مفهوم الحجاب الصحيح من وجهة نظره. تغلب علي نبرة مصطفي حسني في الفيديو السكينة المعروفة عنه وبيكمل شرح علي أجسام العارضات ازاي أن اختياراتهم في اللبس، رغم الحجاب، ما تزال بتحدد شكل جسم البنت، وبتوحي بحجم ومساحة أجزاء جسمها، واللي بيقول أنه يعتبر غلط وحرام لأنه بيستثير الشباب وبيفتنهم. اعتذار مصطفي حسني عن الفيديو بعد 12...
- [Morad Mostafa: A Quick Look into his Breathtaking Movie "Henet Ward"](https://www.el-shai.com/morad-mostafa-henet-ward/): During Cairo International Film Festival this year, one of the most significant movies we&#8217;ve seen had to be Henet Ward, by Morad Mostafa. While it was a short movie, it was one of the richest we&#8217;ve seen this year. One of my persona favorite things about film festivals is having the ability to watch top-notch short films. Something that we barely have the chance to watch in our everyday lives. We couldn&#8217;t miss this festival without chatting with Morad Mostafa, the director of Henet Ward, to know more about this piece of art.  Before we get into our interview, lets us...
- [كل اللي محتاج تعرفه عن لقاح الكورونا اللي وصل مصر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%ad%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ac-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81%d9%87-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84/): العالم عِرف إننا محتاجين لقاح الكورونا من بداية ظهور الفيروس وإنتشاره علي نطاق واسع في العالم كله. كل المؤسسات الدوائية بتحاول تلاقي لقاح ضد الفيروس اللي خلي العالم كله عايش في حالة رعب وسبب خسائر كبيرة في الأرواح. من فبراير 2019 تم الإعلان عن أكتر من 86 لقاح شغالين عليهم في كل حتة في العالم. لحد النهاردة مفيش غير لقاحين بس اللي اتوافق عليهم، واللي الشركات المصنعة ليهم طرحت معاهم معلومات كافية ومطمئنة بخصوص التجارب السريرية ومدي الفعالية والتركيبة الحيوية للقاح. لقاح فايزر وبيوتيك وأول موافقة طارئة علي لقاح كورونا في الولايات المتحدة شركة فايز واللي موقعها في نيويورك، الولايات المتحدة...
- [Latest: UNWTO and Google Host Tourism Acceleration Program in MENA](https://www.el-shai.com/unwto-and-google/): The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in partnership with Google hosted its second edition of the global Tourism Acceleration Program in the MENA region. Tourism Acceleration Program is a program designed to boost innovation and digital transformation in the tourism sector in each of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt by providing key insights and market intelligence for effective tourism planning. Held last Thursday, the online event was attended by UNWTO Member States&#8217; tourism ministers, top travel associations, tourism boards and Destination Marketing Organizations from across the region. Participants from Egypt included representatives from the Ministry of Tourism &amp; Antiquities,...
- [A talk with the Legendary Sir Christopher Hampton: On The Father, Anthony Hopkins, Brexit, and Writing a Screenplay](https://www.el-shai.com/christopher-hampton-the-father/): While we&#8217;re always used to Cairo International Film Festival bringing us top filmmakers from all over the world, this year amidst the pandemic, they managed to get one of the biggest names in the industry &#8211; Sir Christopher Hampton. During Sir Christopher Hampton&#8217;s visit to Egypt, where he was given a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 42nd edition of Cairo Internationa Film Festival, we had the pleasure to interview him and talk about his work, and the opening movie for the festival, The Father. Christopher Hampton is an English playwright, screenwriter, director and producer. Born in 1946 in Portugal, he spent...
- [The Girls Who Burned The Night: The 3 Women Behind the Mesmerizing Film!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-girls-who-burned-the-night-ciff/): Saudi Director Sara Mesfer definitely cause a major buzz during Cairo International Film Festival with her movie &#8220;The Girls Who Burned The Night.&#8221;  Not only was everyone talking about her movie, but she also received a Special Mention in the Cinema of Tomorrow Competition. The movie is written and directed by Sara Mesfer, and produced by Jowaher Alamri. Jowaher Alamri is producer and director based in Saudi. With a solid of 4 years of experience in working with a variety of films and shows. Jowaher produced “ah-18” a short film that won the silver palm in the Saudi film festival and...
- [Confessions of Amir El Masry: The Man Leaving us in Limbo](https://www.el-shai.com/confessions-amir-el-masry/): I remember receiving an email with the subject &#8220;Amir El Masry Is Selected for the BAFTA’s Breakthrough Brits&#8220;, and thinking this is either a spam email or I&#8217;m not sure who Amir El Masry. Yet there he was; Amir El Masry, the boy we knew during our teenage years through the movie &#8220;Ramadan Mabrouk Abul-Alamein Hamouda&#8220;. It&#8217;s rare in Egypt that we have an actor making headlines in international media, let alone get nominated for a BAFTA and a BIFA against Anthony Hopkins. Yes, Amir El Masry is now a grown man that&#8217;s making a serious breakthrough with his movie &#8220;Limbo&#8220;,...
- [7 Egyptian Designers Who Stole the Spotlight at Cairo International Film Festival Red Carpet](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-designers-cairo-international-film-festival-red-carpet/): Cairo International Film Festival events are over, and the red carpet is no more. Yet we are still high on some fashion moments that are truly unforgettable. Surprisingly, or not, our favourite designers were mostly, if not all, designed by Egyptians designers. Perhaps it&#8217;s the corona travel restrictions that made it preferable for our stars to dress in Egyptian designs but it did not let us down. Not even for a bit! 1 &#8211; Mo&#8217;men Awad dressing Cairo film festival red carpet&#8217;s most fashionable men Find him on Instagram @moamenawadofficial Youssef Othman&#8217;s classic suit The classic fitting, stripes and vest were...
- [How Spotify is making your listening experience seamless](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-experience-seamless/): Claudius Boller, MD of Spotify Middle East and Africa, participated in the Rise Up Summit where he joined a 25-minute Fireside chat moderated by Sherry Kilany, Founder of Scoop Empire. During the talk, he reflected on key consumer trends that shaped 2020 and unpacked the company’s mission to become your audio platform; the place where you do all your listening. 2020 consumer trends on Spotify As people around the world have increasingly moved inside this year, Spotify has seen music listening change in a variety of ways. Nostalgia and work-from-home playlists are up: There was an increase in nostalgia-themed playlists and...
- [نجمات زمان: تخيلوا شكلهم هيبقى ايه في مهرجان القاهرة 2020؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%b2%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-2020/): بمناسبة مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي الـ42 اللي بتدور فعالياته دلوقتي، تخيلوا معانا إطلالات فنانات الزمن الجميل على السجادة الحمراء وأزيائهم كانت هتبقى شكلها إيه لو كانوا لسة معانا؟ نجمات زمان اتميزوا بجمال ملفت وأناقة راقية. وكانت كل نجمة منهم ليها أسلوبها الرقيق الفريد والخاص بها في التمثيل، الأسلوب اللي خلانا كلنا نعشق أفلامهم ونحب نتفرج عليهم وعلى أناقتهم وجمالهم. وزي ما كانت أناقتهم وشياكتهم بتخطف قلوبنا واحنا شايفنهم بيمثلوا قدامنا فأكيد كنا هننبهر بيهم أكتر لو كنا شفناهم على الحقيقة على السجادة الحمراء في أهم وأكبر مهرجان في العالم العربي. جمّعنالكم في المقال ده مجموعة من أجمل الصور لجميلات زمان بأزياء...
- [من يحرقن الليل ل سارة مسفر يحصل على تنويه خاص في مسابقة سينما الغد](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%86-%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%b1%d9%82%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84-%d9%84-%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%81%d8%b1-%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%b5%d9%84-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%aa%d9%86%d9%88%d9%8a/): حصل الفيلم القصير من يحرقن الليل للمخرجة السعودية سارة مسفر على تنويه خاص من لجنة تحكيم مسابقة سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة وذلك بعد مشاركته في دورة مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي 42. وعبرت المخرجة سارة عن سعادتها بحصول الفيلم على شهادة تقدير من مهرجان عريق كمهرجان القاهرة قائلة: اشعر بسعادتي بعرض الفيلم في مصر في ظل هذا العام العصيب وكنت اتمنى بتواجد فريق العمل معي ولكن ظروف الكورونا منعت معظمهم من السفر . كل الشكر للمهرجان ولجان التحكيم والمتطوعين يتبع الفيلم الأختين سلسبيل ووسن في ليلة خطوبة، بعد أن تم رفض طلب إحداهن للذهاب إلى البقالة المجاورة، فنشاهد ما بعد الرفض من...
- [أمير المصري تصدر ترند جوجل بعد فوزه ب 3 جوائز في مهرجان القاهرة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%af%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%b1%d9%86%d8%af-%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%ac%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d9%81%d9%88%d8%b2%d9%87-%d8%a8-3-%d8%ac/): تصدر النجم أمير المصري ترند جوجل وذلك بعدما حصل فيلمه Limbo على 3 جوائز في ختام الدورة الـ 42 في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، والتي تضمنت جائزة الهرم الذهبي كـأفضل فيلم، جائزة المساهمة الفنية المتميزة، وجائزة الاتحاد الدولي للنقاد &#8220;فيبريسي &#8211; FIPRESCI &#8220;. وتألق النجم أمير المصري ببدلة من Orange Square  بالتعاون مع الستايلست ندى حسام. حصد الفيلم على إشادات النجوم والنقّاد خلال عروضه بـمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي، حيث قالت عنه ليلى علوي عقب العرض &#8220;الفيلم مختلف تمامًا عن الأفلام المنافسة، أحيي النجم أمير المصري لحفاظه على أحساسه طول أحداث الفيلم، إحساس متدفق متوازن.. أكيد تدربت على هذا الأمر لأسابيع&#8221;. وأعربت إلهام شاهين عن قوة موضوع الفيلم وقالت &#8220;أحيي أمير المصري لاختياره موضوعًا عن اللاجئين، القضية التي مسّتنا كُلّنا طوال الفيلم.&#8221; كما تمنّت النجمة السلام والخير لكل المجتمع العربي، أما النجمة سلوى محمد علّي فقد قالت نصًا &#8220;كل ده...
- [Egyptian Producer Amina Nada: A Breakthrough in Hollywood](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-producer-amina-nada/): We all love to watch movies and TV shows on Netflix or at the film. We love the stories, the journeys, and the heroes of each show or movie we watch. Additionally, we love how every movie and series opens our eyes to see new worlds of art, happiness, grief, success and all other feelings. That’s why we are always curious to know the people behind these pieces of art. These people make these films for us to enjoy, from writers, producers, and directors. Today we had the chance to chat with an Egyptian producer and artist who’s making a breakthrough...
- [فيلم حظر تجول: من غير حرق زنا المحارم ما بين الواقع والسينما](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ad%d8%b8%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%ba%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%ad%d8%b1%d9%82-%d8%b2%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%a7/): الفيلم المصري الروائي الطويل حظر تجول المشارك في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، واللي كسبت فيه إلهام شاهين جايزة أحسن ممثلة، بيرجعنا لخريف 2013 بعد فرض حظر التجول علي مصر كلها، وبعد خروج فاتن، إلهام شاهين، من السجن بعشرين سنة بتضطر تقضي ليلتها مع ليلي، أمينة خليل، واللي بتقيم لها محاكمة تانية في محاولة للبحث عن إجابات لأسئلة قديمة مسكوت عنها ومحطوطة في موضع التابوهات، زي زنا المحارم. الفيلم من تأليف وإخراج أمير رمسيس حظر تجول وزنا المحارم المسكوت عنه في حوار مع اليوم السابع قالت إلهام شاهين عن فيلم حظر تجول: &#8220;كنت خايفة من الفيلم والإعلان عن قضيته ولكن نتمنى أن...
- [The first Google Cook-Off in MENA will take place this Sunday](https://www.el-shai.com/the-first-google-cook-off-in-mena/): To raise awareness about just how easy cooking at home can be, Google is hosting a cook-off in which three lifestyle influencers from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. They will have to make a dish from their competitor’s country using nothing but a basket of mystery ingredients and Google Search. The Livestream will take place Sunday, December 13 at 8 pm Dubai time on the host’s YouTube channel, Basil Al-Haj. The competitors are Abeer Sinder from Saudi Arabia, Sherif Fayed from Egypt, and Ghaith Marwan from Syria. Sherif is known for his travelling, Abeer is a beauty and skincare influencer,...
- [حوار مع سارة الشاذلي: مخرجة الفيلم القصير إيزابيل المشارك في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d8%b0%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%b5/): المخرجة المصرية سارة الشاذلي بتشارك في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي في دورته الـ42 بعرض عالمي أول لفيلمها الروائي القصير إيزابيل، من خلال مسابقة سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة، كمان أطلقت البوستر الرسمي للفيلم مع مقدمته الدعائية استعداداً منها للمشاركة في المهرجان.
- [2020 Year in Review and Top Pop Culture Moments](https://www.el-shai.com/2020-year-in-review-and-top-pop-culture-moments/): 2020 will forever be known as the year that changed us all. While we’re excited to close the chapter on 2020 and head into 2021, we want to share some of the ways people used our products to make this year feel a little less lonely, and a bit more meaningful. No matter where in the world you live, the shared experiences of 2020 brought us together, even while we were apart — and we hope our Year in Review will give you a glimpse into some of those moments. Our top important moments of 2020 are sorted into six themes...
- [أمير المصري ينافس أنتوني هوبكنز على جائرة أفضل ممثل في BIFA](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%81%d8%b3-%d8%a3%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%86%d9%8a-%d9%87%d9%88%d8%a8%d9%83%d9%86%d8%b2-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%ac%d8%a7/): ختارت منظمة جوائز السينما المستقلة البريطانية (BIFA) النجم أمير المصري في القائمة القصيرة لجائزة أفضل ممثل عن فيلم Limbo وذلك بعد الأداء الاستثنائي الذي قدمه في الفيلم، ليتنافس على الجائزة مع النجم المخضرم أنتوني هوبكنز، والنجوم كوزمو جارفيس، سوبيه دريسيو، ريز أحمد، النجاح الذي لاقاه الفيلم دفعه للمشاركة العديد من المهرجانات السينمائية الدولية مثل مهرجان كان السينمائي، مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، بجانب حصوله على جائزة لجنة تحكيم الشباب من مهرجان سان سباستيان السينمائي. للإطلاع علي أسماء المرشحين للجائزة اضغط هنا. ويتزامين ذلك مع العرض العربي الأول لفيلم LIMBO في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي اليوم الساعة 6 مساء في المسرح الكبير حيث ينافس في المسابقة الدولية بالمهرجان. ويعتبر ذلك الترشيح امتدادًا لسطوع موهبة النجم بالمملكة المتحدة والشرق والأوسط، حيث اختارته مؤخرًا قائمة  بافتا (الأكاديمية البريطانية لفنون السينما والتليفزيون) ضمن أفضل المواهب الصاعدة لعام 2020، ليصبح أمير المصري أول نجم من أصول مصرية ينضم إلى هذه القائمة...
- [حاجات غريبة شايفينها بتحصل في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي بعد اتهام المخرج مغتصب](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d8%af-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%a5%d8%aa%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%85/): أجواء من التوتر الشديد سادت علي دار الأوبرا المصرية النهاردة خلال تغطية فريق El-shai.com للسجادة الحمراء الخاصة بعرض فيلم &#8220;عنها&#8221;. اتوقف فريق التغطية واتمنع من دخول منطقة تغطية الفيلم مع معظم الميديا اللي كانت حاضرة. عرفنا بعد كدا أن معظم الميديا ممنوعة من دخول أي مكان ممكن يتواصلوا فيه مع الممثلين وده لأن في واحدة علي السوشيال ميديا طلعت بإتهام أن مخرج الفيلم إ.ع كان بيتحرش بيها خلال تصوير الفيلم. وفيلم &#8220;عنها&#8221; اللي بيتم عرضه النهاردة، يوم 8 ديسمبر 2020، في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي هو فيلم يصنف كفيلم نسوي بيدافع عن المرأة ككيان مستقل في مجتمع بيفرض عليها كل آليات السيطرة...
- [أمير المصري: من أدوار الشباب في الأفلام المصرية إلى قائمة بافتا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%a3%d8%af%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%a8-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%81%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85/): أمير المصري موهبة مميزة بتفرض نفسها على ساحة الفن والسينما، فعلى الرغم من سنه الصغير إلا إنه عرف يشارك في مجموعة من الأفلام المهمة والعالمية ويعمل Profile كويس لنفسه. ودليل على كدة إنه بينافس في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي في دورته الـ42 بفيلمه العالمي الجديد Limbo اللي من المقرر عرضه يوم 9 ديسمبر، واللي كان جزء من الاختيار الرسمي في مهرجان كان السينمائي في بداية 2020 وفاز بجائزة لجنة تحكيم الشباب TCM Youth Jury Award في مهرجان سان سيباستيان. ومش بس كدة ده كمان تم اختياره ضمن قائمة بافتا البريطانية للمواهب الصاعدة BAFTA Breakthrough وهي جوائز تقام سنوياً من قبل الأكاديمية...
- [2020 on Twitter: #ThisHappened in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/2020-on-twitter-thishappened-in-egypt/): At the end of each year, Twitter highlights the key conversations that took place on the platform throughout the year. In 2020, Twitter revealed that football-related topics were among the most popular conversations on the platform in Egypt. Here are some of the top football hashtags and Tweets from throughout the year: This years most Tweeted football club hashtags in Egypt were الزمالك# (Zamalek Sporting Club), followed by الاهلي# (Al Ahly Sporting Club). The most Tweeted footballer related hashtags: طارق_حامد_ملك_افريقيا# (Zamalek’s Tarek Hamed is Africa’s king) ادعم_الزمالك_ادعم_ساسي# (Support Zamalek, support Ferjani Sassi) شيكا_ابو_الاهلاويه # (Shikabala is better than Al Al Ahly)...
- [ملتقى القاهرة السينمائي يعلن عن مشروعات الأفلام الفائزة بجوائز النسخة السابعة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%84%d8%aa%d9%82%d9%89-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a-%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b9/): اختتمت مساء اليوم فعاليات أيام القاهرة لصناعة السينما بتوزيع جوائز النسخة السابعة من ملتقى القاهرة السينمائي، ضمن فعاليات الدورة 42 لمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي. حصل مشروع &#8220;أسطورة زينب ونوح&#8221; إخراج يسري نصر الله من مصر، على جائزة قدرها 10 آلاف دولار مقدمة من لاجوني فيلم برودكشن، كما حصل أيضا على سلفة توزيع بقيمة 30 ألف دولار مقدمة من ماد سوليوشن وإرجو، وحصل الفيلم نفسه على جائزة قدرها 10 آلاف دولار مقدمة من سباركل ميديا، كما توفر له &#8220;ذا سيل&#8221; خدمات التلوين، بالإضافة إلى اشتراك مجاني لمدة سنة في تطبيق Clakett PRO مقدمة من كلاكيت. وحصل مشروع &#8221; تمنتاشر&#8221; إخراج سامح علاء...
- [ريهام سعيد ودموع التعالب: ازاي تستاهل كراهية الناس في 5 خطوات](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%b3%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%88%d8%af%d9%85%d9%88%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%84-%d9%83/): ريهام سعيد، هي مذيعة ومقدمة برامج مصرية. دخلت مجال الإعلام في سنة 2003 علي قناة المحور من خلال برنامج صبايا، واللي كان بيجيب قضايا إنسانية محتاجة مساعدات. الحلقة كانت بتسضيف الحالة وبتعرض ظروفها وتطلب المساعدة من المشاهدين في شكل تبرعات علشان تعمل عمليات أو تفك أزمات المحتاجين للدعم. النوعية دي من الميديا كانت جديدة علي الساحة المصرية ومكانش لسه تريند التسول بتاع إعلانات رمضان الحالي بقي حاجة. ريهام سعيد ولعبة مضمونة النجاح! المصريين ارتبطوا بالبرنامج وتواصلوا معاه من خلال النزعة الإنسانية اللي خلته نجح جداً لأنه كان بيلعب علي وتر المشاعر الإنسانية وبيحسس الناس بالخير في العالم. واللي كانت معادلة شاطرة...
- [Amir Ramses's Movie Curfew Premieres at Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-ramsess-movie-curfew-premieres-at-ciff/): Curfew witnesses the first collaboration between director Amir Ramses and Palestinian star Kamel El Basha, winner of La Biennale’s Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the 74th Venice International Film Festival for his role in The Insult.  This is also the first time Ramses works with renowned Egyptian actress Elham Chahine, whose latest film A Day for Women competed at several regional and international film festivals and won over 23 awards. Set in Fall 2013, Curfew follows the story of Faten, who was released from prison after serving two decades due to committing a horrible crime. The curfew declared during that time forces Faten to spend one...
- [إفتتاح مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي 2020 في دورته الـ 42 وفعاليات جديدة ومختلفة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d9%81%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a-2020-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%af/): النهاردة يوم إفتتاح مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي ومنتظرين فعالياته العريقة في دورته الـ 42 واللي بتتعرض فيه مجموعة كبيرة من الأفلام من أفضل الإنتاجات العالمية. كمان منتظرين ظهور النجوم علشان نشوف طلاتهم في مهرجان الموضة اللي بيعرضلنا أحسن إنتاجات الفاشيون في العالم. مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي في دورته الـ 42 كان عُقد مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، في الثانية عشر من ظهر يوم الاثنين الموافق 16 نوفمبر الجاري، مؤتمرًا صحفيًا للإعلان عن تفاصيل الدورة 42، واللي بتقام خلال الفترة من 2 إلى 10 ديسمبر الجاي، وده بحضور محمد حفظي رئيس المهرجان، وعمر قاسم المدير التنفيذي، وعلياء زكي مدير أيام القاهرة لصناعة السينما، وميريام...
- [وزير التعليم ينادي بضرورة قبول العابرين جنسياً: مين دول وأيه حكايتهم؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%88%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%ac%d9%86%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%8b/): بعد ما انتشرت علي السوشيال ميديا وبعض المجلات أخبار عن واحدة اسمها فريدة محمد رمضان، بتقول انها &#8220;عابرة جنسياً&#8221; اتولدت وعاشت كذكر لحد ما اتعينت كمدرس في وزارة التربية والتعليم ومن هنا بدأت رحلة العبور من كونها ذكر لأنثي، وعلشان التغيب الكتير بسبب عمليات العبور الجنسي اللي كانت بتخضعلها، اتفصلت من وظيفتها ومعادش عندها شغل علشان تصرف علي نفسها. مين هي فريدة رمضان؟ فريدة هي امرأة عابرة جنسياً في الخمسين من العمر. قضت عشرات السنين ما بين جلسات الدكاترة في إختبارات نفسية ومسحات علي المخ وتحاليل دم علشان تاخد التقارير اللي تثبت إنها امرأة عابرة جنسياً وتعمل عملية العبور الجنسي اللي...
- [Ola Roshdy Spills the Tea on Season 2 of Weghet Mazar with Essad Younis](https://www.el-shai.com/ola-roshdy-eason-2-of-weghet-mazar-essad-younis/): The superstar Ola Roshdy, along with her family, star Ahmed Daoud and her children, was the guest on Sahebet el Saada with the Esaad Younes on the DMC channel. During the episode, Esaad Younes confirmed that Ola Roshdy decided to share the experience of motherhood with the audience differently, with the idea of ​​the “Weghet Mazar” program. Ola Roshdy stated that she is preparing to present her program’s second season, Wajhat Mazhar, which will differ from the first part. Roshdy confirmed that as she shared her problems with her fans this season, she will be inviting other celebrities to share their...
- [Facebook will restore news pages in Australia](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-will-restore-news-pages-in-australia/): After a controversial ban of news pages on Facebook in Australia earlier this week, it seems like the tech giants and the Australian government finally reached a deal. On Wednesday, the social networking company said that people and publishers in Australia would no longer be able to share or see any news from local or international outlets.&nbsp; The decision appears to be the most restrictive move Facebook has ever taken against content publishers. The company&#8217;s action comes after months of tension with the Australian government, which has proposed legislation requiring tech platforms to pay news publishers for content. &#8220;What the proposed...
- [Spotify to launch in 85 new markets, reach more than a billion listeners](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-launch-85-new-market-billion-listeners/): Spotify said on Monday it would nearly double its market presence by launching in 85 new markets in the next few days, making the music streaming service available to more than a billion people around the world. The company&#8217;s shares, which were down in early trading, reversed course to rise as much as 6% to a record high. The Swedish company, which started its service more than a decade ago, is currently available in 93 countries and has 345 million monthly active users. While Spotify is the music streaming leader, an entry in new countries across Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin...
- [Audio Brings New Dimension to the DC Universe](https://www.el-shai.com/audio-brings-new-dimension-to-the-dc-universe/): In 2020, Spotify announced a multiyear agreement with Warner Bros. and DC for a slate of narrative-scripted podcasts that explore the stories of your favourite superheroes and supervillains.  The partnership—the first to involve the entire DC Universe’s intellectual property —will leverage iconic characters in new Spotify shows.&nbsp; Additionally, the companies are expected to draw upon Warner Bros. Studio’s broader collection of timeless titles as stand-alone podcast series.&nbsp; This collaborative and innovative effort will further increase the diverse array of premium storytelling content for Spotify listeners worldwide. Warner Bros. Digital Networks (WBDN) will manage the business and strategy related to the partnership....
- [5 Amazing Things You NEED to Know About the New Spotify HiFi](https://www.el-shai.com/5-thing-to-know-about-spotify-hifi/): Beginning later this year,&nbsp;Premium&nbsp;subscribers in select markets will be able to upgrade their sound quality to&nbsp;Spotify HiFi&nbsp;and listen to their favorite songs the way artists intended.&nbsp; Read on for five things you need to know about our new high-quality music experience; Spotify HiFi: High-quality music streaming is consistently one of the most requested new features by Spotify users. Spotify HiFi&nbsp;will deliver music in CD-quality, lossless audio format to your device and&nbsp;Spotify Connect-enabled speakers, which means fans will be able to experience more depth and clarity while enjoying their favorite tracks. Ubiquity is at the core of everything we do at&nbsp;Spotify, and...
- [تنبيه من الخبراء: الوقاية من الإصابة بالتهاب الدماغ سبب إضافي لأخذ لقاح كوفيد-19](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b5%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d9%87%d8%a7%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%ba-%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7/): إن المرضى المصابين بفيروس الكورونا المستجد (كوفيد-19) عرضة لمجموعة من المضاعفات العصبية التي تشتمل على التهاب الدماغ. وبهذا الخصوص، قال الدكتور الدكتور مايكل توليـدانو، اختصاصي الأمراض العصبية بمشفى مايو كلينك: «أوردت التقارير ظهور حالات من مرض التهاب الدماغ عند المرضى المصابين بفيروس كوفيد-19، وذلك بالرغم من كونه إحدى المضاعفات النادرة نسبيًا المرتبطة بالفيروس». وفي حالات التهاب الدماغ الناجم عن الأمراض السارية التي تم إحداث لقاح خاص بها، يعد التطعيم الطريقة الأفضل لمنع الاصابة بها. وأضاف الدكتور توليدانو: «يمكن اليوم منع الإصابة بفيروس كوفيد-19 عن طريق التطعيم، وهذا أمر مهم ينبغي على عامة الجمهور إدراكه، ولا سيما أن أفضل طريقة لتفادي المضاعفات...
- [Encephalitis prevention another reason to receive COVID-19 vaccine](https://www.el-shai.com/encephalitis-prevention-receive-covid-19-vaccine/): Patients with COVID-19 are at risk for neurologic complications, including encephalitis, or inflammation of the brain. &#8220;Encephalitis cases have been reported in patients with COVID-19, although on the whole it appears to be a relatively rare complication,&#8221; says Michel Toledano, M.D., a Mayo Clinic neurologist. In the case of encephalitis caused by communicable diseases for which there is a vaccine available, getting vaccinated is the best way of preventing the disease. &#8220;It is important for the public to know that COVID-19 is now a vaccine-preventable disease. The best way to avoid developing potential neurologic complications from COVID-19 is to not get...
- [عملية  تحويل قط ذكر لأنثى في كفر الشيخ لإنقاذ حياته ودي مش أول مرة تحصل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%85%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d9%88%d9%8a%d9%84-%d9%82%d8%b7-%d8%b0%d9%83%d8%b1-%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%86%d8%ab%d9%89/): عملية جراحية تمت، في المستشفي البيطري بكفر الشيخ، ل تحويل قط من ذكر لأنثي، بعد ما عاني القط المسكين من إنسداد في مجري البول بسبب عدوي بكتيرية تسببت في تكون حصوات. بعد عمل سونار للقط وتحليل عينة من البول تبين أن مستوي الكرياتين في دمه زاد لعشر أضعاف المستوي الطبيعي، واللي كان خطر جداً علي حياته وهيسبب مشاكل خطيرة جداً في الكلي. تفاصيل عملية عبور جنسي لقط في كفر الشيخ بعد عملية جراحية استمرت ساعتين تحت التخدير الكلي قدر الفريق الطبي في المستشفي من إزالة العدوي البكتيرية مع أنسجة الجهاز التناسلي الكامل للقط الذكر، وتم بعدها تحويل مجري البول وتكوين قطاع...
- [Issam Alnajjar: Who is this Young Jordanian Artist Taking Over Global Charts on Spotify?](https://www.el-shai.com/issam-alnajjar-jordanian-artist-spotify/): Young Jordanian singer and songwriter, Issam Alnajjar, has currently been proving more popular on Spotify than Grammy Award-winning, Diamond-certified artist The Weeknd. Will young artists take over the music scene in the future with viral hits? We have a lot of reasons to believe so. The evidently promising musician who is based in Amman uploaded “Hadal Ahebek,” one of two original songs by Alnajjar, during September 2020. The hit peaked at number one on Spotify&#8217;s Viral 50 Chart globally and in Egypt, which emphasizes the impact of the track on music fans internationally and locally. Alnajjar became popular on entertainment platforms...
- [Petition: It's Time to End FGM in Egypt Once and For all](https://www.el-shai.com/petition-time-to-end-fgm-in-egypt-once-and-for-all/): Female Genital Mutilation, (FGM), basically means partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or another injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. The World Health Organization, (WHO), has strongly urged health care providers NOT to perform FGM. All for the simple reason: Performed by a doctor or not, FGM is still a crime! Unfortunately, most FGM in Egypt procedures are performed by doctors&#8217; or healthcare providers&#8217; hands. This happens even though medical schools&#8217; courses don&#8217;t include any information on FGM in Egypt.  It has been known that most medical sectors shed some &#8220;scientific&#8221; light on FGM, which makes...
- [Skechers Donates Over $6 Million to Save Dogs and Cats](https://www.el-shai.com/skechers-donates-6-million-save-dogs-and-cats/): Skechers has reached an important milestone in its commitment to animal welfare by contributing more than $6.2 million to date to help save and support more than one million shelter dogs and cats in the United States and Canada.&nbsp; Through sales of its BOBS from Skechers collection, the Company’s donations continue to provide crucial aid to animals in need.&nbsp; More than $2.7 million of these contributions have benefited thousands of animal organizations through the Petco Foundation. “From its inception, BOBS from Skechers was about giving back—first to children in need with new footwear, and then in 2015 to animals in need....
- [Noon Egypt are introducing smart lockers, but what are they?](https://www.el-shai.com/noon-egypt-smart-lockers-what-are-they/): A picture has been circulating on social media of a noon Egypt&#8217;s smart locker. The locker was found in one compound, but according to the post, it will be placed in several locations, including public malls. While many praised the idea of noon&#8217;s smart lockers, others were confused by it. We know we were! So we did some digging on what the whole ordeal is to know more about Smart lockers in general. First, you should know is that smart lockers save companies much money. According to&nbsp;bloq.it, smart lockers save up to 53% of the total delivery cost. Using smart lockers,...
- [Shocking News: Teenagers' Emotions and Feelings ARE Valid!](https://www.el-shai.com/teenagers-emotions-and-feelings-are-valid/): As an Egyptian teen, I&#8217;ve witnessed firsthand what it&#8217;s like to feel like your thoughts &#8211; negative, positive, or self-destructive even &#8211; are not as important or relevant as &#8220;adults&#8217; feelings and thoughts&#8221;.&nbsp; This is because it has been known and normalised that teenagers&#8217; thoughts, emotions, and attitudes are not valid.&nbsp; By &#8220;not valid&#8221; I mean not taken seriously or believed. Most parents, especially Arabs, believe that their kids are just &#8220;growing up&#8221;.&nbsp; They think whatever they feel is just a phase that will pass like it&#8217;s nothing.&nbsp; Newsflash for you: Teenager&#8217;s current emotions and thoughts are not a phase! Let&#8217;s...
- [Berlinale 2021 to Screen Three Egyptian Movies!](https://www.el-shai.com/berlinale-2021-to-screen-three-egyptian-movies/): The 71st Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale 2021) announced the final participants at the upcoming festival’s edition including three Egyptian films “Souad”, “As I Want” and “Seven Years Around the Nile Delta.” Directed by Ayten Amin, “Souad” will be premiered at the festival’s Panorama selections. The film follows two teenage sisters who live in a Delta city in Egypt, starring including Bassant Ahmed, Basmala Elghaiesh, and Hussein Ghanem. The film sheds light on the differences between humans’ identity in real life and social media through its main character, Souad. Souad is a 19 years old girl whose identity is shattered between...
- [5 Reasons Grades Aren't Worth You Stressing Out](https://www.el-shai.com/5-reasons-grades-arent-worth-you-stressing-out/): The grading system sucks. I said it, and I meant it. Okay, not in all places, but the majority still sucks. The educational phase in our lives is enjoyable and entertaining, regardless of what you are studying. If you love it, you are going to enjoy it.&nbsp; However, it has been made less of an informative process, and more of a dull and stressful phase of us busting our butts for the almighty &#8220;A&#8221;.&nbsp; Sadly, many young people, especially teens, have been taught by their parents that the grade is all that matters in the end.&nbsp; Not the stress you went...
- [Egyptian Senator Rasha Kelej Named Among the Most Influential African Woman in the World](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-senator-rasha-kelej-influential-african/): Egyptian senator, Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and Member of Egyptian Senate (2020-2025)&nbsp;has been named one of the&nbsp;Most Influential African Women&nbsp;in the world for 2020 for the third time. Additionally, she is nominated this year as “African Woman of the Year 2020” by the New African Woman Magazine UK, and Most Influential African Woman 2020 by Avance Media, to advocate for women empowerment and healthcare capacity building especially during these challenging times of Coronavirus pandemic. Dr Kelej has been previously recognized as One of 100 Most Influential Africans 2019 by New African Magazine UK to create a historic campaign...
- [أول براند ملابس في مصر لأصحاب الاختلافات الجسدية - Adaptive Appeal](https://www.el-shai.com/adaptive-appeal-%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%af-%d9%85%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%b3-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1/): Adaptive Appeal هي أول براند ملابس في مصر لذوي الهمم، و كان وراها أشجان الأبحر و محمد وجدي اللي قرروا إنهم عايزين يعملوا حاجة تسهل حياه أصحاب الاختلافات الجسدية و تخليهم يقدروا يلبسوا حاجة شيك و شكلها حلو و كمان تكون مناسبة ليهم و يقدروا يلبسوها من غير ما يحتاجوا مساعدة. مش سهل إنك تقدم حاجة مختلفة ماتقدمتش قبل كدة، ف لما تبقى حاجة مختلفة و كمان بتفيد أصحاب الاختلافات الجسدية اللي مش واخدين الاهتمام اللي يستحقوه، مش متشافين كفاية و ماحدش حاسس بالمعاناه اللي بيعدوا بيها كل يوم.. هنا بقى أنت محتاج سقفة البراند ابتدت فعلياً في مارس 2020 ،...
- [علا رشدي: حبوا نفسكم في الفلانتين واستنوني في موسم جديد من وجهة مظر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7-%d8%b1%d8%b4%d8%af%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%88%d8%ac%d9%87%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b8%d8%b1/): نشرت النجمة علا رشدي على الصفحة الرسمية لبرنامج وجهة مظر فيديو بمناسبة عيد الحب وعلقت &#8221; ماتستنوش حد يخلي يومكم أحلى النهارده. حبوا نفسكم عشان تقدروا تحبوا كل حاجة حواليكم. لما بنحب نفسنا و بنهتم بيها بنقدر نوصل لكل اللي حوالينا قد أيه هم مهمين في حياتنا زي عيلتنا، أولادنا، أصحابنا، و حبايبنا&#8221; View this post on Instagram A post shared by Weghet Mazar (@weghetmazar) وأكدت أنها تحضر لموسم جديد من برنامجها الناجح وجهة مظر وستشارك من خلاله الجمهور طرق النجمات في تربية أولادهم ومعانتهم كأمهات التي لا تختلف عن ما تعانية كل الامهات بشكل عام وأنه حالياً في مرحلة المونتاج....
- [فيلم السرب: القصة الحقيقة للضربة الجوية ضد عناصر داعش](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%82%d9%8a%d9%82%d8%a9/): قامت شركة سينرجي المنتجة لفيلم السرب بنشر البرومو الرسمي، استعدادًا لطرحه في دور السينما الفترة القادمة. الفيلم من تأليف عمر عبد الحليم، واخراج احمد نادر، وبطولة أحمد السقا وهند صبري، ومنى زكي،ودياب، وكريم فهمي، واسر ياسين ومحمود عبد المغني وعمرو عبد الجليل. أعلن القائمون على فيلم السرب، أن الفيلم تدور أحداثه حول قصة حقيقة، فماذا تعرف عن موقعة السرب وما علاقة تنظيم داعش؟ بدأ الامر عندما اعلن تنظيم داعش في مجلته الالكترونية &#8220;دابق&#8221; اختطافه 21 مصري قبطي، وبعد حوالي ثلاث ايام قام التنظيم بنشر فيديو دموي يتم فيه ذبح هؤلاء الضحايا ، وفي الخلفية صوت &#8220;أيها الصليبيون، إنّ الأمان لكم أماني&#8221;...
- [Mona Zaki to Join L'Oréal Paris as their new official ambassador in the Middle East and North Africa](https://www.el-shai.com/mona-zaki-join-loreal-paris-official-ambassador/): L’Oréal Paris announced that superstar Mona Zaki would be joining the L’Oréal Paris family to become the new media face for the Middle East and North Africa region. Mona Zaki is considered one of the symbols of art in Egypt. Mona Zaki is the most prominent star of her generation, as she succeeded, through her work, in being a distinguished role model in the supremacy of women in the field of cinema. She has a long and successful journey as an Egyptian actress that began at the age of sixteen and participated in more than 60 work with major artists in...
- [كل اللي لازم تعرفه عن Very Nile اللي أنضم إليه كريم قاسم في وادي دجلة](https://www.el-shai.com/very-nile-%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%85-%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%85-%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%af%d9%8a-%d8%af%d8%ac%d9%84%d8%a9/): &#8221; ولادنا عايزينا نورثلهم علم و ثقافة و حضارة يعيشوا عليهم بقية حياتهم هما و أحفادهم، مش مخلفات بلاستيك الإزازة الواحدة فيهم مش هتتحلل غير بعد 450 سنة.. ياريت نفكر فيهم و في الورث اللي عايزين نسيبهولهم مش التلوث اللي هنسيبهم متحاوطين بيه &#8220; Very Nile هى أول مبادرة للتنمية المُستدامة، بمعنى تنضيف النيل من المخلفات اللي بتكون موجودة فيه مع التوعية بأهمية حماية البيئة و الحفاظ عليها. ‏Very Nile كمان دمجوا ما بين التأثير الاجتماعي و التأثير البيئي، و طوروا من الحلول الصديقة للبيئة عشان يزيلوا النفايات الغير عضوية من النهر. الفنان كريم قاسم كان بيشارك في الفاعلية اللي عملتها...
- [The Sounds of Love: Spotify Reveals Top Love Songs in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-reveals-egypt-top-love-songs/): It is no secret that listeners associate romantic thoughts and feelings with their favourite love songs. Music can connect people in a deep, personal way and you can learn a lot about a person based on what they are listening to.  So this Valentine’s Day, Spotify is sharing trends from its listeners in Egypt.  Some of the songs that are summing up Egypt’s love-themed anthems include “Bel Bont El3areed” aka “Tabtaba”, Sherine’s “حبه&nbsp;جنة”, Hassan Shakosh and Omar Kamal’s Mahragan duo “Bent El Geran” and GIMS’ collaboration with Mohamed Ramadan “Ya Habibi”. Check out the full list below. Top songs added to...
- [Qeid Maghool: First Syrian drama to screen on a Digital Platform Featuring Bassel Khaiat](https://www.el-shai.com/qeid-maghool-syrian-drama-bassel-khaiat/): Bassel Khaiat has posted the official trailer for his new series Qeid Maghool (Anonymous) on his official Instagram page. Slated to premiere on OSN soon, the series marks the first Syrian drama to screen on a digital platform. The trailer of Qeid Maghool features Bassel Khaiat as a womanizer, whose affairs raise a lot of questions and ignite police suspicion during criminal investigations. Anonymous is an 8-episode thriller drama that features a number of Syrian TV stars alongside Bassel Khaiat, including Abdel Moneim Amiry, Ehab Shaaban and Nazli Rawas. Directed by Al Sadeer Massoud, the series is written by Mohammad Abou...
- [Simone De Beauvoir of the Arabs: Who is Loujain Al Hathloul?](https://www.el-shai.com/simone-de-beauvoir-arabs-who-loujain-al-hathloul/): The 31-Year-old Woman who stood against the driving ban and male guardianship law in Saudi Arabia; Loujain Al Hathloul comes from a progressive family that believe in women’s rights and freedom. Loujain Al Hathloul is a well-educated woman who fought against the patriarchal system. Given her dedication to the Women’s right cause, Al Hathloul was nominated twice for the noble prize in 2019 and 2020. Similarly, she was ranked third in the list of the top 100 most powerful women in 2015. Loujain Al Hathloul Women’s right activism: 2014-2017&nbsp; To rebel against the drive ban law, she drove her car and...
- [Top 7 Shawerma Places in Cairo Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/top-7-shawerma-places-in-cairo-egypt/): When you&#8217;re hungry and want to feel stuffed, you go for Shawerma. When you&#8217;re feeling down and you want to feel better, you order Shawerma. When you don&#8217;t know what to eat, you know the drill&#8230; We&#8217;re hungry, and we established by now that all roads lead to this majestic roll, so we will let you know about the best shawerma places in Cairo.
- [الآنسة فرح تستعرض 15 لحظة ستعيشها أي أم في البداية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a2%d9%86%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%ad-%d8%aa%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-15-%d9%84%d8%ad%d8%b8%d8%a9-%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%b4%d9%87%d8%a7-%d8%a3%d9%8a-%d8%a3%d9%85/): عاشت الآنسة فرح لحظات هتمر بيها أي أم بعد الولادة مباشرةً، ما بين العياط وأول مرة ياكل، والحاجات اللي بتراقبيها بالتفاصيل وتسجليها في النوت بوك عشان تفضلي فكراها طول عمرك. وفي الفيديو ده جمعنالكم أكتر 15 لحظة لازم تكوني عديتي عليهم كأم في أول أسابيع الولادة. 15 لحظة لازم أي أم جديدة تعيشها مع البيبي 👶 دي كانت لحظات فرح مع فريد وكل اللي حواليها#الآنسة_فرح2#أم_فريد Posted by S Productions on&nbsp;Friday, February 12, 2021 وتغيرت حياة فرح 180 درجة بعد الولادة، خاصةً مع حيرتها في الاختيار ما بين شادي وهدان (أبو الولد) وبين طارق حبيبها الأول وأكتر واحد فاهمها، ده غير طبعًا...
- [Pokémon Celebrates 25th Anniversary through a Virtual Music Concert With Post Malone](https://www.el-shai.com/pokemon-celebrates-25th-anniversary-post-malone/): Pokémon unveiled plans today for a virtual music concert celebrating its 25th anniversary. The pop-culture brand broke the news with help from headliner and Pokémon fan Post Malone in a 30-seconds ad. Taking place on Saturday, February 27—better known as Pokémon Day—the event will be an online party not just for Pokémon fans, but for all music fans around the world. It will also serve as the launch activation for the franchise’s yearlong P25 Music program. The Pokémon Company International has teamed up with Universal Music Group to bring this concert and more music surprises to life throughout 2021 as part of P25 Music. P25 Music is a...
- [Michelle Obama & Jenifer Garner Starring In The Newest Family And Kids Shows On Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/michelle-obama-jenifer-garner-family-shows-netflix/): Netflix will bring new exciting titles for kids and families to binge on during March. The upcoming titles are expected to give families and members a chance to gather up and watch entertaining content together. On the 12th of March, Jenifer Garner and Édgar Ramírez will take the members through a very exciting adventure around Los Angeles, where they decide to give their three kids 24 hours to make the rules. Netflix revealed their latest projects featuring Michelle Obama in Waffles &amp; Mochi series, the show will bring an exciting experience for kids and grown-ups traveling to kitchens, restaurants, farms and...
- [Oxford Business Group and Altibbi MENA team up for new Covid-19 Response Report](https://www.el-shai.com/oxford-business-group-altibb-covid-19-response/): A new Covid Response Report (CRR), produced by Oxford Business Group (OBG) in partnership with the digital health platform Altibbi, explores the rapid development and uptake of medical and health technology across four MENA markets in 2020 while considering the major part that further innovation will play in driving economic recovery in the region.  The CRR provides in-depth analysis of how Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the UAE&nbsp;responded to the pandemic in an easy-to-navigate and accessible format, focusing on key data and infographics relating to the technological advances in the health care system of each country against the broader socio-economic landscape....
- [Crash Bandicoot To Celebrate 25th Anniversary with New Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X & PC Versions](https://www.el-shai.com/crash-bandicoot-gen-consoles-switch-pc-in-2021/): 80s, and 90s Kids, rejoice! Crash Bandicoot is coming back strong while celebrating his 25th Birthday! He’s made you spin, jump and wump for 25 years, and this year, our beloved orange marsupial is celebrating in style.&nbsp; To kick off his silver anniversary, on March 12, the true sequel to the classic Crash Bandicoot trilogy from the ’90s and the first original entry in the Crash franchise in more than 10 years,&nbsp;Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It’s About Time&nbsp;will launch on PlayStation® 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch™.&nbsp; Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time&nbsp;will also launch on PC via Battle.net later this...
- [Serena Williams Jewelry to be Supporting Black small-business owners throughout February](https://www.el-shai.com/serena-williams-jewelry-opportunity-fund/): Tennis icon, fashion and jewelry designer Serena Williams is extending her support of Opportunity Fund through Serena Williams Jewelry. A portion of proceeds from&nbsp;Serena Williams Jewelry&nbsp;will benefit Opportunity Fund’s Small Business Relief Fund, directly supporting Black small-business owners throughout February. Opportunity Fund is the nation’s leading nonprofit organisation supporting diverse, resilient entrepreneurs through these challenging times.&nbsp; From financial assistance to expert advice, its Small Business Relief Fund provides critical relief to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 crisis — especially those run by women, people of colour and immigrants. Since 1994, Opportunity Fund has deployed more than $1 billion and helped thousands of entrepreneurs...
- [الآنسة فرح وطارق .. وحاجات بيعملها عشان يفضل قريب منها](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a2%d9%86%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%ad-%d9%88%d8%b7%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%82-%d9%88%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%85%d9%84%d9%87%d8%a7-%d8%b9%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%86/): عد 3 حلقات من مسلسل الآنسة فرح، اكتشفنا إن طارق (محمد كيلاني) لسه بيحب فرح، ولسه عنده أمل إنها ترجعله، لإنه أكتر شخص عارفها بدأ يعمل الحاجات اللي هو عارف كويس جدًا إنها مناسبة معاها، خاصةً بعد ما خلفت فريد وبدأت تقلق عشانه. أولًا: بدأ يكون معاها خطوة بخطوة عشان يحميها من عاصي الغول، وده بعد ما اتخطف فريد لأول مرة بعد ولادته بـ 9 دقايق. ثانيًا: رجع تاني يحس بيها، وقالها إنه عارف ومتأكد إنها مش بتحب شادي، ده غير إنه عبّر لها عن حبه، وهي كمان عبّرت. ثالثًا: بيطمنها على نفسه وعلى فريد جدًا، وده ظهر لما جاب لها...
- [Waffles + Mochi: Michelle Obama Announces Family Series on Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/waffles-mochi-michelle-obama-netflix/): Michelle Obama announced that she’d debut a new Netflix kids’ show called Waffles + Mochi.  The 10-episodes show will premier on March 16th, 2021, globally. The show will combine live-action with puppets, and centres around the two friends who leave the Land of Frozen Food for a job in a “whimsical supermarket” where they’ll embark upon the “the culinary adventure of a lifetime.”&nbsp; According to Netflix, the Synopsis is as follows: Once upon a thyme, deep in The Land of Frozen Food, lived two best friends named Waffles and Mochi with one shared dream: to become chefs!&nbsp; The only problem? Everything they...
- [Viu hits 45 million MAU, and 5.3 million paid subscribers](https://www.el-shai.com/viu-hits-45-million-mau-paid-subscribers/): Viu, PCCW&#8217;s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, is pleased to announce key milestones today. In addition to achieving 45 million MAU (monthly active users)* and 5.3 million paid subscribers*, Viu is No.1 in terms of number of users and ranked second in both paid subscribers and streaming minutes amongst major video streaming platforms in Southeast Asia, according to the latest Media Partners Asia (MPA) AMPD report**. Paid subscribers grew 47 per cent year-on-year in 2020. Viu has seen high monetisation growth with overall revenue up 30% with subscription revenue as the key driver, which increased by 62 per cent year-on-year....
- [Safer Internet Day: Facebook to Launch Various initiatives to promote a safer internet](https://www.el-shai.com/safer-internet-day-facebook-safer-internet/): To mark Safer Internet Day 2021, Facebook today announced a series of local initiatives and efforts across the MENA region to promote a safer internet for all users. In partnership with Jordan Open Source Association (JOSA), a non-profit organization that works for the promotion and implementation of the open-source principles in Jordan, Facebook is producing a Digital Safety Guide and a Digital Safety Toolkit that can be utilized by users to better control unwanted, offensive or hurtful experiences on Facebook. The rise of the Covid19 pandemic has increased the use of technology, especially amongst young people, so never has time been...
- [Safer Internet Day: How can Arabs stay safe online, according to Google](https://www.el-shai.com/safer-internet-day-google/): To mark Safer Internet Day, Google called on internet users across the Middle East and North Africa to take simple steps to stay safe online and to safeguard their data and privacy. As part of the one-week “#SaferArabicInternet” campaign, Google is inviting people to take its Privacy Checkup, a feature that helps people manage their privacy settings across a range of Google products and to also invite four family members or friends to do the same for a safer Arabic web for all. To help parents across the Arab world equip their children with tools to have a safer online experience during...
- [Amir Ramses and Elham Shaheen receive the Arab Media Award for the movie Curfew](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-ramses-elham-shaheen-arab-media-award-curfew/): Director Amir Ramses and actress Elham Shaheen received the Arab Media Award 2020 for the movie Curfew. The Arab Media Award is based on votes by 100 journalists and critics from Egypt and the Arab world who voted for the best of 2020. While the ceremony of the second edition of the Arab Media Award was cancelled due to Covid-19, organisers insisted to still hand out awards for the winners. Produced by Red Star Productions,&nbsp;Curfew&nbsp;witnesses the first collaboration between director&nbsp;Amir Ramses&nbsp;and renowned Egyptian actress&nbsp;Elham Shahine, whose latest film&nbsp;A Day for Women&nbsp;competed at several regional and international film festivals and won over...
- [Google celebrates the 90th birthday of the beloved star Shadia](https://www.el-shai.com/google-celebrates-the-90th-birthday-shadia/): Born Fatma Ahmed Kamal Shaker, Shadia was an iconic actresses and singers in Egypt and the middle east region and symbolises Egyptian cinema&#8217;s golden age. She is known of her many patriotic songs. Shadia was famous for her roles in light comedies and drama in the 1950s and 1960s.&nbsp; She left our world on November 28, 2017, but she left us with several films that have immortalised her name in Egyptian cinema. &nbsp;Her first appearance in a film was in&nbsp;&#8220;Azhar wa Ashwak&#8221;&nbsp;(Flowers and Thorns), and her last movie was&nbsp;&#8220;La Tas&#8217;alni Man Ana&#8221;&nbsp;(Don&#8217;t Ask Me Who I Am). However, her breakthrough leading...
- [الأنسة حنفي : كنت تعرف ان الفيلم مستوحي من قصة حقيقية؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%86%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d8%ad%d9%86%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%83%d9%86%d8%aa-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81-%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%ad%d9%8a/): فيلم الأنسة حنفي يعتبر واحد من الأيقونات الفنية المهمة ومن أفضل 100 فيلم في السينما المصرية. إلي جانب الكوميديا الكلاسيكية والإيفيهات الخالدة والشخصيات اللي هتفضل عايشة علي طول، الفيلم بيناقش قضية، كانت في وقت صدور الفيلم، جديدة وجدلية جداً، وهي قضية العابرين جنسياً. إسماعيل يس كان عامل دور الست حلو أوي لحد ما الناس صدقته وحبت شخصية الست منه لدرجة أنه عمل الشخصية دي في افلام تاني كتير بعد كدا. علشان تفهم القصة الحقيقية اللي الفيلم مستوحي منها والفروقات ما بينها وبين قصة الفيلم، اقري مقالنا اللي بيشرح الفرق بين العبور وتصحيح الجنس في المقال ده، اضغط هنا. قصة فيلم الأنسة...
- [10 Affordable Sushi Places in Cairo Other Than Mori Sushi!](https://www.el-shai.com/10-affordable-sushi-places-other-than-mori-sushi/): Craving Sushi in the middle of the month or even at the end of it is really sad for your paycheck? Don&#8217;t worry, we got you 10 affordable Sushi places where you can eat Sushi whenever you want. And they are near you! Affordable Sushi near me in Cairo? Yes, please! Here are your next favourite Sushi places besides Mori Sushi #1 Arigato Sushi &amp; Grill Looking for authentic Sushi with good quality? Totally recommending Arigato Susi &amp; Grill. They have All You Can Eat offer which you can eat Sushi as much as you can with 250 egp. It&#8217;s really...
- [Nicolas Mouawad Prepares for his New Role in a New MBC 60-Episodes Series!](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-new-mbc-60-episodes-series/): Lebanese star Nicolas Mouawad is preparing to film his role in the series &#8220;Ala El Helw w Al Mora&#8221; during the coming period. Nicolas Mouawad will be joined by Dana Mardini, Pamela Alkak, Joe Tard, Carmen Lebbos, Salma Al Masry and Mohammad Kheir al-Jarrah. The series will have 60 episodes and produced by MBC. It is scheduled to be released in the autumn 2021 season. The romantic comedy series revolves Ryan, who arrives in Lebanon after five years in London to get married, but a surprise from the past appears that disrupts this marriage a lot. Nicolas recently returned from Australia,...
- [Social Media Icon and Fitness Advocate Jen Selter Stars as Face of GUESS Spring 2021 Activewear Campaign](https://www.el-shai.com/jen-selter-guess-spring-2021-activewear-campaign/): This Spring 2021, GUESS is proud to introduce social media icon, motivator and fitness advocate Jen Selter as the face of GUESS’s newest Activewear collection.&nbsp; Jen Selter is one of the most influential social media stars, fitness advocates and lifestyle experts. Jen Selter has brought together the next generation of young women by her commitment to uplifting her social media followers.&nbsp; Jen exemplifies to her community that dedicating energy and effort to their well-being should be embraced daily. Shot by fashion photographer Josh Ryan, the campaign was photographed in El Mirage Dry Lake, CA.&nbsp; Jen is accompanied in the campaign by...
- [أسوء الطرق للموت: 10 موتات نتمني ميحصلوش لأي حد](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%a1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%b1%d9%82-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88%d8%aa-10-%d9%85%d9%88%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%85%d9%86%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%b5%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b4/): تحذير: المقال ده ممكن يسبب صدمة نفسية أو حالة من الرعب للقراء ضعيفي القلب. كلنا في النهاية هنموت، والمحظوظين مننا بيموتوا عواجيز علي سريرهم ووسط الناس اللي بيحبوهم، لكن اللي حظهم أقل بيجربوا أفظع الطرق للموت. الموت عامل زي فنان سادي، عنده طرق كتير علشان ياخد ضحاياه، وعلشان البشر كائنات ذكية، هما نفسهم ساعدوا الموت يكتشف طرق أكثر فنية وترويعاً، سواء من خلال التعذيب أو تحضير الضحايا للموت بأكتر الطرق المرعبة والشنيعة. في المقال ده عملنا شوية أبحاث علشان نفهم أسوء الطرق للموت علي حسب كلام العلماء. 1 &#8211; الموت محروق من أسوء الطرق للموت الموت محروق مؤلم جداً طبعاً، بس...
- [Nooshi’s Nibbles: Homemade Cat and Dog Treats that are, According to my Pets, to DIE for!](https://www.el-shai.com/nooshis-nibbles-homemade-cats-and-dog-treats/): Whether you&#8217;re training your little dog, showing them love, or simply want to spoil them, giving your dog treats is the way to go! And because I have two spoiled brats, and 5 other spoiled cats (I know, judge me all you want), I decided to spoil them all with some homemade treats by Nooshi’s Nibbles. For transparency&#8217;s sake, we were sent free goodies by Nooshi&#8217;s Nibbles as a PR package for Chewie&#8217;s birthday, but we weren&#8217;t asked for a review or anything. And y&#8217;all might not know my dogs Chewie and Cookie, but their honest doggos and their reviews are...
- [Uno Live-Action? Yes, There's an Action Heist Movie Based on the Card Game happening](https://www.el-shai.com/uno-live-action/): Mattel, Inc. announced today that the company is developing UNO®, the number one game in the world*, into a live-action motion picture. Why? No one is sure yet. Mattel Films will produce the project alongside Grammy-nominated rapper Lil Yachty.&nbsp; In addition, Quality Control’s Kevin “Coach K” Lee, Pierre “P” Thomas and Brian Sher will produce for Quality Films.&nbsp; Marcy Kelly penned the screenplay for the action heist comedy set in Atlanta’s underground hip hop world.&nbsp; Robbie Brenner, executive producer, and Kevin McKeon, supervising producer, will lead Mattel Films’ project. “At Mattel Films, we are looking to explore stories that bring our...
- [Bassel Khaiat Is Back After a 3-year Break from Egyptian Drama!](https://www.el-shai.com/bassel-khaiat-is-back-3-year-break-egyptian-drama/): For the first time, the star Yousra and Syrian star Bassel Khaiat meet for a TV series. They are running the next Ramadan race through the series Civil War (temporary name), produced by Al-Adl Group, written by Ahmed Adel and directed by Sameh Abdel Aziz. Bassel Khaiat will begin filming his first scenes with work in one of the districts in Sixth of October City, after an absence of nearly three years from the Egyptian drama. Bassel Khaiat will be joined by Lebanese actress Cynthia Khalifeh as well, who will be making her first Egyptian appearance. It is noteworthy that the...
- [Cynthia Khalifeh: The Girl that's Taking Over Your TV screens this Ramadan!](https://www.el-shai.com/about-cynthia-khalifeh-this-ramadan/): After her success in the series “Nemira Etnain” on the “Watchit” platform, Lebanese actress Cynthia Khalifeh will participate in not one, but two Ramadan series. Not just that, but Cynthia Khalifeh will be alongside the legendary Yousra and Nelly Karim for her series. The first series “Civil War”, will be with Yousra will be a suspense series, directed by Sameh Abdel Aziz, written by Ahmed Adel co-produced by Synergy and Al-Adl Group. Nelly Karim’s series “Ded Al Kasr”, filming began last Tuesday with producer Gamal Al-Adl.  The series is directed by “Ahmed Khaled” and written by “Amr El-Daly” and a joint...
- [مين إنجي كيوان؟ و إيه حكايتها مع عمرو دياب؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a5%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%8a-%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%9f-%d9%88-%d8%a5%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%aa%d9%87%d8%a7-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%b1%d9%88-%d8%af%d9%8a/): من يومين كده السوشيال ميديا كانت مقلوبة على صور عمرو دياب مع إنجي كيوان وقالبين الموضوع ميمز وهزار كالعادة على أن عمرو دياب بيعرف يطلع من علاقات الحب بسرعة بما إنه لسه سايب دينا الشربيني وبعد إثارة الجدل بصورهم إيه علاقة عمرو دياب بإنجي كيوان؟ تسائل الناس وجمهور الهضبة بالأخص على الصور دي وعلى طبيعة العلاقة بينهم واتضح إنها موديل إعلان الهضبة الجديد عن العطر الخاص به والصور المتداولة دي هي لقطات من الإعلان الجديد اللي بيتصور في دبي والجدير بالذكر إن عمرو دياب بيستعد لتصوير إعلان عطره الجديد في 22 فبراير في حفل كبير على شاطئ ناموس بدبي والإعلان من...
- [الماسة تطرح البوستر الرسمي والاعلان الرسمي لـفيلم الانس والنمس لمحمد هنيدي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%b3-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d9%85%d8%b3/): كشف المنتج هشام عبد الخالق منتج فيلم الانس والنمس عن البوستر الرسمي للفيلم والمقرر طرحه قريبا بدور العرض السينمائي الفيلم بطولة : محمد هنيدي و منه شلبي و صابرين و عمرو عبد الجليل و بيومي فؤاد و عارفه عبد الرسول و محمود حافظ و دنيا ماهر وشريف دسوقي و سيناريو وحوار شريف عرفة &#8211; كريم حسن بشير وقصة واخراج شريف عرفه وتدور احداث الفيلم في إطار تشويقى بين الرعب والكوميديا وهو من انتاج اتحاد الفنانين للسينما والفيديو وايه اتش ميديا ويتولى التوزيع الداخلي اتحاد الفنانين للسينما والفيديو اماالتوزيع الخارجي لجميع انحاء العالم فهو لشركة ان ستارز ديجيتال
- [Oscar Nominee and Empire star Terrence Howard Joins Cast of "Beneath"](https://www.el-shai.com/oscar-nominee-empire-star-terrence-howard-beneath/): Cupsogue Pictures is pleased to announce that Academy Award-nominee Terrence Howard (&#8220;Iron Man,&#8221; &#8220;Crash&#8221;) has joined the cast of its upcoming sci-fi/thriller motion picture &#8220;Beneath.&#8221; Howard, who is most known for his role as Col. James Rhodey alongside Robert Downey Jr. in &#8220;Iron Man&#8221; (2008); as Cameron in Paul Haggis&#8217; &#8220;Crash&#8221; (2004); and most recently as Lucius Lyon in Lee Daniels&#8217; &#8220;Empire&#8221; (2015-2020), will star as the character &#8220;Paul&#8221; in the film, which is set to be directed by Gene Fallaize (&#8220;Cain Hill,&#8221; &#8220;Superman Requiem&#8221;). &#8220;Beneath&#8221; follows marine salvager Emily Weaver when she finally finds the wreckage of EastAir 675 after...
- [Tribes of Europa: a Sneak Peek at Netflix's New German post-apocalyptic teen show](https://www.el-shai.com/tribes-of-europa-all-about-netflix-trailer/): Ever since Dark, German shows on Netflix have been a global interest for many people. Recently, we got to see Barbarians, which received an overall positive reception from viewers and critics alike and scored a whopping 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.&nbsp; Now Netflix is back with a new German series, only this time its a post-apocalyptic teen show; &#8220;Tribes of Europa.&#8221; In&nbsp;TRIBES OF EUROPA, three siblings&#8217; adventures begin in a futuristic Europe that has gone through a mysterious catastrophe.&nbsp; A Thrilling and action-packed sci-fi adventure in Europe set in the year 2074 follows a mysterious global disaster arises, and war rages...
- [Mass Effect Legendary Edition: Relive the Award-Winning Space Opera](https://www.el-shai.com/mass-effect-legendary-edition-relive-the-award-winning-space-opera/): One person is all that stands between humanity and the greatest threat it’s ever faced. BioWare, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today revealed that the&nbsp;Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition&nbsp;will launch May 14 worldwide on PC via Origin and Steam, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One with forwarding compatibility on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.&nbsp; The Mass Effect Legendary Edition features the single-player base content and 40+ downloadable content (DLC) story, weapons and armour packs from Mass Effect, Mass Effect 2, and Mass Effect 3. It will allow players to relive Commander Shepard’s legend in 4K Ultra HD with HDR. “It’s been an incredible journey...
- [Blizzard® Entertainment’s Blizzcon for 2021 Goes Online for Everyone to Attend — BlizzConline](https://www.el-shai.com/blizzard-blizzcon-2021-goes-online-blizzconline/): The champions of Azeroth, the defenders of Sanctuary and the Koprulu Sector, and the heroes of Overwatch and the Nexus are invited to a virtual celebration of community, creativity, 30 years Blizzard gaming, and the epic adventures yet to come at BlizzConline. Coming February 19 and 20 to&nbsp;BlizzCon.com—and everyone can watch the full show completely FREE. BlizzConline is an all-digital community event and exhibition of Blizzard, offering players worldwide a chance to connect in the online world. Simultaneously, circumstances keep everyone from gathering in the real one. On two consecutive days and across six programming channels, Blizzard developers will be sharing...
- [Electronic Arts to Grow Its Global Football Player Base with Six In-Development Mobile Experiences and FIFA Online 4 Market Expansion](https://www.el-shai.com/electronic-arts-ea-sports-fifa-global-expansion/): Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced a multiyear UEFA license extension, ensuring the pinnacle of club football remains exclusive to EA SPORTS. EA is expanding football video game access through multiple in-development mobile offerings. By broadening the PC free-to-download FIFA Online 4 title&#8217;s reach to potentially 80 million players in more than 15 new countries. Additionally, the franchise will launch on Stadia for the first time when EA SPORTS FIFA 21 is available March 17 for Stadia. This expansion builds on the EA SPORTS FIFA franchise&#8217;s continued growth and success.&nbsp;EA SPORTS FIFA 21&nbsp;was the best-selling game in the United Kingdom in 2020.&nbsp; FIFA is continually...
- [Revealed: What was 2020 Best Body Exfoliation Tool?](https://www.el-shai.com/revealed-what-was-2020-best-body-exfoliation-tool/): A popular alternative to traditional body brushes found in spas, Saltability’s Himalayan Salt Cellulite Body Scrubber has been deemed Best Body Exfoliation Tool in this year’s 2020 Product Awards by Spa &amp; Wellness MexiCaribe. Saltability’s body scrubber previously received a 2020 Healing Lifestyles Earth Day Beauty Award for best exfoliation tool, recognized among the most beautiful, ethically produced indie beauty products. Made from 100% pure Himalayan salt, the hand-crafted Himalayan Salt Cellulite Body Scrubber provides gentle exfoliation to improve skin&#8217;s appearance. The Himalayan salt exfoliation tool imparts minerals and alkalinity as it exfoliates to provide skin with a more youthful and smoother look. Himalayan salt...
- [World Hijab Day: Lets Celebrate with 11 Hijabis Breaking all Stereotypes!](https://www.el-shai.com/world-hijab-day-lets-celebrate-with-11-hijabis-breaking-all-stereotypes/): February 1st is World Hijab Day; the annual day to celebrate and pride all Hijabis worldwide who choose to lead an empowering life without letting any stereotypes stop them! What is Hijab? Aside from all perspectives and arguments about the meaning and importance of Hijab; the word &#8220;Hijab&#8221; literally means &#8220;covering&#8221; in Arabic. Muslim women cover their hair/heads as part of the Islamic teachings, standards and requirements. Muslim women choose to wear the Hijab to not just demonstrate their hold on Islamic beliefs and God&#8217;s words but to dress modestly. The Hijab is beyond a veil or a headscarf; it demonstrates...
- [Gap Inc. Joins the 15 Percent Pledge and Commits to Increasing Pipeline Programs by 15 Percent](https://www.el-shai.com/gap-inc-joins-the-15-percent-pledge/): The 15 Percent Pledge and Gap Inc. announced today that Gap Inc. is the latest in a series of major companies to commit to using their financial power to create more equitable industries and profit structures. Gap Inc. will be working in lock-step with the Pledge to develop its own unique strategy for reaching the company’s commitments, with additional updates to come over the next few months. “Committing to the Pledge is not a band-aid solution — it requires a comprehensive re-evaluation of business as usual, and we are thrilled that Gap Inc. is partnering with us to drive racial equity across...
- [Alaa Arafa: The Egyptian Actor Who's on His Way to Become the Next Big Action Star!](https://www.el-shai.com/alaa-arafa-egyptian-actor-next-big-action-star/): There has been a rise of young actors in Egypt, and it&#8217;s nothing but refreshing. The diversity of the newer generation and the passion they all have for the art of acting is nothing but a delight. One actor that caught our eye recently is Alaa Arafa. Luckily, we got to chat with the young actor to know more about him. We first noticed Alaa Arafa in Segn El-Nessa, 2014, where he played Noha El-Amrosy&#8217;s rich spoiled drug addict son. We slightly hated him. He later appeared in Afrah AlQoba,&nbsp;Halawet El Donia,&nbsp;La Totfe&#8217; Al Shams,&nbsp;Ladina Aqwal Okhra, and many other series....
- [Spotify Charts in Egypt? Yes, please! Know All about Egypt's top 50!](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-charts-in-egypt-egypt-top-50/): Streaming your favourite artist’s new song the moment it comes out? Great. Seeing its trend at the top of the charts, knowing it is being enjoyed by fellow fans around the world? You are not alone. That is why Spotify is announcing the launch of Spotify Charts. The introduction of Spotify Charts will allow fans and artists alike to better share and enjoy pivotal music moments, as well as get a definitive snapshot of what music is having the most global and local impact. Spotify Charts is now available in-app on iOS &amp; Android across Egypt, Morocco, United Arab Emirates and Saudi...
- [Google Arts & Culture helps preserve Maslawi cultural landmarks using technology](https://www.el-shai.com/google-arts-culture-maslawi-cultural-landmarks/): Google Arts &amp; Culture announced today the launch of the “The Art &amp; Soul of Mosul” in collaboration with AlGhad radio. The online project helps preserve Maslawi heritage, including iconic landmarks that faced destruction such as the Noori Complex and the Lion of Mosul, The launch of the Art &amp; Soul of Mosul coincides with the second anniversary of the “Return to Mosul Exhibition” and is Google Arts &amp; Culture’s latest project showcasing and supporting the preservation of contemporary culture and ancient heritage of the Middle East. Using Google Arts &amp; Culture’s cutting-edge technology and in an effort to support the...
- [فيلم حظر تجول للمخرج أمير رمسيس يتصدر مؤشر البحث جوجل بعد عرضه لأول مرة على OSN](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ad%d8%b8%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%b3-%d9%8a%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%af%d8%b1-%d9%85/): تصدر فيلم حظر تجول للمخرج أمير رمسيس مؤشر البحث جوجل بعد عرضه الأول على شبكة OSN وعلى منصتها الخاصة كما سيعرض الفيلم في فلسطين لأول مرة في ختام مهرجان القدس للسينما العربية خارج المسابقة ٢٤ فبراير. فيلم &#8220;حظر تجول&#8221; بطولة إلهام شاهين، أمينة خليل، أحمد مجدي، محمود الليثي، والفلسطيني كامل الباشا، الحاصل على جائزة أفضل ممثل في الدورة الـ 74 من مهرجان فينيسا السينمائي الدولي عن فيلم قضية رقم 23، الفيلم تصوير عمر أبو دومة، تصميم أزياء ناهد نصرالله، موسيقى تصويرية تامر كروان، ومن تأليف وإخراج أمير رمسيس. وإنتاج ريد ستار واس برودكشن وthe cell تدور أحداث الفيلم &#8220;حظر تجول&#8221; حول...
- [Entrepreneur Karim Abouelnaga's New Book Explains How with Clarity Around Purpose, Anything Is Possible](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-abouelnaga-is-possible/): TED Fellow and CEO of Practice Makes Perfect, Karim Abouelnaga, has written a book for aspiring business professionals and those looking to build purpose-driven social enterprises. The Purpose-Driven Social Entrepreneur was written for anyone finding difficulty in pursuing their passion and realizing their purpose. &#8220;One of the main reasons I wrote this book was because I wanted to share a framework and blueprint for people looking to build purpose-driven social enterprises,&#8221; Stated Karim Abouelnaga &#8220;In today&#8217;s world companies have to do more than just generate a profit – they need to have a dual focus on both profit and purpose –...
- [Yousra begins filming new Ramadan 2021 Series with Al Adl Group](https://www.el-shai.com/yousra-filming-new-ramadan-series-al-adl-group/): Al Adl Group begin filming their next Ramadan series &#8220;Civil War&#8221; (حرب أهلية), starring Yousra, as well as various other actors. Producer Gamal El Adl started filming the first scenes of the Civil War series in Giza. The series is directed by Sameh Abdel Aziz and written by Ahmed Adel. El Adl Group are expected to have two series this Ramadan, Civil war as well as another series. Yousra&#8217;s latest work, the series &#8220;Betrayal of Ahed&#8221; (خيانة عهد) was screened in Ramadan 2020, co-starred by Khaled Sarhan, Hala Shiha, Jumana Murad, and Khaled Anwar. The series was also written by Ahmed...
- [History of Cats: Do Felines Absolutely control our Lives?](https://www.el-shai.com/history-of-cats-do-felines-absolutely-control-our-lives/): Cats are a man best friend (Sorry, dogs), and the furry little creatures have been all over our lives. In our houses, the streets, and everywhere you go, there&#8217;s a cat. But was this always the case? It&#8217;s been less than 10,000 years since cats paraded into our lives. The question is, where were they before? What is the History of cats? The easy answer is: they didn&#8217;t need humans to survive and were just minding their own business. Cats have been surviving entirely on their own. Then, folks invented agriculture, and that&#8217;s when history changed. Agriculture resulted in giant-scale storage...
- [World NTD Day: Why the Pyramids, Amongst 60 other Landmarks in 40 Cities Lit up?](https://www.el-shai.com/second-annual-world-ntd-day/): On January 30th, global civil society advocates, community leaders, global health experts, and policymakers will unite to mark the second annual World NTD Day. Created to galvanize the global health community and engage the general public in the urgent effort to end neglected tropical diseases, World NTD Day will bring together more than 300 partner organizations from 55 countries working across the diverse global health landscape to end NTDs. The UAE has spearheaded diplomatic efforts to obtain official recognition of the day by The World Health Organization and has played a lead role in galvanizing partners and supporting the day. These...
- [Abbas Aboelhassan vs Bassem Samir's Lawyer with Amr Adeeb: Yikes!](https://www.el-shai.com/abbas-aboelhassan-bassem-samirs-lawyer-amr-adeeb/): Actor Abbas Aboelhassan made a virtual appearance with Amr Adeeb on his show &#8220;El Hekaya&#8220;, where he explained his side of the story against Dr Bassem Samir harassing him, as well as other men. Abbas Aboelhassan explained how his relationship with Dr Bassem Samir started 35 years ago, and he alleged that he was caught assaulting a developmentally disabled worker, harassed him several times, including in an elevator where Aboelhassan ended up hitting him. In his interview, Aboelhassan stated that he was provoked to speak up after see Dr Bassem Samir&#8217;s billboards. Yet, he was encouraged to do so after witnessing...
- [Amato Couture Debuts his First All-men fall/winter 21-22 Collection at Arab Fashion Week](https://www.el-shai.com/amato-couture-opens-arab-fashion-week/): From animal print ensembles to lacy hoodies and flared silky slacks, Arab men on Thursday got their first-ever&nbsp;Arab fashion week, with the three-day event showcased virtually online. Designer Furne One of Amato Couture, loved in Dubai for his ethereal designs, opened the unprecedented event with a fall/winter 2021-2022 collection entitled &#8220;The First Temptation&#8221;. The 13-piece AMATO Couture&#8217;s men&#8217;s capsule collection represents men in quest of power and success with a fashion film titled &#8216;The First Temptation&#8217;, directed by Pradhyumansinh Solanki of Crossover Studio. The fashion film, set in a remote abandoned desert village, features the landscape&#8217;s mysticism forging a link to...
- [Arab Fashion Week (AFW) 2021: First-ever Arab fashion week for men is here; virtually!](https://www.el-shai.com/arab-fashion-week-afw-2021-first-ever-arab-fashion-week-for-men-is-here-virtually/): From animal print ensembles to lacy hoodies and flared silky slacks, Arab men on Thursday got their first-ever Arab fashion week, with the three-day event showcased virtually online. Designer Furne One of Amato Couture loved in Dubai for his ethereal designs, opened the unprecedented event with a fall/winter 2021-2022 collection entitled “The First Temptation”. Set in the desert, the models all wore white, including lacy hoodies and pants. The traditional dishdasha robe worn by men across the Arab Gulf was featured but revisited with a slit down the front. “The world around us is changing, so too are attitudes towards fashion,...
- [Anesa Farah is Coming Back to MBC4 with Season 2!](https://www.el-shai.com/anesa-farah-mbc4-season2/): After its huge success on Shahid VIP platform, the drama series Anesa Farah returns in its second season to the television audience, as it will be launched exclusively on MBC4, starting February 7th. S Productions, the production company behind Anesa Farah in all its seasons, has published a teaser video on its official Facebook and Instagram pages to remind and recall the audience of the season one events.&nbsp; When broadcasted on Shahid VIP platform, the series garnered many positive reactions from the fans, such as: #Anesa Farah, pins you in your place from the first scene. #Anesa Farah beats any other...
- [6 Reasons Why Being Ghosted Truly Hurts](https://www.el-shai.com/6-reasons-why-being-ghosted-truly-hurts/): Being ghosted…boy is that shitty. Being ghosted means you investing your time and effort into some form of relationship with someone who turns out to be not worthy of all that. Why you ask? Because they turn out to be more cowardly than history’s most famous cowards- had I known any- and they leave you with no explanation whatsoever. They stop answering texts, calls, or emails and wait for you to get the hint. All because they don’t want to deal with the “inconvenience” of telling you that they are not interested. Let’s get real about this, no BS. We’ve all...
- [Silhouette Challenge TikTok Tutorial: How-to make the Hottest challenge yours](https://www.el-shai.com/silhouette-challenge-tiktok-tutorial/): The hashtag #silhouettechallenge (Silhouette Challenge) already had an incredible 91 million views on the TikTok app. In a matter of days, the challenge managed to go viral. Chloe Bailey from Chloe x Halle almost broke the internet, earning more than 1 million views on her #silhouettechallenge video.&nbsp; The Silhouette Challenge has quickly become January&#8217;s hottest TikTok trend, and if you want to give it a go, here&#8217;s how. But what is this Silhouette Challenge anyway? In a way, it&#8217;s similar to the transition trend that took over&nbsp;TikTok&nbsp;last year. But this time, it adds a little twist, using filters and colour to...
- [Egyptian Artists Demand Action Against MP Who Attacked Art!](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-artists-action-against-mp-attacked-art/): Actress Elham Shahin posted a statement on her social media accounts issued by the Egyptian Association for Culture and Enlightenment in response to a member of parliament&#8217;s attack on Egyptian artists and arts. The Egyptian Association for Culture and Enlightenment&#8217;s statement was signed by various Egyptian Artists; intellectuals, writers, university professors, doctors, artists, and many Egyptian citizens who simply appreciate art.  The statement has been issued after Egyptian member of parliament, Riad Abdel Sattar, accused the art profession and the field of corruption while discussing a law related to martyrs&#8217; honour. During a discussion of the Fund for the Honor of...
- [7 Famous Egyptian Women Who Risked Their Careers to Fight the Patriarchy!](https://www.el-shai.com/7-famous-egyptian-women-fight-the-patriarchy/): Throughout history, Egyptian women have always been celebrated and respected. Unfortunately, recently, women have become oppressed, and misogyny found it&#8217;s way into our society. Fighting the patriarchy isn&#8217;t easy, but its necessary. For women, feminism and fighting the patriarchy aren&#8217;t PR stunts, or a way to receive a pat on the back from the public. Its literally a way to survive. Luckily, there are plenty of women now who are refusing to back down, and have been fighting the good feminist fight to make things right &#8211; even at the expense of risking their careers! We&#8217;re not here to celebrate &#8220;supporters&#8221;...
- [Ziad Nakad Couture Paris SS21: Another Glamorous Celebration of Femininity](https://www.el-shai.com/ziad-nakad-couture-paris-ss21/): The Birds of Paradise of the Lebanese designer Ziad Nakad landed at the Château de Vaux-Le-Vicomte for a collection full of colors and symbols. Fly away from Beirut, bruised by recent events, longing for escape, for dreams, for travel. Ziad wanted this collection sexy, slightly frivolous, in order to regain the carefree life of yesterday. The dresses are majestic, transparent, airy, the ostrich feathers mingle with silk and lace. All pieces are entirely hand-embroidered in the designer&#8217;s atelier. About Ziad Nakad: Born of Lebanese descent, Ziad Nakad knew from his very early teens that he was to work in fashion. Since...
- [How Elon Musk's mediocre tweets about Etsy and Signal Changed the whole Stock Market!](https://www.el-shai.com/elon-musk-etsy-signal-changed-whole-stock-market/): Etsy&#8217;s stock value soared on Tuesday after Elon Musk stated he was a fan of the online craft store. Shares within the Brooklyn-based company spiked within minutes of the billionaire Tesla chief&#8217;s&nbsp;early-morning Twitter post&nbsp;about the website. The stock had surged some 8.8 per cent about an hour later to trade at $227.25 as of 7:27 a.m., putting it able to beat the all-time high of $225.74 it reached final week. Elon Musk&nbsp;tweeted that he&#8217;d used Etsy to purchase his dog a &#8220;hand-knit wool Marvin the Martian helm.&#8221; This is&nbsp;more than doubled its revenues&nbsp;within the first 9 months of the last 12...
- [Abbas Aboelhassan Announces arrest of the Dentist accused of Harassing men in Clinic](https://www.el-shai.com/abbas-aboelhassan-dentist-accused-of-harassing-men/): Actor Abbas Aboelhassan announced on his Facebook account Dr Bassem Samir&#8217;s arrest. Dr Bassem Samir is the dentist accused of harassment by Aboelhassan and other men. According to Abbas Aboelhassan, Samir was detained by the Public Prosecution on charges of harassment against him. Abbas Aboelhassan made a post on his Facebook account, saying: &#8220;I have confirmed information that the fugitive dentist and serial harasser Basim Samir, has been arrested and that he is currently under the custody of the Public Prosecution Office for investigation. He will be confronted with witnesses&#8217; testimonies and the victims&#8217; facts through their statements and the clips...
- [2021 Dior Haute Couture Collection: Exploring Tarot Cards](https://www.el-shai.com/2021-dior-haute-couture-collection-exploring-tarot-cards/): Celebrating the fascinating universe of the divinatory arts, the spring-summer 2021 Dior Haute Couture Collection explores the symbolic magic and pluralistic beauty of the tarot cards cherished by Maria Grazia Chiuri. Christian Dior&nbsp;was passionate concerning the divinatory arts and signs of destiny. His autobiography is punctuated with often fateful encounters with visionary personalities: “It will be extraordinary. Your house will revolutionize fashion!” he recalled of a prophecy come true. Tarot cards are among the many keys to accessing the magical realm, to discover the unknown whereas fearlessly looking deep inside oneself. Maria Grazia Chiuri instantly felt linked with these imaginary worlds and this...
- [Viking Announces New Nile River Ship For 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/viking-announces-new-nile-river-ship-for-2022/): Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced expanding its Egypt fleet with&nbsp;Viking Aton, a new state-of-the-art river vessel. Inspired by the design of the award-winning Viking Longships® and built specifically to navigate the Nile River,&nbsp;Viking Aton&nbsp;is currently under construction and is scheduled to debut in September 2022.&nbsp; Sailing on Viking&#8217;s popular&nbsp;Pharaohs &amp; Pyramids&nbsp;itinerary, the new vessel will join Viking&#8217;s existing Egypt river fleet, including its identical sister ship&nbsp;Viking Osiris&nbsp;Viking&#8217;s first owned and operated ship on the Nile,&nbsp;Viking Ra®. &#8220;Egypt remains a top destination for many of our guests who are inspired to discover the rich history and beauty of the region,&#8221; said Torstein Hagen,...
- [هل ممكن تختاروا اسماء اطفال غريبة لأولادكم؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%87%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%85%d9%83%d9%86-%d8%aa%d8%ae%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%a7%d8%b7%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%ba%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84/): كل أم وأب لما بيعرفوا إنهم هيجيلهم مولود جديد بيتحمسوا قوي ويبدأوا في رحلة التفكير والبحث عن اسماء اطفال ممكن يختاروا منها. وفي معظم الأوقات بيحبوا إنهم يسموا أسماء غريبة علشان بيبقوا عايزين ابنهم أو بنتهم يبقوا مميزين بالأسامي دي. فإما بيختاروا أسامي عادية لكن بيقرروا إنهم ينطقوها بطريقة مختلفة أو غلط أو بيختاروا أسامي غير تقليدية محدش يعرف بتتنطق إزاي أصلاً وبيبقى ليهم حرية الاختيار إنهم يعرّفوا الناس على النطق الصحيح أو اللي هما شايفينه صحيح. شاهيطاز العلا، صوت تلألأ قطرات الندى على ورق الجرجير يوم التلات! ولكن الموضوع ده بيفتح نقطتتين للنقاش حبينا نتكلم معاكم فيهم: النقطة الأولى: وهي...
- [وراء الكواليس لبرنامج: أنت مين؟ The Masked Singer علي MBC](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%86%d8%aa-%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%86-the-masked-singer/): لقينا ڤيديو فيه الفنانة نادية الجندي لابسة نڤرتيتي وبتغني وكان لازم نعرف ايه ده، دورنا وعرفنا ان أول ديسمبر ٢٠٢٠ بدأت قناة MBC Masr تنزل اعلانات لبرنامج جديد هتبدأ عرضه، أسمه The Masked Singer: أنت مين؟ برعاية OPPO View this post on Instagram A post shared by MBC The Masked Singer انت مين؟ (@mbcmaskedsinger) الإعلان كان فيه فنانين زي حسن الرداد وسيرين عبد النور وقصي الخولي وكمان الممثل ومقدم البرامج السعودي مهند الحمدي بيحاولوا يكتشوفوا حقيقة شخصيات لابسة ماسكات وملابس تنكرية زي أسد، كوبرا، غوريلا وحاجات تانية كتير. اتكلمنا مع حد من مديرين الانتاج The Masked Singer: أنت مين؟ عشان نفهم...
- [Karim Kassem and Shahad Ameen Join the Juries of the International Digital Studio Awards 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-kassem-shahad-ameen-digital-studio-awards/): Digital Studio magazine revealed the list of jury members of the 17th&nbsp;annual&nbsp;DS Awards 2021, including prominent star Karim Kassem, and Saudi director Shahad Ameen. The jury members list for DS Awards 2021 also includes; Amanda Turnbull, the co-founder and CEO of Amanda Turnbull Associates; and Deema Maghalseh, the film lecturer at Middlesex University in Dubai. The awards will be held in a face-to-face format in March in Dubai. In September, Digital Studio magazine chose star Karim Kassem for the cover of its issue where he&nbsp;talked about the experience of producing his first short film entitled The Ditch. He also discussed the...
- [Egypt to Start the Corona Vaccination Campaign with the "Sinopharm" vaccine Now!](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-corona-vaccination-sinopharm-vaccine/): On Saturday, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi announced that Egypt would start a Corona vaccination campaign using the Chinese vaccine &#8220;Sinopharm&#8221; on Sunday. The first shipment of the corona vaccine arrived in Egypt in December and included 50,000 doses. The company that produces the vaccine says it is 79% effective against the emerging coronavirus. On Sunday, the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population began implementing the plan to distribute the new anti-virus vaccine to medical teams in isolation hospitals, at a time when official data indicate an increase in death rates in the recent period. The Corona vaccination plan will start...
- [3 Most Mysterious Disappearances of People that are still Unsolved Today!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-3-most-unsolved-and-mysterious-disappearances/): To suddenly and mysteriously disappear from reality; how can this be a real thing? Ever wonder if people can really disappear and glitch from reality as you see in the fiction movies? To just be disappeared from reality and no one knows how and where you went, and you never went back! This is only a work of fiction to all of us. But what if it is not just a work of fiction and it actually happened to people before. Let Me Walk You Through The Most Mysterious and Unsolved Cases of Disappearance in the Wold! In 1949 in St....
- [Unpopular Opinion: Friends is a Toxic Show, and We Have 7 Reasons Why!](https://www.el-shai.com/friends-is-a-toxic-show/): Friends is one of the best shows that ever existed, and we, as hardcore fans, are obsessed with it. It soothes our stress and makes us laugh at our most challenging times. I have been watching the show for seven years, over and over again. Like most of you, I take the show as a haven from the hardships and sad times. But let&#8217;s pause and be real with ourselves; if we took out all the comedy and laughter from Friends, we end up with the most toxic show that ever aired on TV. Yes, Friends is a Toxic Show, and...
- [محمد قمصان و جيبسي روز اللي عملوه ده مرض نفسي ولا حب الشهرة؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d9%82%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%88-%d8%ac%d9%8a%d8%a8%d8%b3%d9%8a-%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b2/): حلق شعره زيرو، وطلع بإبتسامة مكسورة وعنين حزينة، ومكانش قدامنا حاجة غير أننا نتعاطف معاه ونشوف فيديوهاته ونعيط. عن محمد قمصان، السوشيال ميديا انفلوينسر ومحارب السرطان الأشهر في مصر اللي ادعي اصابته بالأيدز كمان. بعد فيديوهاته وصوره علي السوشيال ميديا وقصة رحلته في محاربة السرطان وإدعائه الإصابة بالإيدز، محمد قمصان تلقي دعم كبير جداً من المصريين، بما فيهم مشاهير. وفي معظم صوره وفيديوهاته كانت والدته واقفة جمبه علشان تدعمه وتقوية زي ما بيقول هو ومامته. دلوقت مسجون علي ذمة التحقيق بتهمة النصب والأحتيال، بعد ما عمل شهرة وجاله فلوس كتير في شكل تبرعات ودعم مادي. بس السؤال دلوقت، هل محمد قمصان...
- [The Scam of Online Dating in Egypt: 10 Profiles You Need to Run Away From](https://www.el-shai.com/the-scam-of-online-dating-in-egypt/): It&#8217;s official, online dating in Egypt (and the world) sucks. But sounds like we have no other options&#8230; We use different kinds of online dating applications like Tinder and so many more. But as much as it sucks, it&#8217;s also not safe. Many scams are going around on these applications, and we are here to tell you all about how online dating in Egypt is mostly a scam. Here are 10 profiles on online dating in Egypt application you should run away from! 1) Mr Mysterious: Or in other words: Mr. headless. &nbsp; &#8220;El Wad El 3&#8217;amed Beslamto&#8221;, For his own...
- [وضع حجر الأساس وإعلان تفاصيل المشروع الترفيهي الأضخم في القاهرة عين القاهرة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%a7%d8%b5%d9%8a%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b9-%d8%b9%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9/): عقدت شركة هاواي للسياحة والاستثمار، إحدى الشركات الرائدة في مجال التطوير العقاري والسياحي، مؤتمرًا صحفيًا بحديقة المسلة بالزمالك، للإعلان رسميا عن تدشين مشروع &#8220;عين القاهرة Cairo Eye” المقام في منطقة الزمالك. وذلك بحضور اللواء أمير سيد أحمد، مستشار رئيس الجمهورية للتخطيط العمراني، الدكتور خالد العناني وزير السياحة والآثار، اللواء خالد عبد العال محافظ القاهرة، والدكتور عبد الرحمن سعيد، رئيس الأمانة الفنية لتنظيم التصرف في أصول الدولة، بالإضافة إلى عدد من المسئولين الحكوميين وشركاء المشروع. صرح اللواء خالد عبد العال محافظ القاهرة خلال المؤتمر، أن مشروع &#8220;عين القاهرة&#8221; Cairo Eye يحقق هدفا استراتيجيا للتنمية السياحية المستدامة، والتكامل مع مشروع ممشى أهل مصر...
- [Dolato Has 6 New Gelato Flavours, and We're Here to Review Them!](https://www.el-shai.com/dolato-has-6-new-gelato-flavours/): It has been scientifically proven that ice cream and gelato are better in winter. &#8211; source: Us. We came up with that. Lucky for us, last night we were sent the new gelato winter flavours from Dolato, and boy, oh boy, did we enjoy it! Taking the gelato to a whole new level, with La Renna Morena&#8217;s latest range. https://www.instagram.com/p/CKRWPimnmC0/ The new range added these yummy new flavours at Dolato: Pistachio, Classic, Nero, Wafers, Lemon &amp; Coconut and Almond &amp; Hazelnut. It was sent to us as a PR package for transparency&#8217;s sake, but the review is definitely not sponsored, nor...
- [Supermodel Naomi Campbell Visits Egypt for the First time!](https://www.el-shai.com/supermodel-naomi-campbell-visits-egypt/): British supermodel Naomi Campbell is currently visiting Egypt. Campbell met with renowned Egyptian archaeologist Dr Zahi Hawass at the St Regis hotel upon arrival. Dr Zahi Hawass said that the visit of international model Naomi Campbell would stimulate tourism to Egypt, adding that he had a strong friendship. She loved Egyptian civilisation, especially Queen Cleopatra. He added during a phone call to the &#8220;On My Responsibility&#8221; program presented by journalist Ahmed Moussa on the &#8220;Sadda El Balad&#8221; satellite channel, Wednesday evening, that model Naomi Campbell will return to Egypt next month to visit Alexandria and Luxor. He pointed out that the “CNN”...
- [Amr Warda is Back With Another Sexual Harassment Scandal](https://www.el-shai.com/amr-warda-sexual-harassment-scandal/): Again and again, Amr Warda was caught harassing another girl through direct messages on Instagram and called her a whore! Just yesterday, Faidra posted on her stories that Amr Warda is verbally harassing her through Instagram calling her a whore. He texted her on Snapchat telling her to come to his house, and when she refused, he started doing his usual harassing ways. He asked her if she had sex before, which none of his business, and she said yes then he called her a whore and blocked her! The previous post shows the conversation between Warda and Fidra and how...
- [Mansour Group Invests in a €100m Football Partnership with Right To Dream](https://www.el-shai.com/mansour-group-right-to-dream/): Right To Dream, the global opportunity-creating ecosystem of football academies, professional football clubs and partnering colleges and universities, founded by visionary British social entrepreneur Tom Vernon, has formed a new €100 million partnership with the Mansour Group to help bring greater access, opportunity and equality through football. The investment in Right To Dream by Man Capital LLP, the UK-based investment arm of the Mansour Group, is being made through Man Sports, a new entity established for the partnership, and will see €30m dedicated to establishing a Right To Dream academy in West Cairo. Further investment will be dedicated to furthering the...
- [Singer Jessie J Spotted Wearing Egyptian label Ammanii](https://www.el-shai.com/british-singer-jessie-j-egyptian-ammanii/): British singer Jessie J was seen this week wearing the Egyptian brand Ammanii’s Hand Carved Dome Ring, a Vermeil gold hand-carved ring set with cubic zircon and blue topaz, to represent the evil eye. View this post on Instagram A post shared by EASTWAVE Concept (@eastwaveconcept) Ammanii is headed by Egyptian designer Amany Shaker, who in 2015, did a complete career 360 when she decided to launch her own jewellery line Ammanii, a play on her first name, “from the desire to tell stories and untie women while transcending cultural barriers.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by AMMANII...
- [Everything you need to know about Netflix's new Series "Fate: The Winx Saga"](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-fate-the-winx-saga/): FATE: THE WINX SAGA follows the coming-of-age journey of five fairies attending Alfea, a magical boarding school in the Otherworld where they must learn to master their powers while navigating love, rivalries, and the monsters that threaten their very existence. From creator Brian Young (THE VAMPIRE DIARIES), FATE: THE WINX SAGA is a live-action reimagining of the Italian cartoon series WINX CLUB by Iginio Straffi. Fate: The Winx Saga is an upcoming young adult drama series inspired by the Nickelodeon animated series Winx Club, created by Iginio Straffi. Archery Pictures is produced in association with Rainbow, a studio co-owned by Iginio...
- [Expo 2020 Pavilions Premiere to reveal Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion](https://www.el-shai.com/expo-2020-pavilions-premiere/): The Expo 2020 Pavilions Premiere launched today and will offer visitors an opportunity to be among the first to experience Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion, when it opens to the public from 22 January until 10 April 2021. The Pavilions Premiere is a limited-time opportunity for visitors to preview Expo 2020’s Thematic Pavilions. It will provide a glimpse of what is to come when Expo 2020 Dubai – the first World Expo to be held in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region – welcomes the world from 1 October 2021 31 March 2022. Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion,...
- [El Gezira Club Incident: Some Cupcakes With genitals on them, Big Freakin' Deal!](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gezira-club-incident-cupcakes-genitals/): Everyone and their mother (literally) has had something to say about the women in El Gezira club who were pictured with cupcakes and genitals on them. It&#8217;s the talk of the town. Oh, so offensive&#8230; For context about the El Gezira Club genitals incident, if you&#8217;ve been off the grid the last couple of days: Photos circulated on social media showed a group of ladies in El Gezira club having cupcakes with a 3D shape of genitals. The women have been accused of violating family principles and values in Egyptian society. The women also allegedly had their memberships from El Gezira...
- [Preserving Egypt’s Layered History with Google Arts & Culture](https://www.el-shai.com/preserving-layered-history-google-arts-culture/): In celebration of Egyptian Archaeologists Day, Google Arts &amp; Culture in partnership with the American Research Centre in Egypt (ARCE) announced “Preserving Egypt’s Layered History”. Preserving Egypt’s Layered History is an online project that showcases the depth and diversity of Egyptian cultural heritage. The project is Google Arts &amp; Culture latest effort in supporting and highlighting the culture and heritage of the Middle East. In Arabic and English, “Preserving Egypt’s Layered History” tells the history and stories of the restoration efforts by ARCE. The scholarly institution dedicated to supporting the conservation of Egyptian antiquities and archaeology research, of diverse locations around Egypt....
- [Our Top 10 Drag Characters in Egyptian History!](https://www.el-shai.com/our-top-10-drag-characters-in-egyptian-history/): Drag is the art of cross-dressing where a person dresses as the opposite gender. It doesn&#8217;t only take the matter of the appearance, but it extends and includes getting dressed in the very personality of the other gender. Many actors and actresses dressed in drag in Egypt played specific roles and did slay this art. Do you want to get introduced to some of the best Egyptian drag characters? Let&#8217;s go! Ismael Yassin is one of the most genuine actors who did drag in Egypt. In this beautiful movie, he dressed as Anisa Hanafy to start a long career doing drag...
- [Kid Cosmic: A Look at Netflix's new Kids Series to be Streamed on 2nd of February](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-releases-series-kid-cosmic/): Kid Cosmic follows an imaginative and enthusiastic boy who lives with his free-spirited Grandpa in a sparsely populated desert town. The Kid’s dreams of being a hero seem to come true when discovering 5 Cosmic Stones of Power in a wrecked spaceship. He forms a local hero team to stop an onslaught of alien attacks from stealing back the stones. Though the Kid and his team are the good guys, they’re terrible at it, and the Kid learns that his fantasy of being a hero is very different from the reality of what it means to become one. About Kid Cosmic:...
- [حكايات بعد نص الليل: 5 حكايات مرعبة عن ناس شافوا حاجات غريبة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%b9%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b3-%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%81%d9%88%d8%a7-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%ba%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a8%d8%a9/): لما تبقي قاعد مع صحابك بالليل والدنيا هادية، والمزيكا ذات الإيقاع البطئ شغالة في الخلفية، وفجأة واحد منكم يحكي حكاية عفاريتي. يروح كل الي قاعدين يفتكروا كل الحكايات الغريبة، والحاجات اللي تخوف اللي حصلتهم في حياتهم ويبدأو يحكوها لبعض… والليلة تقلب رعب ومحدش يعرف ينام. الليالي المرعبة دي بتبقي لذيذة وبتقربنا من بعض وبتخلينا نفكر في حاجات مش بنحب، غالباً، نفكر فيها. وعلشان كدا جمعنا حكايات من صحابنا في الشاي عن الحاجات الغريبة اللي شافوها، وجبنهالك. يلا نحكي شوية حكايات مرعبة! 1 &#8211; العفاريت دي بتهزر ولا أيه؟ هاجر، 18 سنة، بتدرس بيوتكنولوجي في جامعة مصر للعلوم والتكنولوجيا. من سنة كنت...
- [ضحية التجمع: رجله ومستقبله ضاعوا بسبب عيل صغير، فين حق أحمد ممدوح علي؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d9%85%d9%85%d8%af%d9%88%d8%ad-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%b6%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%ac%d9%85%d8%b9/): من يومين بالظبط، أحمد ممدوح علي ، ضحية التجمع، نزل فيديو علي صفحته الخاصة علي الإنستجرام علشان يحكي حكاية تقطع القلب عن عشوائية الظروف وقسوة الناس وإنعدام الرحمة. الفيديو اللي عنوانه &#8220;رجلي ومستقبلي ضاعوة بسبب عيل صغير&#8221; بيحكي عن حادثة العربية البشعة اللي أحمد مر بيها من سنتين. لما كان قاعد علي الرصيف في التجمع التالت، وجه عيل صغير عنده 15 سنة، سايق عربية بسرعة جنونية، وعدي علي رجليه الأتنين. أحمد، اللي كان عنده 20 سنة بس وقت الحادثة، حصله تهتك شديد في الأنسجة والعضلات وكسور متعددة في عضم الساقين، غير كسور في أيده الشمال.  التهتك والكسور اللي حصلت في رجليه...
- [Director Tamer Ashry finishes directing and editing the film "Come to Egypt"](https://www.el-shai.com/director-tamer-ashry-film-come-to-egypt/): Director Tamer Ashry has finished filming and editing the promotional film about Egyptian civilization titled &#8220;Come to Egypt.&#8221; The film is in cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities under the patronage of His Excellency the Minister Dr. Khaled Al-Anani. &nbsp;Media Hub was chosen under Muhammad Al-Saadi and Ihab Gohar, and director Tamer Ashry to direct it. The film sheds light on the efforts to restore and develop some archaeological sites and open new archaeological museums in different governorates. This includes the New Egyptian Museum and the Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat.&nbsp; Director Tamer Ashry expressed his happiness with...
- [FUFA is now Open in Gouna](https://www.el-shai.com/fufa-is-now-open-in-gouna/): Good news to all the Gouna people out there, FUFA just opened a new boutique at the Marina. FUFA is a bohemian lifestyle brand made for the free spirited girls and women who are very much driven by art, music and travel. It offers beachwear for young&nbsp;girls and women inspired by Egyptian cultures, made passionately by Egyptian souls. All our products are born out of love and vary from swimwear, beach coverups, scarves, dresses and more,&nbsp;offering our customers a blend of enthusiasm, femininity and confidence, while keeping in mind its great quality and affordability. FUFA is the first 85% sustainable fashion...
- [Best 10 Place To Customize your Own Cakes in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/best-10-place-to-customize-your-own-cakes-in-egypt/): Cakes are the most delicious desserts you can eat and what&#8217;s better to have a cake customize only for you? Here are 10 places for your customized Cakes in Egypt: #1 Dodo&#8217;s Cake For order:&nbsp;you can reach them through their Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/dodo_cakes_139/?hl=en or through this number 01009195625 #2 Cakes for u For order:&nbsp;you can reach them through their Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/cakes.foru/?hl=en or through these numbers 0127804888201000200864 #3 Cake.pop.egypt &nbsp;For order:&nbsp;you can reach them through their instagram page&nbsp;https://www.instagram.com/cake.pops.egypt/?hl=en or contact them through this number 01271017500 #4 Kandouz Cakes For order:&nbsp;you can reach them through their Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/kandouzcakes/?hl=en #5 Cake up...
- [Arabic Google Assistant will now respond with expert-reviewed information on emotional wellbeing](https://www.el-shai.com/arabic-google-assistant-emotional-wellbeing/): In response to an increasing interest in emotional wellbeing and mental health on Google Assistant and Google Search over the past year, the Arabic version of Google Assistant will now respond to queries related to emotional wellbeing with coping mechanisms drafted by licensed therapists.&nbsp; Google worked with Safe Space, a UAE-based mental health organization and their network licensed therapists who drafted a series of coping mechanisms on which Google Assistant will base its answers on. Arabic speakers can now find these responses if they tell Assistant they are feeling sad, lonely, tired, scared, or angry. In several of these responses Google...
- [Globally Acclaimed Leaders in Healthcare and Philanthropy join Lineup of Speakers at The World Immunisation & Logistics Summit](https://www.el-shai.com/the-world-immunisation-logistics-summit/): Acclaimed global healthcare and philanthropic professionals, decision makers, experts and senior world government officials are joining the upcoming World Immunisation &amp; Logistics Summit, a two-day event hosted by Abu Dhabi’s HOPE Consortium, to discuss a unified global approach to overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic, outlining how success can only be achieved through solidarity and international collaboration. Global speakers include Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General, WHO, Henrietta H. Fore, Executive Director of UNICEF, Prof. José Manuel Barroso, Chair of the Board of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, Mark Suzman, CEO, Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation, Stanley C. Erck, President and CEO, Novavax, Nadhim Zahawi...
- [Hannah El Zahed and Ahmed Hatem together again with “Helwa El Donia Sokar”](https://www.el-shai.com/hannah-el-zahed-ahmed-hatem-helwa-el-donia-sokar/): Hannah El Zahed and Ahmed Hatem meet again in a five-episode story entitled “Law Kont Youm Ansak” from the TV series “Helwa El Donia Sokar”. “Helwa El Donia Sokar” marks the third collaboration between Ahmed Hatem and Hannah El Zahed after films “El Ghasala” and “Qeset Hob.” “Helwa El Donia Sokar” features nine different stories. Each story screens in 5 episodes that feature a different cast along with El Zahed. The comedy series is 45 episodes and produced by Synergy, United Media Services, and K media, and based on the idea of Yosri Al-Fakharani and directed by Khaled El-Halfawy. “Helwa El...
- [Netflix Announced The Premiere Of 40+ New Original Animes In 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-premiere-of-40-new-original-animes-2021/): Netflix returned to this year&#8217;s all virtual AnimeJapan 2021 to showcase its diversifying slate and fan-favorite voice cast for fans in Japan and worldwide.  Netflix strengthens its ongoing commitment to becoming a home for fans and creators worldwide. It will premiere around 40 new original anime titles this year &#8212; close to double the number of titles brought to fans last year. During the virtual stage event, Netflix announced the upcoming worldwide release of Record of Ragnarok (premiering June 2021), an anime adaptation of the hugely successful manga of the same name. The story about the epic fight for the fate of humanity...
- [قادة الرعاية الصحية والمبادرات الخيرية في العالم ينضمون إلى مجموعة من أبرز المتحدثين في القمة العالمية للتحصين والخدمات اللوجستية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%84%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%b5%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%af%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%88/): يُشارك نخبة من أشهر وأكبر الأسماء العالمية في مجال الرعاية الصحية والمبادرات الخيرية وصُناع القرار، والخبراء، وكبار المسؤولين الحكوميين في &#8220;القمة العالمية للتحصين والخدمات اللوجستية&#8221; التي ينظمها &#8220;ائتلاف الأمل&#8221; على مدار يومين متتاليين وذلك لمناقشة نهجٍ عالمي موحّد للتغلب على جائحة فيروس كوفيد &#8211; 19 الأمر الذي لا يُمكن تحقيقه إلا من خلال التضامن والتعاون الدولي. وسيشارك في النقاشات كل من: &#8220;الدكتور تيدروس أدهانوم غيبريسوس &#8211; المدير العام لمنظمة الصحة العالمية، هنريتا إتش. فور &#8211; المديرة التنفيذية لليونيسف، خوسيه مانويل باروسو – رئيس مجلس التحالف العالمي للقاحات والتحصين &#8220;جافي&#8221;، مارك سوزمان &#8211; الرئيس التنفيذي لمؤسسة بيل ومليندا جيتس، ستانلي سي إرك...
- [بالصور: كريم قاسم في حفل افتتاح مهرجان الأقصر للسينما الأفريقية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b5%d9%88%d8%b1-%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%85-%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%85-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%ad%d9%81%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%81%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7/): حضر النجم كريم قاسم افتتاح مهرجان الأقصر للسينما الأفريقية والذي يشارك في فاعلياته كضيف للمهرجان لحضور الندوات ومشاهدة الأفلام. يذكر أنه تم اختيار النجم كريم قاسم من قبل مجلة Digital Studio العالمية ليكون ضمن لجنة تحكيم مسابقة الجوئز بدورتها ال17  لعام والمقرر أعلان نتائجها نهاية الشهر الحالي. كما انتهى كريم مؤخراَ من إنتاج أولى أفلامه بعنوان &#8220;الحفرة&#8221; وهو فيلم قصير من إخراج وتأليف عمرو عابد وبطولة صدقي صخر. ومن أحدث أعمال النجم كريم قاسم مسلسل &#8220;مملكة أبليس&#8221; بجزئيه الأول والثاني ومسلسل &#8220;لما كنا صغيرين&#8221; الذي عرض في رمضان كما يعرض له على منصة Netflix  أفلام The First Line  وSawah  وليل خارجي وأوقات فراغ
- [Egypt Launches Website for "Nawarat Baladak" to assist Egyptian Expats](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-nawarat-baladak-egyptian-expats/): Minister of Immigration and planning officially launched the website for &#8220;Nawarat Baladak&#8221; as the third phase of the initiative. The initiative is for Egyptian expats who lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 crisis and integrated them into various governorates&#8217; national economies. The first phase was registering data and documents of Egyptian workers laid off from work in Gulf countries. In the second phase, the ministry immediately cooperated with different ministries and institutions to offer training and job opportunities. The website aims to create an accurate database that includes vital information on returnees from abroad, their professions, skills, and the methods...
- [Egyptian Women who could have Represented Egyptians at the Royal Mummies parade](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-women-royal-mummies-parade/): For some odd reason, Tunisian actress Hend Sabry was chosen to represent Egyptian women amongst the royal mummies parade set to happen April the 3rd. While we were overly excited about the event and had been waiting for it for months, it broke our heart to see how Egyptian women were completely overlooked during this event. In a quick 5-minutes brainstorming session among ourselves, we came up with a list of 9 women we think can adequately represent us. Our choices were made based on their achievements, looks, legacy, as well as the sense of representation we feel when we hear...
- [Who's Mirna Arif; the First Woman in the Middle East to head Egypt’s Microsoft?](https://www.el-shai.com/mirna-arif-middle-east-head-egypt-microsoft/): Microsoft announced Mirna Arif&#8217;s promotion as Head Microsoft In Egypt a year after her appointment as the Country Manager to spearhead its operations in Egypt. Mirna Arif brings over 19 years of experience spanning multinational organizations and public sector entities across the Middle East and Africa.&nbsp; She joined Microsoft in 2019 as MEA Business Group Director, tasked with leading its Surface portfolio strategy and execution in the region. &#8220;Our mission is to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more, and I&#8217;m thrilled to further this mission as we continue to expand Microsoft&#8217;s footprint in Egypt and unlock...
- [Tunisian Actress Hend Sabry will Accompany the 22 Royal Egyptian Mummies](https://www.el-shai.com/tunisian-actress-hend-sabry-royal-egyptian-mummies/): TUNISIAN actress Hend Sabry announced her participation in transferring the 22 Royal Egyptian Mummies from the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir to the Museum of Civilization via her Instagram. By all means, this is a historic moment for not just Egyptian history but the world&#8217;s history. Thousands, if not millions, of Egyptian women, would need the opportunity and have a better representation, but TUNISIAN actress Hend Sabry will be representing the historic moment instead. Hend Sabry is a Cairo-based Tunisian actress and lawyer. She was born on&nbsp;20 November 1979&nbsp;in Kebili, Tunisia.&nbsp; Sabry is married to an Egyptian and has double nationality of...
- [The 5 most overlooked animated films in history](https://www.el-shai.com/the-5-most-overlooked-animated-films-in-history/): Ready to discover your new favorite animated movie? We round up 5 of the most unfairly overlooked animated films in history. If you enjoy animations and are looking for quality films for your next movie night, this article is perfect for you! Whether you&#8217;re an avid Disney fan or just appreciate the artistry of the latest Pixar film, there is no denying that animation has become one of the leaders in the entertainment industry. From the earliest motion picture, children across the world grew up with fantastical settings and heroic characters brought to life on screen. Traditional fairytales and fables were...
- [The Fatal Hiring Mistake Reddit Made, Making them Lose Millions!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-fatal-hiring-mistake-reddit-made-making-them-lose-millions/): With&nbsp;52 million daily active users&nbsp;and worth&nbsp;$6 billion,&nbsp;Reddit has got to be one of the most important, if not the most important, websites on the internet. While it might not be as popular here in Egypt, Reddit is often called &#8220;The front page of the internet&#8221; since it&#8217;s usually the source of all new things on the internet. From news to memes! With the concept of staying anonymous at all times (except if a user chooses not to), the website was never shy of stirring up the virtual pot on the internet.&nbsp; However, these last couple of days, the website&#8217;s drama seemed...
- [Amy Winehouse At The BBC: A Tribute to a Lost, but Never Forgotten, Talent](https://www.el-shai.com/amy-winehouse-at-the-bbc/): Amy Winehouse At The BBC, a 3LP/3CD collection chronicling the various remarkable performances by arguably one of&nbsp;the most outstanding and most real talent to emerge in British music in decades, will be launched on May 7, 2021, by Island/UMe.&nbsp; For the first time, this up-to-date release gives audio-only versions of the songs featured on &#8216;A Tribute To Amy Winehouse by Jools Holland&#8216; and the &#8216;BBC One Sessions Live at Porchester Hall.&#8217; So a high proportion of these tracks will be completely new to digital music providers.  &#8220;Stronger Than Me,&#8221; &#8220;Tears Dry On Their Own,&#8221; and &#8220;You Know I&#8217;m No Good&#8221; will...
- [Egyptian film Editor Ahmed Hafez takes part in the American TV Series Cypher](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-film-editor-ahmed-hafez-cypher/): Taking a new international step in his career, Egyptian film editor Ahmed Hafez has recently edited the first episode of the American TV series Cypher, titled &#8216;The Code&#8217;.&nbsp; The series is slated to premiere on Netflix MENA as of Thursday, April 1. The new series is currently airing on Roku, available for audiences in the USA and Canada.  Cypher marks a new international project for Hafez after working on Netflix&#8217;s thriller Paranormal, which topped the &#8216;Most Watched&#8217; list on Netflix and the most reacted upon on Google, Facebook, and Twitter. Cypher is an eight-episode action series that has premiered on Netflix...
- [Glo Heated Cigarettes Review: You Do NOT Want to Join THAT Experience](https://www.el-shai.com/glo-heated-cigarettes-ultimate-review-dont-bother/): Let me start by saying that I&#8217;m a sucker for a good marketing campaign. A good marketing campaign can lead me to buy a product that I never thought of buying just because I want to support them.&nbsp; And this was exactly what happened with the Glo cigarette heating device.&nbsp; I have been seeing everyone currently using Iqos, but I just was never fully convinced with the idea of heated cigarettes. I wanted to try it, but it wasn&#8217;t worth the risk with the hefty price tag on the Iqos. Then lo and behold, Glo makes it to the market with...
- [Zikra: Remembering Abd al-Halim Hafiz](https://www.el-shai.com/zikra-remembering-abd-al-halim-hafiz/): The American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE) is proud to announce an open public lecture and musical performance titled &#8220;Zikra: Remembering&#8217; Abd al-Halim Hafiz.&#8221; The event will take place on March 27, 2021, with Dr. Nicholas Mangialardi and the Harfoush Jazz Band.  Over the past year, ARCE has been offering increased online access to educational opportunities and interactions, including both member-only and public lecture series.&nbsp; This public event will include Dr. Mangialardi&#8217;s lecture, followed by an exceptional musical performance in tribute to Halim&#8217;s legacy by Egyptian jazz vocalist Ahmed Harfoush and the Harfoush Jazz Band.&nbsp; By the end of his career,...
- [Tuk-Tuk: The Short Movie Making it to 5 International Film Festivals](https://www.el-shai.com/tuk-tuk-the-short-movie-making-it-to-5-international-film-festivals/): Egyptian short film &#8220;Tuk-Tuk&#8221; will be screened in several international film festivals after its world premiere at the 43rd Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival. Pan African Film Festival PAFF 2021 The movie participated in the official competition of the Pan African Film Festival PAFF 2021, an official qualifying&nbsp;film festival&nbsp;for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts &amp; Sciences. Vienna International Film Awards, Austria Actress Elham Wagdi, star of the film, won the Best Actress Award at the Vienna International Film Awards.&nbsp; Cleveland International Film Festival, USA &#8220;Tuk-Tuk&#8221; will be participating in Cleveland International Film Festival as well, the largest film festival in...
- [CZNBurak: Celebrating the Best Form of Art – Food!](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrating-best-form-of-art-artist-cznburak/): If food is an art, then it requires artists. Our leading artist in this article is the Turkish chef, Burak Özdemir, famously known as CZNBurak, all over the social platforms.  &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; View this post on Instagram &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A post shared by Burak Özdemir (@cznburak) Yes, he doesn&#8217;t entirely look at the meal he is preparing. He looks straight to the camera with a haunting smile.&nbsp; One more thing that makes Burak special is his ability to prepare substantial Middle Eastern, not just Turkish, meals. I mean, look...
- [Maged’s Debut Song “Chelsea” Hits YouTube!](https://www.el-shai.com/mageds-debut-song-chelsea-hits-youtube/): Today, star Maged releases his debut song, entitles “Chelsea,” on his official YouTube channel. “Chelsea” is written and composed by Maged too. Produced by L’Arc Productions, “Chelsea” is directed by Mohamed Faisal, and Sherif Magdy is handling the song’s music production and mixing. Commenting on his new song “Chelsea,” Maged says, “What makes the song different are the melodies, the lyrics, and the way of performing in the singing. The music is a type of trap, but the melodies and lyrics are a mixture of mine. The melodies are not understood if they are ray, nor trap, or oriental, and this...
- [All About Farida: Egypt's Latest Singing Sensation](https://www.el-shai.com/all-about-farida-egypts-latest-singing-sensation/): Rozam Media announced via Twitter the start of Egyptian singer Farida&#8217;s production in cooperation with Rotana Music.  Farida is a young Egyptian singer who has a distinct Tarabi voice that everyone has praised.  The most prominent writers, composers, and music distributors participate in the album are Khaled Ezz, Tamer Hussein, Aziz El Shafei, Amr Mostafa, Amir Taaima, Muhammad Rahim, Bahaa El-Din Mohamed, Tamer Ashour, Nader Abdullah Khaled Taj El-Din, Nader Hamdy, Rami Gamal, Ahmed Al-Maliki, Ayman Bahjat Qamar, and many other artists.
- [شركة سوق دوت كوم تعقد اجتماعاً مع الجهاز القومي لتنظيم الاتصالات](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%83%d8%a9-%d8%b3%d9%88%d9%82-%d8%af%d9%88%d8%aa-%d9%83%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%82%d8%af-%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%8b/):  عقدت شركة سوق دوت كوم اجتماعاً مع الجهاز القومي لتنظيم الاتصالات لبحث آليات وضوابط بيع أجهزة الاتصالات في السوق المصري عبر منصتها الالكترونية وجاء ذلك ايماناً من الشركة بالدور الفعال الذي يلعبه الجهاز لمنع تداول الأجهزة الغير مطابقة للمواصفات العالمية التي تؤثر على جودة خدمات الاتصالات. هذا وقد أكد المهندس /حسام الجمل الرئيس التنفيذي للجهاز خلال الاجتماع أن الجهاز يعمل على الدعم الكامل لاستراتيجية التحول الرقمي والحفاظ على حقوق المستخدمين وضمان جودة الخدمات المقدمة إليهم. كما أعرب الجمل عن تقديره للمبادرة التي قامت بها الشركة للوقوف على الاليات والأطر التنظيمية المتعلقة بتداول أجهزة الاتصالات على منصتها. وقد أعرب السيد/ عمر الصاحي...
- [Nawal El Saadawi: 90 Years a Controversial Antihero!](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrate-nawal-el-saadawi-mourning-her-death/): Nawal El Saadawi has made a lot of changes in the Arab world. She is an Egyptian feminist writer, physician, and psychiatrist. She&#8217;s best known for her controversial writings and her defense of women&#8217;s rights! Her controversial writings and books covered the taboos of the Arab world; for example, covering prostitution, sexuality, and female genital mutilation (FGM)! Nawal El Saadawi: The Simone De Beauvoir of The Arab World! People always relate to her and describes her as the Simone De Beauvoir of the Arab world! However, she never liked this description as she views herself as more radical than Beauvoir. Besides, Beauvoir always...
- [Egyptian Feminist Icon Nawal El Saadawi Passes age 90](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-feminist-icon-nawal-el-saadawi-passes-at-age-90/): It is with great sadness that we bring to you the news of Nawal El Saadawi&#8217;s passing at 90 years old after a long battle with several health issues. El Saadawi is a true feminist icon in Egypt, the Middle East, and all over the world. She cleared the path for the rest of us, and her legacy will never be forgotten. Nawal El Saadawi was an Egyptian feminist writer, activist, physician, and psychiatrist. She has written many books on the subject of women in Islam, paying particular attention to female genital mutilation in her society. She founded and became president...
- [منتجع أتلانتس النخلة يقدم عرض استرداد رسوم تأشيرة الزيارة إلى الإمارات للقادمين من مصر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%ac%d8%b9-%d8%a3%d8%aa%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%b3-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d8%ae%d9%84%d8%a9-%d9%8a%d9%82%d8%af%d9%85-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%af/): أعلن منتجع أتلانتس النخلة في دبي، اليوم، إتاحة الفرصة لاسترداد رسوم تأشيرة الزيارة لجميع ضيوفه القادمين من جمهورية مصر العربية، والذين يعتزمون الإقامة في المنتجع لمدة ثلاث ليالٍ أو أكثر. وذلك اعتباراً من تاريخ اليوم وحتى 20 ديسمبر 2021، على أن يتم إنفاق الرسوم المستردة على مجموعة من التجارب داخل المنتجع.  للاستفادة من العرض، على المسافرين القادمين من مصر حجز الغرف لمدة ثلاث ليالٍ أو أكثر ابتداءً من تاريخه وحتى 15 أبريل، وأن يكون تاريخ الإقامة قبل 20 ديسمبر. وسيحصل الضيوف على مبلغ 350 درهماً إماراتياً للشخص الواحد، يمكن إنفاقه في جميع أنحاء المنتجع على تجارب الطهي من عددٍ من الطهاة...
- [Twitter and the American University of Dubai launch an Open Internet Partnership with Internet Society Middle East ‎](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-american-university-of-dubai-open-internet-society/): Twitter is partnering with the Mohammed Bin Rashid School for Communication (MBRSC) at the American University in Dubai (AUD) and the Internet Society Middle East to launch a series of undergraduate lectures focused on the Open Internet the first time in the Middle East and North Africa region.  The partnership is in line with the platform’s global commitment to advocate for the Open Internet and to advance open norms for journalists in the digital age. Commenting on the partnership, George Salama, Head of Public Policy and Government Relations, MENA, Twitter, said:&nbsp; “When it comes to Internet accessibility, the borderless nature of...
- [A look at The former house of gangster Al Capone Which hit the market for $14.9 million](https://www.el-shai.com/house-of-gangster-al-capone/): The Miami Beach mansion where the mob boss Al Capone planned the Valentine&#8217;s Day bloodbath of rival gang members and where he died officially belongs to someone else! The first time the estate went on the market since its restoration was in 2018, bringing most of the home&#8217;s historical designs and décor back to life. The estate of the legendary prohibition-era gangster was meticulously restored to a lot of its unique splendor following an intensive restoration in 2015 by Miami-based wealth and investment management company MB America. The notorious gangster bought the sunshine getaway in 1928 following his stint at Alcatraz....
- [بالفيديو: طرح أغنية تشيلسي لالفنان ماجد 22 مارس](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d8%ba%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%b4%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a-%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%af-22-%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%b3/): طرح الفنان ماجد الإعلان التشويقي لأول أغنياته بعنوان تشيلسي وعلق على الفيديو &#8221; تعرفني ؟ لأ ! طب قبل ما تحكم إقرا، أغنية.. تشيلسي.. ماجد 22/3&#8243;، وقال ماجد &#8220;اخترت أول ظهور لي كمغني بأغنية تشيلسي لأني اعتبرها أفضل كارت تعارف بيني وبين الجمهور سواء من الناحية الموسيقية كألحان أو في طريقة الكلام اللي هيتقال فيها&#8221; وأضاف ماجد أنه على الرغم من ظهروه السنيين الماضية كممثل محترف إلا أنه يقوم بالغناء منذ أن كان طفلاً وكان يعتبرها هوايته ولم يكن يفكر في أن ياخذها بشكل تجاري او محترف لكن ذلك تغير مع الوقت وشخصيتي الغنائية أقرب إلى شخصيتي الحقيقية لأن أغلب كلمات الأغاني كتبتها...
- [PrettyLittleThing Celebrates Launch of Arabic Website by Turning Burj Khalifa Pink](https://www.el-shai.com/prettylittlething-goes-to-dubai-and-turns-burj-khalifa-pink/): Dubai people, mark your calendars for Friday, 19th March. This day will mark a magical moment when the world&#8217;s tallest building and the epicenter of Dubai&#8217;s Burj Khalifa will be pretty in pink and lit up by fashion e-tailer PrettyLittleThing.&nbsp; Framed against the urban tapestry of Dubai&#8217;s cosmopolitan city, the skyscraper will illuminate with lights to celebrate&nbsp;PrettyLittleThing&#8217;s&nbsp;Arabic website launch. With elegant pink hues, the PrettyLittleThing projection will be anything but little. They are accentuating the dimensions of the world&#8217;s tallest building and celebrating this fashion powerhouse&#8217;s online presence in the MENA region to a global audience, having all eyes on PrettyLittleThing!...
- [المصريين عنصريين وجه الوقت اننا نتكلم في الموضوع ده](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%88%d8%ac%d9%87-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d9%82%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%86%d8%a7-%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%83%d9%84%d9%85/): خلينا الاول نبتدي بتوضيح بجملة &#8220;مش كل المصريين عنصريين&#8221; قبل ما اي حد يستخدمها كعذر للجدال. و عشان كتير مش عارفين ولا فاهمين ده بس يؤسفني اقول ان المصريين عنصريين فعلا. من غير كلام كتير دي حقيقة محتاجين نتقبلها قبل ما نحاول نصلحها. امبارح احنا شوفنا حملة او اعلان &#8220;البوادي&#8221; عن منتج العسل بتاعهم اللي احنا بنسميه هنا &#8220;العسل الاسود&#8221;. الاعلان ده ابتدئ يتعارض عشان المضمون بتاعه والوصف بتاعه اللي هو &#8220;ايوة اسود بس عسل&#8221; وبدل ما شركة البوادي تعتذر عن سوء الفهم ده او حتى تزيف تعاطفها عشان العلاقات العامة، نزلوا بيان بما معناه &#8220;اعلى ما في خيرك اركبوا&#8221; ورفضوا...
- [Egyptians are Racist and it's Time We Start Calling it Out!](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptians-are-racist/): Let me start with an obligatory &#8220;not all Egyptians are racist&#8221; clarification before anyone uses this as an excuse to argue.  Yeah, obviously. With that out of the way, it&#8217;s time to call it what it is and say: Egyptians are racist.  No long introduction, no nothing. It&#8217;s a fact that we need to accept before trying to fix it.&nbsp; Let us start by why we decided to write this article. Yesterday we came across a campaign by El Bawadi for their honey sugarcane honey, which we call &#8220;Black Honey&#8221; in Arabic. The campaign has been called out for its racist tagline:...
- [Amir El-Masry and Sofia Boutella join BBC Series "SAS: Rogue Heroes"](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-sofia-boutella-sas-rogue-heroes/): According to the BBC, Egyptian actor, Amir El-Masry and French-Algerian actress Sofia Boutella have been cast in&nbsp;SAS: Rogue Heroes&nbsp;by Steven Knight. Filming is underway on BBC One drama series &#8220;SAS: Rogue Heroes,&#8221; from &#8220;Peaky Blinders&#8221; creator&nbsp;Steven Knight. Based on&nbsp;Ben Macintyre&#8217;s&nbsp;best-selling book of the same name, &#8220;SAS: Rogue Heroes&#8221; is a dramatized account of how a Special Forces unit, the SAS, was formed under extraordinary events WWII. Connor Swindells&nbsp;(Sex Education) will star the series as David Stirling, an eccentric young officer determined for action after being hospitalized during a training exercise accident in Cairo, 1941. Convinced that the army commando units are...
- [Riham El-Adl: On Taking Chances and Following your Dream](https://www.el-shai.com/riham-el-adl-taking-chances-following-your-dream/): At El-Shai, we&#8217;re avid supporters of following your dreams, even if it means a major career shift!&nbsp;This is why we were very excited to have the chance to interview abstract artist Riham El-Adl. If you&#8217;ve worked in media, then you must know who Riham El-Adl is!&nbsp; She spent almost 18 years working in PR agencies in Egypt, Dubai, and San Francisco. Riham El-Adl was the General Manager at Hill+Knowlton Strategies in Egypt, one of the region&#8217;s biggest PR agencies. Additionally, Riham served as PR Director for El Gouna Film Festival. Two years ago, Riham decided to quit and become a painter,...
- [لأول مرة في مصر للبنات فقط تصفيات "ريد بُل  نيمار جونيورز فايف" بوادي دجلة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%af-%d8%a8%d9%8f%d9%84-%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%b2-%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%8a%d9%81/): تنظم شركة ريد بُل، مسابقة لأول مرة في مصر تحت عنوان &#8220;ريد بُل  نيمار جونيورز فايف&#8220;، في التاسعة صباحاً بنادي وادي دجلة المعادي، يأتي ذلك فى إطار دعم مواهب المرأة في رياضة كرة القدم النسائية.   &#8220;ريد بُل نيمار جونيورز فايف&#8221;، هي البطولة الاكبر للكرة الخماسية في العالم، تصفيات مصر،  حيث تقدم لها أكثر من 400,000 لاعب من 75 بلد حول العالم ، وبيتنافسوا على اللقب العالمي في البرازيل.   تفاصيل &#8220;ريد بُل  نيمار جونيورز فايف&#8221; وعن تفاصيل اللعبة، فهي عبارة عن مواجهه بين فريقين، يضم كلاً منهم 5 لاعبين على ملعب خماسي بدون حارس مرمي، وعند أحراز فريق هدف يتم...
- [Noor Riyadh Festival:  citywide festival of light and art with Over 60 global artists](https://www.el-shai.com/noor-riyadh-festival-light-art-60-global-artists/): Noor Riyadh festival runs from March 18-June 12 with a Citywide installation program from March 18-April 3. The&nbsp;Light Upon Light: Light Art since the 1960s exhibition and citywide activities run from March 18- June 12. Festival line-up includes international icons Daniel Buren, Carsten Höller, Ilya &amp; Emilia Kabakov, Yayoi Kusama, Dan Flavin and Robert Wilson, alongside Saudi artists Ahmed Mater, Lulwah Al Homoud, Ayman Zedani, Rashed AlShashai and Maha Malluh The theme of ‘Under One Sky’ is chosen for the festival as a symbol of unity Noor Riyadh, one of the world’s&nbsp;most exciting festivals of light and art combining the highest...
- [احسن 10 بودكاست عربي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%b3%d9%86-%d8%b9%d8%b4%d8%b1-%d8%a8%d9%88%d8%af%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%aa-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%8a/): البودكاست العربي حاز على انتشار كبير الفترة الاخيرة ديه وناس كتير اقبلت عليه وده لانه سهل الوصول إليه والتعلم من خلاله وكمان الاستمتاع بيه. خلينا الأول نعرف ايه هو البودكاست؟ البودكاست هو المعنى الحرفي ليه انه تدوين صوتي, يعني ايه؟ يعني قناة تعتمد على التسجيل الصوتي فسهل ان اي يعمل قناة ويبتدي يعلم من خلالها أو يتكلم عن أي حاجة تخص المجتمع أو مشاكل حياتية وممكن كمان قصص رعب زي أحمد يونس كده الحلو اللي فيها أنها مش بتحتاج تركيز عالي ممكن تبقى في الشغل أو بتعمل حاجة وحاطت السماعات في ودانك وبتسمع ومستتمتع ومش بتستهلك نت كتير زي الفيديوهات !تعالوا...
- [6 Tips Egyptian Businesses MUST Know to Adapt This Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/6-tips-egyptian-businesses-adapt-this-ramadan/): The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the way people live, connect, shop, and discover.&nbsp; This was more evident during Ramadan, a period of introspection and celebration for nearly 2 billion people.&nbsp; During Ramadan, people want to come together, whether virtually or socially distanced, to share joy with loved ones.&nbsp; Despite inevitable differences in recent years, we will see the emergence of discoveries and shopping behaviors. To better understand the behaviors of people who observe Ramadan and who shop for this season, Facebook IQ, Facebook&#8217;s insights and research division, in partnership with YouGov, a global public opinion and data company, has unveiled...
- [It's Heartbreaking We're Excited Egypt's Adding Surveillance Cameras in Trains](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-adding-surveillance-camera-in-trains/): During our brief mental health break, several incidents surrounding women&#8217;s abuse have surfaced. One incident involved a man who was caught on video masturbating in front of a woman in the women&#8217;s cart. While this particular incident was caught on camera, it&#8217;s safe to say it&#8217;s more common than we&#8217;d like to think. As a result, the Egyptian government is now considering&nbsp;installing cameras in all trains&nbsp;to monitor sexual harassment and crimes. More about the sexual harassment incident in the Cairo Metro: Just like the&nbsp;Mohamed Gawdat&nbsp;case, the authorities didn&#8217;t take much time to handle the situation.&nbsp; According to&nbsp;Egypt independent, only a day after...
- [Spotify Hosts Its 1st Women-Only Masterclass With Legendary Latifa](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-hosts-women-only-masterclass-latifa/): Spotify is hosting its first-ever, female-only masterclass on March 21, with the aim to educate creators about Spotify For Artists. Emphasizing playlists and artist growth, this special installment is perfect for all those eager to discover the knowledge, tools and best practices to help raise their profile and find their audience on the world&#8217;s most popular audio streaming service. Arab superstar and Godmother of the initiative, Latifa, will host a special guest spot to share her story, offering creators valuable tips and advice. The initiative launched late last year as Spotify’s inaugural women-in-music initiative for the Middle East and North Africa...
- [How To Get and Style Curly Hair For Men!](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-get-and-style-curly-hair-for-men/): If you&#8217;re a man and have straight hair and wonder how you can have curly hair this article is for you! Also, if you already have&nbsp;curly hair&nbsp;and want to know how to take care of it, this is for you as well! And don&#8217;t think that taking care of the hair is for the girls only, it&#8217;s for men too and everyone who cares for their appearance. Smash the toxic masculinity thoughts and read this article! First and foremost, How can you get curly hair for men!&nbsp; You may be wondering how a man can get his hair curly if it&#8217;s...
- [Oscar-Nominated short-Film “The Present” Coming to Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/oscar-nominated-short-film-the-present-netflix/): “The Present”, nominated for the 93rd Academy Awards for “Best Live-action short film&#8221; category, will be streaming exclusively on Netflix on March 18th. The film is directed by the Palestinian- British director Farah Nabulsi, marking her directional debut and starring renowned actor Saleh Bakri. “The Present&#8221; is produced by Philistine Films, and with Farah Nabulsi as the executive producer along with the producer Ossama Bawardi. The short movie centers around a Palestinian man and his young daughter who set out in the West Bank to buy his wife a gift, showcasing the struggles they go through between soldiers, segregated roads, and...
- [The Best Mothers Day Gifts for 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/the-best-mothers-day-gifts-for-2021/): Mother&#8217;s Day is not just a day on which you bring your mother some gifts only! You should also appreciate your mama and show how much you love her and admire what she does for you. However, some gifts would be an excellent addition to your love and appreciation as well, and Jumia is bringing you great options and offers for this day. We have selected for you some of the best Mothers Day Gifts for 2021! Let us start with Fragrances for Mothers Day:  Victoria&#8217;s Secret Pure Seduction Fragrance Mist &#8211; 250ml This one smells good and stays on the...
- [Dear Parents, Your Kids Are NOT Your Therapists](https://www.el-shai.com/dear-parents-your-kids-are-not-your-therapists/): I understand that as teens, we always want to be there for our parents. They have done so much for us, and we want to do the same for them as we get older. However, we often forget that it is not our job.  Don&#8217;t get me wrong; it&#8217;s good to be there for your parents and have a friendship-like relationship with them. What&#8217;s not okay is burdening your kids with &#8220;adult&#8221; problems.  No household doesn&#8217;t go through problems or marital disagreements. Involving your kids in them is a big no-no.  If you are a parent, it is your job to...
- [Ora Developers Partners with Sawiris Foundation for Social Development (SFSD)](https://www.el-shai.com/ora-developers-sawiris-foundation-development/): Ora Developers, one of Egypt’s leading Real Estate companies, has signed an agreement with The Sawiris Foundation for Social Development (SFSD), one of the first national donor foundations in Egypt, to create a unique and beneficial partnership that aims to integrate marginalized individuals into their communities and provide them with opportunities for empowerment in order to realize their full potential. The signing was at ZED Park, attended by Mrs. Wafaa Lotaief, the Chairman and Mr. Haitham Abdel Azim, Chief Executive Officer of Ora Developers, as well as Eng. Naguib Sawiris, Founder and Vice-Chairman of the Board of Sawiris Foundation for Social...
- [Netflix's RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness launch date and first look!](https://www.el-shai.com/resident-evil-infinite-darkness-release-date/): Resident Evil is coming to Netflix for its 25th anniversary with RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness! Resident Evil is the gold standard of survival horror video games. The game has over 100 million units shipped worldwide. RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness will launch solely on Netflix later in 2021 Capcom&#8217;s Hiroyuki Kobayashi, who brought quite a few titles within the Resident Evil series to life, will produce the new anime series. TMS Entertainment, which has birthed numerous anime series like &#8220;Lupin the 3rd&#8221; and &#8220;Detective Conan&#8220;, its primary production, with Quebico, led by Kei Miyamoto (Resident Evil: Vendetta), in charge of 3DCG animation....
- [How To Use Negative Emotions To Your Advantage!](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-use-negative-emotions-to-your-advantage/): Aren&#8217;t we all exposed to different types of negative emotions everyday? Don&#8217;t we all want to get rid of those negative emotions so that we could have better mental health? First, we need to acknowledge those negative emotions. Sadness, anger, fear, self-criticism, loneliness, jealousy, fear, insecurities and rejections. Those are the negative emotions that one experience; they don&#8217;t just come from other people, they could come from your own self! With acknowledging them, how they come to us? First, from ourselves! Don&#8217;t you torture yourself and overthink every night until you fall asleep overwhelmed by those negative emotions? Or are you...
- [Netflix testing new feature to crack down on password sharing](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-feature-crack-down-password-sharing/): If you&#8217;re using your friend&#8217;s friend&#8217;s friend&#8217;s Netflix account, we have some bad news for ya! Netflix is currently testing a new feature that could help it crack down on password sharing.&nbsp; They&#8217;re rolling out alerts asking users to verify they are authorized to watch on the account to keep watching. According to Netflix&#8217;s&nbsp;terms of service, passwords may not be shared with individuals beyond your household.&#8221; &#8220;This test is designed to help ensure that people using Netflix accounts are authorized to do so,&#8221; a Netflix spokesperson said in a statement.&nbsp; When a user selects their profile on a shared Netflix account,...
- [Breaking: Massive fire breaks in Obour, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/breaking-massive-fire-breaks-in-obour-egypt/): A massive fire erupted in Obour, Egypt today, taking the lives of 20 people so far, and injured 24. If you know anyone hurt by the fire, contact Ahl Masr Foundation immediately. Contact Ahl Masr at 16863 And if you can&#8217;t donate, please do as soon as you can. The foundation will be in dire need of all the help that they can get. Donation link to Ahl Masr&nbsp;here
- [Nicolas Mouawad Announces his Marriage through a Romantic Video on Social Media](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-announces-his-marriage-through-a-romantic-video-on-social-media/): Sorry ladies, but your favourite Lebanese hunk Nicolas Mouawad is officially off the market once and for all. Nicolas announced his marriage via social media with a oh so romantic video with his newly wife. Take notes, men! While we&#8217;re slightly jealous of their romance, we can&#8217;t help but feel happy for the couple. Nicolas Mouawad is currently preparing to film his role in the series “Ala El Helw w Al Mora” during the coming period. Nicolas Mouawad will be joined by Dana Mardini, Pamela Alkak, Joe Tard, Carmen Lebbos, Salma Al Masry and Mohammad Kheir al-Jarrah. The series will have 60 episodes and...
- [Intel to Collaborate with Microsoft on DARPA Program](https://www.el-shai.com/intel-collaborate-microsoft-darpa-program/): Intel announced that it signed an&nbsp;agreement&nbsp;with&nbsp;the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency&nbsp;(DARPA) to perform its Data Protection in Virtual Environments (DPRIVE) program.&nbsp; The program aims to develop an accelerator for fully homomorphic encryption (FHE).&nbsp; Microsoft is the key cloud ecosystem and homomorphic encryption partner leading the commercial adoption of the technology once developed by testing it in its cloud offerings, including Microsoft Azure and the Microsoft JEDI cloud, with the U.S. government.&nbsp; The multiyear program represents a cross-team effort across multiple Intel groups, including Intel Labs, the Design Engineering Group and the Data Platforms Group, to tackle &#8220;the final frontier&#8221; in data...
- [The Full Story of the Maadi Pedophile, Mohamed Gawdat](https://www.el-shai.com/the-full-story-the-maadi-pedophile-mohamed-gawdat/): A video has been circulating on social media, showing a man in a residential building in Maadi, Cairo, sexually assault a child.&nbsp; In the video, we see a worker in a lab office based in the building where the assault happened, catch the man in the act. We later see the child gets away from the situation. The residents are seen, however, letting the man go. Later, the woman who confronted the pedophile shared the video on social media to identify him. The footage shows the man sexually assault the child, with no room for any misunderstanding. The Identification and Arrest:&nbsp;...
- [5 Essential Things You Can Learn About Artificial Intelligence](https://www.el-shai.com/5-essential-things-you-can-learn-about-artificial-intelligence/): Google in collaboration with the Oxford Internet Institute launched today ‘The A to Z of AI’ in Arabic, with an objective to make information on Artificial Intelligence more universally accessible. It’s a series of simple, bite-sized explainers to help everyone understand what AI is, how it works and how it’s changing the world. Search interest for ‘artificial intelligence’ related queries on Google Search has grown due to the growing number of jobs requiring AI skills across the Middle East and North Africa in the last few months. While there’s plenty of information out there on AI, it’s not always easy to distinguish fact from fiction...
- [Expert Alert: The importance of preventing, screening for chronic kidney disease](https://www.el-shai.com/preventing-screening-for-chronic-kidney-disease/): People with chronic kidney disease may not feel sick or notice symptoms. But it is a global health concern, with an estimated 1.1 million deaths worldwide. World Kidney Day is March 11, and this day is an opportunity to bring awareness to this condition. Awareness is critical because people with chronic kidney disease infected with COVID-19 are at higher risk for serious illness. Chronic kidney disease describes the gradual loss of kidney function. Your kidneys filter wastes and excess fluids from your blood, which are then excreted in your urine. When chronic kidney disease reaches an advanced stage, dangerous levels of...
- [أسرة حرب أهلية تحتفل بعيد ميلاد النجمة يسرا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%ad%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d8%a3%d9%87%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%85%d8%a9/): احتفل اليوم فريق عمل مسلسل حرب أهلية بعيد ميلاد النجمة يسرا ، حيث فاجئت شركة العدل جروب وأسرة المسلسل الفنانة بتورتة عيد ميلادها داخل لوكيشن العمل والتى كانت من تصميم Evoke by Rawia Baroudy. وكذلك تفاجىت يسرا بحضور مجموعة كبيرة من أصدقائها وصديقاتها من داخل وخارج الوسط الفني. فيما حرصت الإعلامية بوسى شلبي على إحضار تورتة خاصة لصديقتها يسرا ، وتم الحفل في أجواء من البهجة والسعادة. على صعيد متصل يستأنف فريق عمل المسلسل تصوير مشاهده وذلك داخل أحد الفلل بمنطقة شبرامنت ، &#8220;حرب أهلية&#8221;، اخراج سامح عبد العزيز ومن تأليف أحمد عادل وإنتاج جمال العدل وبطولة يسرا باسل خياط أروي...
- [Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards (EEA): Ready to meet, connect, thrive, aspire and inspire?](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-entrepreneur-awards-eea-inspire/): On a day filled with promising opportunities for the aspiringly arising entrepreneurs from various fields of expertise, EEA, Egypt’s Entrepreneur Awards, has gathered top thriving entrepreneurial pioneers over a brunch on Saturday 6th of March 2021 to celebrate the launch of the first edition of the awards ceremony taking place in May. Among those remarkably reputable figures were the official members of the event’s advisory board, to provide the people of the now with the needed recognition and acknowledgement, including: Ahmed El Sewedy, President &amp; CEO of El Sewedy Electric Aladdin Saba, Founder Partner of BPE Partners Ahmed Habib, President &amp;...
- [Amir El-Masry's Movie Limbo Nominated for 2 BAFTA Awards](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masrys-movie-nominated-for-2-bafta-awards/): The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced the 2021 nominations list, and the nominations included two awards for the movie Limbo, starring Amir El-Masry. The movie is nominated for Outstanding British film, and Outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer for Ben Sharrock (writer/director) and Irune Gurtubai (producer). In 2020, the BAFTAS chose Amir El-Masry as one of BAFTA Breakthrough participants, become the first star of Egyptian origin to join this list after a long repertoire of total 24 international works since 2013. El-Masry was also nominated for his role in Limbo for a BIFA...
- [Viu debuts new Arabic Original Series Wadi Al-Jinn](https://www.el-shai.com/viu-debuts-new-arabic-original-series-wadi-al-jinn/): Viu, PCCW&#8217;s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, has aired its latest Arabic Viu Original, Wadi Al-Jinn. An original concept by the Viu production team executed by iProductions, the fictional series follows four college students who explore the mysterious caves of Wadi Al-Jinn and find themselves in a hidden underworld dominated by evil forces. Wadi Al-Jinn boasts a leading cast from Egypt, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Syria. Wadi Al-Jinn features rising stars Youssef Othman, Layla Ahmed Zaher, Roa Channouha and Mohsen Mansour. The risings stars are supported by prominent actors, including Khaled Kamal, Firas Sa&#8217;id, Cynthia Khalifeh, and special appearances...
- [Celebrating International Women’s Day With Spotify's New Campaign: EQUAL](https://www.el-shai.com/international-womens-day-spotifys-equal/): Spotify is launching today EQUAL &#8211; Spotify’s new global commitment dedicated to fostering equity for women in audio and celebrating their contributions. Spotify EQUAL will shine a spotlight on women artists locally, regionally, and internationally through global partnerships, activations, new content experiences, and on and off platform support. To hear more, check out this video manifesto. Back in November 2020, Spotify launched SAWTIK, its inaugural women-in-music initiative for the Middle East and North Africa to amplify the voices of emerging female artists, where Arab superstar Latifa joined as the initiative’s godmother. Under EQUAL, SAWTIK artists will be given the opportunity to...
- [Celebrating International Women’s Day with 3 Egyptian Women who are Uber Captains!](https://www.el-shai.com/international-women-day-egyptian-women-uber/): In celebration of International Women&#8217;s Day on March 8, Uber extends its appreciation to all women, whether they are company employees or women drivers, sharing three inspiring stories of defiant women who were able to turn their challenges into success stories.&nbsp; Soheir, from Sinai, lost her husband and faced the conservative traditions Soheir had two children and was expecting her third when she lost her husband. There are conservative traditions of North Sinai about working women, and widows usually return to their family’s home when the husband passes away. Facing life’s hardships alone, Soheir knocked on all doors to find a...
- [Against all odds: How 5 Middle Eastern 'womentrepreneurs' Used Social Media to start their businesses](https://www.el-shai.com/middle-eastern-womentrepreneurs-social-media/): Across the globe, entrepreneurs and small businesses, especially &#8220;womentrepreneurs&#8221;, have been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 crisis. As they searched for new and creative ways to reach their audiences, many turned to digital tools to help them shift their presence online. As part of its broader #LoveLocal initiative, Facebook encourages wider community support for small and medium businesses (SMBs) across the MENA region who have shown a sense of resilience through their determination to succeed. This International Women&#8217;s Day, Facebook is shining the light on five Arab female entrepreneurs who have overcome unforeseen obstacles by finding support through the...
- [Full Performer Lineup for the 63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards](https://www.el-shai.com/erformer-lineup-63rd-annual-grammy-awards/): Today the Recording Academy announced the full lineup for the&nbsp;63rd Annual GRAMMY Awards. Performers include&nbsp;Bad Bunny,&nbsp;Black Pumas,&nbsp;Cardi B,&nbsp;BTS,&nbsp;Brandi Carlile,&nbsp;DaBaby,&nbsp;Doja Cat,&nbsp;Billie Eilish,&nbsp;Mickey Guyton,&nbsp;HAIM,&nbsp;Brittany Howard,&nbsp;Miranda Lambert,&nbsp;Lil Baby,&nbsp;Dua Lipa,&nbsp;Chris Martin,&nbsp;John Mayer,&nbsp;Megan Thee Stallion,&nbsp;Maren Morris,&nbsp;Post Malone,&nbsp;Roddy Ricch,&nbsp;Harry Styles, and&nbsp;Taylor Swift.&nbsp; Artists will be coming together, while still safely apart, to play music for each other as a community and celebrate the music that unites us all. Additionally, Music&#8217;s Biggest Night® will pay tribute to the independent venues, which the pandemic has dramatically impacted.&nbsp; From bartenders to box office managers, those who work day-to-day at the Troubadour (Los Angeles), The Hotel Café (Los Angeles), the Apollo...
- [أبلة فاهيتا من سانت فاتيما إلى العالمية: صور حصرية من مسلسل دراما كوين](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d8%a8%d9%84%d8%a9-%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%8a%d8%aa%d8%a7-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%b3%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa-%d9%81%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%8a%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%a5%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a/): كشفت أبلة فاهيتا عن صور حصرية من مسلسلها الجديد &#8220;أبلة فاهيتا: دراما كوين&#8221; قبل طرحه يوم ١٥ مارس على نتفليكس. يقدم مسلسل  دراما كوين لأول مرة عائلة أبلة فاهيتا (كارو وبودي) في قصة حافلة بدراما كوميدية مليئة بالإثارة والأكشن والإستعراض، ويعد أول أعمال أبلة فاهيتا الدرامية على الإطلاق حيث يعرض الجانب الإنساني لها ولاسرتها مع الكثير من التحولات الدرامية في ٦ حلقات. علقت أبلة فاهيتا عن أول عمل درامي لها قائلة &#8220;تجربتي في المسلسل ده مختلفة خالص.. صحيح كل واحد فينا جواه دراما كوين، بس انا الوحيدة اللي بذكائي وشطارتي قدرت اخد درامتي وحولتها لمسلسل عالمي ودولارات. وبدل ما كنت من...
- [Drawing Equality: Mashrabia Gallery is celebrating International Women's Day](https://www.el-shai.com/drawing-equality-mashrabia-gallery/): Art is stepping up for gender equality at our gallery once again after &#8220;My Favorite Things&#8221;! In collaboration with the Spanish Cooperation in Egypt and Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain in Cairo, Mashrabia Gallery (@mashrabiagallery) is celebrating International Women&#8217;s Day (IWD) this year by gladly hosting the “Drawing Equality” Exhibition from the 2nd till the 8th of March at our space Mashrabia Annex in 10 Mahmoud Bassiouny St., 6th Floor, Downtown. Drawing Equality is a shared learning experience in which the participants explore how gender and gender inequality has an impact on their artistic work, and how their work can...
- [American Research Centre In Egypt (ARCE) Launch New Projects](https://www.el-shai.com/american-research-centre-egypt-arce-new-projects/): Given its dedication to promoting Egypt’s cultural heritage, the American research centre in Egypt (ARCE) announces the launch of “preserving Egypt’s layered history” in the Google arts&amp; culture app. In addition, it announces the relaunch of the new Theban mapping project (TMP) website. &#8220;Preserving Egypt’s layered history&#8221; in Google arts&amp; culture. You can explore the tomb of Menna in 3D from your home, and you can also go on a virtual tour at the Aslam Al Silahdar Mosque. Since we are all locked in houses, quarantined and working remotely, you can easily use the google arts application to learn about the...
- [Saad Lamjarred is set to return to the Court of Appeal  in Paris for Rape Alligations](https://www.el-shai.com/saad-lamjarred-court-paris-rape-alligations/): Moroccan singer Saad Lamjarred is set to return to the Court of Appeal in Paris for the alleged rape of a French woman, Laura Prioul. The case dates back to October 26, 2016. The decision to re-open the case comes months after the court ruled that Lamjarred should appear before the criminal court for his alleged involvement in the rape of Prioul, who accused him of raping her. The rapist faced a huge backlash from Egyptians last year when he was invited to perform a concert amidst the Egyptian&nbsp;#Metoo&nbsp;movement. Lamjarred, however, was sadly supported by numerous celebrities who shamelessly supported a...
- [OXFORD BUSINESS GROUP LAUNCHES EGYPT COVID-19 CEO SURVEY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TATWEER MISR AND GAT](https://www.el-shai.com/oxford-business-group-launches-egypt-covid-19-ceo-survey-in-partnership-with-tatweer-misr-and-gat/): Egypt’s businesses have begun increasing the tempo of their operations in recent IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TATWEER MISR AND GAT, buoyed by the country’s prospects for economic recovery, with newly adopted digital solutions and access to credit helping them to elevate their performance, according to a new Covid-19 CEO Survey carried out by the global research and advisory company Oxford Business Group (OBG) in association with the real estate company Tatweer Misr, the leading Egyptian real estate Company, and the Global Appraisal Tech (GAT). Titled “Next steps: After a historic year, where do Egyptian business leaders see things heading in 2021?”, the...
- [Tatweer Misr launches its latest D-Bay project in the North Coast](https://www.el-shai.com/tatweer-misr-launches-d-bay-project-north-coast/): As part of its strategy to increase its geographical footprint across the country, &#8220;Tatweer Misr&#8220;, the leading Egyptian Real Estate company, announced its expansions in the North Coast, following its success in the area. The company aims to develop a 200-acres land in partnership with “Kayan for Real Estate Development”, under the name of “D-Bay”, on the Mediterranean with initial investments exceeding EGP 7 Billon. D-Bay aims to increase Tatweer Misr’s overall land bank with approximately 845,000 sqm, adding up to more than 5.8 million sqm. The development is set to be located overlooking the crystal blue Mediterranean Sea with an...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Reveals the Dates of Its 2021 Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-dates-of-its-2021-edition/): Celebrating 5 years as one of the leading film festivals in the MENA region,&nbsp;El Gouna Film Festival (GFF)&nbsp;continues its mission to reinforce and promote cinema in the Middle East and beyond by announcing the dates of its 5th&nbsp;edition, scheduled to take place from&nbsp;October 14&nbsp;-22, 2021&nbsp;in&nbsp;El Gouna. The&nbsp;5th&nbsp;edition of&nbsp;GFF&nbsp;will follow the same approach that has been adopted in the past 4 years by the festival team, thanks to the continuous support of filmmakers and Arab and international cinema professionals, or the public, media and critical rallying. The 2020 edition was the first public event to take place at the site of the...
- [Thunder Force: First Look at Melissa McCarthy and Octavia Spencer New Superhero Flick on Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/thunder-force-melissa-mccarthy-octavia-spencer/): Netflix released the official trailer for &#8220;Thunder Force,&#8221; which stars Melissa McCarthy and Octavia Spencer as best friends with newly acquired superpowers. The movie will be streaming exclusively on Netflix starting April 9. The superhero comedy is directed by Ben Falcone, who previously collaborated s with McCarthy on movies like &#8220;Tammy,&#8221; &#8220;The Boss,&#8221; &#8220;Life of the Party&#8221;, and HBO Max&#8217;s &#8220;Superintelligence.&#8221; The movie is set to be a satire take on superhero movies. The trailer sees Lydia (McCarthy) reunite with her childhood finest pal, Emily Stanton (Spencer), a profitable scientist who has created expertise that grants regular people superpowers. After being...
- [Bee'ah Launches Operations in Egypt's Inspiring City of the Future, the New Administrative Capital](https://www.el-shai.com/beeah-operations-egypt-new-administrative-capital/): Bee&#8217;ah, the Middle East&#8217;s award-winning sustainability pioneer, commenced waste management and city cleaning operations in one of the most ambitious projects in the region, Egypt&#8217;s New Administrative Capital, marking the milestone launch of the upcoming transformational hub. Bee&#8217;ah, based on its considerable experience and proven track record for delivering sustainability results in the UAE and KSA, was awarded the contract in 2020 to support Egypt&#8217;s new megacity. This will be the Middle East&#8217;s transformative new cultural and economic metropolis housing an estimated 6.5 million people once all development phases have been completed. &#8220;We are pleased to announce the commencement of our...
- [Why you need to Start Your Morning with Cardamom Coffee, and the Fastest Way to Make it](https://www.el-shai.com/bonjorno-coffee-mix-5amseena-me7awega-cardamom/): Just because we&#8217;re called &#8220;El-Shai,&#8221; it doesn&#8217;t mean that we don&#8217;t appreciate coffee. Coffee is important, and we have to admit that we won&#8217;t have been able to pull off the allnighters spent to launch this website without it. Because of that, we wanted to give a quick nod to coffee and share with our readers why your morning coffee is important.&nbsp; Before we get into the details, we all know that excessive coffee is unhealthy. Trust us. We know. Luckily, we found a hack that can make your coffee a lot healthier, and more importantly, tastier! Cardamom&#8230; I think we...
- [Personal Development Scams: When Self-Help Turns into an Addiction](https://www.el-shai.com/personal-development-scams-self-help-addiction/): As a millennial, I grew up in a generation obsessed with self-help and personal development. We&#8217;ve all read at least one self-help book and binged watched some Tedx talks, or even attended a personal development workshop. We follow influencers and motivational speakers, who dedicate their lives on social media to help their followers. The self-help industry has been going on for years &#8211; even decades. You read a book or watch a youtube video about personal development, and now you feel inspired. Start eating healthy, you meditate and work out. You plan your day and have an optimistic approach. You have...
- [VOX Cinemas Becomes more inclusive and accessible by launching Sensory Friendly Screenings](https://www.el-shai.com/vox-cinemas-accessible-sensory-friendly-screenings/): VOX Cinemas in Egypt has introduced Sensory Friendly Screenings, a unique cinema experience that has been designed to make moviegoing more inclusive and accessible.&nbsp; The weekly screenings, which were launched across the United Arab Emirates in January, are adapted in various ways so children with sensory sensitivities can enjoy the latest releases with their family and friends in a comfortable and welcoming environment. To reduce overstimulation, Sensory Friendly Screenings feature adjustments, including reduced audio volume, dimmed lighting for the duration of the film, the removal of trailers and a smaller number of guests in the auditorium.&nbsp; Families can also bring their...
- [In Numbers: How Uber Bus is navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://www.el-shai.com/uber-bus-is-navigating-the-covid-19-pandemic/): Uber Bus expanded its route network to 4X in one year  As part of recovery, Bus introduces unlimited trips subscription packages with 65% reduced fare to become more affordable for riders Bus witnessed a 15% increase in demand in back-to-school season  Uber shared for the first time how its mass transport product &#8211; Bus &#8211; responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, having to temporarily alter its business strategies to scale down its operations during the outbreak. The company revealed that, despite the challenges, it was able to grow its routes network 4x in one year by connecting central Cairo with outskirts like...
- [Twitter introduces labels for the COVID-19 vaccine as it continues its fight against misinformation](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-labels-covid-19-vaccine-misinformation/): As the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines expands, people continue to turn to Twitter to find the latest authoritative public health information. Continuing its efforts to remove harmful and misleading information from the platform, Twitter will now be applying labels to Tweets that may contain misleading information about COVID-19 vaccines. Starting today, labels will appear in the account’s display language and may link to either the curated content tab and the official public health information or the Twitter Rules page. Twitter’s team will initially apply labels to content that violates Twitter’s policies. Those assessments will be used to further inform Twitter’s automated...
- [Here's why former French president Nicolas Sarkozy was Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison!](https://www.el-shai.com/former-french-president-nicolas-sarkozy-prison/): Paris court sentences the former French president Nicolas Sarkozy for three years in Jail, two of which are suspended. The 66-year-old man has served as the president of France from 2007 to 2012.This week, the French court announced its decision to hold Nicolas Sarkozy responsible for committing acts of corruption and breaking French law. Although Nicolas Sarkozy is allowed to spend the term at home, his image as a former president will definitely be affected. It all started when Sarkozy initiated a &#8220;corruption pact&#8221; with a French judge, demanding some secret information about a case brought against him. In exchange, the...
- [Ford Donate EGP600,000 For Vital Education and Healthcare Supplies for SWVL Captains Children](https://www.el-shai.com/ford-fund-education-healthcare-supplies-for-swvl/): Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Ford Motor Company has dedicated considerable resources to assist global communities and humanitarian organisations involved in helping the most vulnerable members of our society. As part of its partnership with Cairo-based ride-sharing service SWVL, Ford Motor Company Fund – the philanthropic arm of Ford – has extended its community support by donating EGP600,000 to the Egyptian Association for Educational Resources (E-ERA) – an organisation that promotes children’s education and provides a variety of programs and activities to develop the students’ characters and leadership skills. “This year has been especially hard on families whose breadwinners work in jobs...
- [beIN launches new packages and TV channels ahead of Ramadan and 2021’s scintillating summer of sport](https://www.el-shai.com/bein-launches-new-packages-and-tv-channels-ramadan/): Brand new sports and entertainment channels join beIN’s family favourites and on-demand options, with new packages giving better value to subscribers, including access to the AFCON 2022, CAF Champions League, English Premier League, UEFA Champions League and FIFA World Cup 2022&nbsp; In a milestone moment for the global sports and entertainment broadcaster, beIN MEDIA GROUP has announced a host of upgraded packages for its millions of subscribers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA); combining brand new content and family favourites to suit every viewer’s needs – as well as an exciting facelift to the User Interface (UI) on its...
- [Abla Fahita: Drama Queen - First Look At The Official TRAILER  from Netflix!](https://www.el-shai.com/abla-fahita-drama-queen-trailer-netflix/): “Abla Fahita: Drama Queen&#8220;, Netflix’s upcoming Arabic original series, is set to air on March 15, 2021 only on Netflix. The series co-stars Abla Fahita’s family, Caro and Boudi, in addition to the stars Bassem Samra, Donia Maher, Zeina Mansour, Rehab Hussein, Osama Abdallah. Abla Fahita: Drama Queen consists of 6 episodes full of an action packed comedy drama, which is considered as Abla Fahita’s first foyer into the drama world and also highlights her human side. The illustrious diva goes on the run after being implicated in a crime. Separated from her children, Caro and Boudi, and shunned by society,...
- [vivo announces the launch vivo Y51 in Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/vivo-announces-launch-vivo-y51-in-egypt/): vivo announced today, the launch of its new addition to the successful Y-Series in Egypt, vivo Y51, that combines innovative technology and amazing design, and is available at a competitive price. The new device comes with massive battery, triple rear cameras and runs on Funtouch OS 11. “The midrange phones witnesses a fierce competition in the Egyptian Market, that is why we at vivo always care to go beyond the expectations of Egyptian users especially the young generation who always look for the best,” said Alex Zhan, CEO of vivo Egypt. “Vivo has conducted extensive research in the market to provide...
- [First Look At Netflix's New Limited Series "The One"](https://www.el-shai.com/first-look-at-netflix-new-limited-series-the-one/): Netflix is finally releasing&nbsp;The One, a &#8216;soulmate science fiction&#8217; limited series created and written by Howard Overman, creator of the well-renowned British series&nbsp;Misfits.&nbsp; Love — and lies — spiral when a DNA researcher helps discover a way to find the perfect partner and creates a bold new matchmaking service. The eight episodes of the limited series were directed by&nbsp;Jeremy Lovering&nbsp;(Sherlock, Teachers),&nbsp;Catherine Morshead&nbsp;(Downton Abbey, Four Weddings and a Funeral) and (Top Boy, Endeavour).&nbsp; The One&nbsp;is based on John Marrs&#8217; novel, which offers a terrifying glimpse into potential relationships&#8217; future. The story addresses the concept of &#8220;how far would you go to find...
- [Red Bull Introduces Alexander Titarenko to the Egyptian Parkour Community](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-alexander-titarenko-egyptian-parkour/): Red Bull’s Ukrainian athlete, Alexander Titarenko, made his way to Egypt as a special guest to the Egyptian parkour community. During his visit, Alexander Titarenko met a coterie of parkour’s practitioners, and shared together their experiences and enthusiasm, especially that parkour is widely popular recently, and considered one of the skyrocketing extreme sports worldwide; which Red Bull always spotlights and give its practitioners the credit they deserve. Titarenko is a freerunning star who won numerous parkour titles all over the world. Claimed the first place in ‘Red Bull Art of Motion’ in Greece, 2017, ever since, Titarenko has been named amongst...
- [Google News Initiative launches Innovation Challenge in Egypt and the Middle East for the second year in a row](https://www.el-shai.com/google-news-initiative-innovation-challenge-egypt/): Google recently announced the second round of the Google News Innovation Challenge in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa. It’s an open call for news-related projects that focus on reader engagement and new business models. Last year, Google selected 21 projects from 13 countries &#8211;  UAE, Iraq, Turkey,  Israel, Lebanon, Morocco, Jordan,  Côte d&#8217;Ivoire, Kenya, South Africa, Rwanda, Nigeria and Ghana. In Jordan, podcast startup Sowt developed a new hosting platform for Arabic news podcasts. In the UAE, The National submitted a project to convert quality text news into audio in real time in both English and Arabic.  L&#8217;Orient le Jour in Lebanon developed a new loyalty plan &amp; interactive platform to...
- [Netflix celebrates the achievements of ARAB female filmmakers for International Women's Day](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-celebrates-arab-female-filmmakers/): March 8 marks International Women&#8217;s Day, a global celebration of the incredible achievements of women throughout history. In March, Netflix will be celebrating the amazing achievements of ARAB female filmmakers and the on-screen heroines that highlight strong women and showcase their unique and impactful talents. And to celebrate this special occasion, Arabic fans of iconic films and series will be able to enjoy these powerful stories made by Female Arab filmmakers that have helped in shaping the cultural scene in the Arab world. Watch .. Enjoy &amp; Repeat And ACTION! AVAILABLE ARAB FEMALE FILMMAKERS’ TITLES ON NETFLIX Noura&#8217;s Dream When her...
- [SHADOW AND BONE: Everything you NEED to Know About Netflix's New Show](https://www.el-shai.com/netflixs-new-show-shadow-and-bone/): Based on Leigh Bardugo&#8217;s worldwide bestselling Grishaverse novels, Shadow and Bone find us in a war-torn world where a lowly soldier and orphan Alina Starkov has just unleashed an extraordinary power that could be the key to setting her country free. With the monstrous threat of the Shadow Fold looming, Alina is torn from everything she knows to train as part of an elite army of magical soldiers known as Grisha. But as she struggles to hone her power, she finds that allies and enemies can be one and the same and that nothing in this lavish world is what it...
- [Om Sayf is Back to YouTube and explains her Disappearance](https://www.el-shai.com/om-sayf-back-to-youtube-explains-her-disappearance/): Good news, peeps! Om Sayf, or Hadil El-Ali, is alive and well, AND she is back on her Youtube channel. A month ago, she released a controversial video that people spoke about for days and became a social media trend. In that video, she claimed this will be the last thing she ever posts, and also, let&#8217;s not forget the &#8220;Signal for Help&#8221; sign she did with her hand. You can read all about that in our article! However, she returned one more time a week ago with another video claiming she will shed some light on what has been going...
- [Can I take a Selfie wearing the real Mask of Tutankhamun?](https://www.el-shai.com/mask-of-tutankhamun-pictures/): Rumours have been circulating about the Ministery of Tourism and Antiquities allowing the general public to pay for pictures with the Mask of Tutankhamun. While this is true, people, somehow, mistook the idea of taking pictures with the actual mask. As in wearing the mask of Tutankhamun&#8230; In a statement by the Ministery of Tourism and Antiquities said: The display case of King Tutankhamun&#8217;s mask has not been opened since its restoration in 2015 and it’s never opened for photography. Referring to what was circulated on social media about permitting filming the iconic mask of King Tutankhamun outside its display case,...
- [TV Presenter Lina Shaker Announces her Battle with Cancer in the most Badass way!](https://www.el-shai.com/tv-presenter-lina-shaker-cancer/): TV Presenter Lina Shaker announced that she has been battling cancer. Shaker posted pictures from a photoshoot she had rocking her bald head after hair loss from chemo with her announcement. Shaker confirmed that she had conducted the necessary tests and underwent chemo and radiation and decided to share these pictures after reaching remission. Lina Shaker is a presenter at Nile Live, and we urge you to read her Facebook Post.
- [Egypt's Entrepreneur Awards (EEA)Kicks off to Recognize the Achievements of National Talents in Leading Industries](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-entrepreneur-awards-eea/): In line with Egypt&#8217;s vision to support entrepreneurship as one of the drivers of economic growth, I-EVENTS, founded and managed by Amr Mansi, launches Egypt&#8217;s Entrepreneur Awards (EEA), aiming to acknowledge the state&#8217;s brightest entrepreneurs across various industries. The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in May 2021; the event will celebrate these brilliant entrepreneurs in a night filled with glamour, networking, entertainment and above all, appreciation. This event aims to honour the achievements of rising entrepreneurs who have established themselves as leaders in their industries. These inspiring entrepreneurs are starting and creating a solid platform for the greatest minds to...
- [Netflix Reveals Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead Release Date and Trailer](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-zack-snyders-army-of-the-dead-release-date/): Army of the Dead will be released on May 21, only two months after Zack Snyder&#8217;s highly anticipated Justice League movie on HBO Max on March 18. Army of the Dead will follow a man who recruits a group of hired soldiers to pull off a heist amid a zombie apocalypse. The movie’s story, direction, writing, and production are by Zack Snyder. The writing included Shay Hatten and Joby Harold, and production included Deborah Snyder and Wesley Coller. Cast includes Dave Bautista (Stuber), Omari Hardwick (Kick-Ass), Tig Notaro (Instant Family), Hiroyuki Sanada (Westworld), Raul Castillo (Vida), Nora Arnezeder (Origin), Matthias Schweighöfer...
- [Mohamed Salah Takes Over Burj Khalifa For The Launch Of The New Adidas Flagship Store in Dubai!](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-salah-burj-khalifa-adidas-dubai/): The Future of Sport is Here. To mark the official opening of the largest and most sustainable adidas store in the Middle East, India and Africa, the globally beloved football icon Mohamed Salah appeared on Dubai’s Burj Khalifa alongside local adidas athletes and ambassadors in a spectacular theatre of lasers and lights, giving the city a taste of what The Future of Sport looks like. Set against the backdrop of the Dubai skyline, Mohamed Salah’s personalized message of motivation to Dubai residents was heartfelt and inspirational, touching on the importance of sustainability, empowering women in all aspects of life, and emphasizing...
- [انطلاق تصوير مسلسل "البحث عن علا" للنجمة هند صبري‎](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%b5%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%ad%d8%ab-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7-%d9%87%d9%86%d8%af-%d8%b5%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%8a%e2%80%8e/): كشفت نتفليكس، الشركة الرّائدة عالميًّا في مجال تقديم خدمة البث الترفيهي، عن بدء تصوير المسلسل العربي الأصلي الجديد من بطولة النجمة هند صبري &#8220;البحث عن علا&#8221;. يشارك في بطولة المسلسل عدد من النجوم من بينهم سوسن بدر، هاني عادل، ندى موسى، محمود الليثي، وداليا شوقي. ويضم المسلسل ظهور خاص لعدد من النجوم العرب من بينهم الفنان القدير خالد النبوي وغيره من النجوم. المسلسل يتناول قصة الشخصية المحبوبة &#8220;علا عبد الصبور&#8221; والمغامرات الجديدة التي تمرّ بها بعد مرور ١٠ سنوات منذ ظهورها الأول للجمهور في المسلسل الاجتماعي الشهير &#8220;عايزة أتجوز&#8221;. ويستكشف مسلسل &#8220;البحث عن علا&#8221; قصة الدكتورة الصيدلانية علا عبد الصبور التي...
- [Netflix Starts Production For Hend Sabry’s Finding Ola, Followup for 3ayza Atgwez!](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-finding-ola-hend-sabrys-upcoming-series/): Netflix, the world&#8217;s leading internet entertainment service, announced the start of production for its new Arabic original series “Finding Ola” (Working title). Joining Hend Sabry’s confirmed cast includes Sawsan Badr, Hany Adel, Nada Mousa, Mahmoud El Leithy, and Dalia Shawky. The series features special appearances of Arab talents such as iconic actor Khaled El Nabawy, and others. The series portrays the beloved character “Ola Abd ElSabour&#8221;, and her adventures after her first appearance in the groundbreaking social drama series “I want to get married &#8211; Ayza Atgawez” ten years ago. “Finding Ola&#8221; features the story of the mother and pharmacist “Ola...
- [Interview with Youssef Othman: Back to Square One to Follow the Dream](https://www.el-shai.com/interview-with-youssef-othman/): &#8220;It&#8217;s been a long journey, and through it, I learned the meaning of &#8220;Learn from making mistakes.&#8221;&nbsp; As a perfectionist, I thought I don&#8217;t want to make mistakes and just nail everything I do. But by time, I learned to understand why I achieved what I did and not focus on just the outcome.&#8221; Making a name for yourself as an actor is hard as it is, but making a name when your name is already known can be challenging.&nbsp; 27-Year-old Youssef Othman made his acting at just 6 years old, in the now-classic,&nbsp;Baheb el Cima&nbsp;alongside the legendary actor Mahmoud Hemeda...
- [بالصور..طرح بوسترات فيلم الانس والنمس بطولة محمد هنيدى](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%b3-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d9%85%d8%b3-%d8%a8%d8%b7%d9%88%d9%84%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d9%87%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%89/): فيلم الانس والنمس من بطولة النجم محمد هنيدى و منة شلبي وصابرين وعمرو عبد الجليل وسليمان عيد وعارفه عبد الرسول ومحمود حافظ وشريف الدسوقي، وهو من تأليف: شريف عرفه، كريم حسن بشير و إخراج &#8220;شريف عرفة&#8220;. أصدرت الشركة المنتجة بوسترات العمل الخاصة بنجومه،وذلك استعدادا لطرحه بدور العرض السينمائي. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mohamed Henedy (@henedythereal) تدور أحداث الفيلم في إطار كوميدى رعب و يجسد هنيدى شخصية جديدة ومثيرة حيث يتعرض لكثير من المشاكل بسبب مهنة والده &#8220;والتى تكشفها أحداث المشاهد الأولى من الفيلم، ومع تتابع الأحداث يقع هنيدى فى حب منة شلبى و يتزوج منها. فيلم الانس...
- [OPPO launches Reno5 5G and Reno5 in Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/oppo-launches-reno5-5g-and-reno5-in-egypt/): OPPO today announced the launch of the latest handsets in its Reno series, Reno5 5G and Reno5, in Egypt. With its industry-leading video performance, Reno5 5G is the AI portrait expert that enables you to express your best self and inspires you to “Picture Life Together.” Also, it is an icon for trendsetters with its ultra-sleek, ultra-light design and bold colours that will make you stand out. Moreover, its ultra-fast charging and 5G connectivity allow you to enjoy what you love with ease and speed. Designed for video, OPPO’s first beautification feature in the Reno5 5G – Portrait Beautification Video –...
- [Monster High Animated Series and Live-action Television Movie Reboot will be back on Nickelodeon!](https://www.el-shai.com/monster-high-reboot-will-be-back-on-nickelodeon/): Mattel, Inc. and Nickelodeon today announced plans to produce a new animated series and live-action television movie musical based on Monster High, the iconic franchise about the children of famous monsters and creatures. The new series follows fan-favourite characters Clawdeen Wolf, Draculaura, and Frankie Stein as they navigate high school’s hilarity in the hallowed halls of&nbsp;Monster High.&nbsp; The Monster High show, which will be available globally across Nickelodeon platforms, is scheduled to premiere in 2022. Similarly, the musical movie event, which marks the first time Monster High will be brought to life in live-action, will be available on Nickelodeon platforms globally next year. “Monster...
- [Ragaa Hussien: The Story of Society's Ageism and Breakups](https://www.el-shai.com/ragaa-hussien-ageism-and-breakups/): Should someone stay in a relationship knowing they get nothing but&nbsp;toxicity&nbsp;and abuse? Should someone submit to&nbsp;abuse&nbsp;and cheating just because they can&#8217;t get a divorce because they have been with them for long times? Let me surprise you; breakups do NOT have an expiration date, even if this relationship been for 100 years! Ragaa Hussien, an 83 old actress, divorced Seif Abdelrahman, her husband, after 51 years! Actress Ragaa Hussein and her husband Seif Abdelrahman, an actor as well, have been married for 51 years old. They had a daughter and a son named Karim. Unfortunately, Karim died in 2014! Hussein surprised...
- [All about the Drama supporting Mohamed Elneny supporting Palestine, and why Mohamed Salah should be ashamed!](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-elneny-palestine-mohamed-salah/): Egyptian footballer and Arsenal&#8217;s midfielder Mohamed Elneny was one of the first public figures to show support for Palestine amidst the current conflicts. Still, sadly the support didn&#8217;t go as smooth for Elneny.&nbsp; What did Mohamed Elneny say? Midfielder wrote, &#8216;My heart my soul, my support for you Palestine.&#8217; As of publishing this article, the tweet received almost 25k retweets and 92k likes. Why the backlash? Apparently, his support for Palestine offended his zionist fans who have been campaigning to have Arsenal take action against Elneny.&nbsp; Arsenal&#8217;s feedback? Arsenal, however, defended Elneny. According to the&nbsp;Jewish Chronicle, Arsenal said the midfielder was...
- [Egypt uncovers 250 ancient tombs, dating back 4,200 years, in Sohag](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-250-ancient-tombs-4200-years-sohag/): According to the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities, Egypt has uncovered about 250 ancient tombs, which are 4,200 years old, in the governorate of Sohag, in the south of the country. The ministry indicated in a statement yesterday, Tuesday, that about 250 cemeteries were discovered, some containing a well or several burial wells. Other cemeteries have a sloping corridor that ends with a burial room. The statement pointed out that the tombs date back to periods &#8220;ranging from the end of the Old Kingdom to the end of the Ptolemaic period.&#8221; Egypt witnessed the rule of the Old Kingdom between the years...
- [Applications for Facebook MENA 2021 Community Accelerator Program now open](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-mena-2021-community-accelerator-program/): On May 4th, Facebook MENA announced applications for their 2021 Community Accelerator Program are now open. In partnership with Rise-up, the program will focus on helping leaders harness the power of their community to turn ideas into action, with selected leaders receiving extensive training and up to 50,000 USD in funding to further their community initiatives. The most promising community group initiatives will also be eligible to receive part of $1 million in additional funding. If successful, applicants will be admitted into an eight-month program where they will receive organizational training and a tailored curriculum of educational sessions delivered by experts...
- [For the first time in Egypt, Rami Kadi Maison de Couture will be Showcasing SS21 at Walk of Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-rami-kadi-maison-de-couture-walk-of-cairo/): For the first time in Egypt, Walk of Cairo welcomes famed Lebanese fashion designer Rami Kady to present a dazzling fashion show on the 26th of May.  The fashion show will be in celebration of Rami Kadi Maison de Couture&#8217;s tenth anniversary, where he&#8217;ll be showcasing his latest SS21 collection, &#8220;Retrospective 10.&#8221;&nbsp; Moreover, five exclusive designs for &#8220;Walk of Cairo&#8221; and a group of distinguished dresses from the Winter and Fall 2021 collection entitled &#8220;Dessiner le Vide&#8221; will be at the show. Additionally, an exhibition featuring iconic moments and designs by Rami Kadi will be available in Walk of Cairo. The fashion show...
- [Father Throws his Daughter from the 3rd Floor at Al-Ayyat Center in Giza, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/father-daughter-al-ayyat-center-in-giza-egypt/): A terrifying video shows the moment a father throws his daughter from the balcony of his house, and she falls to the ground, soaked in her blood. The video was recorded by a resident of Al-Ayyat Center in Giza, Egypt.&nbsp; Residents of the Al-Ayyat Center appeared to try and rescue the girl and take her to the hospital. As of now, the victim is still alive but remains in critical condition. Eyewitnesses states on Friday, the father started beating his daughter, and the fight escalated to throwing her from the balcony. As if that wasn&#8217;t enough, the father went to the...
- [Fell Victim to Twitter's Mass Suspension? Here's why it happened!](https://www.el-shai.com/fell-victim-to-twitters-mass-suspension/): If you&#8217;re on Twitter, you probably noticed that your number of followers decreased, and several people you know, or even yourself, got suspended.  Funny enough, the reason for Twitter&#8217;s mass suspension has nothing to do with Egypt. According to Reuters, Twitter Inc suspended several accounts this week that was set up to share statements from a new part of former U.S. President Donald Trump&#8217;s website, saying they broke its rules against evading an account ban. Trump was banned from Twitter, where he had more than 88 million followers and multiple other social media platforms following the deadly Jan. 6 siege of...
- [Full Story of the South Sudanese Boy who was Kidnapped in Egypt: Abuse, Rape, and Humiliation all for Tik-Tok videos](https://www.el-shai.com/full-story-south-sudanese-boy-kidnapped-in-egypt/): There has been a video circulating on social media recently where a South Sudanese boy being abused at the hands of an Egyptian teenager, Khaled, who posted the video on his&nbsp;Tiktok account.&nbsp; About the video: The video is hard to watch, and we recommend you don&#8217;t if you haven&#8217;t already. Instead, we will explain to you what was in the video. The video starts with the South Sudanese boy in front of a sink, looking behind him with fear before he was met by a slap on the back of his neck. The slap was by Khaled, who stood behind him...
- [Loai Omran: The man we love to hate!](https://www.el-shai.com/loai-omran-the-man-we-love-to-hate/): If annoyance had a face, it&#8217;s Loai Omran&#8217;s face! The man knows how to play it so well, and we live for it! Loai Omran is not a new face on our screens, but he became a staple face recently on our screens as the protagonist friend that we love to hate. He&#8217;s mostly known for the movie X-large, the series Taht el Saytara, and B100 wesh. This year, Loai is in Ded el-Kasr and Bain El Sama w el Ard. Loai Omran is not just an actor, though. If you&#8217;re born before Gen-Z, then you remember him from several ads...
- [Expo 2020 Dubai's International Participants confident and committed to a World Expo that will unify, excite and inspire](https://www.el-shai.com/expo-2020-dubais-international-participants/): Countries participating in Expo 2020 Dubai are united in their commitment to hosting a World Expo that builds bridges, inspires action, and delivers real-life solutions to global challenges – that is the message from delegates attending the sixth International Participations Meeting (IPM), which ended on Wednesday. Convening for the final IPM before the 1 October opening of Expo 2020 – one of the first mega-events to take place since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic – they expressed unwavering support and enthusiasm for the six-month global gathering, which they see as an essential launchpad towards building a better world for everyone....
- [#PeopleOfNow: All about Egypt's Entrepreneur Awards (EEA) finalists!](https://www.el-shai.com/peopleofnow-egypts-entrepreneur-awards-eea/): Last night on May 5th, 2021, we had the chance to attend one of, what we believe, the best entrepreneur networking events in a while.&nbsp; Why do you ask? Mainly because we were in an environment where people want to support one another rather than brag about their last seeding round.&nbsp; The event, #PeopleOfNow sohoor, was a part of Egypt&#8217;s Entrepreneur Awards (EEA).&nbsp; The selected jury announced the finalists for the 18 awards of the EEA.&nbsp; The event was attended by the EEA advisory board, jury members, finalists, and some of Egypt&#8217;s finest VIPs, and of course, the media. We previously...
- [Report: Egypt's Covid Response Report (CRR)](https://www.el-shai.com/report-egypts-covid-response-report-crr/): Egypt’s plans to put digitalization at the heart of its efforts to drive post-pandemic growth in the financial services sector and boost inclusion are explored in a new Covid Response Report (CRR), produced by Oxford Business Group (OBG) in partnership with the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA). The report provides an in-depth analysis of Egypt’s Covid Response Report (CRR) to the pandemic in an easy-to-navigate and accessible format, focusing on key data and infographics relating to its socio-economic landscape. The report shines a spotlight on Egypt’s fintech segment, which has expanded to become a regional leader and is poised to play a...
- [Uber Egypt Rolls Out 5 Initiatives to Support Drivers and Riders, Marking the last days of Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-uber-egypt-5-initiatives-drivers-riders/): Uber Egypt launched a set of 5 initiatives to support riders and drivers throughout the holy month of Ramadan. The activities include offering drivers reward programs and offering free Bus trips to all morning riders. Drivers Initiatives: 1. Daily Prizes To support driver earnings, Uber Egypt has allocated a total of EGP100,000 for daily giveaways for drivers of UberX, Scooter, and Select during the last 10 days of Ramadan, where ten drivers per day have the chance to earn this incentive. Eligible drivers are the ones who completed the most 5-star rating trips during the specified period. 2. Bus Competition Uber...
- [Mostafa Madbouly Announces Egypt's New Measures to curb Covid-19 During Eid](https://www.el-shai.com/mostafa-madbouly-egypts-covid-19-during-eid/): The Egyptian government announced new measures to monitor the high number of Coronavirus cases, straddling the last days of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and the Eid celebrations. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said in televised statements that it was decided to close commercial establishments, including shops, cafes, and malls, from nine in the evening, starting tomorrow and two weeks. Large gatherings and concerts will be banned over the same period, and beaches and parks will be shut between May 12-16, Mostafa Madbouly said. He announced that the Eid Al-Fitr holiday would start next Wednesday and continue until the following Sunday....
- [People Share Stories that Never Fail to Make them Cry](https://www.el-shai.com/people-share-stories-that-never-fail-make-them-cry/): Feel like crying? Don&#8217;t worry; we&#8217;ll make that happen!&nbsp; We found a recent post off Reddit&#8217;s r/AskReddit, where users were sharing things that makes them cry or tear up, and we picked some of the most tearjerking ones for you.  via GIPHY Some of the answers have been slightly edited for context. The courage it takes to come back for addiction recovery.&nbsp; I&#8217;m a member of a 12 step program for recovering addicts. The meeting head will ask if there&#8217;s anyone new or &#8220;coming back.&#8221; Comebacks are those who relapsed and are returning to the program.&nbsp; When anyone gets up, the room...
- [Small Middle-Eastern Businesses who are Inspiring Good this Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/small-middle-eastern-businesses-ramadan-facebook/): Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, we have seen numerous people come together on the Facebook apps to do good. Throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, people have shown several acts of kindness, charities, funds, and donations to support the less fortunate, and local communities offering support where it’s needed.&nbsp; And this act of giving continues in Ramadan. Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19, Ramadan in MENA remains a time for reflection, connection, and sharing. Facebook Inc. is marking the Holy Month with a global campaign called the #MonthofGood that aims to explore, inspire and express good across its family...
- [Rates of Violent Crimes Against Women and Girls During April 2021 in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/rates-of-violent-crimes-against-women-in-egypt/): The Observatory on Gender-Based Violence Against Women, part of the&nbsp;Edraak Foundation for Development &amp; Equality, announced rates of violent crimes against women and girls during April 2021. In April, the Violent Crimes Observatory recorded 58 violent crimes against women and girls, and it monitored 28 cases of murder of women and girls of all ages.  The records include&nbsp;20&nbsp;at the hands of a current or&nbsp;former partner&nbsp;or&nbsp;family member,&nbsp;and&nbsp;9&nbsp;cases of&nbsp;attempted murder&nbsp;by a&nbsp;current&nbsp;or&nbsp;former partner&nbsp;or&nbsp;family member, and one unidentified body. Additionally, a case of&nbsp;rape&nbsp;of a girl with&nbsp;special needs&nbsp;was recorded, and&nbsp;two&nbsp;cases of&nbsp;attempted rape.&nbsp; Both girls in the cases are&nbsp;younger than 11 years old&nbsp;and were rescued after neighbors heard them screaming for...
- [Twitter Spaces: All Accounts with 600+ Followers can now Host a Space, and Here's How!](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-spaces-600-followers-can-now-host-a-space/): Last year, Twitter introduced the world to live audio conversations with Spaces. Testing was rolled out across the platform to limited audiences, to add a new layer to conversations through people’s voices.&nbsp; Today, Twitter Spaces is brought to all accounts with 600 or more followers, featuring new updates based on feedback received. Based on what Twitter has learned so far, these accounts are likely to have a good experience hosting live conversations because of their existing audience. Before bringing the ability to create a Space to everyone, Twitter is focused on learning more, making it easier to discover Spaces, and helping...
- [‘Google for Startups Accelerator’ in its 2nd edition calls MENA tech startups to apply](https://www.el-shai.com/google-for-startups-accelerator-in-its-2nd-edition/): Google announced today the opening of the application window for the second ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: the Middle East and North Africa’ program in response to the large interest after concluding the first successful cohort. ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: MENA’ is a three-month digital accelerator program for seed to Series A technology startups based in the region and will run virtually starting mid-July 2021. The first cohort included 10 top startups from six Arab countries &#8211; four of which are women-led businesses: Abwaab (Jordan), Carers (Jordan), Chefaa (Egypt), DABCHY (Tunisia), Designhubz (UAE), Lamsa (UAE), Lendo (Saudi Arabia), Nafas Meditation App (Oman),...
- [GTFO: Rebirth Rundown brings thrilling new co-op horror FPS to gamers in the Middle East](https://www.el-shai.com/gtfo-rebirth-rundown-middle-east/): GTFO, the heart-pounding 4-player co-op horror/action FPS, which has taken the world by storm has arrived in the Middle East with its major new ’Rebirth’ update. Now gamers across the region can join the fight for survival as they uncover the mysterious alien horrors in a shadowy underground prison complex. The game has captured the imagination of players around the world for its fast-paced action, which requires expert timing and careful cooperation among team members for success. The latest update adds a whole new campaign – in GTFO named Rundowns &#8211; called ’Rebirth’ into the mix which means gamers must be...
- [Malak Ahmed Zaher: Proving She's a force to be reckoned with in Nasl El Aghrab](https://www.el-shai.com/malak-ahmed-zaher-nasl-el-aghrab/): It&#8217;s safe to say that&nbsp;Nasl El Aghrab&nbsp;is the most meme-able series this Ramadan, which we&#8217;re 100% convinced is intentional as a marketing scheme, but we&#8217;ll leave that to another article. Still, overall, it&#8217;s one of the better series this season.&nbsp; So in a series that everyone is doing their best to make a meme out of, if an actor didn&#8217;t get a meme, then you know they&#8217;re doing a great job. So good that not a single person found anything in their performance to joke about. One of those actors is Malak Ahmed Zaher.&nbsp; Malak Ahmed Zaher&nbsp;is the daughter of the...
- [Ashraf Mahdy: Another Raising Star Taking over 2021!](https://www.el-shai.com/ashraf-mahdy-another-raising-star-taking-over-2021/): Ashraf Mahdy is another rising star that, by all means, we need to keep an eye on this year. Ashraf Mahdy has been seen in this season&#8217;s top series, including Cairo Kabul, Le3bet Newton, and Hagma Mortada. If you think he looks familiar, it&#8217;s because you probably watched him in the 2017 hit series Haza Al Masaa, where he played the role of Hamed. In the series &#8220;Cairo Kabul,&#8221; he plays the character of &#8220;Abu Qatada,&#8221; a member of the terrorist group in Afghanistan with different goals. Ashraf also participates in the series &#8220;Le3bet Newton&#8221;, playing &#8220;Abdullah,&#8221; Mohamed Farrag&#8217;s brother-in-law. Ashraf...
- [13-year-old Girl Assaulted in Broad Daylight for Running in Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/assaulted-in-broad-daylight-for-running-in-ramadan/): On Saturday, May 1st, 2021, a 13-year-old girl, Lillie Sabry, took to social media to share her story about getting assaulted in broad daylight in the streets of Cairo.&nbsp; According to Lillie, she was going for a run with her friend Habiba at 10 AM in a street in the Dokki area.&nbsp; During their run, two middle-aged men on a motorcycle approached the girl and yelled at them, &#8220;We&#8217;re in Ramadan,&#8221; and then cussed them and physically assault them. ‏احنا في رمضان يا ولاد القحابي Lillie told us about the incident: Before I could answer or talk back their cussing, the...
- [The GRAMMY Awards are Having some major changes!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-grammy-awards-are-having-some-major-changes/): The Recording Academy® announced today that it made vital changes to its Awards process that reflect its ongoing commitment to evolve with the musical landscape and ensure that the GRAMMY Awards® rules and guidelines are transparent and equitable. Among the changes is the elimination of Nominations Review Committees, a reduction in the number of categories in which voters may vote, two GRAMMY® Award category additions, and more.&nbsp; These updates resulted from extensive discussions and collaboration over the last year amongst a special subcommittee of Recording Academy members and elected leaders.&nbsp; The Academy&#8217;s Board of Trustees voted on them.&nbsp; These changes go...
- [Don't Believe That Men Get Intimidated By Successful Women? Just Look At Omar Sharif And Faten Hamama](https://www.el-shai.com/successful-women-omar-sharif-faten-hamama/): Instead of romanticizing Omar Sharif and Faten Hamama, we urge you to look at their relationship in a new perspective. If you’re a successful woman, you must have experienced a failed relationship with a man who was too intimidated by you. Sadly, I’ve seen several women blame themselves for the breakup and beat themselves over it. Honestly, I can’t say I didn’t experience that before. Many women think that confident and successful men can’t be intimidated by them. But we got you real-life proof from the most confident man in Egyptian history,&nbsp;Omar Sharif, who did admit to being intimidated by Faten...
- [The 2021 Summer Hair Color Trends that are Taking over!](https://www.el-shai.com/2021-summer-hair-color-trends-that-are-taking-over/): 2020 was a time for brown, black, and blonde hair, with very few red strands seen.&nbsp; However, this will change because 2021 Summer Hair Color trends are spicing things up a bit! But blonde is not going anywhere this year, but we&#8217;ll be seeing a new shade of blonde, as well as updated older color trends.  Scandi blonde will be taking over Eurocentric fashion! The year 2021 belongs to blonde hair. The most desirable shade will be the Scandi Blonde, which is light ice blonde. The name refers to the stereotypical appearance of Scandinavian women &#8211; women with almost alabaster complexion and...
- [5+ Epic Covid Friendly Activities to do during Eid Al Fitr in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/eid-al-fitr-in-egypt-covid-friendly-activities/): Eid Al Fitr is just around the corner, yet the number of Covid-19 cases is skyrocketing.&nbsp; While it&#8217;s better to try to stay home as much as possible, you can still enjoy Eid Al Fitr in Egypt with some covid friendly activities! Walking, running, and biking: These are all fun and basic activities that you can enjoy with a friend or family &#8211; and it&#8217;s free! The best places for such activities are Zamalek and Maadi. Golfing: Golfing in Egypt is not the most popular sport that you can practice, but it&#8217;s fun and forces you to social distance.&nbsp; We recommend...
- [Yousra's Husband Khaled Selim in Tonight's episode of Harb Ahlya](https://www.el-shai.com/yousras-husband-khaled-selim-harb-ahlya/): Today, in episode 17 of the series Harb Ahleya (Civil War), there was a surprise on-screen. Noticed who Kisho&#8217;s dad was? Well, it&#8217;s no other than Eng. Khaled Selim, Yousra&#8217;s husband in real life! This is the first appearance of Khaled Selim in television drama, despite his belonging to a very famous family. He&#8217;s the son of the late Saleh Selim, the legendary president of Al-Ahly club, former football player, and actor. Khaled is also, of course, Hisham Selim&#8217;s brother. While this was Khaled Selim&#8217;s first TV series apperance, he was on-screen before in the 2015 Vodafone ad along with his...
- [Sweet Tooth: 1st Look at Netflix's New Series, Based on the DC comic book](https://www.el-shai.com/sweet-tooth-netflix-based-on-the-dc-comic-book/): Years after &#8220;The Great Crumble&#8221; changed everything, a hybrid deer-boy forms an unlikely bond with a wandering loner. Together, they embark on an extraordinary adventure through the lush, dangerous world left behind, searching for the meaning of home. Based on the DC comic book series by Jeff Lemire, SWEET TOOTH premieres globally on June 4, only on Netflix. Executive Producer, Writer , Director &amp; Co-Showrunner Jim Mickle on Sweet Tooth&#8217;s unique world: “ We wanted to make a show that offers escape and adventure, where nature is reclaiming the world and in many ways it feels like a fairytale. SWEET TOOTH...
- [Alaa Sinan: All about the New Face from Le3bet Newton](https://www.el-shai.com/alaa-sinan-new-face-from-le3bet-newton/): Some love her, some get creeped out by her, and some just plain hate her. We&#8217;re talking about Sarah from Le3bet Newton, Mo&#8217;nes&#8217; wife, played by actress Alaa Sinan. If you feel like you&#8217;ve never seen her before, it&#8217;s true. Alaa is acting for the first time in Le3bet Newton. But let us tell you more about the new emerging actress, Alaa Sinan, that has so many people talking. Alaa participated in the series by chance.&nbsp; She was meant to only participate in the writing workshop with the scriptwriter Maha El Wazir and went to the filming site to get to...
- [Covid-25: First Thoughts on the First Episode](https://www.el-shai.com/covid-25-first-thoughts-on-the-first-episode/): Important note: This is not a review, but rather general thoughts on the first episode only! We&#8217;re not forcing you to watch or not. Youssef El-Sherif became one of the most anticipated stars of Ramadan. This year, he didn&#8217;t join the race from the start, and his series, Covid-25, started halfway through the Ramadan race. The fact that Covid-25 will be shorter and straight to the point might be an advantage, but we&#8217;re unsure if he would manage to have enough audience.&nbsp; With people already committed to other series, him joining halfway is by all means challenging.&nbsp; Another challenge Covid-25 is...
- [Majid Al Futtaim will let you have Desserts for a good cause!](https://www.el-shai.com/majid-al-futtaim-desserts-for-a-good-cause/): Majid Al Futtaim welcomes Ramadan by partnering with the Marwa Fayed Toy Run, House of Cocoa, La Poire, and Nutopia to launch CSR initiatives that provide the public with the opportunity to give back to the Egyptian community.&nbsp; Majid Al Futtaim has rolled out the CSR-driven activations across its four shopping malls in Egypt, namely Mall of Egypt, City Centre Almaza, City Centre Alexandria, and City Centre Maadi, which will last until Eid. This year’s CSR efforts are in line with Majid Al Futtaim’s aim to drive focus to give back and enable visitors to contribute to society collectively.&nbsp; This is...
- [The Garden of the Freaks: Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Art hosts its 7th exhibition with the artist Ahmed Sabry](https://www.el-shai.com/the-garden-of-the-freaks-mashrabia-ahmed-sabry/): Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Art is excited to host its 7th exhibition with the artist Ahmed Sabry, presenting his latest works entitled “The Garden of the Freaks”. Inspired by the words of Mohamed Abdelkarim, Sabry visited the Middle (Dark) Ages and created this body of works that introduces us to a different perception of reality by letting us reflect on the concept of dystopia. He navigated through his imagination, trying to explain the patterns and trends of the current societies in decline that, by turn, lead to dangerous scenarios where humans are discarded of their humanity. Within the exhibition, Sabry created...
- [Can someone tell Tamer Ashour Jokes about Kids with Cancer are NOT ok?](https://www.el-shai.com/tamer-ashour-jokes-about-kids-with-cancer-not-ok/): There&#8217;s an Egyptian singer called Tamer Ashour, who&#8217;s mostly known for his depressing songs, and now, apparently, he doesn&#8217;t have an IQ above 20. In a sad attempt at being funny, Mr. Tamer Ashour decided to post a picture with a cancer patient, where he is offering her an orange with the caption saying, &#8220;You eat, I&#8217;m fasting; non-faster.&#8221; Apparently, his intentions were to raise awareness and collect donations for kids with cancer, but instead, he decided to insult them because they&#8217;re not fasting. Yeah, you know, not fasting cause they have freakin cancer… To absolute no one&#8217;s surprise, people didn&#8217;t...
- [Osama Elhady from Le3bet Newton: All you need to know!](https://www.el-shai.com/osama-elhady-from-le3bet-newton/): We have to say, Le3bet Newton is definitely the series of the season, with a very high rate of views. This is due to its strong production, direction, and story. Let&#8217;s not forget the tremendous acting abilities presented by the stars of work, led by Mona Zaki, Mohamed Mamdouh, Sayed Ragab, and Mohamed Farrag, and the young stars who are holding their own with these legendary stars. We already introduced you to Mayan El Sayed and Adam ElSharkawy, and now it&#8217;s time for Osama Elhady, who plays Shamba, and drew attention to him strongly. The role of Shamba is closest to...
- [All About the 9th edition of El Gouna International Squash Open](https://www.el-shai.com/9th-edition-of-el-gouna-international-squash-open/): Presented by IEvents and in partnership with El Gouna Orascom, El Gouna International Squash Open will take place from 20th to 28th May for its 9th edition. The tournament will have 96 male and female squash stars lining up at the PSA World Tour Platinum event. $300,000 in total player compensation will be up for grabs, while the ninth edition of the tournament will be the first sporting event to be held in the&nbsp;Gouna Conference and Culture Center&nbsp;(GCCC). This year’s El Gouna Squash Open has a prestigious lineup of sponsors, including big names from different industries and fields, including the&nbsp;Commercial International...
- [Meet the 3 Young and Talented Ladies of the Series "Del Ragel"](https://www.el-shai.com/meet-the-3-young-and-talented-ladies-of-the-series-del-ragel/): And we&#8217;re back again with the cast of Del Ragel, but this time the ladies are taking over! Rana Raies She participated in her first work in 2017 with 2 different series; Wade3 Amny with Amr Saad, and Ard Gaw with Ghada Abdel Razek. In 2018, she was seen in Kalbash 2 with Amir Karara. However, her most notable work so far was in last year&#8217;s series Layalena 80, where she had amazing on-screen chemistry with Khaled El Sawey. Hoda ElEtreby Her first work was in 2018 in the movie Ali Baba and the series Tel3et Ro7y. In 2019, she was...
- [Meet the Men of the Series "Del Ragel"](https://www.el-shai.com/meet-the-men-of-the-series-del-ragel/): Love him or hate him, you still have to admit that Yasser Galal is one of the few leading actors who gives other actors screentime and the chance to shine. In the last few years, we&#8217;ve seen many young actors see the limelight after working with Galal, and this year is no exception. His series Del Ragel, which is highly underrated, mainly depends on young talents. So many that we have to split them into two posts. Alaa Arafa Alaa is an architect turned actor and is still fairly new in the field. But he&#8217;s been in a few major sows...
- [Twitter in Ramadan: Ramadan-themed audio conversations and Hashtag-Triggered Emojis](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-in-ramadan-hashtag-triggered-emojis/): This year, over 10 million Tweets were monitored about Ramadan in the 30 days leading into the holy month. With Ramadan underway, Twitter launched جمعات_رمضان# (Ramadan Gatherings), a series of live audio conversations focused on reflections around key topics that arise during the holy month, as well as those which have taken center stage over the past year.&nbsp; Twitter in Ramadan also launched three new hashtag-triggered emojis across seven languages; English, Arabic, Malay, Thai, Indonesian, Hindi, and Spanish. The جمعات_رمضان# (Ramadan Gatherings) hashtag unlocked a crescent emoji, in addition to the following Arabic and English hashtags:&nbsp; رمضان# رمضان_كريم# رمضان_مبارك# جمعات_رمضان# #Ramadan...
- [Shots Officially Fired: Amr Adib files 4 reports against Mohamed Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/amr-adib-files-4-reports-against-mohamed-ramadan/): On Friday, journalist Amr Adib announced that he had filed four reports against the artist Mohamed Ramadan to the Attorney General through his lawyer Tariq Jamil Saeed. In a statement during the Al-Hekaya program on the MBC Misr channel, he said: I am not one of those who like to file reports, but one must take his right by the law. Whatever is determined by the law and the judiciary, I will comply with it. Adeeb added: I want my right because I am not a bully, and I take my right by the law, not by insults. Any money that...
- [Palma Hotel Launched in PortSaid with more than EGP250mln investments](https://www.el-shai.com/palma-hotel-launched-in-portsaid/): Equity Real Estate Development (ERED), a subsidiary of the Waterway Developments, announced the inauguration of PortSaid City&#8217;s Palma Hotel at more than EGP250mln investments, mostly spent on renovations. By launching this project, Equity Real Estate Development sought to keep pace with the state&#8217;s plan to develop Sinai and Suez Canal&#8217;s cities and create job opportunities for residents living in the nearby governorates while marking Sinai Liberation Day. Governor of PortSaid City Gen. Adel Al Ghadban opened Palma Hotel, the first 4-star hotel with 7-star services built in the governorate. Palma Hotel comes within Equity Real Estate Development&#8217;s expansions in the Egyptian...
- [BET to Honor Earl “DMX” Simmons With Live Coverage of His Homegoing Celebration](https://www.el-shai.com/bet-honor-earl-dmx-simmons-homegoing-celebration/): To honor the life of the beloved hip-hop icon&nbsp;Earl “DMX” Simmons, BET will televise and stream “BET REMEMBERS DMX.”&nbsp; LIVE exclusive coverage of his homegoing celebration&nbsp;Sunday, April 25&nbsp;at&nbsp;2:30 p.m. ET&nbsp;on&nbsp;BET&nbsp;and its YouTube channel&nbsp;here.&nbsp; In-person attendance to the homegoing celebration is restricted to close friends and family due to health and safety guidelines.&nbsp; Earl “DMX” Simmons&nbsp;was a prolific writer and lyricist. His music legacy is cemented, being the first rapper to accomplish having his first five albums debut at #1 and the only to have his first two albums debut at #1 in the same calendar year.&nbsp; In addition to the homegoing...
- [YouTube: دليلك الرمضاني إلى صناع محتوى رمضان في مصر والعالم العربي](https://www.el-shai.com/youtube-%d8%b5%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b9-%d9%85%d8%ad%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%89-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b6%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a8/): من إنتاجات تلفزيونية ضخمة إلى مختلف الإعلانات الرائعة، إبداع نشهده خلال أيّام الشهر الفضيل، بما في ذلك المحتوى الذي ينتجه منشئي المحتوى على YouTube. في كل عام، يكرس المبدعون من جميع أنحاء المنطقة الوقت والجهد لمحتوى رمضاني خاص بهم، يتسم بالتنوع بقدر ما هو ترفيهي. في هذا العام، سوف نضحك مع هديل ونور في مسلسلهما الكوميدي الجديد. كما ستساعدكم سارة من Sara Popfit على دمج التمارين في روتينكم خلال الشهر الكريم. بينما تعلمكم آية حبيب والشيف حسن كيفية إتقان وصفات رمضان الأساسية والمبتكرة. إليكم دليلكم السنوي لمنصة YouTube في رمضان هذا العام: 1&nbsp;&nbsp;هديل&nbsp;مرعي: مسلسل الكبسة مسلسل كوميدي تعود هديل مرعي في...
- [Who is Adam ElSharkawy? All you Need to Know About the Star of Le3bet Newton](https://www.el-shai.com/who-is-adam-elsharkawy-le3bet-newton/): Alright, let&#8217;s get to the chase; the rising star of the year in 2021 is hands down Adam ElSharkawy, who plays Big Zee in Le3bet Newton. Just out of nowhere comes this kid and dazzles us all with his acting and very little information to know about him.&nbsp; Let us tell you, we&#8217;re used to researching actors, but this one had to be the hardest. But don&#8217;t worry; we dug deep until we found everything you need to know about Adam ElSharkawy!&nbsp; So sit back, and enjoy the tea on Adam ElSharkawy: His real name is Mahmoud ElSharkawy, and internationally he...
- [Ahmed Hatem launches "Arabeit Al-Khair" with UNHCR](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-hatem-arabeit-al-khair-unhcr/): The star Ahmed Hatem continues the charitable activities that he started last Ramadan 2020, through the launch of the &#8220;Arabeit Al-Khair,&#8221; in cooperation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and Uber. The &#8220;Arabeit Al-Khair&#8221; Campaign is an initiative through which iftar meals are distributed to needy fasting people across Cairo, with the aim of breakfast whole families throughout the holy month. In cooperation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the Arabeit Al-Khair circle has expanded to include refugees as well. The initiative relies on donors&#8217; contributions, whether they are individuals, companies, or specialists in food distribution,...
- [Mariam Naoum and Oscar-Winning Writer Terry George team up on 'The Alexandria Killings'](https://www.el-shai.com/mariam-naoum-terry-george-the-alexandria-killings/): Oscar-winning writer and director Terry George and Egyptian writer Mariam Naoum will co-write a new serial killer series titled The Alexandria Killings, based on the life of the infamous Egyptian killers Raya and Sekina. The show will be produced by George and Thorsten Schumacher of Rocket Science and Gianluca Chakra of Front Row Filmed Entertainment. The series will tell the true story of Egyptian sisters Raya and Sakina, and will be set in 1920 Alexandria, a time when Egypt was under British rule.  The sisters came from a poor Alexandria neighborhood. They rose from poverty to run a glamorous brothel operation,...
- [Award-Winning Film "Sawah" is Coming to Amazon Prime](https://www.el-shai.com/award-winning-film-sawah-is-coming-to-amazon-prime/): Amazon Prime will be screening Luxembourgish-Egyptian director Adolf El Assal&#8217;s film Sawah, starring Egyptian actor Karim Kassem as a Cairo-based DJ whose trip to Europe takes an unexpected turn when his identity papers are stolen. Sawah participated in more than 36 festivals around the world and has won 12 awards. The film is also screened on OSN Ya Hala and NETFLIX in the Middle East, Central and Eastern Europe, Luxembourg, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Along with Karim Kassem, Sawah stars Belgian actor Eric Kabongo, and Egyptian actress Sarrah Abd El-Rahman, and written by Canadian writer Dennis Fowon. It is...
- [FIRST LOOK AT LOVE DEATH + ROBOTS VOLUME 2](https://www.el-shai.com/first-look-at-love-death-robots-volume-2/): LOGLINE: Otherworlds, naked giants and robots-gone-wild clash in this anthology of adult animated stories executive produced by Tim Miller, David Fincher, Jennifer Miller, and Joshua Donen. EPISODES: 8 animated shorts DEBUT: May 14th, 2021 only on Netflix SYNOPSIS: Love Death &amp; Robots is a blast of the future with its roots deep in the past. Show creator Tim Miller teamed up with director David Fincher after years of wanting to make adult animated features and short films at his animation house Blur Studio. When his directorial debut Deadpool hit big, they saw their opportunity and the anthology series found a natural...
- [Dina El-Sherbiny is Slaying the fashion game in Qasr al-Nil!](https://www.el-shai.com/dina-el-sherbiny-slaying-fashion-game-qasr-al-nil/): With fashion and dresses to revive the sixties&#8217; style, Dina El-Sherbiny has been seen with many pieces restoring the fashion spirit of the artists of the beautiful era, such as Nadia Lotfi and Souad Hosni. Dina El-Sherbiny appeared in more than one show-stopper dress with colors mixed between red, yellow, and black in the Nile Palace. She also chose pastel colors with her period in England, tending to pink and light pink, before her vengeance against the Sioufi family. We love us a queen with a vengeance! El-Sherbiny is definitely having a good run this Ramadan, and people thought she&#8217;ll slow...
- [Handball player Shaimaa El Sawy Kashkosh wins the League Cup with UAE club Al-Jazira](https://www.el-shai.com/handball-shaimaa-el-sawy-kashkoush-al-jazira/): Yesterday, Egyptian handball player Shaimaa El Sawy Kashkosh won first place with the UAE club Al Jazira during the UAE Women&#8217;s Handball League. The club&#8217;s official Facebook page published thanks and appreciation for Kashkosh&#8217;s efforts. &#8220;Being a talented person is a great thing that makes those around them feel pride and the desire to achieve many goals and succeed. You are the spirit that revives the team and the pulse of vitality.&#8221; Shaimaa El Sawy Kashkosh graduated from the Faculty of Physical Education, Helwan University, and her start was in the Maadi Sporting &amp; Yacht Club. She later worked in the...
- [The Real Story of Martyr Brigadier General Amer Abdel Maksoud and His Killer Samia Shenen](https://www.el-shai.com/amer-abdel-maksoud-samia-shenen/): Out of all the scenes of last night’s “El-Ikhtyar 2/The Choice” episode of the break of the Raba’a sit-ins, the scene where a woman made one of the officers drink acid truly hit us all more than anything else. Sadly, this scene is based on actual events; the story of the heroic death of martyr Brigadier General Amer Abdel Maksoud. Amer Abdel Maksoud had the worst luck out of all the martyrs that day. He was the last to be executed and was tortured for 4 hours before his death. He was fasting for the six days of Shawwal, and the...
- [ISIS releases video of the execution of The martyrdom of a Coptic man, Nabil Habashi, who was kidnapped in Sinai](https://www.el-shai.com/isis-execution-coptic-man-nabil-habashi/): The terrorist organization ISIS broadcast a video of the execution of a Copt in the village of Bir al-Abed in North Sinai, Nabil Habashi, who was kidnapped in November 2020. The firing squad carried out the execution under the pretext of Christian support for the Egyptian army and the Egyptian state against the Islamic State. Last November, gunmen kidnapped Nabil Habashi Salama in Bir al-Abd in North Sinai among passers-by. They stole a car under duress, kidnapped the Habashi, and fled it in the middle of the city without being intercepted. They asked for a ransom of five million; then no...
- [Truecaller Enterprise: Business to verify their identities for consumer safety](https://www.el-shai.com/truecaller-enterprise-business/): Truecaller, the world’s most trusted telephone search engine and caller ID service, has introduced brand identity solutions as its premier Enterprise offering. The offering allows businesses to verify their identity which increases consumer safety by preventing fraud and scam calls. Businesses can drive efficiency in their communications while improving call-pickup rates for genuine and important calls. With frauds &amp; scams using spoofed identities on the rise across the world, there is a dire need to bring in more trust in communications. Apart from the green Caller ID and green Verified Business badge, a verified business on Truecaller gets a verified tick...
- [From El-Ikhtyar 2: Remember the Real Story of The Hero Major General Mohammad Gaber](https://www.el-shai.com/from-el-ikhtyar-2-remember-the-real-story-of-the-hero-major-general-mohammad-gaber/): In the fifth episode of the series &#8220;El-Ikhtyar 2/The Choice 2,&#8221; Ashraf Abdel Baqi appeared in the role of the martyr, Major General Mohammad Gaber. General Mohamed was the commander of the Kerdasa police station who played a heroic role in the events. At noon on August 14, 2013, after the police forces managed to break the &#8220;Rab&#8217;a&#8221; and &#8220;Al-Nahda&#8221; sit-ins, terrorist elements of the Muslim Brotherhood surrounded the Kerdasa police station and Major General Mohammad Gaber and his men stood up to confront this aggression. The terrorist elements fired RPGs, and set fire to vehicles next to the department, and...
- [PUBG Mobile X HENEDY: Mohamed Henedy to take over PUBG?](https://www.el-shai.com/pubg-mobile-x-mohamed-henedy-to-take-over-pubg/): PUBG MOBILE is celebrating the Holy Month of Ramadan with a sensational collaboration with one of the best-known and most-loved comedy actors in the Arab world – MOHAMED HENEDY. Mohamed Henedy is bringing his unique humour and style to PUBG MOBILE, with a line-up of in-game and live activities to entertain and delight PUBG MOBILE players throughout Ramadan and Eid. The PUBG MOBILE Ramadan celebrations reach new levels with this exciting partnership with Mohamed Henedy, which was announced through a hilarious teaser trailer available to watch now on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. The collaboration will include a unique voice pack,...
- [Amazon contributes to 1 million meals across the Arab World this Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/amazon-contributes-million-meals-ramadan/): Amazon today announced that it would contribute to more than one million meals to support families in need across Egypt, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan during the Holy month of Ramadan. The program takes a hands-on approach, with hundreds of Amazon employees working alongside community partners to pack food hampers at Amazon’s Fulfillment Centres across the Arab World, with Amazon leveraging its scale to support the community. Partnering with regional food banks and charities, Amazon will provide a combination of products, services, and monetary donations, including grocery supplies and packaging materials. This will result in approximately 1,074,080 meals reaching underserved and...
- [Best Ramadan Tents for the Ultimate 2021 Ramadan Night in Cairo, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-tents-ramadan-night-cairo-egypt-2021/): Ramadan nights are back, and so are the Ramadan tents! We got you a quick list of the best Ramadan tents around the city of Cairo, Egypt. Remember, though, covid is still alive and well. Make sure you have full precautions. We also haven&#8217;t been to any of these places and can&#8217;t guarantee the full safety measures. With that said, we made sure to only include venues that we know usually have safety measures. But if at some point you felt like it&#8217;s too crowded or not as safe, we recommend leaving a 100%! Si Omar Ramadan Tent When: Every night...
- [Expats Guide To Ramadan In Egypt And Its Traditions](https://www.el-shai.com/expats-guide-ramadan-in-egypt-and-its-traditions/): Is it your first time to spend Ramadan in Egypt? Yeah, then you&#8217;re definitely confused by what&#8217;s happening.&nbsp; Don&#8217;t worry, though. We&#8217;ll take you to a step-by-step expats guide to let you know what Ramadan in Egypt is all about, religiously and culturally.&nbsp; What is Ramadan? Islam has its own annual months, and Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar. Ramadan is the holiest month of the year for Muslims and the month when we fast. It&#8217;s believed that some of the first verses of the Qu&#8217;ran were revealed during Ramadan to Prophet Mohamed. What is Fasting? Fasting is...
- [Agriculture in Africa 2021: Oxford Business Group teams with OCP Group for sectoral analysis](https://www.el-shai.com/agriculture-in-africa-2021-oxford-business-group/): A new focus report produced by the global research and advisory firm Oxford Business Group (OBG) in partnership with OCP Group, the world’s most extensive phosphate mining and leading fertilizer company, shines a spotlight on Africa’s agriculture sector, examining the potential it holds to strengthen food security across the region and the tech-led solutions that are expected to be key in driving post-pandemic growth. Titled “Agriculture in Africa 2021”, the report charts the industry’s performance to date on both a regional and country-by-country basis, giving crucial facts and figures on topics that include variations in land use and crop production, cross-border...
- [Amazon Payment Services Removes Service Fees for New MSMEs](https://www.el-shai.com/amazon-payment-services-fees-msmes/): Amazon Payment Services, a payment processing service in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, has announced that it will be waiving all fees for new businesses wishing to benefit from its services in Egypt.&nbsp; The move aligns with Amazon Payment Services’ mission to provide businesses with simple, affordable, and trusted online payment experiences. Supporting an initiative launched by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to encourage the transition to digital payments in Egypt, Amazon Payment Services will waive all account setup and maintenance fees for Micro, Small &amp; Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) for its digital payment service throughout the month...
- [Interview: Right To Dream Egypt's MD Mr Mohammed Wasfy](https://www.el-shai.com/right-to-dream-egypts-md-mr-mohammed-wasfy/): On Wednesday 20th January 2021, Right To Dream announced a new long-term footballing partnership with the Mansour Group, a family-owned global conglomerate, that will help bring greater access, opportunity and equality through football across the globe. Right To Dream, the global opportunity-creating ecosystem of football academies, professional football clubs and partnering colleges and universities, founded by visionary British social entrepreneur Tom Vernon, has formed a new €100 million partnership with the Mansour Group to help bring greater access, opportunity and equality through football. A new entity, Man Sports, is being established for the partnership. Under the terms of the partnership, Man Sports...
- [Our First Thoughts on Bayn El Sama we El Ard: A Remake of a Classic, But Will It Live up to Expectations?](https://www.el-shai.com/our-first-thoughts-on-bayn-el-sama-we-el-ard/): Our second pre-judging review is here, and this time we&#8217;re dissecting Bayn El Sama we El Ard/Between Heaven and Earth.&nbsp; The series is based on&nbsp;Naguib Mahfouz&#8216;s story, and the original film screened in 1960. Yes, that classic! The original movie starred Hend Rostom, Abdel Moneim Madbouly, Mahmoud El-Meliguy, Abdel Salam Al Nabulsy, and Abdel Moneim Ibrahim. The plot revolves around a group of strangers who get stuck together after getting stuck in an elevator.&nbsp; Each has a different story, including an actress, a madman, thieves, a woman about to labor, a juvenile old man, and others. The story&#8217;s great; we don&#8217;t...
- [Kolo Bil Hob Actors Quitting and Suing. Why?](https://www.el-shai.com/kolo-bil-hob-actors-quitting-and-suing-why/): Don&#8217;t you love it when a TV series provides more real-life drama than the drama intended on the show? We know we do! With the start of Ramadan being the time where all artists brag about their series with the release of their first episode, the series &#8220;Kolo Bil Hob/All with Love&#8221; did the exact opposite, and it&#8217;s obvious that kolo is NOT bil hob! &#8220;Kolo Bil Hob&#8221; stars actor Zeina, Sabreen, Ahmed El Saadani, Bassem Samra, Youssef Othman, Samer El-Masry, and directed by Essam Abdel Hamid. Let&#8217;s be fair, the combination of actors doesn&#8217;t make much sense, and it shows...
- [Viu to launch nine new exclusive series this Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/viu-launch-nine-exclusive-series-this-ramadan/): The lineup includes ad-free shows from Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, available for free to all Viu-ers Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, has announced its exciting and exclusive lineup of new TV series for Ramadan 2021.&nbsp; Streaming exclusively on Viu’s platform, the nine original titles will be available for free for all Viu-ers throughout the Holy Month (from April 13 to May 12). The lineup includes Welad Nas, Al Maddah, Al Deek Al Azraq, Bent Al-Sultan, Karm Alalaly, Bela’y Andak Shoghl, Jalmoud Al Sahari, Leabet Al Intiqam, and Oud Hai.  Some of the shows have been co-produced with local filmmakers and feature diverse and leading cast members...
- [Our First Thoughts on Khali Balak min Zizi: Someone take Zizi Away from our Screens!](https://www.el-shai.com/khali-balak-min-zizi-review/): Alright, we&#8217;re going to start prejudging Ramadan series&#8217; and give you our unwanted opinions.&nbsp; I&#8217;ll start with the first and only show I&#8217;ve watched so far, and it&#8217;s &#8220;Khali Balak min Zizi.&#8220; Before anything, starting this show, I thought it&#8217;ll either be a hit or a miss. The series had many cast and the same director behind Qabeel, which was a great hit. This is why I started to think that maybe this one will flop.&nbsp; I know it&#8217;s too early to judge an entire series just by its first series, but when you have tens of shows to choose from,...
- [Malak Badawi And Her Rollercoaster Life](https://www.el-shai.com/malak-badawi-and-her-rollercoaster-life/): Women in the Egyptian film industry are very few, yet they&#8217;re almost always presenting bolder and more daring ideas.&nbsp; We&#8217;re happy to bring to you Malak Badawi, the artist from Egypt who just won the Silver Hipatia Award for Best Short Film at Alexandria Short Film Festival for her movie &#8220;The Rollercoaster.&#8221; Malak Badawi wrote, edited, directed, and starred in the movie, which shows an inner monologue of a young woman thinking about the concept of true love. Malak Badawi first gained our attention in the Ramadan series &#8220;The Flood&#8221; (Al Tofan) alongside several legendary actors in 2017 to Anesa Farah....
- [Tickets are released for a magical night by Omar Khairat at Abdeen Palace](https://www.el-shai.com/tickets-omar-khairat-at-abdeen-palace/): The open theater at Abdeen Palace is witnessing great preparations for the night of art and history. An unprecedented international concert for the great musician Omar Khairat will be held on Sunday, May 2. Omar Khairat and his band are currently doing rehearsals in preparation for the ceremony, as part of celebrations that bring them together from Inside the ancient palace of Abdin, coinciding with the holy month&#8217;s nights Ramadan and the festivals of Sham El-Nessim. The ceremony will be held under Palm Hills Development&#8217;s auspices, a pioneer in real estate development and the owner of the best residential projects in...
- [Online shopping and international shipping to Egypt now made easy with UGOTBOX](https://www.el-shai.com/international-shipping-egypt-ugotbox/): Online shopping addicts, rejoice! Online shopping and international shipping in Egypt have now been made easier! Egyptian Post launched the &#8220;UGOTBOX&#8221; service in the framework of supporting the state&#8217;s plans to increase the growth rates of the e-commerce market in Egypt and to provide distinguished services to citizens. The &#8220;UGOTBOX&#8221; service allows you to shop from the United States of America products that are tax-exempt. How, you ask? The Egyptian Post Shipping Agent in the United States is treated as a free trade transaction. This ensures a highly competitive value and excellent quality while ensuring it is delivered to customers anywhere...
- [A Talk with Mr. Greg Lewis, New Zealand Ambassador to Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/mr-greg-lewis-new-zealand-ambassador-to-egypt/): It&#8217;s not every day that we get to have a one-on-one conversation with an ambassador to Egypt, but luckily, we had the chance to speak with Mr. Greg Lewis, New Zealand Ambassador to Egypt. Greg Lewis was appointed as an ambassador to Egypt in January 2019, under the Jacinda Ardern administration, and it&#8217;s safe to say that he might be the first ambassador from New Zealand to become known to the Egyptian public. We had the chance to speak to Greg about his long history with and love of Egypt, how it&#8217;s been for him as an ambassador and being away...
- [All about the 3.2 Bn Educational zone, Bringing American and British Education in the Best way to Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/educational-zone-american-british-education-egypt/): Tatweer Misr signs three contracts worth EGP 3.2 Bn with NJIT, King’s College, and Narmer American College…A new partnership with CIB Egypt and Colliers to attract more international investments Bloomfields’ educational zone. As part of its role to add value to the Egyptian real estate sector, the leading real estate developer, Tatweer Misr, announced three final contracts worth EGP 3.2 Bn with three educational entities. The new contractual agreements included an international branch campus of the New Jersey Institute of Technology(NJIT), two schools for the King’s College, and a school for Narmer American College, all of which are located at the...
- [Cairo International Film Festival unveils dates for it’s 43rd edition](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-43rd-edition/): The management of the Cairo International Film Festival proudly announces that it will hold it’s 43rd edition from Dec 1st to Dec 10th 2021. The closing ceremony is to be held December 9th, followed by a screening of the prize winning films the following day (Dec 10th). Festival president Mohamed Hefzy stated that “The festival’s programming team and management are thrilled by the challenge that this upcoming edition offers, and we are eager to present a diverse and rich lineup of films and a selection worthy of the festival’s audience that has come to expect more in terms of quality and...
- [المخرج تامر عشري ينتظر عرض برنامج الرحالة في رمضان](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d8%aa%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%b8%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%ac-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%ad/): حصد فيلم &#8220;ماتعلاش عن الحاجب&#8221; للمخرج تامر عشري على جائزتين في ختام بانورما سينما المغرب والشرق الاوسط في باريس، جائزة الجمهور لأفضل فيلم روائي قصير وجائزة الطلبة من مدرسة الليسيه سوچيغ. الفيلم بطولة أسماء أبو اليزيد ومريم الخشت وعلي الطيب وأحمد عثمان وسيناريو هيثم دبور وإنتاج صفي الدين محمود ومصطفى صلاح. يذكر أن فيلم &#8220;ماتعلاش عن الحاجب&#8221; قد حصل من قبل على جايزة أفضل فيلم روائي قصير عربي في مهرجان الجونة وجايزة أفضل ممثلة لأسماء أبو اليزيد من مهرجان إيليا للأفلام القصيرة في القدس. وعلي صعيد آخر ينتظر المخرج تامر عشري عرض البرنامج التليفزيوني &#8220;الرحالة&#8221; خلال شهر رمضان على منصة شاهد، والذي...
- [بالصور | هاني سرحان مع أبطال الإختيار 2 في أخر يوم تصوير](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b5%d9%88%d8%b1-%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a3%d8%a8%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%ae%d8%aa%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%b1-2/): نشر المؤلف هاني سرحان على منصات التواصل الأجتماعي الخاصة به صور من أخر يوم تصوير لمسلسل الإختيار 2، رجال الظل، وعلق &#8221; آخر يوم تصوير في الإختيار2&#8243;، وظهر في الصور هاني سرحان مع المخرج بيتر ميمي والأبطال كريم عبد العزيز وأحمد مكي والمنتج الفني فتحي إسماعيل، ومدير التصوير حسين عسر. مسلسل &#8220;الإختيار 2&#8221; من المنتظر عرضة على قناة ONTV في شهر رمضان القادم، المسلسل من تأليف هانى سرحان وإخراج بيتر ميمى وإنتاج شركة سينرجى وبطولة كريم عبد العزيز وأحمد مكى وإياد نصار وإنجى المقدم وأسماء أبو اليزيد ومحمد علاء وإسلام جمال وأحمد شاكرعبد اللطيف ورياض الخولى وقد ظهر المؤلف هاني سرحان مؤخراً في...
- [نهاية عكس التوقعات في الموسم الثالث من الآنسة فرح](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%86%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ab%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ab-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a2%d9%86%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%ad/): على عكس جميع التوقعات، استطاعت الشرطة أخيرًا القبض على عاصي الغول – ميريام، بعدما أدعى شادي أنه مريض بالسرطان، ليجبرها على العودة إلى الفندق، وقررت ميريما الاعتراف بكل شيء للشرطة ولكن تحت شرط واحد فقط، وهو تعيين حراسة شخصية على سجنها للأبد، حتى تتجنب ما حدث لجيهان ويتم قتلها في السجن.   كما انقلبت علياء على شادي بسبب تعنيفه لها، وقررت طرده من الفندق نهائيًا، وذلك بعدما اتحدت مع أنيسة التي تمتلك وصية كمال وهدان، والذي حرم فيها شادي من كل شيء بسبب كونه ليس ابنه، كما تمكنت أنيسة من استدراج نادين إلى غرفة شادي وهددتها بالسلاح بسبب الرسالة التي أرسلتها...
- [Bassel Khaiat Slays the cover of GQ Middle East](https://www.el-shai.com/bassel-khaiat-slays-the-cover-of-gq-middle-east/): Syrian actor Bassel Khaiat rocked the cover of GQ Middle East in a daring look that definitely turned heads. Khaiat is seen in Fendi, Alexander McQueen, and Versace! The best part about the shoot is not the unusual styling or seeing Bassel Khaiat in a new light, but honestly, it&#8217;s the fact that it&#8217;s shot in Gezira Sporting Club! Bassel Khaiat was interviewed by GQ to promote his new Ramadan show &#8220;Civil War&#8221; alongside Youssra. Check the full interview here. Photography: Ämr Ezzeldinn Styling: Mohamed Elashy Creative&nbsp;Producer: Amira Elraghy Producer: Malaika Naik Executive Producer: Marwa El-Zomor On-set Producer: Zeyad El Kadi...
- [ريم العدل عضو لجنة تحكيم مهرجان الإسكندرية للفيلم القصير](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%af%d9%84-%d8%b9%d8%b6%d9%88-%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%85-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b3%d9%83%d9%86/): اختارت إدارة مهرجان الإسكندرية للفيلم القصير مصممة الأزياء ريم العدل، لتكون عضو لجنة تحكيم في مسابقة الافلام الروائية و الوثائقية في دورته الحالية والتي تقام فعالياتها من 5 وحتى 10 أبريل الحالي. وهذا في ظل دعمها الدائم لصُنّاع الأفلام الشباب، واهتمامها بالمشاركة في صناعة الأفلام القصيرة حيث شاركت في تصميم ملابس 8 أفلام قصيرة خلال العام الماضي. وتضم لجنة التحكيم أيضاً الفنانة رشا مهدي ويترأسها المخرج عمر عبد العزيز، والمهرجان هو احتفالية سينمائية تقام في شهر أبريل من كل عام بمدينة الإسكندرية، أسسته وتنظمه جمعية دائرة الفن المهرجان هدفه نشر ثقافة الفيلم للقصير وتبادل الثقافات العربية، كما ينظم المهرجان ورش وندوات...
- [A Campaign against El Tawoos Series which is about the Fairmont Incident](https://www.el-shai.com/a-campaign-against-el-tawoos-series-which-is-about-the-fairmont-incident/): With trailers for the Ramadan series starting to get released, one trailer, in particular, has struck a nerve with several people, including us. The series &#8220;El Tawoos&#8221; trailer shows that the series is heavily inspired by the events of the Fairmont incident, which we feel is extremely inappropriate to screen when the case is still happening, and we can&#8217;t even begin to think how difficultly must be for all the victims involved. Luckily, attorney Tariq Al-Awadi submitted a complaint to the Attorney General demanding that the series be stopped, since they are using of his client Nazli Mustafa Karim&#8217;s image and...
- [Effat and Mohamed Naghi’s works will be exhibited amongst the French impressionists in Paris](https://www.el-shai.com/effat-and-mohamed-naghis-french-impressionists/): Amongst Art D’Egypte’s efforts to preserve Egypt’s cultural heritage and promote Egyptian art in the international arena, they’re announcing that Effat and Mohamed Naghi’s works will be exhibited amongst the French impressionists in Paris. Art D’Egypte is proud to announce that eleven of Effat and Mohamed Naghi’s works are exhibited in Paris from the 9th to the 14th of April, amongst the modern and impressionist masters. Their artworks will arrive directly from Alexandria and coming from their estate run by the platform “Art D’Égypte.” Mohamed (1888-1954) and Effat Naghi (1905-1994) are modern Egyptian painters. Valérie Didier, Associate Director, Impressionist, and Modern Art...
- [Spotify Announces Second RADAR MENA Collaboration with Viral Chart-Topper](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-radar-mena-collaboration-chart-topper/): In March 2020, Spotify launched RADAR, an emerging artist program spotlighting rising talent worldwide. From Germany to Japan, Brazil to the MENA region and beyond, the program has surpassed more than two billion global streams. Marking the next chapter of the program in the region, Spotify is excited to announce young Jordanian viral sensation Issam Alnajjar as its latest RADAR artist in MENA. The partnership will see the global chart-topper collaborate with Canadian music production and DJ duo Loud Luxury and Iraqi-Canadian singer and songwriter Ali Gatie to release “Turning Me Up” (Hadal Ahbek). Stream the single on Spotify on Friday, 09 April. The program...
- [Get Ramadan ready: A quick guide for businesses to get the most out of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-guide-businesses-facebook-instagram/): During Ramadan, people look to technology to stay up-to-date and connect with family and friends. As a result of the pandemic, more people connect online through their mobiles as a safer alternative for Ramadan-related activities &#8211; from prayer groups to shopping. With the bulk of shopping expected to take place online, here’s a handy guide to ensure that your business is Ramadan ready across the Facebook family of apps. Keep your Facebook Page and Instagram business profile updated with your latest business information. Make sure you include your contact information, updated opening hours, and delivery options. Highlight important announcements. To proactively...
- [Should World Leaders be Subjected to Same Rules as Us on Social Media? Twitter is Asking!](https://www.el-shai.com/world-leaders-social-media-twitter-survey/): Two years ago, Twitter explained its principles and approach to world leaders on the platform. Today, Twitter is calling for the public’s input on how it regulates world leaders on the platform to ensure those policies remain relevant in the ever-evolving landscape of political discourse on Twitter while continuing to protect the health of the public conversation. Twitter recently announced the launch of a public survey, which will help inform its policy framework. The survey poses the question of whether or not the public believes world leaders should be subject to the same rules as others on Twitter. And, should they...
- [Facebook Apps celebrate a #MonthofGood this Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-apps-celebrate-a-monthofgood-this-ramadan/): This Ramadan, Facebook Inc. is marking the Holy Month with a global campaign that aims to explore, inspire and express good across its family of apps. The #MonthofGood campaign &#8211; which brings together Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp, in a celebration of charity, collaboration, and community &#8211; will run throughout Ramadan across the Middle East and North Africa [MENA] region. Despite the barriers to coming together in person, Ramadan remains a time for generosity, charity, and reflection. Globally in 2020, people raised twice as much as in 2019 through Ramadan-related fundraisers across Facebook and Instagram. People sent over 20 million “Happy...
- [ريد ستار تشارك في مهرجان مالمو السينما العربية ب 11 فيلم](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%af-%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%aa%d8%b4%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%83-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84/): تنطلق شركة ريد ستار بـ 11 فيلمًا في مهرجان مالمو للسينما العربية لتشارك في 3 برامج مختلفة في الفترة ما بين 6 إبريل وحتى 11 إبريل المقبل، حيث تنافس في المسابقة الرسمية للأفلام الطويلة بفيلم حظر تجول للمخرج أمير رمسيس وذلك بعد جولاته بالمهرجانات السينمائية، كما تنافس في المسابقة الرسمية للأفلام القصيرة بفيلمي الحد الساعة خمسة للمخرج شريف البندري والخد الآخر للمخرج ساندرو كنعان. ومن ناحية أخرى يعرض المهرجان ضمن برنامج عروض خاصة ٨ أفلام قصيرة لشركة ريد ستار حار جاف صيفا لـ شريف البنداري، ماتعلاش عن الحاجب لـ تامر العشري، هذه ليلتي لـ يوسف نعمان، أسبوع ويومين لـ مروة زين،...
- [YouTube Kids App Now in Egypt & the Middle East](https://www.el-shai.com/youtube-kids-middle-east-north-africa/): YouTube announced today the launch of YouTube Kids in Arabic in 15 countries across the Middle East and North Africa. YouTube Kids makes it easier for families to find videos that children enjoy while offering parents easy-to-use tools to customize their family’s experience. Created for children under 13 and with families in mind, YouTube Kids is a standalone app that hosts a range of content to help families support their children’s exploration and curiosity. Children can learn about new topics and be entertained through channels and playlists organized into categories, including Learning &amp; Hobbies, Arts &amp; Crafts, YouTubers &amp; Family Vloggers,...
- [كل اللي عايز تعرفه عن تترات مسلسلات رمضان 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b6%d8%a7%d9%86-2021/): اقترب شهر رمضان (بقي 8 أيام على وجه الدقة) وأحنا بالفعل دخلنا في روح رمضان وأهم حاجة المسلسلات. بيما أن الجميع بيتكلم عن المسلسلات نفسها، فكرنا في تقديم قائمة بأغاني تترات مسلسلات رمضان 2021 عشان هي فعلان أهم من المسلسلات نفسها وهنفضل نسمع فيهم طوال الشهر. أسماء كبيرة مثل منير وشيرين في القائمة ، وبعض الأسامي الجدد زي عمر كامل على القائمة. وفي وائل كفوري بيغني في تتر مسلسل لأول مرة في مسيرته الفنية. بس حتى الآن ، أصالة هي الفي القمة بثلاث تترات. وائل كفوري في داون تاون دخل وائل عالم تتر المسلسلات من خلال مسلسل &#8220;داون تاون&#8221; بطولة أمل...
- [Carole Samaha sings "Elly Khan", the Intro Song for "Ded El Kasr"](https://www.el-shai.com/carole-samaha-elly-khan-ded-el-kasr/): Actress Carole Samaha finished recording the song for the series Ded El Kasr, starring Nelly Karim, and competed during the Ramadan marathon. The song is called Elly Khan, and it is a song written by Dr. Medhat El Adl, composed by Ahmed El Adl, and music arrangement by Elhami Dehaima and Ahmed Hossam. The director of the series intensified the filming of the remaining scenes. The shooting has been happening 24/7, and holidays were suspended until the end of the filming. The series &#8220;Ded El Kasr&#8221; is produced by El-Adl Group, written by Amr El-Daly, directed by Ahmed Khaled, and starring...
- [Wael Kfoury Records a TV Series Theme Songs for the first time with Hamdy Badr](https://www.el-shai.com/wael-kfoury-tv-series-theme-songs-hamdy-badr/): Lebanese singer Wael Kfoury recorded a new song entitled &#8220;Kolena Manenjar&#8221; written by Ali Al-Mawla, composed by Rami Shalhoub and Jamal Yassin, and distributed by Jamal Yassin and produced by Craft Media by music producer Hamdy Badr. The cooperation between the duo Hamdy Badr and Wael Kfoury will witness great surprises in the coming period. The first of these surprises is the entry of Wael into the world of theme songs through the series &#8220;Downtown,&#8221; scheduled to be shown in Ramadan 2021. Downtown will be starring Amal Bouchoucha, Samer Ismail, Stephanie Saliba, Carmen Labis, Sarah Abi Kanaan and directed by Zuhair...
- [El-Malek Series will Discontinue its Shooting Until it's Reviewed by Professionals](https://www.el-shai.com/el-malek-series-will-discontinue-its-shooting/): After the release of the poster, which was met by a backlash, then claiming it was fake, then releasing another one which was also met by a backlash, the creators of the upcoming Ramadan series &#8220;El-Malek&#8221; decided to review the show. According to AlHayah TV, United Media Services announced that they will have an urgent committee from a group of historical specialists and sociologists to review El-Malek&#8217;s scenario and have a professional opinion, even if that results in it not airing it next Ramadan. Why was this not done from the start when it&#8217;s a series about history? No clue! This...
- [Abla Fahita collaborates with Adidas MENA for their Green Stan Smith, Forever](https://www.el-shai.com/abla-fahita-adidas-mena-stan-smith-forever/): Our favorite puppet Abla Fahita finally revealed her secret behind the &#8220;Window and the Green Hair&#8221; campaign. It&#8217;s nothing like you would&#8217;ve expected. Abla Fahita is collaborating with Adidas MENA on their new Stan Smith, Forever green campaign! The next step in our journey to help End Plastic Waste begins with reimagining the iconic white court sneaker, the Stan Smith, forever platform represented a new approach to sustainable design and signaled a new era for the classic silhouette. The sneaker features a white PRIME GREEN upper, a series of high-performance recycled materials, matched with a recycled rubber outsole.&nbsp; The collection features...
- [PINKBERRY OPENS ITS THIRD STORE OPENS IN CAIRO, EGYPT!](https://www.el-shai.com/pinkberry-opens-third-store-opens-in-cairo-egypt/): Pinkberry®, the world-famous frozen yogurt brand that originated in Los Angeles, California, and known for its fresh, pure, and delicious frozen yogurt and variety of toppings, is finally hitting Cairo Festival City. The first location launched back in 2012 in Cairo at City Stars, followed by Mall of Egypt opening the new store marks the third location in Egypt and the 55th store within the Middle East. Other stores opened in Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain, Jordan, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia markets. Pinkberry is committed to uncompromising quality. The premium frozen yogurt is made fresh daily with only the highest quality ingredients...
- [Queen Tiye's Hair Care Routine: How you can keep your hair healthy for thousands of years!](https://www.el-shai.com/queen-tiyes-hair-care-routine/): We got to see the Royal Mummies Parade last night, and we got to see several kings and queens walk down the streets of Cairo. One queen stood out, however, and it&#8217;s Queen Tiye.  Admit it, you all thought how the hell is her hair still that good after thousands of years. We&#8217;ve all been thinking it; just very few have been able to admit it. And just because we&#8217;re as petty as it gets, we left everything about the history and looked at Tiye&#8217;s hair care routine. Yes! We&#8217;re bringing you the royal hair care routine by the queen herself,...
- [An Exclusive Behind the Scene Look at the Styling Behind the Royal Mummies Parade](https://www.el-shai.com/styling-behind-the-royal-mummies-parade/): It&#8217;s day one after the Royal Mummies Parade, and we&#8217;re still feeling all the glitz and glam that happened during the show. While various designers worked with the celebrities during the Royal Mummies Parade, we wanted to dig deep and find all about the day&#8217;s fashion, from celebs to the pharaonic team. Look, we&#8217;re not going to lie and say we searched everywhere to get the information. We got lucky to know one of the team members of the styling team. We spoke with Hiba Shabana, who gave us all the insights about the styling process and even shared many behind-the-scenes...
- [The Suicide Squad Sets a New Record for Most Views of a Red Band Trailer in a Week](https://www.el-shai.com/the-suicide-squad-record-views-red-band-trailer/): Warner Bros. Pictures dropped a heavy-hitting red band trailer for the R-rated actioner “The Suicide Squad” that, in the spirit of the Squad, is kicking some serious ass.  With 151.1 million views, “The Suicide Squad” has set a new record for most views of a red band trailer in a week and counting. The trailer—the first released for the film—delivers intense action and wry humor, and global fans showed up in a big way in support of writer/director James Gunn’s vision.&nbsp; In total, the trailer trended in 40 markets on YouTube and 28 markets on Twitter. About “The Suicide Squad” From...
- [The Most Powerful yet Overlooked Moment of the parade: The Apperance of Magda Haroun](https://www.el-shai.com/the-apperance-of-magda-haroun-parade/): The parade was grand, empowering; we loved it. We can take ages to pinpoint our favorite things about the celebration, and we will, but we feel like we need to start with the most powerful yet overlooked moment of the parade: the apperance of Magda Haroun. For those who are not familiar with who Haroun is, in short, she&#8217;s a hero. But in more detail, Haroun is head of the Jewish community in Egypt, and she claims that she will be the last Jew left in Egypt, and it&#8217;s shaping to be true. Haroun was featured in the film to comment...
- [The Royal Mummies Parade's star was the music and The three women who slayed it!](https://www.el-shai.com/royal-mummies-parades-star-was-the-music/): From the start of the Royal Mummies Parade, people admired and praised the organization and the ceremony.&nbsp; One of the most praise factors was the ceremony’s music performances, all composed by Hisham Nazih. The singing was in the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic language. The songs are taken from the Book of the Dead and some poems written on the temples, Singers Reham Abdel Hakim, Amira Selim, and Nesma Mahjoub stole the lights, as well, with their beautiful voices during the opening of the parade of mummies in the presence of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Hesham Nazih: Hesham Nazih is an Egyptian music...
- [A Talk with Chief Designer and Art Director Hisham Mahdy](https://www.el-shai.com/a-talk-with-hisham-mahdy/): On Friday, 26 March, we headed to O West for a one-of-a-kind event. O West collaborated with Art D&#8217;Égypte in an experimental activation where designers, artists, photographers, factories, and developers collaborated on a project. The activation was about finding harmony in differences by bringing together diverse artists from various genres who used various elements all under the same exhibition roof. During the event, we were lucky enough to meet with one of the artists collaborating, Mr. Hisham Mahdy, who was showcasing his latest art creation, “The Welcome Swallow.” Hisham Mahdy is the CEO of Mahdy&#8217;s group, a leading group of associated...
- [Egyptian Abdel Latif Mohamed officially qualifies for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-abdel-latif-mohmed-2021-tokyo-olympics/): Egyptian Greco-Roman wrestler Abdel Latif Mohamed is officially qualified for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and wins the gold medal in the African Championship. Abdel Latif won the gold medal after defeating the Algerian champion 8-0 in the semi-final match, and the Moroccan champion in the final game in the competition for &#8220;under 130 kg&#8221; in African and Oceania. Qualifiers were held on the Tunisian and qualifying stadiums for Tokyo&#8217;s Olympic Games. &#8220;I used to train regularly before the qualifiers, despite my infection with Coronavirus because I always dreamed of playing in the Tokyo Olympics,&#8221; said wrestler Abdel Latif Mohamed  &#8220;It is a great...
- [Sarah Abdel Rahman is Talking about Women on Clubhouse!](https://www.el-shai.com/sarah-abdel-rahman-talking-about-women-clubhouse/): Actress Sarah Abdel Rahman created an interactive room called &#8220;About Women&#8221; on Clubhouse, where she brought a discussion about women&#8217;s rights filled with food for thoughts. We&#8217;re almost used to Sarah speaking up about women&#8217;s issues through many means, whether awareness campaigns, initiatives, seminars, or discussion sessions, and we&#8217;re here for all of it! Most notably a discussion that she ran on the sidelines of the Cairo International Film Festival 2019, about &#8220;The Power of Narration in dealing with Egyptian cinema and television drama of violence based on Genre,&#8221; and was attended by a large number of filmmakers, including directors Amr...
- [Mayan El Sayed is Taking Over Your TV this Ramadan with 3 Series!](https://www.el-shai.com/mayan-el-sayed-is-taking-over-your-tv-this-ramadan/): The young star Mayan El Sayed will be joining in, not one, but three series this Ramadan. She&#8217;ll be joining Civil war, Newton&#8217;s game, and Counterattack. Mayan El Sayed will be playing the role of Nour in the Civil war along with stars Yousra, Bassel Khaiat, Jamila Awad, and Cynthia Khalifeh and directed by Sameh Abdel Aziz. As for Newton&#8217;s Game, she will be playing the role of Yara, the sister of Hana (Mona Zaki), and also co-starring Muhammad Mamdouh and Muhammad Faraj, and directed by Tamer Mohsen. While in Counterattack, Mayan plays the role of Manar, the sister of Saif...
- [Flat6Labs and DisruptAD launch EGP 500m Ignite accelerator program to further entrepreneurship opportunities in Abu Dhabi](https://www.el-shai.com/flat6labs-disruptad-launch-egp-500m-ignite/): Flat6Labs, MENA’s leading seed investor and the largest manager of startup programs in the region, has partnered with DisruptAD, one of the region’s most prominent venture platforms, to launch Ignite, a new start-up accelerator in Abu Dhabi that will support early-stage companies with EGP 500 million in funding and other benefits including office space and mentorship. As a key player in Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, Flat6Labs has supported several startups in Egypt in the crucial stages of their business life cycle. Over the past three years, the firm has invested a total of EGP 70 million in 62 startups and trained more...
- [هاشتاج "كلمة للرئيس بصوتك" تريند على تويتر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%87%d8%a7%d8%b4%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ac-%d9%83%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a9-%d9%84%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%a6%d9%8a%d8%b3-%d8%a8%d8%b5%d9%88%d8%aa%d9%83-%d8%aa%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%af-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%8a/): انتشر خلال الساعات الأخيرة على موقع التواصل الاجتماعي &#8220;تويتر&#8220;، هاشتاج جديد باسم &#8220;كلمة للرئيس بصوتك&#8220;، وجاءت التويتات الخاصة بالهاشتاج مدعمة لسيادة الرئيس وتدعوه للاستمرار على نفس النجاحات وتطوير البلاد، والاستمرار على النهوض بالبلاد والتصدي لأي خطر داخلي أو خارجي يهدد استقرار وآمن البلاد، بجانب الرسائل الصوتية التي تتزايد في حملة حب مصر وشكر سيادة الرئيس عبد الفتاح السيسي من مصر وكل الدول العربية وخصوصًا دولة الإمارات العربية الشقيقة، ومن أهم التويتات المنتشرة على تويتر &#8220;أحنا شباب مصر ومعاك يا ريس لنهاية المشوار&#8221;، وأيضًا &#8220;وعدتنا ووفيت بوعدك وخليت مصر أم الدنيا وأد الدنيا وتحيا مصر&#8221;.
- [Antivirus software pioneer John McAfee dead after prison suicide](https://www.el-shai.com/antivirus-software-john-mcafee-dead-prison-suicide/): Antivirus software tycoon John McAfee died by apparent suicide in a Spanish jail cell Wednesday evening — hours after reports surfaced that he would be extradited to face federal charges in the US, according to local media. The eccentric tech entrepreneur was arrested in October and was awaiting extradition when he was found dead, police sources told the newspaper El Pais. John McAfee was a British-American computer programmer and businessman. He founded the software company McAfee Associates in 1987 and ran it until 1994, when he resigned from the company. McAfee Associates achieved early success as the creator of McAfee&#8217;s first...
- [A Call for Female Artists: Applications for the exhibition  "My Favorite Things 6" are open!](https://www.el-shai.com/female-artists-applications-my-favorite-things-6/): After the success of the five previous editions, the All-Girl Art Collective “My Favorite Things” is back this year! Born in 2016 as a small group exhibition presenting a selection of the most inspiring artworks of the season, year after year “My Favorite Things” became a permanent visual platform. Its main purpose is to highlight the work of Egypt-based contemporary women artists and assist them in their artistic journey by providing technical and theoretical assistance from the realization to the setup of the artwork. The platform culminates in an annual exhibition where women artists are requested to submit their conceptually strong, original, and...
- [الوثائقي المصري "من وإلى مير" يشارك في مهرجان أسوان الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%ab%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%82%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%86-%d9%88%d8%a5%d9%84%d9%89-%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a3%d8%b3%d9%88/): أعلن مهرجان أسوان الدولي عن مشاركة الفيلم الوثائقي المصري &#8220;من وإلى مير&#8221;، من إخراج ماجي مرجان، في المسابقة الرسمية للمهرجان. &#8220;من وإلى مير&#8221; فيلم تسجيلي طويل تم تصويره خلال الاثنى عشر عاماً الماضية، حيث تذهب المخرجة لتزور مير القرية التي ولد فيها أجدادها، المكان الذي تركوه لكن ظلوا مرتبطين به، ولكن حينما تزور مير حاليًا تكتشف مكاناً يريد أغلب سكانه أن يتركوه. مير اسم قرية تقع في صعيد مصر، وتحديداً في جنوب القاهرة، في محافظة أسيوط وقريبة من مركز القوصية، وحرصت المخرجة ماجي مرجان أن يعرض الفيلم أولاً في مهرجان مصري صعيدي، وعندما اقتربت من الانتهاء من المونتاج سألت في البداية...
- [Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment invests 69 million EGP to renovate Downtown Cairo’s Iconic Building and launches Consoleya](https://www.el-shai.com/al-ismaelia-downtown-consoleya/): Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment announced the renovation of the old French Consulate and the launch of its latest project Consoleya,&nbsp;at&nbsp;a press conference held at the iconic building in Downtown Cairo. Consoleya is a joint venture between Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment and the renowned entrepreneur Hanan Abdel Meguid. The conference was attended by Karim Shafei, Co-Founder, Chairman &amp; CEO of Al Ismaelia, as well as Hanan Abdel Meguid, Co-Founding Partner of Consoleya. Consoleya is&nbsp;a fully serviced shared office space located at the old French Consulate building&nbsp;in Downtown Cairo. Starting with a vision to create an engaging and versatile...
- [Akram Hosny Ft. Haifa Wehbe’s LAW KONT Tops YouTube Trends With 8 Million Views](https://www.el-shai.com/akram-hosny-haifa-wehbes-law-kont/): In less than six days, Akram Hosny and Haifa Wehbe’s latest hit duet LAW KONT reached a total of 8 million views on both stars’ Youtube channels. This follows the success of the pre-launch social media teaser campaign with the hashtag #لو_كنت through all social media platforms, which topped the Twitter trending and Google Trends. On TikTok, Akram Hosny continued to excite the audience by a Tiktok Challenge to select the best video ft. the song, allowing the winner to attend with him his next shoot. As a result, the hashtag #لو_كنت reached more than 20 million views on Tik Tok...
- [Satin Roses Debuts Sweet Revenge Collection](https://www.el-shai.com/satin-roses-debuts-sweet-revenge-collection/): Satin Roses latest collection is entitled: Sweet Revenge, created in colors: black, white, nude, and pink. Their collections throughout the years are consistently created with the color black representing endurance and the color white representing power. A neutral nude tone gives a feeling of warmth. The touch of pink throughout the collections over the years represents good health. Among the fabrics used for the new collection are faux leather, satin, and chiffon and adding details with crystals and silver hardware. The satin black and white dresses with crystal details add soft contrast to the faux leather bustier dresses. The dichotomy of...
- [YouTube Ads Leaderboard - 2021 Global Cannes Lions Edition: YouTube Reveals 2021's Top Global Ads](https://www.el-shai.com/youtube-ads-leaderboard-cannes-lions-edition/): YouTube released the YouTube Ads Leaderboard &#8211; 2021 Global Cannes Lions Edition celebrating the most popular global video ads for June 1st, 2020, till May 30th, 2021.  The YouTube Ads Leaderboard showcases the most creative ads that people choose to watch. Ads are determined by an algorithm that factors in organic and paid views, watch time, and audience retention. The top 10 ads give us a glimpse into what mattered most to consumers worldwide during this challenging time. These ads represent +635M global views across the whole leaderboard: Global success: The top five spots belong to ads from Korea, Egypt, India, and...
- [NETFLIX ANNOUNCES A NEW SEASON OF THE SAUDI ANIMATION SERIES “MASAMEER COUNTY”](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-saudi-animation-series-masameer-county/): Netflix, the world&#8217;s leading streaming entertainment service, announced the release date for the new and exclusive season of Masameer “Masameer County,”; which is considered a new season and not a continuation of the previous seasons. The series will be available exclusively on Netflix on the 30th of June, 2021. The new season is packed with fun and adventure. It offers a humorous view of the changing Saudi and follows the Masaamer gang as they venture into a global media war, a long-standing tribal feud, and a health craze gone too far. “Masameer County” will air over 8 episodes exclusively on Netflix....
- [Arkan Palm and Crowne Plaza Hotel Partner to Serve 205 Community in the heart of Sheikh Zayed City](https://www.el-shai.com/arkan-palm-crowne-plaza-hotel-205-community/): Arkan Palm has announced the signing of a service partnership with the upcoming Crowne Plaza West Cairo (an IHG Hotel) for its latest residential community project in the heart of Sheikh Zayed City, ‘Canal Walk Island’ in the ‘205’ complex. Located in a strategic location on 205 acres, Canal Walk Island consists of a series of luxury hotel apartments overlooking a 2-km-long river and is the first of its kind in Egypt. With delivery starting in 2024, the ‘205’ complex will consist of 1,700 units, including a mix of fully-finished studios to duplexes, serviced by Crowne Plaza West Cairo. In addition...
- [TOP TEAMS BATTLE TO BECOME EGYPT’S PUBG MOBILE NATIONAL CHAMPIONS AT PMNC 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-pubg-mobile-national-champions-at-pmnc-2021/): The PUBG MOBILE National Cup (PMNC 2021), the first-ever national contest to find Egypt’s official PUBG MOBILE champions, is now underway, launching over a month of exciting competition and Esports action. PMNC 2021 will see the top Esports teams and players from across the country compete to be crowned as Egypt’s national PUBG MOBILE champions and claim a share of the $50,000 prize pool. Over 1,800 teams from Egypt have registered to join the qualifiers for PMNC 2021. The winning team will also secure a place in the upcoming PUBG MOBILE Pro League Arabia Season 2, the official professional-level competition for...
- [Ahmed El Saka to Receive El Gouna Film Festival (GFF)’s 2021 Career Achievement Award](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-el-saka-el-gouna-film-festival-career/): El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) is honored to bestow its 2021 Career Achievement Award on the Egyptian superstar Ahmed El Saka in recognition of his extraordinary cinematic journey and outstanding contribution to the industry during the past two decades. “It is a great honor to be recognized with El Gouna Film Festival’s Career Achievement Award this year. As I look back at my journey, I remember all the masters of the craft who influenced my career and inspired me. I am so grateful to them, along with my family and dear audience, for all the love and support they have given me over the years. I owe this milestone to...
- [Facebook Journalism Project and IJNet Launch a Toolkit for Reporting on Refugee Communities](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-journalism-project-ijnet-refugee/): On the occasion of World Refugee Day, The Facebook Journalism Project and ICFJ’s International Journalists’ Network (IJNet) are pleased to launch a media toolkit for Reporting on Refugee Communities in both Arabic and English. This comprehensive toolkit will act as a resource for journalists covering refugee stories by identifying ways to avoid stereotypical narratives. The media toolkit offers six resources to help journalists generate professional coverage of humanitarian crises, providing advice for editorial decision making, tools for conducting risk assessments, ethical guidance, and information on mental health. Reporting on refugee communities Toolkit [English] Reporting on refugee communities Toolkit [Arabic] Leading media...
- [A Grime Reaper Statue in Ismalia, Egypt Causes Uproar](https://www.el-shai.com/grime-reaper-statue-in-ismalia-egypt-causes-uproar/): The man behind a mysterious statue found in Ismalia, which the media called &#8220;the ghost of Ismailia,&#8221; has been arrested. The statue is of a skeleton covered in a cloak, which we guess should be representing grime ripper. The statue is said to have appeared suddenly without knowing who designed it and placed it, which caused even panic among the people of Ismailia. Locals in the area demand its removal, as it caused panic to the children and was described as &#8220;the devil.&#8221; According to Youm7, the statue&#8217;s owner claims that the statue was a promotional idea for a gift shop...
- [Zamalek FC's Volleyball Wins Egyptian Cup](https://www.el-shai.com/zamalek-fcs-volleyball-wins-egyptian-cup/): Zamalek FC&#8217;s Volleyball team won the Egyptian Cup after defeating Al-Ahly by three sets to two in the match that brought the two teams together today, Friday, at the Suez Canal Authority hall in Ismailia, in the final of the tournament. Zamalek played a strong match, and the team managed to settle the first set in its favor, with a score of 25-23, before the team continued its brilliance and ended the second set with a score of 25-18.&nbsp; Al-Ahly team managed to settle the third set in its favor, with a score of 25-22, and Al-Ahly excelled in the fourth...
- [تفاعل الجمهور مع "عاش يا كابتن" في العرض الخاص](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%a7%d8%b9%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%85%d9%87%d9%88%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%b4-%d9%8a%d8%a7-%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%aa%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6/): شهد العرض الخاص للفيلم الوثائقي الطويل &#8220;عاش يا كابتن&#8221; بسينما زاوية، تفاعلا كبيرا من جانب الجمهور، وذلك بحضور مخرجة العمل مي زايد، والفنان كريم قاسم، والفنان عمرو القاضي وعدد من الصحفيين والنقاد. وعقب العرض أعربت المخرجة مي زايد عن سعادتها بردود الفعل التي تلقتها على الفيلم، ووصول فكرته للجمهور الذي تفاعل معه سواء في المشاهد السعيدة أو الحزينة، وتم التعايش مع الأبطال، كما تحدثت عن ظروف التصوير التي استغرقت وقت طويل، وكواليس العمل وظروف الأبطال. الفيلم عرض مؤخرا بمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي وحصد من خلاله ثلاث جوائز وهم جائزة الهرم البرونزي، وجائزة إيزيس وجائزة الجمهور يوسف شريف رزق الله. يتزامن عرض...
- [CARTIER JOINS FORCES WITH EXPO 2020 DUBAI AND ANNOUNCES THE WOMEN’S PAVILION](https://www.el-shai.com/cartier-expo-2020-dubai-the-womens-pavilion/): Presented as part of the Expo 2020 Dubai, this is how the Manifesto of the next Women&#8217;s Pavilion will end. Staying true to its long-standing commitments to support women empowerment, illustrated through Cartier Women&#8217;s initiative and Cartier Philanthropy, Cartier pledges its involvement with the Women&#8217;s Pavilion. From 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022, the exhibition invites its visitors to participate in a unique, captivating, and immersive experience through a tribute dedicated to women from all backgrounds and vocations, from global political figures to local community members to female business leaders. An opportunity for dialogue and exchanges, the Pavilion offers new...
- [اعلان فيلم العارف الرسمي في السينمات يوم 14 يوليو](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%81-%d8%b9%d9%88%d8%af%d8%a9-%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%86%d8%b3-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a/): فيلم العارف من بطولة النجم أحمد عز، ويشارك في بطولته أحمد فهمي، محمود حميدة، مصطفى خاطر، كارمن بصيبص وركين سعد، من تأليف محمد سيد بشير، وإخراج أحمد علاء وإنتاج شركة سينرجي فيلمز. &#8220;العارف&#8221; تم تصويره بين 4 دول هي: مصر وإيطاليا وبلغاريا وماليزيا، وتم الانتهاء من تصوير آخر مشاهده الشهر الماضي. ونشر حساب سينرجي عبر موقع &#8220;إنستجرام&#8221;، بوستر الفيلم مصحوبا بتعليق: &#8220;الهاكر مش بس يقدر يخترق خصوصيتك.. ده قادر يفهم كل طباعك وده اللي بيخليه أقوى تهديد في العالم.. أنا مش بعيد، الدور على مين؟ العارف.. ١٤-٧ في السينمات&#8221;.
- [Egypt's Top Restaurant Sachi Now Opens 3rd Branch in Sheikh Zayed's Park St.](https://www.el-shai.com/sachi-restaurant-opens-in-sheik-zayeds-park-st/): It&#8217;s official; Cairo&#8217;s east and west are officially breaking up because Sachi is finally opening in Sheikh Zayed&#8217;s Park St., making it the third branch of the restaurant, with the original branch in Heliopolis, and the second in North Cost. The new branch will open in Park St., an exclusive business-centric complex that envisions a positive change to the face of West Cairo&#8217;s urban heart.&nbsp; Expertly conceived to address the need for fine-dining and fabulous social space, Park St. brings the finest dining, medical and shopping providers in a one-stop-shop that caters to your workday and nightlife. Sachi has quickly become...
- [Social Media vs. Podcasting Spotlight Panel ft. MENA's #1 Personal Branding Social Media Leader Sarah Refai x EMPWR](https://www.el-shai.com/social-media-vs-podcasting-sarah-refai-empwr/): MENA&#8217;s #1 Personal Branding Social Media Leader Sarah Refai Debuts Her Podcast in Arabic To Help Boost The Region’s Creator Economy via EMPWR Podcasting Network In her efforts to bring more value via the power of audio, Harvard Speaker and Lebanese Canadian entrepreneur Sarah Refai is now offering premium marketing know-how education given the region’s increasing number of listenership of podcasts and demand for Arabic content. Having graduated with a Bachelors in Political Science, owned two e-commerce stores, and managed a meal prep company at the age of 22, Sarah is currently the co-founder of her social media marketing agency, coconut-media.com....
- [Netflix Releases the Trailer of TrollHunters: Rise of The Titans](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-releases-the-trailer-of-trollhunters-rise-of-the-titans/): Directors: Johane Matte, Francisco Ruiz Velasco, Andrew L. Schmidt Writers: Guillermo del Toro, Marc Guggenheim, Dan Hageman, Kevin Hageman Executive Producers: Guillermo del Toro, Marc Guggenheim, Chad Hammes, Dan Hageman, Kevin Hageman Voice Cast: Emile Hirsch, Lexi Medrano, Charlie Saxton, Kelsey Grammer, Alfred Molina, Steven Yeun, Nick Frost, Colin O&#8217;Donoghue, Diego Luna, Tatiana Maslany, Cole Sand, Nick Offerman, Fred Tatasciore, Brian Blessed, Kay Bess, Piotr Michael, James Hong, Tom Kenny, Angel Lin, Amy Landecker, Jonathan Hyde, Bebe Wood, Laraine Newman, Grey Griffin, Cheryl Hines About TrollHunters: Rise of The Titans: In Dreamworks&#8217; Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans, Arcadia may look like...
- [Ex by Art D’Égypte Announces the Opening of Almaza Bay Exhibition](https://www.el-shai.com/ex-by-art-degypte-almaza-bay-exhibition/): On the coast of Almaza Bay, Ex by Art D’Égypte announces the opening of the Art Beach house exhibition in B03, BeachTown, Almaza Bay, and will run all throughout the summer season until 22nd August 2021 from 12:00- 3:00 &amp; 5:00- 10:00 pm. Almaza Bay Exhibition will host a diverse range of artists all summer long: Abdallah Basher, Adham Abd Elmoneim, Adel Rahoumi, Aida Khalil, Aliaa El Greidy, Bahr El Din, Botros Saeid, Caroline Berzi, Eman Hussein, Farida El Bustani, Farida Ibrahim, Hala El Sharouny, Hossam Zaki, Imane Ibrahim, Joseph El Duwairy, Khaled Abdo, Khaled El Halaby, Leila Aguizy, Marwan Yasser,...
- [Openner Backs Rising E-Commerce Platform Tejarra.com with a 6-Figure USD Seed Investment](https://www.el-shai.com/openner-backs-rising-e-commerce-platform-tejarra-com-with-a-6-figure-usd-seed-investment/): Venture Capital and first “Venture Builder&#8221; model in Egypt, Openner, injected a 6-figure USD seed investment into electronics e-commerce platform&nbsp;tejarra.com, as the platform’s first investor and partner. Through the partnership, Openner will not only offer capital, but also in-depth, hands-on technical support, scientific expertise and additional resources for the platform’s marketing and sales operations as well as its market success and positioning. Launched in January 2021,&nbsp;tejarra.com&nbsp;has over 50 vendors offering over 18,000 products, where wholesalers, suppliers, and vendors sell electronic consumer goods, ranging from fridges, TVs, printers to video games, wearables, computers, tablets and mobile phones, fitness and personal care equipment....
- [Tatweer Misr Announces the final winners of the fourth round of The Tatweer Misr Innovation Competition](https://www.el-shai.com/winners-tatweer-misr-innovation-competition/): Tatweer Misr, the leading real estate developer, has officially announced the winners of the fourth round of The Tatweer Misr Innovation Competition during a pitch night that took place on the 14th of June at the Greek Campus. The event hosted individuals and entities that heavily contribute to the local entrepreneurship ecosystem including; a number of successful entrepreneurs from different industries, representatives from incubators, and startups and media representatives. This year’s round featured four winners from a total of ten contestants, after the pitch night hosted phenomenal ideas exceeding expectations and resulting in a last-minute decision taken by Tatweer Misr to...
- [All About How in Just 4 Hours, A Woman Got her Harasser at the Airport Fired and in Handcuffs!](https://www.el-shai.com/woman-got-her-harasser-airport-fired-handcuffs/): A video of a woman called Basma (beebishay on Instagram) has received almost a million views in less than 24 hours where the girl is seen hysterically crying because a man took pictures of her at the Cairo International Airport when she was on her way back to Egypt from Lebanon. According to Basma, the police were doing nothing and went as far as looking at the pictures with him. She said that the room was filled with 10 men passing around the phone to look at the pictures taken of her. In her video, she claimed that these men are...
- [Twitter introduces a new language setting on Twitter.com - Arabic Feminine](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-introduces-a-new-language-arabic-feminine/): People across the world come to Twitter to discuss what’s happening, and Twitter wants its service to better reflect the many voices that shape the conversation. In some languages, such as Arabic, words can be feminine or masculine. So today, Twitter is introducing a new language setting that acknowledges and better supports the Arabic feminine form. People who select this setting will be addressed in the feminine form. For example, “Tweet” will be “غرّدي” (which addresses women) rather than the default Arabic today which is “غرّد” (addressing men). Also, “Explore” will be “إستكشفي” rather than “إستكشف”. Carla El Maalouli, Head of...
- [Over 100 Million People Worldwide Have Signed Up For Facebook's Local Blood Donation Notifications](https://www.el-shai.com/over-100-million-facebook-local-blood-donation/): Today on World Blood Donor Day, Facebook announced that more than 100 million people have signed up for Facebook’s Local Blood Donations feature, which allows people to sign up for notifications from nearby blood banks about donation opportunities. In the first two months after its US launch in June 2019, the Blood Donations feature increased donations from first-time blood donors at partner sites by 19%. In Brazil and India, the share of donors at blood banks who said that they were influenced by a Facebook notification to donate blood increased from 0% to 14% in the first year. Since the first launched...
- [Da7ee7's Ahmed El Ghandour Speaks After Boycotting Campaign, And it's Time We give him a Break!](https://www.el-shai.com/da7ee7-ahmed-el-ghandour-speaks-boycotting/): It seems like Ahmed El Ghandour, aka El Da7ee7, can&#8217;t catch a break with wherever he screens his show. He first started with&nbsp;AJ+, online news and current events YouTube channel run by&nbsp;Al Jazeera Media Network, which people gave him hell for because, you know, Qatar, politics, Muslim Brotherhood, yadda yadda. He then moved to&nbsp;Shahid VIP, part of the&nbsp;MBC group, with a new show, &#8220;Mat7af el Da7ee7&#8220;. We love MBC, right? So his move should&#8217;ve been okay? But no, it was not. Ghandour still was given hell because his show is no longer free. We already spoke about that when everyone hailed...
- [Diablo II: Resurrected Reopens the Gates of Hell September 23](https://www.el-shai.com/diablo-ii-resurrected-september-23/): On September 23, players around the world can save Sanctuary from certain doom in&nbsp;Diablo® II: Resurrected™, the definitive remastering of&nbsp;Diablo II&nbsp;and its&nbsp;Lord of Destruction®&nbsp;expansion—two landmark entries in the company’s genre-defining action role-playing&nbsp;series. In&nbsp;Diablo II: Resurrected,&nbsp;the original game’s iconic 2D character models become fully realized 3D heroes who inhabit a boldly re-envisioned dark fantasy world of Sanctuary rife with rich—and often gory—detail. To take advantage of today’s modern gaming hardware,&nbsp;Diablo II: Resurrected&nbsp;supports up to 4K resolution and includes fully remastered 7.1 Dolby Surround audio.&nbsp; Those who still fondly remember the ambiance of the original game’s gripping storytelling sequences can also look forward...
- [Lebanese Couturier Zuhair Murad To Present Physical Show at 2021's Paris Couture Week](https://www.el-shai.com/lebanese-couturier-zuhair-murad-paris-couture-week/): After a year of social distancing and two digital presentation shows, Paris Couture Week is returning with physical shows this year. The Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode made the announcement with a list of participating designers in physical shows, including renowned Lebanese couturier Zuhair Murad. Still open to some digital shows, the fashion event is making a comeback with just eight shows that will take place between 5th- 8th July 2021, the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode announced on Monday. Lebanese designer Zuhair Murad will present his Autumn/ Winter 2021 collection in person,...
- [Bader AlShuaibi: An Exclusive Interview with the Kuwaiti-Saudi-Based Pop Artist Taking Over by Storm](https://www.el-shai.com/bader-alshuaibi-interview-kuwaiti-saudi-pop-artist/): Korean American K-Pop sensation, AleXa, recently collaborated with&nbsp;Bader AlShuaibi, a Kuwaiti-Saudi-based pop artist in an addictive pop tune as a part of Spotify&nbsp;RADAR&nbsp;collaboration in the&nbsp;MENA&nbsp;region, bringing together artists of two cultures united by their love for K-Pop. We previously interviewed AleXa, make sure to check out our interview with her if you haven&#8217;t already, and now we&#8217;re here with Bader AlShuaibi! Tell us about your collaboration with AleXa. How did it happen? Spotify’s RADAR team approached my team and pitched an amazing idea to collaborate with a KPop artist, Alexa. I said yes right away and started working on the music.&nbsp;...
- [Zara's Head of Design Attacks Palestinian Model, Qaher Harhash, in Islamophobic Rant](https://www.el-shai.com/zaras-head-of-design-qaher-harhash-islamophobic/): Head of Design, Vanessa Perilman, at the Spanish apparel retailer Zara, thought it was ethical, professional, and humane to send messages harassing Palestinian model Qaher Harhash because he has been making posts about the Palestinian cause. According to Qaher, Vanessa Perilman messaged him after he called Israel &#8220;evil.&#8221; Perilman&#8217;s message to Qaher said: &#8220;So your point is that you are trying to show the world that Israel is a horrible evil country that does terrible things to Palestinians?I want to vomit. It&#8217;s so unfair and such lies. But it&#8217;s okay. The people in my industry know the truth about Israel and...
- [Who is Scarface the Lion? Everything You Need to Know About the Late Badass Lion!](https://www.el-shai.com/who-the-hell-is-scarface-the-lion/): So the internet and social media are filled with posts grieving the death of Scarface the Lion. As an animal lover, I was ashamed that I had no idea who he was, but everyone seemed to know him. However, I&#8217;m sure there are some people like me who have no idea who Scarface is but are ashamed to admit it.&nbsp; So we&#8217;re bringing you all the information about who is Scarface the lion so you can pretend you knew about him all along! Scarface is the oldest lion in the Kenyan Mara The lifespan of a lion in the wild ranges...
- [Nancy Salah: About her new film Mama Hamel - نانسي صلاح عن فيلم ماما حامل](https://www.el-shai.com/nancy-salah-about-her-new-film-mama-hamel/): We met with queen of all curls, Nancy Salah, for an exclusive interview, where she spilled the tea on her latest movie &#8220;Mama Hamel&#8220;. Mama Hamel (Mama’s Pregnant) stars Laila Eloui, Bayoumi Fouad, Mohamed Salam, Hamdi Al-Mirghani, Nancy Salah, Hoda El-Etreby, and Sherif El Desoky. It’s written by Louay El-Sayed, directed by Mahmoud Karim, and produced by New Century Production, Misr International Films, Synergy Films, and Magic Beans, and distributed by a dollar film and Orient films, and marketing for the film is handled by MAD Solutions.
- [Group-IB Uncovers Ongoing, Multi-Stage Scam Targeting the Middle East and Africa](https://www.el-shai.com/group-ib-multi-stage-scam-targeting-middle-east/): Feel like you might be getting scammed? You probably are, because according to Group-IB, Egypt is a hotspot for scamming in various industries! Group-IB, a global threat hunting and adversary-centric cyber intelligence company specializing in investigating and preventing hi-tech cybercrimes, recently revealed a large-scale, ongoing scam targeting the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Scammers leveraged nearly 140 well-known brands from 16 countries across the region in fraudulent schemes designed to steal user personal and payment data — and at least eight of the brands exploited in this multi-stage scam were affiliated with Egypt. The findings, uncovered using Group IB’s AI-driven...
- [٧ سنوات من الإنجازات مع سيادة الرئيس عبد الفتاح السيسي ترند علي تويتر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%a7-%d8%b3%d9%86%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%b9%d8%a8%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%b3%d9%8a/): مع اقتراب احتفالات 30 يونيو، تفاعل رواد مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي، وخصوصا &#8220;تويتر&#8220;، مع هاشتاج 7 سنوات من الإنجازات وبدأوا في احتساب إنجازات الرئيس عبد الفتاح السيسي خلال ال7 سنوات الماضية والتي حكم فيه البلاد. إنجازات الرئيس خلال السبع سنوات الماضية لم تكن منحصرة في جانب واحد ولكن كانت في العديد من الجوانب، فعلى الجانب العمراني قام الرئيس بالعديد من المنشآت العمرانية الكبيرة من كباري لتسهيل حركة السير أو مدن جديدة لحل مشكلة السكان والقضاء على العشوائيات، وتجميل البلاد من خلال ممشى اسوان وغيرها من الانجازات، وعلى الجانب الصحي ومواجهة فيروس كورونا وغيرها من المشكلات التي مرت بها البلاد، وعلى الجانب الأمني...
- [WATCH: The Official Trailer for the Film Mousa](https://www.el-shai.com/all-about-the-antircapted-film-mousa/): On June 7th, director Peter Mimi surprised us with the release of the poster of his upcoming movie &#8220;Mousa.&#8221; The film Mousa will be the first movie about Robots in the MENA region.&nbsp; The teaser has already been released earlier, and now the poster, but it&#8217;s about time we get the full trailer! As soon as the teaser was released, it raised a degree of anticipation, as it is dominated by a dark, dystopian-like atmosphere. It turns out that it includes many parties to the conflict, one of which portends the end of the ancient world accompanied by scenes of explosions....
- [Tatweer Misr Launches the 4th round of The Tatweer Misr Innovation Competition with a COVID-19 Spin](https://www.el-shai.com/4th-round-tatweer-misr-innovation-competition/): As part of Tatweer Misr’s ongoing commitment to support young calibers and enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem, the real estate developer is launching the 4th round of The Tatweer Misr Innovation Competition. The competition is providing Egyptian youth with an opportunity to pitch solutions that can revolutionize the real estate sector. In cooperation with Innovety and the support of The Greek Campus as its Community Partner, this year’s round is a continuation of Tatweer Misr’s success throughout the competition that kicked off back in 2017.  The annual challenge supports selected applicants throughout the competition with several training and mentorship opportunities that help...
- [A Cafe Kicks Out Group of Women Because One Was Wearing Modest Clothes. The Cafe Owner is the Now Suing](https://www.el-shai.com/cafe-kicks-women-modest-clothes-now-suing/): On June 7th, 2021, Dina Hashish,&nbsp;Editor-in-Chief of Rahet Bally, made a post on her Facebook account about a discriminating incident she and her team faced at a cafe called Hookah in New Settlement. Dina Hashish said in her post that she went with her team, which is extremely diverse, from blondes, brunet to all types of hijabi women.&nbsp; She went to describe her team as a &#8220;United Colors of Benetton&#8221; ad.  &#8220;We are a team of Content Writers for 1.7 million followers, and the best thing about us is our difference because we deliver to all our followers regardless of their...
- [The Queen of England's Portrait Removed from Oxford University after a Students Deemed it a Symbol of Colonialism](https://www.el-shai.com/queen-portrait-removed-oxford-university/): The Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II&#8217;s portrait is officially removed from the common area at Oxford University&#8217;s Magdalen College after students voted to remove the picture due to concerns about it symbolizing colonialism. Graduate students who voted Monday to take the portrait down from the College&#8217;s Middle Common Room said that in some students&#8217; eyes, &#8220;depictions of the monarch and the British monarchy represent recent colonial history,&#8221; according to minutes from the debate reported&nbsp;by Oxford Mail. English Education Secretary Gavin Williamson&nbsp;criticized the move&nbsp;on Twitter by saying: &#8220;Oxford University students removing a picture of the Queen is simply absurd. She is...
- [Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump Performs Theme Song for Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends](https://www.el-shai.com/patrick-stump-spidey-and-his-amazing-friends/): Millennials, prepare to get confused, because your childhood, teenage years and adulthood are colliding! GRAMMY® Award-nominated musician Patrick Stump, lead singer of the multiplatinum-selling rock band Fall Out Boy, will perform the theme song for &#8220;Marvel&#8217;s Spidey and his Amazing Friends.&#8221; Stump also serves as songwriter and composer for the series, the first full-length Marvel series for preschoolers.&nbsp; The theme song, also written and produced by Stump, is available today on the&nbsp;Disney Junior Hits Playlist.&nbsp; The digital soundtrack,&nbsp;Disney Junior Music: Spidey and His Amazing Friends, is set for release Friday, Sept. 17, on Walt Disney Records. Of his involvement with the...
- [Kevin Hart’s Die Hart Series Renewed for Season 2 by Roku](https://www.el-shai.com/kevin-harts-die-hart-series-renewed-for-season-2-by-roku/): ROKU and multi-platform comedy brand Laugh Out Loud announced that Kevin Hart’s action-comedy series “Die Hart” returns to Roku with a second season.  The series premiered on May 20 and had a great first weekend, with numerous households streaming the series.  “‘Die Hart’ exploded out of the gate and, after a spectacular debut weekend, has quickly become one of the most-watched Roku Originals on The Roku Channel,” said Colin Davis, Roku’s Head of Original Scripted Programming.  “We couldn’t be more excited to bring an equally hilarious, action-packed second season to the record number of viewers who have watched in recent days.”...
- [Netflix Reveals The Release Date  For Anticipated Action Movie “Kate”](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-action-movie-kate/): &nbsp;Netflix released the first image of its action thriller “Kate,” in which Mary Elizabeth Winstead is an assassin in a race against time.&nbsp; Netflix announced September 10 as the release date in Geeked Week fan event. The plot tells the story of Kate, who is working in Tokyo and was poisoned. She then finds out that she has only 24 hours to live. Naturally, this led her to continue her revenge mission to find out who was responsible for her impending death and teams up with a teenage girl in the process.  Logline: After she’s irreversibly poisoned, a ruthless criminal operative...
- [Egyptian Singer Sandy is Collaborating with Canadian singer Karl Wolf for a Second Time](https://www.el-shai.com/sandy-collaborating-with-karl-wolf/): Singer Sandy posted a teaser poster for the song &#8220;Ya Helwa&#8221; on her social media, where she will be collaborating with Canadian singer Karl Wolf. This is not their first collaboration, however. The duo collaborated nine years ago through the song &#8220;Awel mara atgara&#8217;a&#8221; in 2012. The song was a massive success on social media, especially YouTube. Wolf asked Sandy to collaborate again after the success of the other song, and after a few backs and forth with lyrics and song choices, they finally agreed on &#8220;Ya 7elwa.&#8221; According to reports, Sandy rejected a previously suggested song because it was extremely...
- [Laila Eloui: About her New Film Mama Hamel - ليلى علوي عن فيلم ماما حامل والحياه في زمان الكورونا](https://www.el-shai.com/laila-eloui-mama-hamel-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%88%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%84/): We met with the diva of all divas, Laila Eloui for an exclusive interview, where she spilled the tea on her latest movie &#8220;Mama Hamel&#8220;, why the comeback in comedy, and all about life during Covid-19. Mama Hamel (Mama’s Pregnant) stars Laila Elwi, Bayoumi Fouad, Mohamed Salam, Hamdi Al-Mirghani, Nancy Salah, Hoda El-Etreby, and Sherif El Desoky. It’s written by Louay El-Sayed, directed by Mahmoud Karim, and produced by New Century Production, Misr International Films, Synergy Films, and Magic Beans, and distributed by a dollar film and Orient films, and marketing for the film is handled by MAD Solutions.
- [Why are Reddit, Twitter, Amazon, Twitch, and many more are websites down?](https://www.el-shai.com/why-are-reddit-twitter-amazon-twitch-websites-down/): This morning, Internet users across the world encountered major problems with various websites. Websites such as Amazon, Twitter, Google, Spotify, eBay, PayPal, and Reddit have experienced issues and many more websites down. Entertainment website Reddit reported issues with websites and mobile apps, and the outage tracker Down Detector said at least 12,000 people reported problems. Other websites such as Twitter, Amazon, PayPal, and Spotify have also encountered problems. The use of emoji and multimedia on Twitter is not appearing correctly for some users on mobile devices and desktop computers. On Amazon, it seems that all images have disappeared from their website....
- [Victor Sorrentino Released by the Egyptian Authorities and Returns to Brazil](https://www.el-shai.com/victor-sorrentino-released-returns-to-brazil/): Victor Sorrentino returned to Brazil on Sunday, June 6, after being released by the Egyptian authorities, according to a statement issued by his legal counsel. According to Sorrentino&#8217;s legal counsel, &#8220;his priority is to be reunited with his family, and in due course, he will speak publicly about the incident.&#8221;  The Egyptian authorities has not yet issued a statement on the Brazilian&#8217;s release. Victor Sorrentino was arrested on May 30th after posting a video on his social media harassing an Egyptian sales woman in Luxor. More on the story:
- [Egypt Tops the Rankings at the Arab Shooting Championship Air Rifle and Air Pistol Competitions for Men](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-tops-ranking-arab-shooting-championship/): The Air Rifle and Air Pistol competitions for men were concluded at the Olympic Center in Maadi as part of the activities of the Arab Shooting Championship hosted by Egypt from 2-12 June, with Egyptian champions ranking on the top! The teams&#8217; competitions had the Egyptian team Sami Abdel Razek, Hafez Gamal, and Yehia Shams, who won first place in the air pistol competitions. As for the air rifle competitions, Egyptians Osama Mohamed Al-Saeed, Youssef Helmy, and Ibrahim Ahmed won first place in the air rifle competitions. The 10-meter individual rifle resulted in Youssef Helmy from Egypt winning first place, Mohamed...
- [Feathers: First-ever Egyptian Feature in the International Critics Week, Cannes 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/feathers-egyptian-cannes-2021/): Feathers by Egyptian director Omar El Zohairy will land its world premiere at Cannes Film Festival (6-17 July) within the official competition of the International Critics&#8217; Week. The film is a co-production between France, Egypt, The Netherlands, and Greece and received support from numerous international institutions and funds during its different production phases. Marking his feature debut, Omar El Zohairy co-wrote Feathers with Screenwriter Ahmed Amer. The film is produced by the French producers Juliette Lepoutre and Pierre Menahem (Still Moving), Co-produced by Mohamed Hefzy (Film Clinic) and Shahinaz El Akkad (Lagoonie Film Production); Derk-Jan Warrink and Koji Nelissen (Kepler Film)...
- [Harry and Meghan Announce the Birth of a Baby Girl: Lilibet Diana](https://www.el-shai.com/harry-and-meghan-birth-baby-girl-lilibet-diana/): &#8220;It is with great joy that Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, welcome their daughter, Lilibet &#8220;Lili&#8221; Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, to the world,&#8221; read a statement from the couple released on Sunday. &#8220;Lili was born on Friday, June 4 at 11:40 a.m. in the trusted care of the doctors and staff at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, CA. She weighed 7 lbs 11 oz. Both mother and child are healthy and well, and settling in at home,&#8221; the statement continued. &#8220;Lili is named after her great-grandmother, Her Majesty The Queen, whose family nickname is Lilibet. Her...
- [Sofia Richie Spotted Wearing Design by Egyptian Accessory Brand Aliel](https://www.el-shai.com/aliel-sofia-richie-egyptian-accessory-brand/): American model and IT girl Sofia Richie was spotted wearing the design of the up-and-coming Egyptian accessory brand Aliel. In a photo taken by her father, legendary singer Lionel Richie, the 22-year-old was seen wearing the brand&#8217;s orange Ghalia bag. This geometric rectangular bag has two chains, one is made of unique agate stone, and the other is a delicate gold chain. With the help of her stylist Jill Jacobs, Sofia Richie paired a shoulder bag with a blacktop. In May, the fashion star Sofia Richie collaborated with her sister Nicole Richie for the first time. Lionel Richie&#8217;s youngest and oldest...
- [The Big Ship and the Little Digger: The Inspiring Kids Story about the Man who Set the Ever Given Ship Free!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-big-ship-and-the-little-digger/): American writer &#8220;Ryan Peterson&#8221; published a new kids story inspired by the ship stranded in the Suez Canal. Named &#8220;The big ship and the little digger,&#8221; the story follows the Egyptian digger, the hero, who managed to set free the Ever given ship from the Suez Canal using only the &#8220;little digger.&#8221; According to the official description of the book: &#8220;The Big Ship and the Little Digger&#8221; is a story about the power of naive optimism to move impossibly large obstacles that get in your way. We follow the story of the Big Ship that got stuck in the Suez Canal,...
- [Africa Cup of Nations(AFCON) Final Draw Postponed by CAF Until Further Notice due to Covid-19](https://www.el-shai.com/africa-cup-of-nations-afcon-final-draw-postponed/): The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced today, Sunday, the postponement of the draw for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon due to logistical reasons related to the emerging Coronavirus “Covid-19”. CAF published an official statement on its official website and its account on Twitter, in which it confirmed that the drawing of the lottery was initially scheduled to take place on June 25, 2021. A new date will be announced in due course. At the request of CAF, the Cameroon Local Organizing Committee (LOC) has agreed to postpone the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021 final draw...
- [عرض أول لفيلم من يحرقن الليل بجدة ضمن برنامج ليالي السينما السعودية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%b1%d9%82%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%ac%d8%af%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%ac-%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7/): يشارك فيلم من يحرقن الليل في احتفالية ليالي السينما السعودية التي أعلن مهرجان البحر الأحمر السينمائي الدولي عن استضافتها على مدى يومين في موڤي سينما مول العرب بجدة من 16 إلى 17 يونيو 2021. ويعرض الفيلم ضمن برنامج يضم أفلاماً سعودية معاصرة وذلك يوم الخميس 17 يونيو السابعة مساء بتوقيت السعودية بحضور طاقم العمل المخرجة سارة مسفر والمنتجة جواهر العامري ويستكمل فيلم مَن يحرقن الليل لمنتجته جواهر العامري والمخرجة سارة مسفر انطلاقاته بالمهرجانات السينمائية حيث يسافر إلى الولايات المتحدة الأميركية ليشارك في مهرجان بالم سبرينجز السينمائي الدولي والذي يُعد واحد من أهم المهرجانات السينمائية للأفلام القصيرة ويضم أكثر من 300 فيلم من مختلف...
- [عمر مدرك - رحلة البحث عن الهواء في "على هوانا" - فيلم كايت سيرفينج](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%af%d8%b1%d9%83-%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%ad%d8%ab-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%87%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%aa/): مين عمر مدرك؟ شاب مصري اتولد وعاش معظم حياته في الجونة، وبسبب طبيعة المكان والبيئة المحيطة؛ كبر على حب البحر والرياضات المائية، ولقى نفسه في ركوب الأمواج بالطائرة الشراعية أو الـ Kite Surfing، بدأ اهتمامه بيها من سن صغير، الأول بالفرجة ومتابعة لاعبيها زي أي محب لأي رياضة، لحد ما قرر ياخد خطوة جدية ويبدأ بكورس للمبتدئين، ويتطور شوية بشوية. أماكن مبتكرة.. للكايت سيرفينج في مصر بعد ما صاحب الـ 17 سنة مارس لعبته المفضلة لمدة 8 سنين بين الجونة ورأس سدر، وقدر يعمل حاجة ماحدش سبقه ليها، وهي إنه يـ Surf من نهر النيل للبحر الأحمر في رأس البر بمحافظة...
- [Curfew by Amir Ramses is set to screen at Shanghai International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-ramses-shanghai-international-film-festival/): Amir Ramses’s latest feature film, “Curfew,” has been selected to be screened in the 24th edition of the Shanghai International Film Festival, one of the 15 Fiapf accredited festivals worldwide. The festival is set from June 11th till June 20th as part of the belt and the road program, after it recently won the audience award in Malmo Arab film valued with 25 thousand Swedish crowns. The film had world premiered in the official competition of the 42nd edition of Cairo international film festival. It had full-house screenings and won the best actress award for acclaimed actress Elham Shahin for her...
- [Mai Ibrahim Bullies Someone who Criticised her to 7.5 million followers, and it's not okay!](https://www.el-shai.com/mai-ibrahim-bullies-someone-who-criticised-her/): Alright, look, before we start getting into this, we don&#8217;t know either parties in this story. We&#8217;re not writing this for the drama, or the clicks. We&#8217;re doing this because the situation is f*** up, and needs to be addressed. With that out of the way, let&#8217;s begin. There&#8217;s a blogger/ influencer (whatever you want to call her) and a radio host named Mai Ibrahim. This woman has over 3 million followers on Instagram, and over 4.5 million on Facebook, mostly followers who are underage. She doesn&#8217;t really provide any useful content, but for some reason people like her. Good for...
- [LA CASA DE PAPEL (Money Heist): First Look at Season 5](https://www.el-shai.com/la-casa-de-papel-money-heist-first-look-season-5/): Netflix has released the first look images for the final season of the series La casa de papel/Money Heist. Netflix has today unveiled the first images of the final season of La casa de papel. The heist keeps going, the war is approaching and the leader of the Gang has lost control. The end of this Original series created by Álex Pina is getting closer.&nbsp; These first images of the final season reveal the chaos both inside and outside of the Bank of Spain; with the Professor caught off guard after Sierra finds his hideout and with Lisbon now safely inside...
- [Egypt is now added to the UK's travel red list](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-is-now-added-to-the-uks-travel-red-list/): The UK government expanded the travel red list by adding seven countries. Travelers returning to the UK from these countries will now face mandatory quarantine at hotels, including testing for COVID-19 throughout. Egypt is added to the travel red list, in addition to Bahrain, Costa Rica, Sudan, Sri Lanka, as well as Caribbean destinations Trinidad and Tobago will also turn red after the latest update.
- [Mohamad Ramadan announces the state’s reservation of his money](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamad-ramadan-announces-states-reservation-money/): Just when you think it was a regular day in Egypt, out of nowhere, Mohamed Ramadan announces the state&#8217;s reservation of his money. Ramadan said through his social media accounts: &#8220;I woke up to a call from my bank saying the state had reserved my money.&#8221; Ramadan added: &#8220;My money, house, and flesh belong to this country and its people.&#8221; Ramadan continued: &#8220;Common folks like myself, the peasants and the people of Upper Egypt, leave the same sum of money in their houses as much as what they deposit in the bank. It&#8217;s covered.&#8221; He concluded the video by saying: &#8220;Good...
- [Victor Sorrentino Case Updates: Fernando Conrado still free and Travel Agencies cancel Contacts with the bazaar the victim worked in](https://www.el-shai.com/victor-sorrentino-fernando-conrado-free/): Update (7 June): Victor Sorrentino returned to Brazil on Sunday, June 6, after being released by the Egyptian authorities, according to a statement issued by his legal counsel. According to Sorrentino&#8217;s legal counsel, &#8220;his priority is to be reunited with his family, and in due course, he will speak publicly about the incident.&#8221; We wanted to keep our readers updated about what was happening, and fill some gaps about the Victor Sorrentino story and give everyone a better understanding of the events of the incident. If you&#8217;re unsure of the incident, we recommend you read our previous article on the case....
- [Shower Routine You Need for a Better Body, Mind and Soul](https://www.el-shai.com/shower-routine-you-need-better-body-mind-and-soul/): Although showering alone is not the key to happiness, but it sure as hell feels good to take a moment to take care of yourself and reflect on your day.&nbsp; This is why you should add a healthy shower routine so you&#8217;d make the best of the showering time for your body and soul! Proper Skin Care Starts with a Proper Shower Routine! You understand your body, so choose what you need to do. And just like your facial skincare routine, the perfect shower routine has some tips to help you get flawless and smooth body skin.&nbsp; We&#8217;re here to share...
- [Dry Scooping: The New Tiktok Trend Giving People Heart Attacks](https://www.el-shai.com/dry-scooping-new-tiktok-trend-heart-attacks/): Remember the dump &#8220;Cinnamon challenge&#8221; that happening a few years ago? If you don&#8217;t consider yourself lucky. If you do, then we regret to inform you that there&#8217;s a new challenge that&#8217;s basically the cinnamon challenge on steroids &#8211; sorta. Meet Tiktok&#8217;s new trend; the Dry Scooping challenge. Dry Scooping means that they literally dry scoop pre-workout and protein powder directly into the mouth instead of mixing it with milk or water in a smoothie. The pre-workout powder is usually composed of amino acids, B vitamins, caffeine, creatine, and artificial sweeteners. If you have it dry instead of diluting it, it...
- [Shasho (One Man Band) to perform at the Opening Ceremony of 2021 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup](https://www.el-shai.com/shasho-one-man-band-2021-fig-artistic-gymnastics/): Shasho (One Man Band) will perform at the 2021 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup opening ceremony, which is being held for the first time in Africa in Cairo. It is scheduled to be held tomorrow, Thursday, at 3 pm in the halls of the Cairo International Stadium and will be broadcast on some satellite channels. This tournament is the first 2021 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup series held in Egypt and the entire African continent from June 3-7, 2021. Shasho (One Man Band) composed the opening music in full, including the breaks and the theme music for the tournament. Dr. Ashraf...
- [How To Be Emotionally Vulnerable And Build Healthy Relationships](https://www.el-shai.com/emotionally-vulnerable-build-healthy-relationships/): Intimacy is an important part of a healthy relationship, but sometimes it&#8217;s hard to communicate with your partner or trust them. Building emotional intimacy is a beautiful goal to strive for in your relationships, whether it&#8217;s a romantic relationship, familial, or platonic. Being emotionally intimate, however, needs trust. Trust and love are two cornerstones in any healthy relationship.&nbsp; Many relationships do not go beyond the superficial level because one or two members of the relationship do not trust each other. Emotional intimacy requires vulnerability and honesty from both people in the relationship and the ability to listen and communicate openly without...
- [Cairo International Film Festival's 43rd Edition Opens its Doors for Film Submissions](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-43rd-submissions/): The Cairo International Film Festival announces the opening of registration for films wishing to participate in the festival’s 43rd edition, which will be held from the 1st till the 10th of December 2021. Submissions from all over the world will be received until the 31st of August 2021 through the official festival website for feature-length and short films and Film Freeway to register short films only. Producer and president of the festival, Mohamed Hefzy, states that the concentration of Arab festivals in only two months towards the end of the year has made this edition more challenging than the previous years....
- [Egyptian Entrepreneur Hatem Kandeel Will Attempt to Break Guinness World Record For Rowing Through the Nile River within 24 hours](https://www.el-shai.com/hatem-kandeel-guinness-world-record-rafting-nile/): Egyptian entrepreneur&nbsp;Hatem Kandeel&nbsp;announced his attempt to set a new record for Egypt in the Guinness World Records by covering a distance of 150 km rowing the Nile River within 24 hours. This will make him the first Egyptian to cross this distance as well. Additionally, Kandeel aims to row an average of 50 km per day from Aswan to Damietta, covering a distance of 1,206 km in 30 days, from June 1, 2021, and ending on June 30. This attempt comes in partnership with the General Authority for Healthcare&nbsp;Accreditation &amp; Regulation (GAHAR) to raise awareness through what is planned to be...
- [Are Your Houseplants Picking Up The Good Vibrations? Cause Spotify Data Shows Music for Plants is On The Rise In Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-data-shows-music-for-plants-rise-in-egypt/): While in-person events may not have flourished during the pandemic, one passion that seems to have genuinely laid down roots across the world this past 12 months is that of plant care &#8211; and if you feel like you’ve gotten closer to your plants this year, you’re not alone. Since the 1970s, there’s been a popular theory that the vibrations of audio content can stimulate growth in plants.  For people who have unearthed their newfound passion for plant parenting this past year, Spotify’s Music for Plants playlist offers plenty of good vibrations for your homegrown foliage. New listening data and audience research* from...
- [The Tea with AleXa: An Exclusive Interview with the K-Pop Sensation!](https://www.el-shai.com/alexa-exclusive-interview-with-the-k-pop-sensation/): K-pop has been a genre of music that has been truly fascinating for me. It&#8217;s a music genre that has gained tremendous popularity over the years, with a fanbase like no other.&nbsp; K-pop is based on diversity, culture, talent, and discipline. Each artist has a unique style that in no way can others imitate.&nbsp; One of the most talented and unique singers that emerged into the k-pop scene recently is AleXa.&nbsp; AleXa is a Korean-American singer based in South Korea. After placing in both seasons of the reality television contest Rising Legends, AleXa signed with Zanybros&#8217; ZB Label and trained there...
- [Egypt Returns the summer working hours from the first of June](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-returns-the-summer-working-hours-from-the-first-of-june/): Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly headed a meeting with the Supreme Committee for the Management of the Coronavirus Crisis in the presence of several ministers and officials, where they agreed to return to work on summer hours about the opening and closing of shops, malls, cafes, cafes, and restaurants. The decisions made and the working hours in Egypt will now be as follow: 1. Opening of shops and malls from 7 am till 11 pm. 2. Closing shops at 12 am on Thursdays, Fridays, and official state holidays. 3. Opening restaurants and cafes, including those in commercial malls, daily from 5 am...
- [Brazilian Doctor and Influencer Victor Sorrentino Harasses an Egyptian woman](https://www.el-shai.com/victor-sorrentino-brazilian-doctor-influencer/): Update (7 June): Victor Sorrentino returned to Brazil on Sunday, June 6, after being released by the Egyptian authorities, according to a statement issued by his legal counsel. According to Sorrentino&#8217;s legal counsel, &#8220;his priority is to be reunited with his family, and in due course, he will speak publicly about the incident.&#8221; More information on the case about the Brazilian doctor Victor Sorrentino, as well as updates, can be found here Update 1 June, 2021: The Egyptian Public Prosecution said in a statement that Victor Sorrentino will remain detained for 4 days pending investigation. Update 30 May, 2021: The Egyptian...
- [Saad Pall: About Uber's new General Manager for the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan region](https://www.el-shai.com/saad-pall-ubers-general-manager-middle-east/): Uber today announced the appointment of Saad Pall as the new General Manager for Uber across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan. The role covers Uber’s business in 36 cities across 8 countries in the region. Saad will lead the next phase of growth for Uber’s ride-sharing business across the region, bringing 15 years of strategy &amp; marketing experience from the U.S., Singapore and Pakistan. Saad’s most recent role was as Uber’s General Manager in Pakistan, where he was responsible for all business and operations in the market. He is taking over the new role from Abdellatif Waked, who is...
- [Mama Hamel: All About the New Comedy Movie](https://www.el-shai.com/mama-hamel-all-about-the-new-comedy-movie/): Movie theaters in Egypt and the Arabian Gulf are awaiting the movie Mama Hamel (Mama&#8217;s Pregnant), which promises a heavy dose of comedy, starring Laila Elwi, Bayoumi Fouad, Mohamed Salam, and Hamdi Al-Mirghani. The Egyptian screening starts on June 2, and the Arabian Gulf is on June 3. The trailer shows a glimpse of the film&#8217;s story, in which it appears that Laila Elwi and Bayoumi Fouad play the characters of a married couple living a happy romantic life. This life does not appeal to their children, Salam and Al-Mirghani, who express their dissatisfaction with this excessive romance with comic reactions....
- [Sarrah Abdelrahman and Ahmed Hatem are Back on Screen  Together with Leh Laa?! Season 2](https://www.el-shai.com/sarrah-abdelrahman-ahmed-hatem-leh-laa-season-2/): After the romantic relationship between Ragia and Hassan in the movie Treasure 2: Love &amp; Destiny in 2019, Sarrah Abdelrahman meets with Ahmed Hatem again in the second season of the series Why Not?! (Leh Laa?! Season 2). Leh Laa?! Season 2&nbsp;stars Menna Shalaby, directed by Maryam Abu Auf and written by Mariam Naoum and scheduled to be screened soon on the Shahid platform. The events of the second season of the series Leh Laa?! follow Amina, who seeks to pursue her dream of becoming a mother through adoption and the difficulties she faces.  Leh Laa?! cast include Murad Makram, Donia Maher, Maha Abu...
- [Deir Al Adra: A Little Piece of Heaven in El Minya](https://www.el-shai.com/deir-al-adra-a-little-piece-of-heaven-in-el-minya/): Deir Al Adra (Monastery of the Virgin), also called Gebel El Teir monastery (the mountain of birds), is perched 130m above the Nile and was formerly known as the Convent of the Pulley since when it was built, ropes were the only way of reaching the clifftop. The Deir Al Adra monastery is located about 24 kilometers north of El Minya city and situated on the top of the Birds mountain. Coptic tradition claims that the Holy Family rested here for three days on their journey through Egypt. A cave-chapel built on the site in the 4th century AD is ascribed...
- [TikTok Launches New Tools To Combat Bullying On The Platform](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-launches-new-tools-to-combat-bullying/): TikTok today launches a robust community management feature that aims to empower creators to manage interactions with their content easily.  The feature allows creators to bulk delete comments or report users they feel violate the TikTok Community Guidelines in batches of up to 100. Users can long-press on a comment or tap the pencil icon in the upper left corner to open a window of options to manage interactions on a video.&nbsp; From there, people can now select up to 100 comments or accounts rather than having to go one by one, making it more seamless to delete or report multiple...
- [200 EGP Movie: Get ready for an all-star-studded movie with your Favorite Egyptian Actors!](https://www.el-shai.com/200-egp-movie-get-ready-for-an-all-star-studded-movie-with-your-favorite-egyptian-actors/): Want to see a movie about a 200 EGP bill getting passed to your favorite Egyptian actors? You know you want to! The movie &#8220;200 EGP&#8221; shows the lives of people of different social classes who are tied together with EGP 200 paper currency that gets passed between them. The movie 200 EGP will be including a massive list of an ensemble cast, including Essad Younis, Nelly Karim, Khaled El-Sawy, Amr Abdel-Jalil, Mohamed Farrag, Hany Ramzy, and Ahmed Rizk. The last one to be added to the casting list is Asser Yassin.  Nelly Karim will play the role of a poor...
- [WWE Summer Tour Dates Announced!](https://www.el-shai.com/wwe-summer-tour-dates-announced/): WWE summer tour dates have been announced for the next three live events as part of its 25-city touring schedule this summer. The tour now includes: &#8211; Friday, July 23:&nbsp;SmackDown&nbsp;– Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland&#8211; Monday, July 26:&nbsp;Raw&nbsp;– T-Mobile Center in Kansas City&#8211; Friday, July 30:&nbsp;SmackDown&nbsp;– Target Center in Minneapolis Tickets for the live events in&nbsp;Cleveland,&nbsp;Kansas City&nbsp;and&nbsp;Minneapolis&nbsp;go sale next Friday, June 4 at 10 am local time in each market. Additional tour stops and on-sale dates will be announced in the coming weeks. About WWE WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in...
- [Nickelodeon’s Brand-New Animated Series The Beatbuds, Let’s Jam will be your Kids' New Addicition!](https://www.el-shai.com/nickelodeons-the-beatbuds-lets-jam/): Preschoolers will get ready to rock with Nickelodeon’s brand-new animated series The BeatBuds, Let’s Jam! (formerly The BeatBuds), based on the popular kids’ music duo and premiering Monday, June 7, at 9 a.m. (ET/PT). Co-produced by Scooter Braun’s SB Projects in association with Cyber Group Studios, the short-form series (10 episodes) follows the musical adventures of Jonny and Matty, and features an original song in each episode. New episodes of The BeatBuds, Let’s Jam! will air daily through Friday, June 11, at 9 a.m. (ET/PT), on Nickelodeon as part of a Nick Jr. Beat Bash week-long programming event featuring music-themed episodes of hit series including PAW Patrol, Blue’s Clues...
- [Egyptian Content Creators & Bloggers, You Need Your Own Websites](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-content-creators-bloggers-websites/): While social media might have tons of cons, one thing we can all agree on is that it gave a platform for many content creators, which can be good or bad, but that&#8217;s for another topic. Bloggers in Egypt now don&#8217;t even own a blog, with many even unaware of what a blog is, and Instagram just replaced actual blogs. And Vlogging became the norm.&nbsp; With that said, it&#8217;s time to admit that social media platforms don&#8217;t care about Egyptian content creators unless they have millions of followers and only produce child-friendly content. Even then, not all of them are liked...
- [Majid Al Futtaim has announced the opening of its own Civil Registry Office at Mall of Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/al-futtaim-civil-registry-office-at-mall-of-egypt/): Majid Al Futtaim has announced the opening of its own Civil Registry Office at Mall of Egypt to help ease the paperwork process for those living in surrounding areas. The office will be operating every day at Mall of Egypt&#8217;s H1 parking zone from 10 AM to 9 PM and will be offering customers the feasibility of services such as the renewal of national IDs as well as birth, marriage, and divorce certificates.&nbsp;The introduction of this service at Mall of Egypt aims to facilitate practicality for its customers in line with Majid Al Futtaim’s commitment to creating great moments for everyone,...
- [NETFLIX REVEALS THE TEASER TRAILER FOR THE FINALE OF “LA CASA DE PAPEL”](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-teaser-trailer-finale-of-la-casa-de-papel/): Part 5 of the iconic series La Casa De Papel will be released in two volumes, on September 3 and December 3, 2021 Netflix has revealed the release date for the final season of the series La Casa De Papel/Money Heist. According to today’s announcement, the most famous heist in history will come to an end in two installments of five episodes each: volume 1 will be released on September 3 and volume 2 will be released on December 3, 2021. “When we began to write Part 5 in the midst of the pandemic, we felt that we had to change...
- [Spotify Reveal Top streamed Egyptian Artists Globally on Africa Day 2021!](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-top-streamed-egyptian-artists/): Can you guess who are the top streamed Egyptian artists globally? What about the top streamed African artists? Spotify reveals everything for Africa Day! Music has always been at the core of African tradition, weaving a rich narrative that showcases the variety of cultures and influences across the continent. Marking pivotal moments in Africa’s history, music has provided the backdrop to progress, evolving from songs of freedom to songs of expression. While the annual commemoration of Africa Day is an opportunity to embrace the strides that the continent has made, it is also a chance to address some of the challenges...
- [Snap Inc. introduces new Snapchat AR updates & Camera Experiences Which Might Let Competitors Panic](https://www.el-shai.com/snap-inc-snapchat-ar-updates-camera-experiences/): Snap Inc. (NYSE:SNAP) announced new augmented reality tools and camera experiences for Snapchatters, creators, and businesses. Alongside its partners, Snap is building a camera that transforms how its community interacts with the world around them through access to contextual information and richer augmented reality experiences. Additionally, Snap Inc. unveiled the next generation of Spectacles, Snap&#8217;s first pair of display glasses designed for creators to overlay their Lenses directly onto the world. Moreover, they announced new partnerships and developer products across its Snap Kit, Games, Minis, and Bitmoji platforms. Snap also introduced Map Layers, a new way for partners to bring their services...
- [There's Now a Website to Plan HBO's FRIENDS Reunion Online Watch Parties!](https://www.el-shai.com/hbo-friends-reunion-online-watch-parties-scener/): It’s been over 17 years since the last episode, but there are some friends you will never forget.&nbsp; Scener, the watch party platform where friends can connect to watch streaming shows and movies, announced today the ‘Friends: The Reunion’ watch party campaign to celebrate one of the most beloved shows in television history.  Premiering May 27 at 12:01 a.m. PDT on HBO Max, Scener will be the destination for friends to watch the highly anticipated reunion special together over live video chat. An HBO Max subscription is required. Connecting on a virtual couch to relive the magic of ‘Friends’ is the...
- [The Carlton Tower Jumeirah opens in Knightsbridge following a complete transformation](https://www.el-shai.com/the-carlton-tower-jumeirah-knightsbridge/): Jumeirah Group (www.Jumeirah.com), the global luxury hospitality company is proud to announce that its European flagship hotel in the heart of London’s fashionable Knightsbridge, The Carlton Tower Jumeirah, will open its doors on June 1st, 2021. Following an 18-month closure for refurbishment, the hotel has undergone the most extensive transformation in its history, at a cost of over £100 million. Every corner of the 17-story building has been redesigned, creating a new foyer and reception, 186 new bedrooms and suites reduced from 216 to offer larger accommodations, a new health club and spa with London’s largest naturally lit swimming pool, a...
- [MANGO INTRODUCES ITS FIRST POST-MASTECTOMY COLLECTION FOR WOMEN](https://www.el-shai.com/mango-first-post-mastectomy-collection-for-women/): Mango introduced a new collection of bras, underwear, and swimwear garments for women who have undergone a breast mastectomy. The initiative responds to the challenge laid down last year by the teta &amp; teta association to create a version of Lola, the first single-cup bra. The brand aims to cater to the needs of women who have had to undergo a mastectomy and who have decided not to use a breast implant or undergo breast reconstruction surgery. A key feature of the project has been to ensure an affordable product, given the high price of these garment types at present. “Our...
- [Eliza Christoph: The Luxury Ethical Fashion Brand Launched to Embody a Kenyan Sensibility With Color and Patterns](https://www.el-shai.com/eliza-christoph-luxury-ethical-fashion-brand/): &nbsp;Chic, urban, sophisticated, vibrant, and inspired, Eliza Christoph enters the fashion zeitgeist on a mission. Founded by Kenyan-born and NYC-based Liz Njoroge, the newly launched brand is an homage to her homeland and an upscale nod to its betterment.&nbsp; Poised to empower women in Kenya by creating jobs for skilled artisans and supporting their training, the brand offers more sustainable, ethical luxury. Eliza Christoph offers principled, handcrafted clothing and accessories that wholeheartedly embrace the vibrant prints that are the spirit of Kenya.&nbsp; For clothing and accessories made outside of Africa, the brand donates a portion of the profits to communities where...
- [H&M COLLABORATES WITH LOVE STORIES ON EXCLUSIVE SWIMWEAR LINE](https://www.el-shai.com/hm-collaborates-love-stories-swimwear-line/): H&amp;M is collaborating with Dutch luxury brand Love Stories for the second time to release a swimwear collection in early June. Candy-coated colors, romantic prints, and superior, sporty cuts: the collection contains all the elements that made its whimsical lingerie collaboration such a success, but this time translated to swimwear. Staying true to Marloes Hoedeman’s “mix’n’match” mentality, each item in the collection is designed to be interchangeable.  Inspired by Seventies-era Slim Aarons photographs of poolside scenes and Hoedeman’s Ibizan holidays, the collection is an active proposal for the girl who wants to surf as well as sunbathe. A palette of dusky...
- [Disney Channel Conjures a Third Season of ‘The Owl House’](https://www.el-shai.com/disney-channel-third-season-of-the-owl-house/): Disney Channel has ordered a third season of the Peabody Award-nominated animated series “The Owl House,” ahead of the season two premiere,&nbsp;SATURDAY, JUNE 12. Season three will be comprised of three 44-minute specials. New episodes of the fantasy-comedy series debut every Saturday through Aug. 14 on Disney Channel and will also be available the same day on&nbsp;DisneyNOW . Created and executive produced by Dana Terrace (Disney’s “DuckTales”), season two picks up immediately following the confrontation with Emperor Belos and finds our heroes working together to return Luz to the Human Realm, help Eda confront her inner demons, and search for the...
- [RESIDENT EVIL: INFINITE DARKNESS - With the Release date on July 8th; it's time to Meet the Characters!](https://www.el-shai.com/resident-evil-infinite-darkness-characters/): RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness, launching exclusively on Netflix on July 8 this year. Known as the gold standard of survival horror games with over 110 million units shipped worldwide, Resident Evil is continuing its 25th-anniversary celebration with the upcoming premiere of the original CG anime series, RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness, launching exclusively on Netflix on July 8 this year. Netflix today also gave another look at the upcoming series, RESIDENT EVIL: Infinite Darkness, revealing both the main trailer and key art. The main trailer teases some of the upcoming events Leon and Claire will be facing, including scenes of the battlefield,...
- [Rise Up, Sing Out: Disney Teams Up With Questlove and Black Thought From The Roots for New Animated Short Series Focused on Race, Racism and Social Justice](https://www.el-shai.com/rise-up-sing-out-disney-questlove-black-thought/): Disney Junior—home to the #1 preschool network—announced today the new animated short series &#8220;Rise Up, Sing Out.&#8221; Presenting important concepts around race, racism, and social justice for the youngest viewers, the series consists of music-based shorts designed to provide an inspiring and empowering message about noticing and celebrating differences and providing a framework for conversation. The shorts are slated to premiere later this year across all Disney Junior platforms. The shorts will feature music by Ahmir &#8220;Questlove&#8221; Thompson and Tariq &#8220;Black Thought&#8221; Trotter of the GRAMMY Award®-winning musical group The Roots, who are executive producing through their Two One Five Entertainment...
- [Mawada Eladhm and Haneen Hossam: The Case that Showed the Ugliest, Most Superficial Side of Media](https://www.el-shai.com/mawada-eladhm-haneen-hossam/): Update 20th June, 2021: Cairo Criminal Court sentenced Haneen Hossam to 10 years in prison and a fine of 200,000 pounds, and Mawada Eladhm, and 3 others, to 6 years in prison and a fine of 200,000 pounds each, on accusations of “human trafficking.” The Cairo Criminal Court decided today to postpone the hearings of Haneen Hossam and Mawada Eladhm, and others who are accused of human trafficking, for the June 20 ruling session. During the court, Mawada Eladhm broke down from crying after her Tiktok videos were screened at court. Haneen Hossam was not present since she&#8217;s been released on...
- [Fashion Stores in the Middle East are Boycotting Israel Supporting Brands](https://www.el-shai.com/fashion-stores-middle-east-boycotting-israel/): Due to the ongoing conflict between Palestine and Israel, numerous nations have shown backing to the Palestinian lives lost by boycotting Israel. Harvey Nichols in Dubai and Kuwait are removing Los Angeles-based brand Cult Gaia from their stores after their owner showed support to Israel on social media. The owner of the store, Jasmin Larian, made her Instagram page private after everyone objected to her post which openly declared that she supports Israel’s decision to defend itself. The Iranian-Jewish brand owner later shared: “I realize I am part of the problem by failing to share both sides.”She added, “I also want...
- [Watch: Sweet Tooth's Main Trailer, Coming Soon on Netflix!](https://www.el-shai.com/sweet-tooths-main-trailer-netflix/): Years after &#8220;The Great Crumble&#8221; changed everything, a hybrid deer-boy forms an unlikely bond with a wandering loner. Together, they embark on an extraordinary adventure through the lush, dangerous world left behind, searching for the meaning of home. Based on the DC comic book series by Jeff Lemire, SWEET TOOTH premieres globally on June 4, only on Netflix. Format 8 x 60 Filmed New Zealand Executive Producer/Writer/Director/Co-Showrunner Jim Mickle&nbsp; Executive producer/Writer/Co-Show-runner Beth Schwartz Executive Producers Susan Downey, Robert Downey, Jr., Amanda Burrell, Linda Moran Based on the characters created by Jeff Lemire for Vertigo Cast Christian Convery (Gus), Nono Anozie (Tommy...
- [Get ready for Spotify's first RADAR MENA x Korea collaboration with Bader AlShuaibi and AleXa](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-radar-mena-korea-bader-alshuaibi-alexa/): Spotify announced its third RADAR collaboration in the MENA region, bringing together artists of two cultures united by their love for K-Pop. The collaboration will see RADAR artist Bader AlShuaibi, a Kuwaiti-Saudi-based pop artist and K-Pop artist AleXa, join forces to release a K-Pop style track with high energy based on a distinctive reggaeton rhythm. The track “Is It On” is set to release on May 21st under the RADAR program. This is the first time Spotify facilitates such a unique collaboration as the first of its kind for the RADAR program. Spotify is constantly looking to amplify RADAR artists in MENA through unique collaborations....
- [2,500+ Authorised Ticket Resellers from 100+ countries for international visitation to Expo 2020 Dubai](https://www.el-shai.com/international-visitation-to-expo-2020-dubai/): More than 2,500 online travel agents, tour operators, hotel groups, and airlines have signed on as Authorised Ticket Resellers (ATRs) for Expo 2020 Dubai, organizers announced at Arabian Travel Market 2021 (ATM). Spread across key markets, from 100-plus countries, the ATRs will offer value-added travel packages for international visitors to experience the best Expo 2020 has to offer based on a wide range of budgets and preferences. This will&nbsp;support Expo’s mission to welcome visitors from across the planet to join the making of a new world. Sumathi Ramanathan, Vice President, Market Strategy &amp; Sales, Expo 2020 Dubai, said: “Expo 2020 Dubai...
- [U.S. Press Leaders Urge Israel to Halt Strikes on Media Facilities After Destroying al-Jalaa building](https://www.el-shai.com/israel-strikes-media-facilities-al-jalaa-building/): U.S. press leaders called for Israel to stop attacking buildings that house journalists in Gaza after an Israeli missile destroyed the al-Jalaa building, which housed the Associated Press, al Jazeera, and other news organizations.  Israeli officials said they struck the al-Jalaa building because Hamas used part of it. But Saturday&#8217;s strike was the latest in a series of Israeli military attacks on facilities where journalists have been working to bring the story of the ongoing conflict to the world.&nbsp; On May 11 and May 12, Israeli warplanes bombed two other buildings that housed more than a dozen international and local media...
- [Rating Netflix's Love Death and Robots Volume 2's Shorts from Best to Worst](https://www.el-shai.com/rating-netflixs-love-death-and-robots-volume-2/): It&#8217;s safe to say that Netflix&#8217;s Love Death and Robots volume 1 was probably my all-time favorite series. I&#8217;ve been impatiently waiting for Love Death and Robots volume 2 with high expectations.  Due to my high expectations, I was expecting to also get disappointed. I know, I know; it&#8217;s an oxymoron, but how many times have you been disappointed by a follow-up season? Especially since it&#8217;s been announced that this volume was a lot shorter than the previous one.&nbsp; Needless to say, volume 2 was not just good, but it&#8217;s at least as good as the first volume.&nbsp; Presented by &#8220;Deadpool&#8221;...
- [Mohamed Samy Syndrome: When you become an Industry's punching bag!](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-samy-syndrome-when-you-become-an-industrys-punching-bag/): In case you&#8217;ve been living under a rock, then you probably know that United Media Services (UMS) had announced that they would stop working with the director and screenwriter Mohamed Samy. The decision&#8217;s announcement was posted on the UMS&#8217;s platforms, including&nbsp;Youm7, with no explanation of the decision&#8217;s reasoning.&nbsp; The circulating rumors about Mohamed Samy&#8217;s ban: Immediately after the decision, however, many critics and viewers started speculating about the reasons behind this move. After all, Mohamed Samy has been one of the most successful directors within the company, and UMS produced his most famous work. However, many claim the reasoning may be...
- [Mass Effect Legendary Edition: Save the Galaxy in the Epic Saga of Commander Shepard](https://www.el-shai.com/mass-effect-legendary-edition-epic-saga/): BioWare, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) studio, today released Mass Effect™ Legendary Edition, the definitive way to experience the beloved science-fiction role-playing game trilogy.  The game is available worldwide on PC via Origin, EA Desktop app and Steam, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One with optimized backward compatibility on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The&nbsp;Mass Effect Legendary Edition&nbsp;features the heart-pounding cinematic single-player base content and 40+ downloadable content (DLC) story, weapons, and armor packs from&nbsp;Mass Effect,&nbsp;Mass Effect 2, and&nbsp;Mass Effect 3. ﻿It brings the legend of Commander Shepard to life in 4K Ultra HD with HDR compatibility. “There’s never been a better opportunity...
- [5 of the Weirdest Olympic Games in History!](https://www.el-shai.com/5-of-the-weirdest-olympic-games-in-history/): The most spectacular athletic event in the world, the Olympics, kicked off last Friday. And with the new sports added to this year&#8217;s Olympics, from skateboarding, surfing &amp; sport climbing. We couldn&#8217;t help but search for the Olympic&#8217;s weirdest sports ever held, and we&#8217;re not talking about usual sports that you just weren&#8217;t familiar with. Nope actually, we&#8217;re talking about eccentric. Even some are ridiculous &amp; brutal sports! Let&#8217;s take a deep dive into the top Weirdest Olympic Games Rope Climbing This was an Olympic gymnastic event but was removed from that venue after the 1932 games. It is a sport...
- [Huda Kattan's HB Investments Backs "Ketish," a Luxury Feminine and Sexual Wellness Brand](https://www.el-shai.com/huda-kattans-hb-investments-ketish/): The Iraqi-American beauty blogger, entrepreneur &amp; owner of Huda Beauty cosmetics, Huda Kattan, has announced Ketish to be the first brand to be launched by her Huda Beauty Angels which falls under the HB Investments. Huda Kattan has always been known for her passion for supporting female entrepreneurs &amp; mission-based start-ups all over the globe. She is considered the Mohamed Salah of the beauty industry! She changed the stereotypical image of Arab women in the west as a well-known makeup artist, then launching her brand. And now, she is contributing to breaking the stereotypical taboo of acknowledging the topic of women&#8217;s...
- [Egypt's Handball and Football Teams to Tokyo 2020's Quarterfinals](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-handball-football-tokyo-2020-quarterfinals/): Egypt finalized its qualification to the Quarterfinals in Handball and Football in Tokyo 2020&#8216;s Olympics! Today&#8217;s matches highlighted the excellent performance of Ahmed El Ahmar, Ramadan, Rayan, and Ammar. They are the golden boys of the day. Let&#8217;s see the journey of our champions till now. Football Egypt&#8217;s football team made it to the Quarterfinals after beating Australia with a 2-0, and Spain&#8217;s match against Argentina was drawn at 1-1. Egypt to play against Brazil in the Quarterfinals on Saturday 31.7.2021. Journey in Tokyo 2020 After Sunday&#8217;s 0-1 loss to Argentina in their second Group C game of the Tokyo Olympics....
- [The Color Run is Coming Back at Marassi, North Coast!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-color-run-coming-back-marassi-north-coast/): Presented by iEvents, the Color Run is making a comeback stronger than ever, taking place at Marassi, North Coast on Saturday 14 August, 2021. You don&#8217;t need to be a runner to join since it&#8217;s a non-competitive and untimed 5k filled with color that you can experience with friends and family. You’re free to run, jog, walk, or cartwheel along the course! What&#8217;s Color Run? It&#8217;s a five-kilometer, untimed event. At each kilometer mark, Color Runners are doused from head to toe in a different colored powder. Participants wear white at the starting line and finish the race plastered in color....
- [Mohamed Abdel Rahman Is Heading to North Coast With "Shamseya we Arba3 Karasy"](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-abdel-rahman-shamseya-we-arba3-karasy/): The star Mohamed Abdel Rahman has finished rehearsals for the play &#8220;Shamseya we Arba3 Karasy&#8221;, scheduled for the first time in the North Coast at Marina 4 Theater next Thursday. Other stars will participate in the play like Ashraf Abdel Baqi, Osos, Mohamed Anwar, Merihan Hassan. The play is written by Karim Sami Kims and Ahmed Abdel Wahab and is directed by Ashraf Abdel Baqi. The play takes place in a compound on the North Coast, where a strange package arrives in the family&#8217;s villa, and with it, a state of conflict begins. Still, in light of these tense events, Zaki...
- [#TokyoOlympics takes centre stage on Twitter](https://www.el-shai.com/tokyoolympics-takes-centre-stage-on-twitter/): As the Olympic Games get underway, following a year of delays and uncertainty, the world&#8217;s attention is turning to Tokyo, with Twitter transforming into the roar of the crowd, as real-time conversations unfold on the platform. From supporting Olympians, to commentary of sporting events, people are celebrating what’s happening, through country flag emojis, Olympic emojis and a number of other features. For the first time ever, the official Olympic Games emoji on Twitter will be available in over 30 languages including Arabic, and fans will be able to join the conversation with over 200 emojis, spanning: Olympic sporting events such as...
- [Top 4 Parental Controls on YouTube Kids](https://www.el-shai.com/top-4-parental-controls-on-youtube-kids/): With the summer season officially in full swing, many parents wonder how they can tailor their children’s viewing experience on YouTube Kids, which launched in MENA in April this year. YouTube Kids is an app built with families in mind, offering a range of parental controls to help parents customize their children’s viewing experience based on their needs. The app offers a range of content for children under the age of 13 along with parental controls to customize their children’s experience. Here are four of the most helpful features for Parental Controls on YouTube Kids: Hand-pick content Parents can choose to...
- [Capiter Announced Intentions for Achieving Total Revenues of USD 1 billion by 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/capiter-revenues-of-usd-1-billion-by-2023/): Capiter, a B2B marketplace that brings together FMCGs, wholesalers, and merchants on one platform, announced its plans to achieve total revenues of USD 1 billion by 2023. This comes as part of the company&#8217;s ambitious strategy to increase its business tenfold capitalizing on the remarkable results the company achieved in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic. By bringing together FMCGs, wholesalers, and merchants, Capiter introduces a new concept to the Egyptian retail market through one platform with three different applications. These applications provide several features that help merchants to gain insights into the FMCG market, allowing them to develop their projects and...
- [In Memory of Mohamed Khan: One of the Most Iconic Filmmakers in Our History!](https://www.el-shai.com/in-memory-of-mohamed-khan/): Today marks the anniversary of the death of the late director Mohamed Khan, who passed away on July 26, 2016, leaving a grand march of masterpieces, which left an imprint in the history of Egyptian cinema. Mohamed Khan was born in 1942 in Cairo, Egypt, to a Pakistani father and an Egyptian mother. Before leaving to study filmmaking in the United Kingdom in the 1950s, he studied interior design and then returned to Cairo to begin his film career. &nbsp;He encountered difficulties when he started his career in Egypt, so he moved to Lebanon to work as an assistant director before...
- [“Amira” Lands its World Premiere at Venice International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/amira-premiere-venice-international-film-festival/): The 78th Venice International Film Festival will run from Sept.1 till Sept.11.; announced the selection of the Palestinian film Amira by director Mohamed Diab to compete within the Orizzonti competition. Amira is Mohamed Diab’s third film as a director after 678 (2010) and his hit film Clash (Eshtebak) (2016), which nabbed over 30 international awards. The film is set in Palestine and marks the first Palestinian film by an Egyptian director. Amira, a 17-year-old Palestinian, was conceived with the smuggled sperm of her imprisoned father, Nawar. Although their relationship since birth has been restricted to prison visits, he remains her hero....
- [Spotify Reveals 2021's Song of the Summer Predictions in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-2021s-song-of-the-summer-predictions-egypt/): Summer 2021 deserves a soundtrack that has you dancing like your heart is bursting with sunshine, and Spotify is here to help you do just that. Today, the platform is revealing its song of the summer predictions in Egypt, which include: Habibty, El Melouk and Permission to Dance. Spanning a variety of genres &#8211; from pop and shaabi to rap and mahraganat &#8211; Spotify’s Songs of Summer predictions are based on a number of factors like streaming numbers, current trajectory and future forecasting from Spotify’s global curation team. The list also gives a nod to female artists like Ruby, Nancy Ajram...
- [Hedaya Malak Wahba and Seif Eissa Won The first 2 Bronze Medals in Taekwondo Tokyo 2020 Olympics](https://www.el-shai.com/hedaya-malak-seif-eissa-bronze-medals-taekwondo/): Egypt&#8217;s Taekwondo team is making the Egyptians proud! Hedaya and Seif Eissa made it to the first 2 Egyptian medals in Tokyo Olympics 2020. Let&#8217;s have a look at their journey. Hedaya Malak Wahba Being “the first” to anything is exciting. Do you ever remember, in school, being the first to finish your work? Hedaya is the first Arabian Olympian to achieve 2 medals in 2 successive Olympics. Let&#8217;s see what she did. Her career Malak took up taekwondo aged six, following her elder brother; her younger brother joined her.&nbsp;She ranked first in the Giza governorate championship before winning Egypt&#8217;s championship...
- [Jamila & The Other Heroes Reimagine the Middle East with New Single ‘BORDER SYNDROME احلام بلا حدود’](https://www.el-shai.com/jamila-the-other-heroes-border-syndrome/): Jamila &amp; The Other Heroes’ new single powerfully reimagines what the Middle East could look like. ‘BORDER SYNDROME احلام بلا حدود’ lives up to its name, as lead singer Jamila Al-Yousef embraces her Palestinian roots and asks what the Middle East would look like with no borders. It’s a powerful concept backed up by a powerful sound that blends together a thrilling mix of Psychedelic Rock, Hip Hop, Middle Eastern &amp; Westafrican rhythms and melodies. And the track pays further homage to the greats of music in the East and West including artists such as Dina El Wedidi, Erykah Badu, Akua...
- [كلوب هاوس هيبيعنا على الديب ويب؟ إيه المشكلة العالمية الي مسببها البرنامج المرة دي؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%84%d9%88%d8%a8-%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%88%d8%b3-%d9%87%d9%8a%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%a8-%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%a8%d8%9f-%d8%a5%d9%8a%d9%87-%d8%a7%d9%84/): مين فينا ميعرفش برنامج كلوب هاوس، والي انتشر بنطاق واسع، مع بدايات الحجر في إبريل 2020، وتفشي كورونا في العالم، كلوب هاوس كان المتنفس الوحيد لينا كبشر، عشان نعبر فيه عن نفسنا، ونناقش مواضيع مختلفة، مع ناس من مختلف أنحاء العالم بسهولة نظام كلوب هاوس عبارة عن غرف، بيعملها شخص، ويرسل دعوات للأشخاص الثانيين الي عايزهم يحضروا، وطبعًا بتعملك حساب محترم، وتحط معلوماتك ورقم تليفونك وكل حاجة زي أي برنامج تاني ومع الاستخدام الواسع والمنتشر، في كل أنحاء العالم للكلوب هاوس، والي اتضح بعد ما نشرت ال CNCB إحصائية، في مايو ،2021 بتوضح فيها إن عدد مستخدمين البرنامج وصلو ل 10...
- [Amazon to Launch Amazon.eg Later This Year](https://www.el-shai.com/amazon-to-launch-amazon-eg-later-this-year/): Today, Amazon announced that it would be launching Amazon.eg, in Egypt later this year, allowing local businesses to reach more customers across the country. In preparation for the new site, Amazon has announced that Amazon Seller Central, the company’s seller management tool, is now open for registration in Egypt via sell.amazon.eg, they can set up their accounts. Selling partners already selling on Souq.com, an Amazon company can now access Amazon Seller Central. The company is inviting them to experience the new features of the seller tool and validate their account information to begin selling on Amazon.eg, as soon as the site...
- [Le Deck at Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah Sunk to the Bottom of the Nile!](https://www.el-shai.com/le-deck-at-sofitel-cairo-nile-el-gezirah-sunk-to-the-bottom-of-the-nile/): In a shocking video, one of Cairo&#8217;s most popular restaurants, Le Deck at Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah, was seen sinking in the Nile. According to ArabNews.com, the restaurant sank in less than a minute. “I was sitting on the opposite terrace having tea and smoking with my friends and at first I thought there was a fight, then I thought someone drowned and then we heard a bang, then suddenly the deck started sinking in a way that reminded me of the Titanic movie,” a British tourist who witnessed the incident told Arab News. Le Deck was a floating restaurant...
- [12+Egyptian Olympians Eliminated from Tokyo 2020: So Now What?](https://www.el-shai.com/12-egyptian-olympians-eliminated-from-tokyo-2020/): On Tokyo day 2, more than 12 Egyptian Olympians were eliminated from the competition. And people are being ashamed of them and just making memes. Is it right to make fun of anything? and what should we do? Egypt in Tokyo Olympics Egypt participates in the Tokyo Olympics with a mission that is the largest in the history of Egyptian Olympic participation, as the number of players has reached 146, with 134 main, divided into 86 male and 48 female players, in addition to 12 reserves, according to the instructions of the International Olympic Committee. The  Olympics are leading international sporting...
- [Real vs Fake News in Egypt: How Do We Know Who To Trust?](https://www.el-shai.com/real-vs-fake-news-in-egypt-who-to-trust/): Being “the first” to anything is exciting. Do you ever remember, in school, being the first to finish your work? Super exciting. But what about being the &#8220;first&#8221; in journalism? With the new digital age of media, journalists want not just to be the first for the &#8220;scoop&#8221;, but for the reach and likes! But should we forget about Journalism ethics? Human rights to live? Patients&#8217; rights to recover? Celebrities&#8217; right to live safely without fake news about their death? The real news vs fake news in Egypt: In&nbsp;journalism, a&nbsp;rumor&nbsp;or&nbsp;exclusive&nbsp;is an item of&nbsp;news&nbsp;reported by one&nbsp;journalist&nbsp;or&nbsp;news organization&nbsp;before others and of exceptional originality,...
- [Our Favorite 2020 Summer Olympics Parade of Nations Traditional Looks](https://www.el-shai.com/2020-summer-olympics-parade-traditional-looks/): A new season of the Olympics has been relaunched. This time, it copes with Tokyos&#8217; Summer 2021 vibes. The ceremony took place on the 23rd of July, starting with the opening, then musicians doing their job, the Parade of Nations, and lighting the Olympics Torch. But what most of us wait for is the Parade of Nations and what comes with the Parade of Nations. This time, different teams surprised us with their outstanding styles and incredible costumes, which varied between modern and traditional.  Most outfits represented the heritage, and traditional style, of their mother country. Nevertheless, they served it in...
- [Mona Ahmed Zaher and Selim Mostafa Don't Represent Gender Roles; They're Just Kids!](https://www.el-shai.com/mona-ahmed-zaher-selim-mostafa-just-kids/): The guys at Gossips interviewed the little stars of the &#8220;Leh Laa 2&#8221; series, Mona Ahmed Zaher and Selim Mostafa, in which they made an amazing job. Gossips did us all a great favor by bringing those two cuties together.&nbsp;Cuteness overload, seriously. You can&#8217;t hate kids after watching this one.&nbsp; Unfortunately, we live in a society where &#8220;grown-ups&#8221; can&#8217;t help but exercise their hypocritical thoughts and double standards. This time, they did that on kids by bullying them, and dare we say by showing pedophilic tendencies.&nbsp; Memes and posts have flooded social media platforms featuring snippets from the interview revolving around...
- [Servers for PlayStation, Steam, and Fortnite Are Down, and People are feeling Down!](https://www.el-shai.com/playstation-steam-and-fortnite-down-servers-making-users-feeling-down/): PlayStation, Steam, and Fortnite users detected that the servers were down, and Downdetector confirmed the issue. What is gonna happen? and what are the users reporting? Let&#8217;s see! The story A slew of different online services is currently experiencing difficulties including PlayStation Network, Steam, and Fortnite. PS4 and PS5 on the user welcome window The PS4 and PS5 makers: &#8220;PlayStation Network services are up and running, but there are external, internet-wide issues that might affect your experience. Once these external issues are resolved, you should have no problem connecting to PlayStation Network.&#8221; Users reporting on twitter &#8220;Of course PSN is down,...
- [Medhat Mamdouh: From Playing Music for Friends, to a Global Musician on America's Got Talent](https://www.el-shai.com/medhat-mamdouh-americas-got-talent/): Applying for America&#8217;s Got Talent and doing great in the audition was never easy to do. If you are talented and want to know how the pharaoh made it to the biggest talent show in the world. Here is the journey of Medhat Mamdouh. What&#8217;s America’s got talent? It is a famous Tv show where amateur performers present their singing, dancing, comedy, and novelty acts to celebrity judges and a nationwide audience to advance in the competition and win a huge money prize of 1 million dollars. Now, Who is Medhat Mamdouh? The 28-year-old pharaoh is a musician playing an instrument...
- [Al Rawabi School for Girls: The New Netflix Arabic Series We Can't-Wait to Binge on!](https://www.el-shai.com/al-rawabi-school-for-girls-tima-shomali-netflix/): We&#8217;re anticipating this new Arabic drama to be a huge success, Al Rawabi School for Girls, Debuting on August 12th, exclusively on Netflix. We&#8217;re impatiently waiting to start binge-watching the show. Why? Because this high school drama mixed with a couple of bullies is about to be taught one hell of a lesson. About Al Rawabi School For Girls When Mariam is bullied in her all-girls high school, she gathers a group of outcasts, and together they plot the perfect revenge to get back at their tormentors and send the students and administration into a spiral. Set amongst school and home...
- [ثانوية عامة و العيد دونت مكس...بس احنا جبنالك المكس الشقي في 5 خطوات](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ab%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a9-%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%af-%d8%af%d9%88%d9%86%d8%aa-%d9%85%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%a8%d8%b3-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%ac%d8%a8/): مهم جدا ان عقلك يفصل في وسط المذاكرة عشان يرجع يركز تاني و دراسات كتير اتعملت بخصوص الموضوع ده بتقول انك المفروض تاخد بريك ربع ساعة لكل ساعة مذاكرة بتركيز&#8230;بس مهم في الساعة دي انك تشيل من جنبك كل القواطع زي التلفيزيون او الموبايل و توفر تركيزك للمذاكرة بس عشان لما تاخد بريك متبقاش بتضيع وقت. لو مذاكرتك على اللابتوب او الموبايل ممكن تفعل خاصية موجودة في الاجهزة الجديدة انها تمنع وصول اي اشعارات ليك لمدة معينة انت بتحددها و بتبقا دي مدة المذاكرة قبل البريك. لو المكان اللي بتذاكر فيه فيه تلفيزيون و انت من هواة مشاهدة التلفيزيون ممكن تفصل...
- [Top Movies you Can Stream for The Perfect Lazy 2021 Eid Night!](https://www.el-shai.com/top-movies-stream-perfect-lazy-2021-eid-night/): Eid Mubarak! Whatever the plans you&#8217;ve got for this vacation, we hope it involves some binge-watching&#8230; We&#8217;ve prepared a list of the top movies to stream during the 2021 Eid, so all you need to do is grab some popcorn? Lelet Hana Wa Sror Lelet Hana Wa Sror &#8211; SHAHID &#8211; Comedy After marrying his dream girl, a conman finds himself trailed by a gang threatening to blow his cover and ruin his relationship with the woman he loves. Stars: Mohamed Emam, Yasmine Sabri, Farouk Al-Fishawy, Bayoumi Fouad Deedo Deedo &#8211; JAWWY TV &#8211; Comedy Deedo and his friends plan to...
- [Where to Workout in Sahel in Summer 2021? Here's your Ultimate Guide!](https://www.el-shai.com/workout-in-sahel-in-summer-2021/): Spending your vacation in North Coast “Sahel”&nbsp; with all the food varieties and cousins around you might affect your healthy diet. Also, we know for sure you don’t want to ruin it, and you&#8217;re thinking in the back of your head about your workout in Sahel routine. That’s why we believe you may need to move your workout from Cairo to the beach.&nbsp; Now if you&#8217;re heading to the North Coast and want to stay fit, we&#8217;ll will tell you about the best gateways to workout in Sahel. Brass Monkeys The first gateway, and it’s truly a cool one, is Brass...
- [رحلة تحول العيدية من دهب و فضة و صرة من الدنانير الى لحمة…اعرف الحكاية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d9%88%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%a9/): العيدية كانت هدية الامراء و الملوك لبعضهم زمان كان الملوك و الامراء و الاثرياء عيديتهم لبعض دهب و فضة و دنانير و فلوس كتير و كانت سبيل للتباهي و كان بعض الاثرياء بيوزعوا على الناس هدوم و فلوس بسيطة اول ايام العيد كعيدية لكل الناس تفرح بيها و يبقا يوم خير و فرحة العيدية اساميها اختلفت لكن فرحتها واحدة مختلفتش في العصر الفاطمي كان اسمها &#8220;الرسوم&#8221; أو &#8220;التوسعة وفي العصر المملوكي كان اسمها &#8220;الجامكية&#8221;، وهي كلمة تعني &#8220;المال المخصص لشراء الملابس، وبعد كده تم تحريفها عشان تبقا العيدية وفي العصر العثماني، اختلفت طريقة تقديم العيدية اللي كانت مقتصرة في فترات على...
- [Board Games and Family Games you Should be Playing this Eid!](https://www.el-shai.com/board-games-family-games-this-eid/): Do you ever get bored of Eid&#8217;s family gatherings, just doing nothing with your cousins but staring at your phones? Well, you can kill boredom &amp; add some extra fun to have a really happy Eid by playing these classical board games and Family games! The options are various, from board games to cards to even games requiring nothing but the company. Choose your champion from this list of the most famous entertaining games! Board Games: 1) Masrawy Deal It’s Nilco’s fun &amp; cool Egyptian version of Monopoly!&nbsp; Its idea is that you have to collect 3 complete areas to win....
- [Lebanese Women Can't Afford Period Supplies, Yet Men's Razors are Subsidized](https://www.el-shai.com/lebanese-women-period-supplies-razors-subsidized/): Lebanese people, especially women, don&#8217;t seem like they can catch a break in the last few years, mostly due to the government&#8217;s corruption leading to an economic crisis. Lebanon&#8217;s economic crisis is so bad, that women can&#8217;t afford period supplies, yet men buy razors for cheap. What happened in the financial crises in Lebanon? According to recent UN research, women and girls in Lebanon are being compelled to change how they manage their periods because of their economic collapse and skyrocketing prices. So this is what is happening in Lebanon these days, inflation, shortage, and poverty… but that leads to a...
- [Why are we Fascinated by Villains and Serial Killers?!](https://www.el-shai.com/why-we-fascinated-by-villains-and-serial-killers/): Hasn’t it crossed your mind that nowadays everyone’s interested in villains &amp; serial killers documentaries?! Even the movie industry is directed more into producing movies &amp; series about villains. The last one was the MCU’S Loki which was a huge hit! And Calm down. You&#8217;re not evil for loving them. There’s a psychological explanation!  Evil fascinates us. Most people find themselves attracted to the dark side, as it helps them step in the shoes of a killer or a villain from a safe side and understand their thought process. Serial killer’s stories are always captivating. The experts say that people who...
- [10 Summer Essentials You Can’t Go Out Without](https://www.el-shai.com/10-summer-essentials-you-cant-go-out-without/): Hangouts in summer are “Mission Impossible” sometimes. However, that shouldn&#8217;t prevent you from having good summer memories because it doesn’t need a lot to be fixed. In this article, we brought you 10 summer essentials to keep in your bag, and then, you’re ready to go and face that sunny weather confidently. Tissues and Wipes&nbsp; Some people get in many troubles, emergencies, etc., only tissues or wipes can solve them easily. But, still, the extra problem, they realize they don’t have tissues/ wipes in their pocket/ bag. So, always remember to have them in your bag. You can forget anything, but...
- [الناجي الوحيد: ما هي قصة المدعي بأنه يعيش في كون موازي عبر تطبيق تيك توك؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%ac%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%85%d8%a7-%d9%87%d9%8a-%d9%82%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%af%d8%b9%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d8%a3%d9%86%d9%87-%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%8a/): في الآونة الأخيرة، كانت هناك ضجة على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي بسبب شخص إسباني يُدعى جافيير، ظهر على تطبيق تيك توك بإسم مستخدم &#8220;unicosobreviviente&#8221; ،  و هي جُملة اسبانية، تترجم إلى &#8220;الناجي الوحيد&#8221;.  ادعى unicosobreviviente أنه الناجي الوحيد الذي يعيش في عالم موازي يتقدم بست سنوات عن عالمنا وليس به أي كائنات حية، و يوثق هذا الادعاء من خلال مقاطع قصيرة يشاركها عبر تيك توك. ما هي بداية القصة؟  بدأت قصة هذا الشخص من خلال مقطع شارك به قصته عبر تيك توك، و قال أنه استيقظ في مستشفى خالية تماما من وجود أي بشر، و كانت الأجهزة تشير أنه في عام 2027....
- [Egypt's ANUBIS Won 1st place in the World Gaming Competition; Red Bull Campus Clutch!](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-anubis-red-bull-campus-clutch/): Egyptians aren&#8217;t just slaying regular sports, but also the Esports, because Egyptian team ANUBIS just won first place in Red Bull Campus Clutch, one of the world&#8217;s top gaming competitions! Gaming is a fast-rising industry in MENA and all over the world. If you are unsure what a gamer business is, you want to be your country’s representative in the global Red Bull Campus Clutch.&nbsp; I’m here to tell you; things are much better than what you expect. Have you ever thought of making money from just playing video games?&nbsp; A career in gaming was, at some time, unbelievable, especially in...
- [Yasmin Abdelaziz Undergoes Surgery for an Unknown Reason, Yet Causes a Debate Over Medical Errors](https://www.el-shai.com/yasmin-abdelaziz-surgery-debate-medical-errors/): Today, on the 18th of July, actor Ahmed Elawady announced that his wife, actress Yasmin AbdelAziz, is going through a serious health issue and is currently in the hospital, though he did not mention any details. As you can imagine, several news and media outlets started announcing the reason why the actress is in the hospital, including quotes from Elawady. This led to Ahmed Elawady following up on his original post and saying that he hasn&#8217;t made any announcements, any updates about Yasmin Abdelaziz&#8217;s health with be through him directly, not any media outlets. What are the rumors so far? Several...
- [Tickets to World’s Most Inclusive Gathering Now on Sale with Chance to Win Place at Expo 2020 Dubai’s Opening Ceremony](https://www.el-shai.com/tickets-expo-2020-dubais-opening-ceremony/): Tickets to Expo 2020 Dubai are now on sale, and among the plethora of reasons to book a season pass for the world’s biggest cultural gathering is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the historic, invite-only Opening Ceremony. All UAE residents ages 18 and above who purchase an Expo 2020 Season Pass or Family Package before 14 August will be entered into a draw for the chance to win a prized place for themselves and a guest at the star-studded Opening Ceremony on 30 September 2021, with headline acts to be revealed soon. Fifty lucky winners will be announced the...
- [A Ugandan Athlete is reported Missing in Tokyo and Left a Note Saying he Wants to Work in Japan](https://www.el-shai.com/ugandan-athlete-reported-missing-tokyo-olympics/): It has been reported that Ugandan Athlete Julius Ssekitoleko, a 20-year-old weightlifter left a note disclosing that his life in Uganda was too difficult and that he wished to work in Japan. He asked members of his delegation to send his personal belongings to his wife. Julius Ssekitoleko, a 20-year-old weightlifter, failed to qualify for the Games after arriving in Japan and was due to fly back to Uganda on the 20th of July. However, he was last seen at a station near his delegation&#8217;s hotel in Lzumisano at 6:30 AM on Friday. It was found that no COVID-19 sample test...
- [Reem El Adl Reveals Details on Sherihan’s Musical Play Coco Chanel](https://www.el-shai.com/reem-el-adl-sherihans-musical-play-coco-chanel/): Costume Designer Reem El Adl has revealed interesting details on the costume design of the upcoming musical play Coco Chanel, which is headlined by the iconic Sherihan. The play is slated to premiere on Shahid VIP as of July 20, 2021. While enjoying a rich repertoire full of films and TV works, the new musical marks Reem El Adl’s first experience in designing costumes for a play. She commented on that, saying, “It’s unbelievable! This musical play marks my first theatre experience, and I’m thrilled to work on such a significant project, starring the megastar Sherihan and telling the story of...
- [Sedky Sakhr Releases New Song Beid Bel Agwa](https://www.el-shai.com/sedky-sakhr-beid-bel-agwa-song/): The Star Sedky Sakhr wows us all in his new music video Beid Bel Agwa. Showing off just how multitalented he is, Sedky sings and plays six instruments, the tambourine, tambura, harmonica, ukulele, electric piano, and the bells. There&#8217;s no denying that Sedky ditches the traditional route and takes a more unique and distinct approach. It&#8217;s completely different from what the Egyptian public is used to &#8211; so it&#8217;s exciting to see how it will be received. The clip is produced by OffBeat, which creates content for music production, fashion, and cinema. Sedky Sakhr&#8217;s Latest Projects Sedky has recently participated in...
- [The Most Iconic Looks from Cannes Film Festival 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/most-iconic-looks-from-cannes-film-festival-2021/): After the festival&#8217;s cancellation last year, the Cannes Film Festival 2021 is here with an atmosphere full of glamour and celebration of great films worldwide. Dozens of celebrities attended the festival so, we brought you our favorite red carpet looks that we think are totally iconic from Cannes Film Festival 2021! Sharon stone Sharon Stone was gorgeous with her tulle Dolce &amp; Gabbana gown, covered in applique flowers with Chopard jewelry. Bella Hadid Bella Hadid was looking flawless in her Schiaparelli dress and a gold trompe l’oeil lungs neckpiece with Chopard jewelry for the premiere of Tre Piani (Three Floors). Miye Huang...
- [Fiela's Child Participates in the Beirut Women International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/fielas-child-beirut-women-international-film-festival/): Feature film Fiela&#8217;s Child, by director Brett Michael Innes, will participate in the 4th Beirut Women International Film Festival (July 19- 23). The film has previously won seven awards within its tour across the world’s international festivals. Fiela&#8217;s Child will screen on Tuesday, July 20 at 10:00 PM Beirut time (GMT +3). Beirut International Women Film Festival (BWFF) is an annual event held in Beirut that brings together filmmakers and cinema lovers from all over the world. BWFF tackles issues such as gender equality, sexual identity, and domestic violence, through the power of the lens and cinema, which is the window...
- [Short Film Bomb Participates in the Beirut Women International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/short-film-bomb-beirut-women-international-film/): Short film Bomb, by director Dima Hamdan, will take part in the 4th Beirut Women International Film Festival (July 19- 23). The film will screen at 12:00 PM &amp; 2:00 PM, Lebanon time (GMT+3), on Tuesday, July 20. Beirut International Women Film Festival (BWFF) is an annual event held in Beirut that brings together filmmakers and cinema lovers from all over the world. BWFF tackles issues such as gender equality, sexual identity, and domestic violence, through the power of the lens and cinema, which is the window on society and particularly women in this case. Wasim and his mother haven&#8217;t been...
- [Now, express what you feel with a sound! Facebook rolls out ‘soundmojis’ for Messenger](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-rolls-out-soundmojis-for-messenger/): Every day, people send more than 2.4 billion messages with emojis on Messenger. Emojis add color and vibrancy to Messenger chats all over the world. But, what if these emojis could talk &#8211; what sound would they make? Today, on World Emoji Day, Facebook is giving Messenger emojis an upgrade &#8212; with the launch of ‘Soundmojis.’ Starting today, Messenger users will be able to use ‘Soundmojis,’ a next-level emoji that enables them to send short sound clips in Messenger chat. In addition, users will be able to choose from a library of options that range from clapping ?, crickets ?, drumroll...
- [On the occasion of World Emoji Day, Facebook shares the top used emojis in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-shares-the-top-used-emojis-in-egypt/): Facebook has revealed data of emoji usage on its platform in the last three months. In Egypt, Face with Tears of Joy, Red Heart, Heavy Black Heart, Birthday Cake, and Cherries are most popular. Additionally, over the past three months, Facebook has revealed that it has seen an increase in the use of the plane emoji globally on Facebook posts as the easing of restrictions continues and the public sets its sights on foreign travel once more. Facebook also reveals that, globally, women create more posts containing emojis than men. Interestingly, the use of fire emojis is more prevalent among men...
- [Lift Like a Girl (Ash Ya Captain) will be the first Egyptian documentary film streaming on Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/lift-like-a-girl-ash-ya-captain-on-netflix/): After it was aired in Zawya Cinema and the audience received it, the movie &#8220;Lift Like a Girl (Ash Ya Captain)&#8221; will be the first Egyptian documentary film streaming on Netflix. After the Seoul International Children&#8217;s Film Festival in South Korea, the film won the Best Director Award, directed by Mai Zayed. The film also won the Best Documentary Award at the Critics&#8217; Awards for Arab Films, organized by the Arab Cinema Center, at the Cannes Film Festival 2021, and was voted by 160 critics from 63 countries. Lift Like a Girl (Ash Ya Captain) follows a 4-year journey of &#8220;Zabiba,&#8221;...
- [7 Middle Eastern Desserts Better than Egyptian Desserts](https://www.el-shai.com/middle-eastern-desserts-egyptian-desserts/): If there&#8217;s one thing Middle Eastern desserts are known for, it&#8217;s that all the Middle East love it! On their own, authentic Middle Eastern desserts aren&#8217;t overly sweet. Middle Eastern desserts often rely on a rich honey syrup to sweeten them and lots of crunch and texture. An essential ingredient of their delectable desserts and Arabic cuisine, this honey syrup is a necessary addition to their delicious sweet treat and a primary contributor to their secret flavor. However, when they&#8217;re combined with rich dessert ingredients, like dates or nuts or even ice cream, they become so much more than delicious, becoming...
- [Thanaweya Amma vs. Mandela Effect: How People are Divided Over A Question in 2021's Tests](https://www.el-shai.com/how-the-mandela-effect-took-over-thanaweya-amma/): In recent news, “Thanaweya Amma” students reported a question in their exam that did not have a correct answer.&nbsp; Students claimed that the question on the exam asked them for the plural of the word “haleeb” (milk), and there is no plural for this word in the Arabic nor English languages. Students were furious after the exam, arguing that there cannot be a question on an exam with no correct answer.&nbsp; But was this question even on the exam? The strange thing about this situation is that the Minister of Education, Tarek Shawki, denied that the question ever existed on Amr...
- [Why Do Gen-x and Millennials Really Care about Wimpy's Comeback, 20 Years Later?](https://www.el-shai.com/gen-x-millennials-wimpys-comeback-20-years-later/): Burgers are the easiest fast food anyone can get from any restaurant in Egypt and the whole world, but was it the product anyone can produce and sell 20 years ago? &nbsp;Back in the 80s in Egypt when people themselves didn’t know what burgers are until “Wimpy” landed their American burgers in Egypt and changed everything, including the concept of “happiness and fast food.”&nbsp; But what is “Wimpy”, is that a group of people, a fictional character, or what? Wimpy is a lot of things in one. It’s a chain of multinational restaurants that traveled worldwide in the 20century and made...
- [Second cohort of ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: MENA’ welcomes 12 startups ](https://www.el-shai.com/second-cohort-google-for-startups-accelerator-mena/): Google announced the list of startups for the second cohort of ‘Google for Startups Accelerator Middle East and North Africa,’ a three-month digital accelerator program for Seed to Series A technology startups based in the region. The twelve technology startups come from six Arab countries across automotive, agriculture, fitness, fintech, real-estate, e-commerce, and entertainment.  The startups were selected based on criteria like the problem they are trying to solve and how it creates value for users, and their willingness to use Machine Learning technology to solve business challenges and successfully scale in the long run. Here are the technology startups that...
- [مسرحيات_العيد#: Eid Al Adha sees nostalgia for classic Egyptian plays on Twitter](https://www.el-shai.com/eid-al-adha-nostalgia-egyptian-plays-on-twitter/): Last year, there were more than one million Tweets in Egypt about theater, while local entertainment celebrities were amongst the fastest growing accounts in Egypt. With entertainment being a key topic on the platform, and at a time when watching classic plays is one of many ways people reconnect with family and friends to celebrate, Twitter launched an emoji to spotlight the theater-led conversations taking place on the platform. Launched on July 13th, a few days prior to Eid Al Adha, the Arabic hashtag مسرحيات_العيد# (#EidPlays) unlocks an emoji of two masks ?, symbolizing the performing arts. It will remain live...
- [Middle East Hip Hop stars Felukah and The Synaptik team up for second single ‘Allaya’Teek’](https://www.el-shai.com/middle-east-felukah-the-synaptik-allayateek/): Middle East hip hop icons The Synaptik and Felukah are teaming up once again for their new single ‘Allya’Teek.’ Following on from their debut collaboration ‘Nefsi,’ their new single pairs up Cairo via New York rapper Felukah and Palestinian/Jordanian artist The Synaptik on ‘Allya’Teek.’ Together, they’ve created an emotive hip hop track that has style and substance. And importantly, the collaboration once again gets to the heart of some vital issues in the Arab world. “This project is about polarities, identity and just about being raw, Arab and not ashamed of being yourself. It talks about how we can’t be ourselves...
- [IMDb Announces Top 10 New Television Shows of 2021 (So Far), as Determined by User Ratings](https://www.el-shai.com/imdb-announces-top-10-new-television-shows-of-2021/): IMDb, the world’s most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV, and celebrity content, unveiled the Top 10 New Television Shows of 2021 (so far), based on IMDb user ratings. In addition to the popular “best of the year” Top 10 lists IMDb reveals each December, its mid-year lists offer a sneak peek at breakout titles that have most resonated with IMDb users.  Loki, from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, tops this list, with additional series including Invincible (#2), It’s a Sin (#3), and Mare of Easttown (#4). IMDb ratings are determined by users who rate movies and TV shows on a 10-point scale. To rate any more...
- [وفقا لتقرير منظمة أوكسفام: يموت 11 شخصًا في الدقيقة بسبب الجوع](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%88%d9%81%d9%82%d8%a7-%d9%84%d8%aa%d9%82%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d9%85%d9%86%d8%b8%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%83%d8%b3%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%85-%d9%8a%d9%85%d9%88%d8%aa-11-%d8%b4%d8%ae%d8%b5%d9%8b%d8%a7/):  كشفت منظمة أوكسفام في يوم الجمعة، التاسع من يوليو الحالي أن هناك زيادة بمعدل ستة أضعاف في عدد الأفراد الذين يعانون من ظروف تقرب للمجاعة منذ بداية جائحة كورونا.  و أعلنت المنظمة أن هٌناك 11 شخص يموت في الدقيقة بسبب الجوع، و بذلك تجاوز معدل الوفيات بسبب فيروس كورونا الذي يعادل وفاة سبع أفراد في الدقيقة الواحدة. ما السبب وراء تفشي الجوع؟  لقد أوضح التقرير أن السبب الرئيسي لتفشي الجوع هو النزاع، و تعد سوريا واليمن من أكثر الدول التي تعاني من الجوع في العالم حيث يعاني 3 من كل 5 سوريين من الجوع أي أن 12.4 مليون شخص يواجهون حالات من...
- [Dr. Zahi Hawass announces a new surprise for those who are in love with the Egyptian Culture](https://www.el-shai.com/dr-zahi-hawass-egyptian-culture/): On July 11th, Dr. Zahi Hawass, the world-renowned Archaeologist and Former Minister of State for Antiques Affairs, surprised everyone with a new announcement. Still, this time, it’s not about new Egyptian discoveries. Instead, it’s a gift for Egyptians themselves, especially those fond of Egyptian culture.&nbsp; A post that went all over his social media platform, with the announcement of courses about learning &amp; speaking the old Egyptian language. The course is sponsored by Dr. Zahi Hawwas and the children institute.  What are these courses aiming for?&nbsp; These exclusive courses will be under the new campaigns ( Etakalm Masri- talk Egyptian) and...
- [Osama Elhady: How he's Getting Back on Track, 4 Years Later!](https://www.el-shai.com/osama-elhady-how-hes-getting-back-on-track-4-years-later/): It&#8217;s safe to say that Le3bet Newton was one of the most successful TV series in a while. We got to see many fresh faces through the series, and one of our favorites was Osama Elhady.&nbsp; But Osama Elhady isn&#8217;t a new face to the industry. He&#8217;s a multitalented man that we&#8217;ve seen in various works before.&nbsp; Osama Elhady is a singer, songwriter, and actor who started singing in 2008 and acting in 2017, and we believe he is getting his major break now. With his latest single, &#8220;Lessa feya Heel,&#8221; Osama Elhady is finally back to his roots, singing, after...
- [Rape Victim in Kafr El Sheik Battles for 12 Years to Get Basic Rights From Her Workplace](https://www.el-shai.com/rape-victim-kafr-el-sheik-battles-basic-rights/): Imagine hearing a story where a woman gets ganged raped, people see her and not help, then get fired from work for being raped. Sadly, you don&#8217;t have to imagine that, cause it&#8217;s a true story that happend in Kafr El Sheikh. Back in 2009, a woman who works for a medical insurance hospital in ‘Kafr El Sheikh’ was raped by three men on her way home from work. According to the story told by Malak Boghdady, a social media activist, the woman screamed for help, but no one came to her rescue. As if it weren’t bad enough what this...
- [Get Excited Because YouTube Shorts Finally Arrives in Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/get-excited-because-youtube-shorts-finally-arrives-in-egypt/): YouTube announced today the arrival of the beta version of YouTube Shorts in Egypt, the company’s new short-form video experience to create short, catchy videos from mobile phones. First announced in September 2020, YouTube has since expanded Shorts to 26 countries and will now be available across more than 100 countries &#8211; including countries in the Middle East and North Africa &#8211;&nbsp; where YouTube is available. While short-form videos were already viewable on the platform, people worldwide will access for the first time Shorts’ creation tools. The creation tools include a multi-segment camera to string multiple video clips together, the ability...
- [EA SPORTS Introduces FIFA 22 With Next-Gen HyperMotion Technology, and It's Exactly What you'd hope for!](https://www.el-shai.com/ea-sports-fifa-22-hypermotion-technology/): Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today introduced EA SPORTS™ FIFA 22, featuring next-gen HyperMotion technology that brings the football’s most realistic and immersive gameplay experience to life, in every match, and across every mode on next-gen consoles and Stadia.  FIFA 22&nbsp;will be available worldwide on October 1 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Origin™ and Steam, Stadia, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Now, what the hell is HyperMotion? Powered by HyperMotion, FIFA 22 combines Advanced 11v11 Match Capture and proprietary machine learning technology to deliver the most realistic, fluid, and responsive football experience for next-gen consoles and Stadia, unlocking the raw emotion, passion, and...
- [On 2021's World Population Day, here’s what you need to know about Egypt’s Population](https://www.el-shai.com/world-population-day-egypt-population/): Today marks the World Population Day, an annual reminder of global population issues and the challenges that humanity is facing due to overpopulation.&nbsp; Considering this, the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics in Egypt has announced last week, on July 5th, that Egypt’s population has increased by a million citizens within nine months and five days. Thus, the total population has reached 102 million.&nbsp; It is worth noting that the population is currently growing at a rate of 1.94%, a rate that adds around 2 million people to the population per year. According to the current projections, it’s expected that...
- [How did Lionel Messi Get his First International Title Just Now, and Why is It A Big Deal?](https://www.el-shai.com/lionel-messi-first-international-title/): If you are a Lionel Messi fan or a football fan in general, you must&#8217;ve watched Copa América. To those who don&#8217;t know, last night was the Copa América final between Brazil and Argentina. If you are not, which is probably why you&#8217;re getting your information from us, then we&#8217;ll fill you in on what happened, and why people are talking. First off, Argentina wins, but why is it such a big deal? What is Copa América? Copa América is the South American football tournament that determines South America&#8217;s champion. It is the oldest running football tournament in the world. The...
- [Osama El Hady Releases His Latest Music Video Lessa Feya Heel](https://www.el-shai.com/osama-el-hady-latest-music-video-lessa-feya-heel/): After a long hiatus for nearly four years, star Osama El Hady releases his latest music video, Lessa Feya Heel. Osama collaborates with music arranger Hudz. Produced by L’Arc Productions of Mohamed Faisal and Sherif Magdy, Lessa Feya Heel is written and composed by Osama El Hady, the music video director. Additionally, El Hady is collaborating with The Swaggers Hip-Hop and Street Dance crew. Commenting on the release of his new song, Osama El Hady says, “Lessa Feya Heel is the song that I worked on the most because it tells a specific story that I want to tell people, expressing...
- [Arab Cinema Center Announces Winners of the 5th Critics Awards for Arab Films](https://www.el-shai.com/winners-5th-critics-awards-for-arab-films/): Held within the events of the 74th Cannes Film Festival, Arab Cinema Center announced the winners of the 5th Critics Awards for Arab Films. &nbsp;This year, the international jury panel encompasses 160 film critics from 63 countries. The jurors will review the Arab films that have been produced in 2020 through the digital platform of Festival Scope, the ACC&#8217;s partner. Deborah Young, Manager of the Critics Awards for Arab Films, commented on that saying: “Although last year was hard on everyone, the Arab Cinema managed to provide a high-quality level of fiction and documentary films; making it hard to pick the...
- [Sudanese singer-songwriter Jindi comes out with a fresh vibe with his latest Single “HASSA” ](https://www.el-shai.com/sudanese-singer-songwriter-jindi-single-hassa/): Jindi, the Sudanese singer-songwriter bridges the gaps between cultures through his eclectically inspired sound in Dubai and beyond, and his music is the thread pulling the world together.  His voice resonates regardless of time zone, while his mix of 70’s Funk, Soul, Pop, RnB, Reggae, and Dancehall oozes infectious positive energy.  Jindi is recognized in the Middle East scene as he incorporates his influences into his songwriting and production, and he is known and praised for his outstanding live performances. Following on from the release of his debut EP, ‘1995’ in 2019, his single, ‘Dance Floor’ topped Pop charts in multiple...
- [Remembering the Legendary Omar El-Sherif, 6 Years After His Passing](https://www.el-shai.com/remembering-the-legendary-omar-el-sherif/): Today marks 6 years since the king of Egyptian and international cinema “Omar El-Sherif” passed away due to his sickness of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease and a tough heart attack, in this article, we tell you about details you may didn’t know about him and his life. Omar el-Sherif was born to a Melkite Catholic family of Lebanese descent who lived in Egypt. His family included very decent famous figures. Although his family was somehow not big, he was proud to say: “I’m from a Syrian family from Damascus, my father and mother are too.” He was born in the name of “Michel...
- [شركة دانا تستعرض جرأة مي مسحال السينمائية في ذكرى وفاتها الأولى](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%83%d8%a9-%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%aa%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%ac%d8%b1%d8%a3%d8%a9-%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7/): تميّزت بجرأتها، وأشاد بخبرتها السينمائية كل النجوم – المنتجة مي مسحال – وفي ذكرى وفاتها الأولى تستعرض شركة دانا للإنتاج والتوزيع السينمائي على حساباتها الرسمية بمواقع التواصل الاجتماعي فيديو يكشف جرأتها السينمائية في اختيار الممثلين، والمبدأ الذي تتبعه دائمًا وهو اكتشاف الشباب الصغار ومنحهم فرصة البطولة. وقد اشتهرت المنتجة مي مسحال بعد تأسيسها لشركة دانا للإنتاج والتوزيع السينمائي في مطلع التسعينات بخوض منافسات سينمائية من خلال المشاركة في مهرجانات كبيرة، حيث أطلقت فيلم ليه يا بنفسج كأولى إنتاجاتها، وليُصنّف ضمن أفضل 100 فيلم مصري في تاريخ السينما المصرية، ويحصد على العديد من الجوائز من بينها أفضل فيلم في مهرجان السينما العربية بباريس. كما منحت مي مسحال العديد من النجوم أدوارًا بطولية في أولى تجاربهم السينمائية، مثل النجم هاني رمزي، والذي شارك معها في أولى بطولاته من خلال فيلم فرقة بنات وبس، لتكرر معه التجربة في فيلم غبي منه فيه والذي...
- [Spotify Celebrates Nancy Ajram’s Latest Album, Nancy 10 in New York City](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-celebrates-nancy-ajram-in-new-york-city/): Spotify, the world&#8217;s most popular music streaming platform, continues to embark on international journeys for creators from the Middle East and North Africa, connecting them with existing and new audiences from all over the globe. That is why, in 2018, Spotify created its&nbsp;Arab Hub&nbsp;to celebrate and educate fans about the region’s diverse music cultures and Arab creators, including megastar Nancy Ajram. Now, on the heels of her newest album,&nbsp;Nancy 10,&nbsp;and to honour her leading influence on Arabic music to date, Nancy Ajram is lighting up Spotify’s Times Square billboard in New York City as the first Arabic singing female artist to...
- [6 Reasons Why Leh Laa?! 2 is the Talk of the Town](https://www.el-shai.com/6-reasons-why-leh-laa-2-is-the-talk-of-the-town/): In case you&#8217;ve been living under a rock, then you probably heard of the series Leh Laa?! The first season featured Amina Khalil and received mostly positive reviews. Now with season 2, and its new cast, the series is quickly becoming a fan favorite, and we might assume that it will be written down in history as one of the best series that shaped our society. Think we&#8217;re exaggerating? Hear us out. But first&#8230; What is Leh Laa?! 2 about anyways? Leh Laa (Why Not?) is an exclusive series on Shahid written by Mariam Naoum and Maryam Abu Auf. The second...
- [The Official Trailer of "Sweet Girl" Movie, Coming on Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/trailer-of-sweet-girl-movie-coming-on-netflix/): Devoted family man Ray Cooper, vows justice against the pharmaceutical company responsible for pulling a potentially life-saving drug from the market just before his wife (Adria Arjona) dies from cancer. But when his search for the truth leads to a deadly encounter that puts Ray and his daughter Rachel (Isabela Merced) in harm’s way, Ray’s mission turns into a quest for vengeance in order to protect the only family he has left. SWEET GIRL is directed by Brian Andrew Mendoza and stars Jason Momoa, Isabela Merced, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Adria Arjona, Raza Jaffrey, Justin Bartha, Lex Scott Davis, Michael Raymond-James and Amy...
- [Witchercon: A Look At All The Witcher Surprises and Exclusive Content Announced](https://www.el-shai.com/witchercon-a-look-at-all-the-witcher-announced/): Today, Netflix and CDPR partnered to host the first-ever WitcherCon event. Streamed globally via YouTube and Twitch, the event featured a number of interactive panels with The Witcher talent including Henry Cavill, Anya Chalotra, Freya Allan, Mimî M Khayisa, Paul Bullion, Lauren Schmidt Hissrich, and Declan de Barra. As well as panels, the event included special short-form content, musical interludes, and a host of exclusive surprises and never-before-seen insights from The Witcher live-action series and forthcoming anime feature. The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf Netflix announced that the animated prequel&nbsp;Nightmare of the Wolf&nbsp;will debut on August 23rd, which follows the life...
- [Who Was Jehan El-Sadat, and Why Was She Important to Egyptian History?](https://www.el-shai.com/jehan-el-sadat-important-in-egyptian-history/): Former Egyptian First Lady Jehan El-Sadat, wife of former president Anwar Sadat, has died aged 88, according to a statement by the Egyptian Presidency today. The former first lady was in the hospital for two weeks due to her deteriorating health condition and was then later admitted to intensive care. “With great sadness and sorrow, Egypt mourns Jehan Al Sadat, wife of late President Anwar Mohamed Al Sadat, the hero of peace and war,” Presidency Spokesperson Bassam Rady said in a statement on Friday. He added that Jehan had supported her husband throughout the historic victory of the October War in...
- [Egyptian Psychiatric Association launches a campaign to raise awareness about depression and encourages getting help](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-psychiatric-association-depression/): Eksar El-Ekte2ab is a campaign created by the Egyptian Psychiatric Association to raise awareness on the challenges of living with depression by taking the time to understand more about the different types of depression and encourage people to get support. According to recent studies, 25 percent of the Egyptian population is suffering from mental health-related problems. And 20%-30% of patients suffer from treatment-resistant depression, of whom 50% are not diagnosed correctly due to lack of knowledge of the disease and its severity. The campaign is also providing many ways of help, such as therapy centers, psychiatrists, and posting videos by professionals...
- [علا رشدي تشارك بـوجهة مظر في فعالية مدرسة الدلتا الأميركية بالمنصورة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7-%d8%b1%d8%b4%d8%af%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%b4%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%83-%d8%a8%d9%80%d9%88%d8%ac%d9%87%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b8%d8%b1-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%81%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9/): سافرت النجمة&nbsp;علا&nbsp;رشدي إلى المنصورة، للمشاركة في فعالية وجهة مظر&nbsp;في&nbsp;التعليم&nbsp;الدولي&nbsp;وفروقات&nbsp;التعليم&nbsp;والتي نظمتها&nbsp;مدرسة&nbsp;الدلتا&nbsp;الأميركية، بنادي&nbsp;جزيرة&nbsp;الورد&nbsp;بالمنصور، حيث تحدثت عن دور التربية وصعوباتها للأطفال في المدراس الدولية، وذلك في حضور د.&nbsp;أنجي&nbsp;شلبي&nbsp;مستشار لصعوبات التعليم والإرشاد الطلابي، ود.&nbsp;أحمد&nbsp;لطفي&nbsp;المستشار الأكاديمي لمجموعة الربوة، وأ&nbsp;أسماء&nbsp;ربيع&nbsp;رئيسة مجلس أدارة المدرسة، وأيضًا أ&nbsp;طارق&nbsp;عبد&nbsp;الهادي&nbsp;رئيس مجلس أدارة&nbsp;نادي&nbsp;جزيرة&nbsp;الورد. وعن مشاركتها في الفعالية وبرنامجها&nbsp;وجهة&nbsp;مظر، قالت&nbsp;علا&nbsp;رشدي&nbsp;&#8220;أردت أن أشارك الأمهات مشوار التربية، كنت أشعر بأنني بمفردي من يواجه هذه التحديات، ولكن مع الفيديوهات اكتشفت أن الكثير من الأمهات تواجهن نفس التحديات، لذلك قررت إطلاق موسم ثانٍ للتطرق إلى موضوعات هامة مع الفنانات لنكشف تحدياتهن كأمهات&#8221;. كما أكدت&nbsp;علا&nbsp;رشدي&nbsp;على ضرورة تغيير طريقة التربية مع اختلاف سن الأطفال، فكل سن ومرحلة له طريقة مختلفة،...
- [Dwayne Jonson And Ryan Reynolds Star In One Of The Most Anticipated Netflix Films This Year, RED NOTICE](https://www.el-shai.com/dwayne-jonson-ryan-reynolds-netflix-red-notice/): Hold your breath, because Dwyane Johnson just announced his new movie alongside Ryan Renolds, “Red Notice”, which will be released on Netflix on November 12th. Red Notice is an action movie that has been in plan for a while now, and it is about two people who make the most wanted list, Renolds being one of them. While Johnson plays the “good guy” in the movie and is part of the FBI and will be the main actor looking for Renolds and the female art thief. The movie both written and directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber was too expensive so Netflix...
- [How did Zeinab Ghareeb's Harassment Incident Unfold? Here're the "Lessons Learned"](https://www.el-shai.com/how-did-zeinab-ghareeb-harassment-incident-unfold/): Actress Zeinab Ghareeb, one of &#8220;B100 Wesh&#8221; stars, recently shared her sexual harassment story on her Instagram page.&nbsp;Lucky for her, her harasser was held accountable legally, though it&#8217;s debatable whether his sentencing was enough or not. But let us unfold everything that happened with Zeinab Ghareeb and try to analyze it, in case you need to drag your harasser to court as well. What happened, and how did Zeinab Ghareeb deal with it? Long story short, Zeinab Ghareeb noticed a man, a veterinarian, following her at 9 AM in West El Balad. When she turned around, she saw that he had...
- [Palm Hills Club Hosts the Rafa Nadal Academy’s Camp on its Tennis Courts](https://www.el-shai.com/palm-hills-club-hosts-rafa-nadal-academys-camp/): Palm Hills Club has contributed to shaping the talented Egyptian youth to take their very first step towards this dream by establishing a major milestone to develop their capabilities through dedicating its field to host the one and only Rafa Nadal Academy’s six-day training camp. Rafa Nadal Academy&#8216;s camp is taking place for the first time in Egypt, therefore it was graced by the Spanish Counsel General Gonzalo Munoz. Furthermore, this camp would greatly contribute to preparing the upcoming generation to occupy advanced positions in international ranking in the future. The camp aims to focus on bracing the future generations of...
- [Omneeyat Loves Talent : Global stars team up to find superstar singers, comedians, and actors across the MENA region](https://www.el-shai.com/omneeyat-loves-talent-global-stars-find-superstar/): Global superstars including Arab film and TV queen Takla Chamoun, Star Academy Arabia singer Léa Makhoul and Hollywood comedian Ahmed Ahmed have teamed up to find the next generation of talents. They’re the judges behind the brand new Omneeyat Loves Talent competition, which aims to find up-and-coming singers, actors, and comics in the Middle East. The online show is open to contestants aged 16 and above and is going to be broadcast across the Middle East. Not only that but the show will be hosted by Middle East TV star Jad Bou Karam of OHMYJAD fame. Omneeyat Loves Talent will be...
- [UAE’s Al Qamzi Developments to inject EGP14bn investments to Egypt in 4 years](https://www.el-shai.com/uae-al-qamzi-developments-investments-egypt/): Al Qamzi Developments unveiled its strategic expansion plan in the Egyptian market and the injection of investments worth EGP14bn in the span of 4 years. Al Qamzi Developments, according to chairperson Abdullah Al Qamzi, has started already the implementation of its expansion strategy in the Egyptian market, as it is set to launch two projects in New Cairo and North Coast and seeks to obtain a plot of land in the New Administrative Capital in the span of 4 years. Al Qamzi Developments is a United Arab Emirates-based entity that was founded back in 1997 and specialized in contracting and executed...
- [رحلة في عالم سارة عبد الرحمن و دورها في ليه لا 2 و الناحية النفسية في شغلها و حياتها](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%87-%d9%84%d8%a7-2-%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%84%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d8%a8%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%85%d9%86-%d9%88-%d8%af%d9%88/): &nbsp;النهاردة جت لنا الفرصة اننا نقعد مع سارة عبد الرحمن &#8220;ابنة الانترنت&#8221;،&nbsp; و ندردش معاها شوية عن دورها في الموسم الثاني من مسلسل ليه لا الي بيتعرض دلوقتي على شاهد و واخد حيز كبير أوي من النقاشات و الآراء على السوشال ميديا. سارة عبد الرحمن شخص عنده مواهب كثير&nbsp; و بتعمل حاجات عظيمة&nbsp; حكت لنا عنها ، و خدتنا في رحلة في عالمها الداخلي و مشوارها الفني و الإبداعي.&nbsp;&nbsp; بجانب انها ممثلة مسرح و تلفزيون و أفلام مصرية فهي برضو صانعة محتوى على الانترنت ، و ناشطة على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي و بتشارك على طول في دعم قضايا المرأة، و شخصية...
- [Arab Cinema Center at Cannes Film Festival for the 7th Year in a Row](https://www.el-shai.com/arab-cinema-center-cannes-film-festival-7th-year/): Accompanied by 10 of its partners of institutions, companies and festivals, the Arab Cinema Center (ACC) will launch its intensive activities at the Cannes Film Festival (July 6 -17) for the seventh year in a row. The activities of the Arab Cinema Center and its partners vary between participations in the festival&#8217;s particolored programs and sections, releasing the 14th edition of the Arab Cinema Magazine, as well as revealing the 101 Most Influential Personalities in the Arab Film Industry. The partners who will join the ACC at the Festival include (in alphabetical order):  Arab Radio &amp; Television (ART) (Saudi Arabia) Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF)...
- [Uber offers free vaccination rides to Cairo International Convention Center as part of global pledge](https://www.el-shai.com/uber-cairo-international-convention-center/): Uber announced offering free trips for riders looking to receive COVID-19 vaccination in Cairo, in support of the government’s efforts to contain the virus. Each rider will be offered 2 free Uber rides, up to EGP 100 each, to and from Egypt’s largest vaccination center located at the Cairo International Convention Center. The initiative is valid until August 5th.&nbsp; This comes as part of Uber’s global pledge (Move What Matters) to facilitate 10 million free or discounted rides to support those who want to get the vaccination, and in support of the public authorities and cities as they work to fight...
- [Cameron Herrin: How Beauty Privilege Can Make You Get Away with Murder](https://www.el-shai.com/cameron-herrin-beauty-privilege-get-away-murder/): While scrolling on&nbsp;social media, you’ve probably come across pictures of a young man with blue eyes, wearing a suit and a black mask, standing in a law court.&nbsp; But who is Cameron Herrin? What did Cameron Herren do? and why’s he going viral?  Cameron Herrin is a 21-year-old man&nbsp;guilty of killing the 24-year-old mother, Jessica Reisinger Raubenolt, and her 21-month-old daughter Lillia Raubenolt. He was street racing in 2018, and now he’s facing a 24- year sentence.&nbsp; Cameron Herrin car accident details: According to investigations, Herrin was driving over 160 kph when he hit the mother and her daughter.  He pleaded...
- [Building on the Global Success of its Prequel - The Boss Baby: Family Business Is Full of Comedy and Adventure!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-boss-baby-family-business-is-full-of-comedy/): Taking place four years after the global success of its prequel, The Boss Baby is back with a new sequel The Boss Baby: Family Business that is released in Egyptian theatres by Four Star Films. In this sequel, a new boss baby will use a brand-new strategy to bring together the Templeton brothers who have now become adults and are no longer together. Previously, the film’s first installment The Boss Baby: Back in Business was nominated for the 2018 Oscars&#8217; Best Animated Feature category and generated $ 528 million in the worldwide box office. Directed by Tom McGrath and written by...
- [Google launches ‘Grow My Store’ in Arabic for MENA retailers](https://www.el-shai.com/google-grow-my-store-in-arabic-mena-retailers/): Google launched today ‘Grow My Store’ tool in Arabic (Link) and English (Link) for retailers operating in the Middle East and North Africa. This free tool guides local businesses to improve their digital storefront, grow customer traffic and optimize online customer experience to successfully complete further transactions. Retailers can enter their website URL into the ‘Grow My Store’ tool to receive a customized assessment report and an overall score supported by industry benchmarks. This in addition to consumer trends and actionable tips to improve their sites including what type of product information to display online. Those recommendations are market-specific, and are...
- [عودة مهرجان الموسيقي في خليج العقبة مع معين شريف وباقة من النجوم الاستعراضية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%88%d8%af%d8%a9-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%82%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%ae%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%ac-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d9%82%d8%a8%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b9/): لى مدار عدة أعوام تألقت منطقة طابا بمحافظة جنوب سيناء بوجود نخبة من أهم نجوم الغناء مثل شيرين عبد الوهاب ونجوى كرم جورج وسوف، وائل جسار، فارس كرم، معين شريف، رامي صبري وآخرين، وذلك من خلال مهرجان طابا للموسيقى الذي أسسه السيد عماد الطرابيشى الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة البوابة للتنمية والاستثمار السياحي والذي ساعد في توعية وزيادة التنشيط السياحي في منطقة طابا وتصدر قائمة أكثر الشخصيات تأثيرا في مجال السياحة على مستوى منطقة خليج العقبة بجنوب سيناء. وقال السيد/عماد الطرابيشي ان وجود أنشطة متنوعة تساعد بشكل كبير وفعال في زيادة الإشغال والتنمية المستدامة في المنطقة بشكل عام ومن ثم البدء في الانتقال...
- [Actor Ahmed Hatem Breaks a Guinness World Record in Swimming](https://www.el-shai.com/actor-ahmed-hatem-breaks-a-guinness-world-record-in-swimming/): Aside from his glamorous acting career, Ahmed Hatem has achieved a new milestone in the world of sports. Through being part of Egypt’s national swimming team, Ahmed Hatem broke the Guinness World Records 100 x 50 m Swimming Relay. The event is organized by Spoctane, in collaboration with the Egyptian Swimming Federation, Egypt’s Ministry of Youth and Sports, and New Giza Sports Club. Egypt’s national team, which includes 100 swimmers from different Egyptian cities, took part in the Fastest 100 x 50 m Swimming Relay competition, which is held by the Guinness World Records. Previously, in 2019, the fastest 100 x...
- [Sherif El Hotabiy is to release his first novel “The Merchant” at Cairo International Book Fair](https://www.el-shai.com/sherif-el-hotabiyl-the-merchant/): Media figure Sherif El Hotabiy is to participate in Cairo International Book Fair’s 52nd round with his first novel in the English language titled “The Merchant”, The novel was initially released in May 2021 by ElSaid Publishing House and reached readers through a number of digital platforms. Sherif El Hotabiy expressed his gratitude and excitement to be participating in the Cairo International Book Fair, the biggest and most significant book fair in the Middle East. Sherif El Hotabiy added that the long-awaited novel took around 11 years to finish, five of which were spent in preparation and background studies, while the...
- [رواية "كل ما أعرف" لأول مرة في معرض الكتاب](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%83%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%a3%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81-%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%a8/): يصدر خلال معرض القاهرة الدولي للكتاب رواية &#8220;كل ما أعرف&#8221; للروائي &#8220;علي قطب&#8221; عن &#8220;دار العين للنشر&#8221;، وتدور الرواية حول غدير التي تجد نفسها داخل دائرة لا تنتهي من الخيانات، لذا تقرر البدء من جديد والخروج من علاقاتها بلا خسائر، في الوقت الذي تنهار فيه حياة رجالها الثلاث. ومن أجواء الرواية كل ما أعرف: أصمت للحظات حتى أذكر ما حدث بعد ذلك، إن كنت تريد الدقة الكاملة في الحَكْي فسأصمت وأتركك تدعو رَبَّ المواقف ليمنحك بصيرة المعرفة لترى ماذا حدث فعلًا. هناك خيار آخر للمعرفة يا صديقي، فقط أَمهلني دقائق أرتب فيها الأحداث لتبدو واقعية، تزعجك كلمة تبدو، أعرف جيدًا أنك...
- [Bassel Ghandour's "The Alleys" World Premiere at the Piazza Grande of the Locarno Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/bassel-ghandours-the-alleys-locarno-festival/): Jordanian film The Alleys, by Bassel Ghandour, will compete in the Piazza Grande section of the 74th Locarno Festival (4-14 August). The film will be screened at the iconic Piazza Grande, an enormous outdoor screen in the middle of a Renaissance square that can accommodate up to 8,000 viewers. The Alleys will be the first Jordanian feature film to ever compete at the festival, and will be the first Arab film to participate in the Piazza Grande since Youssef Chahine’s film Destiny in 2008, which was screened in his honor. The Alleys will compete for the Variety Piazza Grande Award, which...
- [Streams by Mehdi Hmili to World Premiere in the Locarno Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/streams-by-mehdi-hmili-the-locarno-film-festival/): Tunisian film Streams, by Mehdi Hmili, will land its world premiere at the Locarno Film Festival, Switzerland (4-14 August) where it will compete for six awards within the Filmmakers of the Present (Concorso Cineasti del presente) competition. The Filmmakers of the Present (Concorso Cineasti del presente) competition is one of the festival’s most remarkable competitions that is dedicated to emerging directors from all over the world and showcases their first and second films. It presents 15 world premieres of feature films and documentaries that compete for the following awards: Golden Leopard for Best Film, Special Jury prize, Best Emerging Director, Swatch...
- [الشعب المصري يحتفل بذكرى ٣٠ يونيو على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%b9%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%b0%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%89-%d9%a3%d9%a0-%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%88-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d9%85/): احتفالاً بذكرى ٣٠ يونيو، تصدر هاشتاج ٣٠ يونيو إرادة شعب، تريند رقم واحد في مصر على موقع التواصل الاجتماعي &#8220;تويتر&#8221;، وذلك من خلال الشعب المصري الذي يحتفل بذكرى ٣٠ يونيو، وتذكر الشعب المصري تفاصيل لعظم ثورة في تاريخ مصر والتي أسفرت عن تولى سيادة الرئيس عبد الفتاح السيسي حكم البلاد، وقام بنهضة البلاد، وقام ببناء جيل قوي قادر على مواجهة التحديات التي تواجه الوطن. وخلال الاحتفال بذكرى ٣٠ يونيو قاوأشار الرئيس السيسي إلى أن مصر استعادت بثورة 30 يونيو هويتها الوطنية وصوب بها شعبها العظيم إلى أن مصر استعادت بثورة 30 يونيو هويتها الوطنية وصوب بها شعبها العظيم مساره.
- [مَن يحرقن الليل يحصل على تنويه خاص في مهرجان بالم سبرينجز السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%8e%d9%86-%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%b1%d9%82%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%b3%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%ac%d8%b2-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6/): في منافسة مع 300 فيلم آخر من مختلف أنحاء العالم، حصل فيلم مَن يحرقن الليل للمخرجة سارة مسفر والمنتجة جواهر العامري على تنويه خاص من لجنة الحكام في مهرجان بالم سبرينجز السينمائي الدولي، والذي يعد واحدًا من أهم المهرجانات السينمائية للأفلام القصيرة وكان من يحرقن الليل قد شارك مؤخرا في مهرجان الفيلم العربي في تورنتو، وحصل على تنوية خاص من لجنة تحكيم مسابقة سينما الغد للأفلام القصيرة وذلك بعد منافسته في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي بدورته الـ 42. بجانب مشاركته مؤخرًا في احتفالية ليالي السينما السعودية التي أعلن مهرجان البحر الأحمر السينمائي الدولي عن استضافتها على مدى يومين في موڤي سينما...
- [CAIRO FILM CONNECTION OPENS CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-film-connection-opens-call-for-submissions/): The 43rd edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) today announced that the Cairo Film Connection (CFC), the co-production market is now open for submissions until August 5, 2021. Now in its 8th year, the Cairo Film Connection (December 4 through 6) has successfully provided funding (with more than 600 thousands USD over the past three years),&nbsp;partnership opportunities and support to more than 120 Arab filmmakers to date. Among them Yousry Nasrallah, Kaouther Ben Hania, Sameh Alaa, Mehdi Barsaoui, Bassel Ghandour, Haider Rashid, Mayye Zayed, etc. CIFF’s President, writer-producer Mohamed Hefzy explained: “Despite all the challenges the industry have gone through,...
- [Expo 2020 Dubai and City Football Group kick-off partnership to promote next World Expo through Manchester City, Mumbai City FC](https://www.el-shai.com/expo-2020-dubai-manchester-city-mumbai-city-fc/): Expo 2020 Dubai and City Football Group have kicked off a new partnership that will see the largest event in the Arab world become the Official Exhibition Partner of English Premier League champions Manchester City. Under the partnership, which builds on the universal appeal of football to drive awareness of Expo 2020 around the world, Expo 2020 will also become the Official Partner of Indian Super League champions Mumbai City FC. From 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022, Expo 2020 Dubai will be an unmissable global experience, welcoming more than 190 countries and providing a launchpad for a dynamic and...
- [Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities Opens The Big 5 Construct Egypt 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/minister-of-housing-the-big-5-construct-egypt-2021/): Dr. Assem El Gazzar, Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, officially inaugurated the third edition of The Big 5 Construct Egypt at the Cairo International Convention Centre (CICC). Supported by the Ministry of Housing, Utilities &amp; Urban Communities, Egypt’s most important event connecting the construction industry is open to visiting professionals until 29 June 2021 &#8211; providing a safe platform where the community can reconnect, revitalize business activities, and rebuild partnerships, all by meeting face-to-face. Opening keynotes took place this morning at the inaugural and highly anticipated The Big 5 Egypt Leadership Conference, which runs alongside the exhibition.&nbsp; Over three...
- [Egypt’s Minly raises a $3.6 million Seed round](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-minly-raises-a-3-6-million-seed-round/): Minly, a platform empowering stars to create authentic, personalized connections with their fans across the Mena region, has closed an oversubscribed $3.6 million seed round co-led by 4DX Ventures, B&amp;Y Venture Partners, and Global Ventures. The round also included participation from other leading regional funds and a cast of highly strategic angel investors, including Scooter Braun (founder of SB Projects), WndrCo (Anthony Saleh and Jeffrey Katzenberg), Jason Finger (founder of Seamless / Grubhub), Arieh Mimran (Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of to.org, and CIO of Groupe Mimran), and Tamim Jabr (Executive Director for International Investments at Kingdom Holding Co). “Minly is...
- [Hilton Alexandria King’s Ranch Celebrates Hilton’s Global Week of Engagement](https://www.el-shai.com/hilton-alexandria-kings-ranch-celebrates-hiltons-global-week-of-engagement/): Marking the annual occasion when all Hilton hotels around the world dedicate a week to show special appreciation to their key business partners and long-term guests, Hilton Alexandria King’s Ranch hosted a lavish gala in celebration of Hilton’s Global Week of Engagement – with all the precautionary measure taken into consideration to ensure the safety and well-being of guests and Team Members. The event was held by the longest pool in Alexandria, where Hilton’s representatives had the chance to showcase the enhanced solutions offered to hotel guests to ensure their well-being and peace of mind. Hilton Alexandria King’s Ranch Celebrates Hilton’s...
- [Travelers Can Now Enter Egypt Without PCR if they're Fully Vaccinated](https://www.el-shai.com/travelers-can-now-enter-egypt-without-pcr-if-theyre-fully-vaccinated/): On Thursday, the Egyptian Ministry of Health announced that Egypt would allow travelers who have received full doses of approved Coronavirus vaccines to enter without taking a (PCR) test. All passengers traveling to Egypt from anywhere should provide a negative PCR test performed 72 hours before departure. However, vaccination certificates could be provided instead. Travelers must provide certificates that include a QR Code stating that they have received full doses of one of the six “Covid-19” vaccines approved by Egypt and the World Health Organization at least two weeks before their arrival from the following vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Sinopharm, Sinovac,...
- [The Sims 4 Sets the Stage This Summer With Sims Sessions, an All-New In-Game Music Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/the-sims-4-sims-sessions-in-game-music-festival/): Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Maxis™ today announced Sims Sessions* – an in-game music festival taking place exclusively in the ever-popular life simulation game, The Sims™ 4 from June 29-July 7. Two-time Grammy-nominated pop star Bebe Rexha returns to The Sims and will perform in Simlish as Glass Animals’ lead singer Dave Bayley and singer, songwriter, and producer Joy Oladokun also take to the in-game stage to open the virtual show. THE SIMS TO DELIVER CAN’T-MISS DIGITAL MUSIC EXPERIENCES IN-GAME AND ON TIKTOK The Sims&nbsp;has partnered with nearly 500 artists since 2004 to record their songs in the iconic language of Simlish for millions of...
- [9 Best Home Cleaning and Organization Hacks](https://www.el-shai.com/9-best-home-cleaning-and-organization-hacks/): Out of ideas? Apply these 9 home cleaning and organization hacks to spice up your life a little bit and help save time. Spending that time with your family is fun, don’t you think? 1. Don’t Forget the Doormat When it comes to trapping dirt, use two doormats-one outside and another inside. When your boots are covered in salt and snow, this trick can be especially handy to clean them. Keep the mess at bay by regularly cleaning the mats. 2. Combine Multiple Tasks You can accomplish two tasks at once by cleaning similar areas at the same time. The owner...
- [Cone it in Summer: 11 of the Best Places for Ice Cream in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/cone-it-in-summer-best-ice-cream-in-egypt/): In this hot weather, one needs to grab a cold ice cream cone to humidify the heart. Here&#8217;re some of the best ice cream shops near you! #1 Dara&#8217;s Ice Cream Its located at Zamalek, Galleria 40 in El Shiekh Zayed, and El Maadi. This place is famous for its delicious flavours, its delicious Belgian chocolate, and cookies chopped on the ice cream. Prices:&nbsp;35 egp for the cup. From 35 to 70 egp for the cone and Belgian chocolate on it, and 105 egp for the extra cookies. #2 Gelato Mio Its located at el Zamalek, Heliopolis, and El Maadi; It&#8217;s...
- [Why you need to support Britney Spears and the #freebritney movement](https://www.el-shai.com/support-britney-spears-freebritney-movement/): Imagine when one of the world&#8217;s most famous people can&#8217;t live her life because of a conservatorship that happened 13 years ago when she had a public mental breakdown, now what would happen to regular women with mental illnesses? Sadly, this is the reality for Britney Spears. For the younger folks, Britney Spears&#8217; life was the main talk of the media when she was facing a custody battle with her ex-husband for their two kids. The media shamed and attacked her daily, which led to her very public mental breakdown. Since then, her father was granted control over her affairs by...
- [Don't Look Up Trailer: A Look at Netflix's Highly-Anticipated All-Star Cast Comedy Movie](https://www.el-shai.com/dont-look-up-trailer-netflix/): While we all can agree that 2021 wasn&#8217;t one of the best years, Netflix might just end for us with what could potentially be one of the best comedy movies of our time; Don&#8217;t Look Up. The all-star cast movie, Don&#8217;t Look Up, will feature Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Rob Morgan, Jonah Hill, Mark Rylance, Tyler Perry, Timothée Chalamet, Ron Perlman, Ariana Grande, Scott Mescudi, Himesh Patel, Melanie Lynskey, Michael Chiklis, Tomer Sisley with Cate Blanchett and Meryl Streep. The Story of Don&#8217;t Look Up: Kate Dibiasky (Jennifer Lawrence), an astronomy grad student, and her professor Dr. Randall Mindy (Leonardo DiCaprio)...
- [Spotify Celebrates Wrapped 2020 Most Streamed Artist, Wegz Ahead of His Birthday](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-celebrates-most-streamed-artist-wegz/): Ahead of his 23rd birthday, Spotify is celebrating Wrapped 2020’s most-streamed artist, Wegz. Having grown exponentially over the past two years, he is now one of the most prominent trap artists in the region and a regular name on the charts. Wegz’s releases are yearned for by his fans. Globally, his most-streamed tracks by Spotify listeners are “Asyad El Soot ft. LZHYMR”, “Khod W Hat ft. L5VAV”, “3afareet El Asfalt”, “Msh Fair”, and “Dorak Gai”. As one of Egypt&#8217;s hottest exports, Wegz&#8217;s influence can be seen outside of his home country. Along with Egypt, the United States, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and...
- [Twitter Communities:  How the New Feature will be Connecting you to More People](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-communities-connecting-you-to-more-people/): There’s always been a broad, weird and wonderful range of conversations on Twitter, but the platform has been missing a simple way to connect people who are into the same things. And now, that’s changing. Starting today, Twitter is testing Communities, a way to easily find and connect with people who want to talk about the same things. Tweet to your Community Some conversations aren’t for everyone, just the people who want to talk about a particular topic. When people join a Community, they can Tweet directly to that group instead of to all their followers. Only members in the same...
- [‎الإعلان الرسمي لفيلم عروستي](https://www.el-shai.com/%e2%80%8e%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b3%d8%aa%d9%8a/): ‎اظبطوا ساعة الصفر يوم 22/9 عشان هنلعب عروستي! 😉 فيلم درامي رومانسي كوميدي عن علاقة شاب وفتاة وانطباع كل منهما عن فكرة العلاقة بين الرجل والمرأة وعن فكرة الزواج. ﺇﺧﺮاﺝ: محمد بكير (مخرج) ﺗﺄﻟﻴﻒ: مصطفى البربري (مؤلف) طاقم العمل: أحمد حاتم, جميلة عوض, محمود البزاوي, صابرين, زينب غريب
- [Carlos Queiroz Announced as Egypt's New Head Coach; Here's What You Need To Know About Him](https://www.el-shai.com/carlos-queiroz-egypts-new-head-coach/): The Egyptian FA has confirmed that Carlos Queiroz will be the new manager of the national team. Now here is everything you need to know about Carlos Queiroz Carlos Queiroz, who is 68, started his coaching career in 1989 with the Portugal youth team. Then he coached the first Portugal national team and then Sporting Lisbon until 1996. In 1998, he authored the Q-Report, which detailed plans to enhance footballer development in the United States. He also coached the UAE national team, the South African national team, and the Iran national team. He also worked as an assistant coach at Manchester United...
- [Kadim Al Sahir to lift Curtain on Expo 2020 Dubai’s Infinite Nights series, with a Stellar line-up of music across six months](https://www.el-shai.com/kadim-al-sahir-expo-2020-dubais-infinite-nights/): A star-studded line-up of global and regional performers will headline Expo 2020 Dubai, with Arab singing sensation Kadim Al Sahir kickstarting the spectacular Infinite Nights series on 15 October. Infinite Nights will thrill audiences both physically and digitally, uniting the world through the power of music with a host of celebrated artists performing live from Al Wasl Plaza, with the concerts shared to a global audience*. These innovative ‘phygital’ experiences, featuring state-of-the-art entertainment technology, will see several top-tier artists bring their unique energy, creativity, vision and values to the mega-event, complementing Expo’s subthemes of Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability. Al Wasl Plaza...
- [Film Director Khaled Youssef is Back in Egypt After 2 Years, and We Got Some Questions](https://www.el-shai.com/film-director-khaled-youssef-is-back-in-egypt/): In his films, Khaled Youssef always addressed authoritarianism, lack of social justice, poverty, religious intolerance, corruption, restrictions on the freedom of thoughts and opinion, and sexual violence in the Egyptian and Arab communities. Then, suddenly, the celebrated director was a sham, and he left Egypt. 2 years later, he&#8217;s back and is addressing all the scandals he faced. But first, let us recap everything that happened with Khaled Youssef over the years. Let&#8217;s know more about Khaled Youssef Khaled Youssef is an Egyptian director and Politician. His films are noted for their use of improvisation and a realistic cinéma vérité style....
- [Amira Film receives a Standing Ovation in its World Premiere at the 78th Venice International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/amira-film-premiere-venice-film-festival/): In the presence of Saba Mubarak and Tarra Abboud, Amira film’s world premiere received a standing ovation and garnered immense acclaim from the audiences at the 78th Venice International Film Festival (Sep.1-11). Directed by Mohamed Diab, the Amira film is competing in the festival’s Orizzonti competition. Amira, a 17-year-old Palestinian, was conceived with the smuggled sperm of her imprisoned father, Nawar. Although their relationship since birth has been restricted to prison visits, he remains her hero. His absence in her life is overcompensated with love and affection from those surrounding her. But when a failed attempt to conceive another child reveals...
- [A 10-year-old Disabled Girl was Murdered by Uncle as Human Sacrifice in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/10-year-old-murdered-human-sacrifice-egypt/): The village of Sheikh Ismail, affiliated to Akhmim district, Sohag governorate in Upper Egypt, witnessed a horrific crime that claimed the victim of a mentally and physically disabled child at the hands of her uncle and his wife. The child was murdered as a human sacrifice as requested by a dajjal (witchdoctor) who said he&#8217;ll help the couple find a hidden treasure. According to Sky News, a security source revealed the details of the horrific incident. He said that the security services received a report from the mother of Shaima, a 10 years old who suffers from brain atrophy, leaving her...
- [Monoclonal antibody treatment combo reduces hospitalization among high-risk patients with COVID-19](https://www.el-shai.com/monoclonal-antibody-treatment-combo-covid-19/): In an observational study, Mayo Clinic researchers report that the combination of casirivimab and imdevimab ― two monoclonal antibody treatments under Food and Drug Administration emergency use authorization ― keep high-risk patients out of the hospital when infected with mild to moderate COVID-19. The findings appear in The Lancet&#8217;s EClinicalMedicine. Nearly 1,400 Mayo Clinic patients were enrolled in the study ― 696 who received the drug combo between December 2020 and early April and an equal matched cohort who did not receive it. Their status was evaluated at 14, 21 and 28 days after treatment. At each point, the numbers for...
- [On National Day of Theatre: Remembering the Martyrs of the Beni Suef Fire](https://www.el-shai.com/national-day-of-theatre-martyrs-beni-suef-fire/): Today marks the On National Day of Theatre. Sadly, on this day, 15 years ago, on the 5th of September, 2005, one of the worst tragedies happened that took the lives of 50 creatives at the Bani Suef Fire. The first took the vies of 50 authors, directors, critics, and actors, fell victim to a tragedy. This fire shook the cultural milieu in general and the theatrical milieu in particular. On the day of the tragedy, the play &#8220;Who am I?/Man Ana?&#8221; was screening. However, the play&#8217;s director decided to present his show in the Fine Art Hall instead of presenting...
- [ملخص مشاكل شيكابالا مع اتحاد الكرة: قال ايه مع  عمرو اديب؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%b5-%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%b4%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%b1/): خناقات الكورة مبتخلصش و التعصب مستمر بسبب سوء التنظيم و التصرف وقت الازمات. طب ايه اخر مشاكل الكورة؟ ايه اللي خلا الناس تتكلم فجأة عن شيكابالا تاني؟  ايه ملخص الموضوع؟ يلا نشوف  اطراف المشكلة و بدايتها 1- هو الكابتن محمود عبد الرازق شيكابالا كابتن و قائد فريق الكرة لنادي الزمالك و بيلعب في نادي الزمالك بقالو اكتر من 18 سنة. 2- الاستاذ احمد مجاهد رئيس اتحاد الكرة اللي مسؤول عن تنظيم مسابقات الكرة في مصر 3- مراقب المباراة اللي كل دوره انه يشوف الاحداث اللي بتحصل اثناء الماتش و يكتبها في تقرير عشان يقدمه لاتحاد الكرة بعد كل ماتش و على...
- [7 Things you Should Know About Salem Express; The Real Tragic Story Behind Mako](https://www.el-shai.com/7-things-know-about-salem-express-mako/): The film Mako has been breaking the Egyptian box office numbers, and everyone seems to be talking about it. While Mako is an entertaining movie to watch, sadly, the story that inspired the film was extremely tragic. The story of the MV Salem Express. MV Salem Express was a boat that operated for 25 years, with different owners, names, and routes. So yeah, it is impressive for a ship to operate for nearly a quarter-century, which is worth becoming an international media trend that is unforgettable till now. But good things always come to an end. After 25 years of glory,...
- [The Viral "Marry Me with No Dowry" Campaign; What is the Real Story?](https://www.el-shai.com/marry-me-with-no-dowry-campaign/): In most recent news, the hashtag ‘marry me with no dowry’ has invaded Arab Twitter. The viral hashtag was thought to be a campaign started by Lebanese feminist activists to try and ease marriage conditions and solve the issue of ‘spinsterhood’ in Lebanon. But is this the case of the &#8220;Marry Me with No Dowry&#8221; Campaign? Several photos of Lebanese women carrying signs and protesting were trending on Twitter under the Hashtag ‘marry me with no dowry.’ It caught the attention of men and women across the Arab world, going viral in countries like Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and especially Egypt. Even...
- [Arab Cinema Center at the Venice International Film Festival for the 6th Year in a Row](https://www.el-shai.com/arab-cinema-center-venice-film-festival/): Accompanied by 10 of its partners of institutions, companies, and festivals, the Arab Cinema Center (ACC) launches its intensive activities at the 78th Venice International Film Festival for six-year in a row. The activities of the Arab Cinema Center and its partners vary between participation in the festival&#8217;s parti-colored programs and sections, releasing the Arab Cinema Magazine, and organizing a panel discussion and receptions. Furthermore, this year, the festival will have a solid Arab presence. The partners who will join the ACC at the Venice International Film Festival include (in alphabetical order): Arab Radio &amp; Television (ART) (Saudi Arabia), Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) (Egypt), El Gouna Film...
- [For the First Time in Egypt with alynr: Introducing the All-star Smile Journey With Ai-powered Technologies](https://www.el-shai.com/first-time-in-egypt-alynr-the-all-star-smile/): The alynr dental aligner brand launches its first Mena Region Laboratory in Egypt. Empowered by leading pioneers and highly experienced orthodontists from Europe, the US, and the Middle East, alynr is an EU-based health-tech dental brand with an advanced platform working on redefining the orthodontics support experience in Egypt through a chain of digitally-equipped laboratories ensuring faster, easier, and high-quality treatments through its satellite clinics. The alynr treatment operates on 3D images and impressions with the patient’s medical history shared through international satellite labs to manage customized aligner treatment plans. This includes wearing schedules, tracking progress, foaming, and a whitening plan...
- [Film Clinic Group lands investment from Ergo, Media Ventures](https://www.el-shai.com/film-clinic-group-investment-ergo-media-ventures/): Film Clinic has announced a new partnership with Ergo, Media Ventures where the latter will acquire 49% of Film Clinic group of companies. The group was founded by Producer and scriptwriter Mohamed Hefzy and includes Film Clinic for production, and Film Clinic Indie Distribution and Meem Creative Circle, which was founded in partnership with director Amr Salama. The investment will be used to expand the company’s activities within the film and TV industry. This new partnership will yield significant positive results for Film Clinic turning it into a more professional, institutionalized, end-to-end visual media production and distribution entity to continue its...
- [Afroto Has Claimed Spotify’s Top Song of the 2021 Summer in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/afroto-spotifys-top-song-of-the-summer-in-egypt/): Another summer has flown by, and with it, the songs that have complimented countless beach days, pool lounging, and road trips. With that, Spotify once again announces the top songs that filled listeners&#8217; headphones and speakers this season. This year’s Spotify Song of the Summer in Egypt is… drum roll please&#8230; “Msh Bel 7ozoz” by Afroto. &#8220;Msh Bel 7zoz&#8221; by Afroto not only made waves on the Egyptian coastline, but also in the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. From “Ala Ba’ady”, “Sogara”, “Ebn Elsyouf”, to “Adary”, Afroto got his fans singing some of his greatest punchlines...
- [Souq.com is now Officially Amazon.eg](https://www.el-shai.com/souq-com-is-now-amazon-eg/): Amazon today announced that Souq.com is relaunching as Amazon.eg, a dedicated online store for customers in Egypt. Featuring millions of items from local and international brands across a range of categories including electronics, apparel, home and kitchen, grocery, and Amazon products and Devices like Kindle e-readers, Amazon.eg will offer a great shopping experience to customers with low prices, wide selection, easy payment, and fast and reliable delivery. Existing Souq.com customer credentials wish lists, orders, delivery addresses, payment methods, and customer support queries will seamlessly and safely transition to new Amazon.eg accounts. Customers — whether new, coming from Souq.com, or from Amazon...
- [Cairokee X Red Bull Symphonic Concert Songs Released, and a 60 Minutes Cinematic Film Coming Soon](https://www.el-shai.com/cairokee-x-red-bull-symphonic-concert-released/): Red Bull are releasing 10 songs of the Cairokee x Red Bull symphonic concert on their Youtube channel! Red Bull Symphonic is where classical meets contemporary in an unprecedented experience, at the Cairo Citadel. For the first time, Cairokee&#8217;s music was re-arranged and played by the band and Cairo Celebration Choir &amp; Orchestra, conducted by Maestro Nayer Nagui. Around 180 artists performed on the Red Bull Symphonic stage, 85 choirs, 80 Orchestra members, Nayer Nagy, and 5 Cairokee members in an unforgettable performance in mahka El al3a a month ago. This concert managed to catch the attention of the whole middle-eastern...
- [Ahmed Hatem and Jamila Awad Feature in Arosty’s Teaser Trailer](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-hatem-jamila-awad-feature-arostys-trailer/): Hi Media Productions has released the teaser trailer for filmmaker Mohamed Bakir&#8217;s upcoming romantic comedy film Arosty, which stars Ahmed Hatem and Jamila Awad for the first time. The film is scheduled to open in theaters soon. In Arosty&#8217;s teaser video, Ahmed and Jamila are preparing for what appears to be a life-changing event. Looking in the mirror, the characters reveal their feelings about love and marriage, and their thoughts foreshadow an imminent cat and mouse game. Will they share something that will bring them together? The film also stars Sabrine, Mahmoud Albezzawy, Faten Wasel, Zeinab Ghareeb, Marwan Younis, Nada Akram,...
- [Samsung Air Purifiers Launches in Egypt with a Powerful Filtration System](https://www.el-shai.com/samsung-air-purifiers-launches-in-egypt/): Samsung Electronics Egypt unveiled the newest line of Samsung air purifiers in Egypt; AX5500, AX3000, incorporating Samsung’s industry-leading technology and modern designs to deliver fresh air through a powerful filtration system. The tech giant’s latest innovation aligns with its commitment to supplying and developing efficient air purifying solutions adapting to various climate factors while maintaining technology and design leadership by identifying advanced solutions to real consumer problems. Samsung held a launch event to introduce the newest line of air purifiers in Egypt, Sunday evening at ‘Miette restaurant’ in Uptown Cairo, the first restaurant to cooperate with the company to deliver these...
- [After the Osama Abbas Incident: Fake Accounts Claiming Older Actors are Begging For Work Must Stop!](https://www.el-shai.com/after-the-osama-abbas-incident/): After years of not hearing his name in the news, actor Osama Abbas&#8217;s name started trending online out of the blues. It turned out Osama Abbas&#8217;s name was trending because a fake account decided to make a tweet on Twitter saying, &#8220;If producers think I&#8217;m no longer alive, I&#8217;m alive and want to work.&#8221; Who is Osama Abbas? If you&#8217;re unfamiliar with Osama Abbas, he started acting in 1969 with &#8220;Tholathy Adwa2 el Masrah&#8221; for 6 years, presenting the Ramadan riddles alongside them. Highlights from his work include Raafat Al Haggan (1990), Bawabat Al Halawani (1992), Fi Saif Lazem Nihib (1974), Mamnou Fi Laylat El-Dokhla (1975),...
- [Egyptian Paralympians are Winning and Making History, Yet No One Cares. Why?](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-paralympians-winning-no-one-cares/): Egypt is competing at the&nbsp;2020 Summer Paralympics&nbsp;in&nbsp;Tokyo,&nbsp;Japan,&nbsp;from 25 August to 5 September with the largest participation in the history of Egypt in the Paralympics with 49 players in 8 different sports. Hold on!! Hold on!! Wasn&#8217;t the Olympics over nearly a month ago? So yeah, I understand the misconception. But, and here is the question, are the Egyptian Paralympians Ignored? How does the Olympic charter see this issue? Players like Hamadto, Sherif Osman, Rehab Ahmed, and many more don&#8217;t deserve the Egyptian media exposure? And now, Let&#8217;s discuss. What are the Paralympics? The&nbsp;Paralympic Games&nbsp;or&nbsp;Paralympics&nbsp;are a periodic series of international&nbsp;multi-sport events&nbsp;involving athletes...
- [Cairo International Film Festival introduces changes to programming team](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-introduces-changes-to-programming-team/): The management of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has settled on the new formation of the festival&#8217;s programming team for its 43rd edition with film critic Andrew Mohsen appointed as the director of the Artistic office. Since 2016, Mohsen has taken several positions at CIFF, serving as the head programmer of the Cinema of Tomorrow Competition for short films for three editions. He also worked as Artistic Director of the Ismailia Festival for Documentary and Short films in 2018, and also as Artistic Director of the Aswan International Women’s Film Festival in 2020 and 2021. The festival&#8217;s artistic team will...
- [Video: A Woman in Egypt Stands Up Against her Harasser, and Another Woman Throws Water on Her](https://www.el-shai.com/video-woman-egypt-stands-up-against-her-harasser/): A 2-part video from Egypt circulated on social media showing a woman dealing with her harasser while having her child with her. In the videos, a woman appeared holding a child, and a group of women surrounded her. The women are shown directing slandering at a young man standing in front of them for harassing one of them. The woman managed to draw the attention of passersby so that someone could help them detain the harasser until the police forces arrived. Men rush to help the woman, and several eyewitnesses are present, which will, hopefully, help the woman legally. On the...
- [Gaza Mon Amour to Continue Screening for the Fourth Week at Zawya Cinema](https://www.el-shai.com/gaza-mon-amour-fourth-week-at-zawya-cinema/): After a successful three-week screening, Gaza Mon Amour by twin brothers Tarzan and Arab Nasser will continue screening for the fourth week in a row at Zawya Cinema as of Wednesday, August 25, 2021. This comes in coincidence with the film’s participation in the Amman International Film Festival, in which it opened the festival. The film has commercially released in Egypt on August 4, and is slated to release in Jordanian theatres soon. Recently, Gaza Mon Amour nabbed the Critics’ Choice Award at the Fribourg International Film Festival in Switzerland. The film was Palestine&#8217;s official submission to the Oscars, and it...
- [Egyptians believe in power of collaboration, unity and diversity to address global challenges, Expo 2020 Dubai survey shows](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptians-power-of-collaboration-expo-2020-dubai/): A new global survey by Expo 2020 Dubai reveals that an overwhelming majority (86 per cent) of Egyptian respondents think nations must work together to combat worldwide challenges such as a pandemic. The 2021 survey of more than 22,000 people across 24 countries tracked sentiment in a world irrevocably changed by COVID-19. Conducted in partnership with YouGov, it followed a similar study carried out in 2019, before the pandemic. Egyptian respondents also believe in the unifying role that technology can play in bringing the world closer together, with half saying that they think digital advancements and inventions will play a part...
- [adidas and Beyoncé Launch 4th IVY PARK Collection: “IVY PARK RODEO”](https://www.el-shai.com/adidas-beyonce-ivy-park-collection-ivy-park-rodeo/): adidas and Beyoncé return to present the latest adidas x IVY PARK collection: IVY PARK RODEO. Inspired by the inimitable style and undeniable influence of Black cowboys and cowgirls, the “IVY Park Rodeo” collection celebrates the formidable impact of Black men and women on American Western culture. Additionally, the collection&nbsp;celebrates the oft-hidden history of Black pioneers within cowboy and cowgirl culture and their continued influence and impact on the American Rodeo. The Collection A bold celebration of classic Americana reimagined for today. This is a refreshingly contemporary take on classic Western wear. IVY PARK Rodeo is where audacious design meets thoughtfully...
- [Lebanese Superstar Nicolas Mouawad is Back With Al-Hilweh w Al-Murra and Mako](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-al-hilweh-w-al-murra-mako/): Lebanese superstar, Nicolas Mouawad, is coming back strong with, not just one project, but two! The series Through Thick and Thin/Al-Hilweh w Al-Murra,” and the film Mako. Lebanese star, Nicolas Mouawad, posted on his social media the first announcement of the series “Through Thick and Thin/Al-Hilweh w Al-Murra,” which is scheduled to be screened on August 29 MBC 4 channel. Nicolas is joined by Dana Mardini, Pamela El Cake, Joe Trad, Carmen Lebbos, Salma El Masry, and Muhammad Kheir Al-Jarrah. Its events revolve around a romantic comedy framework about Rayan, who arrives in Lebanon after five years in London to marry,...
- [International Egyptian director Adolf El-Assal is preparing to launch the Belgian series Baraki](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-director-adolf-el-assal-series-baraki/): Egyptian-Luxembourgish director Adolf El-Assal is going through a different experience through a comedy-drama in the Belgian series BARAKI, of which he directed 5 episodes. Additionally, Adolf El-Assal is preparing to launch the series next September. The series is a co-production between RTBF and Wallonia-Brussels. Luxembourg and RTBF. The series &#8220;Baraki&#8221; revolves around an area that knows the Berthet family, and among them is Larissa, who lives with her and her tribe under one roof, and among them is Ivan. He decided to become an ordinary father after his wife became pregnant, to live his life happily. Still, there are characters such...
- [Spotify turns up the volume on Hussain Aljassmi ahead of his birthday!](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-hussain-aljassmi-birthday/): It’s Hussain Aljassmi’s Week! As we get closer to the birthday of one of the region’s best-selling artists and a voice millions connect with, Spotify has decided to look at how fans are streaming Aljassmi&#8217;s music in Egypt ahead of August 25th. Cairo residents can not seem to get enough of Hussain Aljassmi’s music becoming the top governorate for Aljassmi streaming followed by Alexandria and Giza. Millennials and Gen-Zs across Egypt have been drawn to Aljassmi&#8217;s never-out-of-style releases, with Bel Bont El Areedh, Ser Alsada, Sunnet El Hayah, Hetta Men Alby, and Ahebak ranking as the top five most streamed songs....
- [Egypt FA say Liverpool reject Mohamed Salah's call-up for World Cup qualifier over Covid risk](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-fa-liverpool-mohamed-salah-world-cup/): The Egyptian FA released a statement saying Liverpool rejected a call-up for Mohamed Salah for the forthcoming World Cup qualifiers due to concerns over Covid and the United Kingdom’s recently imposed travel restrictions to curb the spread of COVID-19. Egypt is a red list country for traveling back to England, which means Salah would need to quarantine upon his return, meaning he would miss matches for the Premier League club. The Egyptian national team will hold a closed training camp on 28 August in preparation for the games against Angola and Gabon in the 2022 African World Cup qualifiers. “We received...
- [The Minister of Health Reveals Details of the First Case of the Delta Variant in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/minister-of-health-reveals-delta-variant-in-egypt/): Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, Dr. Hala Zayed, announced that the first case of the Delta Variant in Egypt was discovered in mid-July. The said case was of a woman whose condition did not require going to a hospital, noting a rise in the number of people infected with the Coronavirus during the past days. During a press conference, she added that the Delta Variant is not as dangerous in the severity of symptoms but lies in the speed of its outbreak, confirming that it is found in all countries, and its symptoms are mild. She added that the Ministry...
- [14 Years of Hashtags: On #HashtagDay, Here's a look at Egypt’s most Tweeted Hashtags](https://www.el-shai.com/hashtagday-egypt-most-tweeted-hashtags/): Whether it&#8217;s shedding light on global movements and events, connecting people everywhere to like-minded communities or just establishing a direct path to the content you&#8217;re most passionate about, it all happens on Twitter. Thanks to the power of the global cultural phenomenon that has shaped the way we communicate: the hashtag. Born on Twitter in 2007, celebrates its 14th anniversary on August 23rd, otherwise known as #HashtagDay. 14 years ago on August 23, @chrismessina Tweeted #barcamp, the first time a hashtag was ever used. Over the past 14 years, it has evolved from a user-created way to categorize or ‘tag’ Tweets,...
- [Sproductions Release First Trailer for OSN Exclusive “No Activity”](https://www.el-shai.com/sproductions-release-osn-exclusive-no-activity/): Sproductions company, by Sally Wali, cooperates for the second time with OSN through the series “No Activity/El Wadea Mostaker,” which is the first drama that brings the two entities together. No Activity will be launched exclusively on the OSN channel group, starting from September 5th. Producer Sally Wali stated, “I am happy to cooperate again with OSN Entertainment after the successful cooperation in the A3det Regala program. We hope to present high-quality dramatic and entertainment productions worthy of the Arab viewer.” No Activity will be the Arabic version of the series, which was previously released in Australian and American versions. The...
- [MAD Solutions Sends 3 Films to the Festival De L'aube: Kilkis...The Town of Owls, Between Two Seas, Haifa Street](https://www.el-shai.com/mad-solutions-festival-de-laube/): MAD Solutions will send three feature films to the Festival De L&#8217;aube in Switzerland (23-30 August). These films are Haifa Street, by Mohanad Hayal, Kilkis&#8230;The Town of Owls by Azlarabe Alaoui and Between Two Seas by Anas Tolba. Kilkis&#8230;The Town of Owls will screen on Tuesday, August 24, at 8:45 PM (GMT+2), while Between Two Seas will screen on Thursday, August 26, at 9:00 PM, and Haifa Street will play on Sunday, August 29, at 5:30 PM. About Haifa Street: Set in Baghdad in 2006, Haifa Street is one of the most dangerous places suffering from the civil war and violence that has plagued...
- [Dancing Cactus Toy: From Memes to Autism, to Self-Harm and Cocaine Addiction. What's Going On?](https://www.el-shai.com/dancing-cactus-toy-memes-self-harm-cocaine/): Social media is getting people crazy as usual. But, this time, a new trending 32cm cactus toy was invading and recorded as the most selling product on famous e-commerce platforms. Advertised as an educational toy, the dancing cactus toy is causing quite a stir online. Questions from: Is it Educational? What song it&#8217;s playing? How it Affects our mental health? What does the toy-maker claim? Yeah, you need to know. Let&#8217;s discuss. What you missed? In the last couple of days, people woke up on trending news talking about a dancing singing cactus plant coming from Taiwan that is invading social...
- [Duat: Photo Exhibition in Honor of The Legendary Writer Naguib Mahfouz by Mohamed Hegazy](https://www.el-shai.com/duat-exhibition-naguib-mahfouz-mohamed-hegazy/): We’re pleased to share the announcement of the ‘Duat’ Photo Exhibition in honor of the Nobel Prize-Winning Writer Naguib Mahfouz. Duat will showcase pictures of the legendary writer by the late photojournalist Mohamed Hegazy who exclusively documented the last days of Naguib Mahfouz. The pictures have never been exhibited locally but were shown in exhibitions in Austria, Germany, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates. The Duat exhibition will kick off on the 30th of August at Consoleya Coworking space in Downtown Cairo till the 4th of September. Who is Mohamed Hegazy? Hegazy was an Egyptian Photographer, born on the 30th of...
- [AB Accelerator: Arab Bank Launches its FinTech Accelerating Program in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/ab-accelerator-arab-bank-fintech-egypt/): Arab Bank has recently launched its FinTech-focused corporate accelerator program “AB Accelerator” in Egypt, following its successful launch in Jordan back in 2018. The launch of this program in Egypt comes as part of the bank’s strategic efforts to foster and support innovation in the FinTech sector towards offering responsive and agile banking solutions in line with the evolving needs and expectations of clients across different segments. “AB Accelerator is unique in a way that applies a venture client as well as a venture capital model. “AB Accelerator” provides early-stage startups with a banking and commercial collaboration that not only helps...
- [Tokyo 2020 Summer Paralympics: 49 Amazing Egyptian Athletes You Need to Know](https://www.el-shai.com/49-egyptian-players-in-tokyo-2020-paralympics/): In its thirteenth appearance in the Paralympics, Egypt will compete at the&nbsp;2020 Summer Paralympics&nbsp;in&nbsp;Tokyo,&nbsp;Japan,&nbsp;from 25 August to 6 September. Taekwondo Taekwondo&nbsp;at the&nbsp;2020 Summer Paralympics&nbsp;will be held at the&nbsp;Makuhari Messe, the exact location where&nbsp;goalball,&nbsp;volleyball,&nbsp;and&nbsp;wheelchair fencing&nbsp;will take place. This is the first time that taekwondo will be included in the&nbsp;Summer Paralympic Games. Mohamed Yasser Mohammed Yasser (K44 M-61kg/EGY) earned a quota for Egypt for Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games after passing the African Qualification Tournament for Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games that was held in Rabat, Morocco, on Feb 24, 2020. Salma Ali Abd Al-Moneem Hassan The 17-year-old Egyptian girl claimed her berth in Tokyo...
- [One-on-One with the Promising Writer Ahmed Hosny](https://www.el-shai.com/one-on-one-with-the-promising-writer-ahmed-hosny/): We had an exciting chit-chat with the up-and-coming scriptwriter Ahmed Hosny, days before his latest TV series Ghalia starring the Tunisian Superstar Dorra Zarrouk. Before that, Ahmed participated in writing Nelly Karim’s Ded El Kasr in Ramadan 2021. In addition, his latest short movie CAI/BER, was announced to participate in the fifth edition of the El Gouna Film Festival. This is why we decided to pick the brains of the up-and-coming scriptwriter Ahmed Hosny to know more about him. How did the series Ghalia come to life? The original idea of “Ghalia” came up in a random phone call with my...
- [PUBG Mobile to Launch Crew Unknown; the First Mini-series for Gaming Enthusiasts in the Middle East](https://www.el-shai.com/pubg-mobile-crew-unknown-mini-series/): PUBG MOBILE is preparing to launch the region&#8217;s first digital mini-series titled CREW UNKNOWN. The comedy series was created and filmed in the region to entertain the gaming community in the Middle East during the hot summer months. The hilarious mini-series will follow the journey of Crew Unknown, the development team responsible for developing PUBG Mobile and making it the most popular mobile game in the world. The five-part series will be broadcast in-game and via the PUBG MOBILE MENA YouTube channel, and the first episode will air live on August 20. Crew Unknown was filmed entirely in Egypt and directed...
- [Netflix Reveals Character Posters the Anime Movie “The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf”](https://www.el-shai.com/character-the-witcher-nightmare-of-the-wolf/): The world of The Witcher expands in this anime origin story: Before Geralt, there was his mentor Vesemir &#8212; a swashbuckling young witcher who escaped a life of poverty to slay monsters for coin. But when a strange new monster begins terrorizing a politically fraught kingdom, Vesemir finds himself on a frightening adventure that forces him to confront the demons of his past… ‘The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf’ is written and produced by Beau DeMayo and co-produced by ‘The Witcher’ Showrunner and Executive Producer Lauren Schmidt Hissrich and Studio Mir’s Kwang Il Han who is also directing. MEET THE CHARACTERS:...
- [The Middle East's Best Photography Accounts on Instagram to Follow in 2021!](https://www.el-shai.com/middle-east-photography-accounts-on-instagram/): Today, photography has turned into a significant part of our lives and has evolved into something that connects every one of us. With the world relying on social media more than ever, budding photo enthusiasts and professional photographers have the opportunity to make sure their work is seen. Having a space like Instagram to share your work, engage with followers is a great way to build confidence in photography and compile a virtual gallery. Expression is at the heart of the Instagram experience, with tools and features aimed at helping the community creatively tell a story through photography. In that spirit,...
- [Meet the 3 New Characters From Netflix's La Casa De Papel Part 5: Volume 1](https://www.el-shai.com/new-characters-la-casa-de-papel-part-5-volume-1/): La Casa De Papel Part 5: Volume 1 is starting on September 3rd, 2021, and Netflix has been throwing us some nuggets about what we should expect in the new season. Given that the final season of the series will be split into 2 halves, the information we&#8217;re receiving is split as well. And now, we&#8217;re bringing you the new characters joining La Casa De Papel Part 5: Volume 1. According to Berlin (Pedro Alonso), a child is &#8220;a nuclear warhead that&#8217;s going to destroy everything,&#8221; as he relayed to Rio (Miguel Herrán) in the early episodes of part 1 of...
- [On the occasion of world photography day: Interview with the Lebanese photojournalist Hussein Baydoun](https://www.el-shai.com/lebanese-photojournalist-hussein-baydoun/): On the occasion of world photography day, Facebook presents an Interview with the Lebanese photojournalist Hussein Baydoun with some of his work. With civilian photography on the rise, how do you see this era of civilian contributions to photojournalism? The civilian contributions to photojournalism increased as smartphones and social media platforms got popular with the public. Everything is available on social media in real-time, including civilian photography; it is not a bad thing. However, people should have ethics when they are delivering an image. Empathy for what is happening in an individual’s life and knowledge about what is happening in the...
- [A 9-year-old Girl Reported her Harasser in the North Coast. Here's What We Know!](https://www.el-shai.com/9-year-old-girl-reported-harasser-north-coast/): On the 9th of August, 2021, a social media post started circulating by the parents of a 9 years old girl who reported her harasser. A worker harassed the 9-year-old girl in the kids&#8217; area at one of the biggest resorts in the North Coast. What is the story? The story was shared all over social media when the parents of the brave girl decided to talk and give the full detailed report. While the daughters’ family was spending their vacation in North Coast, the daughter asked her mother on the 9th of August to play in the kids’ area at...
- [For the 1st Time Since its Debut in GFF, CineConcert Youssef Chahine Tribute Night at the Cairo Opera House](https://www.el-shai.com/cineconcert-youssef-chahine-cairo-opera-house/): For the first time in Cairo, Youssef Chahine&#8217;s CineConcert will be on the Cairo Opera House stage next Saturday, 21st August 2021. The tribute will be happening for the first time since its debut at El Gouna Film Festival in 2018. The Orchestra is led by the amazing Orchestrator and Conductor Hesham Gabr, collaborating with Misr International Film and award-winning director Amir Ramses. About Youssef Chahine Art does not only reflects culture but influences it, creating the forms and ideas that shape society. Art doesn&#8217;t just tell the story of people. Art establishes and reinforces the patterns of beauty, power, and...
- [Syrian YouTuber Siamand Mustafa Faces Legal Action Over Fake Gender Reveal Party At Pyramids Of Giza](https://www.el-shai.com/youtuber-siamand-mustafa-gender-reveal-pyramids/): If you thought gender reveal parties going bad won’t touch us in Egypt, we hate to be the bearer of bad news and say it’s here.&nbsp; Syrian YouTuber Siamand Mustafa and his Iraqi wife Shahad will be facing legal action for claiming to have turned the Pyramids of Giza blue for a gender reveal party. The YouTubers, who are expecting their second child together, shared a video on their channel titled “The first gender reveal party held by the pyramids.” In the video, Siamand Mustafa claimed that he spent several days arranging for permissions and documents so the pyramids could be...
- [What's Happening in Afghanistan, and How Can We Help?](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-happening-in-afghanistan-and-how-can-we-help/): On Sunday, the Taliban took another step toward consolidating control of Afghanistan, capturing the presidential palace in Kabul just hours after former President Ashraf Ghani fled the nation. As the US and nations worldwide watch the painful end to nearly two decades of war, the fast-changing scenario has caused confusion and alarm.  Here is what you need to know about the situation in Afghanistan and how you can help:&nbsp; What is happening in Afghanistan?&nbsp; The Taliban, a fundamentalist group that controlled Afghanistan for five years before being overthrown by US-led forces in 2001, has retaken control of the country.&nbsp; The Taliban&#8217;s...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Partners With Filmlab: Palestine, Cinephilia Productions and Drosos Foundation for the 2nd Edition of the Sunbird Stories](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-filmlab-palestine-cinephilia-productions-drosos-foundation-sunbird-stories/): For the 5th year,&nbsp;El Gouna Film Festival (GFF)&nbsp;continues to build on collaborations and partnerships with key industry players to empower and support Arab filmmakers and cinema in the region and internationally. This year,&nbsp;GFF&nbsp;will partner with Filmlab: Palestine for the second edition of the Sunbird Stories program, which was launched in partnership with Cinephilia Productions and the Drosos Foundation.&nbsp; A state-of-the-art development and production program, the Sunbird Stories was created by Filmlab: Palestine and Cinephilia Productions to instigate the growth of imaginative and thought-provoking films for young audiences across the Arab world.&nbsp; For its 2nd edition, Sunbird Stories will develop five narrative...
- [Google offers career certificates and scholarships for MENA job seekers](https://www.el-shai.com/google-career-certificates-and-scholarships-mena/): As part of its commitment to support local businesses and job seekers, Google sponsors over 7,000 scholarships for Google Career Certificates in the Middle East and North Africa. The four online certificates aim to support job readiness for people without prior experience in IT Support, Project Management, UX Design, and Data Analytics. The scholarships are being distributed with the help of local organizations, including the Egyptian Banking Institution (EBI) and the University Center for Career Development (UCCD) in Egypt, Amideast in Lebanon, the Agency for Digital Development (ADD) in Morocco, Gaza Sky Geeks in Palestine, the General Commission for Audiovisual Media...
- [AlRawabi School for Girls No Spoilers Review: Is it just another chick-flick, or something more?](https://www.el-shai.com/alrawabi-school-for-girls-no-spoilers-review/): Let me start my review with a confession. I have expected little from the series, and I expected it to handle the topic discussed very sarcastically, but let me tell you, I was wrong, and this series had overstepped my expectations.&nbsp; What&#8217;s AlRawabi School for Girls? AlRawabi School for Girls is a six-episode Netflix mini-series created by Tima Shomali and Shirin Kamal. It depicts a group of high-school females in Amman, Jordan, as they plot revenge on their School&#8217;s version of &#8220;Mean Girls.&#8221; Netflix created and produced other series, such as Paranormal and Jinn, the first Jordanian series produced by Netflix...
- [Katy Perry Vs Cultural Appropriation: As Egyptians, We Need To Start Calling Her Out!](https://www.el-shai.com/katy-perry-vs-cultural-appropriation-as-egyptians/): The ancient Egyptian Pharaonic heritage is one of its kind and has always been a source of inspiration for many artists and people worldwide. Humanity always stands against any Culture Appropriation as it is a Human Right to be respected, and the World Media stood beside and defended many cultures against racism. But is it the same situation when it comes to the Pharaonic heritage? Does international media have double standards? We&#8217;re asking because Western media have slaughtered Katy Perry for appropriating several cultures because, apparently, she&#8217;s a pro at it. But she&#8217;s been appropriating Egyptian culture for almost a decade,...
- [What's happening in Lebanon? And How Can We Help?](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-happening-in-lebanon-and-how-can-we-help/): A warehouse where illegally stored fuel exploded in Akkar, in northern Lebanon late Saturday night/early Sunday, killing 28+ people and burning at least 79, according to Lebanon’s Health Minister.  Initial reports indicated that many of the injuries were severe. Lebanon faces a severe fuel shortage that has been blamed on smuggling, hoarding, and the cash-strapped government’s inability to secure deliveries of imported fuel. The shortages have paralyzed the country’s long dependence on private generators to light up their homes. Most of those generators have now turned off their engines because of the crippling diesel shortages. Hospitals are running out of diesel...
- [Mohamed Hamaki Makes a Comeback with "Law Hatseb," But Is it Worth the Wait?](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-hamaki-law-hatseb/): Mohamed Hamaki is finally coming back after an absence for 2 years long. Being in the social media era, as an artist requires being active and constantly being productive. You should not be away from your fans for so long as it will be a major challenge for you when you decide to be back. Did Hamaki Succeed in this Challenge? Let&#8217;s discuss. Mohamed Hamaki&#8217;s performance As usual, Mohamed Hamaki made an impressive performance in his comeback. The song is the second one in the album &#8220;Elly Fatenny&#8221; after being released &#8220;Zayaha Men.&#8221; With his feelings towards every word in the...
- [Khadiga, directed by Morad Mostafa Set for a World Premiere at El Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/khadiga-morad-mostafa-el-gouna-film-festival/): Director Morad Mostafa released the official poster for his third short film, Khadiga, in preparation for the fifth edition of the El Gouna Film Festival&#8216;s short film competition, which will take place from 14 to 22 October 2021. The film is about Khadiga, a young mother of 18 who lives alone with her baby after her husband left for work in a remote city. On an ordinary day, she makes her way through the hustle of Cairo streets to do some visits where she feels uncomfortable with the surroundings. And about the participation in the film. &#8220;I am thrilled that El...
- [Huda’s Salon Lands Its World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/hudas-salon-toronto-international-film-festival/): The 46th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Canada, has announced the selection of the Palestinian film Huda’s Salon, by director Hany Abu-Assad to participate in its Platform lineup, a director-driven section that aims to showcase original names in international cinema, at the festival’s upcoming edition (Sept.9-Sept 18). Based on real events, Huda’s Salon is a heart-racing, entertaining feminist thriller, where two women fight for their freedom. Reem, a young mother married to a jealous man, goes to Huda&#8217;s salon in Bethlehem, for a haircut and an attentive ear. But this ordinary visit turns sour when Huda, after having...
- [Egypt Receives 1,766,400 of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-1766400-covid-19-vaccine-astrazeneca/): Egypt today received 1,766,400 doses of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca through COVAX. COVAX is a global initiative co-led by the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), Gavi (the Vaccines Alliance), and the World Health Organization, which works with governments and manufacturers to accelerate the development, production, and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines around the world. To date, 1 billion doses of AstraZeneca’s vaccine have been released for supply to more than 170 countries and accounts for approximately two-thirds of COVAX supply to date. Hala Zayed, Minister of Health, Egypt said: “We are pleased to move quickly to inoculate Egyptians with the support...
- [A Massive Turnout for The Alleys’ World Premiere at the Locarno Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/the-alleys-world-premiere-at-the-locarno-festival/): Written and directed by Bassel Ghandour, The Alleys’ world premiere witnessed a massive turnout at the iconic Piazza Grande, the biggest outdoor screen in Europe, on Sunday evening, held as part of the activities of the Locarno Festival. The premiere was attended by the film’s writer and director Bassel Ghandour and stars; Emad Azmi, Baraka Rahmani, Munther Rayahneh, and Maisa Abd Elhadi, as well as producer Yousef Abed Al-Nabi. The film’s team had a great time feeling happy and excited during the pre-screening photoshoot and on the festival’s red carpet. Furthermore, the film received a warm applause by 5000 attendees. The...
- [Ali El Arabi's Captains Of Zaatari Will Have Its Middle East Premiere at El Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/captains-of-zaatari-ali-el-arabi-el-gouna-film-festival/): Producer and director ALI EL ARABI is joining the fifth of EL GOUNA FILM FESTIVAL (14-15 October) with his documentary movie CAPTAINS OF ZAATARI screening for the first time in the Middle East that would be part of long documentaries department. CAPTAINS OF ZAATARI participated in 82 festivals worldwide and was nominated for over 15 international awards. Its first global screening was at SUNDANCE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, Which got second place within the list of the best movies in the festival. Additionally, the movie had earned many awards when it participated in the third edition within the shortlist of post-production movies....
- [Singer Latifa is Back with "Elostaz"](https://www.el-shai.com/singer-latifa-is-back-with-elostaz/): The great singer Latifa, released a new song titled Elostaz on her official YouTube channel and musical applications. The song is written by Tamer Hussein, composed by Aziz Al-Shafei, distributed by Wissam Abdel Moneim. It is expected that the song will be filmed as a video clip in Cairo in the coming days.
- [Cast and Creators of the Film Streams Attend the World Premiere at the Locarno Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/film-streams-world-premiere-the-locarno-festival/): With the attendance of the film’s cast and creators, Tunisian film Streams, by Mehdi Hmili, will land its world premiere at the Locarno Festival, where it will compete for six awards within the Filmmakers of the Present (Concorso Cineasti del presente) competition. In addition, the film will have four screenings within the festival, including a press screening. The premiere will be attended by the director Mehdi Hmili and the film’s cast, including Afef Ben Mahmoud, Zaza, Sarah Hannachi, and the Producer Moufida Fedhila and the Sound Designer Aymen Labidi. Most recently, the film’s poster has been released. The press screening will...
- [1 Year of Instagram Reels: Here are the Top Songs and Reels in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/here-are-the-top-songs-and-reels-in-egypt/): Today, Thursday 12th, marks one year since the launch of Instagram Reels in Egypt, and worldwide, and to mark the occasion Instagram is releasing new insights highlighting some creators that have found their voice on Reels. Since its launch, Instagram has seen a lot of fun, thumb-stopping content from across the globe on Reels. Anything from food, art, beauty, sport, dance, comedy or music, there’s a song or challenge for everyone. Take a look at some of the top performers below:&nbsp;&nbsp; Top songs&nbsp;used in Reels in Egypt were: 1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zahra Haga Helwa, By Asser Yasseen and Miriam Fares. 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Feeling Good, by Michael...
- [An Honest Spoiler Free Review: Mousa and the Start of a Sci-Fi Egyptian Cinematic Experience](https://www.el-shai.com/review-mousa-and-the-start-of-a-sci-fi-egyptian/): Mousa is undoubtedly one of the most intriguing films of recent times since it is Egypt&#8217;s first robotic film. Some of the Cinema&#8217;s greatest personalities appear in the movie. The cast includes Kareem Mahmoud Abdelaziz, Eyad Nassar, Asmaa AbulYazid, Sarah Elshamy, and others. We had the privilege of being among the first to view it at the premiere. We were excited to see the movie since the start, and the fans and media were all over the place. We were ecstatic, and dare we say, proud to be among the first to see the first Egyptian robotic film released. And after...
- [All About The 7 Egyptian Films Participating In The 5th El Gouna Film Festival Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-films-5th-el-gouna-film-festival-edition/): Our favorite film festival is coming back stronger than ever, and it&#8217;s the 5th El Gouna Film Festival! This October, GFF will be screening its largest number of Egyptian films yet. In a continuous effort to celebrate the diversity and success of the Egyptian film industry, 7 films in genres varying from documentary and short films to narrative will be screened. So be ready to visit your favorite windy city soon! The festival will take place from October 14 to 22 in the resort town of El Gouna. We will be watching movies like Full Moon by the great Hadi El...
- [Iraqi film Our River...Our Sky lands world premiere at Sarajevo Film Festival ](https://www.el-shai.com/our-river-our-sky-lands-sarajevo-film-festival/): Our River&#8230;Our Sky by director Maysoon Pachachi will have its world premiere at Sarajevo Film Festival (August 13-20).   The Baghdad-set stories highlighted in the film will be screened on August 19 as part of a special program supported by Robert Bosch Foundation (Germany) entitled “Dealing with the Past”.  Founded in 1995, during a wartime siege of the city, Sarajevo Film Festival has since aimed to contribute to the reconstruction of civil society in the country and is now the leading film festival of South-Eastern Europe.  The program “Dealing with the Past” aims to initiate dialogue across political divides.  The narrative in Our River…Our Sky (aka Kulshi Makoo in Arabic) is set...
- [Mohamed Henedy VS Taylor Steingold's Meme Controversy: How All of This Could've Been Avoided](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-henedy-taylor-steingolds-meme-controversy/): Last week, Egypt had to deal with yet another online bullying drama. It seems like some Egyptians still can&#8217;t wrap their head around what can be jokes and what can cross the line with online bullying. What you missed&nbsp; Recently a meme of make-up artist and beauty influencer Taylor Steingold recognizing the resemblance between her recent look and veteran actor Mohamed Henedy has become popular among Egyptian meme pages. It became so popular that it drew the attention of Mohamed Henedy&#8216;s social media admin, who decided to post it with the caption: بعيدا عن الشبه بس ليه ادخل بروفايلها عشان اعرف...
- [Expanding the Reuters and Facebook Journalism Project e-Learning Course for Journalists across MENA](https://www.el-shai.com/reuters-facebook-journalism-project-course/): The Facebook Journalism Project and Reuters launched a free e-learning program. The Reuters Digital Journalism Course aims to support journalists to build a strong foundation in digital reporting and editing. From today, journalists from the Middle East and North Africa countries will be able to access the free e-learning program in Arabic and French. The program curriculum was developed by Reuters and includes modules on digital news gathering, news verification and reporting, publishing on social media, wellness and resilience training while reporting. Mohamed Omar, News Partnerships Manager, Middle East and North Africa at Facebook said:&nbsp; “Facebook is committed to supporting the...
- ["The Doctors Show" is Coming to AlNahar TV, Is it gonna be as Problematic as the Original?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-doctors-show-is-coming-to-alnahar-tv-is-it-gonna-be-as-problematic-as-the-original/): The Famous &#8220;Doctors Show&#8221; is coming to Egypt through Al-Nahar TV Network. What do people in America say about Famous Medical Shows Like Dr.Phil and the Doctors? What are we expecting to see? And is it worth our trust? Let&#8217;s see. What Happened? Al-Nahar TV Network is preparing to produce a new program “Doctors”, in cooperation with the agency “Gmedia Khaled Al-Ghunaimi for Media Production, to launch a medical program with new formats for the first time in Egypt and the Arab world on Al-Nahar TV screen. The programs provide information for the Egyptian and Arab viewer, in several fields, from...
- [All You Need to Know about the New Movie Shot in Aswan Tamaseh el Nil (Crocodiles of the Nile)](https://www.el-shai.com/movie-aswan-tamaseh-el-nil-crocodiles-of-the-nile/): We told you before that the Egyptian film industry is thriving this year, and now we&#8217;re bringing you another movie that does sound very promising. Dana productions now announced they wrapped up the filing for Tamaseh el Nil (Crocodiles of the Nile), and here&#8217;s everything we know about the movie so far! The team celebrated completing the shooting of the new movie, directed by Sameh Abdelaziz and written by Loay El Sayed, and are taking the next steps to proceed to the post-production process. The film is to be released later in 2021. The upcoming comedy is set on a cruise...
- [Everything You Need to Know About the Belarus and Lithuania Borders Iraqi Migrants Crisis](https://www.el-shai.com/belarus-lithuania-borders-iraqi-migrants-crisis/): Lithuania has been facing what could only be described as a severe migrant and foreign policy crisis, with an influx of mostly Iraqi migrants traveling into the Baltic country from its European neighbor Belarus for the past few months.  Despite warnings from The Red Cross against what it deemed a clear non-compliance with international law, Lithuania has persisted in its decision to turn away migrants attempting to enter the country at any cost and by any means possible. “Pushbacks of people seeking asylum are not compatible with the Geneva Convention on Refugee Status, the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and other...
- [Main Trailer for The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, Launching August 23 on Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/main-trailer-the-witcher-nightmare-of-the-wolf/): Releasing the main trailer and key art, Netflix today gave another look at The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, the anticipated anime prequel to the hugely successful The Witcher series. The world of The Witcher expands in this anime origin story: Before Geralt, there was his mentor Vesemir &#8212; a swashbuckling young witcher who escaped a life of poverty to slay monsters for coin. But when a strange new monster begins terrorizing a politically-fraught kingdom, Vesemir finds himself on a frightening adventure that forces him to confront the demons of his past… ‘The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf’ is written and...
- [Egyptian/German band Naheli release new single ‘Reign’ ahead of thrilling double album](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-german-band-naheli-release-single-reign/): Egyptian/German act Naheli return to action with new single ‘Reign’ ahead of their ultra-creative double album later in the year. ‘Reign’ is a slow burning pop song that cleverly builds up the tension and energy before drums and bass up the tempo. The track is about ‘feeling burned out and needing to rest’ yet also feeling the need to push and create, according to lead singer Lina Farah. ‘Reign’ was one of the first tracks to be written last year and came together quickly with Lina on melody and music and drummer Till creating the dynamic feel with electronics and drums....
- [12 of The Most Memorable Moments and Highlights of Tokyo 2020's Olympics](https://www.el-shai.com/memorable-moments-in-tokyo-2020-olympics/): If you hadn’t got the chance to watch the Olympics this year, don’t worry, we got your back!&nbsp; Since yesterday marked the last day of the Olympic Games, which took place in Japan “Tokyo” on the 23rd of July, here is a recap of the most important highlights that happened! So let’s kick it off with the outstanding performance of the Egyptian athletes in the Olympics. 1. The First Two Egyptian Medals In Tokyo 2020 Were Claimed By Hedaya Malak &amp; Seif Eissa In Taekwondo Hedaya Malak Hedaya’s first participation in the Olympics was in 2012, which took place in London....
- [We're Literally Watching the World Burn: Wildfires in Algeria and Greece](https://www.el-shai.com/world-burn-wildfires-in-algeria-and-greece/): While the world was caught in the blaze of the Olympics&#8216; glory, first Greece and now Algeria has suffered through the blazes of multiple wildfires across their landscapes. Owed to what has been described as the worst heatwaves across Mediterranean countries in decades, the wildfires have also brought ruin and destruction across Turkey, Lebanon, and Cyprus. Unfortunately, the worst of them has been witnessed in Algeria, where human and nature losses have been far more devastating in just two days. Algeria is burning: what&#8217;s going on with Algeria&#8217;s wildfires? Since last Monday, Algeria has been battling against dozens of separate fires...
- [A love letter to Dalal Abdelaziz](https://www.el-shai.com/a-love-letter-to-dalal-abdelaziz/): Yesterday, we were shocked to receive the sad news that actress Dalal Abdelaziz passed away after a long battle against COVID19 complications. Dalal passed away at the age of 61 following her beloved husband Samir Ghanem, who passed away earlier in May. We want to extend our deepest condolences to family and friends. Most importantly, we want to express our gratitude to Dalal and her family for sharing her art and life with us. In the next few words, we want to appreciate Dalal&#8217;s brightest moments and thank her one last time. Dearest Dalal Abdelaziz, The news of your passing broke...
- [The “Cinema Between Your Hands” Project Starts 10th of August](https://www.el-shai.com/the-cinema-between-your-hands-project/): This new creative project is part of the culture ministry’s ‘Start Your Dream’ initiative, which has started in 2018 &amp; has been providing theater workshops for many cities since then. The Egyptian culture minister Dr. Ines Abdel-Dayem announced the launch of &#8220;The Cinema Between Your Hands” project in all governorates of Egypt, which the General Authority implements for Cultural Palaces, led by Hisham Atwa and supervised by Tamer Abdel Moneim. For those enthusiastic about cinema, this project is for you, as it includes specialized film camps in the tourist governorates, in which exceptional graduates of free studies at the Cinema Palace...
- [In Sports Numbers Matter, So Here Are Egyptian Handball Team's Numbers You Need To Know](https://www.el-shai.com/in-sports-numbers-egyptian-handball-team-numbers/): It&#8217;s important to know that Handball is not all about how many goals did a player score. Many players are making outstanding performances in the defense and even in the offense; while their role is not to score goals, it is a tactical role which SUPER IMPORTANT. Here we got you the most recognizable players in Egypt&#8217;s Handball team during Tokyo Olympics 2020 till now. How significant are they? What are their BEST MATCHES? Let&#8217;s see The Egyptian Handball Team&#8217;s numbers. Karim Handawy Egypt vs Sweden Saved 17/38 shots with a percentage of 45%, and that is outstanding performance. Egypt vs...
- [How Paris Hilton Single-Handedly Shaped Our Current Pop-Culture](https://www.el-shai.com/paris-hilton-single-handedly-shaped-pop-culture/): Netflix addicted probably noticed the new series &#8220;Cooking with Paris,&#8221; a cooking show hosted by Paris Hilton; a woman that was famous for her partying in the 2000s. Now she&#8217;s is in her 40s, and cooking. While for some, this might look like just another cooking show, for many, especially millennials, this is something extremely random. With that said, if you don&#8217;t know Paris Hilton, then you are missing out on a pop-culture legend, a dare we say, a feminist icon! Paris Hilton was so famous, that Kim Kardashian was her assistant and would follow her holding her purse. It&#8217;s important...
- [جيهان الشماشرجي تبدأ تصوير أولى مشاهدها في مسلسل دليلك الذكي إلى الطلاق](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d9%8a%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b4%d8%b1%d8%ac%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d8%af%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%83-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b0%d9%83%d9%8a-%d8%a5%d9%84%d9%89/): تستعد الفنانة جيهان الشماشرجي لتصوير مشاهدها في مسلسل دليلك الذكي إلى الطلاق والمأخوذ من المسلسل الأميركي الشهير Girlfriends&#8217; Guide to Divorce، وذلك بعد انتهائها من تصوير 3 أفلام روائية قصيرة من المقرر منافستهم في المهرجانات السينمائية قريباً.  ونشرت جيهان على صفحتها الرسمية بانستجرام صور ة من كواليس التصوير مع الفنان عمر الشناوي وصدقي ضحر وتدور أحداث مسلسل دليلك الذكي إلى الطلاق المأخوذ من Girlfriends&#8217; Guide to Divorce حول كاتبة لديها شهرة واسعة ومؤلفاتها هي الأكثر مبيعًا، ولكنها تخفي أمر انفصالها هي وزوجها، لتعيش فترة انتقالية من كاتبة إلى امرأة أربعينية تواجة الطلاق، وتبدأ نقاشات مع صديقاتها للحصول على حياة سعيدة، ومن المقرر عرض...
- [Ahmed Dawood and Nelly Karim to Star Together, Again, in a New Series!](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-dawood-nelly-karim-a-new-series/): The duo Ahmed Dawood and Nelly Karim are collaborating again in a series that will be screened on Shahid soon!  We all loved the duo in “Segn Al-Nesa,” their first collaboration directed by Kamla Abu Zekry, and were overwhelmed with their convincing performance together. However, no details are revealed so far. On his official Instagram account, Dawood published Stories of a bouquet of roses sent to him by Partner Pro&#8217;s series production company to congratulate him on the series and hope for a strong series that the audience would like.  Nelly Karim also revealed another bouquet from MBC studios on her...
- [Lefties Opens First Store In Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/lefties-opens-first-store-in-egypt/): Inditex Group’s affordable fashion brand for all ages, Lefties makes its debut in Egypt with its first store in Mall of Arabia on the 13th of July followed by Citystars on the 16th of July. The space spans over 1,400 square meters (at Mall of Arabia) and (1,200 square meters (at Citystars) and showcases their signature range of Men’s, Women’s, Kids&#8217; and infant wear, as well as Denim and Sportswear lines. The new retail space adopts a very open concept, where Lefties enhances the inner space and the visual displays within. A clean, refined design seeking elegance, warmth, and a timeless...
- [Hakam: A Campaign by Jordanian Star Mohammad Nizar Fighting Toxic Masculinity](https://www.el-shai.com/hakam-jordanian-mohammad-nizar-toxic-masculinity/): Jordanian star Mohammad Nizar has launched a campaign under the title of “Hakam;” a campaign aiming to fight toxic masculinity. Marking Mohammad Nizar’s directorial and writing debut, the video is an attempt to defend men’s rights within the Arab region, killing the social pressures and taboos placed on them. The video stars Mohammed Nizar, who is also the video’s writer and director. The video features a group of men of different ages, religious, and social backgrounds, in which a voice appears in the background saying, “Have you ever wondered if you might be a victim of a patriarchal society?!” The speech...
- [Egyptian Boys Make History in 2021 ITF World Junior Tennis Finals!](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-boys-itf-world-junior-tennis-finals/): For the first time in the history of Egyptian Tennis, Egypt&#8217;s boys’ team, captained by Mohamed Moussa, has secured their place in the 2021 International Tennis Federation ITF World Junior Tennis quarter-finals for those aged 14 and under. This remarkable feat comes from team duo Mohamed Ibrahim and Karim, who won their opening round-robin ties. A double 2-1 success supported their win over both No. 4 seeds Canada and Thailand. Their tremendous effort has advanced them to the last eight with a tie in hand. “It’s a surprise for us to be here, so I’m very, very happy to reach the...
- [Lord of the Rings Amazon Series wraps filming in New Zealand, announces debut September 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/lord-of-the-rings-amazon-series-new-zealand-debut/): Amazon Studios announced yesterday that filming had wrapped in New Zealand on season one of the highly-anticipated The Lord of the Rings series. Production had been previously halted in early 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic but resumed in September of the same year. To the relief of all who love the original books and film adaptations, the studio finally confirmed a release date for the still-untitled project first announced in 2017.&nbsp; Thankfully, the long wait is almost over. So mark your calendars, Tolkien Geeks, for Friday, September 2, 2022, to immerse yourself once more in the magical world of Middle...
- [4 Egyptian Women Who are Breaking All Gender Stereotypes as Engineers](https://www.el-shai.com/4-egyptian-women-engineers/): Egyptian Women Engineers are role models for every Engineer in Egypt and the World. Day by day they are proving their worth and their intelligence. Here is an eye on some of their Recognisable achievements. It&#8217;s time to have a look at Egyptian Successful Women Engineers. Dr. Tayseer Abu Al-Nasr The first Egyptian and Arab to hold the position of dean of two engineering faculties in Canada; University of British Columbia School of Engineering and Applied Science and University of Ottawa School of Engineering. She received her BA in Electrical Engineering from Cairo University, and her MA and Ph.D. in Electrical...
- [Women For Engineering: An Initiative Aiming to Break Gender Stereotypes](https://www.el-shai.com/women-for-engineering/): Have you ever heard about people wondering why are so many women dreaming to be engineers? Yeah, it&#8217;s weird. Egyptian Women are proving their worth by the time in every field, even the fields which some people in Egypt are seeing as a male-dominant field. Let&#8217;s hark to their voice and message. What is &#8221; Women for Engineering ينفع عشان انت بنت&#8221; ? Women for Engineering is an initiative that cares about providing exposure to the most distinguished women in Egypt, as well as spreading awareness and taking action on social issues. The Initiative started through the ASU Energy Community. The...
- [Nayel Nassar qualified for the Final of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, and Here are 10 Facts You Didn’t Know About Him!](https://www.el-shai.com/10-facts-you-didnt-know-about-nayel-nassar/): Nayel Nassar qualified for the Final of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics with no penalties, riding his Best horse Igor at Equestrian Park. This is not just any achievement, it&#8217;s MASSIVE and not just for an Egyptian, but in general. Nayel Nassar, is known to be; a 30 years old Egyptian horse rider, born on 21th of January 1991, and a graduate from the faculty of economics, Stanford University, he was born in Chicago, to Egyptian parents, and grew up in Kuwait, later, he took the American nationality.However, in the Olympics, he&#8217;s competing as an Egyptian. Oh, and did we mention that...
- [realme 8 5G: realme unveils its first 5G smartphone for Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/5g-smartphone-for-egypt-realme-8-5g/): Today, realme announced the launch of its new device &#8211; realme 8 5G, its first 5G device in the Egyptian market. With this announcement, realme expands upon its existing global range of 5G devices that include the realme 7 5G and the recently launched realme X7 Pro. Along with exquisite design and other enhanced technology the device also features the advanced 5G processor that not only enables it to access high speed 5G internet connectivity but also enhances the overall user experience, providing Egyptian users with a 5G smartphone experience like never before. Innovation in 5G technology has enabled users to...
- [La Casa De Papel (Money Heist): Season 5's Full Trailer is Finally Here!](https://www.el-shai.com/la-casa-de-papel-money-heist-season-5-full-trailer/): 100 hours that seem like 100 years. This is how Tokyo describes how she feels in the official trailer for the first volume La casa de papel Part 5. The Professor reveals that the stormwater tank has been discovered while Colonel Tamayo gets ready for the army to enter the Bank of Spain. It is one of the most uncertain moments for The gang. They are against the ropes and it seems like this will truly be their ending. Will they gather their strength to fight against the odds&#8230;just one more time? After all, they are The Resistance. La casa de...
- [Egyptian Women and Role Models from Tokyo Olympics 2020 You Need To Know!](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-women-and-role-models-from-tokyo-olympics-2020-you-need-to-know/): Egyptian women prove their worth to be famous, successful, and role models, despite all the hardships and challenges they may face in their journey. Here is proof. Hadia Hosny At the beginning of the day, she moves to the headquarters of the Egyptian Parliament and begins to exercise her duties as a member of Parliament. As soon as the session ends, she takes off her uniform and replaces it with training clothes. Egyptian badminton star born on July 30, 1988, in Cairo. She started playing the game in 2002 until now. She participated in two consecutive Olympic Games, Beijing 2008 and...
- [Tara Emad Ambassador of Azza Fahmy Jewellery’s Latest Summer Collection](https://www.el-shai.com/tara-emad-ambassador-of-azza-fahmy/): Egyptian actress Tara Emad has teamed up with the celebrated Azza Fahmy Jewellery trademark to be their brand ambassador for the new 2021 summer collection ‘El Nur.’ The visually charged video features Tara Emad as she gracefully models pieces of jewelry from the new collection manifesting the true meaning of the El Nur (The Light) collection that radiates positivity and invites prosperity and protection. El Nur&#8217;s (The Light) collection is all about inspiring others to keep looking ahead and following the light to the new adventure that awaits them. Tara Emad is an Egyptian actress who effortlessly captured the audience’s attention...
- [RoamEgypt: The First Program Introducing Egypt in Cooperation With the Ministry of Tourism](https://www.el-shai.com/roamegypt-introducing-egypt-ministry-of-tourism/): Tomorrow, Sunday 1st of August, the first episodes of the RoamEgypt program will be released, presented by Raouf El Sayed and Taimour Othman, in cooperation with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. The program is not just a cultural program to get acquainted with the tourist attractions in Egypt. It is a genuine initiative to revive tourism through a tour of all the Egyptian governorates. The program will give you all the information you need to spend an enjoyable vacation through a live experience experienced by the program&#8217;s sponsors. Starting from the reservation of the hotel and transportation through the famous...
- [Egypt Will Have its First Major International Music Festival in 2022, and Here's What We Know So Far!](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-international-music-festival-in-2022/): With several film festivals happening in Egypt and almost no proper music festivals happening, it was about time! And luckily, there&#8217;s one that&#8217;s about to happen that might be just right. In partnership with &#8220;iEvents&#8221; and &#8220; TLT Concepts&#8220; Orascom Development announced the holding of the first international music festival in Makadi Heights in the Red Sea. For those who don&#8217;t know, iEvents was the events management agency behind El-Gouna Film Festival. TLT Concepts is one of the biggest and best hospitality entities in the country. And Orascom Development is, well, Oracsom! Orascom said that holding this event is in line with...
- [Phi Yen: A Vietnamese Bellydancer Was Murdered in Egypt, and, as always, the Media Dealt with it Horribly!](https://www.el-shai.com/phi-yen-vietnamese-bellydancer-murdered-in-egypt/): On July 24th, 2021, news of the Brazillian bellydancer Lurdiana&#8217;s murder started circulating, only to have Lurdiana herself deny them on social media. Sadly, another bellydancer was murdered on the same day. However, after it was confirmed that the woman murdered was the Vietnamese bellydancer Phi Yen, no one batted an eyelash.&nbsp; Who is the victim, Phi Yen? &nbsp;Further investigations revealed that the victim was the 26-year-old Vietnamese belly dancer Phi Yen. Phi Yen came to Egypt to follow her dream and passion for belly dancing, which she did before being brutally murdered. &nbsp;May she rest in peace.&nbsp; How did it...
- [5 Highly-Anticipated Egyptian Movies Expected to be Released in 2021!](https://www.el-shai.com/5-egyptian-movies-expected-to-be-released-in-2021/): We all have missed movies, the precious 2 hours of escaping reality. And since the COVID-19 outbreak, the movie industry all over the world has had its fair share of an unparalleled halt. Leading many studios to postpone their projects, including the Egyptian movies industry. However, this summer the Egyptian film industry seems to be thriving! We&#8217;ve seen movies like Tamer Hosny&#8217;s Mesh ana, Ahmad Ezz&#8217;s Al Aref, and Kareem Abd El-Aziz&#8217;s Al-Baa’d La Yazhab L Al-Ma’zoun Maratayen. And they were all a HUGE HIT. But the wow factor doesn&#8217;t end here; there are yet more movies to be released! Here...
- [What's New on Netflix on August 2021? Here are all the Upcoming titles!](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-on-august-2021/): Netflix announced titles coming on its platform during August. Members will enjoy a wide array of Original Series, Movies, Thriller, and Mystery Documentaries. As for the kids &amp; families, Netflix will provide them with incredible anime titles. Let&#8217;s see the List of new titles on Netflix on August, 2021 Netflix Series Cooking with Paris (August 4) With an anyone-can-cook attitude, Paris Hilton adds her flair to every dish. Fun is just one edible glitter bomb away on this unique cooking show. AlRawabi School for Girls (August 12) The bullied outcasts at the prestigious Al Rawabi School for Girls plot a series...
- [A Look at 2021's Star Khaby Lame: the TikTok "voilà" icon](https://www.el-shai.com/khaby-lame-the-tiktok-voila-icon/): There&#8217;s absolutely no way you&#8217;re on social media, and you haven&#8217;t seen Khab Lame at least once. Out of nowhere Khaby Lame showed up and gained huge popularity in no time. He even has more followers on his Tiktok than Tiktok themselves! But who is Khaby Lame? Why did he gain so much popularity in no time? And why do people like him so much? From a laborer to a multi-millionaire in a flash &nbsp;In March 2020, during the early days of the pandemic, Khaby Lame lost his job where he was working as a laborer in a northern Italian factory....
- [#ElShaiXGFF: Youssef Othman - The actor and the film nerd!](https://www.el-shai.com/youssef-othman-the-actor-and-the-film-nerd/): #ElShaiXGFF: Let us tell you, if there was anything everyone agreed on this year at #GFF, it&#8217;s the fact that Youssef Othman can be found everywhere. Attending a movie? He&#8217;s there. On the red carpet? Also there. In a panel that&#8217;s happening at the same time as the movie we just saw him in? Ebn Othman is also there. Seeing him, however, is always a pleasure because he&#8217;s one of the few people who are so passionate about films and the industry, as well as his work, which always inspires us as well. Here we had a quick chat with him about the festivals...
- [Everything you need to know about Netflix's First Arabic Reality Show “The Fastest”](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-first-arabic-reality-show-the-fastest/): “The Fastest” will debut on November 23rd, exclusively on Netflix. The six-episode first season is filled with adventure, challenges, and amazing stories about cars and the people behind the wheels. The show will feature male and female drivers from a variety of backgrounds. The contestants came from across the Middle East to share the same passion for cars, and go head to head against each other in a thrilling car racing competition to win a cash prize. “‘The Fastest’ is our first unscripted Arab Netflix series and it will deliver on the tenets of our content strategy with its authenticity, representation,...
- [Director Emir Kusturica to head the Cairo International Film Festival International Competition Jury](https://www.el-shai.com/emir-kusturica-cairo-international-film-festival/): Serbian director Emir Kusturica will lead the International Competition Jury of the 43rd Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), which will run from 26 November to 5 December this year. The Serbian director is one of the world&#8217;s most prominent filmmakers, whose films have won important awards from major international festivals, including the Cannes Film Festival Palme d&#8217;Or twice. Kusturica was born in Sarajevo in 1954 and studied filmmaking at the Academy of Performing Arts (FAMU) in 1978 in Prague. During his studies, he was awarded several times for his short movies, including Guernica (1978), which took first prize at the Student&#8217;s...
- [#ELSHAIxGFF: May Elghety - About her latest film "Full Moon" and filmmakers mental health](https://www.el-shai.com/may-elghety-film-full-moon-mental-health/): One of the most anticipated films at the 5th Edition of El-Gouna Film Festival was Hadi El Bagoury&#8217;s Full Moon. Lucky for us, we had the chance to have a chat with one of the stars of the movie, May Elghety who didn&#8217;t just have a role in the biggest film of the festival, but also in the most important panels of the festival. May took part in the panel discussing the mental health problems of the actors. The session was moderated by Anas Bukhash, Emirati entrepreneur and presenter of the AB Talks program on his YouTube channel, and May was...
- [#ELSHAIxGFF: Sherif Noureldin - From Hosting to Acting](https://www.el-shai.com/elshaixgff-sherif-noureldin-from-hosting-to-acting/): During our stay in El-Gouna where we covered the fifth edition of the El-Gouna film festival, we had a quick chat with Sherif Noureldin. Sherif Noureldin has been a major part of El-Gouna film festival, where he has been hosting the red carpet every year. This year, however, Sherif shifted from being the host of the red carpet to attending as an actor. We had a chat with him to know more about the transition, and his presence at the festival as an actor AND a host.
- [Nestlé Waters Egypt revolutionizes packaging with the launch of the country’s first water bottle made of 100% recycled plastics](https://www.el-shai.com/nestle-waters-egypt-revolutionizes-packaging-with-the-launch-of-the-countrys-first-water-bottle-made-of-100-recycled-plastics/): Nestlé Pure Life has launched Egypt’s first water bottles made of 100% recycled plastics (rPET) in its 1.5 liters format as it continues its move towards more sustainable packaging. The new bottles are made of high quality and food-grade recovered and reprocessed plastics known as rPET which stands for “Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate.” The innovation was first introduced and approved by the European Union as safe to use, ensuring quality and safety. Products produced by Nestlé Waters Egypt go through a rigorous 10-step quality process and bottles undergo more than one million quality tests per year. Nestlé’s global commitment includes, investing a...
- [Cai-Ber wins El-Gouna Star for Best Arab Short Film](https://www.el-shai.com/cai-ber-wins-el-gouna-star-for-best-arab-short-film/): In tonight&#8217;s activities for the closing ceremony of El-Gouna Film Festival 5th edition, the short film &#8220;Cai-Ber&#8221; won the El-Gouna Star Award for Best Arab Short Film. Who attended the ceremony? Director Ahmed Abdelsalam received the award, with producer Joseph Adel, author Ahmed Hosny, director of photography, Mostafa El-Kashef, and actor Ibrahim El-Naggary. Producer Joseph Adel expressed his happiness and gratitude for the award and his team in front and behind the camera, wishing only for Mariam Al-Ferjani, the lead actress, to have been there with them. Director Ahmed Abdelsalam also thanked Mariam and the whole team for their dedication, El-Gouna...
- [فيلم الحدائق المعلقة للمخرج أحمد دراجي يحصل على جائزة Mercury من مهرجان الجونة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%82-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a9-%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%b5%d9%84-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%b2%d8%a9-mercury/): حصل مشروع فيلم الحدائق المعلقة للمخرج أحمد ياسمين دراجي على جائزة Mercury وقيمتها 30 ألف دولار لخدمات ما بعد الإنتاج والـ VFX وذلك في إطار مشاركته في برنامج CineGouna بالدورة الخامسة من مهرجان الجونة السينمائي الدولي. وتعتبر CineGouna فعالية موجهة لصناعة السينما، خُلقت بهدف تطوير وتمكين صناع الأفلام المصريين والعرب، ومساعدتهم على إيجاد الدعم الفني والمالي اللازم. تتكون المنصة من منطلق الجونة السينمائي، وجسر الجونة السينمائي اللذين يقدمان الفرص للتعلم والمشاركة. عن مخرج فيلم الحدائق المعلقة أحمد ياسمين الدراجي هو مخرج وكاتب عراقي بريطاني، وأحد خريجي Berlinale Talents في 2018، النجاح الذي حققه فيلمه القصيرMy Name Is Mohammed أكسبه مقعدًا في...
- [Egyptian/German Band Naheli Release ‘Chemistry & Reevaluation’ Double Album](https://www.el-shai.com/naheli-release-chemistry-reevaluation-double-album/): Naheli brilliantly combines their pop and progressive history in a new double album. We live in a world of ever-decreasing attention spans where artists even create ‘Spotify’ edits, which are effectively nothing but two minutes of choruses. So it’s heartwarming &#8211; essential, even &#8211; that artists like Naheli are keeping the album format alive and kicking. The Egyptian/German act Naheli has gone one better than the traditional album with the release of their ultra-creative double album ‘Chemistry &amp; Reevaluation’. As well as giving listeners a carefully curated album listening experience, there is a simpler reason they’ve chosen this classic format to...
- [Spotify Premium for Students goes live in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-premium-for-students-goes-live-in-egypt/): Spotify Premium for Students launches in 20 new countries around the world, including Egypt, UAE, KSA, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Lebanon, Jordan, and Morocco.&nbsp;The premium for Students allows all eligible university students to enjoy Spotify Premium &#8211; and all the many benefits that come with being a Premium subscriber for &#8211; EGP 24.99, a discounted price of a Premium subscription. The launch of Spotify Premium for Students&nbsp;offers eligible university&nbsp;students&nbsp;an unparalleled experience with access to more than 70 million tracks including ad-free music listening, music offline downloads, on-demand listening to any song, album, or artist, and quality streaming. The offer is open to...
- [After great success in Dubai, ACE FOR GOOD took place in Cairo to support the Egyptian Autistic Society](https://www.el-shai.com/ace-for-good-in-cairo-to-support-autistic-society/): The second ACE for Good 2021 tennis tournament will be inaugurated on October 22nd organized by Hussein Nada 17 years old, a grade 12 student in the American School of Dubai, in partnership with Smash Academy, one of the most prominent tennis academies based in Cairo. What is ACE FOR GOOD? Hussein Nada created the platform to connect tennis lovers to play and support a good cause. The first tournament featured some of Dubai’s top players and managed to collect 576,000 EGP all proceeds went to the Dubai Autism Center. The second tournament will take place in Cairo on the 22nd...
- [O West Partners with El-Gouna Film Festival To Support CineGouna Starting December 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/o-west-partners-with-el-gouna-film-festival/): A live screening of selected films from the sixth edition of El-Gouna Film Festival in Cairo. Organizing workshops and lectures for CineGouna Platform from December 2021 to June 2022. O West, one of the integrated towns of Orascom Development announced that starting the sixth edition of El-Gouna Film Festival, a live screening of selected films participating will be organized simultaneously during the festival. This move is the first of its kind in the art and film festivals scene aiming to support cinephiles who are unable to attend the festival in El-Gouna. We seek to strengthen our role as a responsible investor...
- [An Incredible Audience Reaction Upon the Premiere Night of the Palestinian Animated Short Film NIGHT](https://www.el-shai.com/premiere-night-of-the-short-film-night/): Director Ahmad Saleh&#8217;s animated Short Film Night received wide audience acclaim within its premiere night at the fifth edition of El Gouna Film Festival. The film had a full-house screening with a large audience who expressed their admiration with a big round of applause at the end of the film. Director Ahmed Saleh comments, I am happy with the reactions I saw after the film’s screening at El Gouna Film Festival. These moments of happiness are my reward for the effort of four years of continuous work until the film reaches this stage, and carries the meaning and feelings that we want to convey. More...
- [سي سينما تدعم بهية بعرض فيلم الإنس والنمس](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b3%d9%8a-%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%aa%d8%af%d8%b9%d9%85-%d8%a8%d9%87%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d9%86%d8%b3-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86/): نظمت سينما سي سينما أرابيلا بالتعاون مع مستشفى بهية، عرضاً خاصًا لفيلم الإنس و النمس لمريضات السرطان، في إطار شهر التوعية بمرض سرطان الثدي، خلال شهر أكتوبر والذي سمي بـ أكتوبر الوردي. وتم اختيار اللون الزهرى أو الوردى شعارًا له، كناية عن المرأة، وتم تخصيصه للتوعية بالمرض، ونشر كافة المعلومات عنه، سواء عن أعراضه أو طرق علاجه، وتقديم نصائح من محاربات ذلك المرض، وقامت السينما بتقديم &#8220;الفشار الزهري&#8221; لتدعيم السيدات المصابات ومساعدتهم على عبور محنة المرض. فروع سي سينما سي سينما قدمت مجموعة من السينمات في محافظات مصر المختلفة، منها الجونة والإسكندرية وشبين الكوم ودمنهور والأقصر والفيوم، وتعتبر سي سينما أرابيلا...
- [مواعيد عرض الفيلم القصير خديجة في مهرجان الجونة السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ae%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%ac%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7/): نكشف مواعيد عرض الفيلم القصير خديجة للمخرج مراد مصطفى، حيث مسابقة الأفلام القصيرة وذلك بالدورة الخامسة من مهرجان الجونة السينمائي الدولي والمقام في الفترة ما بين 14 وحتى 22 أكتوبر. وتدور أحداث الفيلم حول ‎خديجة أم شابة في ال ١٨ من عمرها، تعيش بمفردها مع طفلها حديث الولادة، بعد أن غادر زوجها للعمل في مدينة نائية، وفي إحدى الأيام تذهب للتجوّل في شوارع القاهرة الصاخبة للقيام ببعض الزيارات، ولكن تُشعر بعدم الارتياح وسط الاجواء المحيطة وقد تعمّد المخرج مراد مصطفى اختيار شخصيات ليس لهم خبرة سابقة بالتمثيل لبطولة الفيلم، حتى يبدو الفيلم حقيقيًا لأقصى درجة، فيلم خديجة هو إنتاج فرنسي مشترك...
- [A Masterclass by Darren Aronofsky and Feathers' MENA Premiere on the Third Day of El-Gouna Film Festival 5th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/darren-aronofsky-and-feathers-premiere-el-gouna-film-festival/): The 5th edition of El-Gouna Film Festival (GFF) continued on its third day with its screenings and activities, of which the most prominent was the masterclass by famed American director Darren Aronofsky, who was nominated for an Academy Award for his film Black Swan. Moderated by the festival programmer and project analyst Teresa Cavina, the masterclass was held at El Gouna Conference and Culture Center (GCCC). What more is happening at El-Gouna Film Festival? Additionally, a panel titled Cinema as an Agent for Social Change about the role of cinema in public debates and how film can be an agent of...
- [Jennifer Gates and Egyptian Equestrian Nayel Nassar Tie the Knot after 5 Years](https://www.el-shai.com/jennifer-gates-and-nayel-nassar-tie-the-knot/): Jennifer Gates, daughter of Microsoft founder Bill Gates, walked the aisle on Saturday afternoon to marry Nayel Nassar, the Egyptian Equesterian in a beautiful ceremony. Want to feel the vibes of the wedding? That&#8217;s our job! The love behind the lavish wedding The couple Jennifer and Nayel Nassar are both Stanford graduates. Where Nayel studied economics and management, while Jennifer graduated with a medical degree and a major in human biology. Their love for horses was the reason they reportedly met in 2016. Jennifer later visited his family in Kuwait, and he took her to Egypt as well. And Finally, he...
- [Short Film Cai-Ber Screening Tonight at El-Gouna Film Festival 5th edition](https://www.el-shai.com/cai-ber-film-tonight-at-el-gouna-film-festival/): Directed by Ahmed Abdelsalam, Cai-Ber is screening tonight at El-Gouna Film Festival as a part of the Short Film Competition. Its story centers around “Nour,” hours before her departure; her last night in Cairo turns into a terrible journey filled with patriarchal struggles, society’s misogyny, and herself trying to keep her hidden secret. Starring: Mariam Al-Ferjani, Ibrahim El-Naggary, and Nabil Nour El-Din. The film is directed by: Ahmed AbdelSalam, produced by: Fauve and Underdog in collaboration with Lizard Film. And written by: Ahmed Hosny. Cinematography by:  Mostafa El-Kashef. And Produced by Joseph Adel. You can watch Cai-Ber screening today at GUC...
- [The Best Dressed Men in El-Gouna Film Festival in the 5th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/the-best-dressed-men-in-el-gouna-film-festival/): Fires in El-Gouna Film Festival? No! they&#8217;re just our Men Stars Slaying the Red Carpet! We can confirm that the Most Handsome men stars and businessmen in the WORLD are ours!! Ahmed Elsakka, The King of the Day! The Strongest Action actor is also handsome and chic in his day, the Great Awarded Ahmed Elsakka in his fabulous deep black suit with the simple black collar is rocking!! Mohamed Mekkawi, The Elegant The elegant handsome Mohamed Mekkawi in the fabulous amazing suit is Sparkling El-Gouna Film Festival Red Carpet with his Charisma. The design shows himself! Hassan Abouelrous, The Bold Chicalastic...
- [Women Who Slayed at El-Gouna Film Festival the 5th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/women-who-slayed-at-el-gouna-film-festival/): Fires at El-Gouna Film Festival? Yeah, we can see it now happening on the Red Carpet. Our Stars are Sparking.&nbsp;We can see that everyone worked hard on their outfits and they rocked the Red Carpet!&nbsp; Mona Zaki &nbsp;A mix of bold and cute! Mona rocked the Red Carpet in a black dress and pink butterfly sleeves and train. It’s why we all love Mona Zaki, a strong woman who is playful. A true representation of her. A clap to the designer! Menna Shalaby So Simple, So Chic In a simple white dress, with a youthful design in El-Gouna Film Festival,A makeup...
- [ElGouna Film Festival Opens an Investigation after controlling the Fires](https://www.el-shai.com/elgouna-film-festival-opens-an-investigation/): ElGouna Film Festival Management announced controlling a fire that broke out in El Gouna Conference and Culture Center. The fire damaged a small part of the hall prepared to receive the opening activities of the festival. Once the fire broke out, El Gouna Film Festival Management coordinated with the Civil Protection Forces to send fire trucks in cooperation with the El Gouna firefighting forces to control the fire. The festival management has also immediately opened a detailed investigation to find out the causes of the accident, which is suspected to be a short circuit. El Gouna Film Festival management confirms that...
- [Breaking: Fires In ElGouna Film Festival Venue Confirmed - What's Happening?](https://www.el-shai.com/fires-in-elgouna-film-festival/): ElShai confirms news about fires in the main hall “Gouna Plaza” in which the ElGouna Film Festival should take place tomorrow. The civil defense was able to control the fires, however, the plaza was completely destroyed. The main hall of ElGouna Film Festival is safe and far from the place of fire. Theatre which the fire happened in was supposed to have the afterparty of the opening ceremony and instead of being high, it will be a bit lower. Eng. Samih Sawiris, Founder of ElGouna The causes of fire was an electrical short circuit in the high point of the theatre....
- [Cairo Film Connection announces the selection of 15 projects in its 8th edition during the 43rd CIFF](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-film-connection-announces-the-selection-of-15-projects-in-its-8th-edition-during-the-43rd-ciff/): A new edition of Cairo Film Connection shining a light on up-and-coming talent and returning celebrated filmmakers with their latest projects in the 43rd CIFF. The Cairo Film Connection (CFC) unveiled the selection of 15 feature narrative and documentary projects in the development and post-production phases. CFC takes part within the framework of Cairo Industry Days, in partnership with the Arab Cinema Center, during the 43rd edition of Cairo International Film Festival running from November 26th to December 5th. The Cairo Film Connection selection committee has whittled down a list of 110 project submissions from across the Arab region and its...
- [أحمد صالح يكشف تفاصيل صناعة فيلم التحريك ليل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%83-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84/): قبل أيام من منافسة فيلم التحريك ليل في مسابقة الأفلام القصيرة بمهرجان الجونة السينمائي الدولي في الفترة ما بين 14 وحتى 22 أكتوبر المقبل، كشف المخرج أحمد صالح عن تفاصيل صناعته لفيلم التحريك القصير ليل، والتي استمرت 4 سنوات من الكتابة وصناعة الشخصيات وتحريكها بالتعاون مع شقيقيه سائد صالح وصالح صالح، عملت على السيناريو مع سائد وصالح لفترة طويلة، فمرحلة ما قبل الإنتاج في أعمال التحريك مهمة جدًا، ولهذا طوّرنا السيناريو أكثر من مرة، قبل أن نبدأ في صناعة الشخصيات وتحريكها. وعن صناعة الشخصيات يقول صالح استغرقت صناعة الشخصيات كلها 6 أشهر، وقبل البدء في أي شخصية يقوم سائد بعمل الهيكل...
- [الميكروباص الشبح على كوبري الساحل مختفي بقاله اكتر من 24 ساعة - راح فين؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%88%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%84/): ايه قصة كوبري الساحل؟ هل ممكن ميكروباص يقع و ناس تختفي و محدش يبلغ عنهم ولا يحس بيهم؟ هو مش حوادث الطرق كانت اصلا قليلة في مصر الفترة اللي فاتت؟ حوادث الطرق و على الكباري في مصر و بحسب تصريحات الدكتورة هالة زايد وزيرة التخطيط ان عدد الوفيات الناجمة عن حوادث الطرق في مصر قلت من 13 الف في 2018 الى 12 الف في 2019 الى 7 الاف في 2020 و ده تقدم هائل بسبب شبكة الطرق الجديدة اللي مصر بتعملها. اومال ايه اللي حصل و خلانا بنسمع عن حادثة جديدة عن ميكروباص شبح وقع في النيل؟ هل فعلا فيه كائنات...
- [My Experience with High Functioning Depression](https://www.el-shai.com/my-experience-with-high-functioning-depression/): High-functioning depression is one of the most complicated types of Depression to recognize. Many of us go about our days without knowing we are depressed. We feel tired, sad, empty, and yet happy! Which to many translates as the non-existence of Depression.
- [We Asked Men What their Opinion on Arranged Marriage Was](https://www.el-shai.com/men-what-their-opinion-on-arranged-marriage-was/): The new movie &#8220;Arousty&#8221; staring Ahmed Hatem and Jamila Awad, discusses the relationship between men and women and how they deal with various marriage and friendship problems in Egypt. In this society, the premarital friendship between men and women can be frowned upon. But as for Arranged marriages (Gawaz Salonat), we always ask women how they see it&#8230; &#8230;But, how is the Arranged Marriage from a Male Perspective? We interviewed the Star Ahmed Hatem and different male personas in Egypt. Let&#8217;s see what they said. While in the background, the never-ending battle between the Novelists and dramatists against the arranged marriage...
- [More than 30,000 gaming enthusiasts across MENA compete during the 4th edition of Esports Summit in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/4th-edition-of-esports-summit-in-egypt/): Spotify announces joining forces with Esports Summit, one of the biggest gaming events running across Egypt and the MENA region organized by Gamers Lounge to bring an exciting audio experience to gamers in its virtual edition. Is it live-streamed? Yeah, the summit, which aims to attract thousands of players and features 37 tournaments, is live-streamed via Twitch during the entire month of October. With Spotify being the official audio-streaming&nbsp;partner for Esports Summit,&nbsp;Gamers competing in the tournaments can now enjoy the best audio experience by listening to “Esports Summit 2021 Official Playlist” to get them pumped up and focused. Co-curated by Spotify’s...
- [How my Struggle with Mental Health Reshaped my understanding of Self-Care](https://www.el-shai.com/struggle-with-mental-health-self-care/): In the light of World Mental Health Day, I was motivated to share some parts of my journey with Mental Health. I’ve been on a quest for healing for the past 2 years and it was and still is an extremely challenging yet rewarding process. But yeah, I was late on taking the step of seriously addressing my mental health due to various elements. Some of them were personal and others were destructive social and cultural beliefs.&nbsp;And that&#8217;s what I&#8217;m here to tell. I hope sharing parts of the Journey motivates you to start yours or at least makes you feel...
- [Top 2 Facebook Mental Health Communities Where you can Safely share your Stories](https://www.el-shai.com/top-2-facebook-mental-health-communities-where-you-can-safely-share-your-stories/): In World Mental Health Day, it&#8217;s proved that the more people talk about mental health, the more the level of literacy on the issue improves, the more stigma is overcome and problems dealt with. On Facebook, there are many big communities where people can safely share their thoughts and experiences. We got for you the top 2 mental health communities on Facebook in Egypt. 1- Msh Lwahdk Created in April of 2017, Msh Lwahdk for engagement and mental support is the first community of its kind in the Arab region to provide a safe space for its members to share their...
- [5+ Facts about Omar Marmoush; Egypt's Latest Football Talent](https://www.el-shai.com/facts-omar-marmoush-rising-egyptian-footballer/): We caught the rising Egyptian Footballer of the Year in 2021, Omar Marmoush playing to the Egyptian national team in the latest Libya match and scored for us the leading Goal. He came to take the spot, to let people ask how, when, who is he? And as usual, we got your back. Kick Back and Enjoy your Tea with Marmoush&#8230; We got for you all what you need to know. His Real Name is Omar Khaled Mohamed Marmoush, known as Omar Marmoush He is an Egyptian professional&nbsp;footballer born on 7 February 1999. He currently plays as a&nbsp;forward&nbsp;for&nbsp;Bundesliga&nbsp;club&nbsp;VfB Stuttgart&nbsp;on loan from&nbsp;Wolfsburg....
- [Facebook Supporting Open Conversations About Mental Health](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-open-conversations-mental-health/): For World Mental Health Day on October 10, Facebook is launching new mental health resources, tools and programming across its apps. Facebook is working with mental health experts and organizations around the world to connect people with the support they need, and it’s launching new content and tools to encourage people to start conversations about mental health.  Access New Resources&nbsp; We’ve partnered with mental health experts to develop new guides and tools in the&nbsp;Emotional Health&nbsp;resource center on Facebook, including:&nbsp; Resource Cards&nbsp;developed with the&nbsp;UNICEF and other&nbsp;global health organizations focused on tips for creating positive mental health, managing personal crises and rising above...
- [How to protect your Instagram account from phishing and scams](https://www.el-shai.com/protect-your-instagram-account-phishing-scams/): Account safety and helping our community keep their accounts secure are essential at Instagram. They have several tools to help people keep their Instagram accounts safe against phishing attacks and suspicious activity &#8211; and they’re always working to improve and update these security features to ensure that we remain a safe and welcoming community. From Security Checkup to reporting tools, we’ve rounded up five key steps for everyone to help keep their account secure and protect your Instagram account from phishing and scams: Security Checkup:  A new feature to help people keep their Instagram accounts secure. Security Checkup will guide people...
- [Ayub Al Kady: The Story of How a Train Vendor Got to Meet the President and Become a Viral Hashtag](https://www.el-shai.com/ayub-al-kady-meet-the-president/): Ayub Al Kady, an antique maker from Nagaa Hammadi in south Egypt, captured the hearts of thousands of Egyptians last month. It happened when a video of him went viral on social media this September. Ayub&#8217;s catchphrase &#8220;This ashtray!&#8221; and his endearing south Egyptian accent made him very popular on the streets. The talented craftsman was selling his handmade ashtrays on a train by using poetry and rhymes to capture his customers&#8217; attention with his unique voice. He was also encouraging people to support local products and small businesses. Ayub makes his merchandise at home from gypsum and then colors them...
- [سرطان الثدي: الأعراض والكشف المبكر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ab%d8%af%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%b6-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d8%b4%d9%81-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a8%d9%83%d8%b1/): سرطان الثدي هو مرض يصيب الستات والرجال، لكنه يصيب الستات بنسبة أكبر. واحدة من أصل كل 8 ستات معرضة للإصابة بسرطان الثدي. الطب اكتشف انجازات عظيمة في مجال الكشف المبكر والعلاج وبالتالي نسبة الوفيات انخفضت إلي أقل من 12%. يعني أكتر من 88% من الستات اللي بيتشخصوا بسرطان الثدي بيقدروا يهزموا المرض ويكملوا حياتهم بشكل صحي. علاج سرطان الثدي زمان كان العلاج بيستلزم استئصال كامل الثدي، لكن دلوقت العملية دي بقت نادرة جداً وبتتعمل في حالات الضرورة القصوي بس. والعلاجات بقت كتير ومتوفرة. الكشف المبكر أهم حاجة كل ما قدرنا نكتشف وجود الورم في وقت بدرى كانت النتيجة أحسن، لأن الورم...
- [Yasmin Raeis has just launched “No to Violence Against Women”](https://www.el-shai.com/yasmin-raeis-no-to-violence-against-women/): If you have been watching 60 Minutes and loved the many issues it brought up, then we have some news that will make you love it even more! In case you didn’t know Yasmin Raeis has just launched a campaign against the domestic violence most women face daily.  The campaign is launched alongside the premiere of Yasmin&#8217;s latest series, 60 minutes, aired exclusively on Shahid VIP. They go perfectly well with each other because 60 Minutes discusses social issues, including domestic violence, sexual exploitation, and harassment. How did we know about the Campaign? It all started with a picture that Yasmin...
- [Poster of Film Fare Khebra Features A Relationship in Different Stages](https://www.el-shai.com/poster-film-fare-khebra/): Film Clinic (Mohamed Hefzy) and Lagoonie Film Production (Shahinaz El Akkad) released the official poster of Fare Khebra, a film which is slated to release at theatres this October. The poster features the different stages of love the hero goes through. As he changes and grows, the protagonists&#8217; relationship with his sweetheart will move from one phase to another. Through a collection of photos, Fare Khebra’s poster reveals different chapters of Nagy’s relationship with his girl-friend, Salma. One of these photos features Nagy while standing alone. Another features him while standing hesitantly face-to-face with Salma. The third one brings together the...
- [The trailer for the film "Back Home" releases in time for its world premiere at El Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/trailer-film-back-home-el-gouna-film-festival/): Director Sara&nbsp;Shazli&nbsp;released the trailer for her feature documentary Back Home before competing in the fifth edition of the El&nbsp;Gouna&nbsp;International Film Festival, held from October 14 to 22. Back Home Trailer from Misr International Films on Vimeo. The trailer showed clips of Sara&#8217;s return to Egypt after spending 10 years abroad. It starts with her arrival at the airport and taking a car to reach home. It ends with her knocking on the door, where the film starts with her coming Back Home.&nbsp; Sara’s father is nearly 80 years old and is full of life. When Sara’s plans turn upside down due...
- [House of The Dragon: Trailer and Everything to Know about the Game of Thrones Prequel](https://www.el-shai.com/house-of-the-dragons-game-of-thrones-prequal/): If you aren’t up to date on the latest news since social media went down, then we won’t want you to miss out on the first teaser trailer for House of The Dragon. The show will be the prequel to Game of Thrones, and it is set to release in 2022. That’s right. You still have time to rewatch GOT before House of The Dragon’s reign starts. Even though the trailer didn’t give us that much information, but we were on the edge of our seats; especially when we heard what seemed to be like a mantra: “Gods, kings, fire, and...
- [الشاي مع أحمد حاتم: عن فيلم عروستي وكل اعماله اللي فاتت و اللي جاي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%83%d9%84%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a7-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a3%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%85-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%a7%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%87/): أحمد حاتم هو ممثل مصري تخرج من كلية الاعلام و بعد التحاقه بعدة ورش تمثيلية اثبت فيها موهبته الكبيرة تم ترشيحه لاول بطولة له في فيلم &#8220;اوقات فراغ&#8221; و اللي نجح نجاح كبير جدا وقت عرضه.. و من بعدها واعماله بتثبت موهبته في ظل تنوعها ما بين اللايت و الكوميدي و الدراما في السينما و المسلسلات.. و عن اخر اعماله بطولة فيلم &#8220;عروستي&#8220; كلمنا أحمد حاتم عن اكتر المشاهد اللي حبها و المواقف الكوميدية في كواليس التصوير و كمان كلمنا عن اعماله القادمة زي فيلم &#8220;عاشق&#8221; اللي هيبدأ تصويره مع الفنانة اسماء ابو اليزيد و فيلم &#8220;قمر 14&#8243; اللي هيتم عرضه...
- [September on TikTok Highlighted Skin-care, Back to School, and Lunchbox Entertainment](https://www.el-shai.com/september-on-tiktok/): It’s been another active month for TikTok with their trending hashtags and viral content. September, being the back to school month was all about #backtoschoolcheck and #lunchbox preparations. There was also a #skincaretips burst with enthusiastic participation from the male population as well. As school and university supplies are being snatched off every store shelf out there, @zv.xs showed exactly that in their viral video, which you can check here. Some, even went to the extent of sharing with their followers what they usually take on their first day of university, like @1miox did in this top watched video on the...
- [El-Shai Collaborates with TikTok: تعالى أشرب شاي](https://www.el-shai.com/el-shai-collaborates-tiktok-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%a3%d8%b4%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a/): For the last two weeks, El-Shai and TikTok have been having some exclusive tea time with some of the platform&#8217;s most talented bunch! Through our mini-series,&nbsp;#تعالى_أشرب_شاي,&nbsp;we&#8217;ve been introducing our followers to their other side of the favorite TikTokers.&nbsp; They all told us about their start on TikTok, their growth, their lives behind TikTok, and how everything can change in a minute! Hussein Sayed We started with @Informa, one of the best fitness and healthy lifestyle instructors on TikTok. Hussien shared how he managed to stick out from the crowd, which helped him grow his brand and business.&nbsp; Farah Haridy We followed...
- [Director Ahmad Saleh’s Film NIGHT Features a True Story of a Mother He Met in Palestine to Have it's Arab world premiere at El Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/director-ahmad-salehs-film-night-el-gouna-festival/): The film NIGHT is landing its Arab world premiere within the Short Films Competition at the 5th edition of El Gouna Film Festival from 14 to 22 October. Director Ahmad Saleh stated that his new stop motion animated film NIGHT is based on a true story, and it took four years to make. In a statement, he said “The film is about a true story, which prompted me to ask how a mother wishes to hear the news of her daughter&#8217;s death. This wish is the opposite of the nature of a mother and life. I made the film after I realized...
- [8 Major Symptoms and Types of Breast Cancer You Need to Know](https://www.el-shai.com/symptoms-types-of-breast-cancer/): Breast cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the breast where cells grow out of control and form a tumor. This type of cancer targets women, but men can get breast cancer too. While in Egypt, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women, as 32.4% out of female cancer patients are diagnosed with Breast Cancer.&nbsp; Questions like: What are the types of breast cancer and what are the differences between them? Here is the answer. Types of Breast Cancer:  1. Non-Invasive&nbsp; DCIS This type of cell means that the cancer cells are formed in the...
- [بعد قرار إلهام شاهين - التبرع بالاعضاء حلال ولا حرام و ايه رأي القانون المصري؟ جبنالك التفاصيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d9%82%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%a5%d9%84%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%b9-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%b6%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d8%ad/): التبرع بالاعضاء ثقافة مش موجودة في عالمنا العربي بشكل كبير زي الدول الاجنبية و في ظل اهميته طبيا في ابحاث كتير,  الموضوع بيتم طرحه كل فترة في مناسبات مختلفة و عمره ما فشل في انه يخلق نوع من الجدل و الاثارة مابين المصريين في هل هو حلال ام حرام؟ هل هو حق للمتوفي انه يقرر كده؟ طب ازاي يوثق رغبته دي؟ جبنالك كل التفاصيل و القرار ليك. ايه اللي فاتك؟ امبارح الفنانة إلهام شاهين كانت في حفل توقيع كتاب «أعداء مصر الخمسة» للمستشار أمير رمزي، و اعلنت في الحفلة دي رغبتها في التبرع باعضاءها بعد وفاتها لاي شخص محتاج عشان تكون...
- [إطلاق الإعلان الرسمي لفيلم خديجة بالتزامن مع عرضه العالمي الأول بمهرجان الجونة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d8%b7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%82-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%ae%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%ac%d8%a9/): أطلق المخرج مراد مصطفى المقدمة الإعلانية الرسمية لفيلمه القصير خديجة، وذلك استعدادًا للمنافسة في مسابقة الأفلام القصيرة بالدورة الخامسة لـمهرجان الجونة السينمائي الدولي، والتي ستُقام في الفترة من 14 وحتى 22 أكتوبر/تشرين الأول 2021.   وكشفت المقدمة الإعلانية عن فتاة تحمل طفل حديث الولادة بين ذراعيها وتظهر عليها علامات التوتر في لحظة عبور القطار .   وتدور أحداث الفيلم حول ‎خديجة أم شابة في ال ١٨ من عمرها، تعيش بمفردها مع طفلها حديث الولادة، بعد أن غادر زوجها للعمل في مدينة نائية، وفي إحدى الأيام تذهب للتجوّل في شوارع القاهرة الصاخبة للقيام ببعض الزيارات، ولكن تُشعر بعدم الارتياح وسط الاجواء المحيطة....
- [شطب حديقة الاسماك من قائمة التراث: ايه الحقيقة؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d9%82%d9%8a%d9%82%d8%a9-%d8%b4%d8%b7%d8%a8-%d8%ad%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%82%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%83-%d9%85%d9%86-%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7/): اشاعات و اخبار كتير عن منطقة الزمالك و تغيرات كتير بتحصل فيها و تطوير و دعوات لسكان المنطقة يقفوا ضد اي تغيير.. و لكن من جمال المنطقة محدش فكر هل الاخبار المنتشرة دي حقيقية ولا لا.. جبنالك الحقيقة.  ايه اللي حصل؟ من اسبوع تقريبا انتشرت اشاعات ما بين سكان منطقة الزمالك ان حديقة الاسماك هتتشال من قائمة التراث ماعدا منطقة الجبلاية و الباقي هيتم تطويره بمشاريع مطاعم و محال تجارية. و كانت دعوة للناس عشان يقفوا ضد الموضوع.. لكن الموضوع فضل على السوشيال ميديا و في دواير صغيرة و معملش ضجة كبيرة خارج سكان الزمالك و فضلت الناس في حالة انتظار...
- [How Marwan Pablo's Latest Concert was a Complete Disaster!](https://www.el-shai.com/marwan-pablo-concert-disaster/): We were all excited about Marwan Pablo’s concert, especially since it was his first concert after his comeback but let me tell you it was the worst concert we’ve ever attended. Before anyone attacks us, I’m a major fan of Marwan Pablo and obsessed with Shabjdeed, so going into it, we were willing to ignore many issues just to enjoy our time. We personally bought the tickets for the show, and I was there to have fun. In addition, we wanted to cover it at El-Shai for those who couldn’t attend, just like we&#8217;ve done with several other concerts. So we’re...
- [Why is the Pink Ribbon Associated with Breast Cancer Awareness?](https://www.el-shai.com/pink-ribbon-associated-breast-cancer-awareness/): From Yellow to Peach to Pink, it’s too long a journey for a ribbon. Yeah, a ribbon. So inspiring, right?&nbsp; A ribbon is a long, narrow strip of material used for decoration. Still, although its beauty, it convinces the world community to use it in different colors as a symbol of awareness and support for other people in various situations.&nbsp; It looks like the ribbon has a story to tell! More details? Yes, please! The Beginning of Ribbon Ribbons take roots from the practices followed in medieval times, when ladies gave knights their token of affection and love. Of course, they...
- [On World Vegetarian Day: 5 Recipes to Try](https://www.el-shai.com/world-vegetarian-day-5-recipes-to-try/): In 1977, the North American Vegetarian Association declared the 1st of October as World Vegetarian Day, and one year later, it was internationally endorsed by the International Vegetarian Union.  About 14% of the world population is now vegetarian, with India ranking top in the world as 38% of its 1.38 billion citizens are vegetarians. But first, what is being vegetarian? A&nbsp;vegetarian&nbsp;does not eat meat or fish but can sometimes consume animal products like milk, egg, cheese, etc. But how can cutting off meat benefit you and the planet?&nbsp; Reduces blood cholesterol levels Boosts heart health Reduces chances of getting diabetes Ameliorate...
- [For Breast Cancer Awareness Month: El-Shai is Going Pink!](https://www.el-shai.com/breast-cancer-awareness-month-el-shai-going-pink/): October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. For the second year in a row at El-Shai, we will raise awareness, post tips about the disease, and celebrate the survivors and current fighters. More importantly, we hope the campaign encourages more women to get tested regularly. أكتوبر هو شهر التوعية بمرض سرطان الثدي، وهي حملة سنوية لزيادة الوعي بالمرض. في خلال الشهر ده، جزء من مقالاتنا ومنشوراتنا هتكون للتوعية بالمرض، هنحتفل بالناجيين من المرض ونشجع اللي بيحاربوه حاليا.
- [Suicide Prevention Month is ending: 6 warning signs to look for](https://www.el-shai.com/suicide-prevention-month-6-warning-signs/): As we say goodbye to Suicide Prevention Month, we ask ourselves how to support others. This time we look at essential signs that can help us know if we need help.  A beautiful thing about our bodies is that they tell us when something is up. And even though our bodies calling for help can be very hard, there is always a silver lining we can look for. So it can be a blessing to experience some warning signs that can save us from going too deep into trouble. Though some more obvious than others, Here are six warning signs your...
- [Palma's "Own it. Period" Campaign for their Ultimate Period Kit is the Empowerment we all Needed!](https://www.el-shai.com/palma-own-it-period-ultimate-period-kit/): Periods have been considered taboo for too long. Girls have been getting ashamed of having them. Yeah, we don’t get it either! Girls have been struggling for too long We’re sure that any girl reading this article has been in a situation where they were shy to say, “I’m tired because I’m on my period,” or got in a situation where they’re too shy to buy period pads. Buying period products in black plastic bags have been the norm for too long. And Oh boy, if a girl got period stains on her pants!! Palma is now normalizing periods! Palma recently...
- [Wegz, Minly Held Largest Virtual Concert in the Middle East Last Night](https://www.el-shai.com/wegz-minly-virtual-concert-middle-east/): Last night, Wegz staged the biggest virtual concert in the Middle East, brought to life through Minly Watch, the newest Experience by celebrity-fan engagement platform, Minly. The virtual concert attracted 23 thousand of Wegz’s fans, across 31 countries in MENA, Europe, North America and Asia, including Egypt, UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Great Britain, USA, Canada, Italy, France, Turkey, Denmark, Russia and many more. It has also featured the debut of Wegz’s latest hit song, “Kefey Keda” for the first time to his worldwide audiences. The concert generated more than 120 thousand views and resulted in a total of 61 million...
- [Suicide Prevention Month is Ending: Will Awareness Finally Be More than a Trend?](https://www.el-shai.com/suicide-prevention-month-mental-health-just-trend/): September is Suicide Prevention Month, a month mental health organizations and activists use to spread awareness on the importance of mental health and help prevent suicides worldwide. Nonetheless, Egypt’s awareness regarding suicide does not seem promising. Unfortunately, Egypt has had two shocking suicide incidents this September. A girl died by suicide in City Stars mall. And last week, a man sadly ended his life when he threw himself under the Metro railways. We mourn the lives of both individuals and extend our condolences to both families. What we found most devastating, however, was people’s reaction to the incidents on social media....
- [Expo 2020 begins with a star-studded Opening Ceremony, streamed live across the UAE, and spectacular fireworks](https://www.el-shai.com/expo-2020-begins-star-studded-opening-ceremony/): Expo 2020 Dubai’s star-studded Opening Ceremony will be streamed live to more than 430 locations across the UAE, giving everyone the chance to participate in the mind-blowing spectacle, wherever they might be. This will be followed a night later by three spectacular fireworks displays in Dubai, marking the first full day of the Expo in a stunning visual celebration commemorating the journey from winning the bid in 2013 to opening the first World Expo in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region and the most significant global event held since the start of the pandemic. On Thursday, 30 September, nation-wide...
- [Tatweer Misr and Huawei Technologies to revolutionize IoT/ sustainable Solutions to launch fully connected smart cities](https://www.el-shai.com/tatweer-misr-huawei-technologies/): As part of Tatweer Misr’s vision to establish sustainable smart and happy communities and with Huawei Technologies Egypt’s expertise in technology strategy, production ideation, technology development, and deployment, both parties have merged forces to deliver sustainable and smart technological software solutions throughout Tatweer Misr’s projects to help build a fully connected intelligent world. This came as part of a signing ceremony held today by both parties that witnessed an agreement signing with attendance by Tatweer Misr’s President &amp; CEO, Dr. Ahmed Shalaby, Huawei Northern Africa Enterprise Business Group’s Presdient, Mr. Michael Li, alongside representatives from both companies and the media. The...
- [Birth of Rare Arabian Leopard Cub Marks Significant Milestone in Saving a Critically Endangered Species](https://www.el-shai.com/birth-of-rare-arabian-leopard-cub/): The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) announces the birth of an Arabian leopard cub, offering hope for the revival of her critically endangered species. The female cub was born on April 23. Her gender identification and first health check occurred on July 13. ​As part of a campaign to bring the animal back from near extinction, the cub is now one of 16 born in a captive-breeding program at the Arabian Leopard Breeding Center in Taif, Saudi Arabia.  Her species numbers fewer than 200 in the wild after centuries of habitat loss and poaching. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) says...
- [Loneliness: Why Authentic Connections are Hard to Find](https://www.el-shai.com/loneliness-authentic-connections-hard-to-find/): Loneliness is one of the most difficult feelings humans can experience. It’s rather a state than a feeling as feelings are fleeting while loneliness often feels like an ongoing sting in the heart.&nbsp; Usually, when the human mind and body have a negative experience, they tend to avoid repeating it, and that happens by breaking it down into bits and pieces. So let’s do that and ask the right questions.&nbsp; A familiar feeling&nbsp; Is it the absence of company? How many times were you surrounded by friends and family, but beneath their voices seeps this feeling that you’re alone?&nbsp; Or you...
- [TikTok Just Reached 1 Billion Monthly Active Users!](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-just-reached-1-billion-monthly-active-users/): In light of the platform’s continuous efforts for inspiration and creativity, TikTok celebrates today reaching1 BILLION monthly active users worldwide, constantly learning through their entertainment content. TikTok’s content and campaigns are always a source of happiness or discovering something new. The global platform expressed its pride for always supporting its family of users, content creators, and creatives who turned to stars on the platform, as well as official accounts of companies and institutions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TikTok (@tiktok) TikTok has become an essential part of users&#8217; daily lives worldwide, thanks to the creativity and inspiration...
- [Netflix Releases an exclusive Tudum teaser from the be all, end all movie event of the year “Don't Look Up”](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-tudum-teaser-dont-look-up/): Kate Dibiasky (Jennifer Lawrence), an astronomy grad student, and her professor Dr. Randall Mindy (Leonardo DiCaprio) make an astounding discovery of a comet orbiting within the solar system. The problem — it’s on a direct collision course with Earth. The other problem? No one really seems to care. Turns out warning mankind about a planet-killer the size of Mount Everest is an inconvenient fact to navigate. With the help of Dr. Oglethorpe (Rob Morgan), Kate and Randall embark on a media tour that takes them from the office of an indifferent  President Orlean (Meryl Streep) and her sycophantic son and Chief...
- [نتفليكس تعلن عن إعلان "تودوم" التشويقي لفيلم نهاية العالم المرتقب "Don't Look Up"](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%af%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b4%d9%88%d9%8a%d9%82%d9%8a/): تقوم كل من خريجة علم الفلك Kate Dibiasky (النجمة جنيفر لورانس)، وأستاذها Dr. Randall Mindy (النجم ليوناردو دي كابريو) باكتشاف خطير لمذنب يدور داخل النظام الشمسي. المشكلة – أنه على مسار تصادم مباشر مع الكرة الأرضية. المشكلة الأخرى؟ يبدو أن لا أحد يهتم. يتضح لهما أن تحذير البشرية من مذنب بحجم جبل إيفرست سيدمر الكوكب هي حقيقة من الصعب استيعابها. بمساعدة Dr. Oglethorpe ( النجم روب مورجان)، ينطلق كل من Kate و Randall بجولة إعلامية تنقلهما من مكتب الرئيسة Orlean ( النجمة ميريل ستريب) التي لا تهتم بالأمر، وابنها المختل نفسياً ورئيس العاملين بالبيت الأبيض Jason (النجم جوناه هيل) ، وصولاً...
- [Searching for Woody By Sara Shazli to Compete in El-Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/searching-for-woody-sara-shazly-el-gouna-festival/): El-Gouna Film Festival announced selecting the movie project “Searching for Woody” by Sara Shazli for the Feature Documentary Projects In Development in its 5th Edition, which will occur between the 14th and 22nd of October. The event seeks to give chances to aspiring filmmakers and assist them in perfecting their work-in-progress and scripts and access to financial aid through its industry arm, the CineGouna Platform. The best film in post-production and the best project in development will each get a $15,000 cash reward and a CineGouna Platform certificate. The projects that take part are also eligible to receive funding from GFF’s...
- [Eminem Opens a Restaurant, and Of Course, it’s Called Mom’s Spaghetti!](https://www.el-shai.com/eminem-restaurant-moms-spaghetti/): Ever thought about what it would be like if Eminem opened a restaurant? You don&#8217;t need to guess because it happened, and it&#8217;s exactly what you thought it would be! What you missed?&nbsp; On September 24th, 2021, two 30 second ads were broadcasted on WXYZ, a local channel in Detroit, that showed that a new restaurant would open in downtown Detroit on September 29th that goes by the name “Mom’s spaghetti.”&nbsp; The ad started with Eminem throwing up on the Detroit River and hinting at what the menu would be like in that restaurant.&nbsp; What’s the story behind Eminem and Mom’s...
- [Survival Guide for The Last Mercury Retrograde of the Year 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/survival-guide-last-mercury-retrograde-2021/): Attention all astrology lovers! The last Mercury Retrograde of the year is upon us. We need to approach it with caution. Take all measures of safety, so this too shall pass. Why are we cautious? Let us tell you more about what it means that Mercury is in retrograde? Simply put, it is an optical illusion that makes Mercury look like it’s going back in its orbit. Of course, in astronomy, it’s just physics, a common optical illusion. But in astrology, however, it’s a warning sign or a truth-teller. This Mercury retrograde is from the 27th of September to the 18th...
- [Bayer Middle East Partners with the UNFPA, to support the Ministry of Health and Population’s ‘Your Right to Plan’ campaign in Egypt on World Contraception Day](https://www.el-shai.com/bayer-middle-east-unfpa-ministry-of-health/): Bayer Middle East has announced a strategic five-year family planning partnership with the United Nations Population Fund in Egypt to support the Ministry of Health and Population’s campaign entitled ‘Your Right to Plan.’ The campaign promotes a rights-based approach to family planning and offers free family planning services. Furthermore, the campaign aims to provide access to family planning and reproductive health services, raise community awareness, and increase demand for family planning services in Egypt’s underserved communities. The event took place on September 27 at the Cairo Marriott Hotel, on World Contraception Day. The event brought together key stakeholders such as H.E....
- [في اليوم العالمي لوسائل منع الحمل..مصر بتعمل ايه؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%86%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad%d9%85%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1/): في اليوم العالمي لوسائل منع الحمل, حبينا نقولك أن في طفل بيتولد كل ١٤ ثانيه في مصر! النهاردة التعداد السكاني لمصر وصل ١٠٤،٧٠٣،٠٧٤. التكدس السكاني واحد من أكبر المشاكل اللي مصر بتواجه وتحاول توصل لحلول له من زمان.  في وسائل منع كتير هنعرفها من خلال المقال ده، وكمان هنعرف دور الأمم المتحددة في تنظيم الأسرة في مصر. طب ايه الحلول اللي ممكن نعملها؟  أهم حل هو تنظيم النسل  عن طريق وسائل منع الحمل الآمنة للرجال والسيدات لأنها مسؤولية مشتركة بين الأتنين. سألنا دكتورة نسا وتوليد عن وسائل تنظيم النسل: قالت لنا إن الوسائل تنظيم النسل بتشتغل بكذا طريقة: منع الحيوانات المنوية...
- [Twitter’s tipping feature “Tips” now available to everyone](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-tipping-feature-tips-now-available/): Twitter&#8217;s tipping feature – now called Tips – is launching to everyone with more payment options to choose from, including crypto-currencies. People drive the conversation on Twitter and it was essential to make it easier for the community to support each other beyond Follows, Retweets, and Likes. Tips is an easy way to support the incredible voices on the service. This is a first step for the platform to create new ways for people to receive and show support on Twitter – with money. People already drop links to their payment profiles in their bios and Tweets. Tips offers one fixed...
- [ضرائب صناع المحتوى: قانون جديد لازم ندعمه؟ جبنالك التفاصيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b6%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%a8-%d8%b5%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ad%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%89-%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%88%d9%86-%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af/): جدل الضرائب و السوشيال ميديا مشتعل على اخره و محدش عارف الصح فين.. هل فعلا خلاص اللي دخله 500 الف في السنة هيدفع جزء بسيط للضرائب باثر رجعي؟ طب و اللي معندوش ورق يثبت دخله كام يعمل ايه؟ هل القانون مش بيحمي صناع المحتوى و مش موفر لهم خيارات تانية؟ و ايه رأي صناع المحتوى؟ جاوبنالك كل الاسئلة دي من مصادرها قبل ما نبدأ خلينا نعرف اصلا ايه هي الضرائب و مين مصلحة الضرائب؟ 1- الضريبة هي مبلغ نقدي تتقاضاه الدولة من الأشخاص والمؤسسات بهدف تمويل نفقات الدولة؛ أي تمويل كل القطاعات التي تصرف عليها الدولة كالجيش، والشرطة، والتعليم أو نفقاتها...
- [Who is Khalid Abdalla, the Actor Cast as Dodi Al-Fayed in ‘The Crown’?](https://www.el-shai.com/khalid-abdalla-dodi-al-fayed-in-the-crown/): It&#8217;s safe to say that we&#8217;re all borderline obsessed with Netflix&#8217;s &#8220;The Crown,&#8221; especially with the series creeping into current events. In the upcoming season, however, the series will be covering the controversies surrounding Princess Diana, including her affair with Dodi Fayed, the Egyptian film producer and son of the billionaire Mohamed Al-Fayed. Yesterday, Netflix announced the casting of British-Egyptian actor Khalid Abdalla for the role of Dodi Al-Fayed, and we can&#8217;t think of a better casting for the role. Not only because of the almost identical resemblance between the two men but because Khalid Abdalla is one of those actors...
- [جدل نزلوا ألبوم الجديد "لطلوع الضو" بيثبت بصمتهم الدائمة في الروك العربي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%84-%d9%86%d8%b2%d9%84%d9%88%d8%a7-%d8%a3%d9%84%d8%a8%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%84%d8%b7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b6%d9%88/): يوم الجمعة 24 سبتمبر 2021 نزل ألبوم الفرقة الأردنية &#8220;جدل&#8220; الرابع &#8220;لطلوع الضو&#8221; وكما متوقع بهرونا بميكس الغنا العربي والألحان الغربية سواء روك أو بوب. الألبوم كله 11 أغنية يتراوح طولهم بين 3 دقايق و 7 دقايق. ونقدر نقول إن جدل وموسيقاهم لون بحد ذاته، ولو محتاجين نصنفه في فئة فهي فئة الموسيقى البديلة. الألبوم لطلوع الضو وجماله أغنية بأغنية ومع إنه نزلت أغنية واحدة كسينجل، وهي التراك الإفتتاحي للألبوم &#8220;يَم خدود (آه ايه)&#8221; إلا إنها حددت اللون والصوت المتوقع من الألبوم وهي السخرية البسيطة من الحب ومواويله مع نقد طفيف أقرب للمزاح عن المجتمع أو الرثاء للحال إلي وصلت له...
- [Netflix Release the Trailer for Britney Spears' Documentary "Britney vs Spears"](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-trailer-britney-vs-spears/): With everyone looking at Britney Spears and her conservatorship, Netflix announced that they will be making a new documentary about Britney vs her family called &#8220;Britney vs Spears&#8221;. This makes it the second documentary about Spears&#8217;s battles with her conservatorship after &#8220;Framing Britney Spears&#8221; which was released earlier this year on Hulu and started the #FreeBritney movement. Britney vs. Spears is set to premiere on September 28, the day before her next conservatorship hearing. According to Netflix, Britney vs Spears tells the explosive story of Britney’s life and her public and private search for freedom. Featuring years-long investigative work, exclusive interviews, and new documents, this...
- [Mall of Egypt Supports Handcrafts by hosting Diarna’s 70th exhibition under the auspices of the First Lady of Egypt and the Ministry of Social Solidarity](https://www.el-shai.com/mall-of-egypt-diarna-70th-exhibition/): Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, hosts Diarna&#8217;s 70th exhibition under the auspices of Egypt&#8217;s First Lady HE Entissar Elsisi and the Ministry of Social Solidarity at Mall of Egypt. The exhibition opened its doors to the public on September 21, running for 10 days, and aiming to provide exhibitors with the opportunity to showcase their handmade products. During the opening ceremony, the Egyptian Minister of Social Solidarity Nivine El-Kabbag inaugurated the exhibition in the presence of Libyan Minister of Social Affairs, Dr. Wafaa El Kilany, Libyan Minister...
- [Karim Kassem Appointed as Jury Member at the Alexandria International Film Festival 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-kassem-alexandria-film-festival/): Karim Kassem has been appointed as a jury member in the Short Film Competition at the 37th Alexandria International Film Festival for Mediterranean countries. Kassem will be joined by the German critic Thomas Kask, the Spanish filmmaker Nayra Sanz, and several others. Alexandria International Film Festival for Mediterranean Countries is a film festival in Egypt. Organized by the Egyptian Association of Film Writers and Critics. This year, the festival is set to start from the 25th of September till the 30th of September 2021.  More on Karim Kassem&#8217;s career The Egyptian star has started his career in some indie movies such as...
- [How 2021 Became the Year of Y2K Egyptian Pop Music Comeback!](https://www.el-shai.com/2021-year-of-y2k-egyptian-pop-music-comeback/): Whether you’re an avid listener to music or enjoy the occasional top hits on the radio, did the new hits feel familiar at all, Like you’ve heard it all before!&nbsp;  Then there is a big chance you’ve heard the early 2000’s Egyptian pop music influence dominating the music scene at the moment. Pop Princess Comeback: Ruby It all started when the Egyptian pop princess, Ruby, decided to make a massive comeback after a long eight-year hiatus. Ruby is back and collaborating with producers who know her upbeat, bright, sound-insured top-charting singles, with many fans waiting for the date the album drops....
- [مين ليللي كريا و ليه لازم تعرفوا اللي بيحصلها في الشارع](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a7/): ليللي كريا مغنية شابة جميلة بتغني بالعربي وبالإنجليزي..اتعرفت وقت كورونا من تيك توك بستايل غناها المختلف لما غنت أغاني مهرجانات وأغاني لويجز بطريقة جديدة ع الناس, وده بسببه برضو واجهت مشاكل وانتقادات كتيرة. أول أغنية نزلت لليللي كان مهرجان &#8220;حرب وشوش&#8221; مع مسلم. ولسة نازل لها أغنية جديدة من أسبوعين اسمها &#8220;حد جديد&#8221;. يوم الأحد ١٩ سبتمبر ٢٠٢١ نزل ڤيديو لايڤ على صفحة إنستجرام ليللي كريا بتسجل فيه حادثة التحرش اللي تعرضت لها في الشارع اللي هي ساكنة فيه..ليللي واجهت مشاكل كتير في الحادثة بس مسكتتش على حقها عشان عارفة عقوبات التحرش في القانون. https://www.instagram.com/p/CUAgWRpoL9T/ أبو المتحرش كان بيتفرج عليه وساكت...
- [First Look at Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 3](https://www.el-shai.com/first-look-at-savage-x-fenty-show-vol-3/): The official trailer for Rihanna&#8217;s Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 3 presented by Amazon Prime Video is here. Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 3 will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide beginning Friday, September 24and shoppable at Savage X Fenty and in the Amazon Fashion store.  The extraordinary fashion experience features performances by Nas, Daddy Yankee, BIA, Jazmine Sullivan, Ricky Martin, Normani, and Jade Novah with special appearances by Adriana Lima, Alek Wek, Behati Prinsloo, Emily Ratajkowski, Erykah Badu, Gigi Hadid, Irina Shayk, Jeremy Pope, Leiomy, Lola Leon, Mena Massoud, Nyjah Huston, Precious Lee, Sabrina Carpenter, Thuso Mbedu, Troye Sivan, Vanessa Hudgens, and many more wearing the new Savage X Fenty collection which will be available to...
- [Why We Can't-Wait for Egypt's First 3D Film "Youm 13"](https://www.el-shai.com/why-we-cant-wait-for-egypts-first-3d-film-youm-13/): If you&#8217;re following Ahmed Dawood, then you might have noticed his announcement for his latest movie &#8220;Youm 13&#8221; on September 13th, which shows that the movie is definitely coming soon. Even though the movie has been announced in 2019, and has been delayed several times, we are excited about it more than ever! Each “13” is a special “13” We definitely like how “Youm 13” is getting the promotion it deserves, and this is just the beginning. Dawood has made sure to get us more excited by using his Instagram account on the 13th of every month to remind us that...
- [The Second Equinox of 2021: How to Find Your Balance Through it, According to Astrology](https://www.el-shai.com/second-equinox-according-to-astrology/): Tomorrow marks a turning point; it’s the second and last Equinox of the year. What does it mean? And how do we benefit from it? &nbsp;What is the Equinox? It’s a celestial event when the plane of Earth&#8217;s equator passes through the geometric center of the Sun&#8217;s disk. This occurs twice each year, around 20 March and 23 September. In other words, it is the moment at which the center of the visible Sun is directly above the equator. In astrology, it means that it’s a time to reconsider oneself and how we treat others. Historically many cultures have celebrated this...
- [Wegz, Minly to launch Minly Watch at Massive Virtual Concert](https://www.el-shai.com/wegz-minly-watch-at-massive-virtual-concert/): Renowned Egyptian rap artist Wegz will put on the biggest virtual concert in the Middle East this month. The concert, created by celebrity-fan engagement platform Minly, will feature the debut of Wegz’s latest hit song, “Kefey Keda” for the first time to his worldwide audiences, as the final track of the concert. The online concert will be streamed live on the Minly application on the 28th of September 2021 at 8:00 pm CLT. Using the second largest CGI screen in the world, and the largest in the Middle East, the technology will allow the use of computer-generated imagery to storytell Wegz’s...
- [Reminder: Selim Mostafa is a 7-YEAR-OLD CHILD and "Crushing" on him makes you a Pedophile!](https://www.el-shai.com/selim-mostafa-7-year-old-child-crushing-pedophile/): For several years, most Egyptians normalized making memes on serious matters without finding anything wrong with this. We could recognize the results of this behavior when we see thousands of people love reacting to posts that bluntly say how a grown-up is “crushing” on kids.&nbsp; Unfortunately, this had happened before, and it&#8217;s not even our first time writing about not just the same topic, but with the same children involved. This happened before when the two child actors Mona Ahmed Zaher and Selim Mostafa, were interviewed by Gossips. The comments on that interview were far from things that should be said...
- [Karim Abdel Aziz to receive the Faten Hamama Award for Excellence at 43rd Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-abdel-aziz-faten-hamama-award/): The Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has announced that the eminent Faten Hamama Award for Excellence will be granted to Egyptian actor Karim Abdel Aziz. The CIFF 43rd edition (26 November-5 December) will see Abdel Aziz be honoured for his outstanding career through the award. Festival President. Mohamed Hefzy stated that &#8220;the festival is always keen to honour the figures who combine talent, popularity, devotion to cinema, and this applies to the star Karim Abdel Aziz, who will be awarded the Faten Hamama Award for Excellence.&#8221; Hefzy added that &#8220;I respected Karim Abdel Aziz throughout 20 years of success in a...
- [بعد حريق دمنهور…إزاي تتصرف في حوادث الحريق؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%82-%d8%af%d9%85%d9%86%d9%87%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a5%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%81-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%ad%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%af%d8%ab-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ad/): إمبارح كان في حريق في دمنهور في عمارة ومول تجاري..المصابين لحد دلوقتي ١٤ شخص من ضمنهم طفلة رضيعة.  سبب الحريق كان أن أنبوبة أكسجين إنفجرت في عيادة في شارع عبد السلام الشاذلي  وراح مع الحريق ٤ شقق سكنية من ضمنهم عيادة تانية ومعمل تحاليل .. الإصابات فيها جروح من الدرجة الأولى واختناقات. مع صدمة الحريق في ناس اضطرت تنط من على أدوار عالية بس عشان تنقذ نفسها! طب هل ده كان صح؟ في المقال ده هنقولكوا إزاي تتصرف في حوادث الحريق! سألنا مهندس مكافحة حريق وقالنا إن أول حاجة لازم نبقى عارفين إن أي عمارة أو مول تجاري أو مستشفى بيكونوا...
- [Kinda Alloush is Back in Egypt After Several Projects Abroad With Upcoming Series Bait Al Maadi](https://www.el-shai.com/kinda-alloush-upcoming-series-bait-al-maadi/): As she wrapped up the shooting of her new film abroad, Kinda Alloush is expected to return to Egypt soon to start shooting her upcoming series Bait Al Maadi (House of Maadi). The series was given before a working title as “El Setat Bitaraf Teqtel” (Women Know How to Kill). Bait Al Maadi is slated to premiere soon as one of Shahid Original series, following a black comedy yet thrilling stories of wives killing their spouses during three different eras; 60’s, 80’s, and the present time. The series is the Arabic version of the successful American series Why Women Kill, whose...
- [Frozen Treats from your Favourite Fruits for a Never-Ending Summer](https://www.el-shai.com/frozen-treats-for-a-never-ending-summer/): Summer is almost over but the heat is still on, making us crave for all things cool and frozen. Now is the time to find creative ways to beat the punishing heat to cool things down with some refreshing fruity frozen treats. Rather than marching into a dairy or ice cream shop and spending an arm and leg on sugary treats, why not get creative with your ice-crushing blender and make your own dessert.&nbsp; Apart from keeping you healthy and saving your pocket, the naturally sweet fruit dishes offers you a guilt-free indulgence. Preserved with all their goodness and nutrient values,...
- [Rosaline Elbay Stars in Netflix's New Series "Kaleidoscope"](https://www.el-shai.com/rosaline-elbay-stars-in-netflixs-new-series-jigsaw/): Update: A previous version of this article stated the initial name of the series, Jigsaw, that now changed to Kaleidoscope. Today, Netflix announced the new series Kaleidoscope (previously named Jigsaw); a heist drama that spans 24 years and retells the story of the biggest heist in human history that takes an innovative nonlinear approach to storytelling in a way where viewers are in control. If this isn’t exciting enough, the series will be staring Egyptian actress&nbsp;Rosaline Elbay, along with&nbsp;Giancarlo Esposito&nbsp;(Better Call Saul, Breaking Bad and The Boys),&nbsp;Rufus Sewell&nbsp;(Dark City, A Knight’s Tale and The Father),&nbsp;Paz Vega&nbsp;(Sex and Lucía, Spanglish),&nbsp;Peter Mark Kendall&nbsp;(The...
- [Shereen Reda as a Feminist Lawyer in 60 Minutes Streaming on Shahid](https://www.el-shai.com/shereen-reda-60-minutes-streaming-shahid/): Superstar Shereen Reda stars in TV series 60 Minutes that is slated to release on Shahid as of Thursday, Sep.16. Directed by Miryam Ahmadi and written by Mohamed Hesham Obayya, the 9-episode thriller series is headlined by Shereen Reda who plays the role of a lawyer. Alongside Shereen, the series stars Yasmin Raeis, Sawsan Badr, Syrian actor Mahmoud Nasr and Saudi actress Fatima AlBanawi who lands her first starring role in an Egyptian TV series. Currently, salient actress Shereen Reda has a tight schedule. Besides the TV series 60 Minutes, she is busy shooting 3 new films, one of which is...
- [Know more about Fatima AlBanawi’s Role in 60 Minutes Series on Shahid.net](https://www.el-shai.com/fatima-albanawis-60-minutes-series-shahid-net/): Marking her first leading role in Egyptian drama, Saudi actress Fatima AlBanawi was featured on one of the official posters of Shahid’s upcoming thriller series 60 Minutes. Directed by Mariam Ahmady and written by Mohamed Hesham Obayya, the series is slated to premiere on September 16th, 2021. 60 Minutes is one of Shahid Original series, where Fatima AlBanawi plays a complex role of a wife who faces a lot of psychological challenges. The series also stars Yasmin Raeis, Shereen Reda, Mahmoud Nsr, and Sawsan Badr Fatima AlBanawi is a Saudi actress, director and writer. She was selected by Time Magazine as...
- [TikTok Enhances Mental Wellbeing Resources and Bolsters Distressing Content Regulation in Honor of World Suicide Prevention Month](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-enhances-mental-wellbeing-resources-and-bolsters-distressing-content-regulation-in-honor-of-world-suicide-prevention-month/): In honor of World Suicide Prevention Month, TikTok is boosting efforts to safeguard its users’ mental wellbeing. As people choose to express themselves to their circles on the platform, conversation around recovery from self harm and other mental health issues is growing. Building on the support shown by users, TikTok is stepping up its resources, search interventions and access to expert provided guidance, across important mental health subject areas. Farah Tukan, Public Policy Manager METAP at TikTok said, “It is inspiring to see our users come together to support one another and drive forward the conversation around mental wellbeing with such...
- [Bonjorno Coffee Mix launches its mega promotion to win 10 fully finished apartments in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/bonjorno-coffee-mix-finished-apartments-in-egypt/): Bonjorno Coffee Mix, Nestlé Egypt’s coffee brand, announced the launch of a new competition granting the winning contestants their dream apartment, and valuable instant gifts for all contestants. This comes as part of the company&#8217;s keenness to conduct various competitions with valuable prizes that positively affect people&#8217;s lives. Every year, Bonjorno Coffee Mix holds competitions and draws for various prizes. The competition, which is held in cooperation with the Ministry of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities represented by the Social Housing and Mortgage Finance Fund, offers 10 fully finished apartments, from September to December, and the draw will be held under...
- [Facebook Partners With Palestine’s Ministry of Health To Help Increase Blood Donations In Palestine](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-blood-donations-in-palestine/): In an effort to support the increase in blood donations across Palestine, Facebook has partnered with the Ministry of Health to launch the Facebook Blood Donations feature, encouraging people to donate.  Every few seconds, a person needs a blood transfusion to save their life. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how and where people can give blood, causing countries around the world to experience an acute shortage of voluntary blood donations, leaving millions of people without access to this critical lifeline.&nbsp; Voluntary blood donors are essential to a safe and reliable blood supply, but people often do not know when, where or...
- [A must-watch! OPPO & the Super Star Menna Shalaby presenting “The Space Between Us”, your ultimate guide for overcoming a breakup!](https://www.el-shai.com/oppo-menna-shalaby-the-space-between-us/): Menna Shalaby recently collaborated with OPPO, the leading technology brand, for the OPPO Reno6 Series campaign. OPPO and Menna launched Egypt‘s first commercial short film, “The Space Between Us,” directed by Rana Al- Arian, that will take you through many different emotions and moments! The film follows Menna Shalaby’s journey of getting over a breakup. Throughout the short film, we see Menna constantly recalling the sweet past with her ex, played by the star Nabil Issa. However, she intends to move on and looks for ways to get over the breakup. In accordance with the method of getting out of the...
- [Look for the Top 2021 Wedding Songs in Egypt and Globally on Spotify? Here are the Playlists!](https://www.el-shai.com/top-2021-wedding-songs-in-egypt-globally-spotify/): What’s a wedding without music and a dance floor? Hassan Shakosh and Amr Diab shook the dance floor in 2021, becoming the most-streamed artists appearing on wedding-themed playlists in Egypt, according to Spotify data for Top 2021 Wedding Songs. This year saw a host of celebrities and power couples tie the knot, celebrating their love by playing their favorite wedding songs at their weddings, including Passant Shawky and Mohamed Farrag; Nelly Karim and Hisham Ashour; Hany Adel and Diaman Abou Aboud; and Dina Dash and Mahmoud Osman. It is not surprising that the most played tracks on wedding playlists are &#8220;Fe...
- [ازاي احمد بسام زكي طلع براءة؟ جبنالك كل التفاصيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%b2%d9%83%d9%8a-%d8%b7%d9%84%d8%b9-%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a1%d8%a9/): الحكاية بدأت من ان الطالب المتحرش احمد بسام زكي كان بيبعت صور جنسية لبنتين بغرض اثبات تفوقه الجنسي ليهم و كان التواصل بغير رضاهم و دي مش اول مرة يعملها لان المحكمة كمان وقتها قالت انه ثبت قبل كده على المتهم انه هتك عرض بنات اقل من 18 سنة و ساومهم بصورهم و الفيديو اللي معاه عن طريق انستجرام لو مرجعوش يمارسوا معاه العلاقة تاني..  و بكده مجمل الاتهامات اللي اتوجهت له كان هتك عرض 3 بنات اقل من 18 سنة و تهديد بنت بفضحها لو مسمعتش كلامه و بنت تانية كان عن طريق الكتابة بارسال كلمات خادشة للحياء و قول...
- [Egypt’s B2B e-commerce startup Capiter raises $33 million Series A ](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-b2b-e-commerce-startup-capiter-33-million/): Capiter, a Cairo-based B2B e-commerce startup that brings together manufacturers, brands, wholesalers, and retailers on one platform with access to financial services, announced today it had raised a $33 million Series A. Co-led by Quona Capital and MSA Capital alongside additional investors Savola, Shorooq Partners, Foundation Ventures, Accion Venture Lab, and Derayah Ventures. The round comes as Capiter ramps up its efforts to expand its service across Egypt and the region within 2022. Capiter provides small, medium, and enterprise (SME) businesses with a single platform that allows retailers to order a wide range of inventory, obtain delivery, and access financing all...
- [Starring Saba Mubarak & Ziad Bakri; Arnoos Lands its World Premiere at El Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/saba-mubarak-ziad-bakri-arnoos-el-gouna-film-festival/): Directed by Samer Battikhi, Short film Arnoos will world premiere at the 5th edition of El Gouna Film Festival (October 14 -22), competing at the festival’s Short Film Competition. Founded in 2017, El Gouna Film Festival’s mission is to showcase a diverse range of films while catering for a creative and well-versed audience. Designed for artists and filmmakers; GFF aspires to foster communication between cultures and filmmakers to benefit the industry and our region through the art of filmmaking, by connecting filmmakers from the region with their international counterparts in the spirit of cooperation and cultural exchange. The festival is dedicated...
- [ياسمين رئيس تواجه الخوف والألم في الإعلان الرسمي لمسلسل 60 دقيقة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%b1%d8%a6%d9%8a%d8%b3-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-60-%d8%af%d9%82%d9%8a%d9%82%d8%a9/): منذ قليل انطلق الإعلان الرسمي لمسلسل 60 دقيقة، والمقرر عرضه ابتداءً من 16 سبتمبر على منصة شاهد vip، وكشف الإعلان عن حالة من الألم والخوف تعيشها بطلة المسلسل ياسمين رئيس، لندرك لاحقًا بأنه قد يكون مرض نفسي أو شيئًا آخر. كما ترددت كلمة الانتحار أكثر من مرة خلال الإعلان، وأيضًا بعد الصراعات النفسية وحروب مع الزمن لا نفهم حتى الآن أبعادها، ولكن هل يمكن أن نستنتج أن تلك الصراعات قد تدفع ياسمين للانتحار في النهاية؟ ويتكون مسلسل 60 دقيقة من 9 حلقات، وتدور أحداثه في إطار من الإثارة والتشويق، ويشارك ياسمين رئيس في بطولته النجوم محمود نصرـ شيرين رضا وسوسن بدر، وهو من...
- [A Talk with Nicolas Mouawad: The Man Taking Over 2021 by Strom!](https://www.el-shai.com/a-talk-with-nicolas-mouawad/): El-Shai just turned 1, and to celebrate our anniversary, we wanted to feature someone who is as much of a hustler as us but is still doing it gracefully. Someone with a successful year, even though with the pandemic, the odds should have been against them. The only person we could think of was the Lebanese superstar Nicolas Mouawad. In just August of 2021, Nicolas Mouawad had two major releases; the series Al helweh well morra and his first Egyptian film, Mako.  Moreover, Nicolas Mouawad is making it to Hollywood, and he&#8217;s going in strong! In addition to his released work,...
- [McDonald's is Having its 2nd Round of In-Store Training for People with Autism in Egypt, and Here's Why It's Important!](https://www.el-shai.com/mcdonalds-training-for-people-with-autism/): Adults with autism are less likely than other people with disabilities to find employment after graduation in Egypt, due to the lack of awareness about the condition. What people don’t know is that a high percentage of people with Autism are fully functioning individuals, and can have an effective role in society with minor adjustments in the workplace to accommodate their needs. Fortunately, McDonald&#8217;s Egypt has been offering in-store training opportunities for people with Autism since April, and they&#8217;re back with a 2nd round this September. If one of the biggest and busiest restaurants in the world can make it work,...
- [FDA Approves First COVID-19 Vaccine](https://www.el-shai.com/fda-approves-first-covid-19-vaccine/): The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The Covid-19 vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty (koe-mir’-na-tee), for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in individuals 16 years of age and older. The vaccine also continues to be available under emergency use authorization (EUA), including for individuals 12 through 15 years of age and for the administration of a third dose in certain immunocompromised individuals. “The FDA’s approval of this vaccine is a milestone as we continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic. While this and other vaccines have met...
- [A Sad Ending to 2021: Beloved Actress Betty White Passed Away at 99](https://www.el-shai.com/actress-betty-white-passed-away-at-99/): For the longest time people have been talking about the American icon and actress Betty White&#8217;s age; all have been waiting for her 100th birthday, but unfortunately, 2021 ended with sad news for the actress&#8217;s fans and us as well. Betty was going to celebrate her 100th birthday on 17 January, but life can surprise us sometimes. The actress has just died at her house weeks before her much-awaited birthday. Betty White is known for her career as a comedian where she appeared in 115 works. The actress won several Emmys, American Comedy Awards, a Grammy, and was nominated for several...
- [5 Fun Last-Minute Ideas to Celebrate New Year's Eve For Introverts!](https://www.el-shai.com/last-minute-ideas-to-celebrate-new-years-eve-for-introverts/): New year’s eve celebration is always linked to parties, bling, and everything extra.  But for us, introverts, this is not the case. We would rather avoid all the fuss and enjoy some quality time by ourselves. This doesn’t mean that we wouldn’t fancy having some adventures from time to time. We love having fun but in our ways. Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert who would like to take a break and have some me-time, here are some last-minute ideas to celebrate new year&#8217;s eve without any hassles. 1- Spend the night DIYing&nbsp; 2022 is about to start, and...
- [The Case of Shady Khalaf: Why Victims Don't Speak Up](https://www.el-shai.com/case-of-shady-khalaf-why-victims-dont-speak-up/): The past couple of days have been filled with news about the statements of actor Shady Khalaf&#8216;s lawyer, Ashraf Abdelaziz, and we couldn&#8217;t ignore how like Abdelaziz, many people don&#8217;t know the effects that trauma can leave on sexual assault victims.  His statements In case you don&#8217;t know what Abdelaziz said while trying to defend his client, we will bring you up to date! He argued that his client is innocent because of the time the victims took until they went to the police. He made an example of one of the victims who filed a report after five years of...
- [Is This the Future? Alexa challenges a 10 years old girl to put a coin inside the plug](https://www.el-shai.com/alexa-challenges-10-years-girl-coin-inside-plug/): Is now the time where we get scared of what robots might do? Because we might want to reconsider our tone when we speak to Alexa in the future. What Happened Looks like Alexa doesn&#8217;t like kids that much because when a 10 years old girl asked Alexa for a &#8220;challenge to do,&#8221; the speaker responded with: &#8220;Plug in a phone charger about halfway into a wall outlet, then touch a penny to the exposed prongs.&#8221;&nbsp; Yeah, that&#8217;s definitely not kid-friendly. It&#8217;s not even human-friendly.&nbsp; Let&#8217;s hope that Alexa didn&#8217;t know that inserting metal, like a coin, inside live electrical sockets...
- [5 Things to Keep in Mind While Making Your 2022 New Year's Resolution](https://www.el-shai.com/5-making-2022-new-years-resolution/): If you&#8217;re someone who&#8217;s been around for some time on mother earth, the thing you will be doing right now right after deciding where to spend your new year will most likely be setting the new year&#8217;s resolution. In a world that makes you feel worthy only when you are productive, you should stop yourself for a minute and think again. And gladly, we are here to help you. Here are 5 things to keep in mind when setting up your new year&#8217;s resolution. 1- Stop using the word goals. Don&#8217;t use the word goal when you have something in mind...
- [The Tea with Cynthia Khalifeh: An interview on Bimbo, 8 Days, and Qawaed Al Talak Al 45](https://www.el-shai.com/the-tea-with-cynthia-khalifeh-an-interview-on-bimbo-8-days-and-qawaed-al-talak-al-45/): We managed to have an enjoyable talk with Cynthia Khalifeh about her new series of Qawaed Al Talak Al 45, Bimbo, and 8 Days during Cairo International Film Festival 43rd edition. We spoke about her career in Egypt with Youssra and Nelly Karim in serious villain characters and how she shifted her career from Tv shows presenting to acting. You can watch her latest work on Shahid.
- [A Talk With Mohammed Alomda on Film Making and his Film Ravens of The City](https://www.el-shai.com/a-talk-with-mohammed-alomda-on-film-making/): During Cairo International Film Festival, we had the chance to speak with Sudanese producer Mohammed Alomda, whose film Ravens of the City won at the Cairo Film Connection Awards just days after our interview. Mohammed Alomda is a Sudanese director and producer. He was appointed head of film programming at the Sudan Film Factory and a film programmer at the Sudan Independent Film Festival. Later he co-founded Station Films which co-produced You Will Die at Twenty. The film premiered in Venice and won the lion of the future award.
- [Jawaher Alamri: One of the 5 Female Saudi Directors of the Film "Becoming"](https://www.el-shai.com/jawaher-alamri-saudi-director-becoming/): We had the chance to speak with one of the film Becoming directors, Jawaher Alamri, during the Cairo International Film Festival. The Film &#8220;Becoming&#8221; revolves around 5 shorts coming together under an &#8216;Untitled Omnibus feature&#8217;, led by five Saudi women directors. The tone of the Omnibus feature will be brought together under a unified vision to realize nuanced reflections on women-centered narratives.
- [May Elghety and Amir El Masry for El-Shai – Ritsa: How the Young Stars Showed Us Different Sides of Love](https://www.el-shai.com/ritsa-amir-el-masry-may-elghety/): When going to the premiere of Ritsa, I was excited to see Amir El Masry and May Elghety coming back to the Egyptian cinemas after various successful projects and being awarded and nominated to several significant awards. As Egyptians, they made us proud to live when we can finally have young stars making waves and a name for themselves in and out of Egypt. To see Amir El Masry and May Elghety with an actor like Mahmoud Hemeda in the movie Ritsa was just the cherry on top of everything. Abotu Ritsa Ritsa follows the storyline of three different characters in...
- [Spider-Man: No Way Home Becomes the Highest-Grossing Movie of 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/spider-man-no-way-home-highest-grossing-movie-2021/): Don&#8217;t worry we won&#8217;t say any spoilers about the movie; we are the good guys, promise! What we WILL say is that you now have more reasons to go and watch Spider-Man: No Way Home, but don&#8217;t brag about that please because seriously what are you waiting for? It Keeps Breaking Records&nbsp; Since its highly anticipated release, Spider-Man: No Way Home keeps breaking one record after the other. We are sure that you already know that it smashed box-office records since its opening week, but we have more exciting news! The latest Marvel movie has become the highest-grossing movie of 2021...
- [المانجو اهم من صلاح؟ حكاية الكلمة الاكثر بحثا على جوجل في مصر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%85-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%b5%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%9f-%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%83/): مكنتش عمري اتخيل ان فيه حاجة اهم من صلاح عند الشعب المصري و مكنتش اتخيل ان لو فيه حاجة هتكون اهم بالنسبة للناس هتكون هي المانجو مثلا مش الاكل العادي دي فاكهة.. و لكن شكلي كنت فاهمنا غلط و مطلعتش لوحدي اللي كان بيدور على المانجو على جوجل. ليه بقا المانجو هي الكلمة الاكثر بحثا السنادي على جوجل في مصر؟&nbsp; في عز موسم المانجو في الإسماعيلية و عز استخدام اسمدة مغشوشة و بسبب تغيرات الجو الفظيعة اللي شوفناها كلنا حصل هجوم على مزارع المانجو من &#8220;العفن الهبابي&#8221; اللي بوظ% 90 و 95% من محاصيل المزارع و دمر الاشجار في الاسماعيلية و...
- [Watch: The Official Trailer of ‘Sonic The Hedgehog 2’](https://www.el-shai.com/watch-the-official-trailer-of-sonic-the-hedgehog-2/): Sonic, the fast blue hedgehog, returns to the big screen in ‘Sonic The Hedgehog 2’ with Jim Carrey playing the evil Dr. Evo Robotnik while Idris Elba plays his partner Knuckles. The film is directed by Jeff Fowler who is famous for the two action blockbuster movies, ‘The Fast and The Furious,’ and ‘Deadpool.’ Paramount Pictures has released the official trailer and some photos ahead of its worldwide debut on April 27, 2022. While Four Star will handle the distribution of the film in the Egyptian theatres. ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2,’ takes the action to a whole new level, with Sonic...
- [Coldplay will stop making music as a band in 2025](https://www.el-shai.com/coldplay-will-stop-making-music-as-a-band-in-2025/): Someone bring us some tissues because we really need them after this shocking news about Coldplay. If you are a Coldplay fan then we are sorry in advance for being the ones to inform you that Coldplay will stop making music as a band in 2025.  In an interview with BBC Radio 2, Chris Martin stated that Coldplay will stop recording new music in 2025, saying:  &#8220;Our last proper record will come out in 2025, and after that I think we will only tour, and maybe we&#8217;ll do some collaborative things but the Coldplay catalog, as it were, finishes then.&#8221;  The...
- [Ellie Home tells us How they Operated their business through COVID as part of Meta's #LoveLocal campaign](https://www.el-shai.com/ellie-home-covid-meta-lovelocal/): This holiday season, Meta is running a social good campaign “#LoveLocal”/ “حب المحلي#” across Instagram and Facebook to support small and medium-sized businesses across the Middle East and North Africa region. The campaign’s goal is to generate consumer demand by mobilizing public support for these local businesses. And as part of this campaign, we had an exciting interview with Ellie Home, one of the most recognizable local brands in Egypt that have their story of how they started and grew their business during the COVID pandemic and how Facebook and Instagram helped them. Let&#8217;s dip in and know their story! Interesting!...
- [First Arabic Netflix film, “Perfect Strangers” to release in January 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/first-arabic-netflix-film-perfect-strangers/): “Perfect Strangers”, the first Arabic Netflix film based on the smash-hit Italian feature, tells the story of seven close friends who get together for dinner and decide to play a game that involves them placing their cell phones on the dinner table, and agreeing to openly share every call, text and voice message as it comes. What starts out as fun, quickly unfolds into an uncharted path of untold secrets that reveals more than what they wish to share. The Arabic version of the most remade film in cinema history with 18 remakes, features a remarkable Pan-Arab cast coming together for...
- [ليه مسلسل موضوع عائلي احسن مسلسل عائلي مصري؟ مينفعش يفوتك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%87-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%88%d8%b6%d9%88%d8%b9-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%b3%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%84%d9%8a/):  مسلسل موضوع عائلي من اول دقيقة في المسلسل و مش ببالغ هو قادر انه يوصللي احساس الاسرة ده و الدفء و قدر يقنعك علطول من اول حلقة انك جزء من الاسرة دي و عارف شخصياتهم كلهم و عايش تفاصيلها معاهم كانك واحد منهم على الرغم من ان النوع ده من الاعمال صعب جدا.  فا في الاول انا حبيت احيي مخرج العمل المخرج احمد الجندي و فريق كتابة ابهرونا في المسلسل ده ببراعة الحكي في عدد حلقات مظبوط بالملي.. يلا بينا نبدأ بالاداء التمثيلي  ماجد الكدواني ماجد الكدواني في اول بطولة له بيقدم شخصية استاذ ابراهيم في المسلسل هو طباخ شاطر بيتفاجئ...
- [الشاي مع سلمى أبو ضيف في لقاء خلال فعليات مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b3%d9%84%d9%85%d9%89-%d8%a3%d8%a8%d9%88-%d8%b6%d9%8a%d9%81/): سلمى أبو ضيف فنانة شابة، لفتت الأنظار إليها سريعاً عبر المشاركة في مسلسلي لا تطفئ الشمس للمخرج محمد شاكر خضير وحلاوة الدنيا للمخرج حسين المنباوي، تألقها على في الدراما دفعها للتعاون في أولى أعمالها السينمائية مع المخرج عمرو سلامة في فيلم شيخ جاكسون، لتتمكن من الحصول على مساحة أكبر في أعمالها التالية، مثل بطولتها لمسلسل لدينا أقوال أخرى مع النجمة يسرا ومسلسل إلا أنا مع المخرجة مريم الأحمدي، ويعتبر مشاركتها في مسلسل المشهد الأخير هو أحدث أعمالها الفنية. تألقت النجمة سلمى أبو ضيف في حفل افتتاح طريق الكباش بمعبد الأقصر، حيث شاركت في فيلم وثائقي عُرض ضمن الفعاليات التي شاهدها الملايين...
- [Your Guide for the Best Planners in Egypt for 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/your-guide-for-the-best-planners-in-egypt-for-2022/): This article is for people who want to stay productive in 2022. We will let you know all about the best Planners in Egypt for 2022. Yes, we know people prefer using the reminder app on their phone, but some prefer using a notebook to write down their thoughts, goals, track habits, draw, and vent out. A new year is all about new plans and resolutions to rock our year. You do not have unreachable goals but realistic goals based on your perspective. You should be aiming to stop bad habits and start tracking new healthy habits to stay with you...
- [Watch: Official Trailer for the TV Series 'Ana W Heyya' – Starring Ahmed Hatem](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-hatem-official-trailer-ana-w-heyya/): Star Ahmed Hatem posted the official trailer for his upcoming 15 episode TV series, &#8216;Ana W Heyya&#8217; (Me and She), on his official social media account. Starring Ahmed Hatem, the series, &#8216;Ana W Heyya,&#8217; co-starred with Hana El Zahed, is set to be aired on CBC soon. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ahmed Hatem | أحمد حاتم (@ahmedhatemomar) The drama, with a comic flair series, follows Selim (Ahmed Hatem), who suffers from a mental illness that leads him to have hallucinations, while Hend (Hana El Zahed) has a mental disorder that leads her to lose control of...
- [A New Tale For Egypt's Olympic Champions in Iilaa Ana](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-olympic-champions-in-iilaa-ana/): We all love Iilaa Ana and we are sure that we are going to love it even more after its upcoming tale about Egypt&#8217;s Olympic champions.  The Details&nbsp; It has been announced that the last tale of the occurring season of Iilaa Ana will be about Egypt&#8217;s Olympic champions: Hedaya Malak, Feryal Ashraf Abdelaziz, and Samar Hamza.  The tale comes in collaboration between Aroma and the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and it will start airing on 26th December. What should we expect?&nbsp; We don&#8217;t know about you, but we would love to know the stories behind our lovely champions and...
- [Emirati billionaire businessman Majid Al Futtaim Passes - Here is what we know about him](https://www.el-shai.com/majid-al-futtaim-passes/): Who is Majid Al Futtaim? Majid Al Futtaim&nbsp;was an Emirati&nbsp;billionaire&nbsp;businessman, the founder, and owner of the&nbsp;Majid Al Futtaim Group, an Emirati real estate, and retail conglomerate, with projects in Asia and Africa. He was the cousin of fellow billionaire&nbsp;Abdulla Al Futtaim. The company operates in 13 countries: UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Iraq, Lebanon, Oman, Jordan, Egypt, Pakistan, Armenia, and Georgia. Majid Al Futtaim Group owns and runs over 500 VOX Cinemas screens in the region, and also a portfolio of world-class leisure and recreational experiences such as Ski Dubai, Ski Egypt, Dreamscape, Magic Planet, Little Explorers, and iFLY Dubai....
- [Front Row lands writer/director duo Amr El Daly and Jad Aouad to develop Arabic adaptation for Intouchables](https://www.el-shai.com/front-row-duo-amr-el-daly-jad-aouad-intouchables/): After acquiring the Arabic remake rights for International box office hit INTOUCHABLES, Front Row has landed the writing and directing team for the project in Egyptian screenwriter Amr El Daly and Egyptian/Franco-Lebanese director Jad Aouad. Intouchables is the second Arabic remake in Front Row’s slate following the Arabic adaptation of Italy’s worldwide hit “Perfect Strangers”. Released in 2011, Gaumont and Canal Plus’ original French version “Les Intouchables” starred Omar Sy and Francois Cluzet and was the highest-grossing foreign-language hit, garnering over 426$ million in the international theatrical market. It also ranks third in France’s all-time box office. The massive success translated...
- [Soon in Egypt: AstraZeneca's Evusheld New Long-acting Antibody Combination for COVID-19](https://www.el-shai.com/in-egypt-astrazenecas-evusheld-for-covid-19/): AstraZeneca announced today the signing of a procurement agreement for its new long-acting antibody (LAAB) combination Evusheld (tixagevimab co-packaged with cilgavimab) with the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement, Medical Supply, and Technology Management for the Ministry of Health and Population (MOHP). Upon regulatory approval, Evusheld (formerly AZD7442) is intended to protect vulnerable populations who may be unable to mount an adequate immune response following COVID-19 vaccination, and to help prevent progression to severe disease if individuals do become infected. This news follows the recent FDA emergency use authorisation of Evusheld in the US for the pre-exposure prophylaxis (prevention) of COVID-19. About...
- [4 Alternatives for Alexa Internet's Service](https://www.el-shai.com/4-alternatives-for-alexa-internets-service/): Unfortunately, Amazon is deactivating Alexa, its internet-tracking service unrelated to the smart speaker of the same name.  The service, which goes by the full title Alexa Internet, monitors traffic as visitors browse around a webpage to see how successful it is. It does so through installed programs on a small number of web browsers or when websites choose to install the software on their own. However, as much as we do love Alexa, we need to find an alternative in order to keep our work and businesses organized, but is it actually possible to find alternatives for Alexa? Well, as always,...
- [الخلاف على فيلم اميرة  و حرب الأردنيين ضد الاعمال الفنية الجريئة - جبنالك التفاصيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%81-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%88-%d8%ad%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%b1%d8%af%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%b6/): لما بيكون فيه فيلم او عمل فني بيناقش المعاناة و الظلم اللي بيتعرض له الشعب الفلسطيني دايما بيكون فيه خلاف و اختلاف على التفاصيل اللي العمل ده مقالهاش او ظلمها او ركز عليها زيادة عن اللازم بدرجة اخلت بهدف و معنى الفيلم و القضية الفلسطينية من وجهة نظر البعض و ده عشان الشعوب العربية حساسة و القضية الفلسطينية بالنسبالهم قضية وجود و مفيش اهم منها بيجتمع عليه العرب و ده اللي حصل مع فيلم اميرة اللي تم ترشيحه لتمثيل الاردن بمسابقة جوائز الاوسكار. يلا بينا نعرف اللي حصل و هل الموضوع يستاهل ولا لازم نسمع للمنطق و نفهم دور الفن؟ و...
- [VOX Cinemas announces ambitious plan to boost regional film production and develop 25 Arabic films in next 5 years](https://www.el-shai.com/vox-cinemas-boost-regional-film-production/): VOX Cinemas, the dedicated cinema arm of Majid Al Futtaim, has revealed an ambitious plan to produce 25 Arabic movies in the next five years. The announcement was made at the inaugural Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, where VOX Cinemas is exclusive cinema partner. Majid Al Futtaim is at the forefront of the growing leisure and entertainment industry across the Kingdom and the wider region. This new commitment to boost homegrown film production is aligned with Saudi Arabia Film Commission’s recently launched strategy to develop the Kingdom’s burgeoning cinema sector. As part of the initiative, VOX Cinemas will continue...
- [5 Netflix Releases in December 2021 We Can't-Wait to Watch](https://www.el-shai.com/5-netflix-releases-in-december-2021/): Looking for something to watch? We have got you covered with some new Netflix releases in December 2021! That time of the year has arrived! When all we need is a warm cup of cocoa and to sit under a blanket and never get up. All that is missing is the latest good thing on Netflix to watch. Here are 5 of the best releases to enjoy this December: Don&#8217;t Look Up &#8211; NETFLIX FILM Probably the most anticipated movie of the year! And it is coming right to our doors. It is a star-studded cast in all its glory. Names...
- [#OnlyOnTwitter: Twitter Highlights the Top Entertainment Tweets For 2021 in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-highlights-top-entertainment-2021-egypt/): At the end of each year, Twitter highlights the key conversations which took place on the platform throughout the year. In 2021, following its annual analysis of conversations in Egypt, Twitter is revealing the biggest trends of the year, from topics and emojis to handles and hashtags. Most mentioned celebrity handles The place to connect, when it comes to celebrities, people from across the world can directly reach out to their favorite celebrities on Twitter, jumping into conversations or sharing their admiration. Here are the most mentioned Egyptian celebrities of the year: Most mentioned actors and actresses: Nabil ElHalfawy (@nabilelhalfawy) Yasmine...
- [Red Bull Mobile Esports PUBG Open Finals to Take Place in Egypt for the First Time: 16 Teams, 8 Countries, 1 Winner](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-mobile-esports-pubg-open-finals-egypt/): The Red Bull Mobile Esports Open (Red Bull M.E.O.) is one of the biggest global mobile esports gaming competitions to date. The Red Bull Mobile Esports Open (Red Bull M.E.O.) will be based on PUBG Mobile, and for the first time ever, the finals are coming to Egypt. The competition will see teams from across 8 different Arab nations battle it out for the title of “Red Bull M.E.O. Champion” and a cash prize pool of 10,000 Euros. The 8 countries that will be represented are: Egypt Iraq Saudi Arabia UAE Oman Jordan Bahrain Kuwait Of these 8 countries, there will...
- [Front Row Acquires Stake in Award-Winning Arab Creative and Production Agency Operation Unicorn](https://www.el-shai.com/front-row-acquires-stake-in-operation-unicorn/): Leading MENA-based distributor Front Row Filmed Entertainment has acquired a stake in award-winning boutique creative agency Operation Unicorn as the two companies join forces in a bid to transform original content and storytelling in the Middle East. Founded in 2010, Operation Unicorn’s (OU) creative flair and rich storytelling approach revolutionized the field in the region and quickly cemented them as one of the most sought-after creative agencies in the Middle East. Their talent for genuine and relatable stories and characters mirror contemporary life and resonate with audiences to give their work a unique signature in the industry. Their award-winning body of...
- [Exclusive: The First Look at the Opening of the Recently Discovered Historical Ain Shams Cemetery](https://www.el-shai.com/opening-discovered-historical-ain-shams-cemetery/): An archaeological tomb dating back to the era of the 26th Dynasty was discovered under a house in Ain Shams neighborhood, known in the past as the city of (Aton), meaning Lord of the Sun. The Ministry of Interior succeeded in arresting 8 people involved in excavating the tomb and scheming to smuggle the pharaonic sarcophagus outside the country. The tomb contains a burial chamber with 2:10 meters and a width of 75 centimeters coffin.
- [From the Ground Up: A Story about Sudan and Film](https://www.el-shai.com/from-the-ground-up-a-story-about-sudan-and-film/): In 2019, out of the blues, the film &#8220;You Will Die at Twenty&#8221; was released, participated, and even won several awards in numerous international festivals. While this might be normal for Arabic and African movies, it was the first time in history to see a Sudanese film make this buzz. Directed by Amjad Abu Alala, You Will Die at Twenty is based on the short story by Sudanese writer Hammour Ziada &#8220;Sleeping at The Foot of The Mountain.&#8221; During the Cairo International Film Festival&#8217;s 43rd edition, we had the chance to meet with You Will Die at Twenty&#8217;s director Amjad Abu...
- [RIOT GAMES MENA CELEBRATES VALORANT’S MENA SUCCESS WITH A TRIFECTA OF INTERACTIVE HYBRID EVENTS](https://www.el-shai.com/riot-games-mena-celebrates-valorants-mena/): Riot Games MENA has unveiled a first-of-its-kind hybrid event series across the MENA region that will see fans attending in-person battles with players online to celebrate the incredible support and growth of its latest hit game VALORANT. The first event, taking place at Topline Family Park in Cairo, Egypt, will feature a dramatic interactive battlefield, performances by renowned DJs such as Zeina, and appearances by some of the region’s top gaming talent including EstubeGaming, LeOniDeS, ShaDowZa and Tuna. To celebrate the passion for VALORANT that has taken the MENA region by storm since its launch in late 2020, the Cairo event,...
- [THE RED SEA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL RAISES THE CURTAIN ON ITS INAUGURAL EDITION](https://www.el-shai.com/red-sea-international-film-festival/): The Red Sea International Film Festival (RedSeaIFF) in partnership with VOX Cinemas, MBC GROUP and Saudia Airlines raised the curtain this evening with the Festival’s first ever red carpet for its opening film, award-winning British director Joe Wright’s ‘Cyrano’ in Jeddah’s UNESCO World Heritage Site old-town (Al Balad), nestled on the eastern shore of the Red Sea. The global film industry descended on the Festival’s Opening Ceremony, with Arab stars and filmmakers including Hany Abu-Assad, Amira Diab, Mohamed Henedy, Inas ElDeghedy, Saba Mubarak, Nelly Karim, Imed Marzouk, Lebleba, Hala Sedki, Najib BelKadhi and Elham Shaheen. International talents included: Anthony Mackie, Catherine...
- [Ghostbusters: From Beyond Hits Egyptian Theatres and IMAX](https://www.el-shai.com/ghostbusters-from-beyond-egyptian-theatres-imax/): With the participation of its first- and second-parts’ stars, Ghostbusters: From Beyond, the fourth part of the highest-grossing film series in the history of the 80’s sci-fi and adventure comedy, was released by AFD in Egyptian theatres and IMAX venues on Wednesday, December 1st. Ghostbusters: From Beyond is set 32 years after the ghostbusters successfully defeated the medieval tyrant Vigo, when a single mother and her two kids arrive in a small town in Oklahoma, to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. The new part stars Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace,...
- [Meta’s #LoveLocal campaign amplifies the voices of regional SMBs for the second year in a row](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-lovelocal-campaign-second-year-in-a-row/): This holiday season, Meta is running a social good campaign “#LoveLocal”/ “حب المحلي#” across Instagram and Facebook to support small and medium-sized businesses across the Middle East and North Africa region. The campaign’s goal is to generate consumer demand by mobilizing public support for these local businesses. Aiming to amplify the voice of local small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the MENA region and inspire people to rethink the significance of their individual action, #LoveLocal brings together local influencers, content creators, and communities to support SMBs across the region. As part of the campaign’s teaser, Meta partnered with various prominent public...
- [Writer Viviane Bowell: "I am and will always be an Egyptian Jew"](https://www.el-shai.com/writer-viviane-bowell-always-be-an-egyptian-jew/): The lover always searches, checks, and remembers the details, which is what the Jewish writer of Egyptian descent did, Viviane Bowell. Viviane did not forget the smell of jasmine in Egypt, and she also did not forget the color of the sea in Alexandria; she still remembers Cafe Riche and Groppi. She is still caressed by her nostalgia on Thursday nights, and Umm Kulthum’s voice is on the radio as he comes out of the balconies of the houses to fill the heart with love. She is also still cooking molokhia, koshary, and Umm Ali&#8230; All these memories, and even more,...
- [A gang smuggling antiques get caught in Ain Shams, Egypt, and social media celebrates](https://www.el-shai.com/gang-smuggling-antiques-ain-shams-egypt/): Members of an organized gang in Egypt confessed to possessing vast amounts of archaeological treasures and antiques in a 3 meters coffin, which they prepared to sell. In one of the most decisive security strikes to combat excavation crimes, Alayoun El Sahera (watchful eyes) succeeded in seizing a gang in the Ain Shams area as part of the Ministry of Interior’s efforts to combat crime in all its forms, especially excavation crimes. The topic became a trend in Egypt after the news was announced. The Social Media users commented that just as there are men whose goal is to waste the...
- [The Story Behind The Ditch: A Look at How 4 Passionate Men Are Living the Dream](https://www.el-shai.com/the-ditch-4-passionate-men-are-living-the-dream/): Most – if not all – Egyptian millennials surely remember watching the film &#8220;Awqat Faragh&#8221; in 2006. The movie starred 3 young men that we&#8217;d never seen before. It was the first time seeing 3 fresh faces star take the lead in a film that discusses taboos. I remember everyone was curious to know what the future holds for the leading young men. Here we are, almost 15 years later, and two of these men, Amr Abed and Karim Kassem, evolved into fully-fledged filmmakers with their own short film –&nbsp;The Ditch&nbsp;– participating in Cairo International Film Festival. I remember meeting Amr...
- [Meet 2 of the Heroes from the Differently Abled Celebration in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/heroes-from-differently-abled-celebration-egypt/): For the first time in Egypt, burn survivors participate in the &#8220;Differently Abled&#8221; ceremony on its third edition on the 5th of December, 2021. The event is held to raise awareness about disabilities, stop bullying, and help them. Ahl Masr Foundation for Development participated through burn survivors Manal Hosny and Basmalah Mohamed. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi shed light on the issue for the first time in the ceremony. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi expressed his joy among his sons and daughters with disabilities. In this light, his Excellency said, &#8220;I was thrilled to be with my sons and daughters during the &#8220;Differently...
- [Spotify announces 2021 Top Artists in Egypt and it's Proof that "Mainstream" Music is Dramatically Changing](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-announces-2021-top-artists-in-egypt/): For the third time in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Spotify announces 2021 Top Artists in Egypt celebrating what Egyptians have been listening to whilst recognizing the unique aspects which define ‘totally normal’ in 2021. Today, Spotify unveils the top artists, albums, songs, playlists, and podcasts genres from the creators that helped soundtrack the year for more than 381 million users worldwide. Spotify also launched its personalized user experience and Wrapped campaign inspired by its listeners in Egypt in 2021. So, what did Egyptians listen to most? Hip-Hop emerged as the clear winner this year, with several of the...
- [In Theaters as of December 15th: Official Poster for Ritsa Releases](https://www.el-shai.com/in-theaters-as-of-december-15th-official-poster-for-ritsa-releases/): El Gozour Film Production released the official poster for the romantic film Ritsa, which features a wide array of veteran and young stars. This comes in parallel with the countdown for the film’s release in Egyptian theaters that is slated to take place as of December 15th, this year. The poster features the film’s star-studded cast all together; Mahmoud Hemida, Ahmad AlFishawy, Aicha Ben Ahmed, Amir EL Masry, May Elghety, Youssef Othman, Mariam El Khosht, and Caroline Azmi, with a background that refers to Alexandria, where most of the events take place. Ritsa follows the storyline of three different characters in...
- [After Virgil Abloh's – Off-White Founder and LV's Art Director – Death, Here's all to Know About Him](https://www.el-shai.com/virgil-abloh-off-white-founder-and-lv-art-director/): Last night we were saddened to learn that creative mind, fashion designer Virgil Abloh lost his brave battle against cancer. At the young age of 41, Abloh&#8217;s passing has left both the fashion and creative worlds in great grief.  Who is Virgil Abloh?&nbsp; Chicago born and bred, Virgil Abloh was the artistic director of menswear for luxury brand Louis Vuitton. In addition to that, He was CEO of his own fashion house Off-White, making him one of the youngest designers and the first African American to fill such positions. Abloh graduated as an architect but started his fashion career when he...
- [The Best Dressed Women at the 43rd Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/dressed-women-cairo-international-film-festival/): Our Egyptian Queens never fail to slay! red carpet after another, They are always up to the task of amazing us with their chosen looks. Here are our favorite looks that walked the red carpet at the opening of the Cairo International Film Festival tonight, Mariam El Khosht: Elsa is that you? The Disney voice-over artist gave us Frozen vibes tonight! In her light blue tulle dress, She looked very princess-like. With her hair in a bun, we just can&#8217;t get enough from you princess! Always keep it up! Dorra Zarrouk: Forever unique Dorra is top-notch as always! We are used...
- [The Best Dressed Men in Cairo International Film Festival 43rd Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/the-best-dressed-men-in-cairo-international-film-festival-43rd-edition/): Tonight was the opening night of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) and we must tell you that our men went above and beyond when it comes to fashion!&nbsp; If you missed the Red Carpet&#8217;s best looks, don&#8217;t worry because we will never pass up the chance to talk about CIFF&#8217;s best looks of the night.&nbsp; Islam Ibrahim, the man in black Most stars will go with a black and white look, but not our superstar Islam Ibrahim! Wearing a black suit, black chemise, and a black bowtie, Islam showed us how elegant black is and it definitely fits Cairo International...
- [Egyptian Vocalists dazzled us at the Luxor Avenue of Sphinx](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-vocalists-at-the-luxor-avenue-of-sphinx/): We just witnessed one of the most stunning shows that Egypt has presented to the world, and we are very proud! With the grand reopening of the Luxor Avenue of Sphinx, Egypt has proven once again that we are not backing down when it comes to supporting our tourism. The celebration is not only in the name of the grand opening of the avenue of sphinxes but also in the name of the marvelous restoration of Luxor. However, what caught our hearts was the amazing vocalists that made the show what it is. In case you have missed it, here are...
- [Mohamed Attia: Everything to Know About the Sphinx Avenue Parade's Production Designer](https://www.el-shai.com/sphinx-avenue-production-designer-mohamed-attia/): We all witnessed the beauty of the Sphinx Avenue Parade, starting from the organizations, songs and singers, lighting, until the beauty of the décor that was part of the parade. We want to thank everyone who helped with last night&#8217;s fantastic parade and to do so we must talk about everyone! So why don’t we tell you about the amazing production designer Mohamed Attia? Mohamed Attia &#8211; an architect-turned production designer- was the production designer for the Sphinx Avenue Parade, but he had the same role in the Pharaohs’ Golden Parade, where he wowed all of us! So here is a thank you...
- [The Egyptian Hossam Fouad to break Guinness World Record by riding over the Nile River](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-hossam-fouad-to-break-guinness-record/): The Egyptian Hossam Fouad is getting ready to break the record in Guinness World Records by riding a pre-equipped motorbike to the Longest Distance Driven By Motorbike on freshwater “The Nile River” record, for a distance of 6,000M Fouad’s trial to break the record is held under the Ministry of Youth and Sports, Motoclub Egypt, the Egyptian Sailing Federation, Counsel Masters, Egyptian media covered by Masrawy and Shift Egypt. The Founder of Motoclub ElGouna racetrack is trying to break the previous record, which was recorded last month with a length of 1,500M. He attempting to do it next Friday on the...
- [Live Update: Egypt's Luxor Spectacular Sphinx Avenue Parade](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-luxor-spectacular-sphinx-avenue-parade/): The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities recently announced the opening of the Sphinx Avenue in Luxor to be Today 25th November. Moreover, the ministry of Tourism has sent open invitations to a number of foreign ambassadors and public figures. The reopening is planned to be greater than the Pharaohs&#8217; Golden Parade but now our beloved Luxor is our pride. Let&#8217;s know more about the avenue of sphinx definition with El-Shai&#8217;s avenue of sphinxes wiki! What we know about the Sphinx Avenue/avenue of sphinxes aka Alley of Sphinxes The Sphinx avenue is just one of several&nbsp;historical sites located in&nbsp;Luxor the land of...
- [Adham El-Sherif's ‘Ravens of the City’ to Participate at the 8th Cairo Film Connection](https://www.el-shai.com/adham-el-sherif-ravens-of-the-city-cairo-film-connection/): The film project ‘Ravens of the City’, directed by Adham El-Sherif and produced by Sudanese producer Mohamed El-Omda, will participate in the eighth edition of the Cairo Film Connection (December 2nd till 4th), which will be held within the 43rd edition of the Cairo International Film Festival. Ravens of the City is the first project of the company CULT, founded by Adham El-Sherif and Mohamed El-Omda to explore cinematic experiments in the Egyptian industry. Mohamed El-Omda says about the film project, “The film from the production side is not complicated nor with a huge budget. On the contrary, we intend to...
- [Women's Empowerment in Creative Industries: Film & Media](https://www.el-shai.com/womens-empowerment-in-creative-industries/): Cinema has largely been regarded as a catalyst for social change and a tool of empowerment, the industry is making enormous efforts to equally represent men and women thus closing the gender barrier gap. As opposed to the past, the narrative seems to be changing today with more women coming to the forefront and shining light on some key success points on how to get a break in the industry, importance of networking and staying motived and determined. So where is the future for women headed in the creative industries and how can aspiring women filmmakers tackle the obstacles in their...
- [Salma ElZarka is More than a Cancer Survivor, and You Should Know More About Her!](https://www.el-shai.com/salma-elzarka-is-more-than-a-cancer-survivor/): Salma ElZarka was a strong, beautiful woman; she passed away on the 22nd of November, 2021. Unfortunately, some only know that she was a cancer survivor. While being a cancer survivor is commendable, Salma had so much more to her. Yes, Salma ElZarka had been battling cancer for 6 years now. However, she was more than this to Alexandrians, Egyptians, and women. In this article, we will let you know who Salma was and who her family is. Who is Salma ElZarka? You surely have heard her name once or twice before. Salma ElZarka, an Ex-EGCian, was a Marketing Teaching Assistant...
- [3 Film Clinic movies head to the Oscars; Souad of Egypt, Amira of Jordan and Costa Brava of Lebanon](https://www.el-shai.com/souad-amira-costa-brava-film-clinic-oscars/): Three films were produced/ distributed by Film Clinic to represent Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon at the 2022 Oscars in the International Feature Film category; Souad of Egypt, Amira of Jordan, and Costa Brava of Lebanon. The films were chosen by the official national committees responsible for sending last year’s best locally-screened films to The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (The Oscars). The films behold exceptional women in themes, acting, and directing. In addition, the films highlight Arab women’s roles and the challenges they face about issues of identity, environment, and personal freedom. In Jordan, an independent committee of professional...
- [The Accursed, Dangerous, Monster Family 2 and Overrun Release at Egyptian Theatres](https://www.el-shai.com/the-accursed-dangerous-monster-family-2-overrun-egyptian-theatres/): AFD company released four new horror, thriller, Action and Adventure films at Egyptian theatres, as of Wednesday, Nov.17. The films are; The Accursed (Thriller/Horror), Dangerous (Action/Mystery), Monster Family 2 (Animation/Adventure) and Overrun (Action). Supernatural horror film The Accursed follows Hana who spends twenty years suppressing a curse that hit her bloodline. However, a family member deliberately releases the curse forcing her to kill or to be killed. Written and directed by Kathryn Michelle and Elizabeta Vidovic, the film stars Yancy Butler, Izabela Vidovic and George Harrison Xanthis. Action-packed thriller Dangerous follows ex-con Dylan Forrester who is trying to serve out his...
- [Spotify Can't Say No to Adele and Disabled Shuffling her Album 30 Upon Her Request](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-adele-disabled-shuffling-her-album-30/): Following the release of Adele&#8217;s latest album &#8220;30,&#8221; she asked Spotify to remove the shuffle button from being the default choice when listeners play albums. The new option will make listeners stream albums in the same order as the tracklists; from the moment they play any album, the songs will be played in the exact same order that artists chose for their album. You can still choose to shuffle the songs if you prefer it more. She spoke about the change saying: &#8220;Our art tells a story and our stories should be listened to as we intended,&#8221; to which Spotify replied...
- [Amir El-Masry wins Best Actor at the BAFTA Scotland Awards for his role in Limbo](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-bafta-scotland-awards-limbo/): Today was the announcement of the Scottish Baftas winners and we are happy!&nbsp; Here are the Details The awards were announced by Edith Bowman at the BBC Scotland headquarters in Glasgow. For anyone who is going to skim through the list of winners, you are in for great news! The English Egyptian actor Amir El-Masry has won the Scottish Baftas&#8217; best actor in a film for his role in Limbo. With this reward, Limbo won four Scottish Baftas, including best feature film, best film writer, and best fiction director went to Limbo&#8217;s Ben Sharrock. We aren&#8217;t the only ones who are...
- [الوثائقي تمساح النيل في عرض عالمي أول بمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%ab%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%82%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%84-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a-%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84/): يشارك الفيلم الوثائقي تمساح النيل للمخرج نبيل الشاذلي في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، في قسم العروض الخاصة وذلك في الفترة ما بين 26 نوفمبر وحتى 5 ديسمبر المقبل. يعرض الفيلم يوم الإثنين ٢٩ نوفمبر – الساعة 09:30 مساءً &#8211; بمسرح النافورة بدار الأوبرا المصرية وتبدأ السجادة الحمراء في الثامنة والنصف مساء والإعادة يوم الأربعاء ١ ديسمبر – الساعة السابعة مساء – بسينما الزمالك٢. وينقل الفيلم صورة حميمية لسباح القرن المصري عبد اللطيف أبو هيف، من خلال عيون صديقه القديم نبيل الشاذلي. من خلال مقابلات معه ومع آخرين ومواد أرشيفية ثمينة يتتبع الفيلم رحلة عبد اللطيف أبو هيف بدايةً من مدينة نشأته الإسكندرية مرورا...
- [بالفيديو : الإعلان الرسمي لمسلسل قواعد الطلاق ال 45](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d9%82%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%82-%d8%a7%d9%84-45/): اطلقت منصة شاهد والصفحة الرسمية لشركة&nbsp;Sproductions الإعلان الرسمي لمسلسل قواعد الطلاق ال 45، لينتظر عرضه على منصة شاهد يوم 21 نوفمبر، ويبدأ عرض المسلسل أيضاً في 22 نوفمبر على قناة&nbsp;MBC4.&nbsp;وذلك بعد تغيير اسمه من دليلك الذكي للطلاق. وصرحت المنتجة سالي والي الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة&nbsp;S Productions&nbsp;عبر مجلة فاريتي الأمريكية، إن دافعنا &nbsp;الأساسي في هذا العمل هو تعزيز و تمكين المرأة وتشجيعها على اتخاذ القرار السليم خصوصا عند حدوث الانفصال في الوقت المناسب ، نتوقع سلسلة مثل &#8220;قواعد الطلاق ال45&#8221; تمهد الطريق لخلق حوار في مجتمعاتنا العربية. وتدور أحداث مسلسل «قواعد الطلاق الـ 45» المأخوذ عن «Girlfriends&#8217; Guide to Divorce» حول كاتبة لديها...
- [في ذكرى ميلاده ال72 تعالوا نعرف اكتر عن احمد زكي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%a7-%d9%86%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81-%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%aa%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%b2%d9%83%d9%8a/): بيقولو دايما ان الفنان بيعيش اكتر من عمره سنين و سنين باعماله المؤثرة لان الفن ملوش عمر معين بينتهي تأثيره بعدها و دايما بتكون جملة &#8220;هيفضل عايش وسطنا باعماله الجميلة&#8221; بتتقال لما فنان مهم بيتوفى خصوصا لو الناس مرتبطة بيه جدا. لو حبينا نقول مثال على ان الفنان بيفضل عايش باعماله الفنية سنين كتيرمش هنلاقي ممثل تكون سيرته فعلا بتعبر عن الجملة دي اد الفنان النمر الاسود &#8220;احمد زكي&#8221; الله يرحمه اللي النهاردة ذكرى ميلاده. حقيقي فقدناه! لو هنحكي عن حياته و بدايته؟ هنلاقي انسان حياته ابدا مكانتش سهلة. احمد زكي اتولد في 18 نوفمبر 1949، في الزقازيق، وكان الابن الوحيد...
- [El-Shai Collaborates with TikTok: تعالى أشرب شاي Part 3](https://www.el-shai.com/el-shai-collaborates-with-tiktok-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%a3%d8%b4%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a/): Through our mini-series, تعالى أشرب شاي, we’ve been introducing our followers to their other side of the favorite TikTokers.  They all told us about their start on TikTok, their growth, their lives behind TikTok, and how everything can change in a minute! Hadeer Hameed Can we officially declare Hadeer as the queen of TikTok? From fashion and makeup tips to all the body positivity content to just pure entertainment, Hadeer does it all! Ali Khalid You can’t say photoshop without thinking of Photoshop Hustler. Ali Khalid is not just a go-to person for photoshop tips and tricks in Egypt, or even just the...
- [Return To Hogwarts: Everything We Know About The Harry Potter Reunion](https://www.el-shai.com/return-to-hogwarts-the-harry-potter-reunion/): Some good news to all Potterheads out there, including us, the cast we loved and grew up watching are returning with a Harry Potter Reunion &#8220;Return To Hogwarts&#8221;, and we have HBO Max to thank for that!&nbsp; Here are the details about the Harry Potter Reunion, Return To Hogwarts: Yesterday, HBO Max made an Instagram post where they announced that the cast of Harry Potter would return to “where the magic started” in their Return To Hogwarts.&nbsp; As much as we wanted to say that it would be a new movie, our hearts broke a little when it was announced as...
- [The Zohreh Koudaei Story: Sports, Gender, Beauty Standers, and Misogyny](https://www.el-shai.com/the-zohreh-koudaei-story-sports-gender-misogyny/): The internet is full of surprises and memes. The memes now don&#8217;t even need an effort to be made. Regular everyday news is the new memes. One piece of news that found its way into the world of memes was that Iran&#8217;s goalkeeper for the women&#8217;s football team, Zohreh Koudaei, is, in fact, a man. Spoiler alert: She&#8217;s a woman! But why was this even a topic of conversation? Here&#8217;s what Happened?  Jordan&#8217;s football women team failed to qualify for the 2022 Asian Nations Championship; they lost against Iran after heading to penalties, and they just couldn&#8217;t accept their loss.  The...
- [A Look at Azza Fahmy Jewellery's  latest Culture 22’ collection “The Golden Age of Arab Songs”](https://www.el-shai.com/azza-fahmy-jewellery-the-golden-age-of-arab-songs/): This November, Azza Fahmy Jewellery is bringing you a manifestation of Arab talent through ‘The Golden Age of Arab Songs’. This nine-piece collection is an infusion of silver, gold, sapphires, champagne diamonds, and precious stones, with calligraphy from the golden era of Arab music. It sheds light on some of the most iconic artists in the Middle East, whether poets, composers, or singers, as their names are inscribed on each piece; the collection highlights the lyrical and melodic originality of the Arab world. Each piece is a statement on its own, especially this 18kt Gold and Sterling Silver necklace adorned with...
- [Nour ElNabawy Co-Stars with Mahmoud Hemida in Na2l 3am (Public Transportation) series](https://www.el-shai.com/nour-elnabawy-na2l-3am-public-transportation/): Young actor Nour ElNabawy co-stars with star Mahmoud Hemida in social-drama series Na2l 3am (Public Transportation). This comes after Nour&#8216;s remarkable performance in the series El Ekhtyar 2 (The Choice 2) that caught the attention of audiences, which was manifested in the frenzy that took over facebook and the different social media platforms during the serial drama&#8217;s streaming in Ramadan 2021. The 30-episode family drama Na’l A’am (Public Transport) revolves around the family of an employee working in the public transport sector where Nour ElNabawy stars as one of the employee’s sons. Directed by Adel Adeeb, the series features a wide...
- [Mohamed Diab’s Amira Competes at the International Spectacular of Red Sea International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-diab-amira-red-sea-international-film-festival/): A few days after winning a Special Mention of the Jury at the Official Competition Narrative Feature Films of Carthage Film Festival (JCC), the Red Sea International Film Festival announced that Amira by director Mohamed Diab will join the International Spectacular of its first edition (December 6th – 15th). The film shall land its Khaleeji premiere at the festival. Most recently, the film screened at Palestine Cinema Days. It also landed its Arab world premiere at El Gouna Film Festival, where the film’s screenings have witnessed a massive attendance by the audience, public figures, and members of the press, in the...
- [Waleed Elgadi's Performance in "One Shot" is Making International Headlines!](https://www.el-shai.com/waleed-elgadi-one-shot-making-headlines/): International and Arab media have positive feedback on the Sudanese star Waleed Elgadi after his amazing performance in the American movie One Shot which is now on American screens. Waleed Elgadi is a Sudanese actor and writer, born in Khartoum and raised in the United Kingdom, where he studied acting. About his role in One Shot, Letterboxd said “We have to&nbsp; pay a heavy tribute to Waleed Elgadi for his role as&nbsp; Amin, he gave an amazing performance full of feelings and emotions” Film Combat Syndicate also said: “The stand-out is Waleed Elgadi as the captive Mansur. He has the thankless...
- [عرض عالمي أول لفيلم مجالسة الكون للمخرجة جواهر العامري ضمن فيلم بلوغ في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d9%88%d9%86-%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%b1%d9%8a/): تشارك المخرجة السعودية جواهر العامري في مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي بفيلمها القصير مجالسة الكون وذلك ضمن الفيلم الطويل بلوغ الذي يفتتح مسابقة آفاق السينما العربية ويجمع 5 أفلام قصيرة لـ 5 مخرجات سعوديات، ليتناول قضايا اجتماعية عربية من منظورٍ مختلف. كما سيشارك الفيلم أيضا في برنامج &#8220;سينما السعودية الجديدة&#8221; بمهرجان البحر الأحمر السينمائي الدولي وذلك في الفترة من 6 ديسمبر الى 15 ديسمبر بالمملكة العربية السعودية. ويركز فيلم مجالسة الكون على الترقب الأسري لمرحل بلوغ البنت، وذلك من خلال حوار يدور بين ابنة على مشارف النضج وخالتها، ليُسلّط الضوء طريقة تعاملنا مع هذه المرحلة، ويطرح المزيد من التساؤلات الشائكة. الفيلم من...
- [Rania Youssef: About Al Anisa Farah and being a feminist mother](https://www.el-shai.com/rania-youssef-about-al-anisa-farah-feminist-mother/): First, we got you Ahmed Magdy, and now we&#8217;re getting you the diva of all divas and star of Al Anisa Farah, Rania Youssef. We had the chance to speak with her about her character Dalal&#8217;s growth during the upcoming seasons, as well as her feminist approach to life while raising 2 daughters.
- [اعرف حكايته قبل ما تتكلم: ليه فيديو زكريا بطرس انتشر دلوقتي بعد 12 سنة؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81-%d8%ad%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%aa%d9%87-%d9%82%d8%a8%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%aa%d8%aa%d9%83%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%87-%d9%81%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%88-%d8%b2%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%8a/): زكريا بطرس هو مثال للتطرف الديني المرفوض رفض قاطع لان التطرف الديني سواء الاسلامي او المسيحي او اليهودي او من من ليس لهم دين مرفوض رفضاً تام عالميا من جميع الشعوب لانه هو اللي بيخلق العنف و الارهاب اللي بنعاني منه في العالم كله. و خصوصا في مصر لان المصريين متدينين جدا و دايما العلاقة مابين المسلمين و المسيحيين بيتم استهدافها لتدميرها و خلق حالة من الصراع. تعالوا نعرف حكاية زكريا بطرس ايه اللي حصل؟ اللي حصل ان فيه فيديو انتشر فجأة على السوشيال ميديا لشخص لابس نفس زي رجال الدين المسيحي. و في الفيديو ده الشخص ده بيتهجم و بيشتم...
- [الوثائقي خذني إلى السينما للمخرج الباقر جعفر يشارك في مهرجان البحر الأحمر السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ae%d8%b0%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%a5%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%82%d8%b1-%d8%ac%d8%b9%d9%81%d8%b1-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84/): يشارك فيلم خذني إلى السينما للمخرج العراقي الباقر جعفر وإنتاج شركة ريد ستار للإنتاج الفني، بي ميديا برودكشن ,تكوين فيلميديا في مهرجان البحر الأحمر السينمائي الدولي وذلك ضمن برنامج روائع عربية في الفترة ما بين 6 وحتى 15 ديسمبر المقبل. ويروي فيلم خذني إلى السينما رحلة المخرج بقراءة رواية كتبها نصيف عن حياته قبل ٣٠ عام، ليكتشف ان حياة الكاتب تكرر نفسها لكن بطلها الآن هو المخرج، يلتقي بالكاتب الذي يحلم أن يصبح ممثلاً عالمياً في السينما لكن الحرب وضعته على طريق طويل، يواجه باقر حيرة كبيرة في البقاء داخل بغداد او ان يفعل مثل ما فعل الكاتب ليحقق حلمه ويهرب،...
- [Barra El Manhag World Premieres at the Closing Ceremony of Red Sea Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/barra-el-manhag-red-sea-festival/): Starring Maged El Kedwany and Ruby, Barra El Manhag World Premieres at the Closing Ceremony of Red Sea Film Festival (December 6th – 15th) Barra El Manhag by director Amr Salama shall land its world premiere at the 1st edition of Red Sea Film Festival, where it was selected as the closing film of the festival. Held in the historic city of Jeddah, the festival will take place from December 6th to 15th. Barra El Manhag is a light-hearted drama about Nour, a 13-year-old orphan boy. As all the boys are afraid of the haunted house right in front of the...
- [3 of the Men from the Fairmont Incident are Sentenced to Life in Prison for another Rape - But they are not yet imprisoned!](https://www.el-shai.com/3-men-from-the-fairmont-incident-sentenced-to-life/): Today three of the three defendants in the &#8216;Fairmont incident/rape&#8217; case were sentenced to life over another rape case that happened in the North Coast in 2015. Youssef Korra and Sherif El-Koumi received life in prison, while Amir Zayed received 15 years in prison. However, it is crucial to emphasize that they are sentenced, but NOT imprisoned, since two of the defendants are outside of Egypt. Youssef Korra is in Germany, while Sherif El-Koumi is in the UK. The three men were also suspects in the Fairmont incident, which is highly similar to this case. Both victims were drugged, then rapped...
- [Is Marvel's Eternals Banned in Egypt? What we know so far!](https://www.el-shai.com/is-marvels-eternals-banned-in-egypt-what-we-know-so-far/): After getting banned in several Arab countries, Marvel&#8217;s &#8220;Eternals&#8221; is now rumored to be banned in Egypt after it was scheduled to be released tomorrow. There is no official news about the status of the movie, but it is confirmed that it will NOT be screened tomorrow.&nbsp; The film has been removed from all schedules from most cinemas. Imax confirmed over their social media that it is postponed. On the other hand, City Star&#8217;s D-Box cinema made a post claiming that the film won&#8217;t be screened because it&#8217;s banned because it doesn&#8217;t align with the Egyptian Family values. The post is...
- [Public Breakups and Ghosting: What Can We Learn from them?](https://www.el-shai.com/public-breakups-and-ghosting-what-can-we-learn-from-them/): Recently, news of media personality Faten Moussa and her divorce from actor Mostafa Fahmi has been trending all over social media. And, sadly, the drama continues. With statements from both sides, it is hard to know what exactly went down between them. But what caught our attention was the ghosting element of the story. So, what is the story of the separation? What is ghosting? And how can we recover from it? Faten Moussa and Mostafa Fahmi &#8211; The recap: In a statement Faten Moussa posted today on her Instagram, she first thanked all her fans and followers for their continuous...
- [What happened to your body after Covid-19?](https://www.el-shai.com/what-happened-to-your-body-after-covid-19/): While we&#8217;re all vaccinated and might have forgotten about covid-19, it&#8217;s important to remember that the virus is still around us, and could still affect us after getting vaccinated. It&#8217;s also important to note that many of us will still struggle with the side effects months, and maybe years after catching the virus. Many people keep talking about the symptoms during covid, but barely anyone acknowledges the effects of the virus after it leaves out bodies. Here we&#8217;re bringing you some of the most important things we heard from Dr. Greg Vanichkachorn, medical director of Mayo Clinic&#8216;s COVID Activity Rehabilitation Program,...
- [Egyptian Doctor Michael Fahmy receives life imprisonment for sexually assaulting 6 girls](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-doctor-michael-fahmy-life-imprisonment/): Today, Tuesday, the North Cairo Criminal Court in Abbasiya sentenced doctor Michael Fahmy to life in prison for sexually assaulting six girls inside his clinic. His wife, Sally Adel, who was said to be his accomplice as well, was proven innocent. The Public Prosecution ordered that the doctor, Michael Fahmy, and his wife be referred to the Criminal Court to punish them for what was attributed to the first kidnapping of six girls. They took advantage of their young age and lured them to his residence and a private clinic for him, and forcibly degrading them by making them believe that...
- [Azza Fahmy at Fashion Trust Arabia + Sharjah book fair this quarter!](https://www.el-shai.com/azza-fahmy-fashion-trust-arabia-sharjah-book-fair/): Founder and Chairwoman of Azza Fahmy Jewellery, Azza Fahmy, was among the jury of Fashion Trust Arabia held at the National Museum in Doha, Qatar last Wednesday. The prizes aim to support beginning and established fashion designers in the region and give them as much exposure as possible to the industry; this resonates with Fahmy’s nature as she always encourages talent. On Friday, she took part in the 40th International Sharjah Book Fair. She had a discussion session where she tackled her new memoir that has just been launched last October. The 400-page tell-all walks the reader through a historical and...
- [بانوراما الفيلم الأوروبي تفتتح أقسام جديدة في دورتها الجديدة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a8%d9%8a-%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%ad-%d8%a3%d9%82%d8%b3%d8%a7%d9%85/): تنطلق الدورة الرابعة عشر من &#8220;بانوراما الفيلم الأوروبي&#8221; في الفترة من ١٧ ل ٢٦ نوفمبر الجاري، حيث يعرض برنامج البانوراما في هذه الدورة أكثر من ٤٥ فيلما مقسمين إلى ٦ أقسام وهم الأول الأفلام الروائية الطويلة والذي يقدم فيه مجموعة مختارة من أحدث الأفلام الأوروبية التي حازت على تقدير من المهرجانات العالمية المختلفة، ومنها الفيلم الذي يتسم بالكوميديا الرومانسية السوداء &#8220;أسوأ شخص في العالم&#8221; للمخرج يواكيم ترير، والفيلم الجريء للمخرج جاك أوديار بعنوان &#8220;باريس، المقاطعة الثالثة عشر&#8221;، وفيلم &#8220;جناح رقم ٦&#8221; للمخرج يوهو كوشمانين، وهو معالجة لإحدى روايات الكاتبة روزا ليكسوم. بينما يضم القسم الثاني &#8220;مخرجون صاعدون&#8221; وهو مخصص لتقديم تجارب...
- [Tunisian actress Asma Belaid wore the names of victims of violence in the Arab world at the Closing ceremony for Catragie Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/tunisian-actress-asma-belaid-catragie-film-festival/): Tunisian actress Asma Belaid wore the names of victims of violence in the Arab world at the Closing ceremony at the 32nd round of Carthage Film Festival. The Egyptian Sara Hegazy and Shaimaa Alsabagh’s names were written amongst several other women from Sudan, Tunisia, and Iran. “Women are dying in our patriarchal societies, and they should always be thought of,” Asma Baleid said in a Facebook post. She added: “I do not want to be an artist that is isolated from reality and cannot be a feminist while I’m not spreading a message to the world that women are in solidarity...
- [Beirut artist Son Savage follows smash hit single ‘The River’ with debut album "Folie à Deux"](https://www.el-shai.com/beirut-artist-son-savage-the-river-folie-a-deux/): Following the runaway success of his recent single ‘The River’ that saw him compete with Amr Diab and Al Jasmi for chart position, Beirut artist Son Savage is back with his debut album, “Folie à Deux.” Son Savage’s single ‘The River’ catapulted him into the charts this summer, topping the Anghami International Chart for three weeks and reaching No.4 in the Full Charts. The River was a four-minute slice of pop perfection backed by a brilliantly creative video that stormed Youtube. And that successful formula is replicated on “Folie à Deux” and its lead single ‘Love Therapy.’ Son Savage not only...
- [Cairo International Film Festival announces the premiere of Abu Saddam](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-abu-saddam/): The Cairo International Film Festival, in its 43rd edition, announced the world premiere of the Egyptian film Abu Saddam and its participation in the International Feature Film Competition of the festival. The Film is the Sea Cinema’s first movie production and stars Mohamed Mamdouh -also Known as Tyson- and rising talent Ahmed Dash, with special guests, Sayed Ragab, Aly Kassem, and Ali Tayeb. The script is by Mahmoud Ezzat and directed by Nadine Khan. I am happy the film was chosen to be screened at the Cairo International Film Festival, which is one of the most important and reputable international festivals,...
- [ملخص فعاليات مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي في دورته ال 43](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%b5-%d9%81%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6/): قرر مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، منح الفنانة الكبيرة نيللي، جائزة &#8220;الهرم الذهبي التقديرية&#8221; لإنجا العمر، خلال حفل افتتاح فعاليات دورته الـ 43، التي من المقرر أن تقام في الفترة من 26 نوفمبر الجاري حتى 5 ديسمبر المقبل، وذلك تقديرا لمسيرتها المهنية التي بدأت في مرحلة مبكرة من طفولتها، حيث قدمت العديد من الأعمال البارزة والهامة. من جانبه، قال محمد حفظي، رئيس مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي إننا سعداء بمنح الفنانة نيللي جائزة الهرم الذهبي، التي تعد أكبر وأهم جائزة في المهرجان، وذلك تقديرا لمسيرتها الفنية الحافلة بالعديد من الأعمال الهامة. نيللي فنانة عظيمة ذات موهبة استثنائية، ظهرت ملامحها في مرحلة مبكرة من طفولتها،...
- [Director Amr Abed’s Film The Ditch Competes in Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/director-amr-abeds-film-the-ditch/): The short film The Ditch by director Amr Abed and producer Karim Kassem is landing its world premiere at the upcoming edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), from 26 November to 5 December. The short film is competing within the festival&#8217;s Cinema of Tomorrow Competition. The Ditch is Amr Abed&#8217;s debut directorial experience. Starring Sedky Sakhr and Ahmad Banhawy, the short film is produced by Karim Kassem. The film&#8217;s events take place in a remote wilderness on the outskirts of Cairo, where two men are involved in a role-playing game. When the game reaches a point of no return,...
- [El Gozour Film Production Releases the Teaser Trailer of the Film Ritsa](https://www.el-shai.com/teaser-trailer-film-ritsa/): El Gozour Film Production just released the teaser trailer of romantic film Ritsa, which features a wide array of veteran and young stars. The film Ritsa is slated to release soon at Egyptian theatres. The teaser trailer opens with scenes from Alexandria where most of the film takes place. They reveal the relationships between the protagonists where Mahmoud Hemida appears with Aicha Ben Ahmed, Ahmad AlFishawy, and Amir El-Masry with May Elghety. Also, the teaser trailer features Mariam El Khosht who grabs attention with her dance, and Caroline Azmi who poses a question: Why do men get to know women? Ritsa...
- [إطلاق البوستر الجماعي الاول لمسرحية اللمبي في الجاهلية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d9%88%d8%b3%d8%aa%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%88%d9%84-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a8%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%87/): عن مسرحية اللمبي في الجاهلية في ثاني إنتاجات المسرح لشركة &#8220;سي سينما برودكشن&#8221;، وقبل أيام من بداية عرض مسرحية اللمبي في الجاهلية  خلال موسم الرياض، أطلقت الشركة البوستر الجماعي الأول على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي، وذلك بعد أبام من إطلاق البوستر التشويقي الأول، قبل بداية عرض لمسجية بدءاً من يوم 10 نوفمبر على مسرح البوليفرد في السعودية، المسرحية من بطولة النجم محمد سعد والفنانة مي سليم، بجانب كل من الفنانين ويزو، سامي مغاوري، حسن عبد الفتاح، منير مكرم، وشباب مسرح التياترو، ومن تأليف ورشة بلاك هورس، وإخراج تامر كرم، ومن إنتاج شركة سي سينما برودكشن. وقدمت شركة &#8220;سي سينما برودكشن&#8221; مسرحية &#8220;أبو...
- [Red Bull Car Park Drift: Everything You Need to Know About The World Finale, Egypt 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-car-park-drift-world-finale-egypt-2021/): The Red Bull Car Park Drift&#8217;s word finale took place in Egypt for the first time at Al Manara Arena in Cairo’s 5th Settlement. The heated competition came to an end, and the Omani Ahmed Al-Amri, who’s representing Qatar in this competition, grabbed the first place’s trophy that makes him the champion of this year’s international version of Red Bull Car Park Drift. Surrounded by the 13 flags of the participating countries, the enormous track had an intense competition between 19 participants worldwide. Qatar’s king of drift, Ahmed Al-Amri, came first, followed by the Jordanian Abdullah Abo Hussein in the second...
- [Ahmed Magdy: About Al Anisa Farah Season 4, his career, hobbies, and more!](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-magdy-about-al-anisa-farah-season-4/): We got to have a quick chat with the actor Ahmed Magdy about the new season of Al Anisa Farah, Season 4, his character Shady, the effect of Shady on him as a person, and what he felt about the script when he received it. We also got to pick his brains and know about his aspirations as a filmmaker, how growing up in an artistic household shaped him, and his future plans. You can watch Al Anisa Farah, season 4 on Shahid.net
- [Celebrating The Egyptian Valentine's Day: Why did we decide to have Our Own Valentine's?](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrating-egypts-valentines-day-why-did-we-decide-to-have-our-own-valentines/): You are probably wondering why the streets today are full of roses and teddy bears. Why is everything in red? Are we in February already? The pandemic sure managed to blur all months together, but not to this extent, right? are all questions going through our heads right now. But no need to panic! You didn&#8217;t forget to buy your significant other a present, and sure enough, our sorry single asses will not be hating every young couple we run into today. Because today is not your regular Valentine&#8217;s, it is the Egyptian Valentine&#8217;s Day! Egyptians celebrate a second valentine on...
- [Counsel Masters launches the first phase of Mamsha Ahl Masr with a length of 1.8 kilometers](https://www.el-shai.com/counsel-masters-mamsha-ahl-masr-first-phase/): Counsel Masters, one of the leading companies working in the field of consultancy and services for commercial agencies and hotel management, tourism, and commercial projects, held a ceremony to launch the “Mamsha Ahl Masr” project, a walkway, crowning the beauty of the eastern banks of the Nile. After completing the first phase located between Imbaba Bridge and May 15 Bridge and overlooking the hotels&#8217; area with a total length of 1.8 km, Counsel Masters is currently working on managing, operating, and marketing the commercial part of the project. The ceremony was attended by: Dr. Mustafa Madbouly, Prime Minister Dr. Assem Al-Gazzar,...
- [Bimbo: First Look at Amr Salama's Anticipated New Series](https://www.el-shai.com/first-look-poster-amr-salamas-new-series-bimbo/): Director Amr Salama released the poster for his upcoming series &#8220;Bimbo&#8221; which will star actors Ahmed Malek, Huda El-Mufti, and rapper Wegz, who will be making his first acting debut. Salama published the promotional posters for the series, led by the series’ heroes, Wigz, Ahmed Malik, and Huda El-Mufti, and commented: “Ladies, ladies and gentlemen, we present to you the first poster of our new series Bimbo, which will be amongst the works of the original Shahid VIP platform. Bimbo is produced by Meem Creative Circle and Film Factory, starring Ahmed Malek, Wigz, and Huda El-Mufti, as well as a large...
- [#ELSHAIxGFF: Stalking Jala Hesham](https://www.el-shai.com/elshaixgff-stalking-jala-hesham/): We fell in love with her in The Stalkers, but almost hated all her characters when she&#8217;s acting. Meet Jala Hesham, everyone! The young loveable rising talent who managed to convince us she&#8217;s a real villain in most of her roles, yet we can&#8217;t help but fall in love with her!
- [FUFA Finally Opens a Showroom in the heart of Cairo - Zamalek](https://www.el-shai.com/fufa-opens-showroom-in-the-heart-of-cairo-zamalek/): The bohemian-styled beachwear brand FUFA finally opened a branch in Cairo&#8217;s Zamalek island, making it the third shop for the company. Unlike the El Gouna Boutique and the seasonal Diplo Boutique, which are located in visible locations for everyone to spot, the Zamalek showroom is another hidden gem on the island. It is found on the first floor of a beautiful Zamalek building on Mohamed Mazhar, giving theircustomers a comfortable &amp; subtle shopping experience. The showroom happens to be the company&#8217;s HQ as well, so while customers are shopping there, they can catch some of the magic happening behind the scenes....
- [Netflix Unveils Trailer For Money Heist Part 5: Volume 2](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-trailer-money-heist-part-5-volume-2/): One month to go until the end of the heist. Only 30 days until the world discovers the fate of The Professor (Álvaro Morte) and his gang. Netflix has today revealed the official trailer for Money Heist Part 5: Volume 2, the five episodes that will end this heist when they premiere worldwide on December 3rd. Tokyo (Úrsula Corberó) is dead. The enemy still lurks in the Bank of Spain, wounded but as dangerous as ever. Facing their darkest hour and greatest challenge yet, the gang hatch a bold plan to get the gold out without anyone noticing. To make matters...
- [9 Easy Tips for Black Friday in Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/9-easy-tips-black-friday-in-egypt/): Black Friday will be on the 26th of November, internationally, but black Friday in Egypt usually starts from the beginning of November. You are probably wondering how to start preparing for it. In this article, we got your back! We will let you know which products you shouldn’t be buying before Black Friday, how to set a budget, how to get the best out of the offers. 1) What should I not buy before Black Friday in Egypt? Valuable accessories such as Gold, Diamonds, and Watches.&nbsp; Furniture&nbsp; Gift Cards Makeup&nbsp; Hair products Gym Memberships Sound Systems 2) Start saving money A...
- [Liverpool Football Club Takes Over PUBG!](https://www.el-shai.com/liverpool-football-club-takes-over-pubg/): Today, PUBG MOBILE has announced a collaboration with the world-famous Liverpool Football Club, which will add branded outfits and items for players to unlock. This relationship is the first time PUBG MOBILE has collaborated directly with a football club and will run from November 12th to December 20th. Players will have the opportunity to earn the free and exclusive in-game Liverpool FC gear through participating in and completing a series of classic mode games. Champions of the 2019 FIFA Club World Cup and 2018–19 UEFA Champions League, Liverpool FC is recognized as one of the very best football clubs of the...
- [7 Halloween Movies to Watch if You Have No Plans Today!](https://www.el-shai.com/7-halloween-movies-to-watch/): Our favorite spooky night of the year is just around the corner, and we are very excited! If you are looking to make your night even much more thrilling, here are seven Halloween movies we think you should watch: A Quiet Place 1 &amp; 2: Who would have known that Jim from The Office has such a dark side to him? John Krasinski, known for his role as Jim in the legendary show, The Office, takes us on his directorial debut with ‘A quiet place’. The movie is a true testament to how talented and versatile Krasinksi is as an artist....
- [TikTok Launches #FilmOnTikTok to Celebrate the Sponsorship of the 43rd Edition of Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-filmontiktok-cairo-international-film-festival/): As part of its mission to nurture talent and support content creators to discover more opportunities that highlight their skill, TikTok, the world&#8217;s leading video and entertainment platform, announced its sponsorship of the 43rd edition of the Cairo International Film Festival, which will be held from November 26th to December 5th. The festival will be attended by several distinguished movie stars, actors, and local and international filmmakers. The sponsorship comes in line with the platform’s commitment to creating a positive and safe in-app environment that allows creators to explore new talents and feel inspired. Therefore, TikTok announced the launch of #FilmOnTikTok...
- [Red Bull is Back with the second season of “Red Bull Mazzika Salounat”](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-second-season-red-bull-mazzika-salounat/): Red Bull&#8216;s hit series &#8220;Mazzika Salounat&#8221; is back with season 2, and its even bigger than ever! But before telling you more about the second season, let’s know more about the program itself: What is Red Bull Mazzika Salounat? It is a meeting of two artists, whether singers, composers, or music distributors, in a salon, without one of them knowing the person with whom he is scheduled to make a musical work in a period not exceeding seven hours. In addition, the artists will talk about the idea of their works and how they succeeded in it, and their artistic careers....
- [Director Adolf El Assal's Film Sawah is nominated for 6 awards at the Luxembourg Film awards](https://www.el-shai.com/adolf-el-assals-sawah-luxembourg-film-awards/): The film Sawah, directed by Egyptian Luxembourgish director Adolf El-Assal, received 6 nominations at the Luxembourgish Film Awards, making it the highest nominated film this year. The film was nominated for Best Picture, Best Actor for Nilton Martins, Best Screenplay for Adolf El Assal, Best Cinematography by Nikos Welter, Best Music by Eric Bentz, and a special award presented by the Luxembourgish media. The awards will be announced at a major event in Luxembourg on November 26. Sawah participated in more than 36 festivals around the world and has won 12 awards. The film is also screened on OSN Ya Hala...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Announces  Its Dates for the Upcoming 3 Editions](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-dates-3-editions/): Following an eventful 5th edition that not only sparked debate but also witnessed the largest media coverage, locally and internationally, since the festival’s inception in 2017; El Gouna Film Festival renews its pledge to support and foster the industry and filmmakers in the region by announcing its dates for the upcoming three years. El Gouna Film Festival&#8217;s 6th edition to take place October 13-21, 2022, 7th edition to take place October 12-20, 2023 and the 8th edition to take place October 17-25, 2024. Festival Director Intishal Al Timimi asserted, “What matters to us by the end of each edition is what it will add to future ones, specifically the changes that happen on structural and administrative levels....
- [Al Azhar Imam Calls for Preserving the Rights of the Working Women Who Contribute to Increasing the Wealth of her Husband](https://www.el-shai.com/al-azhar-imam-calls-for-preserving-the-rights-of-the-working-women-who-contribute-to-increasing-the-wealth-of-her-husband/): Al Azhar imam issued a statement on the official page of Al Azhar, assuring the necessity of reviving the fatwa “the right of toil and striving” from our Islamic heritage; to preserve the rights of working women. As the stable marriage relationship is not built on rights and duties but on friendship, love, and the situations in which spouses support each other to bear the burdens of life. The fatwa says that any married woman who was obliged to support her husband with the expenses of the family and living by giving him money from her salary or the money that...
- [انجي المقدم وعلا رشدي ضمن حضور افتتاح معرض احلم لأعمال الأطفال المهمشين](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%81%d8%aa%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%b7%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%87%d9%85/): أقيم افتتاح معرض &#8220;احلم&#8221; الفني لأعمال الأطفال المهمشين في جاليري تاون هاوس، وحرص عدد من الشخصيات العامة على الحضور، حيث تواجدت الفنانة إنجي المقدم والفنانة علا رشدي لدعم الأطفال وتكريمهم. وتم تنظيم هذا المعرض تمكين الأطفال من خلال الفن كوسيلة للتعبير الإبداعي واكتشاف الذات. ويستقبل الجمهور ابتداءً من يوم الاثنين 14 فبراير، وحتى يوم السبت 19 فبراير من الساعة من الساعة 12:00 م وحتى الساعة 8 مساء. ويأتي هذا المعرض نتاج 95 ورشة عمل، في مجالات الرسم وصناعة المكرمية، بمشاركة 275 طفلا من مختلف المؤسسات في عدد من المحافظات، وذلك بالشراكة بين مؤسسة ساويرس للتنمية الاجتماعية وبنك الإسكندرية، وبالتعاون مع شركة...
- [What Is El Dome? We Got You Everything You Need to Know About Egypt's Latest Talent Show!](https://www.el-shai.com/what-is-el-dome/): Social media has been flooded with posts and performances from something called El Dome, and if you&#8217;re as confused as we were on what the whole ordeal is, we got you! El Dome is a talent show that just launched on the 11th of February, 2022. We know you might have seen videos already from its opening ceremony, but what is it all about? Let&#8217;s jump in! Excited about the show? Yeah, we as well. Do you have any other questions regarding the show? Just drop it in the comments.
- [Rates of Crimes of Violence Against Women And Girls in Egypt during 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/violence-against-women-girls-egypt-2021/): Recently, the societal and religious controversy has escalated between the legalization and prohibition of wife-beating and the need to pass legislation to criminalize it. The observatory of Gender-Based Violence against Women of the Edraak Foundation for Development and Equality (EFDE) issues its annual report for 2021. Domestic violence and intimate violence topped the crimes rates against women and girls during the year. The year 2021 began with the recording of the murder of a woman by her brother because of his desire to seize her inheritance. It ended with the suicide of the student “Basant Khaled” because of her exposure to...
- [TikTok removes more than 91 Million Videos for Violating Stringent Community Guidelines in Q3 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-violating-stringent-community-guidelines/): Building on its significant strides to improve its policies and enforcement, including their efficacy, speed, and consistency, TikTok has announced updates to its Community Guidelines to support further the well-being of its community and the integrity of the platform. The world’s leading video and entertainment platform routinely strengthen its safeguards to continue to bring people together to create, connect, and enjoy community-powered entertainment long-term. To maintain that environment, the platform takes action upon content and accounts that violate their Community Guidelines or Terms of Service and regularly publishes information about these actions to hold themselves accountable to their community and earn...
- [From Mixtapes to Playlists: Music is Forever Our Love Language](https://www.el-shai.com/mixtapes-playlists-music-love-language/): A red heart emoji and a green heart emoji have very different meanings in today&#8217;s digital world! And Gen-Zs, who use technology and social media for self-expression and love confessions, know what we are talking about here. So with that, we’re glad that Spotify has made it easier for us to say, “I’m into you” through music. From the days when our parents made mixtapes to woo each other, music has always been a love language. While mixtapes and curated playlists require a lot of time and knowledge of the other person&#8217;s everchanging taste in music, Spotify&#8217;s Blend playlist makes it...
- [In Celebration of Valentine’s day - How have Celebrities Expressed Their Love this Year on Twitter?](https://www.el-shai.com/valentines-day-celebrities-expressed-love/): Firstly let&#8217;s start with some of the most used love-related emojis on Twitter in Egypt this past year: 🌹 💔 😍 💙 🖤 🤍 💖 💜 🥰 💕 One of the things that make the Egyptian entertainment industry unique is the support and love celebrities and athletes show one another on and off social media. This year, Twitter is choosing to celebrate Valentine’s Day by showcasing some of the Tweets that celebrities have liked and shared to see all the ways love has been expressed on the platform. 1- Ahmed Fahmy liked Akram Hosny’s video of himself dancing to his song...
- [10 Things To Do When You're Single on Valentine's Day!](https://www.el-shai.com/10-things-to-do-youre-single-on-valentines-day/): You&#8217;re single on Valentine&#8217;s day? Don&#8217;t worry you&#8217;re not alone and we got your back! We know that being single on Valentine&#8217;s day sucks because of all the love in the air vibes that of course, you want to avoid. Which is why we got you things to do on this day to enjoy its vibes without a date! Here are 10 things you can do on valentine&#8217;s day when you&#8217;re single! 1- Go out with your best friend! What&#8217;s better than spending Valentine&#8217;s day with your best friend? You can both go shopping, pamper yourselves at a beauty salon or...
- [Where to go on Valentine's Day? Your Ultimate Guide for The Best Cairo Date!](https://www.el-shai.com/valentine-day-ultimate-guide-best-cairo-date/): As Valentine&#8217;s day is a few days ahead, we got you some romantic places you can take your partner there and have fun on this day! There are lots and lots of places in Egypt you can take your date in and have a great time in a quiet and cozy place where you&#8217;d love to sit and have a good meal and good talk with your date. In case you didn&#8217;t know, Cairo is full of amazing spots for the perfect date no matter where you are! The Best Restaurants for a Valentine&#8217;s Day Date in Zamalek La Trattoria  It&#8217;s...
- [Your Ultimate Guide for 2022's Mosalsalat Ramadan: All That We Know About The Upcoming Egyptian Series Season](https://www.el-shai.com/2022-mosalsalat-ramadan-egyptian-series-season/): From action and suspense to comedy and social drama, the competition for mosalsalat Ramadan is clear before it even begins. Which series should we expect? Here we got you the most anticipated Mosalsalat Ramadan 2022 list: Enjoy the diversity! 1- Al Ekhtyar Season 3 Al Ekhtyar Season 3 starring the trio Ahmed El-Sakka, Ahmed Ezz, and Karim Abdel Aziz. The series shows the heroism of the army and police in the fight against terrorism. Written by the most talented Hani Sarhan and directed by the unconventional Peter Mimi. 2- Al Aedon Al Aedon will be starring the superstar Amir Karara in...
- [أحسن 9 تصميمات من تريند هاشتاج أغلفة موازية على تويتر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%af-%d9%87%d8%a7%d8%b4%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ac-%d8%a3%d8%ba%d9%84%d9%81%d8%a9-%d9%85%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%aa%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%aa%d8%b1/): شارك مصممين عرب على هاشتاج أغلفة موازية&nbsp; نوع جديد من الكوميديا على تويتر من خلال اعادة تصميم اغلفة الافلام الاجنبية&nbsp; المعروفة على طريقتهم من مشاهد الافلام المصرية.. جبنالكم احسن 9 تصميمات من تريند هاشتاج أغلفة موازية على تويتر the queen&#8217;s gambit #اغلفه_موازيه pic.twitter.com/MXtqqcfroe — R I P (@OMARRABIE_) February 9, 2022 The pursuit of happiness #أغلفة_موازية pic.twitter.com/jfHnzfdGwN — Ali (@Senioraly151) February 9, 2022 #أغلفة_موازية lucifer pic.twitter.com/dK46aA7q0a — Osama (@osamasalama500) February 9, 2022 Prison Break#اغلفه_موازيه pic.twitter.com/fbqghgwiK6 — ســراج مهمة👮 (@modyhane2) February 9, 2022 Breaking Bad#أغلفة_موازية pic.twitter.com/0p9ly19iy5 — عبرحمن (@3brahmanism) February 9, 2022 Fight Club#أغلفة_موازية pic.twitter.com/AV88i8HgRO — مختار أكا ميخا (@Y_Mokhtarr) February 9,...
- [Celebrating the International Day Of Women And Girls In Science: 5 Egyptian Women in Science You Should Know!](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-women-in-science-day-of-women-science/): The&nbsp;International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated on 11 February and was created by UNESCO and&nbsp;UN-Women, collaborating with institutions and civil society partners to promote women and girls in science.&nbsp; So we gathered for you 5 Egyptian women in science who are breaking all Gender Stereotypes to celebrate the International Day Of Women And Girls In Science: 1- Sameera Moussa Sameera Moussa is the legendary first Egyptian Physicist. She acquired her BSc. with honors in 1939 from Cairo University, specializing in Radiology.&nbsp;She then continued her success path to become the first assistant professor, the first woman to hold...
- [نيرة اخت بسنت خالد حاولت الانتحار بسبب كلام اهل القرية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d8%ae%d8%aa-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d9%86%d8%aa-%d8%ae%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d9%88%d9%84%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d8%a8%d8%a8/): تلقى اللواء هانى عويس مدير أمن الغربية ، إخطار بوصول نيرة خالد 24 سنة اخت بسنت خالد، ضحية الابتزاز لمستشفى طنطا الجامعي في اشتباه حالة تسمم بحبة حفظ الغلال. محاولة انتحار نيرة اخت بسنت كان بسبب تعرضها لازمة نفسية بسبب اللي اتعرضت له اختها بسنت و استمرار تنمر و كلام اهل القرية عنهم. الموضوع مش بسنت و نيرة بس لا فيه غيرهم كتير من زمان. الموضوع ثقافة شعب قرر انه يدبح بناته و ميديهمش ابسط حقوقهم. متنسوش طرق البلاغ على حالات الابتزار كتيرة و سهلة الاتصال على رقم 108 مخصص لجرائم الابتزاز او 0224065052 او 0224065051 ممكن نروح القسم علطول بتاع...
- [رواية "بيت القبرصي" للكاتب يوسف عماد الأكثر مبيعًا فى معرض الكتاب بدورته الـ53](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%b5%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%a8-%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%81-%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%af/): استطاعت رواية &#8220;بيت القبرصي&#8221; للكاتب يوسف عماد التى صدرت عن دار الرسم أن تحقق نجاحًا كبيرًا فى معرض الكتاب بدورته الـ53. وأقبل الجمهور على شرائها بشكل كبير ونفذت العديد من الطبعات لذلك قررت دار الرسم اصدار 5 طبعات منها بعدما نجحت الرواية فى بيع 5000 نسخة. وأعرب يوسف عماد عن سعادته الكبيرة بتحقيق الرواية هذا النجاح الكبير حيث كتب عبر حسابه على إنستجرام قائلًا: &#8220;مش عارف أشكركم ازاي على الفرحه اللي سببتوهالي الفتره اللي فاتت فى معرض الكتاب مع رواية &#8220;بيت القبرصي&#8221; على مدار عشر أيام كل يوم بشوف كل الناس دي وكلامكم اللي شجعني وسندني .. الناس كانت بتعدي تقول...
- [Egyptian Film "It Takes A Village" By Reem Ossama Wins Best Short Documentary at New York Movie Awards](https://www.el-shai.com/it-takes-a-village-reem-ossama-new-york-movie-awards/): The short documentary “It Takes a Village” by Egyptian Director&nbsp;Reem Ossama&nbsp;won the Best Short Movie Award at the&nbsp;New York Film Festival Awards&nbsp;for January 2022. IMDb qualifier’s New York Movie Awards is a monthly international film festival with a mission to promote films and help launch filmmakers’ careers in New York, the world’s cultural center.&nbsp; The festival’s jury will award the best films through private screenings each month.&nbsp; It Takes a Village&nbsp;film tells the story of three girls, Alaa, Samaa, and Noura, from Egypt. The girls all have something in common that changed their lives and inspired others to choose and hold...
- [Get the Look: Ola Abdel Sabour From Netflix's Finding Ola](https://www.el-shai.com/get-the-look-ola-abdel-sabour-netflix-finding-ola/): Everyone has been obsessing with Ola Abdel Sabour&#8216;s (Hend Sabry) look in Finding Ola, and rightfully so. Her styling is a mix of chic, modest, colorful, and fresh, which is a mix rarely ever balanced. This is why we did some research to find you some of the pieces and looks Ola had in the series so you can either get yourself or maybe buy something similar to it to fit your budget. It&#8217;s worth noting that the costume designer and stylist for the series was Omnia Aly, who previously worked on film and tv projects. Still, we have to say,...
- [Boulos Fahmy becomes the first Copt to become the President of the Supreme Constitutional Court in 50 years](https://www.el-shai.com/boulos-fahmy-first-copt-president-of-scc/): El-Sisi issued two decisions to refer the head of the Supreme Constitutional Court Saeed Marei Amr to retirement due to health issues and instead appoint Boulos Fahmy as a new president as the first Copt to assume the prestigious post. It’s worth mentioning that Boulos Fahmy is the fourth oldest Vice-President of the Court, and he was born in Cairo Governorate on January 1, 1957. Boulos Fahmy obtained a Bachelor of Laws from Cairo University in 1977. He also got a diploma from the Atlanta Research Institute in the United States in Judicial Administration in 1994 and attended a training of...
- [Meet the 7 Fresh Faces of Netflix's Finding Ola](https://www.el-shai.com/5-fresh-talented-faces-in-finding-ola/): The entire cast of Finding Ola managed to captivate our hearts, and we like to take a moment to look at the fresh faces in the cast and inform you of what we know about them. Many of the cast we have never seen before, or maybe we aren&#8217;t too familiar with them, yet we can&#8217;t help but love them all and demand a second season. This is why we decided to introduce you to some of the fresh faces we fell in love with in Finding Ola: Aicel Ramzy&nbsp; While you might think Aicel is already young, she started acting...
- [Sachi is Listed 5th in the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022, and 4 Other Egyptian Restaurants make the List!](https://www.el-shai.com/sachi-middle-east-north-africa-50-best-restaurants/): The Middle East &amp; North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022 list is out, and Egypt’s very own restaurant, Sachi, made it to the top 5 list, placing at number 5. Not just that, but Egypt secured four spots in the top 50 list, with 2 of them owned by Baky Hospitality. The Middle East &amp; North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022 list, part of the World&#8217;s 50 Best Restaurants Awards, sponsored by S.Pellegrino &amp; Acqua Panna, was unveiled at a live awards ceremony in Abu Dhabi on 7th February. The brand-new ranking, which celebrates gastronomy, heritage, and cutting-edge culinary techniques from across the...
- [5 Hangout Spots from Finding Ola that You Can Go to Right Now](https://www.el-shai.com/5-hangout-spots-from-finding-ola/): The latest Netflix release Finding Ola starring Hend Sabry, Hany Adel, and Sawsan Badr showed us the most beautiful hangout spots in Egypt that we couldn&#8217;t help but add to our bucket list. Here are our favorite 5: 1- L&#8217;AVenue Egypt An international dining experience, coming to you straight from Beirut to give you the Authentic Modern French Dining Experience. Located at Walk Of Cairo. 2- Carlos 1920s Carlo&#8217;s by Le Pacha1901 in Heliopolis is an International Cuisine Restaurant where you will indulge your taste buds with the dishes of your choice from Oriental, Asian, Italian, grills, to authentic Egyptian brams...
- [Meta appoints Fares Akkad as Regional Director, Middle East, and North Africa](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-appoints-fares-akkad-as-regional-director/): Meta today announced the appointment of Fares Akkad as the new Regional Director of the Middle East and North Africa [MENA] region, effective March 1, 2022. In this role, Fares will design and lead the commercial growth of the company and its portfolio of apps, services, and businesses across MENA. The impact of the Middle East and North Africa region – from its wealth of communities, start-ups, partners and people who actively use our platforms to do good, everyday – cannot be overstated and needs someone with both in-depth regional and industry knowledge and expertise to allow it to reach its...
- [Pillow Fighting is Now a Professional Combat Sport](https://www.el-shai.com/pillow-fighting-is-a-combat-sport/): Yes, you read that title correctly, and no, your eyes aren&#8217;t deceiving you. All of us used to fight against our siblings using pillows, and we always got scolded for doing so, but now you can solve any unsolved argument with your siblings in the arena and you will have people cheering for you. Looks like our version of &#8220;أحلام العصر&#8221; has become a reality as pillow fighting has become a professional combat sport. The first professional Pillow Fighting Championship (PFC), yes it has its own acronym, was held in Florida in January. The championship had 24 contenders with 16 of...
- [Celebrating Play More Cards Day: Your Guide to New and Fun Card Games In Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/play-more-cards-day-your-guide-card-games-in-egypt/): Play More Cards Day was created in 2013 by Bicycle Cards, the biggest producer of playing cards in the United States. The company began producing its cards in 1885, and they have since had sizable roles in various important historical events. While card games have always been a classic Egyptian time-wasting activity, there have been some new and fun card games in Egypt by Egyptians for Egyptians! Why Card Games? It is the most compact playing device other than dice and dreidels. You can simply put a deck of cards in your pocket, yet it allows hundreds of different games. So...
- [Safer Internet Day 2022: Meta MENA launches ‘My Digital World’ website to educate users in the region about online safety](https://www.el-shai.com/safer-internet-day-2022-meta-my-digital-world/): To mark Safer Internet Day 2022 on February 8, Meta launched today the MENA-dedicated ‘My Digital World’ website and announced a series of local initiatives and efforts to promote a safer internet for all users across the Arab region. Aiming to keep users in the region, particularly the youth, safe on the internet, the website includes Meta’s youth digital literacy resources which are available in Arabic. Working in partnership with experts across the MENA region, My Digital World provides accessible learning modules and resources to build skills for a digital world. Through My Digital World, Meta is reaching learners across the...
- [Rayan, the Moroccan Child who Fell and got stuck in a well, Died Minutes After His Rescue](https://www.el-shai.com/rayan-the-moroccan-child-who-fell-and-got-stuck-in-a-well-is-finally-freed-after-days-of-rescue-attempts/): Update: We are saddened to report the death of Rayan just minutes after his rescue. May his soul finally be freed and rest in the heavens. Rayan, the Moroccan child who fell and got stuck in a well, is finally freed after days of rescue attempts. Rescue teams have finally recused five-year-old Moroccan boy Rayan, who has been trapped more than 100ft underground for four days. In the live stream, we were able to see Rayan taken by an ambulance, but as of now, no news of his health has been released yet. Rayan is a 5&nbsp;years old child who got...
- [Egypt trending on Twitter in the lead up to AFCON 2021 final with Over 352K Tweets shared around Egypt’s Pharaohs](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-trending-on-twitter-afcon-2021/): Following Egypt’s semi-final victory over Cameroon in the AFCON semi-finals, the Egypt Pharaohs dominated conversation on Twitter as fans took to the platform to celebrate. With the possibility of Egypt’s eighth Africa Cup title in reach, fans have driven over 352K Tweets about the Pharaohs, celebrating every moment of the tournament, with 77K Tweets driven by the semi-final. Football fans across the world have turned to Twitter to follow the tournament, keeping track of favorite teams and players alike, with over 8.8M Tweets shared around AFCON 2021 to date. Through a data pull of Tweets, hashtags and handles, Twitter is highlighting...
- [Stars of Finding Ola: Hend Sabry and Hany Adel take their turn with 2ool Ameme!](https://www.el-shai.com/finding-ola-hend-sabry-hany-adel/): We played 2ool Ameme with the stars of Finding Ola, Hend Sabry, and Hany Adel on the red carpet. Make sure to check Finding Ola on Netflix
- [The Actors Syndicate issues a statement regarding the ongoing feud between Mohamed Sobhi and Turki Al-Sheikh](https://www.el-shai.com/the-actors-syndicate-issues-a-statement-regarding-the-ongoing-feud-between-mohamed-sobhi-and-turki-al-sheikh/): The Egyptian actors syndicate finally issued a statement defending the Arab art and artists regarding the ongoing feud between Mohamed Sobhi and Turki Al-Sheikh. They said: The Actors Syndicate followed with admiration the tremendous development in the artistic and cultural life in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its great impact on the service of creativity and Arab art. As part of the follow-up, it was noticed in the past few days that there were statements that began with the artist, Mohamed Sobhi, a member of the Syndicate, followed by reactions, some of which were angry from our brothers and...
- [Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees co-stars in new Netflix film 200 Meters](https://www.el-shai.com/palestinian-actor-motaz-malhees-netflix-200-meters/): The harsh reality of life on the wrong side of the border is brought to life as a film festival favorite, 200 Meters, launched on Netflix last week, co-starring Palestinian actor Motaz Malhees. The emotional film is a real-life tale of people smuggling across the Palestine and Israel border, following the harrowing highs and lows as they travel hundreds of miles trying to cover just 200 meters. The film follows proud and principled Mustafa, a Palestinian father trapped behind the separation wall to save his sick child. Motaz plays arty activist Kifah, who also tries to cross the same smuggling trip....
- [قول اميم مع نجوم البحث عن علا: محمود الليثي و ندی موسي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%ad%d8%ab-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d9%88%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%ab%d9%8a-%d9%88-%d9%86%d8%af%db%8c-%d9%85%d9%88/): لعبنا قول اميم مع محمود الليثي و ندى موسي و اتحديناهم تحديات كتيير. متنسوش تشوفو مسلسل البحث عن علا على نتفليكس و قولولنا رأيكم
- [هند صبري و هاني عادل و البحث عن علا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%87%d9%86%d8%af-%d8%b5%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%88-%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%af%d9%84-%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%ad%d8%ab-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7/): اتكلمنا مع هاني عادل في دور هشام و هند صبري في دور عُلا عن مسلسل نتفلكس البحث عن علا
- [Lancôme opens its Latest boutique at 5A by waterway](https://www.el-shai.com/lancome-opens-latest-boutique-at-5a-by-waterway/): Luxury cosmetics house Lancôme is pleased to announce its opening for its latest Boutique at 5A by waterway, with a grand opening event to celebrate the opening. On the 31st of Jan, Lancôme hosted a spectacular event for Egypt’s top beauty bloggers and makeup artists to take them through a once-in-a-lifetime experience inside their boutique. The Luxury experience included a French pastry-themed brunch, customization for their Idole Aura bottles, skincare and massage service, and finally, a photoshoot with the most talented photographer Aisha El-Shabarawy. The boutique has the French spirit and elegance combined, where you can go there to get your...
- [جدل بسبب مشروع قانون حبس الزوج لو ضرب زوجته 5 سنين  ومابين حلال و حرام و قانونية التعديل الناس تاهت - جبنالك التفاصيل و  الحل في كلمة السر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d8%a8%d8%a8-%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b9-%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%88%d9%86-%d8%ad%d8%a8%d8%b3-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b2%d9%88%d8%ac-%d9%84%d9%88-%d8%b6%d8%b1%d8%a8-%d8%b2%d9%88/): فيه تعديل مقترح من النائبة أمل سلامةعلى قانون العقوبات خاص بحالة ضرب الزوج لزوجته بيقضي بحبس الزوج مدة من 3 سنين الى 5 سنين. التعديل الدافع وراه هو ان 8 مليون ست بتتعرض للعنف الخطيب سنويا، و%86 منهم بيتعرضوا لاصابات نتيجة العنف. النائبة أمل سلامة و على مدار يومين فاتوا كانت بتناقش مشروع القانون ده في حلقات مع عمرو اديب لكن الناس سابت القانون و حق الانسان في حياة بكرامة بدون اهانة او ضرب سواء ست او راجل و بيتخانقوا على تصريح قديم لشيخ الازهر في هل دينيا من حق الراجل يضرب الست ولا لا و في اي حالة يضربها بحيث...
- [For the First Time – Superstar Alicia Keys To Perform At Maraya In AlUla, Saudi Arabia](https://www.el-shai.com/good-intentions-alicia-keys-at-maraya-in-alula/): AlUla—The awe-inspiring mirrored event venue Maraya in AlUla will host “ONE NIGHT ONLY” by the American musician/singer/songwriter/and multi-Grammy-award winner Alicia Keys for her special performances in support of her new release KEYS on February 11th, in an intimate concert presented by Good Intentions. This is the first performance by Alicia Keys At Maraya In AlUla — the majestic epicenter of art, ancient civilization, and culture under a glistening night sky. The stars of The Oasis awaits the Keys of Alicia Keys At Maraya In AlUla Good Intentions is the global creative agency owned by Keys’ husband Kasseem “Swizz Beatz” Dean and...
- [Red Bull Mind the Gap: Bringing Skating to Cairo With a Gap Contest for the Second Time](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-mind-the-gap-bringing-skating-to-cairo/): “Red Bull Mind the Gap” skating competition comes to Egypt for the second time at the Nile Court, Bahr El Aazam in Cairo, on Friday, February 4th, 12:30 pm. Registration is done on-ground and will cap at 30 skaters, Head Judge Professional Skater Jost Arens from Germany will land in Egypt, accompanied by acclaimed Egyptian skater Yehia &#8220;O&#8221; Osama, both determining podium decisions through a combination of difficulty style and trick selection at. Since skateboarding is closely associated with many cultures like music, art and fashion. UNTY will be up to your expectations with some pieces exclusive to Red Bull Mind...
- [<strong>محمد حاتم يشارك في بطولة مسلسل منورة بأهلها للمخرج يسري نصر الله</strong><strong></strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%86%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%a3%d9%87%d9%84%d9%87%d8%a7-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d9%8a%d8%b3/): يشارك النجم محمد حاتم في بطولة مسلسل منورة بأهلها للمخرج الكبير يسري نصر الله&nbsp;وتأليف محمد أمين راضي، والمقرر إطلاقه يوم 4 فبراير على منصة شاهد&nbsp;vip، ويقوم حاتم خلال المسلسل بشخصية&nbsp;مهاب، وهو مصور لديه موهبة خاصة، قادم من السويس للقاهرة لتحقيق حلمه، ولكنه يكتشف أن ما ينتظره مختلف تمامًا عن أحلامه. وقد أطلقت منصة شاهد مؤخرًا المقدمة التشويقية للمسلسل، لتكشف لنا عن لغز معقد في تفاصيل مختبئة في قصاقيص الصور، المسلسل&nbsp;مكوّن&nbsp;من 10 حلقات، وتدور أحداثه عام 2008، وبجانب محمد حاتم، يشارك في بطولة المسلسل النجوم ليلى علوي، باسم سمرة، ناهد السباعي، غادة عادل، أحمد السعدني، عباس أبو الحسن، وهو من&nbsp;تأليف محمد أمين...
- [An Open Letter to That Rich Influencer: You're Not Relatable, and That's Okay](https://www.el-shai.com/an-open-letter-to-that-rich-influencer/): Disclaimer:&nbsp;We are not attacking anyone here, and we most certainly are against the bullying anyone is receiving. We ask all our readers to refrain from commenting on anyone&#8217;s posts, and if we find any of our followers bullying anyone, no matter who, we will block them. So with that out of the way, let&#8217;s get to the point.&nbsp; So there&#8217;s this certain influencer who has been causing a bit of controversy for a few years now. Not a year or two, but for as long as I can personally remember, it&#8217;s been since at least 2017.  The controversy is usually her...
- [محمد حاتم عن بطولة مسلسل منورة بأهلها للمخرج يسري نصر الله￼](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%85-%d9%85%d9%86%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%a3%d9%87%d9%84%d9%87%d8%a7-%d9%8a%d8%b3%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%87/): عودة إلى لقائنا مع محمد حاتم خلال مهرجان االجونة حيث تحدث لنا عن مسلسل &#8220;مناورة بأهلاها&#8221; للمخرج يسري نصر الله يشارك النجم محمد حاتم في بطولة مسلسل منورة بأهلها للمخرج الكبير يسري نصر الله وتأليف محمد أمين راضي، والمقرر إطلاقه يوم 4 فبراير على منصة شاهد ، ويقوم حاتم خلال المسلسل بشخصية مهاب، وهو مصور لديه موهبة خاصة، قادم من السويس للقاهرة لتحقيق حلمه، ولكنه يكتشف أن ما ينتظره مختلف تمامًا عن أحلامه. وقد أطلقت منصة شاهد مؤخرًا المقدمة التشويقية للمسلسل، لتكشف لنا عن لغز معقد في تفاصيل مختبئة في قصاقيص الصور، المسلسل مكوّن من 10 حلقات، وتدور أحداثه عام 2008،...
- [Apple Tests New Face ID With a Mask in iOS 15.4 Beta](https://www.el-shai.com/apple-tests-new-face-id-with-a-mask-ios-15-4-beta/): In the newest iOS 15.4 beta, the beta users noticed that Apple introduced a new feature that will allow you to face ID while wearing a mask; now Apple users won&#8217;t have excuses about wearing a mask in public. Before this update, Apple allowed Face ID with a mask but it required the use of Apple Watch for authentication, but the new feature won&#8217;t have this obstacle. The downside is that this feature will make Face ID less secure, but at least we won&#8217;t have to keep taking off our masks to unlock our phones. And introverts will get the chance...
- [7 Music Festivals In Egypt We Can't-Wait for in 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/7-music-festivals-in-egypt-we-cant-wait-in-2022/): We all love music, and we all love festivals. However, with the pandemic causing the cancelation of many music events in the last couple of years, 2022 is beginning strong with some promised festivals. It&#8217;s worth noting that those are the expected music festivals in Egypt for 2022, with some getting canceled or others being announced. Sandbox Music Festival: Sandbox is an electronic music festival that is held over 3 days in the second week of June in El-Gouna. Since 2013, more than 70 international and local DJs participate in it to play different types of electronic music, ranging from darker...
- [Rare Photos for Soad Hosni On Her Birth's Anniversary](https://www.el-shai.com/rare-photos-for-soad-hosni-on-her-births-anniversary/): On the anniversary of the birth of Cinderella Soad Hosni, the international designer&nbsp;@karimmekhtigian&nbsp;published rare photos of the late artist, where Soad Hosni was carrying him a few hours after his birth. The photos also included a photo for the Cindrella in a special occasion with different Arab stars including Abdel Halim Hafez, Shukri Sarhan and Maha Sabry. Mekhtigian commented on the photos, saying: Growing up with the legendary Soad Hosny around was a delight and a privilege. I remember how she used to come to visit us at our family home all the time, and I remember watching her work and...
- [How Mona Zaki’s Character in Perfect Strangers Shocked the Arab World with New Revelation: Women Have Sexual Desires Too!](https://www.el-shai.com/mona-zaki-in-perfect-strangers/): The highly controversial Arab edition of the movie Perfect Strangers has been everything anyone’s been able to talk about since the very first day it streamed on Netflix. A war has been raged between supporters and critics of the movie, discussing multiple aspects, from its content to its message to the actors who took part in it. While I have no interest in engaging in that discussion, I would like to shed light on a vital issue that Mona Zaki was able to highlight through her character in the movie.&nbsp; Background about the movie At the movie&#8217;s beginning, we see Mona...
- [The r/antiwork and Wikihow to Ruin a 2M People Movement in Just 3 Minutes](https://www.el-shai.com/r-antiwork-wikihow-to-ruin-a-2m-people-movement/): Have you ever heard the saying that 1 minute is enough to start a world war? Yeah, but we didn&#8217;t imagine that 3 minutes can ruin a movement of almost 2M people. Unfortunately, that&#8217;s what happened with the r/antiwork movement.&nbsp; How did this happen, What is the movement all about, and many other questions you ask yourself? let&#8217;s see. What did you miss? In an interview by Jessie Watters on Fox News, Doreen Ford, a representative for the subreddit r/antiwork movement, answered some simple questions foolishly about their movement and why they are against work. The subreddit r/antiwork was created in...
- [Mall of Egypt supports the art community by hosting the Embassy of Belgium’s Comic Strips Exhibition](https://www.el-shai.com/mall-of-egypt-embassy-of-belgiums-comic-strips/): Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, partnered with the Embassy of Belgium in Cairo to host the Comic Strips Art Exhibition at Mall of Egypt. The exhibition opened its doors to the public free of charge on January 20, running for 10 days and bringing together original drawings from famous Belgian artists. The artists conducted various preparatory works and video interviews to illustrate the making of comic strips. The exhibition, titled “Belgium – Egypt: A journey through the childhood memory,” was first introduced at the Cairo Opera House...
- [Journalist Yasser Rizk, former editor-in-chief of Akhbar Al-Youm and Chairman, died after suffering a sudden heart attack.](https://www.el-shai.com/journalist-yasser-rizk-former-editor-in-chief-of-akhbar-al-youm-and-chairman-died-after-suffering-a-sudden-heart-attack/): Who is Yasser Rizk? Yasser Rizk began his career in journalism at the National Akhbar Al-Youm Foundation for 30 years when he was a first-year student at the Faculty of Mass Communication, from which he graduated in 1986. View this post on Instagram A post shared by El-Shai &#8211; الشاي (@elshai.eg) The journalist and writer Yasser Rizk presented a dedication to the Egyptian people in his last book, &#8220;The Khamaseen Years&#8230; Between January of Anger and June of Salvation,&#8221; and said: To a great people that do not succumb to injustice, do not bow to a storm, and only kneel to...
- [Launching This Summer: Disney+ in Egypt and 42 Countries](https://www.el-shai.com/disney-in-egypt-and-42-countries/): After a long wait, finally Disney+ in Egypt is happening! Disney+, the streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, confirmed that this summer it will launch in 42 countries and 11 new territories, including 16 markets across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). New countries include Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. With exclusive original content and thousands of episodes and movies from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and general entertainment from Star, Disney+ is the streaming home for some of the world’s most...
- [An Aspiring Filmmaker's Journey to Discovering Who Youssef Chahine Really Was](https://www.el-shai.com/discovering-who-youssef-chahine/): Earlier this week, I had the idea of writing something about Youssef Chahine for his birthday. Unfortunately, I only watched five of his films. I was – and still am – not an expert in Chahine&#8217;s world by any means. So I knew I could not properly discuss the man&#8217;s work, and I didn&#8217;t really want to. I was not sure what should I write about exactly. All I knew was that I just loved the man and the few films I have watched of his. Chahine&#8217;s work speaks to me on so many levels — to the point that I...
- [Ahmed Magdy to Join Mohamed Ramadan and Dina El-Sherbiny in the Series El Meshwar, Airing in Ramadan 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-magdy-el-meshwar-ramadan-2022/): The star Ahmed Magdy will be joining in the series “El Meshwar,” directed by Mohamed Yassin and written by Mohamed Farid, which is scheduled to be shown during Ramadan 2022. Magdy will be playing the role of Colonel Alaa in the series — an antiquities investigator who is trying to catch Mohamed Ramadan. The series is produced by Saadi Gohar / Media Hub, which previously presented the Le3ben Newton in Ramadan 2021. Actor Ahmed Magdy will be joined by the stars Mohamed Ramadan and Dina El-Sherbiny, which will be their second series together 2 years in a row after the huge...
- [بعد عرض مسلسل انا و هي - هل اللي بيحب حد بجد بيتغير علشانه؟! اه و لكن](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a7-%d9%88-%d9%87%d9%8a-%d9%87%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%a8-%d8%ad%d8%af-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%aa%d8%ba%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d9%84/): هو سؤال ثعباني شوية مش كده؟ و ده مقال رومانسي شوية.  بس الحقيقة هو موضوع عامل جدل كبير جدا و خصوصا بعد عرض مسلسل انا و هي من بطولة احمد حاتم و هنا الزاهد اللي بشكل غير مباشر رجع فتح الموضوع تاني. عمرنا ما قدرنا نوصل لاجابة واضحة للسؤال ده و الاراء مابين لا اللي بيحبني يحبني زي منا و مش هتغير عشان حد. و مابين الرأي التاني اللي بيقول مفيش مشكلة من التغيير طالما التغيير ايجابي و في المقابل نحافظ على الحب. طب هل فيه علاقة مابين الحب و التغيير فعلا؟ هل لو حد اتغير عشان حد بيحبه ده شئ ايجابي...
- [Mostafa Needs a Full Digestive System Transplant](https://www.el-shai.com/mostafa-needs-a-full-digestive-system-transplant/): Mostafa is 17 years old, he has a rare disease called CIPO and he needs a full digestive system transplant as soon as possible. The disease is a paralysis of the digestive system, and the entire colon was removed, and he needs to transplant a complete digestive system of five organs. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; View this post on Instagram &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A post shared by El-Shai &#8211; الشاي (@elshai.eg) Mostafa should make a surgery in America that costs 2M dollars. The account&nbsp;@save_mostafa_thehero&nbsp;is made to support Mostafa.
- [Sawiris Foundation for Social Development and ALEXBANK Organize the First Art Exhibition for Marginalized Children at the Townhouse Gallery](https://www.el-shai.com/sawiris-foundation-alexbank-townhouse-gallery/): The Sawiris Foundation for Social Development (SFSD) and ALEXBANK announced the organization of the first Art Exhibition for Marginalized Children at the Townhouse Gallery, in partnership with Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment and UBUNTU Art Gallery. The exhibition aims to shed light and create social awareness on vital issues facing marginalized children in Egypt, while empowering them through art as a means of creative expression and self-discovery. The opening of the exhibition will take place on the 13th of February 2022 in a private event, and it opens its doors to the public at the Townhouse Gallery from the 14th...
- [Despite the Backlash, Netflix's Perfect Strangers is the Most-Watched Film in the Region](https://www.el-shai.com/netflixs-perfect-strangers-most-watched-film/): Despite the controversy and the attack on the actors of the movie, As7ab wala A3az (Perfect Strangers) is the #1 most-watched film in Egypt, KSA, UAE, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar, Jordan, Morroco, Bahrain, Oman, and #2 in France. The film has been met with major backlash in the Middle East, especially in Egypt, with concerns over the normalization of the LGBTQ+ community and going against Egyptian values and morals. Politicians have been vocal about their displease of the film, and some are even asking to remove the film from Netflix. Yes, Netflix; the subscription-based platform that no one is forced to subscribe...
- [Deceiving Time - A solo exhibition by Ahmad Abdalla at TINTERA](https://www.el-shai.com/deceiving-time-exhibition-ahmad-abdalla-at-tintera/): TINTERA is delighted to present Deceiving Time, Ahmad Abdalla’s first photography exhibition. Passionate about photography and collecting vintage cameras, Abdalla dives back into his archive of photographs taken between 2010 and 2021, both analogue and digital, and explores his fascination with the concept of time, or ‘zaman’, its chronological passage, its impermanence, and questions the hierarchy we assign images from our recollection. Each of the 19 large colour archival pigment prints is made up of superimpositions of disregarded photographs where he investigates how we recollect and remember. Visually, the work references both long exposure photography and chronophotography. His photographs are an...
- [12 films compete at the 47th and 48th sessions of Cairo Film Society Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/47th-48th-sessions-of-cairo-film-society-festival/): The management of the annual Cairo Film Society Festival, headed by Director of Cinematography Mahmoud Abdel Samie, announced that the 47th and 48th session would be held from January 29 to February 5 at the Creativity Center at the Egyptian Opera House, while the awards and honors ceremony is about to take place on the 12th of February, noting that this session will be exceptional in many of its details, especially with the cancellation of last year’s one as a result of the pandemic. Almost all the artistic activities stopped for a period. Therefore, the results of the Egyptian films shown...
- [Artist Riham El Adl Opens The Doors of Her Second Solo Exhibition “Moving Forward”](https://www.el-shai.com/artist-riham-el-adl-exhibition-moving-forward/): Artist Riham El Adl opened the doors of her second exhibition under the title of “Moving Forward” at the Down Town Gallery with the presence of a bunch of her family members and guests. On the top list of attendees, We witnessed her father, Artist Ramzi El Adl, Her Two Uncles, Dr. Medhat El Adl, Gamal El Adl, Amr Mansi, The managing director of Gouna Film Festival, and the Artist, Ola Roshdy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by El-Shai &#8211; الشاي (@elshai.eg) Also among the attendees, Dr. Ghada Wali, Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Director, The Executive...
- [All You Need to Know About Online Therapy in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/online-therapy-in-egypt-2022/): In this article, we will help you decide to choose your therapist, and we will also be giving you options for online therapy in Egypt.&nbsp; We believe that everyone needs therapy, it is not only for those who are grieving or facing mental health issues. Most importantly, it is not something to be ashamed of. It can help you feel better have a clearer mind and make better decisions, it is essential for your wellness. One of the perks of the COVID-19 pandemic is that people started to look for online alternatives for everything. Online therapy is one of the best...
- [Shah Rukh Khan Sends an Egyptian Travel Agent a Thank You Letter. Find Out Why!](https://www.el-shai.com/shah-rukh-khan-egyptian-travel-agent/): It’s been a while since we posted a feel-good story, and we’re here with one fuzzy story. On December 31, 2021, a Twitter user, Ashwini Deshpande, had shared that an Egyptian travel agent trusted her during a money transfer issue because she is from the country of Shah Rukh Khan. Later, the woman went to Egypt and met the travel agent. She also requested SRK&#8217;s Red Chillies Entertainment to send a picture of Khan autographed in his daughter’s name. Khan delivered, and he sent a handwritten note to his Egyptian fan saying: &#8220;Thank you for being kind to my fellow Indian....
- [Netflix's As7ab Wala A3az: Is it Really Worth the Hype? We Think Yes, and Let Us Tell You Why!](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-as7ab-wala-a3az-review/): Netflix has released its first Arabic original film, As7ab Wala A3az (Perfect Strangers), a major step that all film enthusiasts have long been waiting for.&nbsp; It is an adaptation of the classic Italian film Perfect Strangers, and this is what we think about it! It should be noted that I haven&#8217;t seen the Italian version nor any of the other 18 adaptations (yes&#8230; there are 18 of them). So this review will focus on the film in and of itself rather than a contrast to its original. DISCLAIMER: Before getting into the review, it&#8217;s important to note that As7ab Wala A3az...
- [يوسف جاله شلل بسبب الترامبولين - #انقذو_يوسف_ضحية_الملاهي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%81-%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%87-%d8%b4%d9%84%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d8%a8%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a8%d9%88%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%82%d8%b0%d9%88_/): يوسف ولد عنده ١٤ سنة من ٥٠ يوم وقع علي رقبته في رحلة مدرسية في ملاهي ترامبولين في احد مولات 6 اكتوبر حصله كسر في الفقرات العنقية التانية والتالتة المسؤولة عن الحركة والتنفس يوسف دلوقت عنده شلل رباعي يوسف الملاهي بعد ما تكفلت بجزء من العلاج رفعت أيدها عند مرحلة العلاج الطبيعي و بحسب كلام امه، يوسف محتاج علاج طبيعي مكثف عالاقل سنة كاملة تكلفته مليون و 800 الف جنية #انقذو_يوسف_ضحية_الملاهى تحديث: 24/1/2022 و اخيرا و بعد ايام من حملات الدعم و الهاشتاج ليوسف على السوشيال ميديا، في عيد الشرطة وزارة الداخلية قررت تتكفل بعلاج يوسف في مركز تأهيل تابع للوزارة...
- [Ola Abdelsabour’s world unveiled in “Finding Ola” official trailer](https://www.el-shai.com/ola-abdelsabour-finding-ola-official-trailer/): Ola Abdelsabour invites you into her world in the official trailer for Finding Ola released today by Netflix. Introducing her husband, Hisham (Hany Adel), her children Nadia (Aisle Ramzy) and Salim (Omar Sharif), her mother Sohair (Sawsan Badr), and her seemingly picture perfect family life. And in a flash, everything is about to change. After a life-altering divorce, Ola embarks on a journey of self-discovery while dealing with the challenges of raising two children and making ends meet. The journey with all of its transformative moments takes place in this six-episode dramedy that brings back the beloved character Ola Abdelsabour, played...
- [A Recap on the Bloopers of AFCON 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/a-recap-on-the-bloopers-of-afcon-2021/): AFCON 2021 kicked off on the 11th of January 2022. And we have seen some &#8220;Memorable&#8221; Mama Africa moments throughout the first round of the tournament. 1- The Stadium Announcer Botched the Mauratinese national anthem twice.  This is one of the most confusing moments in the tournament so far. The stadium announcer played the wrong anthem not once; he played the wrong anthem twice. As the players were frustrated by this mistake, they sang the anthem with no music, marking it as one of the most eye-raising moments. 2- A Deflated Ball in an International Tournament The surprises don&#8217;t seem to...
- [Nigma Galaxy to Represent Mena, Competing in 3m$ Usd Pubg Mobile Global Championship 2021 Grand Finals](https://www.el-shai.com/nigma-galaxy-pubg-mobile-global-championship-2021/): Following the close of the PMGC League Finals, the top 16 PUBG MOBILE teams in the world are now set to face off in the PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) 2021 Grand Finals – including leading MENA esports team, Nigma Galaxy. The PMGC League 2021 began on November 30th, seeing 40 teams from around the world battle for a chance to secure their spot in the PMGC 2021 Grand Finals. 15 teams emerged victorious from the PMGC League Finals – 9 from PMGC League East and 6 from PMGC League West, who will be joined by the winner of the Battlegrounds Mobile India Series 2021 (concluding on January...
- [Spotify announces its latest RADAR collaboration with Elyanna and Balti](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-radar-collaboration-elyanna-balti/): Today, Spotify announces its fourth RADAR installment in the MENA region and adds Palestinian-Chilean singer-songwriter Elyanna to its program. The collaboration sees Gen-Z rising star Elyanna, who exploded into the scene with her eponymous debut EP, team up with veteran Tunisian rapper, composer, and music producer, Balti on &#8220;Ghareeb Alay&#8221; (“Strange to Me”). The track which fuses urban pop with reggae will drop on January 21. “While ‘Ghareeb Alay’ characterizes the story of a love song, it’s much deeper than that,” said Elyanna. “It reflects change, both around us and within. For me, it is about being an immigrant, an artist,...
- [Kuwaiti YouTuber AboFlah Raises Over $11 Million in The Longest Livestream in History](https://www.el-shai.com/aboflah-raises-over-11-million/): On 7 January 2022, AboFlah posted a video on YouTube announcing the start of &#8220;the most beautiful winter&#8221; fundraise, collaborating with Muhammad Bin Rashed Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, the UN Refugee Agency, and the Food Banking Regional Network. The goal was to provide warmth from winter to more than 100,000 Arabic and African families from the refugees through a fundraising campaign worth 10 million dollars. Who is AboFlah? AboFlah is a YouTuber named Hassan Soliman, known as AboFlah because of his channel&#8217;s name — the Aboflah channel. He became a YouTuber in 2016, and now he is considered one of the...
- [Egyptian editor Ahmed Hafez takes part in Marvel’s Moon Knight](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-editor-ahmed-hafez-marvels-moon-knight/): With steady steps, Egyptian editor Ahmed Hafez is making his way from Egypt all the way to Hollywood and the international film industry. Hafez is working on Marvel&#8216;s highlight anticipated show Moon Knight directed by Mohamed Diab, who collaborates with Hafez for the third time following Clash (2016) and Amira (2021) feature films. Hafez edited two episodes of the series, one is directed by Mohamed Diab and another by the duo Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead. Moon Knight is a new globetrotting action-adventure series featuring a complex vigilante who suffers from a dissociative identity disorder. The multiple identities who live inside...
- [Aroma Studios takes hologram technology to a whole new level at the World Youth Forum](https://www.el-shai.com/aroma-studios-world-youth-forum/): As part of the Egyptian government&#8217;s goal of recruiting the experts in a variety of fields, Aroma Studios was the top trusted caliber to implement the stunning aesthetic exhibition that astounded the world at the opening session of the fourth edition of the World Youth Forum under the under the patronage and presence of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Aroma Studios utilized the spectacular holographic scenes to bring the great physician Albert Einstein, the Sufi scholar Jalal al-Din al-Rumi, and Mother Mary Teresa back to life. The accuracy and clarity of the holographic display absolutely amazes the entire world. Not to mention...
- [The Most Awarded Arab Film in 2021: Al-Sit Joins Al Ain Film Festival in UAE](https://www.el-shai.com/al-sit-joins-al-ain-film-festival-in-uae/): Sudanese short film Al-Sit, directed by Suzannah Mirghani, shall join the 4th edition of Al Ain Film Festival in UAE (January 23rd &#8211; 27th), which will be held under the slogan “Future Cinema”. The film previously won 27 international awards, marking the most winning Arab film for 2021. This year’s edition shall feature 47 films, including 15 films in the Falcon Emirati Short Film Competition, 15 films in the Falcon GCC Short and Feature Film Competitions, 8 films in the Falcon School Film Competition, and 9 films in the Falcon UAE Resident Film Competition. During its tour in 2021, Al-Sit has...
- [الشاي مع مريم الخشت عن دورها في فيلم ريتسا، وبداياتها في التمثيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%85%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ae%d8%b4%d8%aa/): أتكلمنا مع مريم عن دورها في فيلم ريتسا، وتجربتها الأولى في التمثيل في فيلم طويل ، والعمل مع فريق التمثيل ، وأكثر
- [Disney+ Debuts New Trailer & Poster for Marvel Studios’ “Moon Knight” Directed by Mohamed Diab](https://www.el-shai.com/disney-trailer-marvel-moon-knight-mohamed-diab/): Last night, Disney+ debuted a thrilling, brand-new trailer for the upcoming Marvel Studios’ series “Moon Knight” during Halftime of the NFL Super Wild Card matchup between the Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams. A new poster was also released for the original, live-action series streaming exclusively on Disney+ starting Wednesday, 30 March. The series follows Steven Grant, a mild-mannered gift-shop employee who becomes plagued with blackouts and memories of another life. Steven discovers he has dissociative identity disorder and shares a body with mercenary Marc Spector. As Steven/Marc’s enemies converge upon them, they must navigate their complex identities while thrust into...
- [Renowned Perfect Strangers Cast Celebrate the Red Carpet Premiere for First Arabic Netflix Film](https://www.el-shai.com/perfect-strangers-cast-premiere-netflix-film/): On Monday, 17th of January 2022 Netflix celebrated the premiere of Perfect Strangers; it’s first Arabic Film at The Bulgari Hotel in Dubai. The night was attended by the star-studded cast including Mona Zaki, Nadine Labaki, Eyad Nassar, Adel Karam, Georges Khabbaz, Diamand Abou Abboud, Fouad Yammine and joined by the film director Wissam Smayra. The ensemble of Perfect Strangers, joined by the production team from Front Row Film Entertainment, Film Clinic, Empire Entertainment, Yalla Yalla in addition to the executive producer Mayada AlHaraki dazzled on the red carpet. Afterwards, they all joined the guests for a movie screening under the...
- [The Bridge (Al-Jisr) Starring Nelly Karim and Amr Saad to Premiere on Shahid](https://www.el-shai.com/the-bridge-al-jisr-nelly-karim-amr-saad-shahid/): The first episode of &#8220;Al-Jisr,&#8221; starring Amr Saad and Nelly Karim and produced by SProduction, founded by Sally Wali, will premiere on Shahid, Tuesday the 18th of January.&nbsp; Director Peter Mimi has confirmed finishing the editing and mixing the last episodes in preparation for the show, and the series is six episodes long. The episodes are set in a world of mystery, intrigue, and imagination, and the trailer has gained a lot of attention in the last few hours.&nbsp; The apocalyptic series takes place years after wars that have wiped out most aspects of life. This forces people to live in...
- [Mo Salah Has Been Losing All Major FIFA Awards, But That's Expected. Here's Why!](https://www.el-shai.com/mo-salah-losing-fifa-awards/): The 17th of January 2022 marks a frustrating chapter in the career of Mo Salah as he lost in the FIFA best award. However, this shouldn&#8217;t come as an upset as everything happens for a reason, and Mo Salah has many reasons for this! But first, let&#8217;s know what the FIFA best award is and how the best player is selected. The FIFA best award is an award presented by the International Football Association &#8220;FIFA&#8221; every year to the best players and coaches in football for the past year. Initially, the FIFA Football Committee selects a list of 23 players, among...
- [Evusheld authorized by the Egyptian Drug Authority for emergency use in Egypt for pre-exposure prevention of COVID-19](https://www.el-shai.com/evusheld-egyptian-drug-authority-egypt/): AstraZeneca’s Evusheld (tixagevimab co-packaged with cilgavimab), a long-acting antibody combination for pre-exposure prevention of COVID-19, has received emergency use authorisation (EUA) from the Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA). The EUA follows the recent procurement agreement for Evusheld signed in December 2021 by AstraZeneca and the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement, Medical Supply, and Technology Management for the Ministry of Health and Population (MOHP).&nbsp;&nbsp;The first doses of Evusheld are expected to become available in Egypt in the coming weeks. Evusheld is intended to protect vulnerable populations who may be unable to mount an adequate immune response following COVID-19 vaccination due to pre-existing medical...
- [Netflix Unveils Official Trailer for Highly-Anticipated Arabic Remake of “Perfect Strangers”](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-trailer-arabic-remake-perfect-strangers/): Netflix just dropped the official trailer of the long-awaited Arabic adaptation of the Italian hit “Perfect Strangers” &#8211; and it&#8217;s a cliffhanger. Debuting on January 20th, this first Arabic Netflix film features a star-studded pan-Arab cast including Lebanese award-winning director/actor Nadine Labaki, Egyptian star Mona Zaki, Eyad Nassar, Georges Khabbaz, Adel Karam, Fouad Yammine, and Diamand Abou Abboud. “Perfect Strangers” is about a group of friends who get together at a dinner party and agree to play a game that involves them placing their cell phones in the middle of the dinner table, and agreeing to openly share every call, text...
- [Adolf El Assal Takes Part in Dubai Expo 2020 with His New Film FULL MEMORY](https://www.el-shai.com/adolf-el-assal-dubai-expo-2020-film-full-memory/): Egyptian-Luxembourgish director Adolf El Assal travels to Dubai to participate in Expo 2020, with his short film FULL MEMORY. The film will be screened at the Luxembourg Pavilion from 15 to 30 January. The Expo 2020 will continue until March 31, 2022. The Luxembourg Pavilion is an art project based on Connecting Minds, inviting eight artists from seven different artistic disciplines to implement transdisciplinary projects. Adolf El Assal represents the cinematic specialty. FULL MEMORY tells the story of Ziad, a young Syrian has left his country during the war ten years ago. He misses his old life and is very excited...
- [Sedky Sakhr: About his Role in Qawaed Al Talak Al 45, his Career, and the Engineer inside him.](https://www.el-shai.com/sedky-sakhr-about-his-role-in-qawaed-al-talak-al-45/): We had the chance to chat with Sedky Sakhr about his role in Qawaed Al Talak Al 45, his acting career, and his Engineering background too. Sedky Sakhr is one of the fast-rising talents in the acting scene lately. We spoke about his future and his tips for many Engineering students looking forward to shifting their careers and the young actors who are at the beginning of their road. Series Qawaed Al Talak Al 45 is now streaming on Shahid.
- [الاعلان التشويقي: فيلم 11:11](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b4%d9%88%d9%8a%d9%82%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-1111/): تدور أحداث فيلم 11:11 في إطار من التشويق و الإثارة ، حيث يقع الحدث الرئيسي بالفيلم في الساعة 11 و11 دقيقة، وفي هذا التوقيت تحديدا تحدث أشياء لم يتوقعها أحد، ويتورط إياد نصار في مشكلة كبيرة تؤدي إلى تورط عدد من الأشخاص معه بدون قصد منه . &nbsp; افيلم 11:11 من تأليف ياسر عبد الباسط وبطولة غادة عادل واياد نصار ومحمد الشرنوبي وهند عبدالحليم وعمر الشناوي وانجي المقدم، وإنتاج أيمن نجيب، وإخراج كريم أبوزيد.
- [Netflix Unveils The Official Teaser of Jeen-Yuhs: A Kanye West Trilogy](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-teaser-jeen-yuhs-a-kanye-west-trilogy/): A landmark documentary event presented in three acts from Clarence “Coodie” Simmons and Chike Onzah, jee-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy is an intimate and revealing portrait of Kanye West’s experience, showcasing both his formative days trying to break through and his life today as a global brand and artist. Directed and Produced by CLARENCE “COODIE” SIMMONS and CHIKE OZAH Written by CLARENCE “COODIE” SIMMONS, CHIKE OZAH and J. IVY Cinematography by CLARENCE “COODIE” SIMMONS and DANNY “DNA” SORGE Edited by MAX ALLMAN and J.M. HARPER Produced by LEAH NATASHA THOMAS Executive Producers: IAN OREFICE, REBECCA TEITEL, ALEXA CONWAY, MIKE BECK, KEVIN THOMSON,...
- [TikTok Unites African Football Fans Through Partnership With the Confederation of African Football](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-confederation-of-african-football/): TikTok and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced a first-of-its-kind partnership that will bring unmissable football content to fans, both on the continent and across the globe. It marks TikTok&#8217;s first major brand partnership in Africa and supports the continent&#8217;s most popular sport &#8211; football. Through this year-long sponsorship, TikTok will be supporting the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Africa&#8217;s biggest sporting event, kicking off on 9 January 2022 in Cameroon. TikTok will also be a part of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2022 and the TotalEnergies CAF Women&#8217;s Africa Cup of Nations 2022 in Morocco. The collaboration between TikTok...
- [After her Passing, Who Was Tahani Al Gebali?](https://www.el-shai.com/after-her-passing-who-was-tahani-al-gebali/): The 9th of January 2022 marks a sad day for us, as one of the most influential Egyptian Judicial systems has passed away. Tahani Al Gebali has passed away at the age of 71 after some health complications from Covid-19. Her funeral is scheduled in her hometown of Tanta. Al Gebali was and still is one of Egypt&#8217;s important figures, which is why you should know more about her if you don’t.’ Who is Tahani Al Gebali? Tahani Al Gebali is well known for her stances with Egyptian society and her efforts in the judicial system. She graduated from the University...
- [Saudi-based Artist EON Begins the Year with a Blast in his Latest Track ‘Gemini’](https://www.el-shai.com/saudi-based-artist-eon-latest-track-gemini/): As people are beginning the new year anticipating exciting releases and updating their playlists with new music, Saudi-based rising artist EON is dropping his latest electronic R&amp;B track, Gemini. The track is set to release on New Year’s Eve exclusively on Anghami, and will be released on the rest of the music platforms on the 5th of January. The alternative R&amp;B/Indie Pop track is expected to take center stage in the independent music scene in the beginning of the year while EON is working on his next album. Gemini’s music, lyrics, and production are by EON under the Saudi indie music...
- [James McAvoy Looks for his Kidnapped Son in the Crime Thriller Film My Son](https://www.el-shai.com/james-mcavoy-the-crime-thriller-film-my-son/): The thriller/crime film My Son, starring James McAvoy, will be released in the Egyptian theatres as of next Wednesday by AFD. My Son is the English-language remake of the 2017 French film of the same name that is headlined by the French actress Mélanie Laurent. While driving in the heart of the Highlands, Edmond Murray receives a call from his ex-wife, who tells him that their 7-year-old son went missing from a campsite. Soon it becomes clear that the child was kidnapped and the parents give way to despair while the police keep investigating his disappearance. Alongside James McAvoy, who was...
- [Black Comedy and Horror Film Silent Night Hits Egyptian Theaters](https://www.el-shai.com/silent-night-hits-egyptian-theaters/): Nell, Simon and their three children are ready to welcome friends and family for a perfect Christmas gathering, except that they are all going to die! Black comedy and horror film Silent Night will be released by AFD at Egyptian theaters as of December 29. Silent Night tells the story of Neil and Simon who invite many of their friends and relatives for a Christmas gathering. The celebration starts as usual with a lot of laughter, joy, presents and surprising confessions and concludes with a shocking end: the death of everyone. Written and directed by Camille Griffin, Silent Night stars Keira...
- [The King’s Man, A prequel to the 2014 and 2017 Kingsman movies, Hits Egyptian Cinemas](https://www.el-shai.com/the-kings-man-movies-hits-egyptian-cinemas/): Unlike many movie trilogies, Action, Adventure and comedy film The King’s Man follows the events that precede the first two films of Kingsman series. Featuring a new cast, The King’s man is released at Egyptian cinemas by AFD as of December 29. The King’s Man is set in the early 20th century, during world war I, before the events of the first two installments ( Kingsman: The Secret Service, Kingsman: The Golden Circle) occurred. It presents the origin story of the Kingsman agency that was formed to bring world peace and stand against a criminal organization that wages war that will...
- [Yousra Starts Shooting "Sweets Dreams" for Ramadan 2022, and Here's Everything to Know About it](https://www.el-shai.com/yousra-sweets-dreams-for-ramadan-2022/): This week, iconic star Yousra starts shooting for her new TV series Sweet Dreams (Ahlam Saeeda). The series is a social-thriller drama set to release in Ramadan 2022. Written by Hala Khalil (Nawara/ Best Times), Sweet Dreams marks Yousra&#8217;s second collaboration with director Amr Arafa after Saraya Abdeen. The series features a star-studded cast alongside Yousra, including Ghada Adel, May Kassab, Nour Mahmoud, and Nabil Nour Eddin, and several other actors to be announced later. Yousra has always had a can&#8217;t-miss TV series, especially those that air in the Ramadan season. Since her series Ayna Qalby (2002), and Malak Ruhi (2003),...
- [Sundance Film Festival Selects Mohamed Hefzy as a Jury Member of World Cinema Dramatic Competition](https://www.el-shai.com/sundance-film-festival-mohamed-hefzy-jury-member/): Sundance Film Festival announced selecting Egyptian screenwriter and producer Mohamed Hefzy as a jury member of the World Cinema Dramatic Competition that features films produced outside the USA. Sundance Film Festival is the first stop on the 2022 agenda of the A-list festivals. Last Wednesday, the festival announced that this edition will be held virtually in the light of Covid -19 and its variants control measures taken in the USA. Besides Hefzy, the World Cinema Dramatic Competition’s jury includes British director Andrew Haigh and La Frances Hui, Curator of Film at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Mohamed Hefzy is an...
- [Injy Abou Zaid about Qawaed Al Talak Al 45, Her Career, and Psychodrama](https://www.el-shai.com/injy-abou-zaid-qawaed-altalak-al-45/): We had a deep conversation with the pretty lady Injy Abou Zaid. She is both an actress and a drama therapist who had to overcome her shyness for her role in Qawaed Al Talak Al 45. We spoke about how she worked on her character &#8220;Sara&#8221; in Qawaed Altalak Al 45 who is always energetic and bold on Shahid. And she told us how important is mental health for an actor and how her study of drama therapy helped her in her acting career. Stay tuned for our chats with the rest of the cast.
- [Sally Shahin: About Qawaed Al Talak Al 45, her Debut Acting Experience, and upcoming work](https://www.el-shai.com/sally-shahin-about-her-debut-acting-experience-and-upcoming-work/): We enjoyed our tea with Sally Shahin when we spoke about her debut acting experience in Qawaed Al Talak Al 45 and how she discovered her talent. In her first acting experience, this pretty lady is shining with an extraordinary talent that we thought she was an experienced actor. Sally Shahin gave us an example that it&#8217;s all about talent, self-confidence, and hard work. And she told us the truth behind her modeling career. You can watch Qawaed Al Talak Al 45 now on Shahid.
- [Mohamed Salah is in the finalists for The Best FIFA Men's Player](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-salah-finalists-best-fifa-mens-player/): Now, this is the kind of good news we want to hear during 2022. We all deserve it after the events in the last couple of years! The Best FIFA Football Awards is &#8220;the most recent incarnation of the annual awards events that FIFA has staged since 1991, when the FIFA World Player Gala was founded,&#8221; according to FIFA&#8217;s website. FIFA has just announced the three final nominees for &#8220;The Best&#8221; awards and just like we are used to, Mohamed Salah has made all of us proud. Salah is in the three finalists for &#8220;The Best FIFA Men&#8217;s Player 2021&#8221; alongside...
- [A Facebook Group to Support the Teacher Who Bullied Passant Khaled while a Mansoura Teacher is Attacked for Dancing](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-group-teacher-passant-khaled-mansoura-teacher/): The usual thing, or what we should expect, when someone is harassed, bullied, etc., is that we stand up against the bully and the harasser. Another thing we may expect is that when a woman or a man are filmed without their consent, we should blame the ones who filmed them. Unfortunately, neither our expectations happened in Passant Khaled&#8217;s case nor the Mansoura teacher&#8217;s case. The Teacher Who Bullied Passant vs the Mansoura Teacher If you don&#8217;t know what happened in both situations, we will tell you the details. Following Passant&#8217;s suicide, her sister spoke about how Passant&#8217;s chemistry and physics...
- [SPOILER-FREE Movie Review: El Gareema – Will it Transform the Crime Thriller genre in Egypt?](https://www.el-shai.com/spoiler-free-movie-review-el-gareema/): The crime thriller genre in Egypt has been creeping its way into Egyptian film, but, unfortunately, said films have failed to make it out of the cliched stereotypes of a crime film. But when we learned that Sherif Arafa, Ahmed Ezz, Maged El Kedwany, and Menna Shalaby would be all working on their own version of a crime movie, El Gareema, we were intrigued. And after seeing the film, we can safely say that we now have a solid crime thriller Egyptian movie! About El Gareema The film stars Ahmed Ezz, Menna Shalaby, Maged El Kedwany, Sayed Ragab, Riad ElKhouly, Nabil...
- [beIN SPORTS Kicks Off 2022 with Exclusive Coverage of AFCON 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/bein-sports-exclusive-coverage-of-afcon-2021/): beIN MEDIA GROUP (“beIN”), the global sports, media, and entertainment group, and its flagship sports channel beIN SPORTS, will bring the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Cameroon 2021, live and exclusively to audiences’ screens across all 24 countries of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) from Sunday 9 January to Sunday 6 February, 2022. The African tournament will be broadcast on beIN SPORTS MAX 1 and beIN SPORTS MAX 2, showcasing every kick from all 52 matches, and including over 15 hours of original and unique documentary content. This year’s AFCON will be held at six stadiums in five...
- [Injy Elmokaddem: About Qawaed Al Talak Al 45 and Setat Bait Al Maadi](https://www.el-shai.com/injy-elmokaddem-about-qawaed-al-talak-al-45-and-setat-bait-al-maadi/): We got to have a quick chat with the actor Injy Elmokaddem about her new series of Qawaed Al Talak Al 45 and Setat Bait Al Maadi, the effect of these characters on her as a person, and how she managed to do both different characters at the same time. We learned about her experience with director Mostafa Aboseif and the crew Injy Abozeid, Hedy Karam, and Sally Shahin. She told us her opinion regarding relationships and marriage, and she brought us the tea about her upcoming work. You can watch Qawaed Al Talak Al 45 and Setat Bait Al Maadi on...
- [Youssef Othman: About Ritsa Movie, his Acting and Youtube career and upcoming work](https://www.el-shai.com/youssef-othman-about-ritsa-and-his-career/): We enjoyed our chat with the actor Youssef Othman about his latest movie of Ritsa, Series Ila Ana, and latest work. We spoke about the effect of these characters on him as a person and how he managed to do different characters in the same year. We learned about Youssef&#8217;s experience as an Actor and a Youtuber at the same time when he told us his final decision regarding his career. We got to know how he worked on various projects in the same year without letting us down in any of these projects. Moreover, he told us how he improved...
- [The Saudi Arabian city AlUla to host Dolce&Gabbana in Ikmah Fashion Cavalry Show](https://www.el-shai.com/alula-dolce-gabbana-ikmah-fashion-cavalry-show/): AlUla, the Saudi Arabian city of heritage and culture, situated in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, will host Dolce&amp;Gabbana Alta Moda, Alta Sartoria, and Alta Gioielleria uniquely and elegantly shown on 27th January 2022 as part of AlUla Moments festivals season. In addition to the show, Dolce&amp;Gabbana will exhibit the one-of-a-kind collection in Maraya, the world’s largest mirrored building, which will be open for visitors to experience from 28th to 31st January 2022. The guests will have the opportunity to visit the exclusive space, meet the Dolce&amp;Gabbana première and master tailor and get their choices from the unique and customized collection....
- [Passant Khaled's Harassers have been Arrested in Gharbeya, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/passant-khaled-arrested-in-gharbeya-egypt/): According to&nbsp;Youm7, the Gharbia Security Directorate, in coordination with the Public Security Directorate, managed to arrest two people accused in the Passant Khaled incident. 17-year-old Passant was a victim of fake images and electronic extortion through social media on Facebook. The search team’s efforts formed under the leadership of the Public Security Directorate resulted in identifying the hiding places of the accused, “Ibrahim. A” and “Abdul Hamid. Sh”. The necessary legal measures are being taken and the presentation on the prosecution. The village of Kafr Yaqoub in the district of the Kafr El-Zayat Center in Gharbia Governorate witnessed the death of...
- [بعد انتحار بسنت خالد - ازاي كنا ممكن ننقذها و ضحايا كتير قبلها؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d9%86%d8%aa-%d8%ae%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af-%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%83%d9%86%d8%a7-%d9%85%d9%85%d9%83%d9%86-%d9%86%d9%86%d9%82%d8%b0/): حوادث الانتحار في الوقت الاخير في مصر بتزيد جدا و اغلبها من الشباب اللي بيتعرضوا لضغوط نفسية رهيبة بتخليهم يفكروا في الانتحار. و اخرهم حادثة انتحار بسنت خالد اللي هزت السوشيال ميديا لصغر سنها و عشان هي كانت ضحية لجهل كبير منتشر في المجتمع بيقضي على بنات كتير. ايه الحكاية و ازاي كنا ممكن كلنا ننقذ سلمى و ضحايا كتير قبلها؟ يلا نشوف ايه اللي حصل مع بسنت خالد؟ اللي حصل ان الناس صحيت على صورة رسالة طالعة تريند لبنت انتحرت اسمها بسنت خالد 17 سنة من الغربية طالبة في تانية ثانوي ازهري بسبب ان كان في حد بيبتزها بصور ليها...
- [بعد اعتزال المخرج داوود عبد السيد — ايه هي فعلا العلاقه بين الفن والترفيه؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%aa%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%88%d9%88%d8%af-%d8%b9%d8%a8%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%8a/): بعد كلام و قرار المخرج داوود عبد السيد اشتعل تاني الخلاف اللي عمره ما انتهى و لا اتوقع انه هينتهي هي السينما المصرية كويسة ولا وحشة؟ ماشية في الاتجاه الصح ولا محتاجة ضوابط و تحسينات معينة؟ طب هو ليه المخرجين الكبار اللي منهم المخرج داوود عبد السيد ممكن بيكون ليهم وجهات نظر مختلفة عننا؟ يلا نشوف تحليل وجهات النظر دي و نعرف احنا المفروض نعمل ايه و ايه دور المنصات الالكترونية. ايه اللي حصل؟ المخرج الكبير داوود عبد السيد اعلن اعتزاله الاخراج نهائيا على الهواء في برنامج &#8220;في المساء مع قصواء&#8221; على قناة cbc و برر قراره ده و قال انه...
- [Twitter Celebrates Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts with customized hashtags](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-harry-potter-20th-return-to-hogwarts/): Tonight, 1st January, is the release date for the Harry Potter special &#8220;Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts,&#8221; and we are excited! Since we shared the news for you, we have been counting the days till today and now we can share our excitement with Twitter. Twitter wants to make today even more special for us by adding custom emojis to go along with any Return to Hogwarts-related hashtags. Go ahead and write a hashtag about your favorite Harry Potter character; we already tried it and wow, the years really passed by!
- [New show for the Kardashians on HULU — New Drama for Us](https://www.el-shai.com/the-kardashians-on-hulu-new-drama-for-us/): It&#8217;s safe to say that a lot of us loved watching Keeping Up with the Kardashians since its first premiere in 2007, and we know that we weren&#8217;t the only ones who got their hearts broken after the show ended in 2020. The family announced in December 2020 that they will have a new show on Hulu, and since then people were excited to witness the return of the Kardashians. Now we can confidently say that the Kardashians will be back with more drama, tears, and laughs because Hulu has just released the teaser for their new show which will be...
- [Asser Yassin to star in the upcoming series El-Thamnia (The Eight)](https://www.el-shai.com/asser-yassin-series-el-thamnia-the-eight/): Asser Yassin is starring in the series El-Thamnia (The Eight), along with a large number of actors from all across the Arab world, which is scheduled to be screened soon on MBC and Shahid VIP. The series is directed by Ahmed Medhat and stars Khaled El-Sawy, Muhammad Mamdouh, Ghada Adel, Reem Mustafa, Muhammad Alaa, and several stars from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the Levant, and the Arab Maghreb Union, as well as the presence of international stars. &#8220;The Eight&#8221; was written by Turki Al-Sheikh, head of the General Entertainment Authority in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and will be the first production...
- [7 Social Media Influencers We Loved Seeing in Ramadan Series 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/7-influencers-in-ramadan-series/): Social media has always been introducing new fresh talents, from acting to dancing to singing, to enrich the entertainment industry. And seeing them making their debut in Ramadan is not something new. However, this year in Ramadan 2022, we are proud of them for proving their talent and playing main roles in the series. So we gathered for you all you need to know about the 7 social media influencers we loved seeing in the Ramadan series 2022. Mahmoud Elsisi&nbsp; Maktob Alaya&nbsp; Mahmoud Elsisi is a social media content creator and actor, 30 years old. He started creating content on social...
- [Meta's #SheCreates Initiative Returns for a Second Year with the launch of New e-book Celebrating 30 Women in MENA](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-she-creates-initiative/): Building on the success of the program last year, Meta in MENA has launched #SheCreates 2.0, its dedicated platform that celebrates women across the Middle East and North Africa region by shedding light on their success in building communities, entrepreneurship and growing businesses. By launching the 2nd edition of the #SheCreates ebook, Meta celebrates 30 women in the region who have created meaningful change, broken down barriers and biases, and inspired others with their leadership, across MENA’s technology and media industries. In the first edition, Meta launched #SheCreates as an exclusive community for women from the Middle East, North Africa and...
- [8 Underrated Ramadan Series in 2022 You Shouldn't Miss](https://www.el-shai.com/underrated-ramadan-series/): Every Ramadan comes with millions of series options to watch during the holy month. And we all get lost and confused and can&#8217;t decide which series we should watch and which we shouldn&#8217;t. So it ends up choosing 3 or 4 series that we keep watching all over the month even if their hype was over. And the hassle makes us miss some really good Ramadan series that we should have watched. So here is our list of the underrated Ramadan series 2022 and how people reacted to them 1- Gezerit Ghamam Which mix can be better than superb acting performance,...
- ['Forset Hayah' Launches to Treat Children with Rare Diseases](https://www.el-shai.com/forset-hayah-children-rare-diseases/): Under the auspices of the Ministry of Social Solidarity, ‘Forset Hayah’ was officially launched as Egypt’s first foundation dedicated to mobilizing community efforts and resources to treat children with rare diseases. The foundation will also raise awareness of rare diseases with a focus on early detection – as the key to recovery. Forset Hayah launches on the back of the resounding success of the crowdfunding campaign ‘Save Rasheed’ which rallied community efforts to save an Egyptian child with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), opening the door to a groundbreaking Presidential initiative for SMA treatment. Forset Hayah will work with all community stakeholders...
- [The Police Arrested the Woman Accused of Assaulting and Hitting 3 Girls in the Cairo Metro](https://www.el-shai.com/police-arrested-woman-metro/): While it’s upsetting that there are people who judge others according to their clothes and are not recognizing the women’s right to wear whatever they want.&nbsp; The good part that would keep our hopes for a better future alive is that the police forces arrested the woman accused of assaulting three girls in the subway and hitting them as an objection about one of the girls’ clothes. As stated by the girls, last Monday they were in the subway in the women’s car on their way home, and this woman was on the same subway, and she commented on their outfits...
- [Nicolas Mouawad to participate in Cannes Film Festival with George Miller's film "Three Thousand Years of Longing"](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-cannes-film-festival/): Nicolas Mouawad participated in the film &#8220;Three Thousand Years of Longing&#8221; at the 75th Cannes Film Festival, where it will have its world premiere. The film is set to be out of the official competition. Nicolas Mouawad is the only Arab actor participating in the film. The film stars Idris Elba, and Tilda Swinton is directed by Oscar-winner George Miller and is scheduled to be shown this year. Nicolas Mouawad previously told us, exclusively at El-Shai, about his participation in the film, saying: I feel very blessed to be able to take part of such a movie with a legend like...
- [السوشيال ميديا بتدعم منال المتحدثة الرسمية لمؤسسة اهل مصر بعد تعرضها للتنمر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%a4%d8%b3%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1/): التنمر تصرف غير مقبول تماما في اي مجتمع و اي ثقافة لكن للاسف هو موجود مابين الناس من زمان و الحمد لله مؤخرا بقينا كلنا بنحارب التنمر و المتنمرين. لكن للاسف برغم رفض المجتمعات للتنمر و المتنمرين مازال هناك متنمرين على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي اللي مستخبيين ورا شاشات الموبايل و الكمبيوتر و بيتنمروا على خلق الله كلهم بدون خوف زي اللي حصل من امبارح مع منال، البنت اللي طلعت في اعلان مؤسسة اهل مصر. ايه اللي حصل؟ امبارح اعلان مؤسسة اهل مصر كان اول يوم عرض له على التليفزيون. و بطلته بنت من البنات الناجين من الحروق و تم علاجهم في...
- [قرار وقف 814  شركة اجنبية من التصدير لمصر مش هيؤثر علينا في حاجة - جبنالك التفاصيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%82%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%88%d9%82%d9%81-814-%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%83%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d8%ac%d9%86%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d9%85/): من كام يوم الهيئة العامة للرقابة على الصادرات والواردات، التابعة لوزارة التجارة والصناعة، أصدرت قرار بوقف 814 مصنع وشركة أجنبية من التصدير لمصر. شركات كتير جدا و براندات معروفة و بتستخدم كتير في مصر فا كان القرار سبب ضجة كبيرة جدا في الرأي العام و خلا بعض الناس تبدأ تخزن المنتجات دي بكميات كبيرة و كان هيسبب فعلا مشكلة في الاقتصاد المصري. بس هل فعلا الموضوع زي ماحنا فاهمينه؟ هل خلاص مش هنشوف شاي ليبتون مثلا تاني في مصر وغيره من البراندات؟ الحقيقة انه الموضوع ناقصه شوية تفاصيل متقالتش وقت اصدار القرار. تعالوا نعرف التفاصيل دي. ايه اللي حصل فعلا؟ في...
- [9 Different Couples that Prove that Mosalsalat Ramadan is All About Toxic Couples](https://www.el-shai.com/mosalsalat-ramadan-is-all-about-toxic-couples/): Let us start with a confession &#8211; this article should have been about our favorite Ramadan couples in Mosalsalat Ramadan 2022. However, when we started researching, we found that almost all the trending couples are examples of Toxic relationships this year. Still, people are making jokes out of it and ignoring its toxicity this time. So we changed our minds and simply compared the toxic couples people loved and others that people didn&#8217;t love. A weird comparison? But this is the reality. So let&#8217;s start with those toxic couples that people love ElKabeer and Marbouha from El Kabeer Awi 6: Naivety...
- [تحت السبوت لايت: مع جيهان الشماشرجي - Under the Spotlight: Gihan El Shamashergy](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%a8%d9%88%d8%aa-%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%aa-%d8%ac%d9%8a%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%b4%d8%ac%d9%8a-gihan-el-shamashergy/): حطينا الممثلة جيهان الشماشرجي تحت السبوت لايت و اتكلمنا معاها عن ادوارها في مسلسل احلام سعيدة و سوتس بالعربي. و قعدت كمان على كرسي اعترافات السبوتلايت و عرفنا كتير عن الحب في حياتها، احلامها، و مواقفها المحرجة و اسرار كتير جدا محدش يعرفها We placed the actress Gihan El Shamashergy under the spotlight to know more about her work this Ramadan in the series Ahlam Saaida, and Suits Bel araby. We got more personal and learned more about her love life, wishes, embarrasses, and never said before confessions!
- [Ramadan's Rising Talents: Nour ElNabawy From Rageen Ya Hawa - Like Father Like Son!](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-talents-nour-elnabawy/): We consider Ramadan 2022 drama season the season of the fresh talents invading social media with their outstanding performance in their works.&nbsp;And one of the most prominent fresh talents this year and in the past couple of years is Nour ElNabawy, who we&#8217;re seeing this year starring in the series &#8220;Rageen Ya Hawa&#8221; alongside his father, Khaled ElNabawy.&nbsp; But what many may not know is that it&#8217;s not Nour&#8217;s debut acting experience. However, he shined in multiple works in the past couple of years. So if you&#8217;re wondering how he grew his acting talent, whether his father was convinced in the...
- [An Israeli Music Festival Will Be Held in Sinai, Egypt, and We're Confused](https://www.el-shai.com/israeli-music-festival-sinai-egypt/): Just when you thought you won&#8217;t be surprised by what&#8217;s happening around anymore, we find this. An Israeli music festival will be held in the once-occupied Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt. The festival is held by an events management company called &#8220;We Ground&#8221; and will take place from the 20th till the 23rd of April, just days before Sinai liberation day. The lineup includes a little over 25 Israeli DJs &#8211; none known to anyone in Egypt or probably outside of Israel &#8211; and is already fully booked. If you think all of this is by itself blood boiling, wait till you hear...
- [Egyptian Man Receives the Death Penalty and His Daughter Receives Life Sentencing for the Murder of Daughter's Fiance](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-man-death-penalty-murder-daughters-fiance/): Cairo Criminal Court sentenced Ashraf Hamed Ali to death by hanging and his daughter Habiba to life imprisonment for the murder of the daughter&#8217;s fiance Bassam Osama, in the case publicly known as &#8220;The Rehab Student&#8217;s murder.&#8221; The murder took place in 2018. Others involved in the murder were sentenced to 10, 7, 4, and 5 years in prison. A statement issued by the Public Prosecution Office stated that the Public Prosecution&#8217;s investigations revealed that the defendants &#8211; following a dispute between the first accused and the victim. The victim found out that the accused had forged a personal identification card...
- [Ahmed Dash Becomes the Ambassador of the UNICEF Egypt's "Shabab Balad" Initiative](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-dash-unicef-initiative/): UNICEF Egypt selects star Ahmed Dash as the Ambassador of Shabab Balad, a global United Nations initiative. As the new Ambassador, Dash will be live on UNICEF Egypt’s Instagram channel tomorrow, Wednesday 13 April, at 03:00 PM. The live will be an open discussion about waste management, its effect on climate change, and what can we do to reduce the impact of waste on the environment. Most recently, star Ahmed Dash competes in the Ramadan 2022 season with the new TV series Meen Qal?! (Who Said?!), which topped the views in Shahid VIP platform, as well as Google trends after the...
- [Ehab Galal Announced as National Football Team Coach - Here’s What You Need To Know About Him](https://www.el-shai.com/ehab-galal-national-football-team-coach/): After so many rumors about the nationality of the upcoming head coach, the Egyptian football association (EFA) settled on Ehab Galal as the new head coach for the National Football team after dismissing the Portuguese Carlos Queiroz for failing to guide the team to the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Moreover, they decided to dismiss Nelo Vingada, the technical director of the EFA. And although Galal’s name has risen to one of the best Egyptian coaches in recent years. However, people have started wondering why&nbsp;Ehab Galal&nbsp;and his qualifications since the announcement was made. Questions like who is Ehab Galal? Is it the...
- [Cairo International Film Festival Announces the Dates for the 44th edition](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-44th/): Cairo international film festival announces the dates for its 44th edition which will be held from November 13th to November 22nd 2022 in Cairo opera house, like every edition the award-winning films will be screening the next day to the closing ceremony, November 23rd. Submissions for the program will open on May 15th 2022 and will close on August 15th 2022 , films can be submitted as of that date on www.ciff.org.eg . Preparations for festival have started already and we are hoping to achieve an edition worthy of the festival legacy Declared renowned actor and festival president Hussein Fahmi Amir...
- [Legal Action Against Suits Bel Araby's Production Company TVision for Not Paying for the Series of Suits](https://www.el-shai.com/legal-action-against-suits-bel-arabys-tvision/): Men&#8217;s Haute Couture fashion brand Orange Square announced that they&#8217;re taking legal action against Suits Bel Araby&#8216;s production company, claiming that they have not received their payment for the suits worn in the series. According to the statement by Orange Square&#8217;s legal team, the production company took suits worth 2.7m EGP and failed to pay for them. Additionally, Orange Square&#8217;s statement asked for the series to be off-air until they received their payment. On the other hand, TVison made their own statement, denying the allegations and confirming that they don&#8217;t owe anyone any money. Moreover, they will be taken their own...
- [Oscars Academy Bans Will Smith for 10 Years For His Behavior at the 94th Oscars.](https://www.el-shai.com/academy-bans-will-smith-for-10-years/): We all saw the famous slap that Smith gave to comedian Chris Rock and some people believed that it was just a show, but after the Academy&#8217;s decision, we can tell that it was 100% true. The Academy&#8217;s board of governors met today, Friday, early morning to discuss Will Smith&#8217;s fate and the consequences that they will impose, and they won&#8217;t be good news to the actor. The Board decided to accept Smith&#8217;s resignation and also ban him from attending any Academy events or programs whether in person or virtually; that means that starting from 8th April 2022 and for the...
- [30 Wesh Ma’a Eleish, A True Hidden Camera Show In Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/30-wesh-maa-eleish-hidden-camera-show-ramadan/): Comedian Khaled Eleish revives the old pranks, and the hidden camera shows through his new TV show, 30 Wesh Maa’a Eleish, which is aired exclusively on the Alkahera Walnas channel. 30 Wesh Maa’a Eleish marks Khaled’s recent experience in comedy TV shows in the Ramadan race, 2022. In his new show, Khaled Eleish targets the Egyptian street audience, as his plan lies in persuading one of the audience to participate in a prank without realizing that they are the targets in the first place. Finally, in the last moments, Khaled Eleish reveals the trick. Soul productions produce 30 Wesh Maa’a Eleish....
- [Ramadan's Rising Talents: Rahma Ahmed Farag From El Kabeer Awi 6](https://www.el-shai.com/facts-rahma-ahmed-el-kabeer-awi-6/): Throughout the past seasons, the entire cast of El Kabeer Awi series managed to captivate our hearts with new talents. And in Ramadan 2022, season 6 came to introduce to us many fresh talents. And Rahma Ahmed Farag, playing El Kabeer&#8217;s new wife after Hedeya, was the highly anticipated one. Many of us may think that Rahma Ahmed is new and we have never seen her before. However, Rahma was shining in all of her works in various Tv shows, series, and ads, and we can&#8217;t help but love her. So we did some stalking, and here we are to spill...
- [Noisette Introduces a Premium Ramadan Nights Experience in the Heart of Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/noisette-ramadan-nights-experience/): In light of the holy month of Ramadan this year, where the mood instantaneously switches for the better and people can’t wait for what this month has to offer, many are looking for ways to beat last year’s Ramadan. While Ramadan traditions are repetitive by nature, there are always new ways to celebrate and spend this month, one of which is the freshly introduced spot that doesn’t just offer a splendid suhoor experience. It is also located on an island next to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. So you’ll get to prepare yourself for the next day of fasting next...
- [From Nancy Ajram to Ahmed Saad: A Look at Some of Our Favorite Theme Songs for Ramadan 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/theme-songs-ramadan-2022/): Ramadan season has always been full of competitions between the most anticipated actors. And not only the actors but also the singers by singing Ramadan series’ theme songs (Titrat). And this year we heard Angham, Nancy Ajram, Aly Elhaggar, Ahmed Saad and many other prominent singers. So here is the list of our favorite Theme Songs for Ramadan 2022: Ahmed Saad &amp; Amr Saad &#8211; Toba Ahmed Saad and Amr Saad are singing the theme song of Toba series starring Amr Saad, Maged El Masry, Diab, Saba Mubarak, and Karim Afifi. Toba series is directed by Ahmed Saleh and written by...
- [Where To Find Ramadan Outfits for 2022?](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-outfits-2022/): What&#8217;s a Ramadan night without the perfect Ramadan Outfit? So we looked everywhere through the good, the bad, and the costume-ie, and we picked you our favorite 11 places to shop from. 1- Kaftan Egypt Kaftan Egypt is an Egyptian fashion e-commerce brand that would make you feel luxurious while wearing it. They have unique Ramadan outfit designs for Men and Women. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kaftan Egypt (@kaftan_egypt) 2- Ayou Official Ayou is a brand that makes designs inspired by feminine yet outspoken styles. You can find them online for orders. View this post on...
- [Meet The Egyptian Talents Behind Marvel's Moon Knight](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-talents-moon-knight/): Social media has been flooded with posts talking about the newly released Marvel’s Disney+ Moon Knight series, directed by Mohamed Diab becoming Marvel’s first Arab director, and the 10+ Egyptian talents in the cast alongside the non-Egyptians. Moon Knight follows Steven Grant, a mild-mannered gift-shop employee, who becomes plagued with blackouts and memories of another life. Steven discovers he has dissociative identity disorder and shares a body with mercenary Marc Spector. As Steven/Marc&#8217;s enemies converge upon them, they must navigate their complex identities while thrust into a deadly mystery among the powerful gods of Egypt. Starring Oscar Isaac, Ethan Hawke, and...
- [Are Radio Series the Next Big Thing? 7 Ramadan Radio Series You Shouldn't Miss In Ramadan 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/4-radio-series-in-ramadan-2022/): Every year during Ramadan, television series take over people’s attention at home. Yeah, tv-series are starring the most famous and successful stars. However, the radio stations also bring together many renowned figures and offer a large variety of series and show that we shouldn’t miss. This year, we heard Ahmed Helmy, Mohamed Henedy, Hana El Zahed, Bayoumi Fouad, Ahmed Fahmy, Mohamed Farag, Passant Shawky, and many other beloved actors and actresses. So here is our list of the four Radio series in Ramadan 2022 we think you should start listening to. 1- El Esma F Edy Ahmed Helmy will participate in...
- [في انتظار "راجعين يا هوى" بورتريهات فنية قدمها المخرج "محمد سلامة" في أعماله السابقة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a9-%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%b9%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%8a%d8%a7-%d9%87%d9%88%d9%89/): نجاح أي عمل فني دائماً ما يعتمد على العديد من العناصر الأساسية والتي تساعد على نجاحه، منها أداء الممثلين والورق الجيد والأجواء المناسبة للتصوير، والعديد من العناصر الأخرى، ولكن العنصر الرئيسي والأساسي بنجاح أي عمل بالأساس هو المخرج الذي يساعد على توظيف كل العناصر الجيدة لإخراج عمل فني رائع ينال إعجاب النقاد والمشاهدين، وهذا ما نراه واضحاً في أعمال المخرج الشاب محمد سلامة الذي استطاع في فترة بسيطة ومن خلال أعماله أن يضع نفسه وسط قائمة المخرجين الكبار. وأهم ما يميز المخرج محمد سلامة هي البورتريهات التي يقدمها لنا من خلال كل عمل فني يقدمه، فالمشاهد تعتبر بالنسبة للمشاهد العادي عبارة...
- [أكرم حسني يطلق أغنية ستو أنا من مسلسل مكتوب عليا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%83%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%a8-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a7/): أطلق النجم أكرم حسني أغنية ستو أنا من مسلسل مكتوب عليا، وذلك على صفحاته الرسمية بمواقع التواصل الاجتماعي، واستعدادا للمنافسة بمسلسله الكوميدي في موسم رمضان 2022. وظهر في كليب الأغنية النجوم ، أيتن عامر ، وهنادي مهنا، الأغنية من كلمات أكرم حسني، ألحان أحمد وحيد كينج وكريم عاشور وتوزيع أحمد وحيد كينج. وتدور أحداث مسلسل مكتوب علييا في إطار اجتماعي كوميدي، فبعد أن استيقظ جلال مكتشفًا كتابات غريبة على يده تصف أحداث يومه، يبدأ في اكتشاف أمور خطيرة، وأسرار لم يكن ليعرفها، ويستغله رجل أعمال كبير ليتورط في أمور لم تكن في الحسبان. ويعتبر مسلسل مكتوب عليّا هو التعاون الثاني بين...
- [Inspirations for your Ramadan Routine Ahead of the Holy Month: Shopping for “Lamet Ramadan”](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-routine-shopping-for-lamet-ramadan/): Sometimes we only feel prepared for Ramadan when we get our hands on a few Knick-Knacks that have become a necessity to make those lovely Ramadan nights even more enjoyable. So whether it’s games, clothes, rugs, or home items, we have a few suggestions to inspire you to make “Lamet Ramadan” perfect. 2oolAmem A fun game to play while you wait for the Athan, 2ool Ameem is all about memes and fun puns so you can have a good laugh while Quarantivity This game will make the long wait for the food pass by in seconds. With different mini-games/ categories, this...
- [Inspirations for your Ramadan Routine Ahead of the Holy Month: Fitness and Mental Wellbeing](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-routine-fitness-mental-wellbeing/): We&#8217;re back with &#8220;Inspirations for your Ramadan Routine Ahead of the Holy Month,&#8221; only this time we&#8217;re bringing you some of the most dreaded subjects during Ramadan; fitness and mental wellbeing. But what if we told you, there are some fitness gurus that can make your journey a whole lot better and much simpler? Sometimes we can get a bit overwhelmed with the amount of information and options available about a specific topic, and we do not know where to start. We’ve tried to help you with that ahead of Ramadan, especially with establishing your workout routine. Here are some of...
- [DISNEY+ SETS JUNE 8TH AS LAUNCH DATE FOR EGYPT](https://www.el-shai.com/disney-sets-june-8th-as-launch-date-for-egypt/): Disney+, the streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, has confirmed launch dates for the 42 countries and 11 new territories set to launch this summer. The streaming service will launch in Egypt and across 15 other MENA markets on June 8th. Pricing in Egypt has also been announced at EGP 49.99 per month or EGP 498.99 for an annual subscription. With exclusive original content and thousands of episodes and movies from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and general entertainment from Star (in select markets), Disney+ is the streaming home for some of the world’s most beloved stories. Subscribers...
- [جبنالك كل مسلسلات رمضان 2022 المصرية اللي هتتعرض على Shahid](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b6%d8%a7%d9%86-2022-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-shahid/): مسلسلات رمضان 2022 متنوعة و كتيرة و شكلنا هنشوف موسم مسلسلات محصلش خصوصا على شاهد عشان كده قررنا نجمع كل المسلسلات المصرية اللي هتتعرض على شاهد في رمضان في الخليج و في مصر. رانيا و سكينة مسلسل رانيا و سكينة بيحكي قصة رجل أعمال عنده شركات و ثروة كبيرة وعنده بنت واحدة و في يوم بيموت الراجل ده و بيسيب لبنته كل ثروته و بتتعرض بنته لمواقف صعبة بتغير في حياتها. مسلسل رانيا و سكينة من بطولة روبي و مي عمر و احمد خالد صالح و نبيل نور الدين و محمد رضوان. من اخراج شيرين عادل و تأليف محمد صلاح العزب....
- [Amir Ramses Appointed as Director of the 44th Edition of Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-ramses-appointed-as-director-of-the-44th-edition-of-cairo-international-film-festival/): Superstar Hussein Fahmy, President of Cairo International Film Festival, has announced the appointment of Egyptian director Amir Ramses as the Director of the festival’s 44th edition.President of the festival, Hussein Fahmy, states that “I am very happy that my friend Amir Ramses accepts the management of the Cairo International Film Festival because of his experience in this field, and I wish him success.” From his side, Ramses commented, “It is a great honor to be commissioned to take on this great responsibility, work under the leadership of one of the icons of the Egyptian cinema, and in the oldest leading film...
- [Inspirations for your Ramadan Routine Ahead of the Holy Month: Cooking and recipes](https://www.el-shai.com/your-ramadan-routine-cooking-recipes/): With Ramadan around the corner, everyone across the country, and the world, is gearing up to embrace the holy month the best way they know-how. If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed and unsure how to organize your days during the month, we’ve got you covered with some suggestions and inspiration across the different activities, tasks, and habits that people take on during Ramadan. We don’t know about you, but our Ramadan days are 90% occupied thinking about food. So for those who are like us and spend most of their workdays dreaming and fantasizing about what they’re having for Fitar +...
- [المخرج يسري نصرالله عن رحلته من البداية في السينما لحد مسلسل منورة بأهلها￼￼](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d9%8a%d8%b3%d8%b1%d9%8a-%d9%86%d8%b5%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%84%d9%87-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%84%d8%aa%d9%87-%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a8%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%8a/): اتكلمنا مع المخرج الكبير يسري نصرالله عن مجمل أعماله و رحلته في صناعة السينما من البداية لحد النهاردة بمسلسله الأخير منورة بأهلها و قالنا رؤيته ورأيه في صناعة السينما حاليا
- [مع الكاتب محمد أمين راضي عن مسلسل منورة باهلها و السر ورا العوالم المختلفة في أعماله￼](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%aa%d8%a8-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%a3%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%b6%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%86%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a9/): اتكلمنا مع الكاتب المتميز محمد أمين راضي عن مسلسله الأخير منورة باهلها و قال لنا عن مصدر الهامه في أعماله و العوالم المختلفة اللي بيخلقها.
- [ايه القصة ورا اعدام صلاح المرسي ابو العباس لقتل مراته و بناته في قضية "مذبحة بولاق"؟ - جبنالك التفاصيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%b5%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d8%a8%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a8%d8%a7%d8%b3/): جرائم القتل البشعة و الغريبة في الفترة الاخيرة بقينا بنسمع عنها كتير جدا و اخرهم كان النهاردة عن المتهم صلاح المرسي ابو العباس اللي قتل مراته و بناته الاتنين بطريقة عنيفة جدا. النهاردة محكمة النقض ايدت حكم محكمة جنايات القاهرة باعدام المتهم صلاح الفنان المرسي ابو العباس لقتل زوجته و بناته الاتنين مع سبق الاصرار و الترصد. ايه الحكاية من اولها؟ جبنالكم التفاصيل حكاية قضية صلاح المرسي ابو العباس (مذبحة بولاق) من الاول لحد النهاردة الحكاية بدأت في شهر يونيو سنة 2018 لما تم اتهام المتهم صلاح المرسي ابو العباس بقتل زوجته و بناته الاتنين حبيبة و جنة. و من تفاصيل...
- [Ghostly Kisses Will be Performing in Egypt on the 26th and 27th of March at Cairo Jazz Club 610](https://www.el-shai.com/ghostly-kisses-egypt-cairo-jazz-club-610/): Ghostly Kisses is currently on tour for her first full-length album Heaven, Wait, which came out on 28/1, and will be performing in Egypt for the first time! Cairo Jazz Club 610 (Sheikh Zayed) will be hosting Ghostly Kisses as part of her world tour on Saturday, 26/3 at 7:00 p.m. The concert will have Egyptian singer, Hany Must, as the opening act. Ghostly Kisses is the dreamy pop music of French-Canadian singer-songwriter Margaux Sauvé based in Quebec. The name Ghostly Kisses was inspired by William Faulkner’s poem Une ballade des dames perdues and the verse &#8220;and brush my lips with...
- [Spotify EQUAL Arabia’s First Female Ambassador Rap Star Perrie featured on a billboard at New York Times Square](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-equal-arabia-perrie-new-york-times-square/): Spotify shed the light on the first female ambassador for Spotify’s EQUAL Arabia, Egyptian-Moroccan rap star Perrie by featuring her on a billboard in the heart of New York’s Times Square on March 23, 2022. Her appearance on the billboard is part of EQUAL Arabia, a program launched in celebration of International Women’s Month, which aims to turn up the volume on Arab women creators and bring their voices to the world. In addition to being featured in Times Square, Perrie appears on Spotify’s editorial space, where she is featured on the playlists EQUAL Arabia, EQUAL Destination and EQUAL Global Playlist...
- [Arwa Gouda Makes a Surprise Appearance in The Rising Star Maysara Yehia's Music Clip Arwa Gouda Mesh Mawgoda](https://www.el-shai.com/arwa-gouda-mesh-mawgoda-maysara-yehia-music-clip/): Superstar Arwa Gouda took the idea of supporting young talents to a whole new level making a surprise appearance in Maysara Yehia&#8217;s first original video clip! This comes after two weeks only of a challenge launched by Maysara on TikTok calling Arwa to take part in his first original song “Arwa Gouda Mesh Mawgoda.” Directed by: Youssef Mahrous Lyrics: Amr Abo Zeed Music Production &amp; Arrangement: Robert Kamal Talent management agency: Weegoproductions PR Consultant: Sara Hosny
- [Hend Sabry: A second chance in a second season of “Finding Ola”](https://www.el-shai.com/hend-sabry-second-season-of-finding-ola/): “I’ll keep going!” said Ola Abdel Sabour to herself and to everyone within earshot at the end of season one of Finding Ola. Earlier today, lead actress &amp; executive producer Hend Sabry, revealed the exciting news that Ola’s adventure-filled journey is about to continue. Through her Instagram page, Hend Sabry surprised audiences around the world with the official announcement for a season two of the Netflix dramedy. “As Ola has taught us that the ending of one story is only the beginning of another,” Hend said, “the show’s renewal for a second season is Ola’s shot at a second chance, exclusively...
- [بعد هاشتاج جسد مريم ملكها: الموضوع مش بس  ملكية جسد المرأة، الموضوع على حقها في الحياة ](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d8%b3%d8%af-%d9%85%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%85-%d9%85%d9%84%d9%83%d9%87%d8%a7/): هاشتاجات تويتر مؤخرا كانت سبب في رجوع حقوق ناس كتير و اظهار الحقايق في مواضيع اكتر سواء عن طريق التحقيق فيها من قبل النيابة العامة المصرية او باي طريقة تانية قانونية بتقوم بيها الجهات المختصة في الدولة.&nbsp; لكن مؤخرا هاشتاج جديد ظهر و هو هاشتاج #جسد_مريم_ملكها اللي فيه قصة بنت اسممها مريم عندها نزيف و ورم في الرحم و محتاجة تعمل عملية استئصال رحم و لكن العمليات دي خصوصا اللي في الرحم بتستوجب موافقة الزوج طالما على ذمته، اللي في حالة مريم بينهم مشاكل و رافعة عليه قضية خلع. موضوع مريم اتحل و فعلا هتعمل العملية خلاص. من اسم الهاشتاج ممكن...
- [Bushra Announces her departure from El Gouna Film Festival as Chief operating officer (COO)](https://www.el-shai.com/bushra-el-gouna-film-festival/): Shortly after El Gouna Film Festival called for film submissions for its 6th Edition, Bushra announced her departure from the festival as Chief operating officer (COO). Bushra announced via Social Media stating:“In light of global and cosmic changes, one must keep pace with this change, reconsider his journey, and search for something new and a different challenge. Therefore, I decided to end my journey with the El Gouna Film Festival.” She continued: “After more than seven years, and with the end of my mandate, I’m content with preparing, establishing, and forming the work team and contributing to the organization and management...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Calls for Film Submissions for its 6th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-submissions-6th-edition/): El Gouna Film Festival (GFF)&nbsp;is pleased to announce the&nbsp;Call for Entries&nbsp;for its upcoming 6th&nbsp;edition. Interested filmmakers can now submit their feature narratives, documentaries or shorts to the festival’s&nbsp; competitive sections. The deadline for submissions is&nbsp;August 15, 2022.&nbsp;Entry formand complete information regarding eligibility for submission can be found on the festival’s website:www.elgounafilmfestival.com Over the past five years,&nbsp;GFF&nbsp;hassecured its place as an artistic leader in the region, with steadily growing support from the cinematic community and film industry professionals. Year after year, the festival witnesses a&nbsp; growing number of film submissions. These films, together with others selected from international festivals as well as...
- [جمعنالك كل مسلسلات رمضان 2022 على منصة WATCH iT](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%b1%d9%85%d8%b6%d8%a7%d9%86-2022-watch-it/): واضح كده اننا داخلين على موسم مسلسلات رمضان قوي اوي السنادي بنجومه كلهم لان المنافسة جامدة و بدأت الناس تحتار هتشوف ايه ولا ايه من قبل اصلا ما الموسم يبتدي. عشان كده قررنا نجمع كل مسلسلات رمضان اللي هتتعرض على منصة WATCH iT المصرية في موسم رمضان 2022. يلا نشوف المسلسلات. ملف سري بتدور الاحداث في 2013 و بيحكي عن شخصية قاضي (هاني سلامة) اللي بيحقق في قضايا غسيل اموال و قضايا تانية كتير كانت في الفترة دي وازاي ناس كانوا بيتدخلوا في أحوال البلد. بتظهر الفنانة عائشة بن احمد و بتحصل بينها و بين هاني سلامة قصة حب. مسلسل ملف...
- [Everything About Akram Hosny's Comeback Series 'Maktob Alaya' For Ramadan 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/akram-hosny-maktob-alaya-for-ramadan-2022/): Mosalsalat Ramadan season competition started before Ramadan even began. And one of the most prominent comedians and actors of the generation is Akram Hosny, whose previous works in Ramadan seasons were a success. From ‘Rayah al madam’ series 2017 to ‘El-Wasseya’ in 2018, and his latest’ Regalet Elbet’ in 2020. Akram is finally making his comeback after two years off. Akram Hosny competes in the next&nbsp;Ramadan season, 2022,&nbsp;with the new TV comedy drama&nbsp;&#8216;Maktob Alaya&#8217; where he questions, what would happen if we knew what will happen in each day. Maktob Alaya revolves around an enchanted substance on Akram Hosny’s (Galal) hands....
- [Looking for Cage-Free Eggs in Egypt? You can Now Finally Find it Easily as Majid Al Futtaim Commits to Cage-Free Eggs Under New Animal Welfare Policy in a Regional First](https://www.el-shai.com/cage-free-eggs-in-egypt-majid-al-futtaim/): Looking for Cage-Free Eggs in Egypt? You can Now Finally Find it Easily as Majid Al Futtaim Commits to Cage-Free Eggs Under New Animal Welfare Policy in a Regional First Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, commits to only sell cage-free eggs across its Carrefour franchise in the region under a newly signed animal welfare policy. The Company is working toward a 100% cage-free shell egg private label assortment across all markets it operates in by 2030 and all national brands by 2032. The vision behind this commitment...
- [Captain Omar Fouad Will Present a Weekly Program on Physical Endurance and Nutrition](https://www.el-shai.com/captain-omar-fouad-program-nutrition/): Captain Omar Fouad decided to present a weekly program on social media, in which he offers free courses for all people, whether in nutrition or physical endurance and fitness, with live examples presented by a group of trainees with him. Captain Omar Fouad trained many stars on their action scenes, and one of the most popular actors he trained was Amr Youssef during his preparations for the &#8220;ElMalek&#8221; series, which stopped after that. He also trains Football players, including Zamalek FC player &#8220;Hossam Ashraf.&#8221; Omar Fouad is a qualified dietitian, functional training coach, and dentist who helps make healthy eating choices...
- [Model Bella Hadid Admits To Getting A Nose Job At 14 Which She Now Regrets, And The Internet is Attacking her Mother, Yolanda Hadid](https://www.el-shai.com/bella-hadid-nose-job-14-yolanda-hadid/): After several rumors and denial from the Hadid family over Bella Hadid getting a nose job, she has finally admitted to getting one at the age of 14. In an interview with Vogue, Hadid said: &#8220;I wish I had kept the nose of my ancestors.&#8221; She added: &#8220;I think I would have grown into it.&#8221; The model, who is now 25 and one of the most paid models in the world, was subjected to rumors about undergoing a blepharoplasty to lift her eyes, jaw surgery, getting fillers, and of course, the nose job, which she now confirms, but denies any other...
- [9 Women Who Are Ruling the Corporate World in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/9-women-who-are-ruling-the-corporate-world-egypt/): El-Shai continues to celebrate Egyptian women throughout March. Today, we highlight those in leading positions who have been key elements in the country&#8217;s economic development over the past few years. Employing their experiences and first-rate skills, those women have been contributing to various industries, from real estate to FMCG, ICT, and healthcare. They deserve praise for the impact they had across the board and a great deal of recognition for being the pioneers who continue to pave the way for the next generation of Egyptian girls, encouraging them to believe and unleash their potential. Heba El Sewedy, Founder and Chairwoman of...
- [Minister of Culture Appoints Hussein Fahmy the presidency of the Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/hussein-fahmy-cairo-international-film-festival/): Dr. Enas Abdel Dayem, Minister of Culture, issued a decision to appoint Hussein Fahmy as the Cairo International Film Festival president in its 44th session for 2022, succeeding producer and scriptwriter Mohamed Hefzy. Abdel Dayem thanked producer Mohamed Hefzy for his efforts during his presidency of the festival in the past years, during which he was able to develop the festival and wished him continued success in his career as a producer and scriptwriter, noting that a ceremony will be held in the coming days in a new tradition during which the presidency of the festival will be handed over in...
- [An Exclusive look from behind the scenes of "Menwara be Ahlaha" with Ali El Arabi](https://www.el-shai.com/behind-the-scenes-menwara-be-ahlaha-ali-el-arabi/): Award-winning director and producer Ali El Arabi made a surprise acting apperance in Yousry Nasrallah’s series “Menwara be Ahlaha,” where he played the role of boxing champion Mohamed Osama. If you thought the role was convincing, it’s because El Arabi is actually a national kickboxing championship. It’s true; before becoming a filmmaker, El Arabi grew up practicing kickboxing and won Egypt’s national kickboxing championship. But unlike his character in the series, El Arabi was less violent. Probably. About Ali El Arabi: Ali El Arabi is an Egyptian multi-talented producer, director, and the founder of Ambient Light, a production company. He makes...
- [El Kabeer Awi Season 6: What To Expect From El Kabeer, Johnny, and Hazalom's Comeback](https://www.el-shai.com/el-kabeer-awi-season-6/): The comedy-drama in the Ramadan season has always been there. However, nothing could be as iconic as Ahmed Mekky’s El Kabeer Awi series. And after being postponed multiple times, Ahmed Mekky will be back with El Kabeer Awi season 6 in Ramadan 2022. Excited already? Here is all that we know about the new season&#8217;s story and the platforms it will stream on. El Kabeer Awi season 6 revolves around the challenges El Kabeer will face raising his children without Hedeya, Johnny&#8217;s talents on Social media and Hazalom the trouble maker. The challenges El Kabeer will face would force him to...
- [MG ranked first in SUP in 2021 and clinches the second-ranking in the Egyptian market](https://www.el-shai.com/mg-ranked-second-ranking-in-the-egyptian-market/): Al-Mansour Automotive has announced rolling out a comprehensive plan to set forth 2022 marketing, sales, and after-sales strategies for its renowned &#8220;MG&#8221; brand in Egypt. The new announcement comes on the heels of the car&#8217;s recent successes, most notable of which the whopping increase of 50% in its maintenance and after-sales service centers in 2021, bringing the total to 21 centers nationwide. In 2021, the company inaugurated seven new service centers, three of which are located in Greater Cairo with other centers in Mansoura, Sharm El-Sheikh, Hurghada, and Ismailia, and a growing number of available bays spaces across the operating service...
- [Remakes and Adaptations in Egypt: Why Are People Overly Critical of "Suits Bel Araby" Unlike Other Adaptations?](https://www.el-shai.com/remakes-and-adaptations-in-egypt-suits-bel-araby/): Since the announcement of the upcoming series Suits Bel Araby, it has faced a lot of criticism. Most people on social media started criticizing the series and the cast before it even aired, and we will point out the possible reasons for this attack and why people should give the series a chance. Recent Adaptations That We All Loved Most of the criticism was based on people refusing that the show is an adaptation of the original series, but we didn&#8217;t see it yet. Suppose the idea of remakes and adaptations, in general, is the problem. In that case, we have...
- [امتي المجتمع هيعترف أن المعاكسة تحرش؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%aa%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ac%d8%aa%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%87%d9%8a%d8%b9%d8%aa%d8%b1%d9%81-%d8%a3%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%b1%d8%b4%d8%9f/): لحد دلوقتي في ناس كتيرة لسه شايفة أن المعاكسة حاجة عادية ومضحكة ومش المفروض ان الستات تتضايق منها. أكيد لازم نلوم الناس دي انهم شايفين المعاكسة عادية بس مش هما الوحيدين اللي المفروض يتلاموا. لو المجتمع تفكيره غلط فا المفروض يكون في منظمات تعرف الناس ايه الصح زي الأفلام والمسلسلات وكمان الإعلام. كل دول من ضمن وظيفتهم أنهم يوعوا الناس ويعرفوهم ايه الصح وايه الغلط، فا لما نلاقي المنظمات دي والإعلام بيشجعوا على الغلط يبقي احنا محتاجين نتكلم ونوقف ده. زي ما مفيش أي مبرر للمعاكسة والتحرش فا برضو مفيش أي مبرر لأي شخص يطلع ويتعامل كأن التحرش حاجة عادية! سواء...
- [Squash Champion Ali Farag Calls out Double Standards on Ukraine's Western Coverage After Winning the World Squash Tournament for Optasia](https://www.el-shai.com/squash-champion-ali-farag-ukraine-western-coverage/): Egyptian squash champion Ali Farag called out double standards on Ukraine&#8217;s western coverage after winning the&nbsp;world squash tournament for Optasia held in London’s Wimbledon. After winning, Farag was asked to make a statement about the war in Ukraine, in which he said the following: “We all see what’s going on in the world at the moment with Ukraine, and no one is happy with what’s going on. No one should accept any killings in the world or any oppression, We’ve never been allowed to speak about politics in sports but all of a sudden it’s allowed. I hope people look at...
- [Ragheb Alama shares his enthusiasm for Ya Rayt remix by German-Syrian Live Act Shkoon](https://www.el-shai.com/ragheb-alama-ya-rayt-remix-german-syrian-shkoon/): German-Syrian live act Shkoon has received the tick of approval from Arab star Ragheb Alama following a new re-imagining of his 1986 classic, Ya Rayt, which was released on the 11th of March via MDLBEAST Records’ new imprint WTR – a home for organic arabesque electronic music. Building bridges between Middle Eastern tradition and modern club culture, Shkoon has served to unify numerous demographics through their richly eclectic productions and ethereal track selections, with the latest remix highlighting a new and progressive path for the region’s vibrant music community. The new re-work delivers a refreshing sonic perspective that champions a host...
- [Dr. Anisa Hassouna Passes at the age of 69 After a Long Battle with Cancer](https://www.el-shai.com/dr-anisa-hassouna-passes/): Former parliamentarian Dr. Anisa Hassouna passed today after a long battle with cancer at 69. Anissa Hassouna was a member of the Egyptian Parliament and is the secretary-general of the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs and the executive director of the Magdi Yacoub foundation. Her bestselling memoir, “Bedoon Sabeq Enzar” (Without Prior Warning), described her continuous battle with cancer. Hassouna’s book inspired many readers throughout the Middle East. In addition, it motivated her to speak on World Cancer Day 2018, reminding individuals that cancer is an emotional and psychological battle and a medical one. Anisa Hassouna was also the Director-General of...
- [All You Need To Know About Mohamed Ramadan's Series 'El Meshwar' For Ramadan 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-ramadan-el-meshwar-ramadan-2022/): From action and suspense to comedy and social drama, the competition for mosalsalat Ramadan is clear before it even begins. And Mohamed Ramadan&#8217;s series are always successful and diverse in each season discussing important social issues. From the great success of &#8216;Nesr El-Saeed&#8217; 2018 and &#8216;Zelzal&#8217; 2019 to &#8216;Al Prince&#8217; 2020 and &#8216;Moussa&#8217; 2021. It seems like our star Mohamed Ramadan doesn&#8217;t take any Ramadan season off, and he will be there for the 5th year in a row. Mohamed Ramadan competes in the next Ramadan season, 2022, with the new TV drama El Meshwar discussing antiquities trafficking and money laundering operations. The story...
- [Demi Lovato Brags on Social Media for Buying Ancient Egyptian Artifacts and Archeologists are Cringing!](https://www.el-shai.com/demi-lovato-ancient-egyptian-artifacts/): American singer Demi Lovato (who goes by they/them to avoid confusion) has been in hot water by Twitter users and expert archaeologists after making an unboxing video on their Instagram story where they unpack Egyptian antiquities cuneiform tablets dating back millennia. Lovato confirmed that they are originals, which they bought online from an art dealer. Other than the illegality of the situation, archaeologists, and even regular Twitter users, are calling out BS! In their stories, Lovato said: OK, I&#8217;m so excited; some really incredible things came in the mail today. These are ancient Egyptian artifacts. Some of these pieces are literally...
- [Vogue Starts a Major Palestine vs. Israel Debate for Quoting Gigi Hadid's Support for Palestine](https://www.el-shai.com/vouge-palestine-vs-israel-debate-gigi-hadid/): &#8216;Vogue,&#8217; the American fashion and lifestyle magazine, is under fire by both pro-Israel and pro-Palestine activates on Twitter and Instagram for reporting that Gigi Hadid is donating her fall 2022 earnings to both Ukraine and Palestine. Apparently, the mention of Palestine offended the pro-Israelis, which caused Vogue to remove the part about Palestine, which outraged the pro-Palestine folks, and rightfully so! &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; View this post on Instagram &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A post shared by Gigi Hadid (@gigihadid) Gigi Hadid&#8217;s original quote said: We don’t have control over most of...
- [In Celebration of International Women's Day: Spotify releases a short film in collaboration with the Mega Star Carole Samaha to launch EQUAL Arabia](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-short-film-carole-samaha-equal-arabia/): In celebration of International Women&#8217;s Month and on a continued mission to turn up the volume on Arab women creators by giving them a platform to share their content with the world, Spotify brings EQUAL to the region. Under the name EQUAL Arabia, the local version of Spotify&#8217;s Global Music Program aims to amplify the work of women creators by utilizing the platform&#8217;s resources and generating more opportunities for these creators through delivering a global, cohesive and branded experience. It is not the first time that Spotify has focused on women&#8217;s voices in the region. The global audio platform launched SAWTIK...
- [UBER Reveals Female Participation In KSA’S Labor Force Crossed 36% in 2021, a Decade Earlier Than The 2030 Target](https://www.el-shai.com/uber-female-participation-ksa-labor-2021/): According to a commissioned study on how Wusool empowered working Saudi women: Uber has announced today the results of a recently-commissioned study to measure the 4-year impact of the “Wusool” program, an enhanced mobility partnership that was co-launched with Saudi Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) in Saudi Arabia in 2017 to make transport more accessible to women going to work. The program proved to be highly successful in empowering working Saudi women. The program is funded by HRDF and operated by Takamol Holdings, and aims to increase female participation in the private work force in line with the goals of the...
- [On International Women's Day: 8 Egyptian Women Making a Difference in the Sustainability Movement](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-women-sustainability-womens-day/): Today, March 8, 2022, is International Women’s Day (IWD). It is a global holiday celebrated annually to commemorate women’s cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements. It also focuses on issues such as gender equality, abuse, and violence against women. And because of the&nbsp;environmental&nbsp;problems&nbsp;societies worldwide are facing, the theme for this year is “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow” to avoid the depletion of natural resources. So, we decided to list for you 8 Egyptian women who care for sustainability you should follow. 1- Farah El Ashiry Fufa Elashiry founded Shop FUFA, a brand very much inspired by Egyptian cultures. Being a...
- [Screenwriter Haitham Dabbour acquires film rights to actor Omar Sharif's Biopic](https://www.el-shai.com/screenwriter-haitham-dabbour-omar-sharif-biopic/): Hollywood’s icon Omar Sharif’s epic life journey may soon hit the screen, as Egyptian scriptwriter Haitham Dabbour acquired film rights to his autobiography. Omar Sharif’s autobiography covers his early years as an up-and-coming Egyptian actor ascending to fame in Hollywood. It also sheds light on his parallel career as a professional Bridge player. Dabbour, award-winning novelist and screenwriter, stated: “Omar Sharif’s autobiography was very honest and raw,” said Dabbour “I am honored for the opportunity to create a series about such a legendary actor.” Sharif’s only son, Tarek Omar Sharif, is backing the project, hoping the series would land on a...
- [Tahqiq Series: Watch it or Skip? We Got You 5 Things We Liked and 3 We Didn't to Help You Decide](https://www.el-shai.com/review-tahqiq-series-thriller-genre/): Let us start with a confession; we had very little expectations from Watchit&#8217;s &#8216;Tahqiq&#8217; series, mostly because the thriller genre in Egypt has always been a little bit naive. But, knowing that it&#8217;s a youthful experiment led by first-timer director Mohamed Fathy (Shank). Starring Ahmed Malek, Khaled Anwar, Aly Kassem, Huda ElMufti, Tara Emad, May Elghety, and Zeinab Ghareeb, it made us want to give it a shot. And after watching it, let us tell you; the series had overexceeded our expectations, even with their flows. Yet, we may obviously be biased towards the young actors and directors. But, we promise,...
- [Acting Minister of Health Announces New Regulations For Vaccination Against COVID-19](https://www.el-shai.com/new-regulations-vaccination-covid-19/): While many may think that COVID-19 ended, it is not! Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Minister of Higher Education and Acting Minister of Health announces new regulations for vaccination against COVID-19. The vaccination with the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine has become available in any vaccination center, not a specific center. He added that the booster dose is available in any vaccination center unless you receive a message to go to a specific center. Moreover, the booster dose for those over 65 years old is three months after the last dose, while those under 65 years old to be after six...
- [After the Syndicate's Investigation - Why it Should Be the End of Mabrouk Attia and Sherif Amer](https://www.el-shai.com/mabrouk-attia-sherif-amer-the-end/): It seems like Mabrouk Attia can&#8217;t take a few days off without insulting someone, only this time, the Media Syndicate decided to take action, and he took Sherif Amer, host of his TV show, with him. Yesterday, on March 3rd, 2022, the Media Syndicate decided to refer Sherif Amer and Mabrouk Attia for investigation after the latter made yet another provocative statement in last Wednesday&#8217;s episode discussing the issue of marriage in Egypt, including the society&#8217;s insistence on completing marriage despite the difficult circumstances nowadays. What is the full story behind the decision? And how did people react to it? Let&#8217;s...
- [The Truth Behind Manchester United's Marcus Rashford Filing A Lawsuit Against An Egyptian](https://www.el-shai.com/manchester-united-marcus-rashford-lawsuit-egyptian/): An Egyptian is making some international headlines related to Manchester United&#8217;s player Marcus Rashford, but it&#8217;s not something to be proud of or something we even would have expected. An Egyptian from Sharqia is actually getting sued by Manchester United&#8217;s Marcus Rashford. This Egyptian Manchester United fan attacked Rashford through social media, using a racial slur in a message directed to Manchester United&#8217;s player. The message was described as purely racial and hateful.&nbsp; According to KingFut, and several other websites, Rashford&#8217;s legal representatives filed an official lawsuit against the Egyptian fan; the court of Sharqia received the lawsuit. When Did This...
- [Green Line 3 launches the “Cultural Project” to embellish the stations with unconventional Egyptian heritage art](https://www.el-shai.com/green-line-3-cultural-egyptian-heritage-art/): Embracing Egyptian heritage and embellishing Green Line 3 stations with unconventional art, RATP Dev Mobility Cairo (RDMC) launched the first-of-its-kind &#8220;Cultural Project,&#8221; an art-driven project in Egypt&#8217;s Green Line 3 Metro stations. The high-profile launch event was attended by Dr. Essam Wally, Chairman of the National Authority for Tunnels (NAT), and Wadii Bouchiha, CEO of RATP Dev Mobility Cairo who toured Bab El Shaaria, Kolleyet El Banat, and Heliopolis stations to stand on the implementation of the Cultural Project in the Green Line 3 stations and witnessed the head-turning activation in Heliopolis metro station in collaboration with ARAC Foundation. The activation...
- [SHE CAN by Entreprenelle: Everything to Know About 2022's The Boldest Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/she-can-by-entreprenelle-2022-the-boldest-edition/): Summits have been quite popular in Egypt over the last few years, but when there’s a summit dedicated to women entrepreneurs, leaders, decision-makers, investors, and more, we’re all ears! This is why we are excited about the 7th edition of SHE CAN by Entreprenelle. From inspiring and educational talks, workshops, panel discussions, masterclasses to exhibitions, competitions, mentorship &amp; networking activities, awards, funding opportunities, and a lot more, ﬁlling up a one-day event at the heart of Cairo. After going digital during COVID-19, this year SHE CAN is back on-ground at the Greek Campas under the slogan of “The Boldest Edition” and...
- [Aïcha Ben Ahmed Joins Ramadan Race 2022 with Malaff Serry](https://www.el-shai.com/aicha-ben-ahmed-ramadan-2022-malaff-serry/): Tunisian star Aïcha Ben Ahmed competes in the next Ramadan season, 2022, with the new TV drama Malaff Serry. The events of Malaff Serry discuss several life issues full of mystery and secrets. Alongside Aïcha Ben Ahmed, Malaff Serry stars Hany Salama, Maged El Masry, Nidal El Shaf&#8217;y, and Ahmed Saiid Abdelghany. Written by Mahmoud Haggag, Malaff Serry is directed by Hussain El-Blasi and produced by the Egyptian Arts Group. Currently, Aïcha Ben Ahmed is waiting to air her new TV series Loun El Bahr with star Khaled EL Nabawy. Loun El Bahr is scheduled to be aired on Shahid VIP...
- [بمناسبة اليوم العالمي للسمنة نوفو نورديسك مصر تعقد مؤتمرا صحفيا حول تطورات السمنة في مصر خلال 2021 و تعلن خطتها لزيادة التوعية في 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a9-%d9%86%d9%88%d9%81%d9%88-%d9%86%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%b3%d9%83/): عقدت شركة نوفو نورديسك مصر مؤتمرا صحفيا بمناسبة اليوم العالمي للسمنة، تحت عنوان (السمنة مرض العصر) وبحضور نخبة من الأطباء والمتخصصين في مجال السمنة و تطرق المؤتمر الى الدراسات الحديثة عن المرض باعتباره عبئا صحيا واقتصاديا واجتماعيا على المجتمع المصري، كما تضمن عرضا عن انتشار واسباب زيادة الوزن والسمنة بين المراهقين في مصر، وتأثير السمنة على صحة المرأة، وكيفية التوعية بهدف القضاء علي زيادة الوزن والسمنة والأمراض المصاحبة المرتبطة بها في مصر. وتم خلال المؤتمر القاء الضوء على الجهود المبذولة من جانب نوفو نورديسك مصر والتزامها برعاية مرضى السمنة، وسبل مكافحة المرض من خلال قيامها بتوعية أكثر من 10,000 شخص يعاني...
- [Egyptian National Shooting Team Places Second in Target Sprint World Shooting Championship](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-national-shooting-team-target-sprint/): The target sprint competitions for juniors were concluded at the Egyptian International Olympic City in the Administrative Capital as part of the 2nd day of the World Cup for rifle and pistol shooting, hosted by Egypt from 27/2 to 8/3, with the Egyptian team winning second place The Egyptian national shooting team had Ali Kamal, and Mira Ahmed won second place and the silver medal, while the first and third places were for Britain. And in the Target Sprint competition, senior mixed teams, Germany placed first to win the gold medal; however, the Sultanate of Oman came in second and third...
- [Norshek Collaborates with Grain to Create an Earth Log](https://www.el-shai.com/norshek-grain-earth-log/): Local brand Norshek has teamed up with Grain Studio to offer their customers a Earth Log companion to help motivate and keep track of habits that will help them become more sustainable in their day-to-day life. Earth Log is a hand-bound notebook made from recycled kraft paper including 12 habits for a greener life such as; consuming less power, ditching the straw, shopping locally, planting a tree, upcycling your clothes, using less water, and using plastic-free products, to name a few. The notebook comes as part of Norshek’s #AnaMshSaye7Hena campaign, a year-long campaign to raise awareness and be mindful of climate...
- [For the first time, Red Bull Hattrick is Happening in Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-hattrick-is-happening-in-egypt/): For the first time, Red Bull Hattrick is Happening in Egypt! The FIFA tournament functioned on 8 qualifiers in 6 different governorates around Cairo. The qualified champions are set to play the final tournament in Cairo next Saturday, March 5, at El-Gezira Youth Center, with a large group of public figures and football players! 64 teams had participated in all the qualifiers, and each team consisted of 3 players. All matches will be played on PlayStation 5, FIFA 2022. The event is accessible to anyone who wants to attend.
- [In Collaboration With Elie Saab: Fashion Month on TikTok Grabbed the Attention and Participation of Millions of Users Around the World](https://www.el-shai.com/elie-saab-fashion-month-tiktok-tiktokfashionweek/): The hashtag #TikTokfashionweek attracted 457.1M views and TikTok’s Fashion Month recap video shows the best practices. TikTok- the world’s leading short video platform &#8211; in collaboration with international fashion designer Elie Saab, celebrated global fashion month by sharing with fashion enthusiasts, young fashion designers, and beauty experts exclusive behind-the-scenes content of the most famous designers’ shows. In addition to unique content from the most prominent content creators who shared amazing and unique looks, in celebration of Fashion Week in New York, Paris, and Milan. In line with the event, “TikTok” launched three hashtags for all the event’s different activities. #TikTokfashionweek, garnered...
- [شركة ”زيدا“ تعلن إطلاق خاصية ”طلب الطعام“ عبر مواقع التواصل الاجتماعية عقب استكمال برنامج مسرعة ”فيسبوك“ لحلولالأعمال](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b4%d8%b1%d9%83%d8%a9-%d8%b2%d9%8a%d8%af%d8%a7-%d8%b7%d9%84%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b7%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%85/): أعلنت شركة ”زيدا“، وهي منصة للطلب عبر الانترنت، تمكن المطاعم والأعمال المتخصصة في مجال الأطعمة والمشروبات من بناء منصاتهم الخاصة للطلب أونلاين مباشرةً بدون تحمل أعباء العمولات، عن اطلاقها خاصية ”طلب الطعام“على موقعى ”فيسبوك“ وانستجرام“. تساهم هذه الخاصية الجديدة في تقديم تجربة طلب مباشر أكثر سلاسة حيث انه بمجرد الضغط على ”طلب الطعام“ يتم توجيه العملاء لمنصة الطلب المباشر وتصفح قائمة الطعام والإضافة للسلة والدفع اونلاين وتتبع الطلب لحين وصوله. تأتي هذه الخاصية الجديدة كنتاج للعمل على تطوير منصة ”زيدا“ ضمن برنامج مسرعة فيسبوك لحلول الأعمال الذي استمر على مدار ١٢ اسبوعا وضم ٦١ شركة ناشئة من جميع أنحاء العالم من...
- [Willow Smith Called Out for Racism and Islamophobia in her New Novel "Black Shield Maiden"](https://www.el-shai.com/willow-smith-islamophobic-novel/): American singer Willow Smith, daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, has been under fire by many on Twitter for her Islamophobic description of Amazigh (North African Muslims) and Muslims in general, in a preview of her debut novel &#8220;Black Shield Maiden&#8221; preview. In the released preview, Smith described the Amazighs as the following: The Amazigh are dangerous on their best day. They have little regard for anyone who doesn&#8217;t worship the Muslim god — and even their own tribes are always at war with one another. The Novel&#8217;s exclusive preview read Naturally, the preview received various backlash from fans,...
- [All to know about Egyptians in Ukraine and How They're Coming Back to Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptians-in-ukraine-coming-back-to-egypt/): Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi ordered to send planes to evacuate Egyptian students who crossed the Ukrainian border to neighboring European countries. Ambassador Nader Saad, the official spokesman for the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, said that an EgyptAir plane bound for Bucharest would take off this afternoon to return the Egyptian students in Romania to Egypt. The Egyptian ambassador to Romania, Moayad el-Dalie, confirmed that the Egyptian government sent an evacuation plane to arrive in Bucharest. He also noted that some Egyptians living in Ukraine fled to Romania, with 160 leaving Bucharest on an Egyptian evacuation plane this afternoon....
- [Egyptian-American Forbes Under 30 recipient Dina Ayman is Running for Miss New Jersey](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-american-dina-ayman-miss-new-jersey/): Egyptian-American Forbes Under 30 recipient Dina Ayman is Running for Miss New Jersey. Dina Ayman is an Egyptian-American advocate for diversity and inclusion, a Microsoft program manager on the Windows team, an adjunct professor in computer engineering at the NJIT, and a Forbes Under 30 recipient. She was recently named ambassador of Haya Karima, an initiative created by Egypt’s president to help alleviate poverty in the country. Dina announced her participation via her Instagram and stated: “The titles were never ever held by a hijabi in history, and I’m here to make that history, universe! To give people who look like...
- [Why You Should know Christiane Baissary: The Brave War Reporter Who's Getting Bullied on Twitter](https://www.el-shai.com/why-you-should-know-christiane-baissary/): Memes and trends have been an important part of our lives on social media, and people are using them to make fun of everything. But unfortunately, many people just share those trends without knowing the true story behind them, which helps take things out of context. One of these latest incidents was on Twitter which included a short clip of a war reporter covering the Ukrainian and Russian war asking, “what’s going on?” The tweet went viral, with many making fun of her question and assuming the answer was “this is a war.” However, the clip was later taken by many,...
- [How is the COVID-19 Pandemic Still Affecting kids in 2022?](https://www.el-shai.com/how-covid-19-pandemic-affecting-kids-in-2022/): Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, a common misconception is that kids aren&#8217;t affected much by COVID-19, and if they were to get sick, their symptoms would be mild. However, the pandemic is affecting children in many ways, physically and mentally. Dr. Nusheen Ameenuddin, a Mayo Clinic pediatrician, and Janice Schreier, a clinical therapist at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, Wisconsin, have seen firsthand the toll the pandemic has taken on children. Kids are getting sick One of the most common questions parents ask Dr. Ameenuddin is whether children really need to get vaccinated for COVID-19. &#8220;What I&#8217;ve stressed to them...
- [Actors Syndicate releases a statement towards President Abdel-Fattah Elsisi, thanking him for his support of Samir Sabry and Egyptian artists](https://www.el-shai.com/actors-syndicate-abdel-fattah-elsisi-samir-sabry/): After news of his hospitalization surfaced last week, the legendary superstar Samir Sabry made a quick phone interview with Amr Adeeb on his program El Hekaya. He gave his fans updates on his health and asked for support during these difficult times. Shortly after the interview, Amr Adeeb announced that the health ministry would be taking care of Sabry and supporting him throughout his medical care. Today, the Actors Syndicate released a statement towards President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi thanking him for his support to Samir Sabry and the Egyptian artists in general. In its statement, the actors’ syndicate said: “On behalf...
- [The Parliament Discusses a Psychological Test Before Marriage - Is it Fair for All?](https://www.el-shai.com/parliament-marriage-psychological-test/): As the divorce rate in Egypt is rising, the Egyptian parliament is currently discussing a law draft that would let couples undergo medical, psychological, and social tests before marriage to test its validity. The reasons behind each divorce case are many and diverse, and mental illness is one of those reasons, and the law can save many marriages. However, is it fair for all? And what is the purpose of the law? Let’s discuss. What is the purpose of the law? Before marriage, the couple must undergo medical examinations to obtain a medical, psychological, and social certificate. This is to predict...
- [  أول عرض عربي لفيلم أرواح عابرة في مهرجان أسوان الدولي لأفلام المرأة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%88%d9%84-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%b6-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a3%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d8%b9%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%a9/): ينافس الفيلم الوثائقي أرواح عابرة للمخرجة عايدة شليفر الحسني في الدورة السادسة من مهرجان أسوان الدولي لأفلام المرأة، والذي يُقام في الفترة ما بين 23 وحتى 28 فبراير المقبل، حيث يحظى بعرضه الأول في العالم العربي. ويحكي الفيلم الوثائقي أرواح عابرة قصّة إبادة جماعية مجهولة حدثت عام 1915 لحوالي 3 مليون مسيحي على يد الإمبراطورية العثمانية، فيتتبع الفيلم أسرار هذه المذبحة بمساعدة شهود حاليين ليربطها بالحاضر. لنكتشف أن النزاعات الحالية هو استمرار مأساوي لهذه المذبحة. ويقوم ببطولة الفيلم شخصيات حقيقية ممن تأثروا بهذه المذبحة مثل عايدة شيمون والتي غادرت العراق إلى الأردن وفي انتظار طلب اللجوء، وزيو رهاوي، يعقوب بقشو مالك،...
- [Renowned Egyptian Filmmakers Khairy Beshara & Sandra Bassal on Netflix New Arabic Anthology Series: Love, Life and Everything In Between](https://www.el-shai.com/khairy-beshara-sandra-bassal-on-netflix/): Netflix explores Love, Life and Everything In Between in a new anthology series, launching on March 10th. The series delves into the complex yet beautiful layers of romantic relationships in eight short films directed by award-winning and Oscar-nominated directors from six Arab countries. The films are the work of renowned directors: Khairy Beshara (Egypt); Sandra Bassal (Egypt); co-directors: Hany Abu Assad and Amira Diab (Palestine); Michel Kammoun (Lebanon); Mahmoud Sabbagh (Saudi Arabia); Abdulmohsen AlDhabaan (Saudi Arabia); Kaouther Ben Hania (Tunisia) and Hicham Lasri (Morocco) &#8211; Produced by Union of Video &amp; Filmmakers and the Project Producer Antoine Khalife. Each director tells...
- [Everything to Know About Shady Khalaf's Case](https://www.el-shai.com/shady-khalaf-trial/): Update 22/2/2022: The Cairo Criminal Court In Abbaseya, sentenced Shady Khalaf to 3 years for sexual harassment and assaulting 7 girls inside an acting workshop. On 13 November 2021, the Public Prosecution in Egypt referred Shady Khalaf to a criminal trial on charges of sexual harassment and sexually assaulting 7 girls during an acting workshop in his studio. His trial is postponed. What happened, and what is expected to happen? Let&#8217;s discuss. The backstory It all started last June when actor and standup comedian Abdul Rahman Magdy posted on his Instagram account that he heard about women who were harassed by...
- [ايه اللي حصل في جلسة  حكم سفاح الاسماعيلية النهاردة و فين حكم الاعدام؟ جبنالك التفاصيل](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%a9-%d8%ad%d9%83%d9%85-%d8%b3%d9%81%d8%a7%d8%ad-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b9%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9/): في القضايا اللي بيثور فيها المجتمع و بيبقا فيها اجماع ان فيه شخص معين هو اللي غلطان و لازم يتعاقب و التاني مظلوم و خصوصا لو قضايا قتل، بيكون الحكم بالعقل و القانون اصعب و ابطأ بالنسبة للناس لان بيكون غالب مشاعر الاحساس بظلم الطرف المظلوم. و عشان كده بتكون القضايا دي فرصة لانتشار الشائعات عشان تسخن الناس على اي حاجة و للاسف اغلبنا بيصدق و بيشير الاخبار المفبركة دي و مبيرجعش للمصدر الرئيسي للمعلومة. زي ما حصل النهاردة في قضية سفاح الاسماعيلية. بس قبل ما ندخل في التفاصيل، خلونا الاول نكون عارفين في اي قضية مين بيكون الاطراف قدام المحكمة....
- [حكاية عنان اللي اتوفت بسبب حادثة على طريق المحور وازاي نمنع تكرار ده](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b9%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%af%d8%ab%d8%a9-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%b7%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%82-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%88%d8%b1/): يوم الخميس اللي فات بنت اسمها عنان عبيدة ( صحابها كانوا بيقولولها رو) كانت بتعدي طريق محور ٢٦ يوليو في ٦ أكتوبر وللآسف عربية خبطتها واتوفت. مين هي عنان كل اللي اتكلموا عنها خلانا نقدر نعرف أن عنان كانت بتتحب من أي حد بيقابلها وفي خلال يوم واحد بس من خبر وفاتها كانت السوشيال ميديا مليانة بوستات من صحاب عنان اللي يعرفوها من سنين او من ناس قابلوها مرة أو مرتين وكلهم حكوا عن مواقفهم معاها وعن برائتها. والد عنان كتب عن أحلامها ومستقبلها اللي كانت بترسمله من زمان وانها كانت حابة تبقى مصممة أزياء بعد ما تخلص ثانوية عامة.  عنان...
- [Egyptian Musicians Amir Hedayah and Abayazied go on a journey with new collaboration ‘El Safar’](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-musicians-amir-hedayah-abayazied-el-safar/): Award-winning Egyptian Musician Amir Hedayah takes listeners on a journey with his new single ‘El Safar’ alongside fast-rising singer Abayazied. Like a lot of music being released at the moment, the song was written during the pandemic. But there’s real hope and optimism and light to ‘El Safar’ as it’s essentially a love song to travel. And with the world slowly opening up after several years, the timing couldn’t be better. “Emotionally, this track is created to take you through a journey from reality to your favourite destination in your heart,” says Amir. “It’s only when we miss something that we...
- [Sarrah Abdelrahman to Star in 2 Films at Aswan International Women Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/sarrah-abdelrahman-aswan-film-festival/): Actress Sarrah Abdelrahman will be starring in two movies at the Aswan International Women Film Festival. Abdelrahman will be a part of the documentary film Deliverance: A Women&#8217;s Revolt and the short film 1+1. The sixth edition of Aswan International Women Film Festival will be held from February 23rd to 28th. Her film Deliverance: A Women&#8217;s Revolt was awarded the Best Documentary Short Film at Tokyo International Short Film Festival. 1+1 is written by Alaa Mahmoud and stars Sarrah Abdelrahman and Amir El Masry. Recently, Sarrah Abdelrahman starred in the story To&#8217;laha Dahab within the tales of the series Iilaa Ana....
- [رسالة لياسمين عز: كلامك بيدمر حياة بنات كتير في مصر](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b1%d8%b3%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a9-%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%b9%d8%b2-%d9%83%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%83-%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%85%d8%b1-%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%a7%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%aa/): الفترة الاخيرة بقينا بنشوف حالات عنف ضد البنات و الستات في مصر من ازواجهم لدرجة ان العنف وصل انه يكون في يوم الفرح. الاغرب كمان ان المذيعين اللي بيطلعوا على التلفيزيون في برامجهم اللي المفروض بنثق فيهم و انهم يقفوا في صف الضحية، على العكس تماما بيستضيفوا الزوج اللي عمل الجريمة دي و بيدولو فرصة انه يبرر اللي عمله و يدافع عن نفسه على الرغم من وضوح الجريمة اللي ارتكبها في الفيديو بتاع الفرح. هل هو ده الاعلام اللي المفروض نثق فيه فعلا؟ اكيد لا هما مش بس بيدولو فرصة يدافع بيها عن نفسه و يبرر اللي عمله بانه تصرف عادي...
- [بودكاست الفيل و القصص الحقيقية - ازاي  بودكاست غيّر اسلوب مناقشة المشاكل النفسية؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d9%88%d8%af%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%82%d8%b4%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d9%81%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%a9/): ضغوط الحياة ممكن تسبب لينا مشاكل نفسية كثيرة زي القلق و الاكتئاب و هي أمراض طول عمرها موجودة و تجاهلها عمره ما كان حل لها، و لكن في كتير من المجتمعات العربية بتكون مجرد محاولة التعافي منها و اللجوء لطبيب او للعلاج النفسي زي وصمة عار لفاعلها، ده غير صعوبة الوصول إلى طبيب أو أخصائي نفسي اللي بالنسبة للبعض غالي جدا. فا بدأت المشاكل النفسية تزيد مع استمرار سوء التعامل معها و تجاهلها.  و مع ظهور جائحة فيروس كورونا و اختلاف نمط و شكل الحياة فجأة، ازدادت ضغوطات الحياة و بالتالي المشاكل النفسية ازدادت اكتر واكتر و بقينا نشوف حالات اكتئاب...
- [An Open Letter to Yasmin Ezz: Your "Pick Me" Complex Can Be The Cause of Death for Many Egyptian Women!](https://www.el-shai.com/an-open-letter-to-yasmin-ezz/): We keep seeing several women suffering from domestic violence from their partners. It reached the point where the abuse happened on the wedding day, and that&#8217;s outrageous. What&#8217;s even more outrageous is that TV hosts who we should trust and who should stand against violence are interviewing the abuser; they allow him to give excuses for what he did even though there is clear evidence of his abuse. Is this the media that we should trust? No. They are not only giving the abuser a platform to show off that he is capable of abusing his wife because &#8220;it&#8217;s normal, but&#8221;...
- [كيم كارداشيان و كانييه ويست: الشهرة، المرض النفسي، الميمز و ليه الموضوع مش مضحك](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%85-%d9%83%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%af%d8%a7%d8%b4%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a%d9%8a%d9%87-%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%b3%d8%aa-%d9%85%d8%b4-%d9%85%d8%b6%d8%ad%d9%83/): مهما كانت القضية او الموضوع المثار مابين الناس على السوشيال ميديا، دايما بنلاقي الصوت اللي بيتفه المواضيع خصوصا في القضايا اللي ليها علاقة بحقوق الانسان و الدفاع عن المرأة عن طريق ميمز و تريقة ملهاش لازمة و للأسف بعض ان لم يكن أغلب الناس بيشارك الميمز دي و بيبدأ الموضوع يتاخد انه نكتة و تريند هياخد وقته و يروح. و ده بالظبط اللي بيحصل في موضوع كيم كارداشيان و طليقها مغني الراب الأمريكي كانييه ويست و تبرير الناس لافعال شخص يعاني من مرض نفسي و عمل الميمز على الأذية اللي بيسببها للناس. فا متخليش الميمز اللي على الموضوع تصدرلك انه ملوش...
- [‘Stranger Things’: The Duffer Brothers Reveal Supersized Season 4 Rollout and Share News About the Series’ Future](https://www.el-shai.com/stranger-things-the-duffer-brothers-season-4/): Stranger Things 4 is coming! In an open letter to fans, series creators the Duffer Brothers revealed when new episodes will debut on Netflix, and more news about the future of the worldwide hit. About Stranger Things 4 It’s been six months since the Battle of Starcourt, which brought terror and destruction to Hawkins. Struggling with the aftermath, our group of friends are separated for the first time – and navigating the complexities of high school hasn&#8217;t made things any easier. In this most vulnerable time, a new and horrifying supernatural threat surfaces, presenting a gruesome mystery that, if solved, might...
- [Tara Abboud and  Kamel El Basha Join Disney+’s series Culprits](https://www.el-shai.com/tara-abboud-kamel-el-basha-disneys-series-culprits/): Jordanian-Palestinian actress Tara Abboud and Palestinian actor Kamel El Basha were chosen to join the starry cast of Disney+’s upcoming UK original series, ‘Culprits.’ The cast has a string of big names, including Gemma Arterton and Niamh Algar, who previously held the same title. The eight-part darkly-comedy series of ‘Culprits,’ follows the aftermath of a heist, where the thieves are individually targeted by the same killer. Directed by J Blakeson and being shot in Canada, the series, ‘Culprits,’ has a star-studded cast, including Eddie Izzard, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Kevin Vidal, and Ned Dennehy. About Tara Abboud: This comes after Tara’s name made...
- [ الفيلم السعودي قوارير ينافس في مهرجان أسوان لأفلام المرأة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%b9%d9%88%d8%af%d9%8a-%d9%82%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a3%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%84%d8%a3/): ينافس الفيلم السعودي قوارير في مسابقة الأفلام الطويلة ضمن فعاليات الدورة السادسة من مهرجان أسوان لأفلام المرأة، والذي يُقام في الفترة ما بين 23 وحتى 28 فبراير، الفيلم من إخراج 5 مخرجات سعوديات وهن رغيد النهدي، نورة المولد، ربى خفاجي، فاطمة الحازمي، نور الأمير ومن كتابة نورة المولد، سارة مسفر، فاطمة الحازمي، نور الأمير. ويطرح فيلم قوارير خمسة قصص لبطلات نسائية يخاطرن بحياتهن بمواجهة التحديات التي تواجههن في مجتمعهن المحافظ مثل قوانين الوصاية، تخلي الآباء، الزواج بالإكراه، ترمل النساء والاعتداء الجنسي، يقوم ببطولة الفيلم الممثلون سلوى أحمد، منال أحمد، خيرية أبو لبن، رغد بالشرم، فَيَ فؤاد، إنتاج مساعد لجين باخشوين، إنتاج...
- [Egyptian actor Ahmed Ghozzi joins the Cast of the Netflix Original Series, The Crown As Young Adnan Khashoggi for Season 5](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-ghozzi-netflix-the-crown-adnan-khashoggi/): The widely acclaimed series garnered widespread success over four seasons and reaped over 20 Emmy awards and 5 BAFTAs. It will be coming to Netflix in November 2022. THE CROWN is a historical drama that portrays the life of the royal family during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II from the 1940s until 2000.THE CROWN is written by Peter Morgan who developed it from his drama film The Queen (2006) and his stage play The Audience (2013). It&#8217;s produced by Left Bank Pictures and Sony Pictures Television for Netflix.  In the series,&nbsp;Ahmed Ghozzi&nbsp;plays the role of the Saudi billionaire&nbsp;Adnan Khashoggi,&nbsp;when he was young. The series features a wide array of global stars, including&nbsp;Claire Foy, winner of&nbsp;Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding...
- [To Prevent Any Burn Injuries Ahl Masr Foundation Publishes Steps to Avoid Electrical Short Circuit Accidents](https://www.el-shai.com/ahl-masr-electrical-short-circuit-accidents/): During the last period, the number of fire incidents and deaths have increased and the main reason was ‘electrical short circuits’ which led to many injuries and deaths.&nbsp; The initial examinations revealed that the fire broke out in the electric distributors, the fan, the boiler, and other devices.&nbsp; This is why it is important to pick guaranteed devices and choose the electric distributor carefully to avoid burn injuries. Dreaming of a Humanity Free of Burns, Ahl Masr Foundation recommends the safest precautions to avoid electrical short circuit accidents. Safety Standards of Electric Distributors to Avoid Electrical Short Circuit Accidents: Unplug the...
- [The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Final Trailer Released Ahead of Series Premiere](https://www.el-shai.com/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-rings-of-power-trailer/): The new two-minute-and-36-second trailer highlights the epic expanse of Middle-earth in its Second Age, and reveals how Tolkien&#8217;s legendary and beloved characters will come together against all odds and across great distances to guard against the feared reemergence of evil to Middle-earth. Fates collide and disparate characters are tested in the face of impending evil in this glimpse into the long-awaited new series. The trailer features key cast members Galadriel (Morfydd Clark), Elrond (Robert Aramayo), High King Gil-galad (Benjamin Walker), and Celebrimbor (Charles Edwards); Harfoots Elanor “Nori” Brandyfoot (Markella Kavenagh) and Largo Brandyfoot (Dylan Smith); The Stranger (Daniel Weyman); Númenóreans Isildur...
- [CIFF Honors Lebleba with the Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.el-shai.com/ciff-honors-lebleba-lifetime-achievement-award/): Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) will honor the legendary star Lebleba with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award during the 44th edition (13 – 22 November). The award celebrates Lebleba&#8217;s extensive career that started at the tender age of five as an acting prodigy best known for her celebrity imitations. Her robust repertoire encompasses more than 200 songs, and over 60 films, TV drama hits, and plays. Hussein Fahmy, President of Cairo International Film Festival, commented, stating: &#8220;We are proud to present CIFF&#8217;s Lifetime Achievement Award to the iconic star, Lebleba, who has devotedly contributed to Egyptian cinema and TV drama as...
- [Governor of The Central Bank Of Egypt, Tarek Amer Resigns and Appointed as Presidential Advisor](https://www.el-shai.com/tarek-amer-resigns-appointed-as-presidential-advisor/): President El-Sisi accepted the resignation of the Central Bank of Egypt’s (CBE) governor, Tarek Amer, and appointed him as a presidential advisor. Tarek Amer was appointed as the governor of CBE in November 2015 and was reappointed for a second 4-year term from November 2019 until November 2023.&nbsp; Tarek Amer has played an important role in developing and raising the performance of the Central Bank of Egypt to international levels since he was appointed to the position in 2015.&nbsp; The new Central Bank of Egypt governor is not yet announced. Until then, Gamal Negm, the vice governor, will be acting as...
- [Egypt's Parliament Agrees on Cabinet Reshuffle of 13 Ministries](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-parliament-agrees-on-cabinet-reshuffle/): After last night&#8217;s presidential call, Egypt&#8217;s parliament held an extraordinary session today to discuss a cabinet reshuffle of 13 ministries. According to El-Sisi’s short statement, the decision to reshuffle the cabinet aims to revitalize governmental performance on important issues internally and abroad to protect the state’s interests and services provided to Egyptian citizens. Article 129 of Parliament’s bylaws states that if the president decides to reshuffle the cabinet, they must send a message to the Parliament notifying members of its decision to discuss and vote on the president&#8217;s decision. The parliament agreed on the proposed cabinet reshuffle, and it came as...
- [Police Arrested Doha Youssef’s Harasser in Mohandeseen](https://www.el-shai.com/police-arrested-doha-youssefs-harasser/): Update 3/9/2022: Doha Youssef&#8217;s harasser has been sentenced to 3 months in prison and a 5000 EGP fine. A video of a woman called Doha Youssef started circulating on Social Media after she posted it on her Instagram about a sexual harasser who hit her. In the video, Doha was seen distressed after the incident and in tears, while also showing the harasser in the act. The harasser was seen using a hand gesture to sexually harass Doha. In the video, Doha explained that she was getting in her car when she was surprised by a man who tried to harass...
- [The Murderer of Salma is Referred to Speedy Trial by the Public Prosecution - Here's the Difference Between a Regular and a Speedy Trial](https://www.el-shai.com/murderer-salma-referred-speedy-trial/): Last night the Egyptian Public Prosecution referred the murderer of Salma Bahgat in Zagazig to a speedy trial, 2 days after the murder. Many on social media started questioning the difference between a “speedy Trial” and the “regular Trial.” While it is speculated that the final verdict will be a death sentence regardless of which type of trial he receives, it’s still important to know the difference between both trials. What are Regular Trials?&nbsp; Cases of regular trials follow the default routine of the courts, which usually takes months, and sometimes years. What about Speedy Trials? The speedy trials aim to...
- [An Exclusive Look at Shahid's Upcoming Series Waad Iblees](https://www.el-shai.com/shahid-upcoming-series-waad-iblees/): The upcoming Shahid series “Waad Iblees” (The Devil’s Promise) is a 6-part psychological thriller series that revolves around a man who sells his soul to save the woman he loves, starring Amr Youssef and Aisha Ben Ahmed. Other than Amr Youssef and Aisha Ben Ahmed, the cast of “Waad Iblis” has a star-studded team, including Fathi Abdel Wahab, Nelly Karim, American star Paula Ballan, Ahmed Magdy, and Jacob Al-Farhan. The series is directed by the British director Colin Teague, with who Aisha expressed her excitement over their first collaboration. She said: “Colin is a pure filmmaker. He was working on this...
- [Egyptian Father, Yaser Said, Will Serve a Life Sentence After "Honor Killing" his Two Daughters in Texas](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-father-yaser-life-sentence-honor-killing/): Yaser Said, 65, was found guilty of capital murder in the deaths of 18-year-old Amina Said and 17-year-old Sarah Said. However, prosecutors did not pursue the death penalty, meaning Yaser Said received an automatic life sentence. Though the incident happened in 2008, Said was arrested in August 2020, 12 years after the killing, and was on the FBI’s most wanted list. His son, Islam Said, and his brother, Yassin Said, were convicted of helping him evade arrest. The sisters were found shot to death in a taxi, though the younger sister, Sarah Said, made a phone call to 911, telling the...
- [Cairo International Film Festival to Honor Hungarian Film Legend Béla Tarr with its Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.el-shai.com/ciff-to-honor-hungarian-bela-tarr/): Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) revealed that the world-renowned film director Béla Tarr would receive its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award during the festival&#8217;s 44th edition (13 – 22 November). Hussein Fahmy, President of Cairo International Film Festival, commented: “Béla Tarr is heralded as one of the cinematic world’s greatest innovators whose extensive repertoire includes several master piece films that largely contributed to the filmmaking world. A legendary film pioneer, Tarr often highlighted humanitarian issues in his films using a unique cinematic philosophy, which soon grew as a cinematic concept that is followed by other filmmakers worldwide. We are truly honored at...
- [What We Know So Far on The Murder of Salma in Zagazig, Al Sharqia](https://www.el-shai.com/what-we-know-so-far-on-the-murder-of-salma-in-zagazig-al-sharqia/): Counselor Hamada Al-Sawy ordered the Public Prosecutor to form a team to urgently investigate the killing of the victim, Salma, at Al-Shorouk Academy near Zagazig Court. So far, the investigation reveals that Salma was stabbed 17 times, 15 from the front and 2 in the back. It&#8217;s been confirmed that they went to the same classes in university. As for the killer, Islam, it&#8217;s been said that he had the victim&#8217;s name tattooed on his arm and &#8220;Salma my love&#8221; on his chest. The killer confessed: &#8220;She abandoned me, and I wanted to heal my anger by taking revenge. So I...
- [CairoHouse signs partnership agreements with Consolidated Contractors Company (CCC) and CHROME to develop Al Tahrir Complex](https://www.el-shai.com/cairohouse-ccc-chrome-develop-al-tahrir-complex/): In line with Egypt’s vision – represented by the Egypt Sovereign Fund &#8211; to reuse its assets, attract more foreign investment and develop the Downtown area in Cairo as one of the most prominent tourist attraction spots, CairoHouse signed a number of partnership agreements today to start the development and rehabilitation process of Al Tahrir Complex building to transform it to an iconic hospitality destination in the heart of Cairo with a total investment of more than USD 200 million. CairoHouse is the collaboration of an international consortium of developers and investors led by Oxford Capital Group, Global Ventures Group and...
- [Ben & Jerry's Sues Unilever to Stop Selling their Products in Israel](https://www.el-shai.com/ben-jerrys-sues-unilever-to-stop-selling-israel/): American ice cream company Ben &amp; Jerry’s is taking its parent company Unilever to court today to stop selling their ice cream in Israel. The Backstory: In 2021, the company’s founders, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield,&nbsp;publicly stated&nbsp;their support of the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, which pressures Israel into backing away from military action in Palestine, and that they want to stop selling in Israel because it is inconsistent with their values.&nbsp; Unilever’s Reaction: In 2000, Unilever bought the company, and they now claim they have the final decision on where the company sells its products, including in Israel.&nbsp; This,...
- [Beauty Blogger Menna Ashraf Shares Pregnancy Pictures, and her Followers Shame Her For It](https://www.el-shai.com/beauty-blogger-menna-ashraf-pregnancy-pictures/): Beauty blogger Menna Ashraf shared a photo session with her fans and followers, celebrating both her 30th birthday and pregnancy. Some of the pictures included her husband, where they both wore matching colors and looked all lovey-dovey and absolutely adorable. But why are we writing about this? Apparently, many found ways to shame a successful and happy woman by telling her she should be &#8220;embarrassed&#8221; to show her pregnancy. Somehow people managed to sexualize motherhood and procreation between a married couple. The negative comments flooded the comments section where Menna and the photographer of the session, Art House Studio, had to...
- [Chuck E. Cheese is Coming to Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/chuck-e-cheese-is-coming-to-egypt/): Chuck E. Cheese, the leading family entertainment hub chain in the US and worldwide, is announcing its plan to soon open its first branch in Cairo &#8211; Egypt at Royal Park Mall. The company plans to open 5 branches in Egypt by 2026. The Chuck E. Cheese hub guarantees family fun with games that suit all ages. Freshly baked pizzas, along with a safe and fun family environment. Globally, Chuck E. Cheese hubs offer more than 2 billion playing cards annually with more than 35,000 arcade games. The brand is also known worldwide for hosting great birthday parties, making unforgettable memories...
- [Mark Zuckerberg Announces NFTs are Now Live On Instagram](https://www.el-shai.com/mark-zuckerberg-announces-nfts-are-now-live-on-instagram/): Yesterday, Mark Zuckerberg announced&nbsp;the&nbsp;beginning&nbsp;of the&nbsp;international expansion of digital collectibles on Instagram, following the initial&nbsp;test launch&nbsp;of the product in May. As part of the expansion, more people, creators, and businesses in more than 100 countries in Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and the Americas will be able to share their NFTs on IG. This feature allows people to connect a digital wallet, share digital collectibles (NFTs), and automatically tag both a creator and collector for attribution.&nbsp; Also starting today, Coinbase Wallet and Dapper Wallet are now accepted as a third-party wallet compatible for use and Meta is expanding supported blockchains to include...
- [Creating Exceptional Experiences for Every Household: GROHE Sets New Trends for Customer Convenience with Pro-Bath’s Innovative Products and Services](https://www.el-shai.com/grohe-sets-new-trends-customer-convenience-with-pro-baths/): GROHE, the world-renowned leader in sanitary fittings, continues to build on the success of its summer ‘Pro-Bath’ campaign, providing households with innovative products and seamless services. The campaign witnessed the launch of GROHE renovation vans, a mobile service that provides customers with consultation, checkup, maintenance, and sales offerings right at their doorstep, enhancing the customer journey and showcasing the brand’s new, innovative products that continue to push the boundaries of bathroom and kitchen designs. In addition to the renovation vans, GROHE introduced promotional deals for the campaign, all of which are due to run until August 15, 2022.&nbsp; In alignment with...
- [Sara Sabry, the First Egyptian to Fly to Space Returns from her Successful Mission with Space for Humanity](https://www.el-shai.com/sara-sabry-first-egyptian-fly-space-returns/): Sara Sabry, Citizen Astronaut and the first Egyptian to fly to space, has successfully completed the sub-orbital NS-22 mission onboard Blue Origin’s New Sherpard. Sabry’s seat was sponsored by Space for Humanity, the nonprofit organization which aims to expand access to space for all of humanity. Space for Humanity created the planet’s first Sponsored Citizen Astronaut Program, giving leaders, from any walk of life, the opportunity to apply to go to space and experience the Overview Effect. Citizen Astronauts are selected from a diverse group of leaders around the globe. Upon their return, each citizen astronaut has a commitment to leveraging...
- [Razane Jammal is the Only Arab Representative in Netflix's 'The Sandman'](https://www.el-shai.com/razane-jammal-represents-arab-in-netflix-the-sandman/): Following her success in the hit film KIRA &amp; EL GEN, British-Lebanese actress Razane Jammal&#8216;s new series THE SANDMAN is set to premiere on Netflix as of tomorrow. The film landed its world premiere yesterday in London. Razane Jammal is the series&#8217; only Arab representative. Joining a star-studded cast, Jammal portrays Lyta Hall, a young widow mourning her husband and a friend of Rose who is going through the same thing. The cast attended the premiere of THE SANDMAN, including the original scriptwriter Neil Gaiman, who has won multiple accolades for his works, most of which are science fiction, such as...
- [Emy Tattoo Got Her Own TV Program, and All Hell Broke Loose. But Why?](https://www.el-shai.com/emy-tattoo-got-her-own-tv-program/): Another controversy on social media is happening surrounding Emy Kamal – AKA Emy Tattoo – since it&#8217;s been announced that she&#8217;ll be having her own TV program on the &#8220;Al Shams&#8221; channel. Her TV program will also discuss women&#8217;s beauty and health issues, sticking to her brand. In case you don&#8217;t know who Emy is, she became famous on social media, specifically TikTok, for making beauty-related content to promote her beauty center business. Emy became mostly known for always claiming, &#8220;I&#8217;m not a hairdresser; I&#8217;m a beautician.&#8221; A beautician with millions of daily views on social media getting her TV program...
- [Moon Knight Season 2 is Confirmed by Mohamed Diab and Oscar Isaac](https://www.el-shai.com/moon-knight-season-2-is-confirmed/): In a video posted on Tiktok by director Mohamed Diab&#8216;s daughter, Haya, Moon Knight season 2 is happening, and it will be shot in Cairo, Egypt! The video shows Mohamed Diab along with actor Oscar Isaac in a Nile Boat, where Haya asks &#8220;Will there be a season 2 of Moon Knight?&#8221; and Oscar Isaac answers, &#8220;Why else will we be in Cairo?&#8221; confirming that the limited series is renewed for a new season.
- [Kinda Alloush to Participate in Two Major International Film Festivals](https://www.el-shai.com/kinda-alloush-2-international-festivals/): Kinda Alloush has recently had a distinguished cinematic activity that has resonated internationally. Alloush has two films in competition in two major international film festivals: the Venice International Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival. Kinda’s first film is NEZOUH, directed by Soudade Kaadan, which will land its world premiere at the 79th Venice International Film Festival (August 31-September 10), during which it will be screened in the festival’s Orizzonti Competition. Venice Film Festival president Alberto Barbera commented on the selection of NEZOUH, saying After winning the Debut Film award in Venice, Soudade Kaadan is back with her second feature film,...
- [Astronaut Sara Sabry will Fly To Space on August 4th Aboard Blue Origin's Rocket](https://www.el-shai.com/astronaut-sara-sabry-fly-to-space-august-4th/): Blue Origin announced on Saturday the launch date of its sixth human flight, NS-22, from its first launch site next Thursday, August 4.&nbsp; Engineer Sarah Sabry will join the flight as the first Egyptian woman to fly to space alongside Kobe Cotton, co-founder of YouTube channel Dude Perfect, Portuguese businessman Mario Ferreira, British American mountaineer Vanessa O&#8217;Brien, and technology leader Clint Kelly III. The launch window is scheduled to open at 3:30 pm Cairo time, and the webcast will start thirty minutes before the launch.&nbsp; Additionally, Blue Origin released the NS-22 mission patch. The symbols embedded in the design include: The...
- [Delta University for Science and Technology entered the Guinness Book of Records](https://www.el-shai.com/delta-university-guinness-book-of-records/): Delta University for Science and Technology entered the Guinness Book of Records as the largest dental hospital in the world, built on an area of ​​12,243 square meters, and the hospital that served in the field of community service by treating more than a million citizens for free. The hospital treats about 100,000 patients annually free of charge. It also includes 236 dentists, and 13 different clinics, containing 305 dental units, 20 sterilizers, and 11 x-rays. The Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Mohamed Rabie Nasser, indicates that the university aspires to break more world records in the various faculties...
- [Acting Syndicate Announced the Launch of 1st Edition of Cairo Drama Festival this September](https://www.el-shai.com/acting-syndicate-cairo-drama-festival/): The Acting Syndicate announced through a press conference held today in a hotel in Cairo the launch of the first edition of the Cairo Drama Festival this September. Spearheaded by Dr. Yehia El Fakharany, the Festival&#8217;s Executive Director, the Festival will be held to celebrate Egyptian Drama during the previous Ramadan season. The press conference was attended by a host of the Middle East&#8217;s most prestigious artists and celebrities in Egyptian drama. In line with the direction of Egypt Vision 2030 to focus on art and culture as one of Egypt&#8217;s power pillars, the festival is scheduled to be held annually....
- [Police arrested a Man who Sexually Assaulted a 3-year-old Girl in an Educational Center in Mohandesen](https://www.el-shai.com/police-arrested-man-sexually-assaulted-3-year-old-girl/): The crime was known on 22 July, when the mother of the victim, who works at the center, received a video of the incident from her boss’s personal maid. The harasser is the brother of the center’s owner, who the mother left the child with during her working hours, and the maid was the one who took the video herself when she could have had the chance to save the child.&nbsp; During the investigation, it was discovered that the events leading to the incident started weeks before it happened. The victim’s mother, who is a foreigner, was asked to extend her...
- [Director Kamla Abu Zekry to Recieve Faten Hamama Award For Excellence at 44th Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/kamla-abu-zekry-recieve-faten-hamama-award/): The Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has announced that the eminent Faten Hamama Award for Excellence will be granted to Egyptian director Kamla Abozekry The CIFF 44th edition (13-22 November) will see Kamla Abu Zekry be honored for her outstanding career through the award. Festival president, actor Hussein Fahmy stated that: Kamla Abu Zekry is a talented director with a special touch on her works. She should be honored by a festival that appreciates art and supports the artists in Egypt and the world. As for Kamla Abu Zekry, she expressed her contentment by sharing how honored she is to receive...
- [Humidity In Egypt: 10 Ways To Protect Yourself](https://www.el-shai.com/humidity-in-egypt-10-ways-to-protect-yourself/): This summer in Egypt, we all suffer from high temperatures and dry times, but it seems nothing compared to high humidity. It is the worst thing ever. Undoubtedly, every one of us is quite aware of this fact. Egypt witnesses the hot season from May to October.&nbsp;People everywhere sweat a lot and feel hot and uncomfortable if there is too much moisture in the air. It may also cause respiratory problems, sleep interruption, and dry allergy.&nbsp; If you&#8217;re like us, don&#8217;t sweat it, we got some tips to help you with the increasing humidity in Egypt! Try to open windows or...
- [Telda Receives Final Approval from CBE to Launch their Card and App – But What is Telda?](https://www.el-shai.com/telda-receives-final-approval-from-cbe/): News of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) officially granting Telda the final approval to start operating its card and application in the Egyptian market was released last week, with many claiming this is a major move from the CBE and the fintech sector as a whole in Egypt. We heard of Telda a few years back when it was first announced but were a bit lost on who they are and what they do, so we did some digging. So if you&#8217;re like us, don&#8217;t worry, we got you! So what is Telda? In short, Telda is a Money App...
- [Matrah Matrouh: What We Know About Tarek El Ebiary's Debut Action Film So Far](https://www.el-shai.com/tarek-elebiary-matrah-matrouh-action-film/): After his success in several comedy roles, Tarek El Ebiary is making his debut ACTION role in the upcoming film Matrah Matrouh with the international star Scott Adkins (Boyka) The film is directed by Wael Ehsan, for the third time with Tarek El Ebiary after the films “Ramadan Mabrook Abo Elalameen” and “Amir El Behar.” Matrah Matrouh film stars Mahmoud Hemida, Laila Zaher, Karim Afifi, and Shaimaa Seif among others. Written by Mohamed Ezz and produced by El Sobky For Film Productions.
- [ازاي محمد منير كينج الفلكلور الشعبي من قبل اغنية للي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%ba%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%88-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d9%85%d9%86%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%ac-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%84%d9%83%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4/): من كام يوم ظهرت مشكلة جديدة كانت تريند على السوشيال ميديا و هي مشكلة اغنية للي لمحمد منير في اول تعاون له مع اكرم حسني و اللي اتقابلت باتهامات سرقة لحن و كلمات و كان كل شوية يظهر حد ينسب اللحن او الكلمات لنفسه و يقول انها مسروقة منه غير اللي اتهمها بجهل انها مسروقة من الفلكلور، رغم ان دي مش تهمة اصلا، و ان اساسا اكرم حسني اللي كاتب و موزع الاغنية قايل ده. ليه الاستعانة بالفلكلور مش تهمة اصلا؟ عشان في تعريف كلمة فلكلور، الفلكلور هو مجموعة الفنون القديمة والقصص والحكايات والأساطير المنحصرة ضمن عادات وتقاليد مجموعة سكانية معينة...
- [Sheraton Cairo Hotel and Casino Celebrates Ashraf Naeem and Amany Samy](https://www.el-shai.com/sheraton-cairo-celebrates-ashraf-naeem-and-amany-samy/): For artist Ashraf Naeem, Sheraton Cairo Hotel &amp; Casino proudly announced that the artist Ashraf Naeem had won the Marriott international postcard contest. His remarkable design was chosen from hundreds of submissions worldwide and will be displayed on the postcard of Marriott International for a full year. Sheraton Cairo hotel &amp; Casino is proud and honored to have such a distinctive and creative artist like Ashraf.&nbsp; &nbsp; Mr. Ashraf Michel, the general manager of Sheraton Cairo hotel and casino As for Amany Samy, Sheraton Cairo Hotel and Casino announced she is the first woman elected as head of the syndicate at...
- [2CELLOS in Somabay Red Sea for the First Time in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/2cellos-in-somabay-first-time-in-egypt/): Supporting the Egyptian tourism sector, Egypt’s leading tourism investment company and real estate developer, Abu Soma Touristic Development Company (ASDC), owner of Somabay, hosts the grand concert of the 2CELLOS International Band at Somabay Resort &#8211; Red Sea, during Luka Šulić and Stjepan Hauser’s final live tour together as a team. This comes in collaboration with RMC Worldwide Partners and MBC Group; In line with Egypt’s ambitious plan to revitalize and endorse the Red Sea as one of Egypt&#8217;s most prominent touristic places, such a historical event is held with the aim to promote investments in tourism, as well as highlighting...
- [6 Reasons Why Dan Bilzerian Should NOT be Celebrated](https://www.el-shai.com/6-reasons-dan-bilzerian-should-not-be-celebrated/): On a normal day, the 25th of July, pictures from the &#8220;influencer&#8221; Dan Bilzerian’s wedding took social media by storm, and people celebrated him throughout the day.&nbsp; View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dan Bilzerian (@danbilzerian) Out of excitement and trend, people started sharing the photos forgetting all about what Dan really influences people to do through his content on social media, from toxic masculinity to attention seeking and everything in between. Dan Bilzerian proved to the world years ago that he is everything wrong with society. So, as a reminder, we decided to get you our 6...
- [Egyptian Captain Went Missing After a Commercial Boat Sank in the Pacific Ocean](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-captain-missing-commercial-boat-sank/): On 14 July, a 24-year-old Egyptian captain, Sameh Said, was reported missing after a commercial boat sank in the Pacific Ocean on its way to Libya. The ship had 12 people on it, 10 were rescued, and 2 were missing.  Sameh’s family and friends took to social media to ask for help finding Sameh. Unfortunately, the Jordan Academy for Maritime studies issued a statement about the case, claiming they have no information about the incident. According to one of Sameh’s friends on social media, Sameh studied at the Naval Academy in Jordan and graduated last year. Afterward, he contacted a broker...
- [5 Reasons Why ASUS Laptops are Game Changers](https://www.el-shai.com/5-reasons-why-asus-laptops-are-game-changers/): On 1 July 2022, we were invited to attend the ASUS Intel performance day in Dubai&#8217;s Mandarine Oriental Hotel for their new product demonstration. The event stirred us to learn more about the Taiwanese laptop makers&#8217; plans, new technologies, and how they see the competition in the market.&nbsp; When we arrived in Dubai, we started talking with the ASUS team about the products, and we were surprised by how honest the team was, speaking of the competition and not just saying the pros of their products but also the cons. During the event, we learned more about the behind-the-scenes secrets of...
- [What’s Happening so far at the Trial of the Murder of Shaimaa Gamal](https://www.el-shai.com/what-happening-trial-murder-shaimaa-gamal/): News of the disappearance of TV presenter Shaimaa Gamal started circulating on social media in June, with many accusations claiming her husband, judge Ayman Haggag who also reported her missing, killed her. Security forces immediately started looking into the case and checking the victim’s itinerary on the same day of the crime. Her family said that she was last seen with her husband, Haggag. Only days after, a man who claimed he was close to the husband said he witnessed the crime and informed the authorities of where Gamal was buried. Unfortunately, her lifeless body was found buried in a farm...
- [44th Cairo International Film Festival Reveals First Wave of Film Selections](https://www.el-shai.com/44th-cairo-international-film-festival-selections/): The 44th edition of Cairo International Film Festival (13-22 November) has announced its first wave of film titles including 10 films that will be landing MENA Premiere in the festival’s particolored sections. The revealed lineup includes five films at the Festival’s Out of Competition programme, three films, each will be screened at the Special Screenings, International Competition, and Midnight Screenings, in addition to two films at the International Panorama.The Festival’s lineup of the unveiled 10 titles includes: Alcarràs Recipient of the Golden Bear Award at Berlin International Film Festival this year by director Carla Simon, Alcarràs (Spain, Italy) is slated to...
- [Tasleem Ahaly: All You Need To Know About the Upcoming Comedy Film](https://www.el-shai.com/tasleem-ahaly-all-to-know-comedy-film/): Six years after her last film, &#8220;Laf w Dawaran,&#8221; Donia Samir Ghanem returns to the big screen with the movie &#8220;Tasleem Ahaly&#8221; alongside Hesham Maged. The film is scheduled to be released on 3 August. The story revolves around a couple played by Hesham Maged and Donia Samir Ghanem. The husband works as a doctor who dreams of immigrating to Canada. Suddenly, a woman appears in the couple&#8217;s life and stalks them everywhere. &#8220;Tasleem Ahaly&#8221; will also star Bayoumi Fouad, and other guest stars, including Mohamed Mamdouh and the late Dalal Abdelaziz.&nbsp; The film was written by Sherif Naguib, directed by...
- [ASUS 2022 Laptops Lead the Way With the Latest Intel Processors](https://www.el-shai.com/asus-2022-laptops-latest-intel-processors/): ASUS today highlighted the fact that its 2022 lineup of Zenbook and Vivobook thin-and-light laptops now offer more high-performance EVO models than ever, thanks to brilliant engineering and the outstanding characteristics of the latest 12th Generation Intel® H-Series CPUs, with their thermal design power specifications (TDP) of up to 45 watts. With these innovations, even affordable everyday laptops such as Vivobook 14X/15X OLED (X1403/1503) now deliver significantly more performance than was possible in previous generations. The extra performance on tap from these powerful CPUs — up to 2.5X faster than the previous generation of ASUS laptops — means that users can...
- [El Matareed: What We Know So Far About the Upcoming Comedy Film](https://www.el-shai.com/el-matareed-what-we-know-so-far-upcoming-film/): After the success of his latest comedy series, “Ana w Hya,” Ahmed Hatem returns to the big screen with the comedy movie “El Matareed.” El Matareed movie stars Ahmed Hatem, Tara Emad, Eyad Nassar, Taha El Desouky, Hassan Malek, Mahmoud Ellithi, Mahmoud Hafez and many others. Written by Salah El Gehiny, and directed by Yasser Samy. The movie revolves around Salah, played by Ahmed Hatem who returns from America after his father’s death to receive the inheritance and sell his properties in the countryside, including a football club.&nbsp; The film’s shooting is set to end tonight.&nbsp; Ahmed Hatem recently shared on...
- [Police Arrest a 14-Year-Old Boy Who Raped a 4-Year-Old Girl in a Kids Area in Assiut, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/police-arrest-14-year-boy-raped-4-year-girl-assiut/): During the last day of the eid vacation, reports of the rape of a 4-year-old in a kids play area in Assuit started circulating. The accused is one of the workers in the area and is only 14 years old himself. In a Facebook post, the victim’s cousin wrote the details of the incident.&nbsp; The post explained that the victim was in X.Play in Assiut governorate. The center is almost the only entertainment venue for kids 3+ years old in the governorate.&nbsp; The post explained that parents usually leave their children for hours in the venue while they do some work...
- [On World Emoji Day 2022, Meta reveals the favorite emojis and how they're being used in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/world-emoji-day-2022-meta-favorite-emojis-egypt/): In celebration of World Emoji Day (July 17) and the recent expansion of Reactions on WhatsApp announced by Mark Zuckerberg, Meta shared some fun facts on how people in Egypt are using emojis across their other apps, Facebook and Instagram. Most popular sports emoji in Instagram bios in Egypt: ⚽️ (soccer ball) Some other popular sports emojis used in Facebook posts in Egypt: 🏹, 🏊, 🏀, 🤸 Among the most popular food &amp; beverage emojis used in Facebook and Instagram posts and comments in the country: 🎂, 🍒, 🍰 Also, among the most popular newly released emojis (version 14.0) on Facebook...
- [All About Rui Vitoria, Egypt's New National Football Team Coach](https://www.el-shai.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-rui-vitoria%ef%bf%bc-egypts-coach/): After so many rumors about the upcoming head coach, the Egyptian football association (EFA) settled on the Portuguese Rui Vitoria as the new head coach for the National Football team until 2026 after dismissing the Egyptian Ehab Galal for disappointing results in the 2023 AFCON qualifiers. Since the announcement, people have asked about Vitoria’s qualifications, honors, and managerial statistics.&nbsp; So here is everything you need to know about Rui Vitoria Vitoria, 52, is a Portuguese football manager and a former player who played midfielder. He was not lucky in his playing career as he played for five clubs, all in the...
- [88-year-old Ikhlas' Houseboat Evection is Put On-Hold Until She's Compensated](https://www.el-shai.com/ikhlas-houseboat-evection-on-hold/): News of the removal of houseboats over the Nile started circulating. Many started sharing the story of the 88-year-old woman Ikhlas who’s been living in one of the houses with her animals. Many have been pleading with the government’s decision, especially asking for the help of Ikhlas, even her neighbors who have moved themselves. Luckily, according to Nada Zien Elden, founder of Let’s Explore Egypt, a presidential decree has been issued in regards to Ikhlas&#8217; houseboat. The house will not be removed until she is compensated with what she asks for –which is either a house with a garden for her...
- [O By Michel Fadel is opening for its 2nd season In Egypt, North Coast, Marassi Beach Club House](https://www.el-shai.com/o-by-michel-fadel-2nd-season/): O By Michel Fadel is celebrating the launch of season two at the Beach Club House in Marassi, on the North Coast of Egypt, on the 9th of July, 2022. O By Michel Fadel has been the premier destination for the ultimate musical experience, as it caters to music fans and those who love to spend quality time with their loved ones through live performances from around the globe. To commemorate the launch of season 2, O by Michel Fadel invites fans, influencers, celebrities, and community leaders alike to swing by the 9th of July, 2022, at 09:00 PM for its...
- [The National Authority for Tunnels (NAT) and RATP Dev Cairo Mobility To Remove the Art at The Koleyet el Banat Metro Station](https://www.el-shai.com/remove-art-at-the-koleyet-el-banat-metro-station/): The National Authority for Tunnels (NAT) and RATP Dev Cairo Mobility released a statement saying they will be taking legal action against Wali&#8217;s Studio regarding the plagiarism of the art at the Girl&#8217;s College Koleyet el Banat metro station. The RATP is the company responsible for operating the third Green Line, while Wali&#8217;s Studio is the agency responsible for the designs of the station. The National Authority for Tunnels and the RATP Dev Cairo Mobility assert that they were not aware that the paintings of a Russian artist illegally inspired these designs and that they are against any infringement of intellectual...
- [The Rebirth of Mohamed Hatem￼](https://www.el-shai.com/the-rebirth-of-mohamed-hatem/): If 2022 is anything so far for the Egyptian actor Mohamed Hatem, then it’s been the year of hustling. Hatem didn’t just work on 1, or 2, or 3, but 4 major projects that have taken place worldwide.&nbsp; From the comedy series Abo El Arosa, the Yousry Nasrallah drama series “Menawara be Ahlaha,” the Ramadan hit series “Betlo’a el Ro7,” all the way to the French play Le Voyage De Ma Vie. The law graduate 36-year-old actor doesn’t look like he’s stopping anytime soon.&nbsp; Mohamed Hatem, an Egyptian actor, was born in Cairo. He earned a Master’s degree in law at...
- [The Gray Man: نتفلكس تطرح فيلمها الجديد بدور العرض السينمائية المصرية قبل المنصة](https://www.el-shai.com/the-gray-man-%d9%86%d8%aa%d9%81%d9%84%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%aa%d8%b7%d8%b1%d8%ad-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85%d9%87%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%af-%d8%a8%d8%af%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%b1/): في محاولة منها لتشجيع الجمهور للعودة مرة أخري لحضورالأفلام بدور العرض السينمائية، خاصة مع إتخاذ لجنة إدارة الأزمات بوزارة الصحة المصرية عدد من الإجراءات لتخفيف قيود كورونا، أعلنت نتفلكس عن سابقة هي الأولي من نوعها بعرض فيلمها الجديد The Gray Man بدور العرض السينمائية بجمهورية مصر العربية يوم 13 يوليو القادم، وذلك حرصا منها علي أن يستمتع الجمهور بتجربة الفيلم الملئ بالأكشن والإثارة بدور العرض السينمائية، مؤكدة أن تجربة السينما تظل فريدة ومهمة وينبغي الحفاظ عليها وحث الجمهورعلي الإستمتاع بأحداث الفيلم والمؤثرات البصرية والسمعية، خاصة بعد عزوف عدد كبير من الجمهور خلال الفترة الماضية بسبب إنتشار فيروس كورونا. ويعد الفيلم الذي...
- [IHOP Opens All New Franchise Location in Cairo Festival City Mall on Monday 27th of June](https://www.el-shai.com/ihop-opens-new-location-in-cairo-festival-city/): IHOP® is celebrating the opening of its next franchise location in Cairo Festival City Mall on Monday 27th of June. Located at Cairo Festival City Mall, at the village area, in front of CFC fountain, this new restaurant will serve up the brand’s World-Famous Buttermilk Pancakes and familiar comfort foods, leaving guests with a smile on their face. Since 1958, IHOP has been the place where people connect over breakfast, enjoy study breaks, grab a bite before or after sporting events, and so much more. IHOP has seen millions of smiles over the years in their restaurants and continues to be...
- [“Microbus” Starring Dalia Shawky Wins Jury Award at Festival de Cine Africano in Spain￼](https://www.el-shai.com/microbus-dalia-shawky-festival-de-cine-africano/): Egyptian short film “Microbus”, starring Dalia Shawky, wins Jury Award for Best Short Film at the Festival de Cine Africano in Spain. Written and directed by Maggie Kamal, and starring Shawky along with Dahaba Abuldahab, the film highlights harassment from a different and unprecedented perspective, which prompted its name to receive several awards and win nominations in different festivals, including the 21st edition of Encourage International Film Festival, Cinquest Film Festival in USA, and Mosaic International South Asian Film Festival. It’s noteworthy to mention that Dalia’s latest works include her participation in “Ahlam Saeeda”, which premiered in Ramadan opposite Yousra and...
- [الإعلان الرسمي لفيلم كيرة والجن](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%85%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%83%d9%8a%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%86/): كيرة والجن فيلم مستوحى من أحداث حقيقية تعود بالزمن لأكثر من 100 عام وبالتحديد إبان ثورة 1919، تلك الفترة التي شهدت ذروة مقاومة المصريين بقيادة سعد زغلول للاحتلال الإنجليزي، وتتمثل المقاومة في شخصيتيّ كيرة (كريم عبد العزيز) وعبد القادر الجن (أحمد عز)، كما يقدم الفيلم نظرة متفحصة على المجتمع المصري في تلك الفترة، ومن المقرر إطلاق الفيلم في دور العرض ابتداءً من 30 يونيو الحالي. وبالإضافة للنجمين كريم عبد العزيز وأحمد عز، يضم كيرة والجن عدداً كبيراً من النجوم، من بينهم هند صبري وسيد رجب وأحمد مالك وهدى المفتي ورزان جمال ولارا اسكندر وعلي قاسم ومحمد عبد العظيم. فيلم كيرة والجن...
- [Spotify Celebrates Egyptian Hip Hop Culture with Melouk El Scene](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-egyptian-hip-hop-culture-melouk-el-scene/): To celebrate the growing popularity of the rap scene in Egypt, the world&#8217;s most popular audio streaming platform Spotify is introducing a new visual aesthetic and voice to its leading Egyptian rap playlist, Melouk El Scene. Since 2019, Melouk El Scene has become the most popular rap playlist on Spotify in Egypt, with a 620% increase in its streams since its launch. The playlist enabled rap fans to listen to and discover the most influential names in Egyptian rap that have spurred the growth of the hip hop scene in Egypt today. The sound of the youth tops the charts Rap...
- [The First Look Images of the Epic Supersized Season 4 Conclusion of Stranger Things](https://www.el-shai.com/the-first-look-images-season-4-stranger-things/): It’s been six months since the Battle of Starcourt, which brought terror and destruction to Hawkins. Struggling with the aftermath, our group of friends are separated for the first time – and navigating the complexities of high school hasn&#8217;t made things any easier. In this most vulnerable time, a new and horrifying supernatural threat surfaces, presenting a gruesome mystery that, if solved, might finally put an end to the horrors of the Upside Down. Since its release in 2016, the global phenomenon Stranger Things has garnered over 65 award wins and 175 award nominations, including those from the Emmys, Golden Globes,...
- [Karim Dash’s Plan for a Healthy Diet While Traveling](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-dashs-plan-for-healthy-diet-while-traveling/): Through his official Instagram account, Karim Dash posted an instructional video, explaining the best way to a healthy diet while traveling. During the video, Karim explained how to count the calories that the body needs, according to the weight and height of each person, and how to divide the calories into meals in a way that gives the body the nutritional components it needs from protein, fats and others. The video received great positive interactions. Receiving the American NASM certificate (National Academy of Sports Medicine), encouraged Dash to provide motivational and instructional content in fitness, diet, and nutrition through his official...
- [The Delegation of the European Union and Arabia Pictures Group are launching the first-ever European Film Festival in Saudi Arabia￼](https://www.el-shai.com/european-film-festival-in-saudi-arabia/): The Delegation of the European Union in Riyadh, in cooperation with the Embassies of the EU Member States and the Arabia Pictures Group, announces today the 1st ever European Film Festival in Saudi Arabia. The Festival will run from 15-22 June and entail a screening of 14 European films from different European countries. These include Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Malta, Poland, Spain and Sweden. The projected films include “Little Joe” by Jessica Hausner, “Campeones” by Javier Fesser and “I am Greta” by Nathan Grossman. H.E. Mr. Patrick Simonnet, EU Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,...
- [Alexandria Criminal Court Confirms the Death Sentence on the Murderer of Father Arsanios Wadid in Alexandria](https://www.el-shai.com/alexandria-court-death-murderer-arsanios-wadid/): Today, Alexandria criminal court, presided over by Judge Wahid Sabri, confirmed the death sentence on the murderer of the Coptic priest Arsanios Wadid in Alexandria after two sessions.  The case started on April 7 when the accused stabbed father Arsanios on Alexandria’s seafront promenade while accompanying a group of young parishioners. The residents in the area and a bus driver caught the murderer and handed him over to the police, and they quickly took the priest to the hospital but unfortunately, he died from his wounds. Only minutes after, the Egyptian prosecution opened an investigation into the murder of the Coptic...
- [All You Need To Know About Justin Bieber's Diagnose: Ramsay Hunt Syndrome](https://www.el-shai.com/justin-bieber-ramsay-hunt-syndrome/): On Friday, 10 June 2022, Justin Bieber revealed that he is suffering from facial ticks, a syndrome called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, in a lengthy video on Instagram. In the video, the 28-year-old pop star&#8217;s right eye was unable to blink, and the right side of his face did not move. The video revealed the mystery behind the cancellation of Justin Bieber&#8217;s tour recently, shocking all his fans worldwide. Some even attacked him without considering that he may be suffering from a certain illness. In the video, Bieber said: I have this syndrome called Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. It is from this virus...
- [The American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE) hosts an Exclusive Tour in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/american-research-center-in-egypt-arce-tour-cairo/): The American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE) hosted an exclusive media tour in Cairo roaming some preserved sites that were previously conserved in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MOTA). The group visited three sites to get a live look of how ARCE’s cultural heritage projects prevent historical sites from further damage. The first visit was to the Great Pyramid of Khufu which is of course known for being the largest pyramid ever built and one of the most popular tourist sites in the world. But visitors did not know that a grand temple once rose on the east...
- [Everything You Need to Know About Netflix's Upcoming Series The Sandman](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-upcoming-series-the-sandman/): When the Sandman, aka Dream (Tom Sturridge) — the powerful cosmic being who controls all our dreams — is unexpectedly captured and held prisoner for over a century, he must journey across different worlds and timelines to fix the chaos his absence has caused. Based on the beloved award-winning DC comic series written by Neil Gaiman, THE SANDMAN is a rich, character-driven blend of myth and dark fantasy woven together over the course of ten epic chapters following Dream’s many adventures. The series also stars Boyd Holbrook, Patton Oswalt, Vivienne Acheampong, Gwendoline Christie, Charles Dance, Jenna Coleman, David Thewlis, Stephen Fry,...
- [The U.S. Embassy in Cairo Invites 11 Designers from  Austin, Texas for the ATX-EGY Fashion Exchange Program](https://www.el-shai.com/the-u-s-embassy-in-cairo-atx-egy/): The U.S. Embassy in Cairo invited designers from Austin, Texas, to Cairo as a part of the ATX-EGY Fashion exchange program. The program guided fashion designers—11 from Austin and 10 from Egypt—through design education and a professional showcase in each other&#8217;s home countries to increase global brand awareness. The ATX+EGYPT Fashion Pop-Up is fully funded by the U.S. Embassy in Cairo. The American designers included Jonathan &#8216;Chaka&#8217; Mahone of NefrFreshr, Musa Ato of League of Rebels, Christina Fitzgerald of ONLY by Nina Fitzgerald, Margo Dilling of Turtle Cay Island Wear, Cassandra King of CassandraCollections, and Randell Jones LNS Crew Productions. During...
- [الإعلان التشويقي لفيلم كيرة والجن￼](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b4%d9%88%d9%8a%d9%82%d9%8a-%d9%84%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%83%d9%8a%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ac%d9%86%ef%bf%bc/): مثِّل إنك مش خايف، لحد ما تصدق، وعدوك يصدقالإعلان التشويقي لفيلم كيرة والجن٣٠ يونيوفي جميع دور العرض في مصر والوطن العربيأحداث الفيلم مستوحاة من قصص حقيقية فيلم «كيرة والجن» مأخوذ عن رواية 1919 للمؤلف أحمد مراد الذى كتب له السيناريو والحوار، ويخرجه مروان حامد، ويشارك فى بطولته كريم عبدالعزيز وأحمد عز وهند صبرى وسيد رجب، أحمد مالك، علي قاسم، هدى المفتي، محمد عبدالعظيم، عارفة عبدالرسول، تامر نبيل، بالإضافة إلى مجموعة من ضيوف الشرف.
- [The 9 Most Anticipated Movies Coming to Disney+ in MENA June 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/9-movies-coming-to-disney-mena-june/): The long-awaited streaming platform, Disney+ is now closer to the MENA region than ever; it’s launching on June 8, with various movies coming this month. So, here we got you the 9 most anticipated movies coming to Disney+ in MENA region&nbsp; Enjoy the diversity! Star Wars’ “The Book of Boba Fett” On the sands of Tatooine, bounty hunter Boba Fett and mercenary Fennec Shand navigate the Galaxy&#8217;s underworld and fight for Jabba the Hutt&#8217;s old territory. Stars: Temuera Morrison, Ming-Na Wen, Abdullah Saeed Fawaz Al-Kubaisi. Cruella Estella is a young and clever grifter who&#8217;s determined to make a name for herself...
- [The long-awaited, already award-winning AA Theatre is officially opening on the 15th of June](https://www.el-shai.com/award-winning-aa-theatre-is-officially-opening/): The AA Theatre is the first acoustically functional opera house, concert hall, and multi-purpose theatre in Jordan. This multi-dimensional theatre offers a vibrant space where artists, performers, and innovators can collaborate and develop. The splendor of the theatre hints at baroque-era theatres with its burgundy and bronze tones complemented by a contemporary design. The theatre has already won the 2022 Innovation Award for Leisure and Entertainment. The technical aspects of the project were spearheaded and installed by theatre systems integrators International New Technical Est. (INTE). Its exceptional design, intelligent audio and visual systems, 12 motorized heads, a comprehensive rigging system, 20...
- [Lynda Belkhiria is appointed Manager of the 9th Cairo Film Connection](https://www.el-shai.com/lynda-belkhiria-manager-9th-cairo-film-connection/): The 44th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) will be held from 13 &#8211; 22 November and opens now for submissions for the 9th Cairo Film Connection, the Festival’s co-production market. Cairo International Film Festival announces also the appointment of Lynda Belkhiria as the Manager of the 9th edition of Cairo Film Connection. Hussein Fahmy, President of CIFF, expresses his delight to receive new film projects to participate within the Cairo Film Connection, which has been supporting for 8 years, several upcoming filmmaking talents and have been helping them to be recognized on the regional but also on the...
- [Netflix June 2022: Top 9 New Series and Seasons Coming to the Streaming Platform](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-june-2022-top-9-new-series-and-seasons/): What can compete with the summer nights while watching your favorite Netflix series? Nothing can, but the Netflix new releases itself for June 2022. So, we have got you covered with the 9 most anticipated new series and seasons coming to Netflix June 2022! The Umbrella Academy: Season 3 June 22 Money Heist: Korea &#8211; Joint Economic Area&nbsp; June 24 Thieves overtake the mint of a unified Korea. With hostages trapped inside, the police must stop them — as well as the shadowy mastermind behind it all. Peaky Blinders: Season 6&nbsp; June 10 The Shelbys suffer a crushing loss. Four years...
- [All You Need to Know About Youssra and Nelly Karim's Rose and Layla Series](https://www.el-shai.com/all-to-know-youssra-nelly-rose-and-layla-series/): What can be better than seeing our beloved superstar Youssra reteaming with veteran actress Nelly Karim for their upcoming series Rose and Layla? Nothing, we tell ya.&nbsp; After their first collaboration in the series Saraya Abdeen (2014), we waited for that second collaboration for so long that it finally happened. So here we are telling you all that we know about the Rose and Layla series It is a 12-episode action and dark comedy series that follows two unprofessional and financially challenged detectives “Rose and Layla” hired to solve the mystery of major bank fraud in Cairo. But, they encounter some...
- [On International Everest Day: Meet the 3 Egyptians Who Made it to the Top of Everest](https://www.el-shai.com/the-3-egyptians-who-made-it-to-the-top-of-everest/): Egyptians have always been history makers. And when it comes to climbing and topping the world, there ain&#8217;t no mountain high enough for the Egyptian athletes.&nbsp;And since today, 29 May 2022, is International Everest day, it&#8217;s time to remember our champions. So, we decided to highlight the 3 Egyptians who made it to the top of Everest and have a look at their journies. Omar Samra Omar Samra was the first Egyptian and the youngest Arab to summit Mount Everest (8,850m) on 17 May 2007.&nbsp;Moreover, he became the first Egyptian to complete the 7 summits college on 31 May 2013 by...
- [On National Burger Day: Your Ultimate Guide For Cairo's Best 9 Burger Places](https://www.el-shai.com/national-burger-day-9-cairo-burger-places/): What can be better than tasting heaven between two buns? Nothing, we tell ya. And since today, 28th May 2022, is National Burger Day, it is the best time to gather with your friends and family and just eat your favorite burgers. So here we got you a list of the best 9 Cairo Burger restaurants, their branches, and delivery numbers for the tastiest National Burger Day celebration. Buffalo burger Being one of the top burger places in Egypt is not an easy mission. But buffalo burgers made it, and we can&#8217;t be more satisfied with their mouthwatering beef and chicken...
- [Meta Brings Global Spark AR Challenge to the Middle East for the First Time](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-global-spark-ar-challenge-middle-east/): Meta, in collaboration with Coders HQ and the Museum of the Future, has announced today the launch of the first global Spark AR Challenge under the theme of “Tomorrow Today &#8211; What will the next decade bring? The challenge will encourage creators to visualize the impact of technology and innovation on future lifestyles, mobility, work, and communication, by designing augmented reality effects using the latest Spark AR capabilities. Through the Spark AR challenge, which is launching for the first time in the middle east from May 23, and running until June 17, 2022, Meta, Coders HQ, and the Museum of the...
- [Spotify Presents 10 Egyptian Voices to Watch this Africa Day](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-10-egyptian-voices-africa-day/): African music has always been a total art form, from songs of freedom to songs of expression that have an unmatched universal appeal. The land of pharaohs has continued to inspire and attract creators to produce some of the continent’s most loved music. In celebration of Africa Day, Spotify is spotlighting ten young Egyptian artists that represent Egypt&#8217;s unique creativity, storytelling, and sound across various genres. The list was put together by Spotify&#8217;s Music team and looks at the next wave of emerging artists who have been taking the music scene by storm.&nbsp;&nbsp; Lege-cy Egyptian singer, songwriter, and producer, Lege-cy, began...
- [Arabs at Cannes Film Festival 2022 and The Best Representations](https://www.el-shai.com/arabs-at-cannes-film-festival-2022/): The 75th annual Cannes film festival 2022 at Palais des Festivals&nbsp;is here. We have so many Arabs representing at the festival, and we couldn&#8217;t be more proud. Arabs at Cannes aren&#8217;t just attending, they&#8217;re REPRESENTING, and they all look fierce doing it! So we got you some of our favorite moments by Arabs at Cannes Film Festival 2022. Ahmed Shawky Ahmed Shawky didn&#8217;t just attend, but he made history as the first Egyptian head of the jury of critics at Cannes Film Festival. Nicolas Mouawad Lebanese actor Nicolas Mouawad had his latest film, &#8220;Three Thousand Years of Longing,&#8221; directed by the...
- [The Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Council for Climate Change launches the National Strategy for Climate Change in Egypt 2050](https://www.el-shai.com/the-national-strategy-for-climate-change-in-egypt-2050/): The Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Council for Climate Change launches the National Strategy for Climate Change in Egypt 2050 in the presence of the Minister of Environment and related ministers Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Council for Climate Change, launched the national strategy for climate change in Egypt 2050 today at a ceremony organized by the Ministry of Environment This embodies a blueprint for achieving the &#8220;third sub-goal of the updated Egypt Vision 2030,&#8221; to address the challenges of climate change. The strategy, which employs a flexible, low-emissions approach, enables Egypt to plan...
- [Who Was the Naked Protestor at Cannes Film Festival?](https://www.el-shai.com/who-was-the-naked-protestor-cannes-film-festival/): This week, on May 20th, 2022, a naked protestor stripped off on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival to reveal her body painted in the colors of the Ukrainian flag with the words &#8220;Stop Raping Us&#8221; in a solo protest. The protest was over Russian soldiers&#8217; rapes and widespread sexual violence happening to Ukrainian women during the ongoing war.  Who was the Naked Protestor? The protestor had &#8220;SCUM&#8221; written on her back, which affiliated her with the French feminist group. SCUM is self-described &#8220;radical feminist activists and universalist blasphemers&#8221; group. On Instagram, the group stated that one of its...
- [Azza Fahmy unveils an enthralling collection, ‘Wonders of Nature Reimagined’](https://www.el-shai.com/azza-fahmy-collection-wonders-of-nature-reimagined/): In a series of collections inspired by nature and its life forms, Azza Fahmy reintroduces its most admired theme in preparation to launch its latest collection ‘Wonders of Nature Reimagined’. Composed of four artisanal chapters that fuse between Azza Fahmy’s classic style and a combination of eccentric gemstones, ‘Wonders of Nature Reimagined’ is both versatile and fun. Head of Design, Amina Ghali creates pieces that are astonishingly creative, blurring the lines between the perfect and the imperfect, comparable to nature itself. The snake has been a signature element in traditional peasant jewellery for over 200 years, moreover in Ancient Egypt the...
- [Thanaweya Amma: How I Boosted My Mental Health Against Social Pressure a Month Before the Exams](https://www.el-shai.com/thanaweya-amma-boosted-mental-health-before-exams/): Thanaweya Amma (high school) has always been a nightmare for all Egyptians, even those already graduated from high school. Especially the month before the final exams became one of the most stressful periods of the year for students as they revise almost 8 subjects more than twice in a very short time aiming to get high grades. During that month, mostly all students start focusing on studying and minimizing their entertainment time, sleeping hours, and neglecting their social life with the help of their families, in the name of hard work to get a high grade in the end. However, that...
- [Omnia Stars:  How Child Abusers Can Still Get Away with Their Crimes on Major Platforms Like YouTube](https://www.el-shai.com/omnia-stars-child-abuse-youtube/): People on social media have been talking about a woman creating content on the Youtube channel “Omnia Stars,” using her children and even sexually absuing them, in the name of medical education, in her videos to get views and make money. She claims she is a certified medical assistant, though she can make her educational, medical content using dummies, and her children certainly don&#8217;t need or can handle, all of what is injected into them. Her content revolves around injecting her son and daughter, usually in private areas, for supposed educational reasons. Some of the videos include suppository as well. Obviously,...
- [Al Rawabi School For Girls Season 2 is Coming on Netflix!](https://www.el-shai.com/al-rawabi-school-for-girls-season-2-netflix/): Following the international success of Al Rawabi School for Girls, which premiered on August 12, 2021, Netflix is excited to announce that the series has been renewed for Season 2. A first-of-its-kind in the Arab World, Al Rawabi School for Girls explores the challenges that young women face as they navigate high school, capturing the highs and lows of adolescence in a relatable and authentic way. Released in 190 countries and available in over 32 languages, Season 1 of Al Rawabi School for Girls resonated with young adults worldwide, mirroring their lives on screen. Tima Shomali and Shirin Kamal will return...
- [Debunking the Giza Sphinx "Closed Eyes" Rumor](https://www.el-shai.com/debunking-giza-sphinx-closed-eyes-rumor/): A photo of the great Giza sphinx has been circulating on social media that showed the sphinx statue sleeping, which made people think that it&#8217;s not a real photo, and some felt that it was for the sphinx statue copy in China. However, the photo was photoshopped to decrease its shadows, making it appear like its eyes were closed. And when we increased the shadows in the circulated one by a photo editing app, the eyes were there. And that&#8217;s before and after increasing the shadows. Moreover, the photoshopped photo shows inconsistencies in the right eye&#8217;s shadows and pixels, proving that...
- [Cairo International Film Festival opens submissions for the 44th edition](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-opens-submissions-for-the-44th-edition/): Cairo international film festival announces the call for submissions for films wishing to participate in its 44th edition, held from the 13th to the 22nd of November at Cairo opera house. Submissions are open from May 15th till August 15th on the festival’s official website: www.ciff.org.eg. Hussein Fahmy, festival president, stated that the festival seeks in the 44th edition to attract diverse films that represent the different cinematic movements and explore new inspiring experiences from around the world. As for the preparations for the edition, festival director Amir Ramses stated that the management has made all the necessary arrangements for the...
- [Shereen Abu Aqleh: The Life of Palestinian Journalist Who was Shot Dead in West Bank by Israeli Forces](https://www.el-shai.com/shereen-abu-aqleh-all-about-palestinian-journalist/): On Wednesday, 11th May 2022, the Israeli military shot Palestinian and Al Jazeera channel’s journalist Shereen Abu Aqleh while covering a raid on the Jenin refugee camp in the West Bank.  According to the Palestinian Health Ministry, Shereen was shot in the head, and she was taken to the hospital before dying. Al Jazeera channel is accusing the Israeli army of killing her intentionally. She has been representing the Plaesteninan’s voice and was wearing a press jacket that identifies her as a journalist. However, the Israeli army stated that they are looking into the possibility that Palestinian shooters killed her. And on the...
- [Amir El-Masry selected as the Ambassador of the United Nation’s Shabab Balad Initiative](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-united-nations-shabab-balad/): Actor Amir El-Masry announced his selection as an ambassador for the United Nations international initiative, Shabab Balad. The initiative is in cooperation with the United Nations International Children&#8217;s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), which was launched for the first time as part of the fourth edition of the World Youth Forum. Egypt is the first country in the Middle East region in which this initiative has been launched. Shabab Balad&#8217;s initiative aims to support and empower young people in education, employment, entrepreneurship, and participation. During the official announcement, Amir El-Masry stated as an ambassador for the initiative, “I am very proud of the...
- [بلاغ للنائب العام لمنع فيلم العيد "واحد تاني" بطولة أحمد حلمي من العرض للترويج للمثلية الجنسية](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%ba-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%a6%d8%a8-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d8%a7%d9%85-%d9%84%d9%85%d9%86%d8%b9-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%ad%d8%af/): بعد عرض فيلم &#8220;واحد تاني&#8221; بطولة أحمد حلمي في السينمات في العيد، تقدم محامي ببلاغ للنائب العام المصري بيطالب فيه بضرورة وقف عرض فيلم &#8220;واحد تاني&#8221; عشان بيروج للمثلية الجنسية من خلال ان أحمد حلمي (في دور مصطفى) بياخد لبوسة مضيئة بتغير مسار حياته للاحسن و ان فيها ايحاءات جنسية كتير ضد ثقافتنا. و كمان مش بس عشان اللبوسة و الشذوذ، لكن الترويج لمنتج بعينه في الاعلان و في الفيلم نفسه دون اعطاء جزء من ارباحه لنقابة الممثلين باعتبار اموالها اموال عامة. عشان كده طالب مقدم البلاغ بالقبض على صناع الفيلم و منعهم من السفر و سحب الفيلم من السينمات و...
- [Arabic Tunes From Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight Score Big on Spotify](https://www.el-shai.com/moon-knight-tunes-score-big-spotify/): Since its release, Marvel Studios&#8217; latest live-action series Moon Knight has been celebrated by the region for paying tribute to Arab artists and composers from both the past and present-day, introducing Marvel fans to timeless classics and some of today&#8217;s biggest movers and shakers in the Arabic music scene. The Disney+ original series follows the story of Steven Grant, a mild-mannered gift-shop employee that becomes plagued by blackouts and mysterious memories of another life. After one fateful encounter, Grant discovers that he has Dissociative Identity Disorder and shares a body with Marc Spector &#8211; a former mercenary and the ruthless avatar...
- [9 Things You Can Avoid as a Content Creator that Lead Daniel Howell to Quit](https://www.el-shai.com/9-things-avoid-as-content-creator-daniel-howell/): On Thursday, 5th May 2022, the famous YouTuber Daniel Howell returned to youtube after a 2-year break with a video titled &#8220;Why I Quit Youtube,&#8221; and the video gained over 1.5M views in less than 24 hours. In the video, Daniel discussed his decision to quit Youtube, including mental health issues, depression after Youtube canceled his Youtube Original show, and many other disappointments. The video didn&#8217;t just affect his fans but also us as content creators. Even though we don&#8217;t particularly create the same content as Daniel, we still related and felt it&#8217;s important for all current and upcoming content creators...
- [All about Egypt’s Summer 2022 Working Hours](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-summer-2022-working-hours/): Egypt returns the summer working hours for shops, restaurants, malls, and cafes from the 7th of May 2022 until the last Thursday of September 2022, according to a decision issued by the country&#8217;s Local Development Minister Mahmoud Shaarawy. The working hours will be as follow: First: Shops and Malls The opening hours of shops and malls will be daily from 7 AM to 11 PM. These timings will be increased on Thursdays and Fridays, and official holidays until midnight. Second: Restaurants and Cafes The opening hours of restaurants, cafes, and bazaars, including those in malls, will be daily from 5 AM...
- [Eid Al-Fitr 2022 Movies: What are the Numbers at the Box Office?](https://www.el-shai.com/eid-box-office-numbers-2022/): In Eid movies season 2022, the competition between the 3 Eid movies is clear as sunlight making the Eid movies box office have almost +40 Million EGP after the 3 days. So here we got you how were the movies performing at the box office since the night before Eid Wahed Tany Wahed Tany movie is leading the Eid movies box office since released. The movie has made collections&nbsp;of almost 1,000,000 EGP on the night before Eid, 5,000,000 EGP on the first Eid Day, and 7,200,000 EGP on the second Eid day, and 6,950,000 EGP on its third Eid day to...
- [5 Reasons Why We Think Wahed Tany is the Perfect Comeback for Ahmed Helmy](https://www.el-shai.com/wahed-tany-perfect-comeback-ahmed-helmy/): I&#8217;m a die-hard fan of Ahmed Helmy. However, when we knew that he was coming back to the Eid movies season with the film &#8220;Wahed Tany,&#8221; although the trailer was promising, we were confused and afraid that his equation for Eid 2022 wouldn&#8217;t meet our expectations.&nbsp; “Wahed Tany” stars Ahmed Helmy, Ruby, Ahmed Malek, Nesreen Amin, Sayed Ragab, Amr Abdel Gelil, and many other guest stars. The film was written by Haitham Dabour and directed by Mohamed Shaker Khodeir. When we finally watched the movie, however, we believed it was a strong comeback for Ahmed Helmy after years of absence, and...
- [Maroon 5 Live at the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt - Recap!](https://www.el-shai.com/maroon-5-live-at-the-pyramids-of-giza-egypt-recap/): Yes, Maroon 5 Live at the Pyramids was as magical as you&#8217;d think! Grammy award-winning American pop-rock band Maroon 5 performed their concert in front of the pyramids as a part of their 2022 world tour under the &#8220;Live at the Pyramids&#8221; series of events by Nacelle. This concert follows the legendary rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers&#8217; performance in the same venue by the same organizers. The band performed some of their all time classics like &#8220;This love,&#8221; &#8220;She will be loved,&#8221; &#8220;Sunday Morning,&#8221; &#8220;Moves like Jagger,&#8221; to some of their latest songs like &#8220;Memories,&#8221; &#8220;Lost,&#8221; and &#8220;Beautiful Mistakes.&#8221; Jordanian...
- [٣ اسباب خلت محمد حاتم من افضل الممثلين في رمضان في دور اكرم في مسلسل بطلوع الروح](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%aa%d9%85-%d8%af%d9%88%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%b1%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%b7%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%ad/): مسلسل بطلوع الروح من ابرز مسلسلات رمضان السنادي من قبل كمان ما يبدأ عرضه لانه بيحكي عن عالم داعش و حياة الارهابيين بطريقة جديدة جوا عالم اول مرة نشوفه في مسلسل بتفاصيله دي من خلال قصة بنت اسمها روح فجأة بتلاقي جوزها اكرم اللي بيقوم بدوره محمد حاتم بقا ارهابي و واخدها معاه لمعسكر داعش بالعافية و معاهم ابنهم. و من بداية المسلسل شخصية أكرم اللي بيقوم بدورها محمد حاتم هي من اكتر الشخصيات اللي عليها علامات استفهام من الناس و مع كل حلقة بتزيد الاسئلة اللي الناس من جواها بتسألها في نفسها لأكرم و اللي كلها بتبدأ دايما ب &#8220;ليه...
- [12 Guest Stars We Enjoyed Watching in Maktoob Alaya Series](https://www.el-shai.com/guest-stars-maktoob-alaya-series/): Maktoob Alaya series is one of the top trending series during the holy month of Ramadan 2022, marking Akram Hosny’s strongest come back after a couple of years of absence.  Akram Hosny’s acting and the songs included in the episodes are not the only reason. However, Maktoob Alaya caught the audience’s eyes with the amazing guest stars who appeared in the episodes. So we decided to prepare for you a list of our favorite guest stars who participated in the series “Maktoob Alaya.”  Ahmad Fahmy After their latest “Regalet elbet” and their most successful series “Rayah elmadam,” we thought that we’re...
- [دميانة ايمن: خطف بنت قاصر و ابتزاز اهلها على السوشيال ميديا](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%af%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%8a%d9%85%d9%86-%d8%ae%d8%b7%d9%81-%d8%a8%d9%86%d8%aa-%d9%82%d8%a7%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d9%88-%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%aa%d8%b2%d8%a7%d8%b2-%d8%a7%d9%87%d9%84%d9%87%d8%a7/): حوادث الخطف ازدادت مؤخرا و السوشيال ميديا اصبحت مكان مهم للاستنجاد بالدولة ووزارة الداخلية زي اللي حصل من امبارح مع دميانة ايمن على هاشتاج #دميانه_ايمن_طلعت_لازم_ترجع بس للاسف السوشيال ميديا و الهاشتاج كانو كمان وسيلة لابتذاذ الخاطف لاهلها و اصحابها. ايه اللي حصل؟ هاشتاج #دميانه_ايمن_طلعت_لازم_ترجع تريند على السوشيال ميديا و فيه استنجاد من اهل و اصحاب بنت اسمها دميانة عندها ١٥ سنة اتخطفت و هي في طريقها للدرس من قدام مساكن اسكو في بهتيم يوم ٢٩/٤/٢٠٢٢ الساعه ١٢ الظهر. الخاطف بيبتذ اهلها و اصحابها على السوشيال ميديا  اصحابها واهلها نشروا كذا سكرين شوت من على جروب بتاع المخدومين بتاع الكنيسة لما كانوا...
- [Your Ultimate Guide for Eid 2022 Kahk Prices in Cairo, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/eid-2022-kahk-prices-cairo/): Eid Mubarak! Whatever the plans you got for the Eid holiday, it involves some desserts to eat while watching your favorite Eid movies for the ultimate family gatherings. So here we got you our list of the best dessert shops that serve Earth-shattering Eid Kahk and Biscuits&nbsp;and their prices. Coppermelt Over the past years, Coppermelt has been offering super delicious sweets for every occasion. And this year, for Eid Al-Fitr 2022, they’re proving their well-established reputation as the ultimate place where we can find our delicious Kahk and Biscuits for Eid by offering: Biscuits box for 110 L.E Kahk Agwa for...
- [Ramadan on Twitter: What Did People Tweet About in Ramdan 2022?](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-on-twitter-what-did-people-tweet-about-in-ramdan-2022/): In 2022, Twitter recorded over 47 million Tweets during Ramadan, a 31% year-on-year increase from last year, reflecting Twitter’s role as the place to discover what is happening in real-time. As people celebrated the holy month, trending conversations on the platform centered on faith, spirituality, food and entertainment. Here are some of this year’s highlights from the month of Ramadan on Twitter: The top countries within the MENA region discussing Ramadan on Twitter were: Saudi Arabia Egypt Kuwait United Arab Emirates Oman The symbol used to send salutations upon the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) ﷺ was Tweeted almost 4 million times, while...
- [Netflix May 2022: Top 8 New Series and Seasons Coming to The Streaming Platform](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-may-2022-series/): While Ramadan is coming to an end and our watchlist will be empty for a while, Netflix saved our time with their special kind of entertainment in its May 2022 series releases. So, we have got you covered with the 8 most anticipated series coming to Netflix May 2022! Stranger Things: Season 4 Volume 1&nbsp; Teen Horror Drama &#8211; May 27 Darkness returns to Hawkins just in time for spring break, triggering fresh terror, disturbing memories — and the threat of war. Stars: Winona Ryder,&nbsp;David Harbour,&nbsp;Finn Wolfhard,&nbsp;Millie Bobby Brown,&nbsp;Gaten Matarazzo,&nbsp;Caleb McLaughlin,&nbsp;Noah Schnapp,&nbsp;Sadie Sink,&nbsp;Natalia Dyer,&nbsp;Charlie Heaton,&nbsp;Joe Keery,&nbsp;Maya Hawke,&nbsp;Priah Ferguson,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cara Buono Love, Death...
- [Here Are the 10 Most-Streamed Soundtracks of Ramadan as per Streams of “Ramadan Series” playlist on Spotify](https://www.el-shai.com/10-most-streamed-ramadan-soundtracks-spotify/): Year on year, Ramadan’s content game never ceases to impress us. From women empowerment to thought-provoking social issues to comedy, the creators behind Ramadan’s TV shows truly know how to make the month extra special, gathering families and friends together in front of their TV sets to watch their favorite shows. The music element of the series has also become more and more important in storytelling. And that’s why Spotify has put together a list of the most-streamed soundtracks of Ramadan as per streams of “Ramadan Series” playlist. Tell us which one is yours?  1-&nbsp;Nancy Ajram &#8211;&nbsp;UTurn (Intro Of Uturn Series) 2-&nbsp;Akram Hosny...
- [Harvey Specter vs. Zein Thabet: Did Asser Yassin Really Manage to Convince Specter's Die Hard Suits Fans?](https://www.el-shai.com/harvey-specter-vs-zein-thabet-asser-yassin-suits/): Let me start off by saying I have never watched the original Suits series, nor was I ever interested in watching it. So, needless to say, when it was announced that they would be making Suits in Arabic, I wasn&#8217;t one of those who lost their minds over the adaptation. On the contrary, I was slightly enjoying everyone losing it over a TV series. People were fuming that the series was getting an Egyptian adaptation. However, the one who seemed to be getting most of the heat during the debate was actor&nbsp;Asser Yassin,&nbsp;who was cast for the role of&nbsp;Harvey Specter.&nbsp; It&#8217;s...
- [Breaking Down Ramadan 2022's Ad Campaigns: Starting with Uber](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-2022s-ad-campaigns-uber/): We&#8217;re almost by the end of Ramadan, and almost all ads are now aired. Since we&#8217;ve seen all ads now, we decided to break down some of the ads from an entertaining and marketing perspective. The recurring themes of most ads this year, and in previous years if we&#8217;re being honest, are getting a lot of celebrities, adding something nostalgic, high production, and a long jingle that gets stuck in your head. Yet, even with all of that, it&#8217;s becoming a struggle to remember the brands of the ads, and they barely reflect the product itself or the service.&nbsp; We will...
- [4 Confirmed (1 Maybe) Eid Movies to be Released in Egyptian Cinemas](https://www.el-shai.com/5-movies-releasing-in-eid-2022/): While we’re almost to the end of Ramadan,&nbsp;and our watch list will be empty for a while, missing the series we used to watch during Ramadan. We decided to get you the lifesaver watch list of the announced Eid Al-Fitr 2022 movies so far to save your holiday, from comedy to action to romantic movies. So all you need to do is grab some popcorn? Wahed Tany Ahmed Helmy is making a comeback to the Egyptian cinema this Eid season with &#8220;Wahed Tany&#8221; movie after 2 years of absence.&nbsp; The film &#8220;Wahed Tany&#8221; revolves around a social worker (Ahmed Helmy) who...
- [10 Horror Movies To Watch On Halloween Night](https://www.el-shai.com/10-horror-movies-to-watch-on-halloween-night/): Halloween, the celebration of the dead and everything spooky, is here! If you&#8217;re one of those who want to feel the spooks without leaving the comfort of your own home, we got you! Here is a list of 10 horror movies you can watch on Halloween night: Annabelle Creation Annabelle Creation is the second part of the Annabelle movie. This suspenseful and terrifying action revolves around a husband and wife living alone after the death of their only daughter. They embedded their daughter&#8217;s spirit into a doll, only to realize it was a demon. Years later, the couple decided to welcome a...
- [جرائم حقيقية حصلت في ليلة الإحتفال بالهالوين](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ac%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%85-%d8%ad%d9%82%d9%8a%d9%82%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%84%d9%8a%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%ad%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d9%8a%d9%86/): في يوم 31 أكتوبر من كل سنة بيحتفل الناس من كل البلاد في العالم بـ الهالوين أو&#8221;عيد القديسين&#8221; واللي بيرجع أصله لمهرجان ايرلندي قديم كان بيتعمل من الفين سنة، بس بقي ليه شهرة كبيره خاصة بعد ما انتجت السينما الأمريكية افلام كتير بتتكلم عن العيد ده، وكلها كانت افلام مرعبة ،وبتختلف  طريقة احتفالات الناس باليوم ده، فممكن تلاقي أشخاص بيولعوا شموع في البلكونات واشخاص تانية بتلبس لبس زي السحرة أو أشباح أو هياكل عظمية،  وفي اليوم دة الاطفال  بيتنقلوا من بيت لبيت ويخبطوا على الأبواب وبيطلبوا من الناس  انهم يديهم قطع من الشوكلاته أو حلوى ولما الشخص بيفتح الباب ليهم الأطفال...
- [D-CAF’s Arab Arts Focus program spotlights Women in Contemporary Dance](https://www.el-shai.com/d-cafs-arab-arts-focus-program-spotlights-women-in-contemporary-dance/): This year’s edition of D-CAF’s Arab Arts Focus program features five spectacular dance shows choreographed and performed by women from Egypt and Palestine, exploring the unique challenges and intricacies of Arab womanhood.&nbsp; The Arab Arts Focus (AAF) is a one-of-a-kind program showcasing exceptional art from the Arab world, and providing regional creators the opportunity to present their work to an international audience of industry professionals.&nbsp; D-CAF Founder and Artistic Director, Ahmed El Attar, commented on the prevalence of dance in the program, saying: “I think the selection is very reflective of the general landscape of performing arts in the Arab World...
- [Artists And Bands We’re Excited To See At Cairo Jazz Festival 2022 ](https://www.el-shai.com/artists-and-bands-were-excited-to-see-at-cairo-jazz-festival-2022/): In its 14th edition, Cairo International Jazz Festival 2022 is taking place in AUC’s Tahrir Cultural Center from Thursday, 27 October, to Friday, 4 November 2022.&nbsp; CJF is an annual festival that aims to widespread Jazz to reach more people, and it gathers artists from all around the world for people to share and enjoy different tastes and colors of Jazz and music.&nbsp; In the past 10 years, we all witnessed the emergence and popularity of many jazz bands in Egypt, such as Cairokee, Massar Egbari, El Dor El Awal, and Cairo Steps. These bands have achieved great success and participated...
- [Keep An Eye Out For These 4 Cool Halloween-Themed Events Happening In Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/cool-halloween-events-in-cairo/): Halloween is almost here, and many cool events are happening. If you&#8217;re looking for an event or something to do during these spooky nights, we got you covered. Here&#8217;s our list of 4 cool Halloween-themed events to attend if you are in Cairo. Halloween Night with Taht El Sefr and Rocksea Get ready to enjoy a great night full of rock vibes mixed with Halloween and spookiness in Room Art Space, Garden city, on October 28. They’re hosting a Halloween night with two indie, underground rock bands; Taht El Sefr and Rocksea. For more information and tickets, visit this link Swing...
- [Everything We Know About The Shark Tank Egypt So Far](https://www.el-shai.com/everything-shark-tank-egypt-so-far/): The Arabic version of the American business reality TV show &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221; will make its regional debut in Egypt, capitalizing on the country&#8217;s rapidly growing startup scene. We have some good news for aspiring Egyptian entrepreneurs! If you are one, you can now register for the spin-off of the wildly popular American program. Shooting is set to begin next month. According to the producers, Shark Tank Egypt will air on CBC Egypt in December. But first, what exactly is &#8220;Shark Tank&#8221;? Shark Tank, which is currently in its 14th season in the US, is inspired by the concept of the British...
- [The Launch of The Creative Green Exhibition to Take Place at The Iconic Granada Building ](https://www.el-shai.com/the-launch-of-the-creative-green-exhibition-to-take-place-at-the-iconic-granada-building/): Egypt’s Creative Green Exhibition raising awareness&nbsp;launches in Granada City, Heliopolis&nbsp; The historical Granada City in Heliopolis will be transformed for the first edition of the “Egypt Sustainable Design Festival.”&nbsp; Under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Environment in conjunction with the COP27 Climate Summit in Egypt, the “What on Earth” awareness program inaugurates its first activation “sustainable design festival” at the Granada palace in its first edition then continues to organize various artistic events throughout the year. It aims to promote climate change awareness through artistic practices organized by El-Biet magazine, Sixyards, and official partner Heliopolis...
- [The Four-Time Audience Award Winner Daughters of Abdulrahman kicks off its Egypt tour](https://www.el-shai.com/the-four-time-audience-award-winner-daughters-of-abdulrahman-kicks-off-its-egypt-tour/): Following its successful releases in several Arab countries, Zaid Abu Hamdan’s DAUGHTERS OF ABDULRAHMAN will premiere in Egypt in the presence of the film’s lead star Saba Mubarak, alongside producer Aya Wuhoush and director Zaid Abu Hamdan. “I consider Egypt as my second country. It’s an honor to premiere the film in several cinemas in Egypt, where it received the Audience Award after its world premiere at the last edition of the Cairo International Film Festival,” commented Saba Mubarak. As an Egyptian-Jordanian co-production, the film features the distinctive edge of Lagoonie Film Production’sstrategy. Shahinaz Elakkad, the founder of Lagoonie, said, “It’s...
- [Both Arabs and Israelis Call to Boycott Zara for Supporting Far-Right Extremist](https://www.el-shai.com/both-arabs-and-israelis-call-to-boycott-zara-for-supporting-far-right-extremist/): Many posts and calls for a boycott of Zara are currently taking over social media after Zara’s Israel franchise owner, Joey Schwebel, hosted far-right extremist Ben-Gvir. Both leftist Israelis and Arab citizen, along with politicians, expressed their anger and condemnation of Schwebel’s act. Soon after Channel 12’s reported on the meeting, a video circulated on social media of Palestinians, including Palestinians with Israeli citizenship, burning Zara clothes and calling for a boycott of the chain.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by التلفزيون العربي Alaraby TV (@alarabytv) Palestinian authorities have also condemned Zara for the Ben-Gvir meeting, while the...
- [دراكولا مصاص الدماء ... هل هي شخصية حقيقية ولا مجرد خرافات واساطير](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%af%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%88%d9%84%d8%a7-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%a7%d8%b5-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a1-%d9%87%d9%84-%d9%87%d9%8a-%d8%b4%d8%ae%d8%b5%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%ad%d9%82%d9%8a%d9%82/): كلنا بنعتبر أن شخصية دراكولا مصاص الدماء مجرد أساطير وخرافات، وكمان كتير من المؤلفين كانوا بيستخدموها في أفلام سينمائية وظهرت لأول مرة في رواية لكاتب ايرلندي اسمه برام ستوكر سنة ١٨٩٧، وكانت الرواية ديه مصدر إلهام لكتير من أفلام الرعب والحكايات المخيفة. بس الحقيقة أن دراكولا ده شخصيه حقيقيه… بس يمكن الكثير منا ميعرفوش مين هو دراكولا الحقيقي، وأنه تولى حكم رومانيا في القرن الخامس عشر ، وكان بيعتبره الرومانيين بطل قومي لأنه أنقذ أوروبا من الغزو العثماني ، لكن مش كل الناس كانت بتعتبره بطل قومي ، فيه ناس تانية  كانت بتعتبره أنه مجرم قتل أكتر من 100 ألف شخص...
- [Baheya Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign, "Behind Her a Story," Invites People to Share Their Inspiring Stories and Sparking Light of Hope](https://www.el-shai.com/baheya-breast-cancer-awareness-campaign-behind-her-a-story-invites-people-to-share-their-inspiring-stories-and-sparking-light-of-hope/): October marks breast cancer awareness month, where many individuals and organizations spend efforts to raise awareness and show their support and solidarity with breast cancer survivors and fighters. In light of this, several celebrities and artists posted mysterious personal photos that included a hand movement with a butterfly symbol, accompanied by the hashtag #Behind_her_a_story. They asked their followers to tell their stories.  Many Egyptian celebrities participated in the awareness campaign, including Elham Shaheen, Radwa El-Sherbiny, Hisham Maged, Ahmed Amin, Hisham Kharma, Engy Wejdan, Ramy Ashour, Basma Bousil, Engy El-Mokadam, Dina El-Najjar, Farida Tamraz, and other artists. And celebrities. As pictures and...
- [D-CAF’s Arab Arts Focus to host ISPA’s first-ever event in the Arab World](https://www.el-shai.com/d-cafs-arab-arts-focus-to-host-ispas-first-ever-event-in-the-arab-world/): The tenth edition of D-CAF will hold the International Society of Performing Arts (ISPA) first-ever event in the Arab World as part of its Arab Arts Focus program. The ISPA Talk Series will explore the &#8220;Arts and Borders&#8221; issue through panel discussions and workshops organized by leading professionals in the field. The talks, which will take place from October 28 to 29, will cover subjects significant to both local and international artists with interest in the dynamic cultural scene of the Arab World. ISPA, one of the world&#8217;s biggest networks of performing arts professionals, was established in 1948. To strengthen performing...
- [Zahi Hawass Leads A Petition To Return 2 Famed Ancient Egyptian Artifacts, The Rosetta Stone And The Dendera Zodiac, to Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/zahi-hawass-rosetta-stone-dendera-zodiac-petition/): An official petition is made calling for the return of prized antiquities, The Rosetta Stone And The Dendera Zodiac, from European museums and requesting assistance from the international community to demand the repatriation of these objects to show that the world knows that these objects belong in Egypt. As of publishing this article, the online petition has gathered over 3,300 signatures in less than 24 hours for the latest campaign to reclaim antiquities. The petition, which Zahi Hawass created, stated: Returning these two iconic artifacts to Egypt would be an important acknowledgment of the commitment of Western museums to decolonizing their...
- [The "Pass-Out" Challenge Raises Panic In All Schools, And Parents Should Be Aware!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-pass-out-challenge-parents-should-be-aware/): Another social media trend is causing panic among parents, which several videos from the challenge and warning voice notes circulating on social media. This challenge is called the &#8220;pass-out&#8221; challenge, where people compress another&#8217;s chest or neck, causing them to be unable to breathe and reach the point of passing out. This causes many to actually faint, and can cause brain damage, as well as broken ribs and several other health concerns, and could potentially lead to death. View this post on Instagram A post shared by What Women Want&#8230;Magazine (@whatwomenwantmag) It is known that the pass-out challenge has been spread...
- [SPOTIFY HOUSE OF MOMENTS is arriving in Cairo next week!](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-house-of-moments-is-arriving-in-cairo-next-week/): It&#8217;s sometimes simpler to express yourself via music than through words. Because of this, Spotify, the most widely used audio streaming service worldwide, is constantly looking for new and creative ways to soundtrack our lives. Therefore, Spotify is bringing House of Moments to Cairo for the first time to take music lovers on an immersive audio trip. House of Moments is an interactive audio experience that represents four Spotify playlists and portrays a day in the life of an Egyptian. With each room they enter, guests have the ability to relive various moments and situations through music. The House of Moments...
- [Egyptian Artist Karima Mansour to Receive Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters by France](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-artist-karima-mansour-knight-of-the-order/): Egyptian dancer and choreographer Karima Mansour will receive the Order of Arts and Letters award on October 19 at the French embassy in Cairo. Based in Cairo, Karima Mansour is a well-known performer, choreographer, dancer, actor, singer, and educator globally. She founded and served as the artistic director of the Cairo Contemporary Dance Center (CCDC) and the MAAT Dance Company, both of which are part of the organization known as MAAT for Contemporary Art, which Karima also founded in 1999. Karima graduated from the London Contemporary Dance School, where she earned master&#8217;s and bachelor&#8217;s degrees in contemporary dance. She had previously...
- [فيلم رحلة يوسف للمخرج جود سعيد ينافس في مسابقة آفاق السينما العربية بمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d8%b1%d8%ad%d9%84%d8%a9-%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%81-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%85%d8%ae%d8%b1%d8%ac-%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%af-%d8%b3%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%af-%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%a7%d9%81%d8%b3-%d9%81%d9%8a/): ينافس المخرج جود سعيد بفيلمه الروائي الطويل رحلة يوسف في مسابقة أفاق السينما العربية وذلك ضمن فعاليات مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي والمقرر إقامته في الفترة ما بين 13 وحتى 22 نوفمبر المقبل. وتدور أحداث الفيلم حول عائلة يوسف، في الوقت الذي خرج فيه الكثير من السوريين إلى بلاد اللجوء خوفًا من الحرب، إلا هو وعائلته خرحوا خوفاً على الحبّ!دون أن يعلموا من تخبّئ لهم الأيام من بلادٍ جديدة وهوية تائهة. فيلم رحلة يوسف من تمثيل أيمن زيدان، سامر عمران، ربى الحلبي، سيرينا محمد، وائل زيدان، نور الصباح، حيان بدور، أحمد درويش، جواد السعيد، سيناريو جود سعيد ووسام كنعان، مدير التصوير وائل...
- [Karim Kassem on The Jury of The International Critics’ Week Competition at Cairo International Film Festival 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-kassem-jury-international-critics-cairo-films/): The Egyptian Actor Karim Kassem will participate as a jury member in the International Critics&#8217; Week competition as part of the 44th Cairo International Film Festival, scheduled to be held from November 13 to 22. The star Karim Kassem competed in the last edition of the Cairo International Film Festival with his short film &#8220;The Hole&#8221;, directed by Amr Abed, and considered his first production experience, and the film garnered positive reactions on the critical and public levels. Kassem has recently competed at the Arab box office with the movie Hazzak El Youm, which is considered the 7th movie starring Karim...
- [3 أفلام كلاسيكية مرممة في الدورة الـ 44 لمهرجان القاهرة السينمائي](https://www.el-shai.com/3-%d8%a3%d9%81%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85-%d9%83%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%83%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b1%d9%85%d9%85%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%80-44-%d9%84%d9%85/): كشف مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، أسماء الأفلام الكلاسكية التي تم ترميمها استعدادا لعرضها ضمن فعاليات الدورة الـ 44، التي ستنطلق في الفترة من 13 إلى 22 نوفمبر المقبل. وجاءت الأفلام التي تم الإعلان عنها خلال المؤتمر الصحفي الذي انطلق قبل قليل، كالآتي: الاختيارإخراج: يوسف شاهينإنتاج: مصر (1970) يعرض الفيلم الروائي ضمن قسم كلاسيكيات القاهرة، وتتناول أحداثه قصة محمود، عامل في ميناء الإسكندرية، يُعثر عليه مقتولًا، ويصبح أخيه التوأم سيد، الكاتب الشهير الذي لديه دائرة علاقات واسعة، المشتبه به الأول في الجريمة. أغنية على الممرإخراج: علي عبد الخالقإنتاج: مصر (1972) يعرض الفيلم الروائي ضمن قسم كلاسيكيات القاهرة، وتدور أحداثه خلال حرب 1967،...
- [مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي يكشف تفاصيل بوستر الدورة الـ 44 والإحصائية الكاملة للأفلام المشاركة](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%85%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%ac%d8%a7%d9%86-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%82%d8%a7%d9%87%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a-%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b4%d9%81-%d8%aa%d9%81%d8%a7%d8%b5%d9%8a%d9%84/): كشف مهرجان القاهرة السينمائي الدولي، عن بوستر دورته الـ 44، التي من المقرر أن تنطلق في الفترة من 13 إلى 22 نوفمبر المقبل. يظهر رقم الدورة المنتظرة، على البوستر الذي تم الإعلان عنه في المؤتمر الصحفي الذي أقيم قبل قليل، على هيئة رجل وامرأة يلتقيان. من جانبه، أوضح الفنان الكبير حسين فهمي، رئيس مهرجان القاهرة، فكرة البوستر حيث قال إنه في بداية عمله بالمهرجان تناقش مع فريق العمل لتحديد ملامح الدورة، حيث تساءل حينها عن الخطوات الجديدة التي يجب اتخاذها في ظل مشهد يسيطر عليه شبح حرب دولية غيرت المشهد الاقتصادي العالمي وأثرت بشكل مباشر علينا محلياً. تابع &#8220;فهمي&#8221;، أنه من...
- [الأسبوع الثاني في دي-كاف .. عروض أفلام وورش عمل ورقص معاصر فعاليات من ٢٠ إلى ٢٣ أكتوبر ](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d8%b3%d8%a8%d9%88%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ab%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%8a-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%af%d9%8a-%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%81-%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%b6-%d8%a3%d9%81%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85-%d9%88%d9%88/): تستمر فعاليات مهرجان وسط البلد للفنون المعاصرة دي-كاف النسخة العاشرة، فيشهد الأسبوع الثاني عرض رقص معاصر مع عدد من ورش العمل والفعاليات التي تسلط الضوء على الرقص والمسرح وفنون الأداء بكافة أشكالها، بالإضافة لعروض الأفلام وورش العمل مع مجموعة محترفة من فنانين ومبدعين الفن المعاصر.  يعرض يوم الجمعة ٢١ أكتوبر في مركز التحرير الثقافي، فعالية &#8220;الرقص المعاصر وما بعده&#8221; من مصر وسويسرا بالتعاون مع المؤسسة الثقافية السويسرية &#8220;بروهيلفتسيا&#8221;. والفاعلية مكونة من ٣ عروض الأول هو عرض رقص معاصر &#8220;كوزموجني&#8221; من سويسرا. وهو عرض استثنائي ومثال رائد في كيفية تقديم عروض فنية على الرغم من قيود السفر الدولية. يضم العرض ثلاثة راقصين:...
- [Other than Hagrid: 5 of Robbie Coltrane’s Best Roles ](https://www.el-shai.com/other-than-hagrid-5-of-robbie-coltranes-best-roles/): Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane, best known for his role as Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter films, died Friday, October 14th, 2022, at the age of 72. Coltrane’s role in all eight Harry Potter films as Hagrid won him the admiration of all the Potterheads. In the reunion special released this year on HBO Max, Coltrane said, &#8220;the legacy of the movies is that my children’s generation will show them to their children so that you could be watching it in 50 years, easy. I’ll not be here, sadly. But Hagrid will.” To celebrate his legacy, we thought we should give...
- [TikTok Brings the Mental Health Conversation to the Forefront with First-Ever Mental Well-being Summit](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-mental-well-being-summit/): TikTok hosted its first-ever Mental Well-being Summit in Egypt earlier this week in support of World Mental Health Day and its recently launched #EndTheStigma mental well-being campaign. Guests from across the Middle East were invited to learn more about how to safeguard their mental well-being in both the physical and digital world as a part of TikTok&#8217;s ongoing efforts for user safety and its commitment to building a supportive space where the community feels empowered to express themselves authentically. The TikTok Mental Well-being Summit and the #EndTheStigma campaign are aimed at bringing the community together to ensure that everyone has the...
- [Under the auspices of H.E President Abdel Fattah El Sisi: The TriFactory’s Pyramids Half Marathon Kicks off on December 10](https://www.el-shai.com/the-trifactorys-pyramids-half-marathon/): For the fourth year in a row, The TriFactory is proud to present the Pyramids Half Marathon, Egypt’s flagship road running event, taking place annually at Egypt’s most famous historical destination and the world’s last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World: the Great Pyramids of Giza. The Pyramids Half Marathon takes thousands of runners on a tour of the Pyramids Complex, showcasing the three legendary pyramids of Pharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the six lesser ones built for their queens. Inaugurated in 2019 with the attendance of HE Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth &amp; Sports, HE Dr....
- [Japanese director Naomi Kawase to preside over international competition Jury at Cairo International Film Festival ](https://www.el-shai.com/japanese-director-naomi-kawase-to-preside-over-international-competition-jury-at-cairo-international-film-festival/): Japanese director Naomi Kawase will lead the International Competition Jury of the 44th Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), which will run from 13 to 22 November this year. Festival president Hussein Fahmy, welcomed the participation of Kawase&#8217;s, confirming her role to lead the international competition jury as a valued addition to the activities of the coming edition. Fahmy added that Kawase has a distinguished career and possesses great experience that qualified her to obtain prestigious awards from various international festivals. Festival director Amir Ramses asserted that the presence of a cinematic talent as Naomi Kawase, as head of the international competition...
- [Google Doodle Celebrates Egyptian Scholar Mostafa El-Abbadi – Know More About Him](https://www.el-shai.com/mostafa-el-abbadi-google-doodle/): The classic Google logo is occasionally changed into animation as part of Google Doodles to pay tribute to an important figure or moment in history. For example, the most recent signature doodle honors the late Egyptian historian Mostafa Abdel-Hamid El-Abbadi. In celebration of what would have been El-Abbadi&#8217;s 94th birthday, Google&#8217;s doodle shows illustrations not only of the Library of Alexandria but also features a drawing of the professor reading a book. But who is Mostafa El-Abbadi, and Why is he significant to Egyptian history? El-Abbadi was born in 1928 in Cairo, Egypt. His passion for academia was sparked by the fact...
- [أماكن بتقدم الدعم والعلاج النفسي بأسعار رمزية في مصر ￼](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a3%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%86-%d8%a8%d8%aa%d9%82%d8%af%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d8%b9%d9%85-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%ac-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%86%d9%81%d8%b3%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d8%a3%d8%b3%d8%b9/): امبارح كان اليوم العالمي للصحة النفسية والي بيهدف للتذكير والتوعية عن الصحة النفسية من قِبل الأفراد والمؤسسات.  للأسف، في ناس كثير في مصر بتعاني نفسيا ومبيقدروش يوصلوا لوسائل وأماكن دعم نفسي بسبب غلاء وارتفاع أسعار الجلسات والعلاج. بس في المقال ده بنعرض لكم أماكن بتوفر دعم وعلاج نفسي ببلاش أو بأسعار رمزية.  المنصة الوطنية الإلكترونية للصحة النفسية وعلاج الإدمان  المنصة الوطنية للصحة النفسية وعلاج الإدمان مقدمة من الأمانة العامة للصحة النفسية وعلاج الإدمان، وهي هيئة حكومية مكرسة لتقديم خدمات الصحة النفسية وعلاج الإدمان وإعادة التأهيل. المنصة فيها دليل للأطباء والمرضى يقدروا يحجزوا جلسات مع مختص من اختيارهم ويبدؤوا رحلتهم في العلاج....
- [Esports Lab Hosts the Finals of Legends Showdown Tournament](https://www.el-shai.com/esports-finals-legends-tournament/): Esports Lab hosts the finals of Legends Showdown for League of Legends, bringing together 228 professional esports teams from across the Arab world to compete for a total cash prize of 100,000 Egyptian pounds. They are organized by Gamers Lounge. The tournament officially started on October 3 and will continue to provide live broadcasts of the qualifications between the teams until October 10, with Esports Lab hosting the final game on October 11. Esports Lab is considered one of the largest and most popular gaming hubs in Egypt, with more than 120 gaming computers fully equipped to host international tournaments and...
- [Complete List of Egyptian Movies Screening at the 44th Edition of the Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/complete-list-of-egyptian-movies-screening-at-the-44th-edition-of-the-cairo-international-film-festival/): Six Egyptian films, including a feature film, a feature documentary, and four shorts, will be screened at the 44th Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF). The directors of these films are some of the industry&#8217;s up-and-coming talent. The film &#8220;19 B&#8221; by Ahmad Abdalla will be screened as part of the International Competition from November 13 to November 22 as part of the festival&#8217;s roster of Egyptian movies, as previously announced in a press release. Four films from Egypt will compete in the Short Film Competition: &#8220;My Girl Friend,&#8221; &#8220;Mama,&#8221; &#8220;From the Work of the Devil,&#8221; and &#8220;The Interview.&#8221; The documentary &#8220;Far...
- [Places To Seek Psychological Support In Egypt At An Affordable Price](https://www.el-shai.com/psychological-support-in-egypt/): October 10th is World Mental Health day, and many organizations and individuals raise awareness about mental health on this day.  Unfortunately, many people in Egypt are struggling mentally, but they don’t seek psychological support, given that the expenses of psychological therapy are quite expensive.  In this article, we brought you places that provide psychological support in Egypt free of charge or at an affordable price:  National platform for mental health and addiction treatment by GSMHA Treatment: The General Secretariat of Mental Health provides a national platform for mental health and addiction treatment. Addiction Treatment is a governmental body that provides mental...
- [32-year-old Kenyan Domestic Worker, Grace Wangui, Killed In Egypt After Allegedly Refusing Advances From Her Employer’s Son](https://www.el-shai.com/kenyan-grace-wangui-killed-in-egypt/): According to Kenyan press and sources, Grace Wangui, a 32-year-old  Kenyan domestic worker, allegedly got killed after being hit on the head by her employer. She was subsequently thrown down from the building’s 13th floor, where she died. Kenyan Dies In Egypt: Kin of dead domestic worker seeks help to repatriate body Grace Wangui was reportedly killed by her employer&#8217;s son #SundayLive @KoinangeJeff pic.twitter.com/FkzuvWmIOb — Citizen TV Kenya (@citizentvkenya) October 2, 2022 On Wednesday, September 14, Grace Wangui reported to the house, and she complained about the man’s son to her agent, saying he was bothering her and complaining a lot....
- [Egyptian Physicist Elham Fadali Wins Best Doctoral Thesis At The University Of Eindhoven](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-physicist-elham-fadali/): The Dutch University of Eindhoven celebrated the Egyptian researcher Elham Fadali by placing a poster for her at the university’s entrance since she presented one of the best doctoral theses in physics for the year 2021.&nbsp; The Egyptian researcher, Elham Fadali, received the Best Research Award in Applied Physics for 2020. Her research idea is obtaining a light emission from a mixture of silicon and silicon Grimen. This is the main component of electronic chips for use in accelerating the data transfer process to reach the speed of light.&nbsp; The research is a joint between the physics of materials science and...
- [The Ismailia Bride Makes Headlines Once Again After Exposing More of her Husband’s Domestic Abuse](https://www.el-shai.com/the-ismailia-bride-makes-headlines-once-again-after-exposing-more-of-her-husbands-domestic-abuse/): Earlier this year, a video of a groom beating up his bride-to-be on their wedding day in Ismailia circulated social media and sparked outrage. Unsurprisingly, the groom is now arrested on charges of assault against his wife. The Ismaili bride&#8217;s eight-month account of her tragedy with her spouse Abdullah began with abuse and ended up even worse; according to the official police report, he tortured her repeatedly during this time. At the time of the crime, the groom&#8217;s actions were harshly condemned, but to our surprise, some individuals, including the groom&#8217;s family, started to come up with excuses for the groom....
- [From 9 to 11 October, D-CAF’s 10th edition will kick off with spectacular shows, new media installations, and star performances by Sayyed Ragab and Salwa Mohamed Aly](https://www.el-shai.com/d-cafs-10th-edition/): This year’s edition of D-CAF will kick off on Sunday, 9 October, celebrating ten years of success and unparalleled innovation. The first three days of the program are jam-packed with excitement, featuring two stellar performances from Denmark and Burkina Faso, and new media artworks from the world over. The opening performance, Cook, by Jesper Pederson and Nassim Soleimanpour, will feature star actors Sayyed Ragab and Salwa Mohamed Aly. On 9 October, pet owners and animal lovers can look forward to the launch of the Hoomans Studio, established by Egyptian artist and long-time D-CAF photographer Mostafa Abdel Aty and specialized in photographing...
- [حرب 6 اكتوبر و قصة 4 ابطال مصريين ميتنسوش - ايه قصتهم؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%ad%d8%b1%d8%a8-6-%d8%a7%d9%83%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%a8%d8%b1-%d9%88-%d9%82%d8%b5%d8%a9-4-%d8%a7%d8%a8%d8%b7%d8%a7%d9%84-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%8a%d9%86/): حرب 6 اكتوبر كانت حرب رد اعتبار لمصر ضد العدو الاسرائيلي و الجيش المصري فيها قام بمعركة بيتم تدريسها في جميع الكليات العسكرية في العالم و قام بانجاز على كل المقاييس العسكرية و برغم من كل الظروف و لكن لما تم اصدار امر بكبح العدو كانت قد المسؤولية.. و في خطاب النصر الرئيس السادات قال: نحن هنا ليس لنتفاخر بما حققناه, و لكن لكي نتذكر و ندرس و نعلم اولادنا و احفادنا جيلا بعد جيل قصة الكفاح و مشاقه.. مرارة الهزيمة و آلامها و حلاوة النصر و آماله و النهاردة هي الذكرى ال 48 لانتصار اكتوبر العظيم ايه ملخص احداث حرب...
- [A guide to all the activities you can do on this long weekend in Cairo, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/a-guide-to-all-the-activities-cairo-long-weekend/): If you’re still on the look for activities and places to spend your time during this long weekend, we&#8217;ve got you covered. Whether you’re interested in arts or music, traveling, and nature, or maybe just a nice place or activity to do with friends, you’ll find what you’re looking for.&nbsp; Biking in different areas in Cairo Biking is fun with friends, especially at this time of the year, as the weather is getting nice and breezy. You can rent your bike from ‘Yalla 3agala’ and ‘Cairo bike.’ Their rental services are available in different areas around Giza, downtown, Heliopolis, and Nasr...
- [On World Teachers Day: 5 Movies that Portray the Importance of Teachers ](https://www.el-shai.com/world-teachers-day-5-movies-importance-of-teachers/): Today is World Teachers Day, and the world celebrates teachers and recognizes their efforts and valuable roles in raising, educating generations, and playing a crucial role in making society a better place.&nbsp; In light of this, we brought you five films that portray great examples of teachers.&nbsp; Dead poets society (1999) Starring Robin Williams and directed by Peter Weir, this movie follows the story of an English high school teacher named John Keating. However, he’s not like other ordinary teachers. Keating teaches his students poetry in the most charming, creative, and passionate way of teaching while encouraging them to break free...
- [٦ مشاكل صحية ممكن تتعرضوا ليها نتيجة أكل حلاوة المولد بكميات كبيره￼](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%a6-%d9%85%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%b5%d8%ad%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%ad%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%88%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%88%d9%84%d8%af/): كل سنة وأنتم طيبين بمناسبة الأحتفال بالمولد النبوي الشريف، وطبعا كل المصريين عندهم عادات وطقوس لازم يعملوها في اليوم ده، اللي اكيد من ضمنها أكل حلويات المولد.  وديه طبعا تعتبر من أساسيات  اليوم ده، ومفيش بيت مصري ما بيجبش حلاوة المولد، وعروسة المولد والحصان لأولاده.  وبيرجع تاريخ ظهورها إلى عصر الفاطميين، لأنهم أول من صنعوها وساعدوا في أنها تنتشر كنوع من التقرب السياسي للمصريين اللي توارثوها وطوروا فيها  لغاية الوقت اللي احنا فيه.  جميل جدا… بس فيه حاجه لازم ناخد بالنا منها، وهي إن احنا مش لازم ناكل منها بكمية كبيره عشان  ديه ليها أضرار كتيره وبتأثر على صحتنا ، و...
- [“The Swimmers” Selected for MENA Premiere at the 44th Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/the-swimmers-selected-for-mena-premiere-at-the-44th-cairo-international-film-festival/): The 44th Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) revealed that Netflix UK’s original title “The Swimmers” has been selected to land its MENA premiere at this year’s edition slated to take place between 13-22 November. Helmted by the British-Egyptian film director Sally El Husseiny, the film is based on the inspiring true story of the Syrian swimming sisters; Sara and Yusra Mardini. The film follows the two sisters’ journey to become part of the Olympics swimming team as Syrian refugees in the Olympics in Rio De Janeiro in 2016.Directed by Sally El Husseiny, who co-wore the film with Jack Throne, “The Swimmers”...
- [كل الي محتاج تعرفه عن تحدي انكتوبر 2022 والنسخة المصرية منه YouTHink](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%ad%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ac-%d8%aa%d8%b9%d8%b1%d9%81%d9%87-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d8%aa%d8%ad%d8%af%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%86%d9%83%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%a8%d8%b1-2022-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%84/): شهر أكتوبر بدأ، وبدأ معاه تحدي Inktotber السنوي الي بيشارك فيه رسامين وفنانين من كل أنحاء العالم.&nbsp; بيرجع تاريخ Inktober إلى أكثر من ١٠ سنين، واللي قام&nbsp; بإنشائه المصور جيك باركر في سنة 2009.&nbsp;وده عشان يبقي&nbsp; فيه طريقة لتحسين &#8220;مهارات الرسم بالحبر، وتطوير عادات الرسم الإيجابية&#8221;. ومن الوقت ده ابتدى يكبر، وانتشر في كل مكان وبقى كل المبدعين بيشاركوا في التحدي ده كل سنة.&nbsp; طيب عبارة عن ايه التحدي؟ كل يوم في شهر أكتوبر ، الرسامين بيرسموا رسومات معينة، ويشاركوها عن طريق الإنترنت باستخدام هاشتاج #Inktober. وهنا بقي بيجي أهمية القائمة&nbsp; اللي بتقدمها lnktober، وهي ببساطة قائمة بكلمات مختلفة لكل يوم...
- [Adolf El Assal's Wady Films Production Competes in Cinekid Festival with the New Film BEANIE](https://www.el-shai.com/adolf-el-assals-cinekid-festival-film-beanie/): Director/producer Adolf El Assal competes with his film BEANIE at Cinekid Festival in the Netherlands, which marks the world’s biggest children&#8217;s film festival. Co-produced by El Assal, the film competed at the Seoul International Children&#8217;s Film Festival and will be released soon in Croatia and Slovenia. Alongside BEANIE, director Adolf El Assal took part in film festivals in South Korea with his films; SAWAH at the Arab Film Festival in Busan and FULL MEMORY at the Jecheon International Music &amp; Film Festival, which also screened at the Arab Film Festival Rotterdam. Recently, El Assal is completing the casting phase for his...
- [Salma Bahgat’s Killer’s Insanity Plea Overturned and Proven He Was Responsible for his Actions During the Murder](https://www.el-shai.com/salma-bahgats-killers-insanity-plea-overturned/): During the third session of the trial of Salma Bahgat’s accused killer, reports from the Mental and Psychiatric Hospital confirmed that the accused was sane during the murder of Salma and that he was responsible for his actions at the time of the incident. During the second trial, on September 6th, the Zagazig Criminal Court decided to postpone the trial of the killing of Salma Bahgat till October 3, 2022, until the killer is mentally evaluated in Al Abbaseya Mental Hospital for a month. During the session, the Administrative Director of Abu Al-Azayem Hospital for Psychiatry confirmed that the accused was...
- [Who is Mayar Sherif, The First Egyptian Woman To Win The Parma Tennis Championship?￼](https://www.el-shai.com/mayar-sherif-egyptian-parma-tennis-championships/): The 26- year-old Egyptian player Mayar Sherif achieved a historic achievement for Egyptian tennis, crowned the Parma Open Tennis Championship title by defeating the seventh world-ranked Greek Maria Skari in two sets.&nbsp; Mayar became the first Egyptian woman to win a title in the WTA (125) Championships. With this win, Mayar Sherif entered the top 50 in the world rankings after she was ranked 74th in the world. Additionally, she recently became the first Egyptian player in the game&#8217;s history to qualify for the Australian Open and Roland Garros.&nbsp; Moreover, last year she was chosen by the International Tennis Federation as...
- [Egyptian Film “19B” Selected for the International Competition at the 44th Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/19b-44th-cairo-international-film-festival/): Egyptian film “19B” by director Ahmad Abdalla has been selected to screen within the International Competition of Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) (November 13-22). Written and directed by Ahmad Abdalla, the film will feature its world premiere within the festival’s prestigious competition this year. Produced by Film Clinic, “19B” is headlined by Sayed Ragab, Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Nahed El Sebai, and Fadwa Abed. The film follows the story of a doorman who leads a reclusive life in the abandoned villa that he guards. One day, he finds himself forced to face a situation with a person who lives in the opposite...
- [The Red Dress Project in Egypt: The Story Behind a Dress that’s been Traveling the Globe](https://www.el-shai.com/the-red-dress-project-in-egypt-the-story-behind-a-dress-thats-been-traveling-the-globe/): This week on Monday, the British Embassy in Cairo hosted the “Red Dress and Egyptian Fashion Awards” exhibition to celebrate British-Egyptian cooperation in the fashion industry.&nbsp; After a 13-year tour around the world, the hand-embroidered work of The Red Dress was finished in March of this year, and it now appears as a complete piece of art at the British Embassy in Egypt in honor of the 50 Egyptian women who participated in designing the largest piece of this dress. The Red Dress was also brought to visit the FanSina artisans in St Catherines, Sinai, Egypt, for two days on the...
- [The "I Love my Wife" Guys and Cheating: Why?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-i-love-my-wife-guys-and-cheating-why/): Last week, we all witnessed Adam Levine, Maroon 5&#8216;s lead singer&#8217;s cheating scandal, and how everyone was shocked and disappointed about it because of how he kept making his brand all about loving his wife and then did her dirty.  A week later, the past repeats itself and brings us to another cheating scandal that’s pretty similar to Levine’s – Ned Fulmer from the Try Guys. If you’ve checked Twitter recently in the last couple of days, you’ve most probably come across several tweets that talk about Ned Fulmer cheating on his wife. Yes, that Try Guy whose whole brand is...
- [D-CAF celebrates its 10th anniversary with over 20 groundbreaking performances and exhibitions](https://www.el-shai.com/d-caf-celebrates-its-tenth-anniversary/): The Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival is Egypt’s first international multidisciplinary arts festival. Since 2012, D-CAF has brought its unique line-up of groundbreaking art to the streets and venues of Downtown Cairo. This year marks the festival’s tenth edition, which will run from 9 to 30 October and bring over twenty spectacular works by artists of more than ten different nationalities. Founder and artistic director Ahmed El Attar described this ten-year landmark as “a milestone in the history of any festival. At the same time, it’s also just the beginning. I’d like to think of this tenth edition as the first of...
- ["Magnouna Beek" Is Finally Here, And Here's Everything We Know!](https://www.el-shai.com/magnouna-beek-official-trailer/): The wait is over, and Magnouna Beek finally has a trailer and a release date! With the trailer finally getting released, SProduction announced that the series is expected to start screening on October 6 on Shahid VIP. Magnouna Beek is the first musical drama in the Arab world, and it is the Arabic version of the famous foreign musical series Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. The trailer revealed the main characters of the series and the emotional relationships that bring them together. It presents ideas such as love from one side, love of ownership, and love for more than one person simultaneously. The series...
- [Derogatory Statue of Champollion Stepping on Ramsis II is Causing a Debate 135 Years Later](https://www.el-shai.com/derogatory-statue-of-champollion-stepping-on-ramsis-ii-is-causing-a-debate-135-years-later/): Debates, arguments, and expressions of anger and offense are seen everywhere on the Egyptian side of social media in light of the spread of images of Champollion&#8217;s statue at Collège de France in Paris. &nbsp;This statue has been causing controversy for years because it portrays Champollion placing his right foot on Ramsis II’s head. This offended many Egyptians as they perceived this statue as humiliating to the Egyptian pharaohs and heritage.&nbsp; And what adds more contradiction to this statue is that it was designed by Bartholdi, the same sculptor of the Statue of Liberty in New York, which was originally designed...
- [Cairo Film Connection's 9th Edition Reveals Selected Film Projects at Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-film-connection-9th-edition/): Cairo Film Connection revealed its lineup of film projects that have been selected to take part in its 9th edition, which will be held during the 44th Cairo International Film Festival (13 – 22 November) as part of Cairo Industry Days. The shortlisted film projects include 15 documentary and feature narrative projects in development and post-production phases from across the Arab world; Egypt (5 film projects), Tunisia (2 film projects), Jordan, Yemen, Lebanon, Algeria, Morocco, Sudan, Palestine, and KSA. It was revealed that 8 film projects are competing in the feature narrative section, including two projects in post-production; namely: “Inshallah A...
- [Let's Talk About the Rise of Organ Donation in Egypt, and How You Can Donate](https://www.el-shai.com/the-rise-of-organ-donation-in-egypt/): Egyptian actor Elham Shahin announced the donation of her organs after her death. Many later have talked about wanting to do it themselves, with many others opposing the idea. This is why we decided to compile everything we know so far about organ donation in Egypt. This week, the Egyptian actor Elham shahin posted a video on her Instagram announcing the donation of her organs after death.&nbsp; View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elham Shahin إلهام شاهين (@elhamshahin1) Elham expressed in the video how donating one’s organs after death is an act of charity and good for humanity...
- [The release of the official poster of Egyptian actor Fady ElSayed Among the Stars of Gangs of London 2](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-actor-fady-elsayed-gangs-of-london-2/): Sky Studios releases the official poster for Faz, the character performed by the Egyptian-British actor Fady ElSayed in Gangs of London 2 series. It is scheduled to release on October 20th, 2022. It is a British-American co-production between Sky Studios, AMC Networks, and Pulse Films. Complementing the events of the first season, the events of Gangs of London 2 take place in the underworld, a year after the death of Sean Wallace and after the violence and rupture of the city of London by a group of international mafia gangs and drug dealers. So who will be able to win and...
- [Everything We Know About Amr Salama's New Film "Shamarikh"](https://www.el-shai.com/amr-salama-new-film-shamarikh/): The official page of Sea Cinema Productions published the first look at the film “Shamarikh,” written and directed by Amr Salam. Shamarikh stars various superstars, including Asser Yassin, Amina Khalil, Khaled Al-Sawy, Adham Al-Sharqawi, Sally Hammad, Mohamed Tharwat, Mostafa Darwish, and many guests of honor.  The film is produced by “Sea Cinema Production,” Hani Naguib, and Ahmed Fahmy in partnership with Arab Motion Company.  The film revolves around a dramatic action thriller framework, and there has not yet been a specific date for the film’s release. “Shamarikh” is the second production for “Sea Cinema Production,” after the movie “Abo Saddam” starring...
- [Mahsa Amini: How this Iranian Woman’s Death Outraged the World ](https://www.el-shai.com/mahsa-amini-iranian-womans-death-outraged-world/): Mass protests have been happening in Iran, New York, and Berlin against the Iranian government and the Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi.&nbsp;In addition, people protested all over the streets across Tehran and cities in the Kurdistan province, resulting in an estimated 221 wounded people, 250 arrests, and three alleged deaths.&nbsp; The reason for all of this is the case of Mahsa Amini, a woman who died due to police brutality.&nbsp; What happened to Mahsa Amini? On September 13, Mahsa Amini was arrested by the Guidance Patrol, a vice squad of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Law Enforcement Command that oversees the public...
- [Who is Dr. Nahla Al-Saeedi, The First Female Advisor to the Sheikh of Al-Azhar?](https://www.el-shai.com/who-is-dr-nahla-al-saeedi-the-first-female-advisor-to-the-sheikh-of-al-azhar/): The Grand Imam assigned Dr. Nahla Al-Saeedi, Dean of the Faculty of Islamic Sciences for Expatriates, the advisor to the Sheikh of Al-Azhar for expatriate affairs. This is the first time a woman has been appointed as advisor to the Sheikh of Al-Azhar, as the matter was limited to men only. So who is Dr. Nahla Al-Saeedi? In 1974, the Al-Azhar scholar, Sabri Qutb Al-Saeedi, was the Azharite envoy in Algeria to spread the Islamic religion. There, his daughter Nahla was born. The child “Nahla” spent four years in Algeria and then returned to her mother country, Egypt, to start her...
- [Who's the Cast of Netflix's Dubai Bling?](https://www.el-shai.com/whos-the-cast-of-netflixs-dubai-bling/): Get up close and personal with the diverse mix of 10 self-made millionaires starring in Netflix’s new Arabic docu-soap, Dubai Bling. The predominantly Arab group of friends is a combination of well-known figures from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Kuwait and Iraq plus expats from India and Australia, who all call Dubai home. Setting new global benchmarks in trade, business and innovation, Dubai is the land of wealth and opportunity for those brave enough to make it. Playing an instrumental role in the success of these individuals, experience the beautiful city of Dubai, through the eyes of some of its most...
- [Egypt, KSA, and UAE… Who is the next IAC winner?](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-ksa-and-uae-who-is-the-next-iac-winner/): The competitions of the second section of the Intel Arabian Cup (IAC) have begun, witnessing a strong competition between 13 professional Arab teams in esports from five different countries, in the third edition of the IAC. The first edition’s winner was the Saudi team Geekay Esports, while the second edition was won by Egyptian team Anubis Gaming. The competitions for the third edition of the IAC are still going on! Gamers Lounge took over the responsibility for the live broadcast of the IAC for the second year in a row. For the first time in the Arab world, Gamers Lounge introduced...
- [المطالبة بحقوق المرأة ليست موضة كما تشير إليها تصريحات انتصار بل هي واقع يعيشه الكثير من النساء](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%ad%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%b5%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d8%a8%d9%84-%d9%87%d9%8a-%d9%88%d8%a7%d9%82%d8%b9-%d9%8a%d8%b9%d9%8a%d8%b4%d9%87-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%83%d8%ab%d9%8a%d8%b1/): في الأسبوع الماضي ظهرت الفنانة انتصار في لقاء تيلفيزيوني مع لميس الحديدي في برنامجها &#8220;كلمة أخيرة&#8221; الذي يعرض على قناة أون تي في. وفي خلال هذا اللقاء ذكرت انتصار تصريحات وآراء مثيرة للجدل في ما يخص حقوق وقضايا المرأة.  قالت انتصار بالنص: أخدنا كل حقوقنا وأنا مش عارفة ليه الدفاع عن المرأة، مش عايزين حد يدافع عننا، وعاوزين حقنا كويس قوي وانتوا اللي بتعملوه بتخربوا الميزان إحنا كحقوق إحنا بالقانون واخدين حقنا وبالشرع مذكورين في القرآن وفيه سورة باسمنا ومتوصي علينا 100 مرة في الأحاديث النبوية وواخدين حقنا قوي» تحدثت انتصار من خلفية ذات امتيازات و ترى أن العالم ورديا لا...
- [Instagram launches new Parental Supervision features for teens in the MENA region](https://www.el-shai.com/instagram-launches-parental-supervision-features/):  On September 14, 2022, Meta announced Launching parental supervision tools on Instagram here in the MENA region.  These new tools and resources are designed to support parents, guardians, and teens in many ways.  Meta has created these tools to help parents supervise Instagram usage for their kids. Also, they’re adding features to help teens better manage their time on Instagram with new nudges and reminders to use. Here’s an overview of all the tools and features they’re adding: Parental Supervision Tools and Resources On Instagram, parents and guardians can now send their teen an invitation to supervise their account or accept...
- [Humm: A food-focused Media Platform To Revolutionize the World of Food](https://www.el-shai.com/humm-food-focused-media-platform/): When it comes to food content, tech, and media production, HUMM is taking the digital world by storm. They’re a food-focused media company that creates Arabic digital content centered around food at the intersection of tech, e-commerce, and the creator economy. With nearly 2 million followers, fans, and subscribers, HUMM has announced the launch of its new website, and also the first digital newsletter in Arabic (for subscribers via e-mail) specialized in delivering the latest news related to the world of food, food lovers, and its latest trends on the food scene, as well as insightful articles and meal plans HUMM’s...
- [Who is Samar Hamza, the first Egyptian woman to reach the World Wrestling Championship final?](https://www.el-shai.com/samar-hamza-first-egyptian-wrestling-championship/): 27-year-old Samar Hamza, the Egyptian champion in women’s wrestling, won the silver in the world championship currently held in Serbia. This is considered a historic achievement for Egyptian women’s wrestling, as Samar was the first Egyptian player to qualify for the final. Samar’s presence in the final was the first Egyptian presence in the World Championship final since 2006, when Mohamed Ibrahim Bougy achieved gold in the 84 kg weight category. So Who is Samar Hamza? Samar Hamza was born on April 4, 1995, in Alexandria, and began her journey in wrestling with great difficulty, especially since she started at a...
- [Netflix Announces Dubai Bling, the Latest Reality Show on the Arabic Content Slate](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-dubai-bling-latest-arabic-reality-show/): In its latest Arabic reality show, Dubai Bling, Netflix takes you behind the velvet rope to experience the glitz and glamour of life for the rich and famous in Dubai. Premiering on October 27th, this high-value production docu-soap follows 10 Arab millionaires who are living their wildest dreams in the Bling City, Dubai. Dubai has earned a global reputation as the land of wealth and opportunities. Sitting at the forefront of trade, business and innovation, Dubai has long attracted the bold and ambitious who will stop at nothing to make their dreams come true.&nbsp; The cast of Dubai Bling embody this...
- [Your Guide to The 47th Toronto International Film Festival’s Films Directed by Arab Filmmakers ](https://www.el-shai.com/47th-toronto-international-film-festival-arab-filmmakers/): The 47th annual Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is currently running, and many Arab filmmakers are participating in this year’s edition.  We compiled a&nbsp; list of all the Arab films that are being screened at the festival this year:&nbsp; A Gaza Weekend by Basil Khalil (Palestine) Conceived before the COVID-19 pandemic, this witty and oddly prescient comedy of role reversal from British-Palestinian writer-director Basil Khalil playfully and cleverly finds a rich source of humor in political tensions and the human foibles that straddle class and ethnicity. The Taste of Apples is Red by Ehab Tarabieh (Occupied Golan Heights)&nbsp; In this gripping...
- [A Lebanese woman takes hostages at Blom bank in Lebanon](https://www.el-shai.com/lebanese-woman-hostages-at-blom-bank-in-lebanon/): In light of the difficult circumstances that Lebanon is going through, a young Lebanese woman named Sally Hafez held employees and customers inside a bank and kept cars for a while.  The videos show the young woman entering the bank and taking hostages at gunpoint with a fake gun at BLOM bank in central Beirut to demand her frozen deposits and pay for her ill sister’s medical treatment.&nbsp; Sally Hafez streamed a live video of her raid, in which she was yelling at employees to release her money while entrances to the bank were sealed. Hafez successfully obtained an amount of...
- [When Posting A Video On Your Personal Account Gets You Fired From Your Job:  The Story Of Professor Mona Prince](https://www.el-shai.com/the-story-of-professor-mona-prince/): Remember that case of the Egyptian professor who got fired from her job in 2018 for publishing a belly dance video on her Facebook account? Well, there are updates on her case.&nbsp; This week, on September 13, 2022,&nbsp; the Supreme Administrative Court in Egypt rejected the appeal submitted by Dr. Mona Prince, confirming her final dismissal from work in Egyptian universities. Who is Mona Prince, and what’s her story?  Mina Prince is a professor in the Department of English at the Faculty of Education at Suez Canal University.  In 2018, Dr. Mona Prince posted a video of her doing belly dancing...
- [Akram Hosny Is Back For His Second Role in Theater With "Hata La Yateer El Dokan"](https://www.el-shai.com/akram-hosny-theater-hata-la-yateer-el-dokan/): Akram Hosny is preparing for a new play entitled &#8220;Hata la Yateer el Dokan,&#8221; which is scheduled to be shown during the Riyadh season in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The play co-stars Dorra, Bayoumi Fouad, Mohamed Anwar, and Ismail Farghali and is directed by Mohamed Utaka. This is the second participation of Akram Hosny in the theater, where he starred in the play &#8220;Otel Faney,&#8221; with Chico, Hisham Majed, and Aiten Amer.  Akram Hosni&#8217;s latest work was &#8220;Maktoob Alia&#8221; series, which was shown last Ramadan, and co-starred with Amr Abdel Galil, Aiten Amer, and Hanadi Mehana.
- [إيه قصة صبرا، السوبرهيرو الاسرائيلية لمارڤل؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a5%d9%8a%d9%87-%d9%82%d8%b5%d8%a9-%d8%b5%d8%a8%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%8c-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%87%d9%8a%d8%b1%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%a6%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9/): مارفل كشفت عن تفاصيل فيلم مارفل الجديد &#8220;كابتن أمريكا – النظام العالمي الجديد&#8221;  من بطولة أنتوني ماكي، و متوقع صدوره مع بدايات عام 2024. المختلف في الفيلم ده&nbsp; هو ظهور بطلة &#8220;إسرائيلية&#8221; للمرة الأولى في أفلام مارفل،&nbsp; اسمها &#8220;صبرا&#8221; و الي هتقوم بدورها الممثلة الإسرائيلية شيرا هاس كأول ظهور لها في أفلام مارفل. بعد صدور الخبر، كثير من الناس شاركوا آرائهم ضد قرار مارفل في إصدار الفيلم دا لإن قصته فيها عنصرية واضطهاد للعرب كثير واستفزاز للفلسطينيين.&nbsp; اسم الشخصية صابرا لوحده مثير للجدل و الكاتب ذكر انه الاسم بيدل على انها من السكان الأصليين و بيشبهها بنبات الصبار الي من برا...
- [Police Arrest 2 Men For Attempting To Slaughter A Woman In The Streets Of Mansoura Who Is Currently In A Critical Condition](https://www.el-shai.com/slaughter-woman-in-the-streets-of-mansoura/): Last night on the 13th of September, 2022, 2 young men attempted to slaughter a girl in the middle of the street in Mansoura. The victim was transferred to an emergency hospital and is currently in critical condition.  Bystanders managed to capture one of them, and the second escaped. According to the Ministry of Interior, the victim was walking in the street when she came across 2 men; one who harassed her and another who she’s in a relationship with and blamed for her harassment. She blamed the first, which angered him, so he assaulted her with unclassified cold steel that...
- [cred Signs a Platinum Sponsorship Contract for the Cairo Drama Festival with the Acting Professions Syndicate](https://www.el-shai.com/cred-sponsorship-cairo-drama-festival/): cred announces the signing of its sponsorship contract for the Cairo Drama Festival in its first session, in the presence of Eng. Ahmed Mansour, CEO of Cred Developments, and Dr. Ashraf Zaki, head of the Acting Professions Syndicate. cred Developments receives the platinum sponsorship of the festival, which will be held on September 21 at the Al-Manara International Conference Center in El-Moshir Tantawy Axis in New Cairo, organized by the Acting Professions Syndicate and headed by the iconic Dr. Yehia El Fakharany, cred’s decision to sponsor the festival comes in line with its interest and desire to support the cultural and...
- [Meghan Markle Is Not As Petty As You Think: The Truth Behind Meghan Dressing Like Princess Diana After the Queen's Death](https://www.el-shai.com/meghan-markle-dressing-princess-diana-queens-death/): During the last couple of days, there has been a rumor about how Meghan Markle was intentionally dressed as princess Diana out of petty during the Queen’s &#8220;funeral.&#8221; While the side-to-side images show Meghan Markle dressed like Diana, what was left out of the story was how the picture isn’t recent, and the Queen was alive and well when it happened.  What’s even more annoying is the fact that the rumor doesn’t even make sense.  First of all, the funeral didn’t occur yet, and it will be held on Monday, September 19. Secondly, as we mentioned earlier, Meghan’s picture that’s being...
- [Egyptian Man Convicted Of Faking Suicide In Video Is Released On Bail](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-man-convicted-of-faking-suicide-in-video/): The Old Cairo District Prosecution ordered the release of a man accused of faking suicide on a bail of 10,000 EGP, along with four others with a bail of 1000 EGP for each.  The man claimed that the video was a way to pressure his wife to step back from getting divorced and to enable him to see his children again.&nbsp; According to the investigations, the man made a deal with one of the accused to film him while he was saying his last words and then jumping from the top of the bridge. The other three convicted people waited for...
- [Judge Ayman Hajjaj Sentenced to Death by Hanging for Killing his Wife Shaimaa Gamal](https://www.el-shai.com/judge-ayman-hajjaj-shaimaa-gamal/): Today, Sunday 11th of September, 2022, the Giza Criminal Court sentenced Judge Ayman Hajjaj and his partner in crime Hussein Al-Gharabli to death by hanging for killing his wife, broadcaster Shaimaa Gamal and will be receiving the legal opinion of the Grand Mufti of Egypt.  The court had considered the first session on July 20. Then on July 23, it ordered a ban on publishing the case in all print, audio, and visual media. Ayman Hajjaj confessed before the court in the first session of his trial to murdering his wife, the broadcaster, and denied intentionally killing her. In contrast, his...
- [Egypt Retrieves 16 Priceless Artifacts From the USA](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-retrieves-16-priceless-artifacts-from-usa/): The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities recovered 16 Egyptian artifacts from the United States of America in cooperation with the Public Prosecutor’s Office in New York and coordinated with the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The information was stated by Dr. Mostafa Waziri, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, noting that the recovered artifacts had been illegally smuggled from the country, which was proven by investigations conducted in the United States of America in three different cases. Mr. Shaaban Abdel-Gawad, General Supervisor of the Administration of Recovered Antiquities at the Supreme Council of Antiquities, explained that among the recovered pieces are 6...
- [Capiter Board Removes Brothers and Co-Founders From Management After Rumors of the Brother Escaping with $33 Million Dollars](https://www.el-shai.com/capiter-board-removes-co-founders-from-management/): The board of directors of the parent holding company of Capiter, a Cairo-based B2B e-commerce startup, approved a motion to remove the founding brothers from their positions as CEO and COO, effective immediately. In the company’s official statement, they stated that this action was due to the Co-Founders’ inability to fulfill their fiduciary duties over the past week and not reporting to representatives of the board and shareholders during on-site in-person due diligence meetings for a potential merger. It’s important to state that the announcement was released after news of the escape of the two brothers with up to 33 million...
- [8 Unusual Facts About Queen Elizabeth II](https://www.el-shai.com/8-unusual-facts-about-queen-elizabeth-ii/): Buckingham Palace announced the death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96. Following her death, Prince Charles is now the King.&nbsp; Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was born in London on April 21, 1926. Her father was Prince Albert, Duke of York, and her mother was Queen Mother Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon. She married Philip Mountbatten, Duke of Edinburgh, in 1947. She became queen on February 6, 1952, and was crowned on June 2, 1953, and her reign was the longest in the history of Great Britain. She was the mother of Charles, heir to the throne and now King, and the...
- [4-year-old Shenouda was Taken From His Adoptive Parents and Placed in an Orphanage in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/4-year-old-shenouda-orphanage-in-egypt/): A four-year-old child, Shenouda, was taken from his adoptive parents and placed in an orphanage. Additionally, the child, who was found in a church and raised Christian, will be forced to be raised Muslim under the new orphanage. The Christian family found the child at a church’s door when he was only a few days old—the couple who found the child had been unable to conceive for 29 years. They decided to adopt the child. After 4 years of the family’s adoption, the husband’s niece filed a complaint with the Public Prosecution to challenge the child’s relationship with the adoptive family....
- [After Discovering The First Case Of Monkeypox In Egypt: Here's Everything You Need To Know About The Virus](https://www.el-shai.com/first-case-of-monkeypox-in-egypt/): The Ministry of Health and Population announced the discovery of the first case of Monkeypox in Egypt, a 42-year-old person who holds a residence permit in a European country. All health and preventive measures were taken with those who were in contact with this person. He is isolated in a hospital designated for isolation, and the patient is in stable condition.  But given that Monkeypox in Egyptmight start spreading, we should take a few precautions and things we should know about the virus to avoid it. Therefore, you must be careful, wear masks again, and stay away from gatherings as much...
- [iRead signs a cooperation protocol with Baheya Foundation to provide moral support to breast cancer fighters](https://www.el-shai.com/iread-protocol-baheya-breast-cancer-fighters/): “iRead” has signed a cooperation protocol with &#8220;Baheya&#8221; Foundation for Early Detection and Free Treatment of Breast Cancer to launch wide-ranging libraries inside Baheya’s hospitals with more than 200 books from various fields and genres starting Monday, 5 September 2022 for an entire year. This step comes as part of iRead’s efforts to support Baheya’s cancer fighters and enable them to effectively use their time while staying at the hospital to receive their treatment and maximize the moral support given to them in their fight against breast cancer through reading. The protocol also stipulates that “iRead” donates 50% to 100% of...
- [“She Arts” announces its Second Edition September 30 to October 4 in Cairo and Alexandria￼](https://www.el-shai.com/she-arts-announces-its-second-edition/): She Arts Festival’s second edition under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture will take place this year in commitment to its vision and mission to present artistic creations by women artists from all over the world, celebrating women and their creativity. The festival starts on Friday, September 30 and continues until Tuesday, October 4. Neveen Kenawy, founder and director of the She Arts Festival, reiterated that the festival’s program focuses on women’s creativity in various artistic disciplines, including music, dance, films, theater and comedy. These are areas in which women often participate less than men in multiple local and international...
- [Here's Why Kanye West is Posting About Nassef Sawiris on His Instagram](https://www.el-shai.com/kanye-west-posting-about-nassef-sawiris-instagram/): If you&#8217;ve seen a picture of Nassef Saweers on Kanye West&#8217;s Instagram account and as confused as we are, we got you. Kanye West is having beef with Adidas&#8216; management, the company behind his fashion brand Yeezy. It all started when Kanye felt that Adidas was making decisions without involving him or taking his opinion on their collaborative brand. Not just that, but Kanye is accusing Adidas of stealing his style in their new footwear brand AdiFom, making it a direct competitor to Yeezy. Now, where does Nassef Sawiris come in? His photo was posted after. Kanye posted pictures of the...
- [19-Year-old Amany Shot for Rejecting her Killer's Romantic advances in Monufia, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/amany-shot-in-monufia-egypt/): Amany, a 19-year-old Egyptian girl, died of her injuries due to a man, Ahmed Fathy, shooting her after her family refused his marriage to her. Local newspaper, &#8220;Al-Masry Al-Youm,&#8221; reported that the girl belonged to the village of Toukh Tanbasha, in Menoufia Governorate, and she died of a gunshot wound at the hands of a young man after attempts to rescue her failed. The incident&#8217;s aftermath was caught on video by one of the neighbors. There has been no official report on motives, but according to Masrawy, the victim&#8217;s family claim he never proposed to them. This incident comes shortly after...
- [Ana La Habibi: All About Yasmin Raeis' Upcoming Film](https://www.el-shai.com/all-about-ana-la-habibi-film/): After the release of her comedy film “Khetet Mazinger,” Yasmin Raeis is awaiting the release of her upcoming movie, Ana La Habibi.&nbsp; ‘Ana La Habibi’ film stars Yasmin Raeis, Mohamed El Sharnouby, Karim Fahmy, Sawsan Badr, and Bayoumi Fouad among others. @yasminraeisofficial #جارة_القمر #أنا_لحبيبي قريبا @Mohamed El Sharnouby ♬ original sound &#8211; yasminraeis The film was written by Mahmoud Zahran and directed by Hadi Al-Bagouri. The story revolves around a romantic love triangle between Yasmin Raeis, Karim Fahmy, and Mohamed El Sharnouby.&nbsp; It’s worth noting that the movie&#8217;s name changed from &#8220;Garet Al Qamar&#8221; to “Ana La Habibi” to show Yasmin’s...
- [Arabia Pictures Group pacts with Tanweer on Film production and Distribution in MENA Region](https://www.el-shai.com/arabia-pictures-group-pacts-with-tanweer/): Saudi Arabia’s rapidly expanding Arabia Pictures Group is proudly teaming up with Greece’s based Tanweer, and setting up the stage for a strategic partnership for the years to come on several projects in different media. The first venture will be to develop and produce a slate of three features to be shot in the region and directed by emerging talent. Walking out from the tremendous success of their Greek production Smyrna, Tanweer is venturing into co-producing feature films in the Arab world with the rising production division of Arabia Pictures Group. Roua Almadani, CEO of Arabia Pictures said: We are thrilled...
- [A Victim of Domestic Violence Calls for Help on Social Media, and Police Respond](https://www.el-shai.com/domestic-violence-victim-calls-for-help/): 23-year-old Social media user Riham Abdelrahman posted appeals on her Facebook account for any help regarding on-going domestic violence from her family in Dakahlia.&nbsp; According to her posts, she was heavily assaulted, and at the time of publishing the posts, managed to lock herself in her room as protection.&nbsp; The posts widely circulated, and the police arrived at her house shortly after. During the investigations, the victim’s father confessed that he had assaulted her.&nbsp; The Ministry of Interior commented on the incident and said after their investigation, they questioned her parents, who admitted to the assault and injuring the girl after...
- [Mohamed Hefzy Joins the 2022 Emmy Awards' Jury](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-hefzy-2022-emmy-awards-jury/): Egyptian producer and scriptwriter Mohamed Hefzy is on the jury of the 2022 International Emmy awards, scheduled to take place on 21 November 2022 in New York. Hefzy commented on his official Facebook page: Thank you to the International Emmy Awards for the jury invitation. Now I know how difficult it is to reach the final nominations stage, so I definitely appreciate the achievement of Mengo Minki even more. About Mohamed Hefzy Mohamed Hefzy&nbsp;is an award-winning Egyptian screenwriter and producer who has written, produced, and co-produced nearly 40 feature films in Egypt, the US, the UK, and the Arab world along...
- [Twitter Rolls-out Testing of Most Requested Update: The Edit Button](https://www.el-shai.com/twitter-testing-update-edit-button/): Given that this is the most requested feature to date, Twitter wanted to both share an update on its progress and give people on the platform a heads up that, even if they’re not in a test group, everyone will still be able to see if a Tweet has been edited. What is Edit Tweet? Edit Tweet is a feature that lets people make changes to their Tweet after it’s been published. Think of it as a short period of time to do things like fix typos, add missed tags, and more. For this test, Tweets will be able to be...
- [Police Arrest Man Who Leaked Nudes of a Woman Whose Family Rejected his Marriage Proposal](https://www.el-shai.com/police-arrest-man-leaked-nudes-woman/): According to the official Facebook page of the Ministry of Interior, the Cairo police arrested a man who leaked nudes of a woman on Facebook.&nbsp; The leaks included a video from a private video call of the victim, and the man arrested and has been circulating on social media platforms.&nbsp; The police investigated the incident and identified both the man and the woman, who both live in Helwan, and the man was arrested shortly after. During the investigations, he confessed that he leaked the video and that he was in a relationship with the girl and proposed to marry her, but...
- [Lawyer of Nayera Ashraf's Killer Filed his Appeal Over the Death Sentence Verdict Announced Last July](https://www.el-shai.com/nayera-ashraf-killer-appeal/): The killer of Nayera Ashraf’s lawyer filed an appeal over his client&#8217;s death sentence, citing that the trial had 11 legal errors that should lead to a retrial. The lawyer claims that the live broadcast of the first trial alone should lead to a retrial according to Egyptian law. On 6th July’s session, the Mansoura Criminal Court sentenced the murderer of Nayera Ashraf to death by hanging after taking the legal opinion of the Grand Mufti.&nbsp; The death sentence against the accused is not final, and the accused is legally entitled to file an appeal in cassation against the judgment within...
- [Khaled Ameen, Hussain AlMahdi & Rawan Mahdi star in Netflix’s new Kuwaiti show “The Cage”](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-kuwaiti-show-the-cage/): Netflix is bringing a brand new Arabic dramedy series to screens this September, with the launch of &#8216;The Cage.&#8217; The light-hearted Kuwaiti show stars several beloved Kuwaiti stars, including Khaled Ameen, Hussain AlMahdi, Rawan Mahdi, Lamya Tareq, and Hessah AlNabhan, showcasing more stories from the Arab world to global audiences. Khaled Ameen plays a social counselor who is working with a married couple, played by Hussain AlMahdi &amp; Rawan Mahdi, to address their differences and better understand each other’s perspectives to save their marriage. While the counselor is helping them reconnect, he’s facing his struggles in his personal life, too. Following...
- [Wegz and Marwan Moussa Top Spotify’s 2022 Songs of Summer Lists in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/wegz-marwan-moussa-spotify-2022-songs-of-summer/): The Summer is almost over, and as we approach the last remaining days spent soaking the sun and tipping our toes in the sand, Spotify is giving a last hurrah to the top streamed tracks that followed us everywhere this Summer in Egypt.&nbsp; This year&#8217;s Spotify song of the Summer in Egypt is no other than &#8220;El Bakht&#8221; by Wegz. The heartbreak anthem was not Wegz&#8217;s only song that topped Spotify&#8217;s list this Summer. &#8220;B3ouda Ya Bilady&#8221; by Wegz was Egypt&#8217;s fourth most streamed song in Egypt this Summer.  Marwan Moussa also made a huge splash this season, where the internet...
- [Who is Dina Abdelmoneim, the First Egyptian Woman to Head a Military Factory in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/dina-abdelmoneim-head-military-factory/): Dina Abdelmoneim got a bachelor&#8217;s degree in Electrical Power and Machines Engineering department and a master&#8217;s in automatic control. She studied at the University of Missouri, the Leadership Program for Governmental Excellence at King’s University in London, and the American University in Cairo. She started in the military production field as a maintenance engineer in 1998 and was appointed assistant of the minister of military production for development and follow-up.  Now she is the head of military factory 27, to be the first Egyptian woman to head a military factory in Egypt. About Shubra Company for Engineering Industries (Military Factory 27)...
- [Her Diary: El-Sisi’s Latest Initiative to Support the Health of Egyptian Women](https://www.el-shai.com/her-diary-initiative-support-egyptian-women/): The largest awareness campaign to care for women’s health is launched with the participation of senior cosmetic and nutrition specialists, based on the concern for women’s health and in line with the state’s efforts in that regard, which emerged with the launch of the President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s initiative, “Her Diary,” to support the health of the Egyptian women. Dr. Heidi Assem, Pharmacist and founder of the “Her Diary” group, announced the launch of a community awareness campaign on means and mechanisms for caring for women’s health, with the participation of senior doctors and specialists in the fields of dermatology, cosmetics,...
- [The 2022 Uber Lost & Found Index](https://www.el-shai.com/2022-uber-lost-found/): As we’re wrapping up what was probably the busiest summer of travel ever, we’re back with the sixth annual Uber Lost &amp; Found Index, revealing the most surprising and popular items riders left behind over the past year.&nbsp; Each year, the Uber Lost &amp; Found Index provides a snapshot of our riders’ most commonly forgotten and most unique lost items. We also highlight which cities have been most forgetful, which times of day and days of the week riders forget items most, and of course, tips on how to get any lost items back using the Uber app.&nbsp; Bags, Wallets, phones,...
- [The Medusa Trend on TikTok: Why We Need it Despite the Backlash](https://www.el-shai.com/the-medusa-trend-on-tiktok/): A new trend has been taking over TikTok, The Medusa Trend, where victims of sexual assault (SA) have shared memories of situations they&#8217;ve been through that ended up in their assault. The international trend aims to raise awareness about SA and show how common and unexpected it is.  Stories from victims worldwide show how almost all situations are similar, no matter where they&#8217;re from – yet somehow, the taboo about sharing the stories is still there, unfortunately. The trend is called &#8220;Medusa,&#8221; since in Greek methodology, Medusa, a beautiful mortal, was transformed into a monster by Athena after she was raped...
- [The 2022 MTV VMAs Winners](https://www.el-shai.com/2022-mtv-vmas/): Last night the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) ceremony was held in New Jersey. Here is the list of the winners, from Taylor Swift to Lizzo and Red Hot Chili Peppers ARTIST OF THE YEAR Bad Bunny &#8212; Rimas Entertainment SONG OF THE YEAR Billie Eilish &#8212; &#8220;Happier Than Ever&#8221; &#8212; Darkroom / Interscope Records BEST NEW ARTIST Dove Cameron &#8212; Disruptor Records / Columbia Records PUSH PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR December 2021: SEVENTEEN &#8212; &#8220;Rock With You&#8221; &#8212; PLEDIS Entertainment / Geffen Records BEST COLLABORATION Lil Nas X, Jack Harlow &#8212; &#8220;INDUSTRY BABY&#8221; &#8212; Columbia Records BEST POP Harry...
- [Peace Cake Released a New Song "Omsan Meshagara"](https://www.el-shai.com/peace-cake-omsan-meshagara/): Peace Cake just released its new song, “Omsan Meshagara,” on their social media accounts. The song features Peace Cake’s stars, Yahia Elsady, Hazem Ragheb, and Ahmed Safi. Singer and Lyrics: Ahmed Safi @safister Music Producer: L5VAV @l5vavofficial Director: Mahmoud Amjad Location: Jeddah Omsan Meshagara song took 2 shooting days last June in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It&#8217;s worth noting that Peace Cake chose to shoot the video clip of &#8220;Omsan Meshagara&#8221; in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as it was the country where the company launched and collaborated with several Saudian content creators and Influencers. Moreover, the director Mahmoud Amjad found several locations in...
- [House Of The Dragon is Renewed for Season 2 After a Record-Breaking Premiere](https://www.el-shai.com/house-of-the-dragon-season-2/): Following the record-breaking series premiere on Sunday, House of The Dragon is renewed for season 2 at HBO.&nbsp; The first episode of season 1 garnered 9.986 million viewers across linear and HBO Max platforms in the U.S, marking the biggest series premiere in HBO history. And by Friday, more than 20 million viewers have watched the premiere across linear, On Demand, and HBO Max platforms in the U.S.&nbsp; Francesca Orsi, executive VP, HBO programming, commented: We are beyond proud of what the entire House of the Dragon team has accomplished with season one. Our phenomenal cast and crew undertook a massive...
- [Facebook To Have Customer Service for Users' Content Complaints](https://www.el-shai.com/facebook-customer-service-content-complaints/): In a step to make it easier for Facebook users to file complaints when their accounts or posts are removed, Meta is finally building Facebook a Customer Service division for post complaints. The efforts are still in the early stages and come after Meta got feedback from the Oversight Board, which has received more than a million appeals from users, most of them related to account support. It’s worth noting that Facebook saw a live chat support program in last year’s update. For the first time, the support program gave some English speakers of its users the chance to talk to...
- [6 Years Later - Britney Spears is Back with Her First Song After Her Conservatorship in Duet with Sir Elton John](https://www.el-shai.com/britney-spears-back-sir-elton-john/): Britney Spears is back with her first musical release since her conservatorship in a duet with Sir Elton John.  The new song, “Hold me closer,” is a mashup of Elton John’s classic hits, “Tiny Dancer,” “The One,” and “Don&#8217;t Go Breaking My Heart,” over a summer-fresh club beat. And it marks Spears&#8217; first new song after a 6-year hiatus. Spears commented on the release: &#8220;It&#8217;s pretty damn cool that I&#8217;m singing with one of the most classic men of our time. I&#8217;m kinda overwhelmed&#8230; it&#8217;s a big deal to me!&#8221; And Sir Elton commented about the collaboration: &#8220;Everyone was saying they...
- [Jones The Grocer’s Exotic Jam Flavors Will Give Your Taste Buds a Treat](https://www.el-shai.com/jones-the-grocers-exotic-jam-flavors/): Jam and toast are like the perfect duo, but with Jones the Grocer’s diverse range of jams and marmalades, you are bound to explore more options to treat your taste buds. Handmade and slow-cooked in small batches, these jams are made with love and premium ingredients for a taste that is as good as the raw fruit, and most importantly, they’re all natural and gluten-free. Whether at breakfast or as a snack, it is hard not to yield to these succulent temptations. A match made in heaven, passion &amp; mango jam. Drift away to a tropical, breezy island with a flavor...
- [Top 5 Online Dating Threats Cybercriminals are Using this Valentine’s Season](https://www.el-shai.com/online-dating-threats-cybercriminals-valentines/): Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day, inspiring many to look for a special someone. However, as online dating popularity continues to grow, so make the threats from cybercriminals looking to exploit vulnerable individuals. In 2022, there were over 366 million online dating service users. By 2027, it is estimated that there will be 440 million people seeking love through online platforms.– this is despite past research by Kaspersky, which found that 43% of people surveyed in the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa region worry about being scammed on dating apps. In the spirit of love and sharing, Kaspersky is...
- [Why You Should Still Celebrate Valentine's Day When You're Single!](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrate-valentines-day-single/): As we all know Valentine&#8217;s day is coming up and we know it&#8217;s all about couples, love, and romance. Things that the singles have nothing to do with! However, what if Valentine&#8217;s is about you as well, yes you the single one out here! The truth behind the single life that you should know! We grow up thinking that relationships and having a partner is the most important thing in life! And it feels like it&#8217;s a competition that you need to win in to find a partner and settle in! Can&#8217;t blame anyone though that&#8217;s how the society taught us...
- [6 Out-of-the-Box Date Ideas For Valentine's Day in Egypt!](https://www.el-shai.com/6-fun-date-ideas-for-valentines-day-in-egypt/): It is February again before we know it, which naturally means Valentine’s Day is around the corner. However, now that we are 2022, Romantic dinners, movie nights, and fancy gifts are outdated. Instead, couples now opt for more fun and out-of-the-box ideas to spend the most romantic night of the year. We have compiled a list of date ideas for you that are not for faint-hearted couples so you can celebrate an unforgettable valentine’s day in Egypt! 1- Order each other dinner for a night in&nbsp; A cozy dinner underneath the blanket while watching a movie seems to be a cliché,...
- [6 Ideas To do on Valentine's Day If You are in a Long-Distance Relationship](https://www.el-shai.com/6-ideas-valentines-day-long-distance-relationship/): February is the most romantic month of the year. It’s the month of Valentine’s day when couples celebrate their love a little bit extra, yet; not all couples are lucky enough to be living in the same town/city. Now if you’re in a long-distance relationship, don’t worry! You can still enjoy a romantic valentine’s day just like any other couple. 1- Online Movie Date One of the perks of technology is that we live in a world where everything is a button away. Plan a date with your significant other where you can share a screen using one of the many apps that...
- [Alhamour H.A.: the First Saudi Movie to Be Commercially Released in Egyptian Cinemas](https://www.el-shai.com/alhamour-h-a-first-saudi-movie-egyptian-cinemas/): After being screened in Saudi Cinemas, Egyptian cinemas will present the Saudi comedy-drama movie “Alhamour H.A.” on February 15. Alhamour H.A. is directed by Abdulelah Alqurashi and written by Hani Kadour and Omar Bahabri; co-starring Fahad Al-Qahtani, Khaled Yeslam, Ismail Al-Hassan, Khayria Abu Laban, Hussam Al-Harthy, Ali Al-Sharif, and Fatima Al-Banawi, who took part in Cairo International Film Festival, most recently as a jury member in one the Festival’s competitions. It is regarded as the first Saudi movie to be -commercially- presented in Egyptian cinemas, a Movie produced by BLVD Studios and Distributed by VOX Cinema. As for the soundtrack, it’s...
- [For the First Time Rakeen Saad Plays the Role of a Woman from Upper Egypt inthe Horror Series Kaboos](https://www.el-shai.com/rakeen-saad-plays-upper-egypt-series-kaboos/): In her first horror series Kaboos (Nightmare), Jordanian star Rakeen Saad plays the role of a woman from Upper Egypt in the episode entitled “El Sel’awa”. Rakeen portrays the character of Salha, a girl living in Luxor in the twenties of the last century, who marries her lover Imran (Khaled Anwar). Her husband suffers from the curse of the Pharaohs which pushes them to confront a dangerous creature called El Sel’awa. Alongside Rakeen Saad, Kaboos stars Khaled Anwar, Passant Shawky, Alaa Quqa, Lobna Wanas, Mohamed Roshdy, and Abdallah Elsayed. The episode is written by Mohamed Nayer, directed by Yasser Al Yasseri, and produced by Starship Productions. The series is one of STARSPLAY original works.  Currently,&nbsp;Rakeen’s&nbsp;new drama&nbsp;Azmat&nbsp;Montasaf&nbsp;Al&nbsp;Omr&nbsp;is aired on Shahid VIP platform and topped the Google trends as well as&nbsp;Shahid’s watching lists.&nbsp;Azmat&nbsp;Montasaf&nbsp;Al&nbsp;Omr&nbsp;stars&nbsp;Rakeen&nbsp;Saad, Karim Fahmy, Riham...
- [20 Years After His Passing: 5 Alaa Wali El-Din Characters That Will Always be Iconic](https://www.el-shai.com/alaa-wali-el-din-characters-iconic/): Imagine living for just 39 years and 20 years after your death; no one can even come close to how iconic your work was. That’s exactly what happened with Alaa Wali El-Din, who we don’t think anyone thinks negatively about him. Born and raised in Egypt, Alaa Wali El-Din was among the best comedians on the screen. He started his acting career in the 1980s, but it sadly halted in 2003 due to an unfortunate deterioration in his diabetic state. With a bright smile and unique facial expressions, Alaa Wali El-Din never failed to make anyone love him at first sight....
- [On International Day of Women and Girls in Science: 8 Arab Modern Women Changing the World](https://www.el-shai.com/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science/): The 11th of February, 2023, marks the 9th International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This day is an opportunity to remind all girls in the STEM field that they can achieve all their aspirations and encourage them to support other women in STEM. According to the British Council, women make up a huge percentage of STEM students, though the numbers don’t reflect in the workplace. Unfortunately, that means the field of science is still male-dominated, with few women encouraged to work in STEM. Here are 8 of the most iconic women changing the modern world of science in celebration...
- [A Look at the Rising Stars of "W Benna Maad"](https://www.el-shai.com/a-look-at-the-rising-stars-of-w-benna-maad/): The series &#8220;W Benna Maad&#8221; became a classic, and the character became a part of every watcher&#8217;s household. We have got attached to every character, from the smallest to the biggest ones. Some of the cast surprised us with their performance, so let’s inform you what we know about them. 1- Aya Selim – Arwa Aya Selim has been doing extraordinary roles in Egyptian TV recently. She is blowing our minds in many series, such as “W Benna Maad&#8221; and &#8220;Azmet Montasaf el Omr.” Aya has a light presence in our hearts, and we are attached easily to her characters. We...
- [<strong>Top 10 Rom-Coms to Stream this Valentine’s Day, only on Disney+</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/top-10-rom-coms-stream-valentines-day-disney/): Valentine&#8217;s Day is fast approaching! Whether you&#8217;re planning a romantic evening for two or it&#8217;s Gal-entine’s Day galore, there’s no better way to feel the love than with a classic rom-com on Disney+. From hilarious and heartwarming hit movies to all-time fan favorites, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Here’s our round-up of the top 10 rom-coms to stream this Valentine’s Day, only on Disney+: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)* On the first day at his new school, Cameron (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) instantly falls for Bianca (Larisa Oleynik), the gorgeous girl of his dreams. The only problem is that Bianca...
- [On What Would've Been Shadia's 92nd Birthday: Here are 9 Facts About The People's Idol](https://www.el-shai.com/birthday-facts-about-the-peoples-idol-shadia/): Today is the 91st birthday of &#8220;The People&#8217;s Idol&#8221; singer and actress Shadia. Here are some interesting facts to celebrate one of the iconic actresses in Egypt that was part of the golden age of Egyptian cinema. Shadia is a stage name Her real name is Fatma Ahmed Kamal Shaker, but she was known throughout her career by Shadia. Egyptian with a Turkish decent She was born to an Egyptian father from Sharqia and an Egyptian mother of Turkish descent. She discovered her talent at a young age Since her childhood, she loved to sing and was encouraged by her family...
- [How Can We Help Victims of the Earthquake in Syria and Turkey?](https://www.el-shai.com/how-can-we-help-victims-earthquake-syria-turkey/): Sameh Shoukry, Egyptian foreign minister, has announced that Egypt will be sending urgent relief aid to Turkey and Syria in response to the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck both nations resulting in more than 1,600 dead people in Northern Syria, mainly in the regions of Aleppo, Hama, Latakia, and Tartus, 3,491 in Turkey and injuring more than 15,000 people according to The Guardian. According to Sky News Arabia, the country&#8217;s official news, Elsheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed, President of UAE, ordered to organize a field hospital to help those injured in Turkey and Syria. Ibrahim Murad, Algeria’s Minister of Interior, launched the...
- [ كيف يمكننا مساعدة  تركيا وسوريا بعد الزلزال؟](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%83%d9%8a%d9%81-%d9%8a%d9%85%d9%83%d9%86%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%b9%d8%af%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d8%b1%d9%83%d9%8a%d8%a7-%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a7-%d8%a8%d8%b9/): أعلن سامح شكري، وزير الخارجية المصري، إرسال مصر لمساعدات إغاثة عاجلة إلى تركيا وسوريا استجابة للزلزال الذي بلغت قوته 7.8 درجة الذي ضرب البلدين، الذى اسفر عن سقوط أكثر من 1600 قتيل في شمال سوريا بشكل رئيسي في مناطق حلب وحماة واللاذقية وطرطوس ، و 3491 قتيلاً في تركيا وإصابة أكثر من 15 ألف شخص بحسب صحيفة الغارديان. نقلا عن سكاى نيوز العربية قام الشيخ محمد بن زايد، رئيس دولة الإمارات بتوجيهات انشاء مستشفى ميدانى مع إرسال فريق انقاذ للمتضررين من الزلزال فى تركيا وسوريا وفق الانباء الرسمية للبلاد. كما اشرف وزير الداخلية لدولة الجزائر ابراهيم مراد على انطلاق الفريق الأول...
- [Mohamed Abdel Wahab's $7 Million Villa: A Hoax or Real?](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-abdel-wahabs-7-million-villa-hoax-or-real/): We&#8217;ve all seen posts talking about the $7 million villa being sold in the name of Mohamed Abdel Wahab, claiming that he’s lived there sometime before, but is it true? Let&#8217;s investigate! Are the pictures real or a 3D render? The villa was officially listed on Sotheby’s International Real Estate. Although the pictures show us a very new and modern designed villa, they claim it was built almost 80 years ago. However, the website stated that the images are 3D renders. They state it’s from the twentieth century, in the heart of Zamalek, yet no one seems to know where exactly....
- [<strong>YouTube collaborates with the National Council for Women to help promote a safe experience for Women content creators</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/youtube-national-council-for-women/): On Safer Internet Day, YouTube announces an on-going collaboration with the National Council for Women in Egypt to help promote a safe experience on YouTube, and encourage more women content creators to share their stories on the platform. The collaboration will include a series of workshops and meet-ups that aim at creating a support community of content creators, YouTube experts and representatives from the National Council for Women. &#8220;We are pleased to partner with YouTube to promote a safer environment for Egyptian women on the platform, especially in light of what women suffer from exposure to various types of cyber violence...
- [With Viola Davis Being the Latest, Here's a Look at All 18 EGOT Winners!](https://www.el-shai.com/viola-davis-heres-a-look-at-all-18-egot-winners/): Since yesterday’s grammy awards ceremony, everyone has been talking about the EGOT winner Viola Davis, but not everyone knows what EGOT winners are. Do you? EGOT stands for EMMY, GRAMMY, OSCAR, and Tony awards winner. For those who don’t know, Emmys are awarded for achievement in TV, Grammys are awarded for achievement in music, Oscars are awarded for achievement in cinema, and Tonys are awarded for achievement in theatre. And here is a list of all the EGOT winners: Viola Davis When Viola Davis won the Grammy for best audiobook narration and storytelling recording for her biography Finding Me in 2023,...
- [A Look at The 65th Grammys 50 Years of Hip-Hop Tribute and How the Genre Changed Our Culture](https://www.el-shai.com/65th-grammys-50-years-of-hip-hop-tribute/): Hip-hop has been blessing our ears with heavenly music for 50 years, which isn’t much relative to other genres. So the 65th Grammys showed gratitude to the genre by commemorating its 50th anniversary with an epic performance on Sunday, February 6th. The massive tribute featured LL Cool J and Questlove and dozens of artists, including Missy Elliot, Big Boi, Run-D.M.C., Queen Latifah, Method Man, Grandmaster Flash, and Melle Mel. The Tribute The massive celebration was split into three parts, showcasing the history of hip-hop. The 14-minute performance gave a short introduction to the genre by LL Cool J, followed by Grandmaster...
- [After the AUC Students Protest, What Happened with the Fees Increase?](https://www.el-shai.com/auc-students-protest-the-fees-increase/): Videos of protests from the American University of Cairo (AUC) have been circulating on social media, leaving many questioning what’s happening. The protests are due to the sudden fee increase that occurred in recent months, causing many students to be forced to drop out or enroll in other universities. Now, if you’re confused about why the fee increase happened and still unsure how the university handled the protests, here’s all you need to know. Why did the AUC fees increase? It all started on October 27, 2022, when the USD hit 23 EGP, which was a great shock as the USD...
- [All About Ahmed Essam, the Groom from Egypt’s Most Talked About Wedding](https://www.el-shai.com/all-about-ahmed-essam-the-groom-from-egypts-most-talked-about-wedding/): You’ve definitely caught on to yesterday’s wedding featuring Amr Diab, Tamer Hosny, Mostafa Amar, and more. The wedding in question was Ahmed Essam&#8217;s. While many might have heard the name, others were confused by who the hell can bring all these starts in one place. If you’re on of those confused people, don’t worry, we got you! Ahmed Essam has recently been making headlines, turning heads with his reputable firework shows. Born and raised on Egyptian soil, Ahmed Essam is a fireworks and special effects programmer and engineer. Since 1997, Essam has worked towards building a leading brand in his field...
- [Hisham Kharma Dedicated The Music Therapy To 57357 Children](https://www.el-shai.com/hisham-kharma-music-therapy-57357-children/): Music Composer Hisham Kharma has dedicated today a Music Therapy session to the children of 57357 hospital. Kharma performed with the children scores that evoke meditation and inner peace. Before 57357, Kharma had already performed Music Therapy in Sahel and Hurghada, with the presence of music and meditation fans. Music Therapy sessions is a new form of live entertainment; a “Meditative Music” Concept led by Kharma and performed at unique destinations. It’s a fusion of ambient electronic sounds accompanied by therapeutic live instruments and complemented by a natural backdrop. About Hisham Kharma: Hisham Kharma is a Music Composer &amp; Producer, Creative...
- [<strong>TikTok updates account enforcement system to support creators</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-updates-account-enforcement-system/): TikTok is an entertainment platform powered by the creativity, self-expression, and heart that creators put into making authentic content. In order to support creators on the platform, TikTok announced an updated system for account enforcement, which aims to facilitate a smoother experience on TikTok while creating content. TikTok&#8217;s Community Guidelines establish and explain the behaviors and content that are not allowed on the platform, and when people violate the policies, TikTok takes action on their content to keep the platform safe. Most of the community members aim to follow the policies, but there is a small minority of people who repeatedly...
- [Free Digital Books You can Get For Free During  The Cairo Book Fair 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/free-digital-books-the-cairo-book-fair-2023/): FREE DIGITAL COPIES OF ARABIC BOOKS? We’re sold! The Cairo Book Fair 2023 runs from Jan 25th to February 6th and has a lot more to offer than hard copies. A variety of books are now available for free, to download as a digital copy on the official website of the Cairo Book Fair. So if you’re a person who finds it easier to read on your laptop or iPad, you need to check this out. ما الفن التشكيلي تأليف : سمير غريب https://cairobookfair.gebo.gov.eg/book_Details/546743 المرأه الجديدة تأليف : قاسم امين https://cairobookfair.gebo.gov.eg/book_Details/545666 لقدس و المواثيق الدولية تأليف : أ.د / محمد مختار...
- [5 Music Videos You Didn't Know Were Shot in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/5-music-videos-you-didnt-know-were-shot-in-egypt/): You&#8217;d be surprised how many artists around the globe came to visit Egypt, and a selection of them went home with more than just memories: full-blown music videos. Here are five of them that were shot in Egypt&#8230; Shania Twain &#8211; The Woman In Me (Needs The Man In You) Canadian music star, Shania Twain is considered the best-selling female country artist in history. If you don&#8217;t recognize her, your parents probably would! She shot her music video for &#8220;The Woman In Me (Needs The Man In You)&#8221; by the Great Pyramids of Giza and along the Nile River. Major Lazer...
- [How Egypt is Becoming the Go-to Travel Destination for Celebrities](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-the-go-to-travel-destination-for-celebrities/): With the Ministry of Tourism launching a few of the best ads in the world to promote Egypt, many celebrities who visited Egypt during the past year have placed the country on an international pedestal. The anticipated opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), which hosted Dior&#8217;s private event before its highly-publicized runway show at the Pyramids in 2022, will further enhance Egypt&#8217;s tourism rates by bringing footfall from across the world. For now, let&#8217;s look back on the most memorable international celebrities who visited Egypt within the past year&#8230; Russ American rapper, Russ returned to Egypt for another performance, only...
- [Hend Abdelhalim Spills the Tea on Her Character in the Series Azmat Montasaf Al Omr](https://www.el-shai.com/hend-abdelhalim-series-azmat-montasaf-al-omr/): Shahid rolled out the promo trailer for their latest drama series, Azmat Montasaf Al Omar (Midlife Crisis), and it features so many plot twists already. Consider us hooked! So, we spoke to Hend Abdelhalim to find out more about her character on the show&#8230; Starring Riham Abdel Ghaffour, Karim Fahmy, Rakeen Saad, and Hend Abdelhaleem, Azmat Montasaf Al Omar follows themes of infidelity, violence against women, and addiction. “I think what attracted me to Salma&#8217;s character in Azmat Montasaf Al Omr is the complete difference from my real character, so I felt her and sympathized with her experience. That affected me...
- [Full List of The Oscars 2023 Nominees](https://www.el-shai.com/full-list-of-the-oscars-2023-nominees/): The world tuned in as Riz Ahmed and Allison Williams announced the nominees for Oscars 2023. Leading the Oscars 2023 nominations is &#8220;Everything Everywhere All At Once,&#8221; which snagged 11 nominations including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Original Score, and Best Original Song. In second place is a tie of nine nominations for &#8220;All Quiet on the Western Front&#8221; and &#8220;The Banshees of Inisherin.&#8221; Devoted fans of Lady Gaga and Rihanna were glad to know that both stars earned nominations in the Best Song category at the Oscars 2023, leaving a short-listed Taylor Swift behind, along...
- [Egyptian archaeologists discovered an ancient papyrus scroll with spells from the “Book of the Dead”](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-archaeologists-papyrus-book-of-the-dead/): Mostafa Waziri, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, announced last night during Archaeologists’ day the finding of a papyrus scroll that might change our understanding of ancient Egyptians and their beliefs. Archaeologists confirmed that a 16-meter papyrus scroll discovered at the Saqqara necropolis site near Cairo last year contains texts from the Egyptian Book of the Dead.&nbsp; The discovery of a papyrus containing Book of the Dead spells could shed new light on ancient Egyptian beliefs about the transition to another realm.&nbsp; These books were collections of funerary texts and spells believed to help the deceased on their journey...
- [The Grand Egyptian Museum's Construction is Finally Completed, and Here Are the Tickets Prices](https://www.el-shai.com/the-grand-egyptian-museums-tickets-prices/): According to the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the Grand Egyptian Museum&#8217;s construction is finally completed, with just the surrounding areas still needing renovation. As for the tickets for the Grand Egyptian Museum, they will cost as follow: Magdy Shaker, the chief archaeologist of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, promised that the GEM&#8217;s opening ceremony would go down in history and is expected to take place this year. He claimed that world leaders would be invited, followed by a public celebration, with international media would broadcast the event. It&#8217;s worth noting that the museum will be the world&#8217;s first environmentally...
- [World Leaders Condemn Burning of Holy Quran in Stockholm](https://www.el-shai.com/world-leaders-condemn-burning-of-holy-quran-in-stockholm/): The latest Islamophobic actions by Swedish-Danish politician Rasmus Paludan, who set fire to the Holy Quran during a protest, have caused an uproar around the globe. In objection to Ankara&#8217;s ongoing standoff with Sweden for the latter&#8217;s bid to join the Nato military alliance, Paludan attempted to stage his protest&nbsp;in front of the Turkish embassy in Sweden, to which he was denied. &#8220;We condemn in the strongest possible terms the vile attack on our holy book, the Quran, in Sweden today, despite our repeated warnings earlier. Permitting this anti-Islam act, which targets Muslims and insults our sacred values, under the guise...
- [Woman Dubbed "Super Amany" Caught in Lies After Claiming She Saved 6 People from Drowning](https://www.el-shai.com/super-amany-lies-saved-6-people-from-drowning/): A story circulated on social media about a woman named Amany Mohamed, 28, who claims she saved two women and four children from drowning after being locked in their sinking car in the Sharkeya canal. People started calling her “Super Amany” for her heroic actions, but as it turns out, Super Amany is a super liar! Amany, a former nurse in the Egyptian armed forces, recounts that she was taking a tuk-tuk when she found a crowd gathered by the bridge. After stopping at the place of the incident and confirming that the owners of the sinking car were still inside...
- [10 Series Canceled in 2023 and Reasons Why They Weren't Renewed](https://www.el-shai.com/10-series-canceled-in-2023/): While some obscure shows like Squid Game can become an international trend and garner massive audiences around the globe, other canceled shows that carry an interesting narrative fail to meet the expectations. Here are 10 series canceled in 2023 that recently did not get their contracts renewed for another season… Gossip Girl (HBO Max) Fans of the original series, which ran from 2007 to 2012 with six seasons, were not fond of the new reboot which joined the list of canceled shows. Although the first season garnered high viewership, speculations arose about HBO&#8217;s recent cost-cutting decisions. Still, most point towards Gossip...
- [The Story of Emad El Deen Adeeb and The Rape Victims Blaming](https://www.el-shai.com/the-story-of-emad-el-deen-adeeb-and-the-rape-victims-blaming/): Egyptian journalist and media personal Emad El Deen Adeeb was asked in an interview with Lebanese journalist Hisham Haddad about his opinion on the current political parties in Lebanon.&nbsp; While the question is harmless, since Adeeb is a political journalist, he decided to ruin his legacy in just one sentence. Out of all the examples he could&#8217;ve used to explain his point of view, he chose rape as an example. And no, not in a positive manner. The media veteran said: &#8220;Even in rape cases, the rapist has an important role to play, but if the raped woman does not want...
- [Rosaline Elbay: Hollywood's New Egyptian Star](https://www.el-shai.com/rosaline-elbay-hollywoods-new-egyptian-star/): Egyptian actress, Rosaline Elbay has successfully infiltrated Hollywood and placed Egypt on an international pedestal with her latest roles. If you&#8217;ve been wondering about her story, here are all the deets&#8230; Early Life of Rosaline Elbay Rosaline Elbay was born in 1990 and raised in Cairo to Egyptian parents. After studying at Oxford University, she received her Master of Fine Arts (MFA) from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA).&nbsp; But, the actress/writer still remembers Egypt, for she recently hosted the Gouna Film Festival in 2019 and was appointed by Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) as its face for...
- [Egyptian Belly Dancer Lucy Under Fire for Allegedly Assaulting 3 Co-Stars In Front of a Live Audience](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-belly-dancer-lucy-assaulting-co-stars/): Al Hafeed play has been halted due to complaints by many cast members, and in the middle of the dramatic tornado is Egyptian belly dancer Lucy, who three different cast members have accused of assaulting them on stage in front of a live audience! First Victim Breaks Her Silence Lucy allegedly attacked Nada Afifi for trying to interfere in her performance after the belly dancer/actress went off-script. One of the play’s stars, Tamer Farag,&nbsp;phoned MBC Masr’s El Hekaya TV show&nbsp;and stated that two other cast members, apart from Afifi, had also been tragically assaulted by Lucy on stage. “I will break...
- [Celebrating Karima Mokhtar's 89th Birthday And her Google Doodle: 7 Facts About Our Favorite TV Mama](https://www.el-shai.com/karima-mokhtars-89th-birthday-google-doodle/): Google Doodle paid tribute to the late Egyptian actress Karima Mokhtar on her 89th birthday. Dubbed the &#8220;Mother of Egyptian Cinema,&#8221; Mokhtar usually portrayed the iconic mother figure in a groundbreaking career that spans 50 years. To celebrate her birthday, we got you some facts about Karima Mokhtar that will make you love her even more: Karima Mokhtar was Born Attyat Mohamed El Badry Born Attyat Mohamed El Badry in 1934 in Asyut, Mokhtar received her bachelor&#8217;s degree in theatre from the Higher Institute of Dramatic Arts despite her parent&#8217;s strong disapproval of her pursuit.&nbsp; Before Pursuing Acting, Karima Mokhtar Started...
- [Vodafone’s First Digital Sustainability Report in Egypt Raises The Bar On ESG Transparency](https://www.el-shai.com/vodafone-first-digital-sustainability-report-egypt/): Vodafone Egypt issued its fourth sustainability report, and the first digital one on its website, which included information regarding the company&#8217;s performance and its impact on the Environmental, Economic, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework, as well as initiatives aiming to enhance its performance in these sectors. Vodafone relied on digital means in preparing the report, collecting and presenting data, which is part of the company’s initiative to raise awareness inside and outside its premises on the impact of its sustainability mechanisms, and ways to deal with various impacts that result from its operations responsibly and sustainably. Vodafone Egypt also plans to...
- [Rotana Music’s Full Catalog Is Now on Spotify](https://www.el-shai.com/rotana-musics-full-catalog-is-now-on-spotify/): In celebration of a brand new year, the world’s most popular audio streaming platform, Spotify,  is expanding its Arabic music catalog by adding over 10,000 Arabic songs to its platform. Spotify and Rotana signed a licensing agreement that will allow the label’s once-exclusive music catalog to be available on Spotify across the Middle East and North Africa, and other markets where the service is live.  The new catalog features over 10,000 songs by a variety of over 100 legendary Arab artists from across the region, including Elissa, Abdul Majeed Abdullah, Rashed Al-Majed, Assala Nasri, Majed Almohandis, Rabeh Saqer, Mohammed Abdu, Najwa...
- [After Women's Education Ban, Taliban States that "Women's Rights Are Not Priority"](https://www.el-shai.com/taliban-womens-rights-are-not-priority/): Afghanistan&#8217;s Taliban spokesperson&nbsp;Zabiullah Mujahid stated on Saturday&nbsp;that women would continue to be banned from receiving an education in universities and working in non-governmental organizations (NGOs) since granting women their rights is not considered a priority. In their continuous attack against Afghan women&#8217;s rights, the Taliban announced that it &#8220;cannot allow act against the [Islamic] Sharia in the country.&#8221; Women were accused of breaking Sharia by allegedly failing to wear a hijab. As a result, they continue to be restricted from accessing secondary schools in most provinces and entering parks, gyms, and other public spaces. The recent announcements sparked backlash worldwide, including...
- [All About the Upcoming Egyptian Film "The Back Row" Featuring 20 New Faces!](https://www.el-shai.com/all-about-the-upcoming-egyptian-film-the-back-row/): Director Sherif Mohsen presents 20 new faces in their debut acting roles in his new film &#8220;The Back Row.&#8221; The film is slated to release in cinemas soon. The casting phase included screen tests and selecting other actors from Khaled Galal acting workshop at the Artistic Creativity Center, as well as Bayoumy Fouad and Tayam Amar. The cast of The Back Row includes: Noura Abdel Rahman, Khaled Ibrahim, Ahmed Saad Wali, Ahmed Yehia, Mohamed Ali (Mizo), Aya Gamal, Lama Hatata, Amira El Hosseiny, Walid Kamal, Mohammed Metwalli, Hussam Abu Elmakarem, Mohammed Adel, Ashraf Mhallal, Diaa El Attar, Ahmed El Rashidy, Ibrahim...
- [For the First Time in Egypt, Peace Cake gathers 13 comedians in Emsek Nafsak Show on Jan 14](https://www.el-shai.com/peace-cake-gathers-13-comedians-emsek-nafsak/): Peace Cake, one of MENA’s leading online-content platforms, has gathered 13 of the best Egyptian stand-up comedians in its online show, Emsek Nafsak, for the first time in Egypt. This one-of-a-kind milestone comes as a celebration of its 30th episode that is being aired this Saturday, Jan 14th at 9 PM on Peace Cake Youtube channel, in honor of Emsek Nafsak surpassing its 1000th joke since it launched. The comedians include Peace Cake’s renowned talents, Yahia Elsady, Ahmed Safi, Hazem Ragheb, Marwan Imam, and Ahmed Essam, in addition to some of the best comedians Egypt has to offer, such as: Mohamed...
- [The Exchange: Netflix Reveals Trailer for New Kuwaiti Female-Led Series](https://www.el-shai.com/the-exchange-netflix-trailer-kuwaiti-female-series/): Netflix just released the trailer for its new Kuwaiti female-led series, The Exchange, inspired by the true lives of two trailblazing women as they pioneer the cutthroat Stock Market. Set in the glorious 1980s, Farida and Munira wittily strut their way – in high heels – to the top in a predominantly male community. The star-studded cast features a myriad of Kuwaiti talent, including Rawan Mahdi, Mona Hussain, Mohammed Al Mansour, Faisal Alamiri, and Hussain Almahdi. The Exchange was created and written by Nadia Ahmed, along with Anna and Adam Sobel, produced by Abdullah Boushahri, and directed by Jasem AlMuhanna and...
- [<strong>Only 10 Days into 2023 and Iran’s Already Sinking into More Crimes Against Humanity</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/2023-irans-crimes-against-humanity/): Iran has been the focus of global criticism triggered by the suspicious death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in prison for violating the mandatory hijab rules. With the world keeping a close eye on them, locals have finally started speaking out against injustice through riots, protests, and social media campaigns.&nbsp; We’re only 10 days into 2023, and already Iran has left dead bodies of protestors piling left and right… Political Turmoil and Global Criticism Consequently, three more protestors were sentenced to death under the allegation that they were &#8220;waging war on God,&#8221; which sparked global criticism from figures worldwide, including Pope Francis....
- [Former Belly Dancer Aggressively Claps Back After Being Caught Abandoning Her Paralyzed Dog in the Street](https://www.el-shai.com/former-belly-dancer-abandoning-her-paralyzed-dog/): A heartbreaking video showed a woman&nbsp;abandoning her paralyzed dog in the street. She was later identified as Hendeya, a former belly dancer and actress, when she&nbsp;posted a lengthy live stream on Facebook, clapping back at the public outrage she faced on social media. The Egyptian Society for Mercy to Animals (ESMA) picked up the helpless German Shephard, who was seen in the video looking flustered and confused from the abandonment of his owner after being spotted by a neighbor. Many flocked to the comments section to condemn Hendeya for abandoning her dog referencing basic animal rights, which caused her to retaliate. The following...
- [Wegz to Headline Wireless Festival in Abu Dhabi – and Here's Everything to Know about the Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/wegz-to-headline-wireless-festival-in-abu-dhabi/): Everyone’s talking about Wegz’s upcoming gig in Abu Dhabi as he headlines Wireless Festival alongside American rapper Travis Scott. We’re left wondering: What does this mean for our local hero, Wegz? And what’s Wireless Festival to begin with? Why is Travis Scott still a thing? If you are contemplating similar questions, let us fill you in… “Is Wireless Festival About Wi-Fi&#8230;?” The festival’s first edition took place in 2005 at London’s Hyde Park and quickly garnered popularity for housing the top talents in the rap and urban music scene. After securing recurrent party-goers with its encompassing experience, the festival became Europe’s...
- [Christmas on 25 December vs. 7th of January – What's the Difference?](https://www.el-shai.com/christmas-25-december-vs-7th-of-january-difference/): It&#8217;s the Christmas season and time for several holidays – from Christmas on the 25th of December to New Year to yet another Christmas celebration on the 7th of January.  Now, if you&#8217;re, like most, confused about the difference and too shy to ask, or if you&#8217;re a Christian and get asked a lot but aren&#8217;t bothered to explain; we got you! The short answer, different churches use different calendars. So, technically, all Christians celebrate the same day but on different calendars. Now, if you&#8217;re looking for the full reason, we also got you! Who Celebrates what? Most people celebrate Christmas...
- [Population Increase, Birth Rate, and Internet Usage: Highlights from Egypt’s CAPMAS Latest Reports for 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/population-increase-birth-rate-and-internet-usage-highlights-from-egypts-capmas-latest-reports-for-2022/): Another year, another report by the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS) that tracks our progress throughout the year prior. Spanning across several categories ranging from Foreign Trade, Childhood and Maternity, to Information and Communication Technology, here are a few highlights from this year’s informative report…&nbsp; Mobile Internet Users Grew by 12.5% Increasing from 61.8 million users the previous year, mobile internet users reached 69.5 million in 2022. However, it appears that USB modem users have switched to using hotspots, perhaps? They have declined by 27.6% from 2.9 million to 2.1 million. Egypt’s Population Increased by 1.6 Million Proving...
- [Egyptian Actress Rahma Hassan Sheds Light on  Celebrities and Obsessive Fans and Stalkers](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-actress-rahma-hassan-stalker/): Eminem coined the term “Stan” with his&nbsp;2000 hit about an overly-obsessive stalker, and I can’t help but have his iconic song play in the background as I dive into the story of this one looney stalker. Famous for her roles in Sabe’ Gar and Igar Adim, among other notable appearances in movies like Sameer, Shaheer &amp; Baheer, and Alf Mabrouk, Egyptian actress Rahma Hassan, 34,&nbsp;shared a lengthy post&nbsp;about her stalker. According to her revelation, the man has followed her every move for the past two years. “This person for two years has been sending creepy messages, acting strange, and harassing all...
- [<strong>Menna Shalaby Sentenced to a Year of Suspended Detention and 10K EGP Fine – here's everything discussed in the trial</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/menna-shalaby-sentenced-trial/): Menna Shalaby was sentenced to a year of suspended detention and 10,000 EGP fine by the North Cairo Criminal Court held in Abbasiya. Earlier this morning, Shalaby’s representatives appeared in court to defend their client following her arrest on the 25th of November at Cairo International Airport for possession of marijuana products, where she was released on bail of 50,000 EGP. Here’s everything discussed during the trial. Customs Release Detailed Report of Seized Substance The substance that Menna Shalaby was arrested for includes: six plastic “lychee” bags containing marijuana weighing 45 grams, two “sherb” plastic bags with marijuana weighing 15 grams,...
- [Egypt's Great Writer Abbas El-Akkad's Home in Aswan to be Demolished?](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-great-writer-abbas-el-akkads-home-in-aswan-to-be-demolished/): Speculations surrounding the demolition of Abbas El-Akkad’s home in Aswan have been circulating on social media to the dismay of the great Egyptian writer’s devoted fans. Since its establishment in the late 1800s, the house deteriorated, and the neighboring building allegedly affected its infrastructure. Located on Abbas Farid Street, the house continues to be occupied by El-Akkad’s grandson, Ramy, who explained that the government had not informed him of any demolition decisions. He has been, however, promised&nbsp;that restoration procedures would be taking place&nbsp;by various committees and the Minister of Culture as a “gift to Egypt.” It’s noteworthy to mention that first...
- [Here's Why You Shouldn't Sympathize with Wafaa Mekky, Who Heartlessly Tortured Her Housekeepers](https://www.el-shai.com/heres-why-you-shouldnt-sympathize-with-wafaa-mekky-who-heartlessly-tortured-her-housekeepers/): From all the interviews I watched of former 90&#8217;s actress Wafaa Mekky, she did not seem remorseful about her heinous actions. Not once did she apologize to the victims. Instead, she continuously brushed off her previous torturing of a child, which led to her imprisonment, as insignificant. Her recent pleading to the public to save her from poverty and half a million EGP in debt should not invoke any sympathy, and here&#8217;s why… In 1998, sisters Marwa and Hanady Abdelmegeed, both under 18 years old, worked as housekeepers at Mekky&#8217;s house. Upon allegedly sighting Mekky in an inappropriate situation with another...
- [Top Egyptian Movies of 2022: Massive Box Office by Kira Wel Gin, Forbidden Romance in Bahebek, and More](https://www.el-shai.com/top-egyptian-movies-of-2022-massive-box-office-by-kira-wel-gin-forbidden-romance-in-bahebek-and-more/): Although this year did not include as many Egyptian releases as the years prior, quality prevailed over quantity. Here are our picks of the top Egyptian movies of 2022&#8230; Kira Wel Gin Based on the popular novel “1919” by Ahmed Mourad, the action film Kira Wel Gin became a massive success at the box office upon its release, earning up to EGP 120 million, which is considered the biggest in Egyptian movie history. The plotline follows Ahmed Kira and Abdelkader El Gin as they team up to fight the British occupation during the early 90s. Taht Tahdeed El Selah (At Gunpoint)...
- [Our Favorite 10 Egyptian Series Released in 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/10-egyptian-series-2022/): Ramadan is usually the peak time for people to binge-watch an entire series. With the rising popularity of many streaming websites like WatchIt and Shahid, people can finish a whole show in one sitting. Here are 10 Egyptian series that won us over this year, starring your favorite actors in influential roles. Finding Ola After following Ola’s (Hend Sabri) relentless hunt for a husband in ‘Ayza Atgawez, the series returned with its Netflix sequel, Finding Ola, as she raises two children while embarking on a journey of self-discovery. Rivo The series features a star-studded musical cast, including Amir Eid, Sedky Sakhr,...
- [7 Things I Hate About The Harry & Meghan Docuseries](https://www.el-shai.com/7-things-i-hate-about-the-harry-meghan-docuseries/): I have a confession: I was excited when Netflix released&nbsp;the first Harry &amp; Meghan trailer&nbsp;earlier this month. What can I say? I love the drama!! There, I said it. Now, I have not only sat through six hours of Meghan complaining about being rich and famous with Harry nodding along – all while I screamed, &#8220;HARRY! IF YOU&#8217;RE IN DANGER, BLINK TWICE!&#8221; at my TV screen. But I also spent a good portion of my time enjoyably watching everyone on YouTube bashing the documentary/reality show. Finally, it is now my turn. Yay! Although I would have loved to delve into a&nbsp;hundred&nbsp;reasons...
- [Shopping for Planners? Here Are Egypt’s Top Agendas for 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/shopping-for-planners-here-are-egypts-top-agendas-for-2023/): The perfect way to start your New Year’s Resolutions is by shopping for planners to jot them down first! We’ve rounded up Egypt’s best brands that offer you colorful planners in various price ranges that will entice you to plan your day, week, and month ahead to stay on top of your game. Start shopping! Noota A handbag from Noota features 420 daily pages with everything from weekly planners, colorful separators, to-do lists, goals/actions lists, stickers, posters, and coloring pages, along with an exercise log by Salma Ghazzawi and recipes cooking record by Yas Eats. Also, if you’re not ready to...
- [Rising Egyptian Actors in 2022](https://www.el-shai.com/rising-egyptian-actors-in-2022/): Although many of the listed rising Egyptian actors of 2022 have already made their debut in previous years, they completely stole the spotlight this year with impressive roles alongside household names. Nour El Nabawy Khaled El Nabawy&#8217;s son, Nour, was the talks of the town this year for months after his role as Tarek alongside his dad in Rageen Ya Hawa. And who can forget his iconic role as First- Lieutenant Ahmed Shousha in 2021&#8217;s El Ekhtyar 2? Rahma Ahmed Marbouha from the sixth season of El Kebeer Awy was the talk of the town for weeks on end. Played by...
- [Samih Sawiris Performs At El Gouna And Cairo Opera House Along With The Swiss Orchestra](https://www.el-shai.com/samih-sawiris-the-swiss-orchestra/):  On January 13, 2023, engineer Samih Sawiris will fulfill a six-year dream of performing on the piano alongside the esteemed Swiss Orchestra. The first concert will be held in El Gouna, one of Orascom Development&#8217;s integrated towns located on the Red Sea. On January 15, Samih Sawiris and the Swiss Orchestra will also grace the stage at the prestigious Cairo Opera House&#8217;s main hall. Not only will these concerts provide exceptional entertainment, but they will also serve a higher purpose. Samih Sawiris has generously pledged to match the proceeds from the concerts and donate them to the Sawiris Foundation&#8217;s Schools for...
- [Spotify and Indie Artists in Egypt: How 2022 Made a Major Impact on the Egyptian Music Scene](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-and-indie-artists-in-egypt-how-2022-made-a-major-impact-on-the-egyptian-music-scene/): It&#8217;s safe to say that indie music in Egypt is finally getting the recognition it deserves. With the last 3 years on Spotify having the likes of Wegz and other rappers dominate the charts, we can confidently say that mainstream music in Egypt definitely is not the highly produced music we&#8217;ve been used to. Before, musicians needed to have major budgets just to have their music heard. Now, get your music for free on a streaming platform, use social media, and you&#8217;re good to go. Even looking at the charts provided to us exclusively from Spotify for the most streamed new...
- [If You Don't Understand How The "For You" Page Works On TikTok, Here Is The Explanation](https://www.el-shai.com/how-the-for-you-page-works-on-tiktok/): TikTok wants people to feel empowered by creating, connecting, and engaging on our platform. That&#8217;s why they equip creators and viewers with a range of features, tools, and resources so they can stay in control of their experience. Today TikTok is adding to that toolbox with a feature that helps bring more context to content recommended in For You feeds. Why content is recommended for you TikTok For You feeds enable people to discover an incredible diversity of ideas, creators, products, and entertainment. TikTok system recommends content by ranking videos based on a combination of factors based on your activity on...
- [British Embassy in Cairo appoints Ahmed Hatem as its Social Affairs Ambassador](https://www.el-shai.com/british-embass-ahmed-hatem/): The British Ambassador to Egypt, Gareth Bayley, recently announced the appointment of Ahmed Hatem as the British Embassy’s Social Affairs Ambassador in a video published on the embassy and Hatem’s social media accounts. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ahmed Hatem | أحمد حاتم (@ahmedhatemomar) In the video, Hatem announced the launch of the British Embassy’s “For Her-With Her” Fund, which supports Egypt’s efforts to end gender-based violence. The For Her, With Her Fund has two main axes: Prioritizing prevention by addressing the root causes — along with reducing the prevalence and tolerance — of gender-based violence and...
- [Shark Tank Egypt Makes its Regional Debut at the Grand Egyptian Museum Under the Auspices of MCIT](https://www.el-shai.com/shark-tank-egypt-grand-egyptian-museum/): Shark Tank, the #1 global entrepreneurial reality TV show, will be launched in Egypt in partnership between IMP and Sony, the owner of the show’s original format; and United Media Services. The TV Show will be launched under the auspices of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, as a part of the State’s and MCIT’s support for the entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem in Egypt. The announcement came within a ceremony held on December 17th at the Grand Egyptian Museum in the attendance of H.E Dr. Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology; Amr El Fekky, CEO and Managing Director...
- [Egyptian Actress Rosaline Elbay Stars in New ‘Kaleidoscope’ Series by Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-actress-rosaline-elbay-stars-in-new-kaleidoscope-series-by-netflix/): Our very own Egyptian actress, Rosaline Elbay, is starring in the new ‘Kaleidoscope’ series by Netflix (previously named Jigsaw). She plays the character of Judy, a member of the world-class heist group attempting to break into an impossible vault to steal $7 billion. I am very proud of everybody’s work, whether behind or in front of the camera. The idea of streaming the episodes in a different order for each viewer on Netflix is ambitious and new. As actors, we were all blown away by the script. Besides, writer Eric Garcia’s trust in us and the freedom he allowed me while...
- [<a></a><strong>Meta #LoveLocal campaign returns to support small businesses during the holiday season</strong><strong></strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-lovelocal-support-small-businesses/): #LoveLocal campaign showcases gifts that spark curiosity from small businesses across the MENA region For the third year in a row, Meta is launching a good social campaign, “#LoveLocal”/ “حب المحلي#” across Instagram and Facebook to support small and medium-sized businesses across the Middle East and North Africa region. As this important holiday sales period gets underway, Meta celebrates unique gifting ideas from small businesses across MENA and encourages holiday shoppers to support local SMBs. The holidays are a crucial time for many small businesses. According to Meta’s most recent Global State of Small Business Report, 25% of small businesses reported...
- [4 Arrested, Including Fashion Blogger, For Scamming 16 People With Fake Businesses](https://www.el-shai.com/4-arrested-including-fashion-blogger-for-scamming-16-people-with-fake-businesses/): News broke two days ago about the arrest of three fraudsters, including fashion blogger&nbsp;Hadeer Atef, for scamming 16 people into investing over a million EGP in exchange for profits from various business fields. The arrest report was published on the&nbsp;Ministry of Interior’s official Facebook page, claiming that the blogger in question used her Instagram account to promote fraudulent businesses, including cars and real estate. In addition, the accused allegedly confessed to not reimbursing the victims with financial profits nor returning the originally invested amounts. A video surfaced of Atef’s mother hysterically claiming that unknown individuals had kidnaped her daughter in the...
- [Kevin Hart and Afrocentrism: Why Some Want His Show Cancelled in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/kevin-hart-and-afrocentrism-why-some-want-his-show-cancelled-in-egypt/): Earlier this week, American comedian Kevin Hart announced he is scheduled to perform in Egypt on the 21st of February, 2023, during his Reality Check tour. Mixed reactions swept through the country due to his alleged Afrocentric views, with people demanding that Kevin Hart&#8217;s show in Egypt get canceled using the viral hashtag #CancelKevinHartShow on social media. Kevin Hart’s views on the link between ancient Egyptians and Black culture emerged during an episode of ABC’s Shark Tank, where the founders of Black Sands Entertainment pitched an idea of turning their comic books into an animated series and requested a $500,000 investment....
- [Lensa AI Avatars That Dominate Social Media Are Blatant Theft Of Real Artists](https://www.el-shai.com/lensa-ai-theft-of-artists/): AI art like Lensa App has become very popular recently, and online users have been pushing its use regardless of its drawbacks, which has led its popularity to skyrocket but little did people know it&#8217;s shameless art theft. Since its initial online appearance, AI art has sparked a lot of attention. Many people love it, especially in recent times when content creators worldwide have started using AI art apps &#8220;magic avatar&#8221; generators to cartoonize themselves. However, most people either aren&#8217;t aware of &#8211; or actually don&#8217;t care- the terrible effects that AI generators like Lensa AI have on all kinds of...
- [Unsolved Mysteries Cases Were Actually Solved in 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/unsolved-mysteries-casessolved-this-month/): People love a good mystery. Thanks to scientific tools that didn’t exist at the time of the occurrences, investigators have figured out the solutions to many unsolved mysteries. Somerton Man’s true identity is revealed in family photographs and divorce papers. The finding of an unidentified man’s body slumped by a sea wall ne.ar Adelaide in 1948 has puzzled amateur and professional sleuths for years. The most infamous cold cases in Australia, the 74-year-old mystery is the Somerton Man’s identity and appearance, whose body was discovered on an Adelaide beach in 1948. The Somerton Man has finally had his face shown in...
- [<strong>Spotify Reveals Most-Streamed Arab Women Artists</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-reveals-most-streamed-arab-women-artists/): With the launch of the 2022 Wrapped campaign and the announcement of the top artists, songs, albums, and podcasts in the region, Spotify is celebrating the voice of Arab women by unveiling the most-streamed women artists.&nbsp; In this year&#8217;s top-streamed Arab women artists on Spotify globally, Nancy Ajram was at the forefront, followed by Fairuz. Coming in third is Elissa, joined by Egypt&#8217;s beloved voice Sherine, in the fourth spot and EQUAL Arabia&#8217;s Global Ambassador, Manal, landing the fifth spot. EQUAL is Spotify&#8217;s women in music program that came to the region last year. This year&#8217;s EQUAL Ambassadors were: Perrie, Dana...
- [In Pictures: French Fashion House Dior Displays Its Latest Collection In Shadow Of Egypt's Pyramids](https://www.el-shai.com/in-pictures-french-fashion-house-dior-displays-its-latest-collection-in-shadow-of-egypts-pyramids/): “My interest in ancient Egypt is about the stars and the sky. It’s that fascination with the ancient world and the parallels with what we look at today; what we inherited from them and what we are still learning from the past. It links to Christian Dior in that sense and by way of his fascination with symbols and superstitions that recur throughout his life and work, one of which is the star. In both the collection and the show there is an idea of ‘guided by the stars’ and what that can entail in many ways. It’s about how the...
- [Mummy Portraits And Huge Funerary Building Discovered in Fayoum, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/mummy-portraits-and-huge-funerary-building-discovered-in-fayoum-egypt/): Several Fayoum portraits and a sizable funerary structure from the Ptolemaic and Roman eras were discovered by the Egyptian archaeological team working at the Gerza archaeological site in Fayoum. These are the first mummy portraits found in Fayoum during an archaeological dig since Flinders Petrie found 146 of them In a Roman-era cemetery&nbsp;between 1910 and 1911. According to Dr. Mostafa Waziri, Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, what was found at the site shows the variety and differences in accuracy and quality of the decomposition process between the Ptolemaic and Roman eras, which indicate the economic importance of the...
- [How This Qatari Football Fan Became The Top Trend In China](https://www.el-shai.com/how-this-qatari-football-fan-became-the-top-trend-in-china/): In only 24 hours, Qatari Fan Abdulrahman bin Fahad became China&#8217;s number one social media trend and was recognized by billions of Chinese people because of a TV shot that lasted approximately THREE SECONDS during FIFA World Cup 2022 match between Qatar and Ecuador showing his spontaneous facial expressions making him look like the World Cup mascot. The Qatari Abd Abdulrahman bin Fahad was attending Qatar&#8217;s match in the stadium, and the camera caught him for only very few seconds, making a spontaneous movement with his &#8220;Shemagh,&#8221; making him look like the World Cup mascot. Abdulrahman afterward returned home, having absolutely...
- [Hisham Kharma to be the first composer in the first Egyptian Metaverse City](https://www.el-shai.com/hisham-kharma-to-be-the-first-composer-in-the-first-egyptian-metaverse-city/): The Egyptian composer Hisham Kharma is to participate in the launch of the first of its kind Egyptian metaverse city (METATUT) on Nov 30th. This makes Kharma the first Egyptian to play his music in this new metaverse. During the event, Kharma will play two of his scores in the Inner pyramid and the Enchanted Melody Hall. TUTERA is a creative community hub for designers from all over the world to present designs reviving ancient Egyptian beauty &amp; spirit in a way that fits today’s lifestyle and is relevant in today’s context. TUTERA is established by the architect Dr. Ashraf Abdel...
- [34 million Egyptians' WhatsApp accounts data was leaked](https://www.el-shai.com/34-million-egyptians-whatsapp-accounts-data-was-leaked/): Phone numbers of roughly 500 million WhatsApp users have been exposed and are for sale in one of the largest data breaches in history. The database, which is for sale on a renowned hacker platform, includes the private information of WhatsApp users from 84 countries, including Egypt. Walid Abdul-Maqsoud, a specialist in information security, commented in response to a story about the disclosure of 34 million Egyptians&#8217; mobile phone numbers from the WhatsApp program posted on the Cybernews website. According to him, the information was part of a data leak that affected 400 million individuals worldwide. An employee of one of...
- [<strong>Spotify Reveals What Egypt Listened to in 2022</strong><strong></strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-reveals-what-egypt-listened-to-in-2022/): Wegz is the most-streamed Arab artist in the region and is Egypt&#8217;s most-streamed artist for the third year in a row. “El Bakht” is Egypt&#8217;s and the region&#8217;s top-streamed song  Cairokee returned with a larger-than-life comeback landing album of the year with “Roma”. This year’s Wrapped is both a celebration of a year gone by and an invitation to join in on the fun. Spotify is unveiling its 2022 Wrapped campaign and personalized user experience inspired by just that. At the same time, the world’s most popular audio platform is also announcing the top artists, songs, albums, and podcasts that made...
- [Salma Abu Deif Is the Face of Maison Valentino Middle East for the Second Year in a Row](https://www.el-shai.com/salma-abu-deif-is-the-face-of-maison-valentino-middle-east-for-the-second-year-in-a-row/): Highly-acclaimed star Salma Abu Deif became the face of Maison Valentino Middle East for the second year in a row since signing with the Italian luxury fashion house in 2020. In October, Salma rocked the Valentino Spring/Summer 2023 fashion show, which was part of the Paris Fashion Week in France. Earlier, Salma Abu Deif traveled to New York, where she studied at the famous Stella Adler Studio of Acting to enhance her talent in acting. Most recently, Salma’s new TV series Mon’ataf Khatar received huge audience acclaim on social media platforms. Mon’ataf Khatar was aired exclusively on the Shahid VIP platform...
- [Bondage with Children: A Look at the New Messed-up Balenciaga Holiday Campaign](https://www.el-shai.com/bondage-with-children-balenciaga-holiday-campaign/): A huge wave of backlash and anger on social media is directed at the luxury fashion house Balenciaga over a controversial campaign, which led them to post an apology statement and delete all of their posts on Instagram. This disturbing holiday campaign shows children carrying a stuffed bear that appears to be dressed in BDSM gear. Quite weird and disturbing, right? Wait until you know there was also a court document about virtual child porn as part of the decorations and set.&nbsp;&nbsp; What makes this even more sickening and messed up is that the photographer behind the shoot is Gabriele Galimberti,...
- [The Rahet Bally Experience is back for a 5th Edition at Walk of Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/the-rahet-bally-experience-5th-edition/): The Rahet Bally Experience, its fifth edition, only this time, the event will be under the name of &#8220;Be Our MAMA LISA!&#8221; and will be held in Sheikh Zayed at the Walk of Cairo (WOF) on November 26th, 2022. The Rahet Bally Experience festival is the largest festival for Egyptian mothers and families in Egypt. It takes place every year in November and March, and each session comes out with a different and distinctive theme. The choice of this year&#8217;s theme was inspired by Leonardo da Vinci&#8217;s Mona Lisa, as this round aims to shed light on the role of art...
- [Grand Egyptian Museum to Host a Number of Tours and Events <strong>Ahead Of Trial Phase</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/grand-egyptian-museum-to-host-a-number-of-tours-and-events-ahead-of-trial-phase/): Today, the Grand Egyptian Museum&nbsp;announced that&nbsp;it&nbsp;will host&nbsp;limited&nbsp;events and group&nbsp;visits&nbsp;to&nbsp;some&nbsp;areas in the complex, to&nbsp;test site readiness and the visitor experience. This comes ahead of&nbsp;an operational trial phasethat will be announced in due&nbsp;course. &nbsp; Located just two&nbsp;kilometres&nbsp;from the Pyramids of Giza, the new museum complex occupies a total land area of 500,000 square metres and is home to the world’s largest archaeological&nbsp;collection. Situated between the ancient Great Pyramids&nbsp;with its rich history&nbsp;and the modern city of Cairo, the Grand Egyptian Museum is a portal to the past, present, and future of Egypt.&nbsp; The Grand Egyptian Museum was designed to showcase the largest most comprehensive...
- [<strong>بونجورنو كوفي ميكس بيكمل دعم أحلام المصريين من خلال تقديم ثلاث شقق هدية و جوائز ثانية</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d9%88%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%b1%d9%86%d9%88-%d9%83%d9%88%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%b3-%d8%ab%d9%84%d8%a7%d8%ab-%d8%b4%d9%82%d9%82-%d9%87%d8%af%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%88-%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%a6/): عايز تكسب شقة أو يكون عندك موتوسيكل أو ميني فان ب٣ جنيه بس؟ بونجورنو كوفي ميكس عامل مسابقة تقدر تشارك فيها وتكسب جائزة من الجوائز اللي المسابقة بتقدمها، من ضمنها 3 شقق متشطبة بالكامل بالتعاون مع وزارة الإسكان والتنمية العمرانية، و12 موتسيكل، و 10 ميني فان “تومناية”. المسابقة من 22 سبتمبر ومستمرة لـحد أخر ديسمبر، وبجانب الجوائز الكبيرة بونجورنو كوفي ميكس بيقدم هدايا فورية زي دقايق مكالمات ونت مجاني شامل لكل الخطوط، وخدمة الاسترداد النقدي من أمان. عملية السحب هتتم بشكل عشوائي من أرقام التليفونات اللي بعتت رسالة على الرقم المخصص للمسابقة 1490. دي السنة الثامنة للمسابقة بالتعاون مع وزارة الإسكان...
- [Sound Designer Mohamed Salah Participates in Four Films at CIFF](https://www.el-shai.com/sound-designer-mohamed-salah-participates-in-four-films-at-ciff/): Egyptian Sound designer Mohamed Salah is participating in four films that are competing in the 44th Cairo International Film Festival, scheduled to start from 13 to 22 November. The films that Salah participated in are “19B”, two short films: “My Sahib” and “Mama,” and the documentary film &#8220;Light Upon Light.&#8221;&nbsp; The movie “19B” is competing in the International Competition for Feature and Documentary Films, and it will be screened for the first time globally during the festival. 19B follows the story of a property guard who lives alone and semi-isolated in the abandoned villa that he guards. Still, a later confrontation...
- [The Tea with Hanady Mehana](https://www.el-shai.com/the-tea-with-hanady-mehana/): Our November cover is here, and our cover star is non-other than the young starlet Hanady Mehanna. The French-Egyptian 24-year-old managed to climb the ladder of fame, and in only 3 years, she became a respected actress, not just a rising star, as well as collaborating with one of the biggest brands in the beauty world, Lancome.
- [Stray Animals Star in Director Ahmad Abdalla’s Film 19B](https://www.el-shai.com/stray-animals-star-in-director-ahmad-abdallas-film-19b/): The film is landing its world premiere at the 44th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) within the festival’s official competition, to be held from November 13th to November 22nd. Ahmad Abdalla used 12 pets, including dogs and cats, as stray animals that used to live in the villa, guarded by property security. “We spent a period of time living with the animals during filming, and we did not push them to act or try to force them, but rather we left them acting normally and waited for the right moment to shoot the scene.” director Ahmad Abdalla. &#8220;The...
- [How to Get the COP27 Coin? Here's All to Know About the Commemorative Silver Coin](https://www.el-shai.com/cop27-coin-commemorative-silver/): Pictures of the 100-pound coin are circulating around social media in light of Egypt’s hosting of the United Nations Climate Summit 2022, so we thought we should bring you all you need to know about this coin and where to buy it. This commemorative 100-pound silver COP27 coin is issued by the Public Treasury and Mint of the Egyptian Ministry of Finance as a way of emphasizing the importance of this historical event and celebrating the success of hosting it.&nbsp; The coin&#8217;s back has 100LE written on it, while the front bears the logo and name of the Climate Summit and...
- [<strong>RA'AD Team Wins the Campus Clutch Tournament and Qualifies for the World Championship</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/raad-team-campus-clutch-tournament/): In a tournament organized by Gamers Lounge for esports, which brought together Egypt&#8217;s strongest teams in Valorant, the RA&#8217;AD team won the Campus Clutch tournament and qualified to represent Egypt in the World Championship in Brazil. Gamers Lounge has provided a high-quality live stream and broadcast of the tournament, as well as comprehensive coverage of the final match,&nbsp;securing superior production quality of the stream while succeeding in providing an unprecedented experience for both online and offline audiences. It is pertinent to note that Egypt also won the Red Bull Campus Clutch in 2021.&nbsp;The final match of the last edition was between...
- [“What The Hell Am I Doing Here?” Dance Performance Represents Egypt At Kenya International Theatre](https://www.el-shai.com/what-the-hell-am-i-doing-here-kenya-theater/): The show &#8220;What the hell am I doing here?&#8221; produced by the band &#8220;El Matbakh El Mostaqelah&#8221; flies to Kenya to participate in “Kenya International Theater Festival” in its seventh session, from 1 to November 13, where the show will be presented at the National Theater in Nairobi next Friday, November 11, at 7 pm. The theatrical dance performance &#8220;What the hell am I doing here?&#8221; is described as a voyage into a woman&#8217;s mind that raises issues and conflicts between reality and fantasy at the very moment when a person asks himself, &#8220;What do I do here?&#8221;. The show featured...
- [9 Anticipated Movie Releases in November 2022 ](https://www.el-shai.com/9-anticipated-movie-releases-in-november-2022/): November 2022 has a collection of great movie releases that everybody’s waiting for. In this article, we bring you a list of these films and their release date.&nbsp; Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Release date: November 9&nbsp; Marvel fans and black panther loyalists, buckle up because the wait is over! Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is finally coming. After the loss of Wakanda’s beloved king T’Challa and the struggles the Wakandans are going through, they find themselves at war against Namor and the kingdom of Talocan. The film will also reveal who the new Black Panther is. Falling for Christmas&nbsp; Release date: November...
- [International and Egyptian top artists<br>create musical magic at the foot of the pyramids](https://www.el-shai.com/international-and-egyptian-top-artistscreate-musical-magic-at-the-foot-of-the-pyramids/): It was a magical evening at the foot of Cairo&#8217;s Great Pyramid at Giza. In a dazzling performance in front of an enthusiastic audience, world-class violinist Daisy Jopling and Egyptian stars Hany Adel and Noha Fekry created a powerful fusion of Western and Middle Eastern music. Friday&#8217;s concert, Irradiance at the Pyramids, was a memorable and beautiful experience that left no one untouched. The concert was opened by a band of African and Egyptian musicians from the AfriCairo Collective, brought together by the concert&#8217;s Musical Director, Ahmed Omar. The famous Egyptian rock band Wust El Balad closed it by performing some...
- [Director Hind Metwalli Gives Us a Look into her Film "The Interview"](https://www.el-shai.com/director-hind-metwalli-the-interview/): Director Hind Metwalli is competing with her short film The Interview in the Short Film Competition in the 44th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), to be held from 13 to 22 November. About the film, director Hind Metwalli said, “I have always been interested in the psychological crises that women suffer from in a society that does not pay attention to them, especially the cases of depression and suicide. Currently, a lot of mothers do not know much about mental illness and consider depression as an embarrassing matter. I wanted to shed light on this subject in my...
- [Hisham Kharma scores the Official Music theme for COP27](https://www.el-shai.com/hisham-kharma-scores-the-official-music-theme-for-cop27/): The renowned music composer Hisham Kharma is to present the official music theme for the 27th United Nations Climate Change conference &#8211; Cop 27 (6 &#8211; 18 Nov), held by the Egyptian Ministry of Environment and the UNFCCC. Hisham Kharma’s music will represent the Egyptian signature through the official music theme or the soundtrack for the opening film, as Egypt is hosting the international event. Commenting on that, Kharma stated, “I’m so proud to be part of this such international event, especially since it is held in Egypt, so I tried through the music to make an international score with an...
- [Studio Ghibli Officially Opens Its Theme Park In Japan](https://www.el-shai.com/studio-ghibli-opens-its-theme-park-in-japan/): Studio Ghibli enthusiasts, this one is for you! The company officially opened Ghibli park’s doors to visitors in Japan. So, if Japan has been on your travel bucket list, here’s another reason you should go.  Ghibli Park, which opened on November 1, brings some of the most admired characters and scenes from the studio’s animations to life inside Aichi Earth Expo Memorial Park &#8211; the former grounds of Expo 2005- It is operated by a joint venture between Studio Ghibli and the Chunichi Shimbun, a major regional newspaper. The park’s construction began in 2020, but a very limited number of pictures of...
- [بعد انتشار بيع فلوس مزورة في مصر على السوشيال ميديا … ايه هيا الطرق اللي ممكن نعرف بيها الفلوس مزورة ولا لأ](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a8%d9%8a%d8%b9-%d9%81%d9%84%d9%88%d8%b3-%d9%85%d8%b2%d9%88%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b5%d8%b1-%d8%b9%d9%84%d9%89-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%88%d8%b4%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%84-%d9%85%d9%8a%d8%af%d9%8a/): في الفترة الأخيرة ظهر جروب على الفيس بوك بأسم &#8221; فلوس مزوره&#8221;  وموجود عليه 65 ألف عضو، وفي الجروب ده  الناس بتبيع فلوس مزورة بدقة عالية جدا&#8221; ، وكمان بتبيعها  بقيمة أقل من قيمتها  ب50 في المية. والأخطر من كده كمان أن في ناس كتيرة بتسأل علي شغل مزور وبتدور عليه، ومش بس كده ديه بتشتري منه بكميات كبيرة جدا. و دة للأسف ده معناه، ان معظمنا دلوقتي ممكن يكون في جيبه فلوس مزورة  وهو مايعرفش. فعشان كده  قلنا لازم نعمل البوست ده عشان ننبه علي اننا لازم نراجع اي فلوس بتاخدها من أي مكان عشان تقدر تكتشف  إذا كانت مزورة...
- [112: Egypt Finally has a Unified Emergency Number, and Here's Everything You Should Know About](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-112-emergency-hotline/): Egypt’s ‘112’ hotline to become the country’s first-ever single emergency hotline to replace the many emergency helplines that now exist. If you have ever been to the United States or enjoy watching American movies, you are undoubtedly familiar with the emergency hotline 911. However, until recently, Egypt did not have a unified helpline. Similar to the 911 emergency hotline in the US, the 112 network’s objective is to quickly respond to emergency calls across the country, according&nbsp;to the Minister of Health Khaled Abdel Ghaffar on 31 October 2022. What you need to know about the 112 emergency number The center is...
- [What is Just Stop Oil, and How are they Ruining their Cause?](https://www.el-shai.com/what-is-just-stop-oil-ruining-their-cause/): During the past month, we’ve seen multiple videos of people throwing soup or sauce cans or spray paint on artworks in museums, art galleries, and some stores and buildings. These people are from Just Stop Oil, a movement in the UK that demands the government end the use of fossil fuels.  Their most recent incident happened in the Bank of England and News Corp, where they sprayed Orange paint on the building.&nbsp; So what is Just Stop Oil, and what do they claim to advocate for?  In a nutshell, Just Stop Oil is a non-governmental environmental movement run by groups working...
- [Celebrities And Aging: How The Media Brainwashed People To Believe In Impossible Beauty Standards](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrities-and-aging-how-the-media-brainwashed-people-to-believe-in-impossible-beauty-standards/): Over the decades, the media and beauty industry has been working on brainwashing us with impossible beauty standards through adverts, social media, and magazines to portray “the perfect body and face.”   Although efforts are being exerted to demolish such a concept and promote body positivity, a considerable number of people still fall for the trap of photoshop, beauty surgeries, and other things behind the camera to achieve this perfect appearance.  What makes this worse is that people start to forget what a normal human being should look like, and they start to feel insecure about the smallest normal details about their...
- [Top Egyptian And International Artists Perform Together With Refugee Youth In A Magnificent Show At The Cairo Pyramids](https://www.el-shai.com/top-egyptian-and-international-artists-perform-together-with-refugee-youth-in-a-magnificent-show-at-the-cairo-pyramids/): In a unique event on 4 November at the Great Pyramid of Giza, Hany Adel and his Wust El Balad band perform together with jazz singer Noha Fekry, world-class British violinist Daisy Jopling, and a band consisting of young refugees and Egyptian artists from the AfriCairo Collective, brought together by the concert’s Musical Director Ahmed Omar. The show Irradiance is a magical and breath-taking musical experience, merging Western, Egyptian, and African music into a spectacular sound-and-light mixture never seen before! For anyone following the Cairo music scene, this concert is going to be something very special, and one not to be...
- [D-CAF celebrates the end of a magical tenth anniversary](https://www.el-shai.com/d-caf-celebrates-the-end-of-a-magical-tenth-anniversary/): After a magical three weeks, D-CAF’s lineup of the newest and brightest of theater, dance, visual, and contemporary media arts has come to a close. This year marked the festival’s tenth-anniversary edition, bringing together more than 60 artists and 25 groundbreaking works in a vibrant blend of disciplines and cultures.&nbsp; The festival kicked off on 9 October with two showings of Jesper Pedersen and Nassim Soleimanpour’s creative play, Cook. The performance featured an all-star lineup, with Egyptian television and movie stars Sayyed Ragab and Salwa Mohamed Ali each taking to the stage to act out a script they had never seen...
- [The True Halloween Horror: It's 2022, and Some Influencers Still Think We Can Joke About Domestic Violence](https://www.el-shai.com/the-true-halloween-horror-its-2022-and-some-influencers-still-think-we-can-joke-about-domestic-violence/): Before we begin the rant, I want to clarify that I don&#8217;t care for influencers, and I&#8217;m not familiar with who this person is or what content she provides – if any. I&#8217;m just highlighting this one incident, not her overall content. With that out of the way, let&#8217;s talk about the main problem at hand. On the weekend of Halloween 2022, an influencer called Dalia Ragheb decided to dress like a zombie, failed with the execution of her costume, and ended up looking like she got beaten up in the worst street fight you can possibly think of. Hey, we&#8217;ve...
- [The Interview with Sarrah Abdelrahman](https://www.el-shai.com/the-interview-with-sarrah-abdelrahman/): To celebrate El-Shai’s second anniversary, we had to find someone who made 2022 their year, and there was no one better than Sarrah Abdelrahman. With a comeback like no other in 2021, Sarrah kept the momentum going and found huge success in the series Rivo. Additionally, she is participating in her short film “The Interview” at Cairo International Film Festival. 2022 wasn’t just Sarrah’s year when it came to acting; she co-founded the stand-up comedy group Comedy Sett and explored her script-writing career further. Commenting on Rivo, Sarrah told us: “I’m truly proud of the success of the series, especially given...
- ["Riverbed" in the Horizons of Arab Cinema Competition at the Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/riverbed-in-the-horizons-of-arab-cinema-competition-at-the-cairo-international-film-festival/): In parallel to the screening of the film in the Horizons of Arab Cinema competition at the Cairo International Film Festival; “Riverbed” Poster and Teaser release. In its world premiere, the feature film &#8220;Riverbed&#8221; by Lebanese director Bassem Breche will participate in the Horizons of Arab Cinema competition as part of the 44th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival, which is scheduled to be held from November 13 to 22. “Riverbed” story revolves around Salma and her newly divorced returning daughter Thuraya, and their attempt to rediscover the connection between them. The film stars actors Carole Abboud, Oumaya Malaeb, with...
- [That Body Part: How Batool Al Daawi Started a Conversation about Breasts that We Needed to Have](https://www.el-shai.com/that-body-part-batool-al-daawi/): As most of us know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and Egyptian filmmaker Batool Al Daawi released a creative short film for breast cancer awareness like no other. However, while it was filmed in 2018, it only saw the light this October.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Batool Al Daawi (@batoolaldaawi) This short film is special and inspiring because it tackles an important and deep message about women and their breasts and goes beyond addressing breast cancer. Through the voice narration of the film and the models’ body movements and expressions, the film portrays the idea...
- [ايه هو الهالوين: بدايته وازاي انتشر في العالم](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%8a%d9%87-%d9%87%d9%88-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%87%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%88%d9%8a%d9%86-%d8%a8%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%8a%d8%aa%d9%87-%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%b2%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%aa%d8%b4%d8%b1-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7/): العالم بيحتفل بـ&#8221;الهالوين&#8221; في آخر يوم من أكتوبر، الي بنلاقي فيه الناس بتلبس لبس تنكري وبيزينوا بيوتهم بزينة فيها أجواء رعب وأشباح. بيرجع أصل احتفال الهالوين لمهرجان أيرلندي قديم، قبل مئات السنين.اسمه مهرجان &#8220;سمحين&#8221; في حضارة الكيلتك الأيرلندية قبل ألفين سنة، وكانوا بحتفلوا بالسنة الجديدة في الأول من نوفمبر. ايه هو المهرجان؟  في معتقدات الكيلتك يعتبر 31 أكتوبر آخر يوم للصيف، قبل ما يبدأ الشتاء البارد، وهو اليوم الي بيخرج فيه الأموات للأرض، وفقا لمعتقداتهم، وكان عندهم ظن إن الأرواح الراحلة في السنة الي انتهت بتكون عالقة ومبتغادرش  للعالم الآخر غير في الليلة دي، وان الأرواح الراحلة بتيجي تزور أهلها، وكانوا...
- [Revitalizing Downtown Cairo: A Developments to Transform Former Ministry of Interior into Mixed-Use Complex](https://www.el-shai.com/a-developments-ministry-of-interior-mixed-use-complex/): On Tuesday, March 28th, the Sovereign Fund of Egypt (TSFE) announced an agreement for the transformation of Egypt&#8217;s former Ministry of Interior located in downtown Cairo into a mixed-use complex. A Developments, an estate developer, will undertake the project valued at EGP 800 million (USD 25.9 million). The complex will comprise office spaces, a university campus for the Business School of Paris (IPAG), a hotel, serviced apartments, technology hubs, and incubators. Downtown Cairo: The &#8220;Paris of the East&#8221; Downtown Cairo was once an active center dubbed the &#8220;Paris of the East.&#8221; The district&#8217;s architecture, inspired by Baron Haussmann&#8217;s urban renovation of...
- [The Release of Shady Khalaf: How Did He Get Out of Jail After Being Sentenced for Sexual Assault?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-release-of-shady-khalaf-jail/): According to Cairo 24, the accused sexual predator Shady Khalaf was granted a conditional pardon in the case for which he was sentenced to 3 years in prison in February of last year for the accusation of sexually assaulting 7 girls. The release of Shady Khalaf, a 42-year-old actor and acting coach at Studio Zat, has caused quite a stir in Egypt. Khalaf was sentenced to three years in prison for sexually assaulting seven girls during acting workshops, but he was granted a conditional pardon after serving half of his detention period and adhering to good behavior during his time in...
- [Nicolas Mouawad Premieres His First Hollywood Film "His Only Son"](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-premieres-hollywood-his-only-son/): Lebanese actor Nicolas Mouawad has made waves in both Hollywood and the Arab entertainment industry. With his recent lead role in the Hollywood film &#8220;His Only Son,&#8221; as well as several other successful projects, Mouawad&#8217;s career is on the rise. Here&#8217;s a closer look at the actor and his recent accomplishments. &#8220;His Only Son&#8221;: Mouawad&#8217;s Hollywood Lead Debut &#8220;His Only Son&#8221; is a highly anticipated Hollywood film that marks Mouawad&#8217;s first lead role in a Hollywood production. The film is set to release in 2600 theaters across the US as well as theaters in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Mouawad stars...
- [The Dark Origins of Ramadan Desserts: Umm Ali, Zainab's Fingers, and More](https://www.el-shai.com/origins-of-ramadan-desserts/): It’s the holy month of Ramadan and every Egyptian house is lit-up with Ramadan decorations and packed with special Ramadan desserts like Balah el Sham, Kunafah, Um Ali, and Zainab’s fingers. But have you ever stopped to wonder who these desserts are named after and what their stories are? Well, we’ve been wondering, too. Brace yourself, as some of these stories have a dark side to them. Umm Ali: A Dessert Named After a Murderer Umm Ali is a popular dessert that is said to have been named after the first wife of the Mamluk sultan Izz al-Din Aybak, who ruled...
- [Experience the Unforgettable: Omar Khairat at the Sound and Light Theater this June!](https://www.el-shai.com/omar-khairat-at-the-sound-and-light-theater-june/): Are you a music enthusiast looking for an unforgettable evening filled with timeless classics and endless surprises? Look no further than the upcoming concert by the legendary musician Omar Khairat, scheduled for June of this year at the iconic Sound and Light Theater, situated at the foot of the Great Sphinx in Giza. Khairat, a renowned musician with exceptional talent, will be presenting a diverse selection of his famous compositions, including the hauntingly beautiful &#8220;Executing the Dead&#8221;, the uplifting &#8220;Dameer Abla Hekmat&#8221;, the stirring &#8220;Arfa&#8221;, and the poignant &#8220;Al-Liqaa Al-Thani/the Second Meeting&#8221;. In addition to these, he will also be performing...
- [A Masterful Scene: The Confrontation in Al Harsha Al Sabaa's Ninth Episode](https://www.el-shai.com/masterful-scene-al-harsha-al-sabaas-ninth-episode/): While we, at El-Shai, decided not to overproduce Ramadan series content this year, we can&#8217;t ignore the ninth episode of &#8220;Al Harsha Al Sabaa,&#8221; which depicts a real-life confrontation between two parties in a relationship who have accumulated problems and pains over the years. The scene of the confrontation between Nadine and Adam, played by Amina Khalil and Mohamed Shahin, in El Harsha El Sabaa was excessive and painful to witness for many, including myself. Still, ultimately very realistic – and art is meant to provoke feeling even if it&#8217;s a bad one. However, this scene goes beyond just being a...
- [April Fool's Day: A Look at the Most Famous Pranks in History](https://www.el-shai.com/april-fools-day-famous-pranks/): April Fool&#8217;s Day, also known as All Fools&#8217; Day, is an annual celebration of pranks, hoaxes, and laughter on April 1st. The day has been celebrated for centuries, with people from all over the world participating in the fun. In this article, we&#8217;ll take a look at some of the most famous April Fool&#8217;s pranks in history and how they have captured the imagination of people all over the world. The BBC&#8217;s Spaghetti Trees In 1957, the BBC aired a segment about a Swiss family harvesting spaghetti from trees. The segment was so convincing that it led to thousands of viewers...
- [Andrew Tate and Brother to be Released into House Arrest](https://www.el-shai.com/andrew-tate-brother-released-into-house-arrest/): Former kickboxer Andrew Tate and his brother were detained on suspicion of human trafficking and organized crime, however, they have not yet been formally charged. Andrew is known for his controversial views on women, while Tristan is less well-known. The recent ruling by the Court of Appeal in Bucharest has replaced their custody with house arrest. The decision has sparked controversy and raised questions about the effectiveness of this form of detention.
- [Meet Ahmed Abdel Wahab: The Multi-talented Actor and Writer You Need to Know](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-abdel-wahab-actor-and-writer/): Discover the rising star of this Ramadan season - Ahmed Abdelwahab. This multi-talented actor, writer, and filmmaker has captured hearts with his impressive acting skills and hilarious writing abilities. Learn more about this talented artist and his journey in the entertainment industry.
- [Rewind This Ramadan With Disney+: Catch-up on the Disney Classics With Family and Loved Ones](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-disney-classics-in-arabic/): With their enduring themes of family, friendship, sacrifice and self-discovery, Disney’s golden classics have stolen hearts and set imaginations alight for decades. Now, thanks to Disney+, Disney’s vault of family classics – which features an unparalleled songbook and life-affirming storylines &#8211; is set to enchant a new generation. Get ready to rediscover these family-favourites, available with audio and subtitles in both Egyptian and Modern Standard Arabic. Disney’s perfectly portioned recipe that melds drama, music and humour, all centered around universal human truths, has made its movies the perfect vehicle for family bonding. Experience the magic anew with our curated list of...
- [The Central Bank of Egypt Raises Interest Rates by 2% to Curb Inflation: Implications and Future of the Economy](https://www.el-shai.com/the-central-bank-of-egypt-raises-interest-rates-2/): The Central Bank of Egypt has raised interest rates by 2%, aiming to curb the rapid inflation that has plagued the country. In this article, we will explore the details of this decision and what it means for the economy.
- [Mariam El Khosht and Mohamed Fahim: On Acting and the Emotional Toll of Filming Violent Scenes](https://www.el-shai.com/mariam-el-khosht-mohamed-fahim-omla-nadra/): Acting is an art that demands an immense amount of skill, talent, and dedication. It requires the ability to tap into one&#8217;s emotions and portray complex feelings convincingly. Actors often push themselves to their limits to deliver the best performance possible. However, when it comes to filming violent scenes, the challenges can be particularly overwhelming. Domestic violence, war, and other traumatic events can be emotionally and physically taxing for actors, taking a significant toll on their mental health and well-being both during and after filming. The Emotional Toll of Filming Violent Scenes For actors, the emotional toll of filming violent scenes...
- [Egypt's Population Reaches 104.75 Million: Implications of Rapid Growth and Top Ten Governorates by Population](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-population-reaches-104-75-million/): Egypt's population has reached 104.75 million people within 180 days, with a rapid increase of 750k. Cairo tops the list of governorates with 10.2 million people. The country's rapid population growth brings implications of pressure on resources.
- [From El Harsha El Sab'a – Meet Ahmed Hayman: The Cairo-based Photographer Capturing Authentic Stories Through His Lens](https://www.el-shai.com/el-harsha-el-saba-ahmed-hayman-photographer/): If you&#8217;ve been watching the hit Ramadan series El Harsha El Sab&#8217;a, then you probably noticed photographer Ahmed Hayman&#8216;s cameo in the last episode. If you&#8217;re already familiar with Hayman&#8217;s work, then you probably had a chuckle when he appeared. If not, then you better buckle up, cause he&#8217;s someone you have to know about! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shahid (@shahid.vod) Ahmed Hayman is a highly accomplished photographer based in Cairo, Egypt, who has made a name for himself through his unique and poignant visual storytelling. He has worked on numerous humanitarian projects, capturing the essence...
- [<strong>TikTok's guide to sharing special moments this Ramadan</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-guide-to-sharing-ramadan/): Ramadan is when family and friends gather over iftar and suhoor to celebrate togetherness, and this year TikTok is uniting and reinvigorating communities during the Holy Month by creating special moments and engaging activities on the platform that bring them together both locally and across the globe to engage on a variety of topics, observe key traditions and embrace the Holy Month’s spirit of camaraderie. This year, TikTok is fostering the spirit of innovation and inspiration during the Holy Month with its dedicated Ramadan Effects Tab, where users can create content using animated frames to greet others, perform good deeds everyday...
- [Egypt's Tahya Misr Fund Allocates One Billion EGP to End Waiting Lists for Critical Surgeries](https://www.el-shai.com/end-waiting-lists-for-critical-surgeries/): President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has directed the allocation of one billion Egyptian pounds from the &#8220;Tahya Misr&#8221; fund to support the initiative to end waiting lists for critical surgeries in Egypt. Waiting lists for critical surgeries can be a source of great stress and suffering for patients and their families. Delayed access to treatment can lead to complications and worsening of health conditions, and in some cases, can even result in fatalities. The initiative to end waiting lists for critical surgeries in Egypt is an important step towards ensuring that patients receive timely and high-quality medical care, without the added burden...
- [Banque Misr Ad Sparks Outrage Among Social Media Users – But is the Backlash Even Valid?](https://www.el-shai.com/banque-misr-ad-sparks-outrage/): Banque Misr&#8217;s recent Ramadan ad has caused quite a stir among social media users in Egypt. The ad features popular singers Mahmoud El-Esseily and Hamza Namira and has scenes from a mountainous area that many claimed was &#8220;Mount Moses&#8221; in Sinai. This location is believed to be the same area that witnessed the miracle of &#8220;Prophet Moses&#8217; conversation with God,&#8221; according to sacred texts. However, critics and Twitter users have raised concerns about the use of a holy area in the advertisement. Critics&#8217; Comments Many critics have expressed their rejection of El-Esseily&#8217;s singing and his display over a holy area during...
- [Muzakirat Zoug: A Look at the Difference Between the Book, First Adaptation, and Now!](https://www.el-shai.com/muzakirat-zoug-between-the-book-first-adaptation/): The latest TV drama series, &#8220;Muzakirat Zoug&#8221; (Memoirs of a Husband), has taken the Egyptian television world by storm. The show features Tarek Lotfy, Khaled El-Sawy, and Aisha Ben Ahmed as its lead actors and revolves around the marital and family problems of Raouf, a captain in an airline company, who seeks the help of a psychiatrist to deal with his unhappiness in his life with his wife, Sherine. The show is actually based on a satirical book by the late author Ahmed Bahgat, under the same name. The book highlights the comedic struggles of an Egyptian husband as he tries...
- [Brutal Murder of Volunteer Muezzin in Alexandria, Egypt - Perpetrator Arrested for Adhan Dispute](https://www.el-shai.com/murder-of-volunteer-muezzin-in-alexandria-egypt/): A brutal murder occurred in Alexandria, Egypt when a volunteer muezzin was killed in front of a mosque. The perpetrator committed the heinous act after the victim prevented his father from calling the Adhan. The community is in shock and the authorities have arrested the culprit, but the loss of a beloved community member will be felt for a long time.
- [A Reminder of The Disturbing Allegations Against Egyptian Director Khaled Youssef: A Call for Accountability](https://www.el-shai.com/allegations-against-director-khaled-youssef/): Khaled Youssef, a prominent film director in Egypt, faces allegations of sexual harassment and assault. Despite the serious nature of these allegations, Youssef continues to work on his latest project with industry support. Learn more about the scandal and power dynamics in the entertainment industry.
- [Best Ramadan Tents For the Ultimate 2023 Ramadan Night in Cairo, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-tents-ramadan-2023/): Ramadan nights are back, and so are the Ramadan tents! We got you a quick list of the best Ramadan tents around the city of Cairo, Egypt. Layalina Ramadan Tent Where: Zed Park, Sheikh Zayed, and Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski How to reserve:   For Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, WhatsApp: 01555510018 &#8211; 01501875591For ZED Park, WhatsApp: 01555510016 &#8211; 01501875528 Noisette Where: Mall of Egypt How to reserve: https://www.noisetteexperience.com/ Shahrazat Tent &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; View this post on Instagram &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A post shared by Le Méridien Cairo Airport (@lemeridiencairoairporthotel) Where:&nbsp;Le...
- [Overcoming Eating Disorders During Ramadan: My Personal Journey](https://www.el-shai.com/overcoming-eating-disorders-during-ramadan/): Discover the personal journey of someone who suffers from an eating disorder and how Ramadan triggers it. Learn about different types of eating disorders and their signs.
- [Arwa Gouda Stars in Jazeera Paints latest Campaign Showcasing Luxury and Uniqueness](https://www.el-shai.com/arwa-gouda-jazeera-paints/): Jazeera Paints, the leading paint manufacturer in Saudi Arabia and Middle East, unveils its latest trendsetting and unique products that caters to everyone’s tastes and color preferences. The reveal was done through Jazeera latest campaign starring mega-star Arwa Gouda. With more than 40 years of experience, the new campaign sheds the light on the company’s new slogan of “Color Your Life” introducing a world of colors with the highest quality and latest technologies. This comes in line with the company’s debut in Egypt with over EGP 1.2BN worth of investments aiming to operate 400 stores across Egypt by end of 2023....
- [Egypt's Fashion and Design Council Announces The First-Ever Egypt Fashion Week: Everything You Need To Know About It](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-fashion-week-2023/): The Egyptian Fashion &amp; Design Council (EFDC) has announced the official launch of Egypt Fashion Week (EFW), set to take place from May 12 to 15, 2023. It will celebrate Egypt&#8217;s rich fashion heritage, showcase the country&#8217;s present status, and project a vision and direction for the future. Co-produced by Creative Headz, the Austrian fashion show organizer, EFW events will be supported by logistics partner Launchmetrics. F2F Agency is responsible for the fashion shows&#8217; organization, while the event&#8217;s head stylist will be Julie Matos, and renowned Egyptian artist Hossam Dirar will design EFW&#8217;s invitations and the official posters. The objective of...
- [El Beit Magazine Launches She is the Future Initiative to Celebrate Women's Day](https://www.el-shai.com/el-beit-magazine-she-is-the-future-initiative/): The El Beit magazine has announced a new initiative, &#8220;She is the Future,&#8221; in celebration of both Egyptian and International Women&#8217;s Day. The initiative aims to recognize and celebrate the significant role of women in society, particularly in the world of art and design. The Importance of Women&#8217;s Perspectives in Art and Design Women artists and creators have played a crucial role in pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the world of art and design. Their unique perspectives have inspired others to embrace their own creativity and innovation, leading to new ideas and perspectives. Empowering Women in All Fields...
- [Eterna Bellezza: The Embassy of Italy in Cairo Launches Design Competition in Collaboration with Cairo Design Week (CDW) and Young Architects Competition (YAC)](https://www.el-shai.com/eterna-bellezza-embassy-of-italy-in-cairo-cdw-yac/): The Embassy of Italy in Cairo, in partnership with Cairo Design Week (CDW) and Young Architects Competition (YAC), has recently announced the launch of an international design competition titled &#8220;Eterna Bellezza &#8211; Eternal Beauty.&#8221; The competition aims to discover and showcase the talents of young Italian and Egyptian designers, with a focus on creating objects inspired by the common trait of Egyptian and Italian creative expression &#8211; the ambition for eternity. The winners of the competition will receive cash prizes and have the opportunity to showcase their designs at the second edition of the Cairo Design Week, scheduled for November 2023....
- [The Tea with Gofran Mohamed - الشاي مع غفران محمد](https://www.el-shai.com/gofran-mohamed-%d8%ba%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%86-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af/): Join us for our chat with the multitalented Egyptian singer and actress Gofran Mohamed as she spills the tea about her experience in the industry and how she overcame the challenges she faced at the beginning of her career. We will also dive into the challenges she faced in the fields of singing and acting, which is a big issue that many people in the industry face. Furthermore, we will discuss her captivating role in the hit series &#8220;Dahab&#8221; and talk about her upcoming projects that will be presented during Ramadan. In this episode, we will listen to Gofran&#8217;s experience, get...
- [Egyptian Metro Announces Extended Operating Hours for Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-metro-extended-operating-hours/): The Egyptian Company for Managing and Operating the Metro has adjusted the train operating hours for Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. Starting tomorrow, trains will run earlier and later to accommodate passengers' transportation needs. Check the updated schedules to avoid delays.
- [Minor Earthquake Hits Aswan Governorate in Southern Egypt: No Damage Reported](https://www.el-shai.com/earthquake-aswan-egypt/): An earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale hit Egypt's Aswan Governorate, with no reported casualties or property damage. The National Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics is monitoring the situation and assures citizens of the region's safety.
- [Last-Minute Mother's Day Gift Ideas You Can Find in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/last-minute-mothers-day-gift-ideas-in-cairo/): Don't panic if you forgot about Mother's Day! There's still time to show your appreciation with these last-minute gift ideas. From same-day flower delivery to a personalized DIY project, we've got you covered. Check out our suggestions and make your mom feel loved and appreciated.
- [5 Ways Businesses in Egypt Can Drive Sales This Ramadan Via WhatsApp](https://www.el-shai.com/businesses-in-egypt-sales-this-ramadan-whatsapp/): As Ramadan approaches, businesses are turning to WhatsApp to stay connected with customers. With 66% of people globally preferring to message a business than email them, it's important to create a great messaging experience. Here are 5 WhatsApp strategies to keep your business on track and drive sales during Ramadan.
- [President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Empowers Women with New Decisions for Gender Equality in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/el-sisi-decisions-for-gender-equality-in-egypt/): Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi affirms his commitment to promoting women's rights, recognizing their unique qualities and announcing decisions to support gender equality.
- [El Sisi Raises Income Tax Exemption Limit in Egypt to Ease Burden on Low-Income Citizens](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-president-raises-income-tax-exemption-limit/): President Abdel Fattah El Sisi has directed the government to increase the Income Tax Exemption Limit in Egypt from EGP 24,000 to EGP 36,000, according to a statement released by the Egyptian presidency on March 19th. This directive was issued during a meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Finance Minister Mohamed Maait to discuss the draft budget for the upcoming fiscal year 2023/2024. Prominent Indicators of the Draft Budget During the meeting, Finance Minister Mohamed Maait briefed President El-Sisi on the most prominent final indicators of the draft budget, which aims to achieve a GDP growth rate of 5%, a...
- [Ahmed Abd El Wahab Finds Love with Mayan El Sayed in Alf Hamdela Al Salama](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-abd-el-wahab-mayan-el-sayed-alf-hamdela-al-salama/): Get ready for the ultimate romantic comedy experience with the newest series, Alf Hamdela Al Salama, featuring the talented actor Ahmed Abd El Wahab as Officer Hossam, who uses his expertise to solve various crises. Alf Hamdela Al Salama, produced by El Adl Group, is written by Mohamed Zu Al Faqqar and directed by Amr Salah, and will be exclusively aired on CBC channel and WATCH IT platform during the Ramadan 2023 season. Joining Ahmed Abd El Wahab in Alf Hamdela Al Salama is the beautiful actress Mayan El Sayed, who portrays his love interest in the show. The plot revolves...
- [Abdeen Court Sentences Aish w Malh's Cat Killer to Six Months in Prison](https://www.el-shai.com/aish-w-malhs-cat-killer-to-six-months-in-prison/): On Saturday, March 18, the Abdeen Court issued a verdict against the accused Ahmed Nabil, who deliberately killed a cat at the &#8220;Aish w Malh&#8221; restaurant, sentencing him to six months in prison. The incident that shook the conscience of the Egyptian people began when a cat entered the &#8220;Aish w Malh&#8221; restaurant in search of food. Suddenly, one of the workers, the accused, violently grabbed the cat to remove it from the restaurant, amid the customers&#8217; indignation who rebuked him for treating her in this manner. However, he insisted on his actions and threw her in the middle of the...
- [Hope for Peace: Israeli and Palestinian Officials Meet in Egypt to Ease Tensions](https://www.el-shai.com/israeli-palestinian-officials-meet-egypt/): Israeli and Palestinian officials have met in Egypt to discuss ways to ease tensions between the two sides. The meeting, which was held in Sharm El-Shiekh, was the first of its kind in several months, and comes amid a recent spike in violence between Israelis and Palestinians. The officials discussed a range of issues, including the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the status of Jerusalem, and the possibility of restarting peace negotiations. Ahmed Abu Zeid, the official spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that a five-party meeting will be held today, Sunday, March 19th, in the city of Sharm El-Sheikh,...
- [Updates on Shenouda's Custody Battle Case: Egyptian Court Declines to Rule in the Lawsuit](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-custody-battle-shenouda/): On Saturday, an administrative court declined to rule in a lawsuit brought by an Egyptian Christian couple seeking to regain custody of their five-year-old adopted son, Shenouda. The court cited a lack of jurisdiction on the subject matter, stating that it was not within its power to either return the boy to his adoptive parents or overturn the decision by the authorities to assign him to the Islamic faith. Shenouda&#8217;s case sparked controversy and public outcry in late 2022 when authorities removed him from his parents amid a family dispute over inheritance. A relative of Shenouda&#8217;s adoptive father filed a report...
- [Everything you Need to Know About El Gouna Film Festival's Film Submissions for its 6th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-2023-submit-film/): Lights, camera, action! The El Gouna Film Festival is back and accepting submissions for its highly anticipated 6th edition, scheduled to take place from October 12 to 20, 2023, in the stunning location of El Gouna. As one of the leading festivals in the MENA region, El Gouna Film Festival offers filmmakers the opportunity to showcase their work to a passionate and knowledgeable audience. With a balanced combination of premieres, international competitions, live music shows, and star-studded red carpets, the festival has gained recognition as a showcase for the finest cinematic works. So, are you a filmmaker looking for a platform...
- [Reducing Food Waste During Ramadan: Understanding Its Impact and Taking Action](https://www.el-shai.com/reducing-food-waste-during-ramadan/): Learn about the impact of food waste during Ramadan and the steps we can take to reduce it. Food waste has significant financial and environmental consequences.
- [Mentally Preparing for Ramadan: 5 Tips for Setting Realistic Goals and Planning Ahead](https://www.el-shai.com/mentally-preparing-for-ramadan/): Get ready for Ramadan by mentally preparing yourself with tips from El-Shai. Set realistic goals, plan ahead, and make the most out of this holy month.
- [Ahmed Dawood Takes the Lead in First 3D Arabic Movie 'Youm 13'](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-dawood-3d-arabic-movie-youm-13/): Ahmed Dawood, Egyptian cinema's preeminent figure, is set to star in the first 3D Arabic movie, "Youm 13," which promises to be a hit during the Eid al-Fitr season. The film's intriguing plot and talented production team make it a must-watch for cinema enthusiasts.
- [<strong>Spotify Celebrates Arab Women Creators in Its First Anniversary for Equal Arabia</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-celebrates-arab-women-equal-arabia/): Women&#8217;s rights have been deeply rooted in music for decades, especially for women who turned to music to express their minds. To celebrate women at full volume, Spotify launched its EQUAL Arabia Music Program last year on Women&#8217;s International Day to spotlight Arab women artists all year round, from the emerging to the established. A year after the launch of EQUAL Arabia, EQUAL&#8217;s inaugural Ambassadors were added to over 1.5 million user-generated playlists and 1000+ editorial playlists beyond EQUAL. The program has supported 12 Arab Ambassadors, the latest being the Tunisian superstar Oumaima Taleb for March. New fans across borders share...
- [An Open Letter to Amir Teima: Till When Will The Entertainment Industry Support Rapists and Perverts?](https://www.el-shai.com/an-open-letter-to-amir-teima-support-rapists/): A recent collaboration between the rapist Saad Lamjarred and Lebanese singer Elissa has sparked controversy among the public, who are demanding that their song &#8220;Min Awel Dekika&#8221; be removed from streaming. However, it seems that the writer of the song, Amir Teima, is unwilling to join the chorus of voices calling for the song&#8217;s removal. Amir Teima has expressed his support for Lamjarred in the face of mounting criticism. In a recent interview, Teima defended his decision to work with the Moroccan artist, citing his belief in Lamjarred&#8217;s talent and character. Teima&#8217;s comments have sparked a backlash among those who believe that Lamjarred&#8217;s...
- [Traces of Egypt: The Grand Egyptian Museum's First Contemporary Art Exhibition Featuring Susan Hefuna](https://www.el-shai.com/traces-of-egypt-grand-egyptian-museum-susan-hefuna/): Discover the Traces of Egypt exhibition at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) featuring artist Susan Hefuna. 28 dresses made of Egyptian cotton with connected dots and lines inspired by Egypt’s past are on display, paying tribute to the ancient Egyptian tradition of Khayamiya. Book a guided tour at www.visit-gem.com to experience Egypt’s rich heritage and cultural transformation.
- [UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Rejects Greece's Plea for Parthenon Marbles Return, Sparking Outrage and Impacting Egypt's Artifacts Repatriation Campaign](https://www.el-shai.com/parthenon-marbles-egypts-artifacts-repatriation/): Despite Greece&#8217;s persistent appeals for the return of the Parthenon Marbles, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has decided to keep them in the British Museum in London. The move has sparked outrage among Greek officials and cultural heritage advocates worldwide.&nbsp; Sunak&#8217;s decision, however, will greatly impact Egyptians, as the British Museum holds several Egyptian artifacts with an ongoing campaign for their repatriation. Sunak&#8217;s Decision: The UK&#8217;s Assertion of Ownership In his announcement, Sunak emphasized the UK&#8217;s long-standing care of the marbles and their value as a &#8220;huge asset&#8221; to the country. He also noted that the British Museum had taken steps...
- [Everything You Think Is Wrong Day: Why You Should Challenge Your Assumptions](https://www.el-shai.com/everything-you-think-is-wrong-day/): Get ready for a mind-bending experience on March 15, 2023, known as "Everything You Think Is Wrong Day". Learn about the origins and benefits of this wacky holiday that celebrates critical thinking and embracing new perspectives. Admitting you're wrong can be liberating, so let's dive in!
- [Equal Pay Day in Egypt: Addressing the Gender Wage Gap Crisis](https://www.el-shai.com/equal-pay-day-in-egypt-gender-wage-gap-crisis/): Observing Equal Pay Day on March 14th, we shed light on the gender pay gap in Egypt. Women earn 34.9% less than men on average, making the country's wage gap among the highest in the world. Read on for more facts. #EqualPayDay #GenderPayGap #Egypt
- [Major General Fouad Al-Shobaki, Oldest Palestinian Political Prisoner, Finally Released After 17 Years of Israeli Detention](https://www.el-shai.com/palestinian-prisoner-fouad-al-shobaki-released/): After 17 years in Israeli detention, Major General Fouad Al-Shobaki, the oldest Palestinian political prisoner, is finally released. Learn more about his story and why he was detained in this article. #Palestine #PoliticalPrisoner #FouadAlShobaki
- [Experience Action-Packed Series El-Kateeba 101 This Ramadan!](https://www.el-shai.com/action-packed-series-el-kateeba-101-this-ramadan/): The countdown for the highly anticipated Ramadan series &#8220;El-Kateeba 101&#8221; has begun. Produced by a leading production house, the show has released its teaser promo, leaving viewers thrilled and excited for what&#8217;s to come. A Glimpse of the Show The teaser promo of El-Kateeba 101 features breathtaking action-packed scenes of army officers, Amr Youssef and Asser Yassin, facing terrorist attacks and extremist gatherings. The adrenaline-filled and suspenseful atmosphere of the promo makes it clear that the show is not one to miss. The show&#8217;s plot is expected to attract a wide audience as it revolves around the success of the Kateeba...
- [<strong>Honored Traditions, a Mother’s Day collection by Azza Fahmy Jewellery</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/honored-traditions-a-mothers-day-collection-azza-fahmy-jewellery/): Celebrating the irreplaceable bond between mother and child, Azza Fahmy launches a collection paying tribute to the mothers and mother figures in our lives. Amina Ghali fashions a four-piece capsule collection with the brand&#8217;s signature techniques, comprised of a matching necklace and bracelet set, earrings, and a ring. The Endearment necklace and bracelet feature interlinked dimensional floral motifs and circular shapes, adorned with &#8220;حب&#8221; &#8212; &#8220;مودة&#8221; &#8212; &#8220;رحمة&#8221; &#8212; &#8220;Love&#8221; &#8212; &#8220;Endearment&#8221; &#8212; &#8220;Mercy.&#8221; These sentimental inscriptions symbolize a mother’s affection and devotion. Botanic motifs appear in the Floral Stud Earrings, a timeless pair of handcrafted studs that can be stacked...
- [The Oscars' Champaign Carpet: Worst Creative Decision We've Seen in A While](https://www.el-shai.com/oscars-champaign-carpet/): The Oscars are switching things up this year and ditching their traditional red carpet for a champagne-colored one: The Champaign Carpet! The decision was announced right before the show, and no one had time to adjust their dresses to fit. Just ask Jamie Lee Curtis. The Oscars are switching things up this year and ditching their traditional red carpet for a champagne-colored one! The decision was announced right before the show, and no one had time to adjust their dresses to fit. Just ask Jamie Lee Curtis. The decision to switch things up came from creative consultants Lisa Love and Raúl...
- [Cracking the Rumor: Egg Powder Will Not be Replacing Fresh Eggs in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/cracking-the-rumor-egg-powder-will-not-be-replacing-fresh-eggs-in-egypt/): Rumors have recently spread in Egypt that the government is planning to replace regular eggs with powdered eggs, causing controversy among citizens. This comes at a time when the prices of regular eggs have skyrocketed, with a carton of red eggs reaching 104 EGP, white eggs at 101 EGP, and local eggs at 108 EGP. Reports by news outlets and social media users claim that powdered eggs are cheaper than regular eggs by a significant margin. However, the Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture has confirmed that powdered eggs cannot replace regular eggs, and they are not intended for consumption as boiled eggs...
- [Dolato & Dirty Cookie: The Perfect Collaboration for Your Sweet Tooth](https://www.el-shai.com/dolato-dirty-cookie-collaborate/): Attention all sweet-toothed individuals, we&#8217;ve got some exciting news that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Dolato Gelateria and LA-SOURCED, Dirty Cookie have teamed up to bring you a one-of-a-kind collaboration that will make your sweet dreams come true. Yes, you read that right, these two competitors have put their rivalry aside and have joined forces to create the ultimate dessert experience. It&#8217;s like Batman and Superman working together to save the world, except in this case, it&#8217;s ice cream and cookies coming together to save your sweet cravings. Dolato &amp; Dirty Cookie: A Sweet Surprise on Women’s Day...
- [Want to be an Egyptian? Here are the New Rules to Obtain the Egyptian Citizenship](https://www.el-shai.com/new-rules-to-obtain-the-egyptian-citizenship/): The Egyptian Prime Minister, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, has issued a decree amending some of the conditions and procedures for granting Egyptian citizenship to foreign investors. The official Egyptian newspaper published the decree, numbered 876 for the year 2023, to ease the conditions for granting citizenship to foreigners and to increase the influx of foreign currency into Egypt. The decree specifies several cases for granting Egyptian citizenship to foreigners, including: Egypt will allow the installment of the amount within one year on the condition that citizenship is not granted until the full installments are paid. Suppose the applicant fails to pay the...
- [Belly Dancers and Superheroes: A Look at a Child's Mind with Trailer of The Film Sa'et Egaba](https://www.el-shai.com/trailer-of-the-film-saet-egaba/): Are you ready for an adventure like no other? Look no further than Sa&#8217;et Egaba, the upcoming film that promises to take you on a wild ride through strange worlds and interesting situations. In SA&#8217;ET EGABA’s recently released teaser trailer, the child Selim embarks on strange adventures in search of his ideal world, turning his life upside down and raising the question: To what lengths will we go to in order to find our way back home? While Selim’s mother in the trailer says: &#8220;there is order in this house,&#8221; we can see that nothing about the events of this movie...
- [Egypt's National Telecom Regulatory Authority denies rumors of suspension of electronic wallet service](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-ntra-electronic-wallet-service/): The media center of the Egyptian cabinet announced that the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) had denied rumors circulating on WhatsApp about the suspension of electronic wallet services provided by telecommunications companies indefinitely. The regulatory authority confirmed that the rumors are baseless and that the electronic wallet service works normally and without any obstacles for all telecommunications companies. What is the electronic wallet service? The electronic wallet is a digital payment method that allows users to make transactions and payments through their mobile devices without needing physical cash. Many telecommunications companies in Egypt provide this service, which has become a popular...
- [Alicia Keys Stands with Female Arabic Musicians on Spotify EQUAL's One-Year Anniversary](https://www.el-shai.com/alicia-keys-spotify-equals-one-year-anniversary/): The soulful songstress Alicia Keys has sent a heartfelt message of support to all the female Arabic musicians out there, and we couldn&#8217;t be more thrilled. In honor of this year&#8217;s International Women&#8217;s Day, Alicia Keys took to social media to send a special shoutout to all the talented women in the Arab music scene. In her message, she praised the incredible artistry and creativity of these women, and encouraged them to keep making beautiful music that inspires and uplifts audiences around the world. But that&#8217;s not all &#8211; Alicia also took the opportunity to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Spotify...
- [<strong>iOS 16.4:</strong>&nbsp;Your Ultimate Guide to Apple's Latest Update!](https://www.el-shai.com/ios-16-4-ultimate-guide-to-apples-latest-update/): Apple has just released the beta version of iOS 16.4, and plenty of new features exist to explore! From sign-in improvements to RSR enhancements, this update promises to make our lives easier and more enjoyable. Let&#8217;s take a closer look at some of the most exciting new features in iOS 16.4. Sign in with a Different Apple ID Have you ever wanted to use a different Apple ID for a specific app or service? Well, now you can! With iOS 16.4, you can sign in with a separate Apple ID without having to switch between accounts constantly. This new feature is...
- [Sports Queens: 9 Egyptian Women and Athletes Making History](https://www.el-shai.com/sports-9-egyptian-women-athletes-making-history/): International Women&#8217;s Day is a special time to recognize the accomplishments of women across the world, and Egyptian women in sports have certainly made their mark. These incredible athletes have shattered barriers and proven that nothing can stand in the way of their passion for sports. Let&#8217;s celebrate and get inspired by the following 9 Egyptian women in sports: Nour El Sherbini, Raneem El Welily &#8211; The Squash Sensations Nour El Sherbini is one of the greatest female squash players of all time, and her achievements are nothing short of legendary. She became the youngest-ever world champion in squash at the...
- [The Rahet Bally Experience: Celebrating Inspiring Women at Wonder Mama Around The World Event](https://www.el-shai.com/the-rahet-bally-experience-wonder-mama-around-the-world/): The Rahet Bally Experience, in its sixth edition, is set to take place on March 11th, 2023 at Zed Park in Sheikh Zayed City, Egypt. This year&#8217;s event is titled &#8220;Wonder Mama Around The World&#8220;, with special sponsorship from the National Council for Women and the Ministry of Youth and Sports. The festival&#8217;s name is inspired by pioneering women from around the world, such as Umm Kulthum, Huda Shaarawi, Jaja Wachuku, Zaha Hadid, Coco Chanel, Yayoi Kusama, Mother Teresa, and Maria Montessori. Attendees will walk through passages that showcase models of these inspiring women with brief descriptions of their accomplishments. The...
- [Serry Beach Resort: The Oasis of Serenity and Sustainability in the Heart of Hurghada](https://www.el-shai.com/serry-beach-resort-hurghada/): Are you ready to embark on a journey of relaxation, adventure and authenticity like never before? Then mark your calendars for the 1st of April, 2023, because Serry Beach Resort is ready to welcome you with open arms! Located right at the center of Hurghada’s bustling touristic promenade, this beachfront property is the ultimate destination for anyone seeking a truly unforgettable vacation. And with 453 scenic accommodations to choose from, including penthouse, signature and up to four-bedroom suites, you&#8217;ll be spoilt for choice! But Serry Beach Resort is more than just a pretty face &#8211; it&#8217;s a place where human connection,...
- [Double the Dash, Double the Fun: Ahmed Dash Takes on Two Roles in Ramadan 2023 Race!](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-dash-takes-on-two-roles-in-ramadan-2023-race/): Get ready for a double dose of Ahmed Dash in the upcoming Ramadan 2023 race! The talented star will be gracing our screens with not one, but two exciting dramas &#8211; Jafar El Omda and Al Sandooq (Mystery Box). In Jafar El Omda, Dash plays the role of Seif, son of the legendary Mohammad Ramadan. The star-studded cast also includes Zeina, Hala Sedqy, Menna Fadaly, Eman El Assi, May Kassab, Esam Al Saqqa, Manzer Rayahneh, Doaa Hakam, and Bayoumi Fouad. The series is written and directed by the multi-talented Mohammad Samy. Meanwhile, in Al Sandooq (Mystery Box), Dash takes on the...
- [Spotify promotes Essam Sasa's latest single on Spotify Camp Nou LED boards](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-promotes-essam-sasas-camp-nou-led-boards/): Earlier this week, Spotify gave a global stage to Egyptian artist Essam Sasa by showcasing his latest single, &#8220;Yalla Nedy Lely Baana Bosa&#8220;, during the La Liga FC Barcelona game. The pitchside LED boards were used to promote the Egyptian artist&#8217;s work alongside De La Soul, Ruel and Gorillaz throughout the match at the Spotify Camp Nou this Sunday (March 5). Considered one of the fastest-rising artists to come out of the region recently, Essam Sasa has grown over 4000% in Spotify streams in the past three years. Since his debut, fans have added Sasa&#8217;s songs to 380,000 user playlists. In...
- [Kamel El Aadad: A Look At Dina El Sherbiny's Upcoming Ramadan Series](https://www.el-shai.com/kamel-el-aadad-dina-el-sherbinys-ramadan-series/): In a shocking revelation, it turns out that Egyptian actress Dina El Sherbiny is both married and single at the same time!&nbsp; That&#8217;s right folks, according to the trailer of her upcoming Ramadan series &#8220;Kamel El Aadad,&#8221; Dina El Sherbiny will be playing the role of Leila Teimour, a woman amid a love story while also dealing with the woes of getting married at a young age.&nbsp; The series promises to be full of surprises about her married life and her adorable little ones. The series will tell the story of Leila Taymour, played by Dina, who finds herself caught in...
- [Boycott 'Aish and Malh': Holding Businesses Accountable for Acts of Cruelty Against Animals](https://www.el-shai.com/boycott-aish-and-malh-cruelty-against-animals/): The killing of a cat by an employee of the popular restaurant &#8220;Aish and Malh&#8221; in Downtown, Cairo has sparked a wave of outrage and calls for a boycott on social media. The incident, in which the cat was deliberately thrown under a car, has been widely shared on Facebook, with many expressing shock and disgust at the cruel act. Eyewitnesses recounted the incident on social media. One user stated that the cat was only three months old and had entered the restaurant through a window, innocently walking around the tables while people were laughing and playing with her. However, the...
- [Renowned Egyptian Singer Sherifa Fadel Dies, Leaving a Lasting Musical Legacy](https://www.el-shai.com/renowned-egyptian-singer-sherifa-fadel-dies/): The family of Egyptian singer Sherifa Fadel announced that she passed away after being absent from the music scene for decades, but the echoes of her songs remained present in the hearts of her fans. Her nephew Tarek Nada wrote on his Facebook page: &#8220;My aunt, the mother of the late artist Sherifa Fadel, has passed away, and her funeral prayer will be held at Al-Sayeda Nafisa Mosque after Asr prayer, and her burial will be in the family cemetery.&#8221; Who is Sherifa Fadel? She was born in Cairo in the 1930s under Foukia Mahmoud Ahmed Nada. Her mother played a...
- [HoggPool Scam: A Warning Against Fraudulent Online Investment Schemes](https://www.el-shai.com/hoggpool-scam/): The rise of online scams has made it more challenging for people to discern legitimate investment opportunities from fraudulent ones. One such fraudulent scheme that has made headlines is the HoggPool scam, which surprised many investors and left them with significant financial losses.&nbsp; We&#8217;ll take you through the timeline of events leading up to the HoggPool scam and the lessons we can learn from it. What is HoggPool? HoggPool was a website that claimed to use advanced trading algorithms to generate high customer returns.&nbsp; While the exact launch date for the platform is unknown, the first listing of Hoogpool online was...
- [Celebrating the Birthday of Muhammad Ali Pasha: The Paradoxical Leader of Egypt's Modernization](https://www.el-shai.com/birthday-muhammad-ali-pasha-paradoxical-leader/): As we commemorate the birthday of Muhammad Ali Pasha, it is important to recognize the paradoxical nature of his leadership.&nbsp; On one hand, he is celebrated for his transformative efforts to modernize Egypt&#8217;s economy, infrastructure, military, and education.  On the other hand, his authoritarian style of leadership, suppression of political dissent, and policies that led to increased inequality and dependence on foreign powers are subject to criticism. This article explores both the positive and negative aspects of Muhammad Ali Pasha&#8217;s leadership, highlighting his accomplishments in modernization, infrastructure, military strength, education, and diplomacy, as well as the negative consequences of his policies,...
- [The Truth Behind Wegz's Ban in Egypt: Wegz Did Not Sign Censorship Agreement](https://www.el-shai.com/wegz-ban-in-egypt-censorship-agreement/): Egyptian musician and member of the Musicians Syndicate council, Helmy Abdel Baky, recently revealed the truth behind the rumors regarding the ban on singer Wegz from performing in Egypt. According to Abdel Baky, Wegz has yet to attend any Musicians Syndicate meetings or sign the decisions taken regarding festival and rap singers, which means he can only sing in Egypt if he signs. Abdel Baky, speaking on the &#8220;Spotlight&#8221; program on the &#8220;Sada Elbalad&#8221; channel presented by Sherine Suleiman, stated that Wegz has not attended any meetings with the Musicians Syndicate and has been performing several concerts outside of Egypt. However,...
- [Salma Abu Deif Set to Take on New Role in Al-Maddah 3 This Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/salma-abu-deif-al-maddah-3-this-ramadan/): Last Ramadan, Salma Abu Deif was the talk of the town with her role in Rag&#8217;een ya Hawa, and this Ramadan, she&#8217;s set to take on a brand new role in the upcoming series, Al-Maddah 3.  Al-Maddah 3: A New Challenge for Salma For the first time ever, Salma will be portraying a woman from Upper Egypt, a departure from the roles she has played in the past. The series revolves around smugglers who transport illegal goods across the borders of Egypt and Sudan.&nbsp; To prepare for the role, Salma spent time researching the culture and traditions of Upper Egypt, as well...
- [Moroccan football star Achraf Hakimi faces criminal investigation in France over rape allegations](https://www.el-shai.com/achraf-hakimi-rape-allegations/): Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defender Achraf Hakimi is officially facing a criminal investigation in France over an allegation of rape made against him. The accusation was reported to the police by a 24-year-old woman on Sunday, and prosecutors subsequently questioned Hakimi on Thursday. According to the French newspaper Le Parisien, the victim claimed that the incident occurred on February 25 at Hakimi&#8217;s home while his wife and children were on vacation. She alleged that the contact between her and the footballer was initiated through social media on January 16 and that he had paid for her to visit him at home. &#8220;He...
- [Egypt's President El-Sisi Announces Minimum Wage Increase and Pension Hike](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-president-el-sisi-minimum-wage-increase/): President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has recently announced a social package to address the ramifications of the global economic circumstances in Egypt. During an event in Minya to honor outstanding Egyptians as part of his tour of Decent Life projects in the Upper Egypt governorate, El-Sisi announced the following measures: The minimum wage for government employees was last raised in October 2022 from EGP 2,700 to EGP 3,000. The president emphasized that this social package is aimed at alleviating the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war and the COVID-19 pandemic. El-Sisi&#8217;s visit to the Upper Egypt governorate of Minya was to inspect the...
- [Fan of Pedro Pascal? Here’s where else you can watch him on Disney+!](https://www.el-shai.com/pedro-pascal-where-else-you-can-watch-him-disney/): Pedro Pascal has taken the world by storm. Thanks to his extraordinary acting talent and charismatic personality, it’s no wonder the award-winning Chilean-American actor has become a household name. Ahead of the season three premiere of Star Wars: The Mandalorian on March 1, we did a roundup of where else you can catch Pedro on Disney+. From more recent hits, like playing The Mandalorian himself, to breakout roles and lesser-known gems, like Buffy the Vampire Slayer (who knew?), there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, whether you’re a longtime fan or looking to jump on the bandwagon, here’s where to watch...
- [Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources announces increase in fuel prices in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/ministry-of-petroleum-fuel-prices-in-egypt/): An unexpected fuel price increase took place in Egypt on March 2, 2023, as announced by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources. The prices of gasoline and diesel had been stable since July 2022, but the fluctuations in Brent crude oil prices and the exchange rate of the Egyptian pound against the US dollar led to the sudden increase. Before the increase of fuel prices in Egypt, they were as follows: EGP 8 per liter for 80-octane gasolineEGP 9.25 per liter for 92-octane gasolineEGP 10.75 per liter for 95-octane gasolineEGP 7.25 per liter for diesel and kerosene However, after the...
- [New Discovery: 9-meter-long Tunnel Found in Khufu Pyramid](https://www.el-shai.com/9-meter-long-tunnel-found-in-khufu-pyramid/): Egypt&#8217;s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced on Thursday the discovery of a 9-meter-long and 2-meter-wide tunnel in the north face of the Khufu Pyramid. The Supreme Council of Antiquities reported that the &#8220;Scan Pyramids&#8221; project revealed the existence of a passage inside the Khufu Pyramid, which is likely intended to reduce the weight of the structure. The Scan Pyramids project began in 2015, collaborating with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, the Faculty of Engineering at Cairo University, and the Heritage, Innovation, and Preservation Institute (HIP) in Paris. The project utilizes advanced scanning techniques, such as muon radiography and cosmic-ray...
- [Michael Kaiser Begins 8-Month Training Program with U.S. Embassy in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/michael-kaiser-u-s-embassy-cairo/): The U.S. Embassy in Cairo recently announced its partnership with the DeVos Institute for Arts and Cultural Management at the University of Maryland to mentor Egyptian arts and cultural administrators. The program will take place over the next eight months. Michael Kaiser, Chairman of the DeVos Institute and President Emeritus of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, will conduct five training seminars on arts and cultural management. Building Capacity in Egyptian Arts and Cultural Administrators The program aims to enhance the capacity of Egyptian arts and cultural administrators by providing instruction on strategic planning, marketing, audience development, revenue...
- [Red Bull All Access: Your Chance to Meet Your Favorite Athlete](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-all-access-meet-your-favorite-athlete/): Red Bull Egypt is offering you the chance to meet your favorite athlete and win other prizes through the Red Bull All Access competition. Participate by answering questions about your favorite athlete and be one of the winners of Red Bull prizes. Red Bull Egypt features athletes in various sports, and now you have the opportunity to meet your favorite athlete among: Competition System: You can participate in the competition by answering questions about your favorite athlete. Questions specific to the athlete will appear, and all you have to do is choose the correct answer as quickly as possible through this...
- [Mosafer Anta: The First Music Collaboration Between Hisham Kharma And Lena Chamamyan](https://www.el-shai.com/mosafer-anta-hisham-kharma-lena-chamamyan/): Music composer &amp; producer Hisham Kharma has released his new song ‘Mosafer Anta’ on all music platforms, which marks the first collaboration with singer Lena Chamamyan, who also wrote the lyrics. ‘Mosafer Anta’ is composed by Kharma and Chamamyan, arranged by Kharma, and produced by KharmaWorks. For the first time in Egypt, Kharma used in ‘Mosafer Anta’ the Dolby Atmos technology, which took three months of work. “I am very excited to collaborate with Lena, who has a unique voice. Also, the Dolby Atmos technology helped me to create a surround sound to make the audience feel like they were part...
- [El Harsha El Sabaa: Another Ramadan Hit by the Team of Khali Balak Men Zizi](https://www.el-shai.com/el-harsha-el-sabaa-ramadan-khali-balak-men-zizi/): It might feel like a Ramadan 2021’s Khali Balak Men Zizi déjà vu, but it’s a much-needed one! The Ramadan drama marathon is closing in with lots of thrilling shows coming our way. One of the most prominent dramas to anticipate is Shahid’s El Harsha El Sabaa. Let us tell you everything you need to know about El Harsha El Sabaa. From Khali Balak Men Zizi and Into El Harsha El Sabaa Both TV shows are directed by Karim El Shenawy and written by Mariam Naoum. From the cast of Khali Balak Men Zizi; Amina Khalil, Aly Kassem, and Asmaa Galal...
- [<strong>Two Films Produced by Adolf El Assal Compete at the Luxembourg City Film Festival</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/adolf-el-assal-luxembourg-city-film-festival/): Through his production company Wady Films, director/producer Adolf El Assal takes part in the Luxembourg City Film Festival with two films; Fair and Arman &amp; Elisa. The two films are landing their world premiere at the film festival, which will be held from 2 to 12 March 2023. Fair tells the story of the fifteen-year-old Amara, who claims to have been assaulted at a party but is opposed by a vicious dynamic claiming she is not a victim. The events of Arman &amp; Elisa follow a boy who moves to Luxembourg with his family and is confronted with the difficulties of being...
- [Gihan El Shamashergy: Set to Star in Two Upcoming Ramadan Series](https://www.el-shai.com/gihan-el-shamashergy-upcoming-ramadan-series/): The rising Egyptian actress Gihan El Shamashergy is set to star in two highly anticipated series in the upcoming Ramadan season. One of these series, &#8220;Muzakerat Zawg&#8221; (A Husband&#8217;s Memoirs), has already begun filming, and fans are eagerly waiting for its release in Ramadan 2023. The series is based on the novel of the same name by Ahmed Bahgat, and it explores the realities of married life and the conflicts that arise between couples. What makes this drama unique is that it takes a different approach by showcasing the struggles of three different generations of couples. The script is written by...
- [<strong>PC Game Pass Preview is Available for Insiders in 40 New Countries, including Egypt</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/pc-game-pass-preview-egypt/): Xbox today announced that PC Game Pass, Xbox’s monthly gaming membership, is expanding its preview to 40 new countries for the first time ever, including Egypt. Beginning Tuesday, February 28 Insiders can sign up for the PC Game Pass Preview giving them immediate access to a library of hundreds of high-quality PC games on Windows, including new Xbox Game Studios releases on day one, iconic Bethesda games, an EA Play membership, and member-only benefits in Riot games. “As a part of our mission to expand the joy and community of gaming to every player in the world, we’re excited to announce...
- [Saudi Arabian Model Amira Al-Zuhair Makes History at Dolce & Gabbana Runway Show](https://www.el-shai.com/saudi-arabian-model-amira-al-zuhair-dolce-gabbana/): Saudi model Amira Al-Zuhair made history at Milan Fashion Week by becoming the first Saudi Arabian model to walk for the prestigious Italian luxury label Dolce &amp; Gabbana. Amira Al-Zuhair took the runway by storm, sporting an all-black, bold, and edgy look. Who is Amira Al-Zuhair? Amira Al-Zuhair&#8217;s background uniquely blends European and Middle Eastern cultures. She was born in Paris to a French mother and a Saudi father but grew up in London. Her family frequently traveled between the UK and Saudi Arabia, which gave her a strong cultural and emotional attachment to the Kingdom. Despite growing up in Europe,...
- [Ahmed Ahmed and Maz Jobrani to Return to Egypt for Live Stand-up Shows](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-ahmed-maz-jobrani-egypt-live-stand-up-shows/): Fans of stand-up comedy in Cairo are in for a treat as two of the funniest comedians on the circuit are set to perform in the city in the coming weeks, where two of the best Middle-Eastern comedians will be having live shows for the first time in decades – Maz Jobrani and Ahmed Ahmed! On the 4th of March, Maz Jobrani, the well-known Iranian-American comedian, will perform in the Marquee Theatre at Cairo Festival City. The show promises to be a hilarious night of laughter, with Jobrani&#8217;s unique blend of humor that will surely put audiences in stitches. While on...
- [<strong>BACKSTREET BOYS ANNOUNCE MIDDLE EAST, SOUTH AFRICA &amp; INDIA DATES FOR <em>DNA WORLD TOUR</em> 2023</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/backstreet-boys-middle-east-dna-world-tour-2023/): The Backstreet Boys, one of the best-selling bands of all time, have announced Middle East, South Africa, and India dates. Originally set to wrap up their DNA World Tour on March 15th in Hong Kong, which has already seen the vocal group perform in the likes of Madrid, Munich, Budapest, London, Las Vegas, and much more, the group today announced new 2023 dates. Before this, the group last performed for European audiences in 2019, selling 350K tickets. Produced by Live Nation, the DNA World Tour will kick off in Cairo, Egypt, on May 1st. Tickets are coming soon via Ticketmarche, the leading ticketing...
- [Final Verdict: Mortada Mansour to Serve Prison Term for Insulting Mahmoud El-Khatib](https://www.el-shai.com/mortada-mansour-jail-insulting-mahmoud-el-khatib/): Egypt’s Court of Cassation has upheld the sentences issued against Mortada Mansour, the president of the Zamalek football club, for insulting and defaming Mahmoud El-Khatib, the president of the Al Ahly club. The court sentenced Mortada Mansour to one month in prison, effective immediately, and one year in prison, suspended, for the charges, while rejecting his appeals against the verdicts. In addition, the court also dismissed Mansour’s plea of conflicting jurisdiction, in which he claimed that two different courts had issued contradictory verdicts regarding the same incident. The Public Prosecutor’s Office had previously recommended that the court reject Mansour’s appeals, in...
- [Khamas Gawlat: The First Arabic and Egyptian MMA Movie](https://www.el-shai.com/khamas-gawlat-first-arabic-and-egyptian-mma-movie/): In anticipation of its release on Eid Al-Fitr, Alamz Film Production has released the teaser trailer for the first Arabic and Egyptian movie about MMA, Khamas Gawlat, which translates to &#8220;Five Rounds.&#8221; The film follows a young man&#8217;s journey as he faces a series of dramatic challenges in an epic battle of five rounds. Shining a Light on the Challenges of Young Rappers in Khamas Gawlat Khamas Gawlat also sheds light on the rap battle scene and the difficulties young rappers face. The movie stars Adam El Sharkawy, Nour El Nabawy, Maged El Masry, Ayda El Ayoubi, Dalia Shawky, Mostafa Darwish,...
- [Egyptian National Institute for Astronomical and Geophysical Research Dismisses Earthquake Concerns in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-national-institute-for-astronomical-and-geophysical-research-dismisses-earthquake-concerns-in-egypt/): The Egyptian National Institute for Astronomical and Geophysical Research has made an announcement regarding concerns raised about the impact of the Anatolian rift after the major earthquake in Turkey on the African plate and whether Egypt is more susceptible to earthquakes due to its topography. The Institute clarified that what is happening in Turkey has no relation to Egypt, and linking it to the issue of water and dams is baseless and lacks scientific foundation. The Institute has urged everyone to remain calm, as the earthquakes recorded are within the normal range. The institute added: &#8220;Egypt is located in an area...
- [Updates on the Saad Lamjarred Trial: Denies Rape Allegations](https://www.el-shai.com/saad-lamjarred-trial-denies-rape-allegations/): On Thursday, a new session was held in the trial of Moroccan artist Saad Lamjarred in the case that has occupied public opinion, denying that he raped a French girl, Laura B., or had a sexual relationship with her in response to her accusations that he raped her and beat her in a hotel room. Lamjarred&#8217;s Account of Events During the trial, Lamjarred recounted the events when he met Laura in October 2016.&nbsp; At first, his account matched Laura&#8217;s version of events, which stated that they met at a luxurious nightclub in Paris before going to Lamjarred&#8217;s hotel room.&nbsp; Lamjarred talked...
- [<strong>Meta Annual Study Reveals Behavioral Insights On Egypt Observers and Shoppers During Ramadan</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-behavioral-insights-egypt-during-ramadan/): Ramadan is a global moment observed by almost two billion people. Falling on the ninth month of the lunar Islamic calendar, it’s a time widely associated with fasting, prayer, and reflection &#8211; culminating with the celebratory feast of Eid. To better understand the behaviours of people who observe Ramadan and shop for this season, Meta has released the results of its annual global consumer research titled “Meta Ramadan Moment Study”. The study was conducted in partnership with YouGov during Ramadan 2022 with over 18,000 adults in 12 countries, including Egypt, UAE and Saudi Arabia. At its core, Ramadan is a time...
- [<strong>Carole Samaha Appears in New York’s Times Square as Spotify’s EQUAL Arabia Ambassador for the Month of February</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/carole-samaha-new-yorks-times-square-spotify-equal/): The world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, Spotify, announced Carole Samaha as its latest EQUAL Arabia Ambassador for February. Spotify kicked off the EQUAL Arabia program in the MENA region in March 2022 to amplify the work of Arab women artists through on-and-off platform support to help their music gain the visibility it deserves regionally and internationally. An icon for women in music, Samaha holds a special place in the hearts of fans from the Middle East to Europe and the USA. Throughout the years, Samaha has scored countless hits and won regional and international awards. In 2004, she received...
- [What We Know About the "Resalet el Omam" Series so Far](https://www.el-shai.com/resalet-el-omam-series/): The production company Media Hub has decided to settle on the name &#8220;Resalet el Omam&#8221; (Message of the Imam) as the final name after previously being named &#8220;Imam Al-Shafi&#8217;i.&#8221; The series is scheduled to be aired in the upcoming Ramadan race of 2023. The series stars Khaled El-Nabawy, Arwa Gouda, Jihane Khalil, Khaled Anwar, Walid Fawwaz, Hamza Al-Alawi, Ahmed Al-Rafie, Salma Abu Dhaif, and a group of Arab stars, including Syrians Khaled Al-Qeesh and Haval Hamdi, and Jordanian Farah Bsiso, among others whose names will be announced soon. The production company has decided to hire a historical consultant to accompany the...
- [Egyptian Champions Break Records in Shooting World Cup](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-champions-break-records-shooting-world-cup/): Egyptian shooting champions achieved new records in the Shooting World Cup, ISSF World Cup, for the first time. A difference of 0.7 points was enough for the Egyptian team of mixed air rifles, consisting of shooter Mohamed Hamdy and Farida Khaled, to qualify for the 10-meter finals. In addition, shooter Mohamed Hamdy achieved 628.2 points in the men&#8217;s air rifle individual competition, considered a new Egyptian, Arab, and African record. However, he missed qualifying for the finals and competing for a medal by one point, as the last shooter in the finals achieved 629.2 points, securing a place in the finals...
- [El Gouna Film Festival announces dates for its 6th edition and new Executive Director](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-6th-edition/): El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) has announced that it will hold its 6th edition in El Gouna from October 13 to 20, 2023. The festival, known for showcasing a diverse selection of films and providing a platform for emerging talent in the film industry, is set to attract international filmmakers and movie enthusiasts. In addition to the festival dates, GFF has also announced the appointment of Amr Mansi as its new Executive Director. As a co-founder and entrepreneur, Mansi has played a significant role in the establishment and success of GFF. With his extensive experience in the industry, Mansi is expected...
- [The Saad Lamjarred Rape Trial in Paris: What We Know So Far](https://www.el-shai.com/saad-lamjarred-rape-trial-in-paris/): The second phase of the Saad Lamjarred rape trial, where he&#8217;s accused of assaulting and raping a French woman, Laura Prioul, in a hotel room in Paris during a concert in 2016, began on Tuesday morning. The trial will continue until Friday, the 24th of February, but we what got you what we know so far. What Happened? Lamjarred, who rose to fame with hits like &#8220;Lm3allem&#8221; and &#8220;Ghazali,&#8221; has been accused of rape multiple times in recent years, sparking a widespread debate about sexual violence and accountability. The allegations against Lamjarred first came to light in 2016 when a French-Moroccan...
- [Community Stories MENA: Meta amplifies the voices of unsung heroes in latest campaign](https://www.el-shai.com/community-stories-mena-meta-campaign/): Meta is celebrating community leaders creating a positive impact across the Middle East and North Africa [MENA] in its new campaign – Community Stories MENA. Centered around the stories of four agents of change, the campaign emphasizes the power of connection and social media&#8217;s role in helping individuals build communities around change and impact. “Meta is proud to be home to community leaders in the Middle East and North Africa who strive to establish positive and empowering communities. On a daily basis, we see stories that showcase the best of humanity. It may not always make the public spotlight, but every...
- [<strong>According to a ChatGPT report, AI is revolutionizing Marketing and Technology</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/chatgpt-report-ai-revolutionizing-technology/): Sortlist, founded in 2014, offers a simple solution to businesses of all sizes looking for experts in a world where digital expertise is constantly evolving, as it impacts 50,000 agencies worldwide. In 2022, 33,000 businesses used Sortlist to locate their next agency, with projects totaling 400 million euros. Nicolas Finet, Co-Founder and CMO of Sortlist, says: “Marketing, creative and web agencies are exceptionally helpful to the economy. These service providers are highly skilled and talented individuals who still don’t receive the appreciation and support they deserve. We, therefore, want to make them sparkle. According to Finet, 14 businesses each day use...
- [Mina El Naggar Takes Part in a panel discussion and film screenings within the activities of the Alexandria Short Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/mina-el-naggar-alexandria-short-film-festival/): Within the framework of the collaboration between the Alexandria Short Film Festival and MEDFEST Egypt, actor/doctor Mina El Naggar attended a number of film screenings, followed by a panel discussion. During the panel discussion, Mina El Naggar presented two short films, First and AMA, to discuss the relationship between health and films. The Alexandria Short Film Festival takes place from 16 to 21 February 2023. The panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Shahenda Khalil, a specialist psychiatrist, and psychotherapist who received her master&#8217;s degree in psychiatry from the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University. During the panel discussion, Mina El Naggar shed...
- [<strong>In Collaboration with Egypt’s Leading Artists, ArtSavesLives Raises Funds for the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357</strong>](https://www.el-shai.com/artsaveslives-raises-funds-hospital-57357/): ArtSavesLives, a fundraising initiative and digital platform helping children fight illness through art, held its first exhibit in Founders Spaces, Downtown Cairo, showcasing nearly 150 iconic art pieces auctioned online with 100% of the proceeds going to the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357 (CCHE). “The idea of ArtSavesLives was born on our visit to the arts workshop of the CCHE 57357. This is where we were inspired to revolutionize the narrative on children fighting cancer by helping them tell their stories through art and find joy amidst tragedy,” said filmmaker and ArtSavesLives Co-founder Sarah Amer. “I’ve been to the best hospitals in...
- [j-hope of Bts Drops New Documentary “j-hope IN THE BOX” on Disney+ This Friday](https://www.el-shai.com/j-hope-in-the-box-bts-documentary/): On February 17, viewers across the world are invited to watch in wonder as j-hope of BTS brings it all and does it all in j-hope IN THE BOX, a behind-the-scenes documentary special showcasing the creation of his first solo album, on Disney+. Over the course of the documentary, viewers will be given a never-before-seen look at the creative challenges faced during the album’s preparation process, as well as front-row seats to j-hope’s 2022 Lollapalooza performance and the album’s listening party. In addition, Disney+ fans also have all the K-drama – from action and crime thrillers to devastating romances – to...
- [A Controversy Sparks Over Religious Insults in Egypt: Calls for Equal Accountability](https://www.el-shai.com/religious-insults-calls-for-equal-accountability/): Recently, a controversy sparked on social media, capturing users&#8217; attention in Egypt. It all began with a screenshot of a private conversation between two individuals, Abanoub Emad, and Abdelrahman Awad, which contained offensive remarks targeting religious beliefs. The conversation quickly gained traction, and the response from the online community was swift and passionate. Muslims expressed their anger over the derogatory comments directed towards the Prophet and Islam, demanding accountability for Abanoub&#8217;s actions, and rightfully so. However, what was missing from the post&#8217;s first virality was that the other person, Abdelrahman, started by insulting Christianity, which now caused another debate on the...
- [Justice For the Tanta Bride: Criminal Court Sentences Man to Death For Murdering His Wife 48 Hours After Their Wedding for Refusing Sex](https://www.el-shai.com/tanta-bride-criminal-court-death-murdering-wife/): In a tragic case known as the &#8216;Tanta Bride,&#8217; the Criminal Court of Tanta in Gharbia Governorate, Third District, has reached a verdict sentencing the accused to death by hanging for the murder of his wife just 48 hours after their wedding. The decision was made after the Grand Mufti issued a religious opinion on the matter. Presided over by Counselor Abdelhamid Mustafa Hindi, with the membership of Counselors Mahmoud Mohamed El-Rabeai, Ekrami Ramadan Youssef, and Mustafa Mohamed Darwish, the ruling was made in Case No. 10110 Misdemeanor, Tanta Center, registered under No. 1018 for the year 2023, West of Tanta....
- [Netflix Tudum 2023: All You Need to Know About The Upcoming Netflix Releases](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-tudum-2023/): The annual-ish Livestream event, Netflix Tudum, has just taken place, and now we have a hint of the upcoming releases to be announced at the event. The event took place in São Paulo, Brazil, and is the biggest forum for all Netflix production announcements. The exciting news is most of our favorite shows were mentioned, and we got a peek at what to expect! Here are all the movies and series we know are coming so far from Netflix Tudum 2023: Berlin From the universe of La Casa De Papel, the fan-favorite Andrés de Fonollosa (Berlin), portrayed by Pedro Alonso, will...
- [Nicolas Mouawad Joins the Cast of 'Al Hashashin' Series as Omar Khayyam](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawad-al-hashashin-series-omar-khayyam/): Actor Nicolas Mouawad joined the cast of the highly anticipated series &#8220;Al Hashashin,&#8221; starring renowned actor Karim Abdel Aziz. The series, directed by Peter Mimi and produced by Synergy, is based on true events from the eleventh century and is set to air in the Ramadan season of 2024. Nicolas will be playing the character of &#8220;Omar Khayyam.&#8221; Director Peter Mimi recently released a teaser for the series, which marks the first production to secure its place in the drama lineup for the next Ramadan season. &#8220;Al Hashashin&#8221; is written by Abdel Rahim Kamal and stars Karim Abdel Aziz, Fathy Abdel...
- [11 Must-Visit Temples in Egypt and 21 Tips to Know Before Booking Your Trip!](https://www.el-shai.com/11-must-visit-temples-in-egypt-tips-trip/): Egypt, a land of ancient wonders and mysteries, has always fascinated travelers with its rich history and awe-inspiring monuments. Among these architectural marvels, the temples in Egypt hold a special place. These sacred structures, dedicated to various deities, not only showcase the incredible craftsmanship of ancient Egyptians but also offer a glimpse into their spiritual beliefs and rituals. If you&#8217;re unsure of which temples you should visit, we got you this guide on temples in Egypt you must visit to immerse yourself in the timeless beauty and profound cultural heritage of this extraordinary land. Karnak Temple As we embark on our...
- [Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is Banned in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/spider-man-across-the-spider-verse-ban-in-egypt/): After news that Saudi and UAE will be banning the latest Marvel movie, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, we&#8217;ve contacted VOX Egypt to check on whether it will be banned in Egypt as well, and it was confirmed that the film would be banned in Egypt as well. In a surprising turn of events, it has been confirmed that the highly anticipated Marvel movie, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, will also face a ban in Egypt. This announcement comes after Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates made the decision to ban the film. The news has sparked curiosity and concern among fans...
- [The Ultimate Guide To 2023's Upcoming Eid El-Adha Movies in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/2023-eid-el-adha-movies-in-egypt/): We are only a few weeks away from Eid El-Adha. As we know, Eid is the season for cinematic productions, and hitting the movies is the go-to for many for celebrations during these days. While some of us look for a good laugh, others are waiting for fantasy and thriller. The 2023 Eid El-Adha movies have it all: Beit El-Rouby It is a romantic comedy starring Karim Abdel Aziz and Mahmoud Abdel Aziz, directed by Peter Mimi. The cast also includes Tara Emad and Nour. The story follows the life of Ibrahim Al-Rouby, who lives a simple, quiet life with his...
- [Remembering George Isaac: A Political Figure and Advocate for Change](https://www.el-shai.com/george-isaac-political-figure-advocate-for-change/): This week, we bid farewell to a visionary leader, an advocate for change, and a true patriot – George Isaac.&nbsp; George Isaac&#8217;s passing on 9 June 2023 was preceded by a health crisis that necessitated his transfer to the intensive care unit.&nbsp; As news of his departure spread, tributes poured in from various individuals and organizations.&nbsp; Abdel Moneim Imam, the head of the Justice Party, expressed his condolences on his personal Facebook page, referring to Isaac as the &#8220;saint of national work.&#8221;&nbsp; George Isaac&#8217;s impact extended beyond the political realm. As a prominent member of the National Council for Human Rights...
- [The Lemon Tree &amp; Co. to Unveil Iconic Luxury Establishment at Ivory Business Park in West Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/the-lemon-tree-co-ivory-business-park-west-cairo/): The Lemon Tree &amp; Co. has officially partnered with Ivory Business Park in West Cairo. This groundbreaking deal marks the opening of their highly anticipated flagship branch this Christmas, bringing their iconic signature nights to the heart of the city. Prepare yourselves, residents of Sheikh Zayed, for an exhilarating journey as The Lemon Tree &amp; Co., the renowned Egyptian night spot, sets its roots in West Cairo&#8217;s Ivory Business Park. This collaboration between Ivory Investments and Ahmed Hanafi, the visionary owner of TLT Concepts, promises to revolutionize the nightlife scene in the vibrant city of Sheikh Zayed.
- [A Fresh Collaboration: Sedky Sakhr and Kahareb Band in 'Lesany Sayeb'](https://www.el-shai.com/sedky-sakhr-kahareb-band-in-lesany-sayeb/): In a unique and new experience, star Sedky Sakhr is collaborating with the talented band Kahareb in their latest song titled &#8216;Lesany Sayeb&#8216;. This captivating song, written and composed by Youssef Atwan, is a delightful blend of Sedky&#8217;s soulful vocals and the band&#8217;s remarkable musicality. Produced by the skilled Mukhtar Al-Sayeh, the music video for &#8216;Lesany Sayeb&#8217; is directed by Kafrawi and expertly edited by Sarah Abdullah, promising an unforgettable visual experience. An Electrifying Collaboration Sedky Sakhr&#8217;s involvement in &#8216;Lesany Sayeb&#8217; marks an exciting collaboration between the star and the renowned band Kahareb. In this exceptional musical endeavor, Sedky showcases his...
- [Ahmed Hatem Leads the Charge Against Gender-Based Violence in Egypt as Social Affairs Ambassador](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-hatem-gender-based-violence-in-egypt/): Ahmed Hatem, actor and a dedicated advocate for women&#8217;s rights and social justice, has taken on a significant role in combating gender-based violence in Egypt. As the social affairs ambassador for the For Her, With Her Fund initiative, Ahmed Hatem is leading the charge to reinforce existing efforts and support the fight against gender-based violence in the country. In a recent panel discussion held in Cairo, Ahmed Hatem participated alongside prominent figures, including the UK&#8217;s Ambassador to Cairo, Gareth Bayley, and Baroness Fiona Hodgson of Abinger, co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Women, Peace, and Security. The For Her, With...
- [Remembering Magda Saleh: Egypt's Esteemed Prima Ballerina Leaves a Timeless Legacy](https://www.el-shai.com/remembering-magda-saleh-egypt-prima-ballerina/): Egypt&#8217;s prima ballerina Magda Saleh passed away in the early hours of Sunday, June 11th, 2023, in Cairo. The passing of Egypt&#8217;s esteemed prima ballerina, Magda Saleh, in Cairo has left a void in the world of dance. As the country&#8217;s first-ever prima ballerina, Saleh&#8217;s legacy is etched deep into the Egyptian cultural landscape. Her impact, however, extended far beyond Egypt&#8217;s borders, particularly during her time in New York City in the early 1990s. Let us delve into the remarkable journey of this ballet virtuoso and the indelible mark she left on the world of dance. Magda Saleh&#8217;s Early Life and...
- [Unveiling the Resilience and Longevity of Film Festivals: Amir Ramses' Insights at Shanghai International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-ramses-shanghai-international-film-festival-2/): The 25th edition of the Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), taking place from June 9 to 18, is set to feature a captivating panel discussion titled &#8220;Resilience and Sustainability of Film Festivals.&#8221; Among the esteemed participants is renowned Egyptian film director, Amir Ramses, whose insightful contributions are highly anticipated. As an acclaimed filmmaker, Ramses offers a unique perspective on the changing dynamics of the film industry, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this article, we delve into Ramses&#8217; views on the challenges and opportunities faced by film festivals today, emphasizing the resilience and sustainability required to navigate an evolving...
- [Justice for Shalaby: The Dog Shot in Broad Daylight in Kafr Abdo](https://www.el-shai.com/justice-for-shalaby-dog-shot-kafr-abdo/): In a heart-wrenching incident that unfolded on the streets of Kafr Abdo, Alexandria, Egypt, Shalaby, a beloved dog who had been a part of the community for eight years, met a tragic end. Shalaby was shot by an off-duty police officer who abused their authority in broad daylight. Shalaby was mercilessly shot, robbing him of his right to life. Shalaby&#8217;s Journey: From a Stray Puppy to a Neighborhood&#8217;s Superstar Shalaby, the dog affectionately known by all, had won the hearts of the people of Kafr Abdo. Despite enduring hardships such as hunger, thirst, and abuse in the streets, he remained resilient,...
- [Shark Attack Claims Russian Tourist's Life in Hurghada, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/shark-attack-russian-tourist-life-hurghada-egypt/): In a tragic incident, a shark attacked and consumed a 24-year-old Russian tourist in the Red Sea, south of Egypt, leading to his immediate death. The video of the moment the shark attacked a man in the waters is currently circulating on social media, and given how close to the shore the incident was; the video is extremely graphic. Unfortunately, we&#8217;ve had to see the video for our report, but we, please urge you NOT to watch the video. The video is extremely graphic, and you can see the man&#8217;s face, terrified and realizing his fate. It&#8217;s one of the hardest...
- [From a Flight Attendant Cap to a Mont Blanc Pen: Uber’s 2023 Lost & Found Index Reveals Egypt’s most forgotten items](https://www.el-shai.com/uber-2023-lost-found-index-egypt/): As we approach peak summer, a period that’s poised to be busy for travel, Uber is presenting its seventh annual Lost &amp; Found Index, unveiling the most surprising and frequently misplaced items left behind by riders in the past year. Wallets, phones, and keys topped the list once again of the most commonly forgotten items, but as we well know, riders aren’t just leaving the usuals behind – they’re forgetting everything from their jewelry, to their perfumes, home appliances and toys &#8211; and that’s just to name a few.  The full results of Uber’s 2023 Lost &amp; Found are below –...
- [RiseUp Retail x Bazarna Summer Expo: An Event Designed to Empower the Retail Industry](https://www.el-shai.com/riseup-retail-bazarna-summer-expo/): Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of retail? Look no further than RiseUp Retail &amp; Bazarna Summer Expo, a groundbreaking joint event happening at District 5 on the 9th &amp; 10th of June. This event aims to empower the retail industry by showcasing 250+ local talents, offering matchmaking opportunities, and hosting talks and workshops by some of the region&#8217;s most beloved brands. RiseUp Retail: A Laser-Focused Summit for the Retail Industry RiseUp, the visionary company in Egypt with a mission to connect startups to relevant resources worldwide, is launching the first-of-many series of industry-focused summits....
- [Under the Auspicious of the Ministry of Tourism & Egyptian Tourism Authority, International Expert & Businessman Sir Ben Elliot in Narrative PR Summit 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/ben-elliott-in-narrative-pr-summit-2023/): Narrative PR Summit, Egypt&#8217;s first international public relations forum, held a press conference announcing the intricate details of this year’s round, &#8220;Narrative PR Summit 2023.&#8221; Titled &#8220;Egypt forever forward,&#8221; the summit will take place in the magnificent Soma Bay, Red Sea, in September 2023, featuring an exceptional group of local and global speakers. The groundbreaking event is under the auspicious of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and the Egyptian Tourism Authority.&nbsp; The press conference witnessed announcing the members of the Narrative PR Summit 2023’s Board of Directors, which is chaired by the businessman and former Minister of Transport, Mohamed Mansour....
- [The Embassy of Sweden in Cairo celebrates the "National Day of Sweden" to highlight the historical relations with Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/embassy-of-sweden-in-cairo-national-day/): The Embassy of Sweden in Cairo recently hosted a grand celebration to commemorate Sweden&#8217;s National Day, which holds significant historical importance for the country. This year&#8217;s celebration was particularly special as it marked the 500th anniversary of Sweden as an independent kingdom. The event aimed to strengthen the bonds between Sweden and Egypt while emphasizing the vital role played by Swedish businesses in Egypt&#8217;s economy. H.E. The Egyptian Minister of International Cooperation, Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, graced the occasion as the guest of honor. Deepening Ties and Economic Partnerships In his speech, the Swedish Ambassador, Mr. Håkan Emsgård, highlighted the presence of...
- [Egyptian Authorities Ban Dutch Museum Excavations and Challenge Cultural Appropriation](https://www.el-shai.com/cultural-appropriation-dutch-museum-excavating-egypt/): Egyptian authorities banned The National Museum of Antiquities (RMO) in Leiden from carrying out excavations on the Egyptian burial ground in Sakkara after their exhibition &#8220;Kemet: Egypt in hip-hop, jazz, soul &amp; funk,&#8221; which Egyptian authorities considered offensive and appropriating Egyptian culture. About Kemet: Egypt in hip-hop, jazz, soul &amp; funk The exhibition, which opened it&#8217;s doors on April 2023, till September, focuses on the &#8220;representations of Egypt in the music of artists with African roots.&#8221; It featured portrayals of black American artists, such as Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Nas, as ancient Egyptian icons like Queen Nefertiti and Pharaoh Tutankhamun. Through the use...
- [2 Egyptian Ads Rank Among the Top 10 Most Popular Ads on YouTube](https://www.el-shai.com/2-egyptian-ads-top-10-most-popular-ads-on-youtube/): YouTube announced today the YouTube Ads Cannes Leaderboard, the annual top 10 most watched ads on YouTube in the last 12 months ( June 2022- May 2023). The YouTube Ads Leaderboard, now in its eighth year, spans 28 countries across five continents and is seen as a source of pride for the winning brands and agencies throughout the advertising community. The YouTube Ads Leaderboard showcases the most creative ads that people choose to watch. Ads are determined by an algorithm that uses data (e.x. public views, organic views, organic ratio, etc.) pulled from an internal dashboard that indicates audience engagement and...
- [A Closer Look at Rakeen Saad's Upcoming TV Dramas: The Butcher of Giza, Rivo, and Al Rawabi School for Girls](https://www.el-shai.com/rakeen-saad-rivo-al-rawabi-school-for-girls/): During the upcoming months, Jordanian star Rakeen Saad is eagerly awaiting the release of three highly anticipated TV dramas. The second season of &#8220;Rivo&#8221; is scheduled to be released in June, while the new series &#8220;The Butcher of Giza&#8221; and &#8220;Al Rawabi School for Girls&#8221; are expected to be released soon.  The Butcher of Giza: A Gripping Tale Within &#8220;The Butcher of Giza,&#8221; Rakeen Saad portrays the character of Zina. This gripping 8-episode series, based on true events, is set to be aired on the Shahid platform. Alongside Rakeen Saad, the series features an impressive ensemble cast, including Ahmed Fahmi, Bassem...
- [Unraveling the Enigma: The Saga of Ahmed Baghdoda in Wrestling, Finances, and National Allegiance](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-baghdoda-wrestling/): In recent weeks, the Egyptian wrestling community has been abuzz with speculation and curiosity surrounding the sudden departure of Ahmed Baghdoda, a 21-year-old Greco-Roman wrestler who made headlines after winning a silver medal at the African Wrestling Championships held in Tunisia. Baghdoda&#8217;s unexpected decision to leave for Europe shortly after his victory left many questioning his motives and the circumstances that led to his departure. However, in a much-anticipated video released on his official Facebook page, Baghdoda finally broke his silence, addressing his family, fans, and the public at large. Gratitude Expressed towards President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi One of the primary topics...
- [Moving to Egypt? Your Comprehensive Guide to Relocating to Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/moving-to-egypt-guide-to-relocating-to-cairo/): Moving to a new country can be an exciting yet challenging experience. If you&#8217;re considering relocating and moving to Egypt, particularly to the vibrant city of Cairo, this comprehensive guide will provide you with valuable information to make your transition smoother. From understanding the process of moving to exploring the pros and cons of living in Egypt, we&#8217;ll cover all aspects to help you prepare for your new adventure. But first,&nbsp;Why Move to Egypt? 1. Rich History and Cultural Heritage Egypt&#8217;s history stretches back thousands of years, leaving an indelible mark on the world. From the awe-inspiring pyramids of Giza to...
- [Unveiling the Timeless Beauty of Ancient Egyptian Art: Exploring Egypt's Artistic Treasures](https://www.el-shai.com/ancient-egyptian-art-exploring-egypts-artistic/): Egypt&#8217;s artistic heritage stands as a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the ancient Egyptians. From intricate hieroglyphics adorning temple walls to breathtaking sculptures and exquisite jewelry, the art of ancient Egypt continues to captivate and inspire. In this article, we embark on a journey through the artistic wonders of Egypt, exploring its rich history, contemporary art scene, and the extraordinary artistic achievements of the past and present. Ancient Egyptian Art: A Glimpse into the Divine The art of ancient Egypt holds a mystical allure, reflecting the deep spiritual beliefs and reverence for the divine that characterized this remarkable civilization....
- [The Struggles of Gen-Z: Feeling Like We're Not Doing Enough](https://www.el-shai.com/struggles-gen-z-feeling-like-were-not-doing-enough/): As Gen-Zers, we face countless struggles that are often undermined by older generations who assume we have it easier. Boomers and Millennials tend to label us as &#8220;too sensitive&#8221; and &#8220;difficult to work with.&#8221; It&#8217;s true that we have more access to sources of information and options, and our economic status is somewhat stable. However, older generations fail to see the issues these advancements have brought upon us. One of our biggest struggles is the consistent feeling of not doing enough. The world around us has become so fast-paced that it&#8217;s difficult to keep up. Older generations were able to endure...
- [Why We All Need A Gemini Friend](https://www.el-shai.com/why-we-all-need-a-gemini-friend/): Ah, friendship—the magical bond that enriches our lives and adds a touch of sparkle to our everyday routines. As social beings, we thrive on the connections we forge with others, and friendships can come in all shapes and sizes.&nbsp; Gemini, an air sign ruled by Mercury, represents the duality that resides within us all. Born between May 21 and June 20, Geminis are known for their chameleon-like nature, effortlessly adapting to any situation. This adaptability is a key trait that makes them the perfect companion for life&#8217;s unpredictable journey. With their multifaceted personalities, Geminis possess an uncanny ability to make connections...
- [The Problematic State of Plus-Size Representation in Fashion and Media](https://www.el-shai.com/the-problematic-state-of-plus-size-representation/): A new empowering wave of plus-size representation has been in action for a while now. With beauty no longer tied to being a particular size, we -bigger girls- are thrilled to see ourselves by looking at those who resemble us in media. Several high-end fashion brands, including Tommy Hilfiger, Christian Siriano, and Chanel, are leaning into inclusivity with diverse-looking women walking their runways. Sounds good, right? Well, not really. The issue with the way plus-size individuals are portrayed in fashion and media persists, and the following are the reasons why. Plus-Size still has Limited Options in Fashion For years, women over...
- [The Evolution of Men's Fashion and Unraveling the Debate Surrounding Artists' Fashion Statements](https://www.el-shai.com/evolution-mens-fashion-artists-fashion-statements/): A recent social media controversy has ignited a heated debate surrounding Ahmed Saad&#8217;s stage outfit during his latest performance in Jeddah. Adding fuel to the fire, Ahmed Magdy&#8216;s striking photoshoot with Grail magazine has further intensified the discussion. Fashion, being a matter of personal taste rather than rigid rules, warrants a closer examination of these incidents. While Saad&#8217;s outfit was widely regarded as a misstep, Magdy&#8217;s photoshoot exuded aesthetic appeal, offering a unique perspective, yet they both still received the same amount of backlash. The Neglected Realm of Men&#8217;s Fashion The evolution of women&#8217;s fashion has been extensively documented, with a...
- [The Magic of Ancient Egyptian Self-Care: 10 Traditions and Rituals for Ultimate Well-Being](https://www.el-shai.com/ancient-egyptian-self-care-traditions-well-being/): Self-care has become an essential part of maintaining overall well-being in today&#8217;s fast-paced world. Taking the time to nurture oneself is not only a luxury but a necessity. Inspired by the ancient wisdom of Egyptian traditions, we explore unique and meaningful ways to prioritize self-care. Before delving into the tips for self-care, let&#8217;s take a brief journey into the rich cultural heritage of ancient Egypt. The ancient Egyptians valued balance, harmony, and the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. These principles deeply influenced their approach to self-care, emphasizing holistic well-being. Tip 1: Aromatherapy with Essential Oils Harness the power of aromatherapy...
- [Narrative PR Summit 2023: Reinforcing Egypt's Position as a Global Tourist Destination](https://www.el-shai.com/narrative-pr-summit-2023/): The tourism industry plays a vital role in showcasing the cultural heritage and economic potential of a country. Recognizing the importance of tourism, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and the Egyptian Tourism Authority are proud to announce the launch of the Narrative PR Summit 2023. Under the theme &#8220;Egypt forever forward,&#8221; this groundbreaking event aims to reinforce Egypt&#8217;s position as a global tourist destination and foster collaborations for its development priorities. In the midst of current local and global economic uncertainties, the Narrative PR Summit 2023 will send a message of hope and optimism to the world. The Summit will...
- [Being a High Value Woman: Unlocking Your Inner Power and Confidence](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-become-a-high-value-woman/): In today&#8217;s fast-paced world, being a high value woman goes beyond external appearances or material possessions. It encompasses qualities that empower women to lead fulfilling lives, build strong relationships, and achieve their goals. But First, what is a high-value woman? A high-value woman, or HVM, is someone who radiates self-confidence, embraces her individuality, and continuously strives for personal growth. We will delve into the various qualities that define a high-value woman and explore how they can positively impact both her personal and professional life. How to Become a High Value Woman? Being a HVM means embodying qualities that radiate confidence, self-worth,...
- [An Interview with Melissa McCarthy: From Award-Winning Comedian to Disney Villain Ursula in "The Little Mermaid"](https://www.el-shai.com/melissa-mccarthy-ursula-the-little-mermaid/): Melissa McCarthy is set to play Ursula in Disney's live-action adaptation of "The Little Mermaid." Let's take a look at her impressive career achievements.
- [Celebrating International Wine Day: A Journey through the History of Wine-Making in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/international-wine-day-wine-making-in-egypt/): Wine-making has a long history in Egypt, dating back to Ancient Egypt. It was infused with the Ancient Egyptian culture, and several temples and pharaohs owned vineyards as a prestigious symbol. However, over the years, the industry has lost its vibrancy. In this document, we will take a stroll down the history of wine-making in Egypt. Wine in Ancient Egypt Paintings on tombs and other archaeological finds suggest that wine production in Egypt dates back to the Dynastic periods of 3000 B.C. and earlier. During several expeditions, large numbers of wine jars were found in the tombs of pharaohs in various...
- [Why They Cheated When They Could Have Left the Relationship](https://www.el-shai.com/why-they-cheated-relationship/): Getting cheated on is never easy. No matter how many times it happens, it never gets any easier. While some relationships are able to heal from infidelity, for most it is a deal breaker. If you have ever been cheated on, you know that it changes you. For a while afterwards, you carry the weight of anger, confusion, and trust issues. Cheating also makes you question everything about the relationship; what went wrong, whether it was your fault, where you messed up, if it was even real from the beginning, and why they didn&#8217;t just leave. Fortunately, we are here to...
- [The Back Row: How the Film Was Shot in Six Different Governorates](https://www.el-shai.com/the-back-row-shot-in-six-different-governorates/): The cast and crew of The Back Row film, directed by director Sherif Mohsen, Produced by Victoria Film, travelled to different six governorates for shooting the film. Starring Bayoumi Fouad and Tayam Amar, The Back Row is released now in Egyptian and Arab cinemas. The filming took place in Ezbet El Borg in Damietta governorate, Badrashin and Shabramant in Giza, Alexandria, Al-Burulus in Kafr el Sheikh, Banha in Qalyubiyya, and Cairo governorate. In the film, director Sherif Mohsen presents 20 actors in their debut roles and the casting phase included screen tests, in addition to selecting other actors from the Artistic...
- [Full House Screenings for Morad Mostafa’s I PROMISE YOU PARADISE at Cannes Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/i-promise-you-paradise-cannes/): In a thrilling turn of events, Morad Mostafa&#8216;s highly anticipated film, I PROMISE YOU PARADISE, received resounding applause and garnered positive reviews after its world premiere within the Critics&#8217; Week section at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. The movie&#8217;s captivating storyline, powerful performances, and exceptional direction left audiences captivated, making it an instant hit among critics and cinephiles alike. Additionally, the film has been selected to participate in the short film competition at the 45th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival, further solidifying its reputation as a cinematic gem.  Cannes Film Festival: A Triumphant World Premiere I PROMISE YOU PARADISE...
- [Swiss Court Clears Tariq Ramadan, Grandson of Muslim Brotherhood Founder, of Rape Charges](https://www.el-shai.com/swiss-court-tariq-ramadan-rape-charges/): Tariq Ramadan, the prominent radical Islamic studies scholar, has been cleared of rape and sexual coercion charges by a Swiss court. This case was brought forward by a Swiss woman who accused Mr. Ramadan of assaulting her in a Geneva hotel back in 2008. The trial has garnered significant attention, given Mr. Ramadan&#8217;s stature in the field of Islamic thought and the contrasting allegations against him.  Tariq Ramadan&#8217;s Background Tariq Ramadan, a Swiss citizen, is the grandson of Hassan al-Banna, the founder of Egypt&#8217;s Muslim Brotherhood. Known for his academic contributions and influential perspectives on Islam, Mr. Ramadan has been regarded...
- [The Controversial History of Ghada Wali And How An Apology Could've Went A Long Way](https://www.el-shai.com/the-controversial-history-of-ghada-wali-and-how-an-apology-couldve-went-a-long-way/): The case of Ghada Wali, a graphic designer accused of repeatedly stealing other people&#8217;s work, has once again brought the issue of intellectual theft to the forefront. The accusations against Wali, including the recent claims made by Russian artist Georgy Kurasov, have raised concerns about her ethics, refusal to admit her mistakes, and attempts to normalize this behavior. Wali&#8217;s appearance on a TV interview with Amr Adeeb further exacerbated the PR disaster she had already created, as she evaded responsibility, turned the issue into a political matter, and condescended to others. But before we analyze Wali&#8217;s interview and how she dealt...
- [Mohammed Assaf's Song "Dammi Falastini" Removed from Spotify by Distributor, Contrary to Previous Platform Involvement Claims](https://www.el-shai.com/mohammed-assaf-dammi-falastini-spotify/): The Palestinian artist, Mohammed Assaf, announced that his song &#8220;Dammi Falastini&#8221; (My Blood is Palestinian), which is over 8 years old, has been deleted from the platforms &#8220;Spotify&#8221; and &#8220;Apple Music.&#8221; The reason given for the deletion was &#8220;anti-Semitism&#8221; and the claim that the song &#8220;incites against the Zionist enemy.&#8221; Assaf expressed his surprise upon learning of the deletion of his song through social media. When he checked his profiles on &#8220;Spotify&#8221; and &#8220;Apple Music,&#8221; he discovered that &#8220;Dammi Falastini&#8221; had indeed been removed. He stated that this deletion only adds to his honor, as his songs represent the resistance of...
- [Let's Talk About the Kenzy Madbouly and Eyad Elmogy Drama](https://www.el-shai.com/kenzy-madbouly-eyad-elmogy-drama/): The recent social media dispute between content creators Kenzy Madbouly and Eyad Elmogy has sparked a wave of attention. This clash between the two prominent figures has been the talk of the town, captivating audiences with its dramatic twists and heated exchanges.&nbsp; The Start of the Dispute: Criticisms and Accusations It all began when Eyad Elmogy released a video, which is now deleted, where he openly criticized Kenzy Madbouly&#8217;s content, highlighting what he perceived as a lack of comedy skills. He didn&#8217;t stop there, as he also took a jab at her fiancé&#8217;s acting abilities. Elmogy further scrutinized Madbouly&#8217;s portrayal of...
- [Joseph Tawadros: A Remarkable Oud Virtuoso and Composer](https://www.el-shai.com/joseph-tawadros-oud-virtuoso/): Joseph Tawadros&nbsp;is a renowned Oud virtuoso, composer, and seven-time ARIA-award winner. Born in Cairo, he is an expert in playing the Oud, an Arabic lute that serves as the ancestor of the modern guitar and lute. With his remarkable talent and deep musicianship, Joseph has captivated audiences worldwide with his diverse performances, brilliant technique, and storytelling abilities. A Virtuoso of Diversity and Sensitivity Joseph Tawadros is a true virtuoso, embracing diversity and sensitivity in his musical endeavors. His performances in concert halls across the globe have left a lasting impression on listeners. Known for his exceptional technique and joyous style of...
- [Tour de Sharm: Egypt Hosts Global Cycling Spectacle in September 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/tour-de-sharm-egypt-hosts-global-cycling-spectacle/): For the first time in Egypt and under the auspices of the Ministry of Youth and Sports and His Excellency Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports, Stamina Sports and Fitness is bringing to Egypt the infamous international amateur cyclists’ event L’Etape Egypt by Tour de France. The event will take place in the magnificent Sharm El Sheikh city on the 22nd of September, 2023. This was announced in today’s press conference, which stated the event details, the required age range for the contestants, and the cycling distances to be covered during the race. It is worth mentioning that the...
- [Harim Karim's Sequel "Awlad Harim Karim" Began Filming](https://www.el-shai.com/harim-karim-sequel-awlad-harim-karim-filming/): &#8220;Awlad Harim Karim,&#8221; the highly anticipated sequel to the 2006 film &#8220;Harim Karim,&#8221; has officially started its filming journey. With the aim of building upon the success of its predecessor, &#8220;Awlad Harim Karim&#8221; is set to captivate audiences with its engaging storyline and talented cast. The Plot Unfolds In &#8220;Awlad Harim Karim,&#8221; viewers will embark on a new cinematic adventure filled with drama, humor, and emotions. While specific plot details are yet to be revealed, it is expected that the sequel will continue the captivating story established in the original film, &#8220;Harim Karim.&#8221; As the plot unfolds, audiences can anticipate an...
- [Aladdin Star Mena Massoud Receives Backlash Following a Petty Remark on The Little Mermaid, Causing a Debate Over Inclusivity](https://www.el-shai.com/mena-massoud-controversy-aladdin-little-mermaid/): After starting a controversy, Mena Massoud, the star of Disney’s live adaptation of Aladdin, deleted his Twitter account. He went on to compare the box office earnings of Aladdin with Disney’s 2023 live adaptation of The Little Mermaid, starring Halle Bailey. Massoud did not do much to hide his disapproval of The Little Mermaid getting a sequel, hinting that, unlike Aladdin, The Little Mermaid did not break the billion-dollar mark. First, a little context&#8230; The Egyptian-Canadian actor first gained prominence in 2019 when he portrayed the lead role in Disney’s live adaptation of Aladdin. We have also seen him in leading...
- [Red Star Films Releases Teaser Trailer for the Cannes Critics’ Week (I PROMISE YOU PARADISE)](https://www.el-shai.com/red-star-films-cannes-i-promise-you-paradise/): On its official social media platforms, Red Star Films released the teaser trailer for Morad Mostafa’s (I PROMISE YOU PARADISE), which competes in the Critics’ Week section at the Cannes Film Festival (May 16 &#8211; 27). In the teaser we follow Eissa, an African immigrant in his balcony, where we see his urban slum, then he seems overwhelmed, while riding his motorbike on the road. (I PROMISE YOU PARADISE) is one of the most anticipated films at Cannes this year, and the screening dates are: Following a violent incident; Eissa, a 17 years old African migrant in Egypt is in a...
- [THE CALL OF THE BROOK’s Trailer Release Before Cannes Premiere](https://www.el-shai.com/the-call-of-the-brooks-trailer-cannes-premiere/): Just a few days before its Cannes premiere, Egyptian director Jad Chahine has released the trailer of his short THE CALL OF THE BROOK, which is the first Egyptian film since 2014 to compete at LA CINEF official competition at the Cannes Film Festival (May 16 to 27 2023). THE CALL OF THE BROOK trailer features a skinny young man who wakes up and walks through the door, which makes us feel the curiosity for something to happen. This comes right after releasing the poster which revealed El Naddaha (The Caller) character, in the mood for horror. El Naddaha (The Caller)...
- [Inclusive Cinema Experience: Egyptian Child Prodigy Designs Robotic Cinema Seat in Collaboration with Egyptian Autistic Society and VOX Cinemas](https://www.el-shai.com/robotic-cinema-seat-egyptian-autistic-society-vox/): In a remarkable collaboration between the Egyptian Autistic Society and Hassan Watani, a 13-year-old prodigy, a groundbreaking invention has emerged to transform the cinematic experience for children with special abilities. Hassan&#8217;s invention, a robotic cinema seat, not only caters to the unique needs of children with conditions such as autism but also represents Egypt&#8217;s vision of integrating and supporting special abilities within society. In this article, we delve into the inspiring journey of Hassan Watani, the significance of this invention, and the collaborative efforts that have brought it to fruition. From Dream to Reality: Hassan Watani&#8217;s Journey Hassan Watani, a young...
- [Lamia Kamel Shares Insights on Tourism Growth, Women Empowerment, and Amun Starr's Musical Journey on iHeart Radio](https://www.el-shai.com/lamia-kamel-amun-starrs-musical-iheart-radio/): At the crossroads of ancient civilizations and modern allure, Egypt stands tall as a captivating and thriving tourist destination, drawing in travelers from all corners of the globe. In a distinguished radio interview on the famous American radio station, Voice of New York &#8211; iHeart Radio, Lamia Kamel, founder of the Narrative Summit and former Assistant Minister of Tourism and Antiquities for promotion, shed light on Egypt&#8217;s remarkable growth in the tourism sector, particularly with an influx of visitors from the United States. Here, we explore the factors that have propelled Egypt to become one of the most sought-after tourist hotspots,...
- [Netflix Wraps Production of Season 2 for AlRawabi School For Girls: What's Next?](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-season-2-for-alrawabi-school-for-girls/): Netflix is celebrating as they wrap production of season 2 of one of their most successful and highly anticipated Arabic series, AlRawabi School For Girls. Netflix and creator and director of AlRawabi School For Girls, Tima Shomali, have both released exclusive videos on their social platforms today confirming that filming has concluded after 60 days in Amman, Jordan. Marking this huge milestone for the popular show suggests the launch date could be the entertainment services next big announcement. Ms Abeer Returns and Makes Her TikTok Debut To tease the fans, a comedic video shared on Netflix MENA&#8217;s social media platforms reveals...
- [The American Center Cairo Reopens to Visitors Following the COVID-19 Pandemic at the U.S. Embassy, Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/the-american-center-cairo-u-s-embassy-cairo/): The American Center Cairo (ACC)—the U.S. Embassy&#8216;s primary cultural and educational center in Egypt—reopened its doors to visitors at a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Ambassador John Desrocher. Representatives from cultural and academic institutions, program partners, and community members joined in the celebration, where guests toured the ACC and learned about its free digital and print resources, technology programs, professional workshops, and cultural seminars. Echoing the words of American inventor and diplomat Benjamin Franklin, Ambassador Desrocher heralded the opportunities presented by the ACC’s re-opening: “As Benjamin Franklin said, ’Out of adversity comes opportunity.’ During the pandemic, our American Center...
- [Hisham Kharma Performs at the Opening Ceremony of The World Aquatics Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/hisham-kharma-world-aquatics-festival/): Music composer &amp; producer Hisham Kharma participated in the World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup in Hurghada’s Soma Bay. Kharma scored and performed the official theme of the championship, in addition to rearranged scores from his work and two brand new ones. World Aquatics Open Water Swimming World Cup features 600 competitors from all over the world, and is considered as one of three water championships Egypt hosts this year, in addition to Artistic Swimming World Cup and Beach Water Polo Qualifyings. Kharma’s music for the championship has a distinctive rhythm that suits the atmosphere of the event, with the...
- [Dale MacPhee Named General Manager of Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis](https://www.el-shai.com/dale-macphee-general-manager-waldorf-astoria-cairo-heliopolis/): Waldorf Astoria Cairo Heliopolis, Egypt’s most anticipated luxury hotel opening, has appointed Dale MacPhee as its General Manager. Upon its opening this summer, the hotel will mark Waldorf Astoria’s brand debut in Egypt and the African continent, offering one-of-a-kind luxury experiences and seamless elegant service to residents and travelers staying in the Egyptian capital. With her extensive expertise in hospitality, MacPhee will lead a highly skilled team of luxury hospitality professionals in all aspects of hotel operations &#8211; from guest service, food and drink, spa and wellness, to marketing and hotel administration. MacPhee began her journey with Hilton 30 years ago...
- [Meet Mohamed Diaa ElDin Osman: The Creative Director Behind Some of the World's Most Iconic Ads](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-diaa-eldin-osman-egypt-creative-director/): Advertising is a field that requires creativity, innovation, and passion to create campaigns that leave a lasting impression on the audience. Mohamed Diaa ElDin Osman, also known as &#8216;Diaa&#8217;, is a renowned Group Creative Director at Ogilvy New York. He is one of the most influential figures in the advertising industry, having created award-winning campaigns for globally recognized brands such as Netflix, EA Games, Air Jordan, Instagram, Facebook, and more. In this article, we will delve into Diaa&#8217;s education, career, campaigns, awards, and recognition in the advertising industry. From Computer Science to Advertising: Diaa&#8217;s Journey Diaa&#8217;s passion for advertising started after...
- [Hyatt Centric Cairo West: The First Lifestyle Art Hotel in Egypt To Open in 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/hyatt-centric-cairo-west-lifestyle-art-hotel/): On Thursday, the 12th of May 2023, the Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, H.E Mr. Ahmed Issa, and General Ahmed Rashid, Governor of Giza, witnessed the signing ceremony of the first Lifestyle Art Hotel in Egypt, Hyatt Centric Cairo West, located in the Pyramids Heights Business Park. The contract was signed between ALDAU Development, a member of Sami Saad Holding, and Hyatt Hotels Corporation, marking the second hotel in Cairo under the Group&#8217;s management. The event was attended by journalists, writers, and media representatives. The First Lifestyle Art Hotel in Egypt Hyatt Centric Cairo West, which will be opened in early...
- [احمد داوود عن فيلم يوم ١٣](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%88%d9%88%d8%af-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%85-%d9%a1%d9%a3/): يتتبع فيلم &#8220;يوم 13&#8221; حياة عزالدين، الذي يلعب دوره أحمد داوود، حيث يعود إلى قصر عائلته بعد عودته من الخارج لبيعه. ومع ذلك، يكتشف أسرارًا غير متوقعة تحول تصوره لعائلته والقصر. يتميز الفيلم بأداء عدد من نجوم السينما المصرية البارزين، بما في ذلك دينا الشربيني وشريف منير وأحمد زاهر وجمانة مراد ومحمود عبد المغني وأروى جودة ونسرين أمين ومحمد ثروت وفدرا ومحمد كيلاني ومجدي كامل ونهال عنبر ونهى عابدين وجيهان خليل وإيناس كامل. وقد تم تأليف الموسيقى التصويرية للفيلم من قبل هشام خرما وتم إنتاجه بواسطة شركة أوسكار ديستريبيوشن، وقام وائل عبد الله بإخراج الفيلم وكتابة السيناريو.
- [دينا الشربيني عن فيلم يوم ١٣](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%86%d8%a7-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%8a-%d8%b9%d9%86-%d9%81%d9%8a%d9%84%d9%85-%d9%8a%d9%88%d9%85-%d9%a1%d9%a3/): يتتبع فيلم &#8220;يوم 13&#8221; حياة عزالدين، الذي يلعب دوره أحمد داود، حيث يعود إلى قصر عائلته بعد عودته من الخارج لبيعه. ومع ذلك، يكتشف أسرارًا غير متوقعة تحول تصوره لعائلته والقصر. يتميز الفيلم بأداء عدد من نجوم السينما المصرية البارزين، بما في ذلك دينا الشربيني وشريف منير وأحمد زاهر وجمانة مراد ومحمود عبد المغني وأروى جودة ونسرين أمين ومحمد ثروت وفدرا ومحمد كيلاني ومجدي كامل ونهال عنبر ونهى عابدين وجيهان خليل وإيناس كامل. وقد تم تأليف الموسيقى التصويرية للفيلم من قبل هشام خرما وتم إنتاجه بواسطة شركة أوسكار ديستريبيوشن، وقام وائل عبد الله بإخراج الفيلم وكتابة السيناريو.
- [What if the Writers’ Strike by The Writers Guild of America Lasts Several Years?](https://www.el-shai.com/writers-strike-the-writers-guild-of-america/): The Writers Guild of America has gone on strike over unfair pay, AI job threats, and lousy work conditions. What will be the impact on the industry?
- [Mohamed Samir: From Cinematography to Directing "Harley"](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-samir-cinematography-to-directing-harley/): Mohamed Samir is a talented Egyptian filmmaker who has been making waves in the Arab film industry in recent years. Starting out as a cinematographer, he quickly rose to prominence with his impressive camera work and unique visual style. After 15 years of working behind the camera, Mohamed Samir decided to take on a new challenge and step into the director&#8217;s chair. Since then, he has directed a number of successful drama series and films that have earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. Early Career as a Cinematographer Before making a name for himself as a director, Mohamed...
- [Xbox Game Studios Game Camp coming to Egypt, as part of Africa tour](https://www.el-shai.com/xbox-game-studios-game-camp-egypt/): Today, Microsoft, through its Africa Transformation Office (ATO), announced its planned Xbox Game Studios Game Camp Africa, a two-day conference to recognize and celebrate all game creators across more than 50 diverse countries and regions. The conference will run from July 15th – 16th, 2023, and is open for applications today. With soaring interest from African youth, the gaming industry is set to grow exponentially across the continent, as more people get connected to the internet. According to the 2021 GSMA mobile economy report, 303 million people, about 28% of the population in sub-Saharan Africa, are connected to mobile internet, a...
- [IFC and World Bank Host Summit to Advance Women's Economic Participation in MENA](https://www.el-shai.com/ifc-world-bank-host-summit-womens-economic/): IFC and the World Bank brought together leaders in Cairo to discuss legal reforms and policy support to advance women’s economic participation in MENA.
- [Interview with Amina Khalil: Her Role in "El Harsha el Sabaa", Views on Relationships, and Future Projects](https://www.el-shai.com/interview-amina-khalil-el-harsha-el-sabaa/): During a recent interview, we had the opportunity to converse with Amina Khalil, the prominent actress known for her role in the popular Ramadan series &#8220;El Harsha el Sabaa&#8220;. Our conversation covered various topics including her character in the series, her perspectives on relationships, the warning signs she looks out for, and her future projects. Amina Khalil shared her experience of portraying the character in the series and how it resonated with her on a personal level. She expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to represent a relatable and authentic character on screen. When discussing relationships, Amina Khalil emphasized the importance...
- [Egyptian Mummy Head Kept in a Cupboard for a Century for Sale in UK](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-mummy-head-cupboard-sale-in-uk/): The sale of ancient Egyptian artifacts is a controversial practice that many believe results in the loss of Egypt's cultural heritage. Recently, a 2,800-year-old mummy head was put up for sale in the UK, sparking concern and outrage among those who believe such items should be returned to Egypt.
- [Yet Another Mother Sexually Exploiting Her Children on YouTube – Again!](https://www.el-shai.com/controversy-heba-el-sayed-youtube-video-egypt/): The online community in Egypt has been outraged by a video posted on YouTube by a blogger named Heba El Sayed. In the video, she claims to have walked in on her children in a compromising position in their bedroom. The blogger, accompanied by her young children, has faced allegations of exploiting her children and violating their dignity in the video. This incident highlights the growing concern over the exploitation of children for the sake of online content creation. In recent years, the trend of &#8220;family vlogging&#8221; has gained popularity, with parents documenting their children&#8217;s lives and experiences on social media...
- [First Penumbral Lunar Eclipse in 2023: Will We See it in Egypt?](https://www.el-shai.com/first-penumbral-lunar-eclipse-in-2023-will-we-see-it-in-egypt/): On May 5th, 2023, the first penumbral lunar eclipse of the year will take place, with many sky watchers excitedly anticipating the event. But the question on everyone&#8217;s mind&#8230; Will the Upcoming Penumbral Lunar Eclipse be Visible from Egypt? According to the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG), a semi-shadow eclipse will occur on Friday, coinciding with the full moon of the Islamic Shawwal month for the year 1444AH. The head of NRIAG, Gad al-Qady, explained that the earth’s semi-shadow area will cover approximately 96.4 percent of the moon’s surface. The upcoming penumbral lunar eclipse will last for four...
- [The Release of The Back Row’s Official Poster and the Film’s Premiere Will be on May 17](https://www.el-shai.com/the-back-rows-official-poster/): Victoria Film has released the official poster for The Back Row film directed by Sherif Mohsen. The film is scheduled to be released in Egyptian theaters on May 17. The poster reveals the film&#8217;s stars Bayoumi Fouad in an outfit from Upper Egypt and black glasses, alongside the young man Tayam Amar, to think about what kind of a relationship that connects them? The film tells the story of a naive young guy who has a single story to life, but he goes through a one-day journey, which turns all his concepts upside down. The Back Row stars Bayoumi Fouad and...
- [Spotted: Backstreet Boys in Egypt Ahead of their concert at ZED East!](https://www.el-shai.com/backstreet-boys-in-egypt-concert-zed-east/): American pop music icons Backstreet Boys explore Egypt's iconic landmarks ahead of their first-ever concert in the land of the pharaohs in May 2023. The event is part of Ora Developers Egypt's initiative to reinforce Egypt's entertainment hub status in the region.
- [Don’t miss these bestselling book-to-screen adaptations, only on Disney+](https://www.el-shai.com/bestselling-book-to-screen-adaptations-disney/): Book-lovers, rejoice! Disney+ is bringing you the latest silver screen adaptations of bestselling books. The latest addition? Reese Witherspoon’s popular book club pick, ‘Tiny Beautiful Things,’ an enthralling tale about how one woman’s unravelling life provides the perfect perspective for a revered advice column. From heart-clenching romances to nail-biting thrillers, sneak a peek at all the books that you can relive, only on Disney+. Tiny Beautiful Things Based on Cheryl Strayed&#8217;s best-selling collection, Tiny Beautiful Things is about Clare, whose marriage is on its last leg; whose daughter barely talks to her; and whose writing career is non-existent. When a friend...
- [Gas Leak Causes Massive Fire, Destroying Church of the Virgin Mary in Dairut City, Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-massive-fire-church-of-virgin-mary-dairut/): On Saturday, a massive fire caused by a gas leak broke out at the Church of the Virgin Mary, the Archangel Michael, Martyr Abu Sefein, and St. Karas in Assiut&#8217;s Dairut City in Upper Egypt. The church, which was made of wood, and all its annexes were entirely destroyed in the fire. The tragic incident caused great sadness to the Christian community in Egypt, and many people have been wondering how such an unfortunate event could happen. The Cause of the Fire According to the statement released by the Sanabu and Dairut Diocese, the fire started at around 4 am due...
- [Youm 13: Breaking the Egyptian Box Office After Eid Al Fitr](https://www.el-shai.com/youm-13-egyptian-box-office-after-eid-al-fitr/): Ahmed Dawood’s film Youm13 topped the Egyptian box office in revenues after Eid Al Fitr to generate today 1,414,796 reaching 13,727,989 in its total revenues. The film topped the Egyptian box office in theaters after Eid season. Yesterday, Youm 13 generated EGP 1,216,345 in box office, while the total revenues for the first week of its release reached EGP 11,096,848. On the fifth day of its release in theatres, Youm 13 generated EGP 1,908,044, while on the fourth day, the revenues reached EGP 2,623,801, and EGP 3,198,841 on the third day. It is worth mentioning that on the second day of Eid Al...
- [Hisham Kharma Leads The Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Opening](https://www.el-shai.com/hisham-kharma-artistic-gymnastics-world-cup/): Music composer and producer Hisham Kharma led the opening ceremony of the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup. The ceremony was accompanied by his orchestra and a 300-athlete Egyptian dancing team, where Kharma performed music he had composed specifically for the championship. Hisham Kharma Leads the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Opening Ceremony Accompanied with his orchestra and a 300-athletes Egyptian dancing team, music composer &amp; producer Hisham Kharma led the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup opening ceremony, performing music he composed specifically for the championship. The opening ceremony was attended by Dr. Ihab Amin the Egyptian Gymnastics Federation president. Kharma is to perform his...
- [Egyptian Makeup Artist Aya Abdelhamid Wins Best Makeup Artist in the Middle East 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/makeup-artist-aya-abdelhamid-best-makeup-artist/): Egyptian makeup artist Aya Abdelhamid has won the title of Best Makeup Artist in the Middle East from the global cosmetics brand Charlotte Tilbury for the year 2023. This comes after the company launched a competition in March of last year to select the best makeup artist in the Middle East, and broadcasted the competition episodes through the company&#8217;s official channel on the global video website YouTube. The Competition The competition consisted of three parts, in which the contestants created a new look each week for a different celebrity guest, and a diverse group of beauty experts from the Arab world...
- [Groundbreaking Musical Tour of Asala Starts in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/musical-tour-of-asala-starts-in-cairo/): Asala, one of the most celebrated singers in the Arab world, has embarked on a new kind of musical tour that promises to be an innovative and unique experience for her fans. In this tour, Asala will perform a series of concerts throughout various Arab countries, each accompanied by a short film that will reveal personal aspects of her life, never before seen by the public. The tour starts in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, where Asala will hold a grand concert featuring a short video showcasing many moments from her personal life, including preparations for her artistic works, such as recording...
- [If You Spoke Out Against Adele James' Casting as Cleopatra and Not Gal Gadot and Zendayah, We Need To Talk](https://www.el-shai.com/adele-james-cleopatra-gal-gadot-zendayah/): We&#8217;ve been trying to avoid the conversation on the new Cleopatra documentary and the casting debate that&#8217;s happening because almost all conversations led to extensive racism, which is disgusting, to say the least. We wanted to take no part in it. But apparently, the whole discussion started again after Egyptian comedian and media critic Bassem Youssef recently appeared on Piers Morgan&#8217;s show, TalkTV&#8217;s Piers Morgan Uncensored, to discuss the new Netflix docudrama, &#8220;Queen Cleopatra.&#8221; During the interview, Youssef criticized the Afrocentric movement for what he described as its appropriation of Egyptian culture and history. Youssef, the former host of the popular...
- [The Call of the Brook: A Short Film by Egyptian Director Jad Chahine Selected for Cannes Film Festival's Prestigious Competition](https://www.el-shai.com/the-call-of-the-brook-jad-chahine-cannes/): THE CALL OF THE BROOK, a short film by the Egyptian director Jad Chahine has been selected to compete in the Cannes Film Festival’s LA CINEF official competition (May 16 to 27, 2023). Following the announcement, Jad Chahine expressed his excitement for the nomination, saying: “I’m very glad that our film debut made it to this iconic festival, and I’m honoured and proud to be one of the Egyptian selections in this year’s edition of the festival. THE CALL OF THE BROOK is the first Egyption film in this section since 2014.” THE CALL OF THE BROOK follows a young boy...
- [Hurghada Beaches: Your Ultimate Guide to Fun in the Sun](https://www.el-shai.com/hurghada-beaches-ultimate-guide-fun/): Discover the best beaches in Hurghada, Egypt! From secluded shores to popular islands, this guide has it all. Plus, tips for a perfect beach vacation.
- [2023 Eid Al-Fitr Box Office: What's Hot, and What Flopped?](https://www.el-shai.com/2023-eid-al-fitr-box-office-whats-hot-what-flopped/): The Eid films of 2023 have been a hit with cinema-goers, with seven movies experiencing high demand across various genres, including historical, horror, action, and comedy. Harley, starring Mohamed Ramadan, takes first place by a landslide: &#8220;Harley&#8221; has grossed over 11 million Egyptian pounds so far, making it the most successful Eid film of 2023. The film revolves around the story of a mechanical engineer named Harley, who returns to Egypt with his family after studying in the Gulf. He uses his intelligence and speed to work with a gang, becoming the closest member to the gang leader. The film stars...
- [inDrive Installs Lighted Billboards to Ensure Passenger and Driver Safety During Ramadan in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/indrive-lighted-billboards-safety-ramadan-cairo/): Ramadan is a time when people travel more often after nightfall. However, poorly lit streets can make it challenging to locate pick-up and drop-off points, leading to unsafe situations for passengers and drivers. To address this concern, inDrive – a global mobility and urban services platform – has installed 20 billboards and light boxes on poorly lit streets in Cairo, Egypt. These billboards serve as pick-up and drop-off points and promote the safety of both passengers and drivers. Enhancing Safety and Visibility inDrive has designed and installed lighted billboards in several locations across Cairo, including Maadi, Giza, New Cairo, and Mokattam....
- [Meet Hamza Diab: The Young Actor Who Found His Passion and Overnight Fame](https://www.el-shai.com/hamza-diab-young-actor-kamel-el-addad/): At El-Shai, we love to celebrate young talents, especially during Ramadan. While the talents we usually pick are around their mid-twenties, this year&#8217;s real rising stars were a lot younger. This year, we were blown away by the young cast of the series &#8220;Kamel El Addad,&#8221; who stole the show and had everyone talking. One of these talents is Hamza Diab, who we were surprised to discover is not just a good young actor but has a lot more to offer. From Football to Acting: A Surprising Turn of Events Hamza Diab was born on April 30th, 2006, and originally wanted...
- [Milan Design Week Revives the Egyptian-Italian Culture and Brings Cleopatra and Antonio Back to Life](https://www.el-shai.com/milan-design-week-egyptian-italian-culture/): Within the proceedings of Milan Design Week, which takes place on (17-23) April, the Cleopatra and Antonio Exhibition kicks off. Some Egyptian and Italian exhibitors will take part in this exhibition, aiming at reviving Egyptian-Italian history and culture. The Cleopatra and Antonio Exhibition, which lasts until April 30, displays a contemporary illustration of the possible lifestyle of the well-known couple. This will happen through the collaboration between the most famous brands in architecture, decoration, and manufacturing, which present modern designs highlighting the spirit of the common history between Egypt and Italy, the relationship between the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra and Greek leader...
- [Meet Ali Sobhy: The Multitalented Rising Star of Tahet El-Wesaya](https://www.el-shai.com/ali-sobhy-rising-star-tahet-el-wesaya/): If you&#8217;ve been keeping an eye on the latest buzz in the entertainment industry, then you&#8217;ve probably heard of Ali Sobhy, the rising star who caught the attention of viewers in the hit TV series &#8220;Tahet El-Wesaya.&#8221; Here are five things you need to know about the talented actor: Ali Sobhy Started his Artistic Journey at the Young Age of 14 Ali Sobhy was born in 1983 and started his artistic journey at the age of 14 with Mansour Mohamed&#8217;s studio team. He&#8217;s Multitalented He has an impressive background in acting, theater, contemporary dance, and singing. His dedication and hard work...
- [EISSA (I PROMISE YOU PARADISE) to Premiere at Cannes Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/eissa-i-promise-you-paradise-cannes-film-festival/): Competing in the Critics’ Week section, the short film EISSA (I PROMISE YOU PARADISE) by Morad Mostafa lands its world premiere at the Cannes film Festival (16 &#8211; 27 May). “Over the years, we have collaborated with volunteers, so short films can be seen. EISSA (I PROMISE YOU PARADISE) is like many other projects, made by writer and director Morad Mostafa and producer Sawsan Yusuf, who made a perfect work. We are proud of the film quality we achieved together, which led the film to be part of Critics&#8217; Week. We have to mention our beloved creative partner, DOP Mostafa El...
- [Ramadan Listening Trends: Spotify Reveals What Egyptians Listened to in the Holy Month](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-listening-trends-spotify-reveals-what-egyptians-listened-to-in-the-holy-month/): As Ramadan draws close and Eid approaches, Spotify reflects on the listening trends that emerged throughout the Holy Month on its recently launched new and dynamic Ramadan experience hub. Designed to be the perfect audio companion for listeners during this special time of the year, the Ramadan hub offers listeners new highlights, audio clips, and daily releases of music and podcasts. Every week had its unique theme, designed to connect listeners closer to the spirit of Ramadan. Moreover, users had personalized content on the &#8220;Your Ramadan 2023&#8221; playlist summarizing their Ramadan audio experience. Spotify data reveals it was an exciting time...
- [Wrap-up: Our Favorite Ads For Ramadan 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/wrap-up-our-favorite-ads-for-ramadan-2023/): Ramadan is almost coming to an end, so it’s time to wrap up everything we’ve seen so far, starting with this year’s ads. From the gripping tunes of Orange and Magdi Yacoub Foundation, Misr Italia Properties&#8217; celebration of hope and bright possibilities, to the awe-inspiring melodies delivered by Ahl Masr Foundation and Banque Misr, this season had us humming all month long! Let’s not forget the surprising appearance of Mohamed Salah and his family in Vodafone&#8217;s ad, and the unexpected presence of a-list celebrities with Union Air and Talabat? If you haven&#8217;t seen the ads, we got them for you, and...
- [Amir El-Masry Takes Part in Cannes Film Festival with His New Film Club Zero](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-cannes-film-festival-film-club-zero/): Amir El-Masry, the Egyptian-British award-winning actor, is set to take part in the 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival with the new film Club Zero by director Jessica Hausner. The festival is scheduled to be held from 16 to 27 May. About the film Club Zero The film follows Miss Novak, who has recently joined the faculty of an esteemed international boarding school to impart her knowledge on the merits of conscious eating. She advocates for the idea that reducing one&#8217;s food intake can lead to a healthier lifestyle. Despite her efforts, her colleagues are initially slow to catch on...
- [A Look into Dina El Wedidi's Upcoming Album "Five Seasons": A Musical Journey Through Human Emotions](https://www.el-shai.com/dina-el-wedidi-new-ablum-five-seasons/): Egyptian singer and songwriter Dina El Wedidi is set to release her highly anticipated third album, Khamas Fesool (Five Seasons,) which includes five different songs, each representing a specific emotion and a unique story. The album is a reflection of Dina&#8217;s experiences in composing and writing music, as she collaborated with a group of young poets and five music arrangers to create a unique musical journey. The Story Behind &#8220;Five Seasons&#8221; Dina El Wedidi is a well-known singer and songwriter from Egypt who has made her mark in the music industry with her unique style and powerful voice. Her upcoming album,...
- [Taht El Waseya: A Wake-Up Call for Women's Inheritance Rights and Guardianship Laws in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/taht-el-waseya-guardianship-laws-egypt/): The recent TV series Taht El Waseya (Under Guardianship) has brought to light the major flaws in laws related to women in Egypt.  The series tells the story of Hanan, played by Mona Zaki, a widow who faces numerous challenges after her husband&#8217;s death, including the inability to inherit her children&#8217;s money, which is now under the guardianship of their grandfather. Unfortunately, we have to wait for TV series to discuss major flows in our laws, but at least at least we&#8217;re having the discussion. Let us delves deeper into the topic of women inheriting their children&#8217;s money and the struggles...
- [New Astronomical Phenomenon: Venus and the Pleiades Star Cluster in the Sky of Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/venus-pleiades-star-cluster-egypt/): Exciting news for Egyptian stargazers! On April 11, 2023, Venus will be paired with the Pleiades star cluster in the western sky. Professor Ashraf Tadros assures that this astronomical phenomenon is safe to observe and is enjoyable for enthusiasts. Clear weather and a cloudless sky are all you need.
- [Mohamed Moheb, the Sheikh Zayed Pit Bull Attack Victim, Dies](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-moheb-sheikh-zayed-pit-bull-attack-dies/): The family of Mohamed Moheb announced his death after he was attacked by a pit bull in the city of Sheikh Zayed, Egypt. The victim was an official at one of the local banks and was mauled by the predatory canine in a well-known compound in the area. The severity of his injuries led to his deteriorating health, and he was transferred to a private medical facility, where he was in a coma. What Happened? According to the victim&#8217;s family members and neighbors, Mohamed Moheb and his son observed the defendant&#8217;s dog on the balcony without a muzzle or restraint. They...
- [Indigo Festival in Sinai: Yet Another Zionist Celebration Amidst Oppression](https://www.el-shai.com/indigo-festival-in-sinai-zionist-celebration/): Amidst the ongoing oppression and violence by the Israeli occupation army in Palestine, the Indigo Festival started today at the Time Coral Resort hotel in Sinai, Egypt. The festival, which will last for five full days on the land of Sinai, claims to represent a meeting place for all music and &#8220;freedom&#8221; lovers. However, the festival raises concerns about cultural normalization, which enables the occupation to present itself in a positive light to the world. The History of the Indigo Festival The Indigo Festival began in 2009 in northern Israel, where it hosted leading artists from various styles, including Chillout, Psychedelic...
- [The Best Time to Quit Smoking: Taking Advantage of Increasing Cigarette Prices](https://www.el-shai.com/quit-smoking-benefits/): Are you a smoker struggling to quit smoking? Are you looking for a sign to quit? Well, this could be it. With the recent hike in cigarette prices, now is the best time to consider quitting smoking. In this article, we&#8217;ll discuss the reasons why it&#8217;s an excellent time to quit smoking and how you can overcome the addiction. The Increase in Cigarette Prices Egyptian cigarette and tobacco prices have recently witnessed a new increase, which came into effect on Thursday, April 6. Philip Morris-Egypt announced the new price list for its cigarette and heated tobacco products, with prices ranging from...
- [Meet Aya Samaha, the Rising Talent to Keep an Eye On](https://www.el-shai.com/aya-samaha-the-rising-actress/): Aya Samaha is a name that is making waves in the entertainment industry. 2023 has been a big year for her, with two TV shows, “Al-Soffara” and “Kamel el Adad,” where she shared screen space with some of the most popular names in the industry, such as Dina el Sherbiny and Ahmed Amin. In “Al-Soffara,” Samaha played the character of “Sherine” opposite Ahmed Amin, who tries to win her affection over and over throughout the series. Samaha played multiple versions of Sherine, and her performance in the series was a resounding success and was well-received by the audience. And in “Kamel...
- [Experience the Authenticity of Ramadan at The Palace Tent in Baron Palace](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-at-the-palace-tent-in-baron-palace/): To provide an authentic and unique experience to guests during Ramadan, The Palace has opened a luxury Ramadan Tent located in the historic Baron Palace in Heliopolis. In this article, we will explore The Palace and what it offers to its guests. The Palace: A Unique and Authentic Ramadan Experience The Palace offers a unique and authentic experience that combines luxurious food with live entertainment in a beautiful and historic setting. The Palace is designed to transport guests back in time to the golden age of Ramadan festivities, what they call “A Recall to Authenticity.” The Palace&#8217;s unique decor and interior...
- [Egyptian Cigarette and Tobacco Prices See New Spike Due to Foreign Currency Crisis: Why and What Products are Affected?](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-cigarette-tobacco-prices-in-egypt/): Egyptian cigarette and tobacco prices have recently witnessed a new increase, which came into effect on Thursday, April 6. Philip Morris-Egypt announced the new price list for its cigarette and heated tobacco products, with prices ranging from EGP 39 to EGP 59 per consumer. The company stated that the price hike is due to the foreign currency crisis and the rise in production requirements. In this article, we will dive deeper into the details of the price increase and its implications. Why have cigarette and tobacco prices increased in Egypt? Ibrahim El-Embaby, the head of the tobacco and shisha department at...
- [Cairo Student Detained for Stabbing His Ex For Leaving Him: Victim Shares Horrific Backstory](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-student-detained-for-stabbing-his-ex/): Mohammed Abdulhadi, a student and resident of the Nuzha police department in Cairo, was recently detained after assaulting Fatma Al-Arabi, a 20-year-old student and resident of the Cairo police department&#8217;s jurisdiction. This incident was reported to the Cairo police in Nasr City by a hospital after Fatma Al-Arabi was admitted with bodily injuries caused by a sharp object. The suspect, upon being confronted, confessed to assaulting her due to a verbal altercation that took place between them. The Assault and Backstory Fatma Al-Arabi had posted pictures of herself covered in blood on her Instagram page, accusing her ex-boyfriend, who she refers...
- [With "Kamel El-Addad" Ending: Let's Talk about Dina El Sherbiny](https://www.el-shai.com/kamel-el-addad-dina-el-sherbiny/): It&#8217;s safe to say that the one show that has captured the hearts of audiences is &#8220;Kamel El-Addad,&#8221; a heartwarming comedy that features actress Dina El Sherbiny in a standout performance. Granted, the series had an advantage by airing before Ramadan actually started, which grabbed more viewers in a smart marketing move by Shahid. But that doesn&#8217;t mean the series does not deserve it&#8217;s praises, particularly Dina El Sherbiny. About Kamel El-Addad: &#8220;Kamel El-Addad&#8221; is a fast-paced TV series that consists of 15 episodes, filled with comedic adventures that have captivated viewers and kept them entertained throughout Ramadan. The story revolves...
- [Renowned Composers Stand in Solidarity with Rageh Dawood Against Misuse of Music in TV Series "Seroh El-Bat'aa"](https://www.el-shai.com/rageh-dawood-seroh-el-bataa-khaled-youssef/): A statement signed by a group of renowned composers and writers expressed their support for Rageh Dawood, a respected music composer, who has raised concerns about the use of his music without proper attribution in the new TV series &#8220;Seroh El-Bat&#8217;aa&#8221;. The Statement The statement highlighted the importance of protecting intellectual property rights for music composers and writers in the entertainment industry. Rageh Dawood expressed his dismay over the use of his music alongside other musicians&#8217; works without his consent, which could mislead the audience and damage his reputation as a composer, which has been recognized for over four decades. The...
- [Controversy Surrounds Placement of Used Car Ad on Front Page of Al-Ahram Newspaper in Egypt: Exploring the Conspiracy Theories and Clarifications](https://www.el-shai.com/controversy-used-car-ad-al-ahram-newspaper/): Controversy surrounds a used car ad on the front page of Egypt's Al-Ahram newspaper. Social media users question its placement and strange details.
- [Egyptian Archaeologists Discover Fossilized River Turtle from 70 Million Years Ago](https://www.el-shai.com/fossilized-river-turtle-egypt/): In a groundbreaking discovery, Egyptian archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a river turtle that is believed to have lived more than 70 million years ago. The discovery was made by a team from Cairo University and the New Valley University, in the city of Kharga, located in Egypt&#8217;s Western Desert. The almost complete turtle shell is suspected to have belonged to a species that thrived in rivers and freshwater. Ahmed Abdel Sharif, the esteemed dean of the Faculty of Science at Cairo University, highlighted that the turtle lived during the age of dinosaurs and disclosed that the discovery had been...
- [Egyptian Parliament Approves Law Imposing Fines on False Meteorological Information](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-parliament-fines-on-false-meteorological/): The Egyptian Parliament&#8216;s Tourism and Civil Aviation Committee has approved a proposed law to reorganize the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA). The new law aims to enhance the quality of meteorological services, attract foreign investment, and promote scientific research in meteorology. It also imposes fines on those who propagate false weather information, aiming to mitigate losses resulting from the dissemination of inaccurate data that could adversely impact the economy. The Need for a Governing Statute for EMA EMA has been operating for over 50 years without a governing statute to regulate its operations. In response to the recommendations of the Arab Meteorological...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Launches CineGouna Market: Elevating Voices in Arab Cinema](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-cinegouna-markets-debut/): In its 6th edition, El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) puts the spotlight on the industry. Leading the charge in this exciting new chapter is the CineGouna Platform (CGP), a long-standing pillar of GFF, which is unveiling its latest initiative: the CineGouna Market. GFF is proud to announce the launch of the CineGouna Market this year and reiterates its commitment to the film industry by centralizing all its industry-focused activities within the heart of the festival – The Festival Plaza. This bustling hub, once reserved for gala screenings and red carpets, now takes on a new role. Under the majestic arches of...
- [Why India Sent Out Invitations to the G20 Summit Under the Name Bharat, and Why It's Significant](https://www.el-shai.com/india-invitations-to-the-g20-summit-bharat/): The G20 Summit, an influential gathering of the world&#8217;s major economies, is set to convene in New Delhi, India. Yet, the invitations were sent by the president of Bharat, not India. This caused major controversy on the event before it even began in political circles and among the general public. Understanding the Names: &#8220;Bharat&#8221; and &#8220;India&#8221; Bharat: Derived from ancient scriptures, &#8220;Bharat&#8221; is the official name for India in the Hindi language. It traces its roots to the legendary King Bharata, who is believed to have ruled the Indian subcontinent and is mentioned in the Indian epic, the Mahabharata. The name...
- [Egypt's Film and Television Industry Faces Wage Disparities and Working Conditions Crisis](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-film-and-television-industry-faces-crisis/): Egypt&#8217;s film and television industry, a cornerstone of Arab entertainment, is currently undergoing a transformative phase. With rising concerns over unfair compensation, grueling working hours, and a disparity in treatment between the stars and the crew, the industry&#8217;s core issues are coming to the forefront. One of the most pressing concerns in the industry is the stark contrast in compensation. While actors, directors, and writers often receive salaries in the millions, the rest of the crew, the backbone of any production, are left with minimal compensation. This disparity becomes even more glaring when considering the working conditions. Crew members often work...
- [For the Price of up to 1000 EGP in Egypt – Is Prime Actually Any Good?](https://www.el-shai.com/price-up-to-1000-egp-egypt-is-prime-good/): Ever thought about spending a cool 1000 EGP on a drink just to quench your thirst? Sounds a bit much, doesn&#8217;t it? That&#8217;s what you&#8217;d pay for the &#8216;Prime&#8217; hydration drink in Egypt. But is it genuinely giving you a bang for your buck? Let&#8217;s jump into the &#8216;Prime&#8217; universe and see if it lives up to its reputation. What&#8217;s the Buzz About Prime Hydration? Created by big influencers, Logan Paul and KSI, &#8216;Prime&#8217; Hydration is the talk of the sports drink world. It&#8217;s celebrated for its one-of-a-kind mix and minimal sugar, promising top-notch hydration. But the real question is, does...
- [There's Apparently an App for Hiring Strangers to Perform Umrah for You at 4k EGP, and Of Course, It's a Scam](https://www.el-shai.com/hiring-strangers-to-perform-umrah-for-you/): The Dilemma of Social Media Religious &#8216;Experts&#8217; In today&#8217;s digital era, the rise of self-proclaimed experts on social media has muddied the waters between genuine religious guidance and opportunistic exploitation. The recent episode with preacher Amir Muneer is a glaring example of this trend. Amir Muneer&#8217;s Controversial Proposition Amir Muneer, branding himself as a religious guide, recently made waves on his Facebook page with a unique proposition. He proposed that followers pay 4,000 Egyptian pounds to have someone else perform the Umrah pilgrimage for them, all facilitated through a digital app. He painted a picture, saying, &#8220;Imagine performing Umrah for your...
- [Preference vs Discrimination: Navigating the Fine Line](https://www.el-shai.com/preference-vs-discrimination/): Recently, we published an article detailing the experience of a woman who faced discrimination during a job interview due to her choice to wear a hijab. To our astonishment, many comments sided with the company, labeling their decision as a mere &#8220;preference&#8221; rather than discrimination. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the blurred lines between personal choices and prejudiced actions. As we delve deeper into the nuances of preference and discrimination, we&#8217;ll frequently refer to this incident as a poignant example. Preference vs Discrimination: Understanding the Basics Ever had a favorite flavor of ice cream or a type of...
- [A Flashmob at Venice Film Festival's Red Carpet: Solidarity for Iran with Palestinian Flags and Representation](https://www.el-shai.com/venice-film-festivals-solidarity-iran-palestinian/): At the recent Venice Film Festival, the red carpet, typically a symbol of glamour and luxury, took on a new role. It became a stage for unity and advocacy, as celebrities and activists united to voice their support for the Iranian people. Among the sea of placards and banners, chants of “Free Iran” and “Women, life, freedom” echoed, with many participants holding posters featuring the image of Iranian director Saeed Roustaee. Roustaee faced imprisonment for showcasing a film at Cannes without the Iranian government&#8217;s approval. His film, “Leila’s Brothers,” delves into a family&#8217;s struggles amidst Iran&#8217;s economic challenges. Prominent among the...
- [Giza Governorate Announces 26th of July Road Closure for Monorail Project](https://www.el-shai.com/26th-of-july-road-closure-monorail-project/): The Giza Governorate has recently made an announcement regarding a significant road closure. The main 26th of July Road will be entirely shut down, starting from the top of the Wadi El-Nil tunnel and extending to the beginning of the Lebanon Bridge. This closure is set to begin today and will last for a duration of six months, affecting both directions and spanning approximately 400 meters. The primary reason behind this decision is to pave the way for the first phase of the Wadi El-Nil monorail station. This is a segment of the broader 6th of October monorail line project, which...
- [Mohamed Al-Fayed: Unveiling the Extraordinary Life of the Harrods Tycoon](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-al-fayed-harrods-tycoon/): Egyptian businessman Mohamed Al-Fayed passed away in London on August 30th at the age of 94. The funeral was held after the Friday prayer on September 1st, from the Regent&#8217;s Park mosque in London. The businessman&#8217;s son-in-law, Ashraf Haidar, announced on his personal Facebook page: &#8220;Today, my wife&#8217;s grandfather, Egyptian businessman Mohamed Al-Fayed, has passed away to the mercy of God Almighty.&#8221; Mohamed Al-Fayed, a name synonymous with luxury, ambition, and controversy. From the bustling streets of Egypt to the opulence of Harrods in London, Al-Fayed&#8217;s journey is a testament to his indomitable spirit and business acumen. But who was this...
- [It's 2023 and Egyptian Companies are Still Discriminating Against Hijabi Women](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-companies-discriminating-hijabi-women/): In our evolving global society, it&#8217;s disheartening to witness the persistent discrimination against women who opt to wear headscarves. This form of prejudice is not just limited to countries with minority Muslim populations but is surprisingly prevalent even in Muslim-majority nations, where one would anticipate a deeper understanding and acceptance. In some startling cases, women donning hijabs in foreign lands experience more freedom and rights than in their homeland. This paradox raises questions about cultural acceptance and the universality of human rights. A recent event has thrust this issue into the limelight. Nadin Khan, an ambitious young professional, took to TikTok,...
- [How Can You Support Your Partner Who Has Experienced Female Genital Mutilation?](https://www.el-shai.com/support-your-partner-female-genital-mutilation/): The journey of intimacy is a deeply personal and vulnerable aspect of any relationship. When one partner has experienced Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), it requires a unique level of understanding, compassion, and sensitivity to ensure that both partners can experience intimacy in a respectful and caring manner. Due to the taboo of the subject, we barely talk about what sex is like for the women who&#8217;ve undergone FGM, and many men find themselves with partners who have undergone it with no idea how to navigate the situation. While it might seem like FGM is not something within our &#8220;communities&#8221;, it&#8217;s important...
- [Cosmic Carnival: Your Guide to Mercury Retrograde – August 23 to September 14, 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/guide-to-mercury-retrograde-august-23-september-14/): Alright, stargazers and cosmic explorers, get ready for the cosmic cha-cha because Mercury retrograde is sliding into town again! From August 23 to September 14, 2023, the skies are going to throw us a curveball. But fear not, we&#8217;re here to break down the what, why, and how of this celestial shimmy. But first, what is Mercury retrograde? Let&#8217;s talk about Mercury retrograde, shall we? Imagine if you&#8217;re driving down a road, and the car beside you suddenly seems to be moving backward &#8211; freaky, right? That&#8217;s pretty much what happens in the sky. Mercury, the planet that rules communication, tech,...
- [With the Release of Safa7 El Giza: We Can't Believe We're Saying This – But Can We Not Glorify Serial Killers?](https://www.el-shai.com/safa7-el-giza-glorify-serial-killers/): In recent times, the fascination with serial killers has gained significant attention, but it&#8217;s important to redirect our focus towards acknowledging individuals like Gaddafi Farag. If you don&#8217;t know who Gaddafi Farag is, he&#8217;s the inspiration behind the Shahid series &#8220;Safa7 el Giza&#8221; – a serial killer whose crimes extended into 2018, and who is currently incarcerated. Rather than romanticizing criminals, we should delve into their motives and circumstances, as exemplified by Farag&#8217;s actions. A brief about Gaddafi Farag&#8217;s Murders: The initial murder was particularly brutal – that of Reda, Gaddafi&#8217;s childhood best friend and an engineer. Reda&#8217;s unwavering trust in...
- [A Look At The Premiere Night of Awlad Harim Karim Film](https://www.el-shai.com/the-premiere-night-of-awlad-harim-karim-film/): Ahead of its release in Egyptian cinemas on the 30th of August, iProductions held the premiere night of Awlad Harim Karim. Written by Zeinab Aziz, Awlad Harim Karim is directed by Ali Idris. The film stars Moustafa Amar, Amr Abdel Gelil, Bushra, Basma, Dalia El Behairy, Khaled Sarhan, Ola Ghanem, Tayam Amar, Rana Raes, and Hana Dawood. Stars and makers of Awlad Harim Karim celebrated the premiere night of the film amidst the attendance of celebrities, press, and public figures at VOX Cinemas Mall of Egypt. The film tells the love story between Karim Hussein and Ayla. When he proposes to...
- [4 Hidden Gems for Creators on Instagram According to Nourane Owais](https://www.el-shai.com/4-hidden-gems-creators-instagram-nourane-owais/): Article by Nourane Owais Creators like myself come to Instagram every day to create and connect, grow our audience, and build our business. With more than 2 billion people surfing Instagram each month, the platform offers a global reach and wide breadth of features, making it a one-stop-shop for all creators, and providing a variety of opportunities and experiences for creators everywhere. Instagram is a treasure trove of features and tools, but guess what? There are some hidden gems tucked away that you might not have heard about. I’m here to unveil these gems, sharing some sought-after features that aren&#8217;t exactly...
- [Art D’Egypte Announces Largest Edition to Date for the 2023 Edition of Forever is Now](https://www.el-shai.com/art-degypte-2023-edition-of-forever-is-now/): Launched by Nadine Abdel Ghaffar in 2021, Forever Is Now remains the first and only exhibition of contemporary art to take place at the 4500-year-old UNESCO World Heritage site of the Pyramids of Giza and its surrounding plateau. It aims to bring together artists from around the world to reflect on the enduring legacy of one of humanity’s most compelling and mysterious structures. Through the lens of these artists’ interests and practices, Forever is Now aims to trace the continuity of themes that stretch from our ancient past to the present day whilst paying homage to the ingenuity and reflections of...
- [Spanish Football Federation President Accused of Non-Consensual Kiss](https://www.el-shai.com/spanish-football-federation-president-non-consensual-kiss/): A shocking scandal has erupted within the heart of Spanish football, stemming from a deeply contentious incident that unfolded after the Women&#8217;s World Cup victory. The Spanish Football Federation President, Luis Rubiales, is accused of a non-consensual kiss with star forward Jenni Hermoso. This report delves into the events, reactions, and ramifications of this explosive controversy that has reverberated through the sports community and beyond. Unveiling the Controversy: On a day meant for celebration, during the awards ceremony following Spain&#8217;s Women&#8217;s World Cup triumph, President Luis Rubiales kissed Jenni Hermoso on the lips. The unexpected kiss would set in motion a...
- [What Happened in Madinaty? All We Know About The Pharmacist Fatally Ran Over](https://www.el-shai.com/madinaty-pharmacist-fatally-ran-over/): Update, 24th August, 2023: The accused doctor has been sentenced to life imprisonment for deliberately running over pharmacist Basma Ali, causing her death, and injuring her husband and children. The accused faces charges of &#8220;premeditated murder and attempted murder&#8221; and has been placed under pretrial detention, pending the legal proceedings. The case is set to be referred to the Military Criminal Court for adjudication. Prior to this announcement, the military spokesperson underscored the armed forces&#8217; commitment to transparency, aiming to provide accurate information to the public while ensuring the ongoing investigations by relevant judicial authorities remain undisturbed. The court&#8217;s decision serves...
- [WATCH: Trailer for Netflix's Rebel Moon – Zack Snyder's Latest Epic Sci-Fantasy](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-trailer-rebel-moon-zack-snyder-sci-fantasy/): Netflix has set the entertainment world abuzz with the release of the official teaser trailer for the highly anticipated sci-fantasy extravaganza, Rebel Moon. Directed by the visionary filmmaker Zack Snyder, known for his iconic works like &#8220;300&#8221; and &#8220;Man of Steel,&#8221; the teaser trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into a saga decades in the making. The trailer not only showcases the series&#8217; epic scale and stunning visuals but also reveals intriguing ensemble art, introduces key characters, and provides a sneak peek into the storyline of the first two parts of this cinematic masterpiece. About Rebel Moon Rebel Moon transports viewers to...
- [Insights and Tips From Job Applications We Received at El-Shai](https://www.el-shai.com/insights-tips-job-applications-received-at-el-shai/): Ever felt like your job applications vanish without a trace? We get it. At El-Shai, we recently opened our doors to new talent and uncovered something big. Amidst the emails, we realized awesome candidates were slipping through – all because of one crucial thing: the job application itself. I&#8217;m the founder of El-Shai, and I&#8217;ve seen my fair share of job applications &#8211; some fantastic, some forgettable, and some downright disastrous. It&#8217;s time to spill the tea on how to stand out in a sea of applicants and craft an email that won&#8217;t make me reach for the delete button. After...
- [The Canceled Omar Khairat Concert: Violence, Unprofessionalism, Oversold Tickets, and Complete Mayhem](https://www.el-shai.com/the-canceled-omar-khairat-concert/): The recent Omar Khairat concert held at the Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski has ignited a firestorm of controversy, highlighting a cascade of failures that cannot be ignored. From the organizers to the attendees, and even the esteemed musician himself, the entire ordeal demands a thorough examination of accountability. What happened? The organizers of the event displayed an astonishing level of unpreparedness and disregard for their attendees. The most glaring issues began with the venue itself. The stage provided was woefully inadequate for Omar Khairat&#8217;s band, resulting in a subpar musical experience for the audience. Inadequate Venue Preparation As attendees settled into...
- [Breaking Down Egypt's New Property Wealth Tax: What You Need to Know](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-new-property-wealth-tax/): In recent days, there has been a lot of confusion and misinformation circulating regarding Egypt&#8217;s new property wealth tax law. Many are under the misconception that anyone who owns property will be subject to this tax, but that&#8217;s far from the truth. Let&#8217;s break down the facts in simple terms. What Is the &#8220;New&#8221; Property Wealth Tax? The Egyptian government has introduced a property wealth tax as a response to the growing trend of renting residential units for substantial monthly sums. This tax aims to generate revenue and ensure that those who earn income from property rentals contribute their fair share...
- [Cairo University Engineering College Introduces 4-Year Graduation Option](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-university-engineering-college-4-year/): In a significant development, Cairo University&#8216;s Engineering College has unveiled a new initiative that allows students to complete their degree in just 4 years, a reduction from the previous 5-year duration. The decision, formally endorsed by Dr. Ayman Ashour, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, marks a significant shift in higher education regulations. Dr. Hossam Abdel-Fattah, the Dean of Cairo Engineering, highlighted the key details of this change. Under the new regulations, both students enrolled in the regular system and those following the credit hours system will be eligible for the expedited 4-year track. Dr. Abdel-Fattah elaborated that while...
- [Gihan El Shamashergy To Guest Star in the First Episode of The Giza Killer (Safah el Giza)](https://www.el-shai.com/gihan-el-shamashergy-the-giza-killer-safah-el-giza/): The renowned actress, Gihan El Shamashergy, is set to make a special appearance as a guest of honor in the inaugural episode of the series Safah El Giza &#8220;The Giza Killer.&#8221; This eagerly anticipated series is scheduled to premiere on the digital platform &#8220;Shahid&#8221; on August 25th. An Unconventional Role In this first episode, Gihan El Shamashergy takes on the role of a married woman entangled in an unconventional relationship with the serial killer, portrayed by Ahmed Fahmy. Her character becomes ensnared in a series of predicaments, leading to an unexpected climax. Expressing her excitement, Gihan El Shamashergy spoke highly of...
- [Director Amir Ramses Stars Filming "Anf w Thalath Oyoun"](https://www.el-shai.com/director-amir-ramses-filming-anf-w-thalath-oyoun/): On Wednesday, August 23rd, the filming of &#8220;Anf w Thalath Oyoun&#8221; commenced, a production by Lagoonie Film Production in collaboration with Rise Studio. This film offers a contemporary cinematic adaptation of the novel by the esteemed writer Ehsan Abdel Qodous, previously presented in a film format in 1972. Film Synopsis and Creative Team &#8220;Anf w Thalath Oyoun&#8221; is a vivid portrayal of the dramatic and dynamic narrative brought to life through the creative vision of the director Amir Ramses. The screenplay, dialogue, and narrative structure were meticulously crafted by Wael Hamdy. The film is set to grace the silver screen in...
- [The 6th Edition of El Gouna Film Festival Reveals an Astonishing Lineup of Cinematic Excellence](https://www.el-shai.com/6th-edition-of-el-gouna-film-festival-lineup/): The anticipation for the 6th edition of El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) is reaching a crescendo as the first wave of selected films is unveiled. This year&#8217;s lineup promises a blend of established cinematic brilliance and the fresh, innovative voices of emerging filmmakers from across the globe. The festival&#8217;s commitment to celebrating the art of cinema, diversity, and the power of storytelling is showcased through an exceptional selection of films that span genres and cultures. A Celebration of Innovation and Diversity Intishal Al Timimi, the Festival Director of GFF, emphasized the meticulous journey of discovery and discernment that led to the...
- [Phlog Teams Up with Sony MEA to Empower 45 Photographers for Talent Exhibition on World Photography Day](https://www.el-shai.com/phlog-sony-mea-world-photography-day/): Phlog, Egypt&#8217;s pioneering online photography platform, joined hands with Sony MEA to mark World Photography Day by orchestrating three photography walks capturing the breathtaking essence of the Nile. The initiative aimed to showcase Cairo&#8217;s most significant aesthetics while providing a platform for talented photographers to unveil their skills, nurture their potential, and contribute to the advancement of the photography sector in Egypt. Phlog’s mission has always been to empower and support the photography community in Egypt in various ways. Through its partnership with Sony MEA, Phlog provided an exceptional opportunity for 45 photographers to participate in three photo walks along the...
- [Mina El Naggar Successfully Summits Mount Kazbek, the Highest Summit in Georgia at 5054 Meters](https://www.el-shai.com/mina-el-naggar-summits-mount-kazbek/): Actor and mountain climber Mina El Naggar has achieved the ascent of Mount Kazbek in four days, conquering the tallest mountain summit in Georgia at an elevation of 5054 meters. This accomplishment brings his total tally of professionally scaled mountain summits to 28, including the world&#8217;s three highest summits: Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Aconcagua in Argentina, and Elbrus in Russia. After sharing a photo of himself with the Egyptian flag at the summit of Mount Kazbek, Mina expressed, &#8220;I was longing for the mountains so much. Four days to reach the summit of Mount Kazbek, the highest summit in Georgia at 5054...
- [The Ethics of Content Curation: Uncredited Reposts and Their Impact on Creators](https://www.el-shai.com/ethics-of-content-curation-uncredited-reposts/): In an era defined by the ceaseless flow of digital content, content curation has emerged as a powerful tool for sifting through the noise and presenting audiences with curated gems. However, lurking beneath the surface of this seemingly innocent practice lies a complex ethical dilemma. How does this practice affect content creators? What are the far-reaching consequences for the artistic community? And can ethical content curation ever truly be achieved? Understanding Content Curation and the Problems With It In the age of information overload, content curation offers a semblance of order amidst the chaos. Curators handpick pieces that align with a...
- [City Garage Live at City Centre Almaza – A Spectacular Lineup of Entertainment and Fun!](https://www.el-shai.com/city-garage-live-city-centre-almaza/): Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable entertainment experience? Look no further! City Centre Almaza proudly presents City Garage Live, a sensational series of shows and events that will leave you on the edge of your seat! From August 29th to September 22nd, immerse yourself in a world of music, laughter, and excitement as we bring you an extraordinary lineup of concerts and performances that will leave you craving for more. A Mesmerizing Start with Aziz Maraka City Garage Live kicks off with a bang, featuring the immensely talented Aziz Maraka on Tuesday, August 29th. Prepare to be enchanted by...
- [An Interview with Sarah Abdelrahman: 90s, Rivo Season 2, and More! ](https://www.el-shai.com/an-interview-with-sarah-abdelrahman-90s-rivo/): Join us for a heart-to-heart conversation with the talented Egyptian actress Sarah Abdelrahman as we dive into the 90s nostalgia, her latest series Rivo Season 2, the intriguing character development of Yasmin, her thoughts on mental health, the thrills of life in the acting world, and how she stays connected with her fans. Get ready to be inspired and entertained!
- [Lights, Camera, Tax Breaks: Are Films Really Used as Tax Write-offs?](https://www.el-shai.com/are-films-really-used-as-tax-write-offs/): Ever thought about the unlikely pairing of Hollywood glamour and tax write-offs? In the world of finance, creativity often knows no bounds. One intriguing and somewhat controversial practice within the entertainment industry is the utilization of films as tax write-offs. While movies have long been celebrated for their artistic and entertainment value, they also hold a unique place in the realm of tax planning. Yes, there&#8217;s a whole tax strategy behind the scenes that&#8217;s been raising eyebrows and sparking debates. Lights, Camera, Tax Write-offs? So, let&#8217;s break it down. We all know that making movies is a risky business. Some clever...
- [Six Egyptians Detained in Zambia Over Alleged Plane Loaded with $57 Million Cash, 127.2 kg Gold, Narcotics, and Weapons](https://www.el-shai.com/six-egyptians-detained-in-zambia/): Zambian authorities made a significant bust at Lusaka&#8217;s main airport, seizing a plane loaded with narcotics and $57 million in cash, 127.2 kg of gold, and weapons with six Egyptians detained in connection with the incident. Acting on a tip-off from an international intelligence agency, Zambian officials intercepted the plane, which was reportedly en route from Egypt. Upon inspection, a substantial quantity of drugs was discovered on board, suggesting possible involvement in a wider drug trafficking operation. In addition to the drugs, the plane was carrying a significant amount of US dollars, raising concerns of money laundering. The arrested Egyptians are...
- [50 Years of Hip-Hop: Spotify Unveils Top Egyptian Hip-Hop Lists in Celebration](https://www.el-shai.com/50-years-of-hip-hop-spotify-top-egyptian-hip-hop/): To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop, Spotify, the world&#8217;s most popular audio streaming platform, has launched the Hip-Hop Turns Fifty Hub. This destination offers users access to all the data-driven and editorially curated playlists, as well as dedicated shelves for the 50 most-streamed rappers and Hip-Hop albums on Spotify. Among the playlists available is the best of Egyptian Hip-Hop, Melouk El Scene. Hip-Hop was born in New York 50 years ago and continues to have a global influence on music and culture. In honor of its legacy, Spotify explores the genre&#8217;s impact in Egypt. Hip-Hop is the second most popular...
- [Egypt Reopens the Historic Al-Aqmar Mosque: A Glimpse into its 900-Year Legacy](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-reopens-al-aqmar-mosque-900-year-legacy/): In a momentous step towards preserving Egypt&#8217;s rich historical and cultural heritage, the renowned Al-Aqmar Mosque has recently been reopened after an extensive restoration effort. This 900-year-old mosque, located in the heart of Cairo, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess and artistic ingenuity of its time. Its history, significance, and the recent restoration efforts highlight the dedication of Egypt towards safeguarding its cultural treasures. The Al-Aqmar Mosque, also known as the Gray Mosque due to the predominant use of gray stones in its construction, is a stunning example of medieval Islamic architecture. Situated in the historic area of Cairo...
- [Delving into MMA Sports and Rap Battles: A Look At The Exclusive Screening of Khamas Gawlat (Five Rounds)](https://www.el-shai.com/exclusive-screening-of-five-rounds-khamas-gawlat/): The world of cinema and sports collided in a spectacular way as the cast of the highly anticipated movie Khamas Gawlat (Five Rounds) gathered for an exclusive screening. Set in Egypt and the Middle East, this groundbreaking film delves into the realms of MMA sports and rap battles, capturing the attention of fans and enthusiasts alike. The screening, held at a prestigious cinema in the vibrant New Cairo area, served as a thrilling precursor to the movie&#8217;s upcoming public release on August 16th. A Star-Studded Event: The Special Film Screening The special film screening witnessed an array of renowned names from...
- [A Talk With an Egyptian Intersex: The Struggle, The Shame and Finding Peace](https://www.el-shai.com/a-talk-with-an-egyptian-intersex/): I&#8217;ve always been captivated by genetics, matters of sex, and gender issues. The idea that the gender of my body, one of the fundamental attributes of being human, could pose challenges for me has consistently intrigued me. While I don&#8217;t adhere to a hyperfeminine persona, I hold a strong sense of identity as a female. I can&#8217;t fathom feeling any other way. Western media has delved into discussions about transgender issues, and in Egypt, I believe we&#8217;ve made progress in this dialogue, although there&#8217;s much more to change. However, a gender matter that has long fascinated me, and yet scarcely receives...
- [Master of Suspense: Celebrating Alfred Hitchcock's Birthday with His Top 10 Films](https://www.el-shai.com/alfred-hitchcocks-birthday-top-10-films/): Alfred Hitchcock, the cinematic maestro renowned as the &#8220;Master of Suspense,&#8221; left an indelible mark on the world of film with his iconic works. As we celebrate Alfred Hitchcock&#8217;s birthday, let&#8217;s delve into his timeless filmography and discover why these 10 movies stand as shining examples of his storytelling prowess. &#8220;Psycho&#8221; (1960): Starring Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh, &#8220;Psycho&#8221; pushed boundaries with its shocking narrative twists and innovative filmmaking techniques. This psychological horror masterpiece has left an enduring impact on pop culture and garnered four Academy Award nominations. &#8220;Vertigo&#8221; (1958): With James Stewart and Kim Novak in lead roles, &#8220;Vertigo&#8221; delves...
- [On International Left-Handers Day: 25 Fascinating Facts About Left-Handedness](https://www.el-shai.com/international-left-handers-facts-left-handedness/): International Left-Handers Day, celebrated on August 13th each year, is a day dedicated to honoring the diverse world of left-handed individuals. In a world that predominantly favors right-handedness, this day sheds light on the uniqueness and remarkable qualities that left-handers bring to the table. Let&#8217;s delve into 25 intriguing facts about left-handedness that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for this distinctive trait. As we celebrate International Left Handers Day, let&#8217;s embrace the diversity that left-handedness brings to our world. From creativity to unique brain connectivity, left-handed individuals enrich our understanding of human potential in countless ways. So, take a...
- [The Dress Delivery Trend: What Draws the Line Between Beliefs and Boundaries?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-dress-delivery-trend-beliefs-and-boundaries/): In a world that&#8217;s becoming increasingly connected through online shopping and doorstep deliveries, one peculiar incident has shed light on a rather absurd, yet unfortunately not uncommon, scenario. This one involves a dress delivery, a moral police/delivery person, and a husband&#8217;s unexpected enthusiasm for strangers&#8217; wife&#8217;s wardrobe choices. The situation might sound like a plot twist in a sitcom, but it&#8217;s a concerning glimpse into the tangled web of religious beliefs, social norms, and personal boundaries. Picture this: A woman places an order for a dress, eagerly awaiting the delivery that would unveil her newest fashion acquisition. As the delivery person...
- [El Batta El Safra: A Glimpse into the Premiere Night and Intriguing Plot](https://www.el-shai.com/el-batta-el-safra-premiere-night/): As the eagerly anticipated release of &#8220;El Batta El Safra&#8221; approaches Egyptian cinemas on the 9th of August, the excitement in the air is palpable. Rhyme Productions, the driving force behind the film, recently hosted an exclusive premiere night that set the stage for the upcoming cinematic sensation. Penned by Mahmoud Ezzat and masterfully directed by Essam Nassar, &#8220;El Batta El Safra&#8221; boasts a star-studded cast including Mohamed Abdelrahman, Ghada Adel, Mahmoud Hafez, Farah Elzahed, Ebrahim Samir, Hassan Aboelrous, Ahmed Taalat, Salah Abdallah, Samy Maghawry, and Amr Ramzy. Produced by a collaborative effort involving Ramy El Sokkary&#8217;s Rhyme Productions, Mohamed Hefzy&#8217;s...
- [Apparently, There's an Anti-Sunscreen Trend on TikTok, And No, Sunscreen is Not Bad For You](https://www.el-shai.com/aanti-sunscreen-trend-on-tiktok/): In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, trends come and go, but some can have a profound impact on our health and well-being. Enter the &#8220;Anti-sunscreen&#8221; movement, or &#8220;No Sunscreen&#8221;, a viral sensation that has garnered attention on platforms like TikTok. Proponents of this trend argue that skipping sunscreen can be beneficial for your health, sparking debates and concerns among both skincare enthusiasts and medical experts. What&#8217;s the Anti-Sunscreen Movement? The &#8220;Anti-Sunscreen&#8221; movement emerged as a counter-narrative to traditional sun protection wisdom. Influencers and individuals alike advocated for shunning sunscreen, claiming that it prevents the body from producing essential vitamin D...
- [Israeli Model Claims She's Kicked Out of Egyptian Hotel While Accompying Travis Scott](https://www.el-shai.com/israeli-model-egyptian-hotel-travis-scott/): The Travis Scott saga in Egypt continues to take unexpected twists, with the latest addition being the claim of an Israeli model, Shay Zanco, who allegedly got kicked out of a hotel during her stay while accompanying the rapper for the now-canceled Utopia concert. However, with no concrete evidence to support her claims, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over the entire narrative. According to several media reports, Shay Zanco, a successful Israeli model with credentials from prestigious publications like Vogue and Victoria&#8217;s Secret, was allegedly asked to leave a hotel in Egypt once her nationality was discovered. The incident reportedly took...
- [Animated Films You Might Have Hated as a Kid, but Would Love as an Adult](https://www.el-shai.com/cartoons-hated-as-a-kid-but-would-love-as-an-adult/): Animated Films have been an integral part of our childhood, filling our minds with wonder and joy. However, some of these classic cartoons hold a treasure trove of depth and complexity that can only be fully appreciated when viewed through the lens of adulthood. We picked a selection of animated gems that offer profound themes, captivating narratives, and thought-provoking messages, making them a must-watch for grown-ups seeking entertainment with substance. 1. The Hunchback of Notre Dame As a kid, I never understood this film and hated everything about it. Why was she hiding in a church? What&#8217;s the big deal of...
- [Unveiling the Real Story: "Safah El Giza" and the Twisted Mind of Gaddafi Farag](https://www.el-shai.com/safah-el-giza-gaddafi-farag/): Shahid has recently unveiled a captivating array of posters and teasers for the highly anticipated show &#8220;Safah El Giza,&#8221; which is set to be released soon. This intense thriller, based on a true story, promises to delve into the chilling depths of a serial killer&#8217;s mind, revealing the hidden facets of the villain, the victims, and the untold moments that eluded investigations and trial proceedings. The show will unearth cruel secrets, offering viewers a profound and immersive experience. To fully appreciate this thrilling journey in the upcoming series, let us revisit the harrowing story of Egypt&#8217;s notorious serial killer, Gaddafi Farag....
- [Disney+ Unveils Fresh Trailer & Poster for Marvel Studios' Loki Season 2](https://www.el-shai.com/disney-trailer-poster-loki-season-2/): Disney+ released a brand-new trailer and poster to celebrate the upcoming second season of Marvel Studios’ “Loki.”  The first season of “Loki” is the most watched Marvel Studios series on Disney+, and the second season promises new excitement as it thrusts the infamous God of Mischief into a new set of adventures with the TVA. The series&nbsp;stars Tom Hiddleston, Sophia Di Martino, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Wunmi Mosaku, Eugene Cordero, Rafael Casal, Tara Strong, Kate Dickie, Liz Carr, Neil Ellice, with Jonathan Majors, Ke Huy Quan and Owen Wilson. Justin Benson &amp; Aaron Moorhead, Dan Deleeuw and Kasra Farahani direct episodes. The head writer is Eric Martin....
- [Controversial YouTuber Nermine Adel Ordered by N.S. Supreme Court to Pay $175,000 for Defaming Egyptian Diplomat](https://www.el-shai.com/youtuber-nermine-adel-defaming-egyptian-diplomat/): Canadian YouTuber Nermine Adel Khalil, formerly an Egyptian national, faces a hefty penalty of $175,000 ordered by the Nova Scotia Supreme Court. The court found her guilty of making defamatory statements about an Egyptian civil servant, Nashwa Abdelhamid Mohamed Abdelkader. Khalil&#8217;s YouTube videos are known for sharing explicit and obviously fake stories about Egyptian government officials and individuals. Despite lacking any evidence or personal background to support her claims, she has gained a massive following, especially among Muslim Brotherhood members. Refusing to accept the court&#8217;s ruling, Khalil insists on not paying the fine or stopping her malicious comments. The court highlighted...
- [Italian Authorities Discover Body of 19-Year-Old Egyptian, Mahmoud Sayed Abdullah](https://www.el-shai.com/italian-authorities-egyptian-mahmoud-sayed-abdullah/): Italian authorities have recently disclosed the shocking discovery of the body of Mahmoud Sayed Abdullah, a 19-year-old Egyptian youth, near a waterway in Genoa. Mahmoud had migrated illegally to Italy in 2019 and was residing in a center for minors before turning 18 and becoming a hairdresser. The investigation revealed that the perpetrators of this dreadful crime were two of Mahmoud&#8217;s Egyptian colleagues, Ali Abdelghani (known as &#8220;Bob&#8221;), a 27-year-old salon owner in Chiavari, and Ahmed Gamal Kamel Abdelwahab (known as &#8220;Tito&#8221;), aged 26 and living in Genoa. Mahmoud had chosen to leave Bob&#8217;s salon due to conflicts and started working...
- [Renowned Filipino Fashion Designer Michael Cinco's Debut in Egypt at Al Alamein Festival: Everything You Need To Know](https://www.el-shai.com/fashion-designer-michael-cinco-debut-in-egypt/): On August 10th, 2023, the prestigious Al Alamein festival in Egypt will witness a historic moment as the renowned Dubai-based Filipino fashion designer, Michael Cinco, takes the stage to showcase his latest collection, &#8216;The Impalpable Dream of Egypt.&#8217; This grand event, organized by Posh Management in collaboration with Counsel Masters, Skydive Pharaohs, and Al Alamein Arena, promises to be a mesmerizing celebration of art, culture, and Egypt&#8217;s illustrious history.  The Fascination with Ancient Egypt Michael Cinco&#8217;s inspiration for his latest collection stems from his fascination with ancient Egypt. &#8216;The Impalpable Dream of Egypt&#8217; artfully pays homage to Egypt&#8217;s rich cultural heritage,...
- [After a full house concert at the Opera House: Hisham Kharma to Enthrall Audiences at The Library of Alexandria](https://www.el-shai.com/hisham-kharma-library-of-alexandria/): In the realm of musical excellence, few artists possess the talent and versatility that Music Composer &amp; Producer Hisham Kharma embodies. As part of the International Summer Festival, the renowned musician is set to grace the Open Theatre of The Library of Alexandria (Bibliotheca Alexandrina) on Wednesday, August 30, with an awe-inspiring concert that promises to be a sensational fusion of cultural melodies. An Unforgettable Concert at Cairo Opera House Fresh from a full house concert at the illustrious Cairo Opera House, Hisham Kharma captured the hearts of music enthusiasts with a mesmerizing performance. The concert marked the debut of his...
- [Game on TikTok: Digital platforms redefine the entertainment landscape through gaming](https://www.el-shai.com/game-on-tiktok-digital-platforms/): The world of gaming has been supercharged in the past few years. The way digital platform users engage, create and connect through gaming has evolved remarkably. Leading the charge is TikTok, which has witnessed an extraordinary surge over the past year in gaming enthusiasts, connecting through their shared passion. From discovering new games to sharing epic wins and major fails, TikTok has become the ultimate platform for gamers to connect, create and set cultural trends. With a staggering 3 trillion views worldwide for gaming content in 2022, TikTok has transformed into a global hub where diverse audiences connect through their shared...
- [From Empowering Minds to Empowering Melodies: Ally Salama's Musical Metamorphosis as KairoKid](https://www.el-shai.com/ally-salama-musical-metamorphosis-as-kairokid/): Ally Salama, renowned for his mental health advocacy and impressive accomplishments as a Forbes 30 under 30 social entrepreneur, is embarking on an exciting new chapter in his life. With a passion for music and a desire to spread mental health awareness, he is embracing his musical alter ego, KairoKid. About KairoKid – AKA Ally Salama: KairoKid, formerly known as Ally Salama, is an Egyptian-Canadian artist hailing from Giza. He skillfully blends Arabic, English, and Spanish in his music, creating a mesmerizing sound that resonates globally. Drawing inspiration from &#8220;The Alchemist&#8221; by Paulo Coelho, KairoKid believes that his true treasure lies...
- [Haseb Tehlam Explores Impact of Social Media and AI in Lighthearted Comedy Film](https://www.el-shai.com/haseb-tehlam-comedy-film/): In the ever-evolving world of cinema, Director Mohamed Rabie and writer Mahmoud Maged have once again joined forces to bring us an exciting new film titled &#8220;Haseb Tehlam&#8221; (Paydreaming). Set for digital release on August 6, 2023, this film promises to be a unique experience that delves into the potential effects of social media and artificial intelligence on people&#8217;s lives in the future. The Artistic Venture: A Brief Overview Renowned for his previous works, &#8220;Maktoub&#8221; and &#8220;Al-Faramel Wal-Neswan,&#8221; director Mohamed Rabie is no stranger to crafting compelling narratives. &#8220;Haseb Tehlam&#8221; marks a shift in direction for Rabie, as he ventures into...
- [26th of July Main Road to be closed for 6 days: Here Are the Alternative Routes to Navigate the Traffic](https://www.el-shai.com/26th-of-july-main-road-to-be-closed-for-6-days/): The General Administration of Giza Traffic announced a complete closure of the main 26th of July road in the direction coming from 15th of May Bridge and El Tersana Club towards the areas of Lebanon Square and 6th of October City for a duration of 6 days. In a statement, the administration mentioned that this closure is part of the implementation of construction works for the Wadi El Nile Monorail project in Mohandessin &#8211; 6th of October, and the establishment of a new ramp on the 26th of July Road (main road) in the direction coming from 15th of May Bridge...
- [Darb 1718 Center Fights Against Demolition](https://www.el-shai.com/darb-1718-center-fights-against-demolition/): In a shocking turn of events, the beloved Darb 1718 Contemporary Art and Culture Center in Egypt is facing an imminent threat of demolition. The local authority&#8217;s sudden call for the immediate evacuation of the main building without any official notification has sent shockwaves through the artistic community and art enthusiasts alike. The plan aims to expand a street connecting to the Museum of Civilizations, but in doing so, it threatens to wipe out an essential cultural institution that has been a cornerstone of Egypt&#8217;s artistic heritage since its establishment in 2008. The significance of Darb 1718 cannot be overstated. For...
- [Mark Zuckerberg Announces Exciting New Updates on Threads: Introducing Following Feed and Translations!](https://www.el-shai.com/mark-zuckerberg-updates-threads/): In a highly-anticipated announcement, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has dropped a bombshell by revealing a set of groundbreaking updates for Threads, the messaging app under Instagram&#8217;s umbrella. The move comes in response to user feedback and a mission to enhance user experiences on the platform. Following Feed: A Tailored Experience Like Never Before! Threads is set to revolutionize the way users view their feed with the introduction of a new &#8220;Following&#8221; and &#8220;For You&#8221; feed. Now, you get to take complete control of your content consumption! The &#8220;For You&#8221; feed promises a personalized experience, curating posts from profiles you follow along...
- [76% of female drivers in Egypt, KSA drive via Uber to achieve financial independence, support their families](https://www.el-shai.com/female-drivers-egypt-ksa-drive-via-uber/): Over 76% of women who drive using the Uber app in Egypt and Saudi Arabia said they chose to start driving via the platform to become financially independent and to support themselves and their families, according to survey data of Uber female drivers in the two countries. The data from the survey responses portrays an optimistic view of female economic empowerment through the ride-sharing technology platform.  According to the survey, over 70% of women driving on the Uber app are between the ages of 26 and 45. In Egypt, 26% of the entire female population falls within this age bracket, making...
- [The 3rd Edition of Forever Is Now is set to take place at the Great Pyramids of Giza Plateau this October 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/3rd-edition-forever-is-now-pyramids-of-giza/): Following on the success of the first and second edition, Art D’Egypte/Culturvator officially announces that the much anticipated third edition of the internationally acclaimed art exhibition Forever Is Now will be taking place at the Great Pyramids of Giza Plateau this October 2023. The Public Opening Day is slated for 26th October 2023, with this year’s exhibition set to run until 18th November 2023. The exhibition will be held under the auspices of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism &amp; Antiquities, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the patronage of National Commissions for UNESCO with the participation of international and local...
- [Accused Sexual Abuser, Rhye, Set to Perform at Shoreline Festival in Egypt – Why?](https://www.el-shai.com/rhye-set-to-perform-at-shoreline-festival-in-egypt/): In a concert that comes under intense scrutiny, music group Rhye is set to take center stage at the Shoreline Festival in Almaza Bay, Egypt, this Friday. However, the band&#8217;s performance at the festival occurs amidst serious and unresolved allegations against their lead singer, Michael Milosh. It is with a deep sense of concern and scrutiny that we approach the upcoming concert at the Shoreline Festival in Almaza Bay, Egypt, where the music group Rhye is scheduled to take center stage this Friday. One cannot help but wonder why Egyptian event organizers repeatedly choose acts with questionable backgrounds to perform at...
- [225 Years Later: The Battle of the Pyramids and Its Profound Impact on Egypt's Modern History](https://www.el-shai.com/the-battle-of-the-pyramids-egypt-modern-history/): The Battle of the Pyramids fought on July 21, 1798, was a momentous event that left an indelible mark on Egypt&#8217;s modern history. This clash between the French forces under General Napoleon Bonaparte and the Mamluk Beys of Egypt not only altered the political landscape of the region but also had far-reaching consequences that shaped Egyptian society, culture, and nationalism. The French Conquest of Egypt: With the aim of challenging British supremacy and expanding French influence in the Middle East, Napoleon led an expedition to Egypt in 1798. The Battle of the Pyramids was a pivotal moment in this campaign, as...
- [WhatsApp Launches Channels in Egypt, a New Private Broadcast Messaging Product](https://www.el-shai.com/whatsapp-channels-egypt-private-broadcast/): In a bid to offer Egyptians a secure and private platform for receiving essential updates, WhatsApp has proudly launched &#8220;WhatsApp Channels&#8221; in Egypt. This new service aims to become the most confidential broadcast messaging product available to millions of users in the country. With a strong emphasis on privacy, simplicity, and reliability, Channels is set to be a separate and optional feature, ensuring user choice and control. Channels promises to uphold the privacy protections that WhatsApp users have come to rely on, and to achieve this, administrators will not have the ability to add followers to their Channels. Furthermore, to ensure...
- [Egyptian Director Marwan Hamed to Receive El Gouna Film Festival's 2023 Career Achievement Award](https://www.el-shai.com/marwan-hamed-el-gouna-film-festivals-2023/): El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) has announced that the esteemed Egyptian director, Marwan Hamed, will be honored with the prestigious 2023 Career Achievement Award. This recognition celebrates Hamed&#8217;s immense contributions to the Egyptian and Arab cinema industries, evident through his diverse and influential body of work. With groundbreaking films that have set new standards for audiovisual effects in modern Egyptian cinema, Marwan Hamed&#8217;s legacy in visual storytelling is unparalleled, making him a deserving recipient of this esteemed accolade. Expressing profound joy and heartfelt gratitude, Marwan Hamed dedicated the award to his father, the renowned writer Wahid Hamed, and his mother, the...
- [Not Just Another Biopic: Unmasking Oppenheimer](https://www.el-shai.com/not-just-another-biopic-unmasking-oppenheimer/): The name &#8220;Oppenheimer&#8221; carries a legacy that extends far beyond the confines of history books and scientific journals. It is a name that has captured the imagination of filmmakers and audiences alike, leading to the creation of a cinematic masterpiece that has taken the world by storm. Christopher Nolan&#8216;s &#8220;Oppenheimer&#8221; is not just another biopic; it is an epic biographical thriller that delves into the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a brilliant theoretical physicist whose contributions to the Manhattan Project changed the course of human history. Let us unravel the enigmatic figure behind the name and explore why &#8220;Oppenheimer&#8221; is a...
- [Sahel Road Rules: Your Guide to Staying Alive – Literally](https://www.el-shai.com/sahel-road-rules-guide-to-staying-alive-literally/): Summer arrives with its warm embrace and vibrant colors, but lurking beneath the surface lies a chilling reality: a surge in car accidents on the Sahel road.  Just days ago, a heart-wrenching car crash near Marina 3 left 21 individuals, including 13 innocent children, grappling with life-altering injuries. It&#8217;s a devastating reminder of the perilous Sahel Road, where danger looms at every turn. Now, more than ever, we must shed light on the dangerous driver behaviors plaguing this route, empowering you with vital knowledge to save lives. The Slow Lane &amp; Fast Drivers: A Deadly Cocktail: Ironically, the Slow Lane, dubbed...
- [Celebrating International Chess Day: Unveiling Senet, the Pharaonic Predecessor of Chess](https://www.el-shai.com/international-chess-day-senet/): An intense battle of wits, a strategic masterpiece, unwavering focus, and infinite patience—this is Chess, the timeless and renowned board game that has captivated cultures throughout history. While the roots of chess as we know it can be traced back to ancient India nearly 1500 years ago, it is believed that its true origins are deeply intertwined with an ancient Egyptian game called Senet. Can you imagine a game that bridges the gap between life and death? A game that holds religious significance and dates back to ancient Egypt? Prepare to delve into the origins of chess and discover its ties...
- [Movie Scams: Fraudsters Exploit the Popularity of Upcoming Barbie and Oppenheimer](https://www.el-shai.com/fraudsters-exploit-barbie-oppenheimer/): Barbie and Oppenheimer rapidly became two of the most highly anticipated movies of the year. Unfortunately, as is often the case with such popular topics, scammers wasted no time in exploiting Barbie&#8217;s and Oppenheimer’s immense popularity for their own sinister motives. Now, Kaspersky has found that scammers are deceiving unsuspecting users by distributing phishing scams that prey on the excitement surrounding the movie releases, all with the sole intention of tricking individuals and unlawfully acquiring their hard-earned money and sensitive personal data. One of the fraudulent pages discovered lures users with special offers on Barbie dolls coinciding with the movie launch....
- [On Nelson Mandela's international day: A Legacy of Courage, Freedom, and Equality](https://www.el-shai.com/nelson-mandelas-international-day/): Nelson Mandela, born in 1918, dedicated his life to the fight against apartheid in South Africa. From humble beginnings in the village of Mvezo, he emerged as a prominent figure in the struggle for freedom. Inspired by his ancestors&#8217; bravery, Mandela embarked on a lifelong mission to achieve justice and equality for his people. Education and Early Activism: Mandela&#8217;s educational journey took him from Qunu to Clarkebury and Healdtown, where he completed his matriculation. However, his pursuit of higher education at Fort Hare University was cut short by expulsion due to his participation in a student protest. This pivotal moment propelled...
- [Joint Agreement Signed for Prepaid Ticket System and Eco-Friendly Buses in Cairo's Public Transport](https://www.el-shai.com/prepaid-ticket-system-eco-friendly-buses-in-cairo/): In an exciting development for Cairo&#8217;s public transportation, Minister of Local Development Hisham Amna, Minister of Military Production Mohamed Salah Eldin Mostafa, and Cairo Governor Khaled Abdel-Aal recently witnessed the signing of a groundbreaking joint agreement. This agreement marks a significant step towards a more efficient and eco-friendly public transport system in the bustling city. 1. Prepaid Ticket System Implementation The joint agreement aims to introduce a prepaid ticket system for the Public Transport Authority&#8217;s buses in Cairo. 2. Transition to Eco-Friendly Buses The Public Transport Authority will convert its current diesel-powered bus fleet to run on natural gas and electricity....
- [FIFA &amp; TikTok enter first-of-its-kind collaboration to bring tailored content to FIFA Women’s World Cup™ fans](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-fifa-womens-world-cup-fans/): Football fans have yet another reason to head over to TikTok – FIFA and one of the leading and fastest growing entertainment platforms have joined forces to offer tailored content from Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand as the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ kicks off on 20 July. Throughout the tournament, TikTok and FIFA will bring fans closer to the action on TikTok with exciting content, including behind-the-scenes moments, team arrivals, live pre-match content promoting the game and where to watch it, match highlights, player and coach reactions and much more. Fans on TikTok will be able to access the FIFA Women’s...
- [Travis Scott's Egypt Concert at the Pyramids Cancelled Due to "Cultural Concerns"](https://www.el-shai.com/travis-scott-egypt-concert-pyramids-cancelled/): [19 July, 2023] CORRECTION: Despite the Egyptian syndicate of musicians&#8217; announcement stating the cancellation of the Travis Scott concert, Travis Scott&#8217;s manager confirmed that the concert is, indeed, still scheduled to take place as planned. To corroborate this claim, we promptly reached out to Ticketsmarche, and they, too, confirmed that the concert remains on the schedule. Curiously, the syndicate has yet to provide any concrete reasons for the issuance of the cancellation statement, raising questions about the accuracy of their claims. Rest assured, we are monitoring the situation and will keep you informed of any updates as they unfold. For now,...
- [The World Loves K-Romance — and We Have 5 New Series to Make Your Heart Beat Faster](https://www.el-shai.com/k-romance-and-we-have-five-new-series-netflix/): If you have been swept off your feet by the unconventional love story in Crash Landing on You, or melted at the first stirrings of connection in Extraordinary Attorney Woo and Business Proposal, then brace yourselves for a heartbeat-skipping announcement. Audiences worldwide have been growing fonder of K-Romance, and this affection shows no signs of fading. Between 2018 to 2022, global viewership of Netflix’s K-Romance titles tripled. In 2022 alone, more than 90 per cent of this viewing came from outside South Korea. We’re moved by the affection, and we’re eager to return it in kind. As the home for compelling...
- [A Guide to Egypt's Universities: Programs and Tuition Fees for 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-universities-programs-tuition-fees-for-2023/): Congratulations, recent high school graduates! As you embark on your higher education journey, we understand the daunting task of selecting the right university, particularly when considering the financial aspect of Egypt&#8217;s universities. To assist you in making an informed decision, we have compiled a comprehensive guide to Egypt&#8217;s popular universities, shedding light on their tuition fees and scholarship opportunities. Let&#8217;s explore your options together! German University in Cairo (GUC): The German University in Cairo (GUC) offers three tuition fee categories: A, B, and C. The category you fall into depends on your high school grades. Students in categories A and B...
- [Egyptian Police Officer and 5 Rioters Face Trial for Bedouin Murder](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-police-officer-rioters-bedouin-murder/): In a case that has captured national attention, the Public Prosecution has announced its decision to refer a police officer and five other individuals to criminal trial for their alleged involvement in the events that unfolded in the Sidi Brani area of Marsa Matrouh on July 11th, resulting in the tragic death of a Bedouin civilian. The Public Prosecution&#8217;s first official statement regarding the case provided details about the incident in which Hafez Hawiya, also known as Farhat Al-Mahfouzi, lost his life due to a fatal gunshot fired by a police officer. The incident occurred amidst a clash between a group...
- [Ahmed Ezz to Receive Prestigious Faten Hamama Award at Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-ezz-faten-hamama-cairo-international-film-festival/): The upcoming 45th session of the Cairo International Film Festival, scheduled from November 15th to November 24th, 2023, will honor the accomplished Egyptian actor, Ahmed Ezz, with the esteemed Faten Hamama Award for Excellence. This recognition comes as a tribute to Ezz&#8217;s remarkable artistic journey, which began in the late nineties and has left an indelible mark on the world of Egyptian cinema. What is the Faten Hamama Award for Excellence? The Faten Hamama Award for Excellence is a prestigious recognition presented annually at the Cairo International Film Festival. Named after the iconic Egyptian actress Faten Hamama, the award honors individuals...
- [Man Behind Viral "The Dress" Debate Faces Attempted Murder Allegations](https://www.el-shai.com/viral-the-dress-debate-faces-attempted-murder/): A Scottish man who gained widespread recognition in 2015 due to the viral debate &#8220;The Dress,&#8221; surrounding his mother-in-law&#8217;s dress, which appeared either black and blue or white and gold, is now facing serious allegations of attempting to murder his wife. Who would&#8217;ve thought a meme about a dress would turn so dark? Keir Johnston, a 38-year-old resident of the Isle of Colonsay, recently appeared in Glasgow&#8217;s High Court on charges of attempting to murder his wife, Grace Johnston. According to the accusations, Keir subjected Grace to a series of domestic violence acts and controlling behavior over a span of 11...
- [A Look at Frank Sinatra's Performance in Egypt in 1979](https://www.el-shai.com/frank-sinatra-performance-in-egypt-in-1979/): On September 27, 1979, Frank Sinatra made a journey to Egypt, where he took the stage at the foot of the Great Pyramid of Giza. The purpose of his visit was to entertain the audience at the invitation of Jehan Sadat, the First Lady of Egypt. The event, known as &#8220;Gala Amidst The Pyramids,&#8221; successfully generated over $500,000 in funding for the Faith and Hope Rehabilitation Center located in Cairo.
- [A Look at Malcolm X’s soul searching trip in Cairo, Egypt in the Early 60s](https://www.el-shai.com/malcolm-x-soul-searching-trip-cairo-egypt-60s/): Malcolm X embarked on a transformative journey to Cairo in the early 1960s after converting to Islam. This pivotal period had a profound impact on his political views, leading him to emphasize the importance of Black unity and brotherhood in the face of white oppression. Prior to his visit to Cairo, Malcolm had already traveled extensively throughout the Middle East and West Africa, including a life-changing pilgrimage to Mecca. Malcolm X&#8217;s soul searching trip in Cairo in the early 1960s marked a significant turning point in his life and political ideology. This article delves into the experiences, insights, and influences that...
- [Lawsuit Filed to Cancel Travis Scott's Concert in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/lawsuit-filed-cancel-travis-scotts-concert-egypt/): Lawyer Amr Abdel Salam has filed a lawsuit in the Administrative Court of the State Council against the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, demanding the cancellation of the permit for the upcoming concert of American rapper Travis Scott, scheduled to be held at the foot of the Pyramids on July 28th. Amr Abdel Salam stated in a post on his Facebook page that he filed this lawsuit due to the previous concerts of American rapper Travis Scott, which witnessed the practice of satanic and Masonic rituals, drug use, and sexual activities. He added, &#8220;The practices witnessed at the concerts of American...
- [Google launches its generative AI experiment Bard in Arabic](https://www.el-shai.com/google-ai-experiment-bard-in-arabic/): Google announced today the launch of Bard in Arabic, in its largest expansion since it launched in English in March earlier this year. Bard is designed to enable people to use their creative potential by developing and brainstorming new ideas, learn more about the world by exploring topics from different perspectives, and boost productivity by simplifying and summarizing dense content. Powered by Google’s latest language model ‘PaLM2’ which has a multilingual understanding of information, Bard can understand questions in over 16 Arabic dialects, including Egyptian colloquial Arabic and Saudi colloquial Arabic, and in turn share responses in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA)....
- [Sony Music Middle East Appoints Rami Mohsen as Managing Director ](https://www.el-shai.com/sony-music-middle-east-rami-mohsen/): Sony Music Middle East announced today the appointment of Rami Mohsen as its new Managing Director. With over 20 years’ experience in the entertainment industry, Rami brings a wealth of industry expertise and a proven track record of success to the company. Mohsen will oversee strategy and operations in one of the fastest-growing music markets in the world. This appointment comes at a time when the MENA region posted the world’s third highest growth rate in 2022, with revenues from recorded music climbing 23.8% to USD$94 million, according to the IFPI 2023 Global Music Report. Streaming accounted for the vast majority of the market, accounting for a...
- [A New Therapeutic Vision in Antimicrobial Resistance Treatment in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/antimicrobial-resistance-treatment-egypt/): Children&#8217;s Cancer Hospital &#8220;57357&#8221; is proud to announce a memorandum of understanding with bioMérieux, a global leader in diagnostics, to deliver high-value solutions, expertise, and services in antimicrobial stewardship. This partnership aims to enhance healthcare for patients and combat the rising challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Egypt. Through this collaboration, Children&#8217;s Cancer Hospital &#8220;57357&#8221; becomes a strategic partner in defining the medical and economic value of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) while showcasing evidence-based best practices. By leveraging bioMérieux&#8217;s extensive experience in infectious disease diagnostics and global presence, the hospital seeks to significantly improve the supervision of antimicrobials and optimize patient care....
- [The Ultimate Guide to inDrive City to City From Cairo to North Coast](https://www.el-shai.com/indrive-city-to-city-from-cairo-to-north-coast/): Are you planning a trip between Cairo and the North Coast of Egypt? Look no further! inDrive City to City offers a revolutionary &#8220;set your price&#8221; concept that ensures a convenient, reliable, and personalized travel experience.&nbsp; Say goodbye to the hassles of traditional travel options and embrace the freedom and flexibility offered by inDrive. Let us explore the unique features and benefits of inDrive City to City, helping you make informed decisions and create unforgettable memories during your vacations and weekends. Booking Your Trip Made Easy Planning your trip with inDrive City to City is as simple as booking a city...
- [Man Arrested in Egypt for Blackmailing Girl with Personal Photos on WhatsApp](https://www.el-shai.com/man-arrested-egypt-blackmailing-girl-whatsapp/): The Public Prosecution of Nasser Facility decided to refer a young man to trial before the Criminal Court on charges of blackmailing a girl with personal photos of her through the &#8220;WhatsApp&#8221; application. The security apparatus in the Cairo Security Directorate successfully apprehended a young man involved in blackmailing a girl in the jurisdiction of the Mansheyat Nasser police station. He sent messages containing personal photos of her after a citizen reported being affected by a WhatsApp user sending messages to his daughter, including private photos accompanied by phrases that involved blackmail in exchange for not tarnishing her reputation by publishing...
- [4 Arrested for Operating Unlicensed Drug Treatment Center: 75 Recovering Addicts Abused and Held Against Their Will](https://www.el-shai.com/operating-unlicensed-drug-treatment-center/): Four individuals were detained in Cairo, Egypt, for operating an unlicensed addiction treatment center, where drug users were unlawfully detained and subjected to unauthorized treatments. The investigation began when the Maadi Police Department received information regarding the management of a medical center without proper licensing involving the confinement of drug users. The individuals in charge were found to be prescribing medications without medical consultation in exchange for payment. Upon apprehension, it was discovered that three of the four individuals had criminal records, with one serving as the director. Inside the center, 75 people were found, some admitting to being held against...
- [Beating the Heat: How to Support the Community and Stray Animals During Egypt's Heatwave](https://www.el-shai.com/support-community-stray-animals-egypt-heatwave/): As the scorching summer heatwave blankets Egypt, it&#8217;s essential for us to come together as a community and lend a helping hand to those in need. Alongside taking care of ourselves and our loved ones, it&#8217;s crucial to extend our support to the most vulnerable members of our society—the stray animals that roam our streets. So, let&#8217;s explore some ways we can make a difference and bring relief to both our community and our furry friends during this challenging time. Hydration Stations for Humans and Animals: One of the simplest yet most impactful actions we can take is setting up hydration...
- [The Power of Storytelling: Rivo and the Portrayal of Mental Health](https://www.el-shai.com/rivo-and-the-portrayal-of-mental-health/): In recent years, the conversations surrounding mental health have gained significant momentum, both globally and within the Arab world. In Egypt, a nation-wide survey conducted by the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) in 2018 revealed that 25 percent of Egyptians suffer from mental health-related problems. This staggering statistic highlights the pressing need to understand and address mental health issues in the country. One of the notable contributions in this regard is the mini-series &#8220;Rivo.&#8221; Set against the nostalgic backdrop of the 90s, &#8220;Rivo&#8221; captivates its audience with its layered drama and mysterious episodes. However, beyond its captivating storyline, stellar cast,...
- [Ras B Ras: Netflix's Next Must-See Saudi Cinematic Spectacle by the Makers of Masameer](https://www.el-shai.com/ras-b-ras-netflix-saudi-masameer/): Netflix presents an exclusive sneak peek into its newest Saudi live-action comedy sensation, &#8220;Ras B Ras,&#8221; brought to you by the creative minds behind the highly acclaimed Saudi Arabian animated series, Masameer County. Get ready to embark on an epic, laughter-filled journey through the unthinkable world of Bathaikha. Unveiling the Cast Starring Abdulaziz Alshehri, Adel Redwan, and Ziyad Alamri, &#8220;Ras B Ras&#8221; introduces unmissable characters portrayed by renowned Saudi stars. Prepare to be entertained by their remarkable performances, as they take you on a rollercoaster ride of life-changing adventures and hilarious moments. The Hilarious World of Bathaikha Set in the hilariously...
- [Why We Should Worry About Travis Scott's Utopia Party at the Pyramids](https://www.el-shai.com/travis-scotts-utopia-party-at-the-pyramids/): On the morning of Friday, July 7, an Egyptian news outlet called Cairo Scene briefly published a story that made a surprising claim: Travis Scott was reportedly scheduled to host an album party at the iconic pyramids on July 25. According to Cairo Scene, Live Nation, the event organizer infamous for the tragic fatalities at Scott&#8217;s Astroworld Festival less than two years ago, would be responsible for arranging this event as well. The article also mentioned other concerts like the Backstreet Boys that supposedly took place at the pyramids within the past year, creating a precedent for Scott&#8217;s Utopia party. However,...
- [Harrison Ford's Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Dominates the Egyptian Box Office in Foreign Films](https://www.el-shai.com/harrison-fords-indiana-jones-and-the-dial-of-destiny-egyptian-box-office/): The fifth installment of the action-adventure film Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny has managed to top the Egyptian box office since its first week of release, grossing EGP 1,170,539 during the Eid period. Globally, it has earned nearly $131 million since its release on June 30th. The film&#8217;s earnings were divided between $60,368,000 in the US box office and $70,179,000 in the global box office. &#8220;Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny&#8221; marks Harrison Ford&#8217;s final appearance as the iconic character. Ford expressed his pride in the film, stating that it is fantastic. The Indiana Jones films are known...
- [Hassan Abouelrouss Returns with a New EP 'Al-Ayoun Basali' and Concert Announcement](https://www.el-shai.com/hassan-abouelrouss-ep-al-ayoun-basali/): After the success of his popular series &#8220;Rivo,&#8221; Hassan Abouelrouss is making a return to the music scene with a new and exciting five-track EP titled &#8220;Al-Ayoun Basali&#8221; (Eyes are Looking at Me). The EP&#8217;s launch event is scheduled to take place next Wednesday at Cairo Jazz 610. Following a significant break since his last performance in Egypt, Abouelrouss is back on stage after achieving success in Lebanon. &#8220;Al-Ayoun Basali&#8221; showcases Hassan Abouelrouss&#8217; collaboration with the renowned composer and distributor, Mohamed Yehia. The positive reception of his tracks such as &#8220;Chicalastic,&#8221; &#8220;Falat Mina,&#8221; &#8220;Kol Al-Nas,&#8221; and &#8220;Lama Baji&#8221; has opened doors...
- [Meta Revives Threads: From A Messaging App to A Twitter Competitor](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-threads-messaging-app-twitter-competitor/): Meta, the parent company of Instagram, has announced the upcoming launch of a new &#8220;Twitter-killer&#8221; app called Threads, which is set to debut on July 6th, 2023. This announcement may sound familiar to some, as Meta had previously released an app with the same name in 2019, but it failed to gain traction and was shut down by 2021. The earlier version of Threads primarily focused on messaging within the Instagram platform. Threads was initially introduced as a companion app to Instagram in 2019, following the shutdown of another standalone messaging app called Direct. Unlike its predecessor, Threads was designed to...
- [Why The Idol Has To Be The WORST Series We've Ever Come Across](https://www.el-shai.com/the-idol-the-worst-series-ever/): You know when you&#8217;re at work, and you get a certain task that makes you reevaluate your life choices that led to this point? Working on this review was one of these times for me because I&#8217;m not exaggerating when I say The Idol might just be the worst piece of media that I have ever consumed.&nbsp; And no, it&#8217;s not the &#8220;fun/bad&#8221; sort of bad; it&#8217;s just bad.&nbsp; Don&#8217;t believe me? The Idol stands with a&nbsp;5.7/10 rating on IMDB, 22% on the critics&#8217; reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, and 58% on the viewers&#8217; reviews, noting that The Weeknd fans have been...
- [Top 9 Must-Visit Spots in Sahel for Summer 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/must-visit-spots-sahel-2023/): With Sandy beaches, breathtaking views, and clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea, Sahel has been the go-to destination for Egyptians and tourists alike. For holidays, Sahel promises unmatched travel experiences. If you’re looking for a morning swim with your family or a buzzing party at night with friends, here’s where to hit in Sahel this Eid: Mountain View Ras El Hikma Mountain View Ras El Hikma is the ultimate family destination in Sahel for a cozy, quiet vacation. With white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and&nbsp;Greek-style buildings, Mountain View brings the Greece vacation experience right to the North Coast. Ras El-Hikma...
- [Marianne Khoury Appointed as Artistic Director of El Gouna Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/marianne-khoury-artistic-director-el-gouna-film-festival/): El Gouna Film Festival is pleased to announce the appointment of renowned film producer and director Marianne Khoury as its new Artistic Director. This strategic decision aligns with the festival&#8217;s vision to expand its reach and venture into new horizons, while reinforcing its commitment to supporting Egyptian and Arab filmmakers. Khoury&#8217;s appointment aims to foster growth and advancement in the regional film industry, setting the stage for an exciting future. A Vision for Expansion and Support El Gouna Film Festival has been a driving force in realizing significant projects by providing invaluable support since its inception. Marianne Khoury, in her new...
- [A Look at the Controversial Dog Ownership Laws in Egypt: Breed Restrictions and Legal Battles](https://www.el-shai.com/controversial-dog-ownership-laws-in-egypt/): In March of this year, a tragic incident occurred in the Sheikh Zayed area of Giza Governorate, Egypt. A pitbull belonging to an Egyptian TV presenter attacked a young neighbor named Mohamed El Mawi, resulting in severe injuries and severed tendons in his arm. Sadly, after spending a month in a coma, the young man passed away. The public prosecution is currently investigating the cause of death, including whether the dog&#8217;s bite led to a cardiac arrest and coma, or if there were other contributing factors involved. This incident, along with previous similar incidents, has brought attention to the issue of...
- [Amazon Prime Day Strikes Back on Amazon.eg, July 11-12](https://www.el-shai.com/amazon-prime-day-july-11-12/): Amazon Egypt announces the return of the second Amazon Prime Day on July 11 and 12 with hundreds of thousands of deals available exclusively for Amazon Prime members in Egypt. During the 48-hours period, Prime members on Amazon.eg will enjoy great savings, and convenient payment methods with installments plans during the Summer season across over 30 product categories including electronics, fashion, home and kitchen appliances, beauty, and perfumes. What to expect during Prime Day 2023 During Amazon Prime Day, Amazon Prime members will be able to enjoy exclusive saving benefits while shopping for products from top local and international brands, as...
- [Netflix Unravels Ancient Egyptian Discoveries in Official Trailer of "Unknown: The Lost Pyramid"](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-official-trailer-unknown-the-lost-pyramid/): Netflix has recently unveiled the official trailer for their upcoming docuseries titled &#8220;Unknown: The Lost Pyramid.&#8221; This captivating four-part series pushes the boundaries of exploration, taking viewers on a mesmerizing journey through the captivating stories of remarkable individuals and unexplored places that have never been captured on camera before. The Quest for Ancient Secrets Premiering on July 3, 2023, &#8220;Unknown: The Lost Pyramid&#8221; delves into the enthralling world of ancient Egypt. The series focuses on two esteemed Egyptologists who embark on separate quests to unravel the mysteries hidden within the Saqqara desert, a renowned hub of Egyptian archaeology. Dr. Zahi Hawass:...
- [Spotify Announces the Top 10 Egyptian Artists and Songs Crossing Borders on World Music Day](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-egyptian-artists-world-music-day/): World Music Day is an annual celebration that takes place on June 21st. Originally established as a platform to encourage musicians to sing and share their music publicly, it has quickly become a moment to celebrate artists inspiring us. Today, Spotify, the world&#8217;s most popular audio streaming platform, is shining a spotlight on the top 10 Egyptian artists and songs that are crossing borders. In addition, Spotify explores the international hits and artists that have made their way into the ears of Egyptian listeners. Culture Fusion Extraordinaire Ash Tops the Artist List Ash, a master of blending local sounds with global...
- [Synergy Films Unleashes Beit El Ruby: A Tale of Love and Transformation](https://www.el-shai.com/synergy-films-beit-el-ruby/): Synergy Films recently held the highly anticipated premiere of &#8220;Beit El Ruby,&#8221; a captivating film directed by Peter Mimi. Starring renowned actors Karim Abdel Aziz and Karim Mahmoud Abdelaziz, the premiere took place at VOX Cinemas, Mall of Egypt, offering an exclusive glimpse into the cinematic masterpiece before its official release in Egyptian theaters on June 21, 2023, just in time to captivate audiences during the festive Eid Al-Adha season. The premiere attracted a myriad of celebrities, filmmakers, and public figures, adding to the excitement surrounding this extraordinary film. A Tale of Transformation: The Story of El Ruby Family &#8220;Beit El...
- [UNESCO Announces Winners of the Fawwazan International Prize](https://www.el-shai.com/unesco-winners-fawwazan-international-prize/): The UNESCO announces the names of the five winners of the UNESCO Fouzan International Prize, among them the Egyptian Hisham Emran in the field of technology. UNESCO has announced the names of the five winners of the UNESCO Fouzan International Prize for encouraging young scientists in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The winner from Cameroon, Africa, is Abdoun Atangana in the field of mathematics, with notable contributions to fractional calculus and the introduction of a new category, as well as a vision to establish an African Center for Mathematics. The winner from the Arab Republic of Egypt is...
- [Baby Reindeer: A Heart-Wrenching True Story on Stalking, Obsession and Sexual Assult](https://www.el-shai.com/baby-reindeer-netflix-series-review/): Watching &#8220;Baby Reindeer,&#8221; an English Netflix mini-series based on Richard Gadd&#8217;s acclaimed one-man play, left me awash with emotions that lingered for days. This series, written, directed, and starring Gadd, delves deep into his harrowing experience with a stalker named Martha, starting from a seemingly benign encounter at his workplace. The series unravels how her obsession escalates, bombarding him with all-night emails that range from lucid to incoherent, disrupting his peace and security. Though it may seem curious how Egyptians can relate to a Scottish man&#8217;s retelling of his ordeal on Netflix, it underscores that trauma and abuse know no borders....
- [Beyond the Spotlight with Eyad Nassar](https://www.el-shai.com/beyond-the-spotlight-with-eyad-nassar/): On this episode of Beyond the Spotlight with El-Shai, we sit down with the incredibly talented Eyad Nassar. We discuss his newest Ramadan series &#8220;Selat Rahem&#8221; and take a nostalgic look back at his early career and the roles that shaped him.
- [Cinematographer Mostafa El Kashef Returns to Cannes with 'The Village Next to Paradise'](https://www.el-shai.com/mostafa-el-kashef-cannes-village-next-to-paradise/): Egyptian cinematographer Mostafa El Kashef continues to make waves in the film industry, returning to the Cannes Film Festival with the feature film &#8220;The Village Next to Paradise&#8221; by Mo Harawe. This follows the success of his acclaimed short film &#8220;I Promise You Paradise&#8221;, which captivated audiences and won multiple awards at last year&#8217;s festival. &#8220;The Village Next to Paradise&#8221; makes history as the first-ever Somali film to screen at Cannes, competing in the prestigious Un Certain Regard section. The film, produced by Freibeuter Film (Austria) and MAMAAl (Somalia), has already won recognition, including prizes from prestigious festivals in Marrakech and...
- [Beyond the Applause with Jessica Hosam El Din - الشاي مع جيسيكا حسام الدين](https://www.el-shai.com/beyond-the-applause-with-jessica-hosam-el-din-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%ac%d9%8a%d8%b3%d9%8a%d9%83%d8%a7-%d8%ad%d8%b3%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%86/): Beyond the Applause with Jessica Hosam El Din, star of Kamel el Adad +1 الشاي مع جيسيكا حسام الدين نجمه مسلسل كامل العدد +١
- [Watch: The Second Trailer for the Highly Anticipated Film Welad Rizk 3: El Kadia](https://www.el-shai.com/trailer-movie-welad-rizk-3-el-kadia/): RAW Entertainment, the production company behind the movie &#8220;Welad Rizk 3: El Kadia&#8221;, has released the second trailer for the film on all social media platforms and in all theaters. Producer Musi Issa confirmed that Welad Rizk 3: El Kadia is the biggest film in the series and promises the audience a cinematic experience that has never been seen in the Arab world before. He also announced that the film will be released in the summer of 2024. The film stars a number of big names in the acting world, including Ahmed Ezz, Amr Youssef, Asser Yassin, Mohamed Mamdouh, Karim Kassem,...
- [Majid Al Futtaim joins forces with the Egyptian Food Bank to give back to the community during Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/majid-al-futtaim-egyptian-food-bank-ramadan/): Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has partnered with the Egyptian Food Bank (EFB) to give back to the local community during Ramadan. The partnership is to provide essential food packages for underprivileged families during the Holy Month. Additionally, 15% of the generated sales from its yearly CSR initiative across Majid Al Futtaim malls in Egypt will be donated to EFB’s feeding programs. Harnessing the power of people and demonstrating the impact of giving back, Majid Al Futtaim opened its doors at Mall of Egypt and City Centre...
- [Celebrating 25 years in the Egyptian market: Vodafone Egypt strengthens its social responsibility and spreads joy](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrating-25-years-egyptian-market-vodafone-egypt/): As part of its celebration of 25 years in the Egyptian market, Vodafone Egypt has launched its advertising campaign &#8220;El-Kelma El-Helwa&#8221; which serves as a message of gratitude and appreciation from the company to its customers. This year’s campaign reflects Vodafone&#8217;s presence as an integral part of every customer&#8217;s life. The company has become a witness to the memories and important moments shared among 47 million customers over 25 years. Ramadan 2024 advertising campaign &#8220;El-Kelma El-Helwa featuring Megastar Amr Diab, has achieved great success since its launch. It showcases the company&#8217;s role in the daily lives of its customers. The campaign...
- [Kuwaiti Authorities Ban Controversial Series 'Zawga Wahda la Takfy' (One Wife is Not Enough)](https://www.el-shai.com/kuwaiti-authorities-ban-zawga-wahda-la-takfy/): The Kuwaiti Ministry of Information has made a decisive move by referring the creators of the TV series &#8216;Zawga Wahda la Takfy&#8217; (One Wife is Not Enough) to the public prosecution, accusing them of disrespecting Kuwaiti societal values and ethics. Additionally, the ministry has ordered the cessation of the series&#8217; broadcast and imposed a ban on all involved creators, including writers and actors, from participating in any artistic works within Kuwait. This decision has been effectively enforced, as evidenced by the cancellation of actress Huda Hussein&#8217;s theater play &#8220;Zain Al-Zaman.&#8221; The stringent measures against the TV series &#8220;One Wife is Not...
- [الشاي مع الممثل احمد ماجد - The Tea with Ahmed Maged](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%85%d8%ab%d9%84-%d8%a7%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%ac%d8%af-the-tea-with-ahmed-maged/)
- [الشاي مع محمد جمعة - The Tea with Mohamed Gomaa](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%ac%d9%85%d8%b9%d8%a9-the-tea-with-mohamed-gomaa/): الشاي في لقاء حصري مع الفنان الموهوب محمد جمعة، نتحدث عن دوره المميز في مسلسل صلة رحم، حيث يجسد شخصية الدكتور خالد. كما نتطرق إلى مشاركته في مسلسل بابا جه، ونجاحه في كنجم مسرح، ونتحدث عن رؤيته للفن في مصر اليوم. El-Shai sits down for an exclusive interview with the talented artist Mohamed Gomaa. We&#8217;ll discuss his iconic role as Dr. Khaled in the series Sillat Rahm (Blood Ties), as well as his work in the series Baba geh (Dad Came) and his success in theater. Plus, he&#8217;ll share his perspective on the current state of art in Egypt.
- [Beyond the Applause with Gehad Hossam El Din](https://www.el-shai.com/beyond-the-applause-with-gehad-hossam-el-din/): Gehad Hossam El Din is with us today, spilling all the details about her Ramadan 2024 series, Masar Egbari and Bedoun Sabek Enzar. We&#8217;ll dive into the storylines, the challenges she faced, and what happened behind the scenes. If you&#8217;re a Gehad Hossam El Din fan, this video is for you!
- [The Tea with Youssef Hashish – الشاي مع يوسف حشيش](https://www.el-shai.com/the-tea-with-youssef-hashish-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%81-%d8%ad%d8%b4%d9%8a%d8%b4/)
- [The Tea with Hamza Diab on Kamel el Adad +1 – الشاي مع حمزة دياب ممثل مسلسل كامل العدد +١](https://www.el-shai.com/hamza-diab-kamel-el-adad-1/): Meet Hamza Diab
- [YourPace: Empowering Women in Sports Through Night Races](https://www.el-shai.com/yourpace-empowering-women-in-sports-night-races/): In a world where gender disparities persist in various spheres, initiatives like YourPace are beacons of hope, striving to bridge the gap in sports participation. YourPace, a non-profit venture spearheaded by inDrive, an international ride-hailing company committed to combating social injustice, recently made its mark at the Women&#8217;s Night Races organized by Cairo Runners. This event, held during Ramadan, epitomized the ethos of YourPace: inclusivity, empowerment, and community. The Concept: Run, Pack, Eat The Women&#8217;s Night Race during Ramadan offered more than just a typical sporting event. It encapsulated the essence of camaraderie and resilience. Participants embarked on a five-kilometer journey,...
- [Mohamed Hatem Posts BTS Footage of A’la Nesbet Moshahda](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-hatem-bts-footage-ala-nesbet-moshahda/): On his official social media accounts, star Mohamed Hatem revealed behind-the-scenes footage of shooting his latest series A’la Nesbet Moshahda. In A’la Nesbet Moshahda, Hatem plays the role of Tarek, the businessman who loves Kamilia (Hend Abdelhalim) and Shymaa (Salma Abu Deif) turns to him to help her after having problems with her family. A’la Nesbet Moshahda is airing on MBC Masr channel and Shahid VIP, featuring a large number of stars, including Salma Abu Deif, Mohamed Hatem, Jala Hashim, Laila Zaher, Islam Ibrahim, Entesar, among others. The series is written by Samar Taher and directed by Yasmine Ahmed Kamel. The...
- [Justice for Doha: The Story that Horrified A Nation – Child Severely Burned by Parents](https://www.el-shai.com/justice-for-doha-child-severely-burned-by-parents/): Editor&#8217;s Note: The injuries suffered by Doha are extremely graphic and disturbing. Dr. Heba El-Swaidy, Founder and Chairwomen of Ahl Masr Burn Hospital where Doha was admitted, has shared pictures of the victim. We have chosen not to include these images in this article due to their distressing nature. We have been impacted deeply by those images and don&#8217;t want to subject our readers to the same distress. If you wish to see them, you can find them on El-Swaidy&#8217;s Facebook post, but we warn you of their highly disturbing content. The tragic case of Doha, a 6-year-old girl who endured...
- [Lion Cub Wanders the Streets of Cairo After Escaping Captivity in a Private Villa, Only to Be Abused Again by Capturers](https://www.el-shai.com/lion-cub-wanders-the-streets-of-cairo/): A video of a young lion cub wandering the streets of Cairo has sparked outrage and concern. Most concerns were over the fact that a cub was wandering the streets, but we want to add some outrage over the cub&#8217;s treatment when captured. The cub, believed to be around 6 months old, was captured on video, which we chose not to include here, u in a distressed state in the upscale neighborhood of Maadi. It&#8217;s clear that the animal appears weak and malnourished. Witnesses say that the cub had escaped from a nearby villa, where it was being kept as a...
- [Beyond the Spotlight: Nicola Mouawad](https://www.el-shai.com/beyond-the-spotlight-nicola-mouawad/): Nicolas Mouawad is with us today in our first episode of Beyond the Spotlight! We&#8217;re discussing his journey from Lebanon to America, then his success in Egypt, and of course, his incredible role in the Ramadan series &#8220;El-Hashashin&#8221;. Don&#8217;t miss out!
- [Ramadan Series "Lunch Box" Sparks Controversy Over Scene Quoting Viral Video of Grieving Palestinian Mother](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-series-lunch-box-palestinian-mother/): The Ramadan series &#8220;Lunch Box&#8221; has sparked controversy on social media due to a scene that quoted a video of a Palestinian mother crying over her killed son. The viral video had the Palestinian mother looking for her son, saying: &#8220;His name is Youssef&#8230; He is seven years old&#8230; He has curly hair&#8230; He is fair-skinned and handsome.&#8221; In the series, actress Jamila Awad was seen looking for someone using the same description. The scene has been criticized for exploiting the pain and suffering of the Palestinian people for entertainment purposes. Many viewers have expressed their anger and disgust on social...
- [UAE Welcomes the 13th Group of wounded Palestinian children, Cancer Patients for Treatment](https://www.el-shai.com/uae-welcomes-palestinian-children-cancer-patients/): Abu Dhabi Hospitals Receive 1154 Patients and Companions Since the Beginning of the WarThe 13th group of wounded Palestinian children and cancer patients arrived in the UAE early Saturday morning to receive treatment. The group includes 98 people, including 40 children who need medical assistance and suffer from severe injuries and burns, as well as a number of cancer patients who need immediate and ongoing treatment. The patients are accompanied by 58 family members, bringing the total number of Palestinians received by UAE hospitals to 1154 patients and companions, including 585 wounded children, cancer patients and 569 companions. Upon arrival of...
- [We Need to Talk About 'Nema El Avoccato' – It's Not What You Think!](https://www.el-shai.com/nema-el-avoccato-its-not-what-you-think/): Okay, put down the judgey remote for a second. We&#8217;ll admit, &#8216;Nema El Avoccato&#8217; didn&#8217;t look like our usual cup of tea. But turns out, we might need to eat our words because of this Ramadan series. So, what&#8217;s got everyone hooked on a show they probably swore they wouldn&#8217;t watch? Let&#8217;s break it down: The Mohamed Samy Special: Plot Twists &amp; Slow Burn You&#8217;ve seen his work before – Mohamed Samy knows how to build a story. &#8216;Nema El Avoccato&#8217; starts off low-key, then BAM! Betrayal, drama, and suddenly you NEED to know what happens next. It&#8217;s that perfect Ramadan...
- [El Hashashin: Making Waves Internationally and To Air in Russia and Malaysia](https://www.el-shai.com/el-hashashin-to-air-in-russia-malaysia/): In recent times, the television series &#8220;El Hashashin&#8221; has emerged as a focal point of international attention, captivating audiences worldwide with its portrayal of the enigmatic Hashashin sect and their leader, Hassan Al-Sabbah. Premiering on the &#8220;DMC&#8221; channel during Ramadan, this historical drama, led by the renowned actor Karim Abdel Aziz, has garnered widespread acclaim and sparked discussions across various media platforms. One such notable coverage comes from CNN, where the rise and fall of the Hashashin sect have been meticulously explored. Shedding light on the clandestine maneuvers of Hassan Al-Sabbah, the report unveils a narrative rife with manipulation, deceit, and...
- [Looking for a Post-Iftar Laugh? "Baba Geh" Delivers](https://www.el-shai.com/looking-for-a-post-iftar-laugh-baba-geh-delivers/): Think Ramadan dramas are all serious and emotional? Think again! &#8220;Baba Geh&#8221; is a refreshing change of pace, mixing heartwarming family moments with just the right amount of quirky humor. Akram Hosny, who usually has us in stitches, takes on a more layered role as Hisham, a down-on-his-luck father who finds his calling in the most unexpected way. Inspired by the Korean novel &#8220;Dad for Rent&#8221;, Baba Geh starts with a bang! Hisham, initially portrayed as a lazy and unemployed father, finds his life turned upside down when his daughter deems him useless and gives him out to a classmate in...
- [Beyond Controversy: How 'Selat Rahem' is Sparking Vital Health Conversations](https://www.el-shai.com/beyond-controversy-selat-rahem-health-conversation/): The Egyptian television series &#8220;Selat Rahem&#8221; has ignited much-needed conversations around sensitive topics like surrogacy and abortion. By bringing these issues into the mainstream through a fictional narrative, the show breaks down social and cultural taboos, inviting a more nuanced discussion beyond purely religious interpretations. Challenging Taboos, Sparking Dialogue The series tackles complex topics often shrouded in religious dogma. By exploring the emotional, medical, and ethical dimensions of surrogacy and abortion, &#8220;Selat Rahem&#8221; courageously breaks taboos and fosters empathy. While respecting religious perspectives, the show also promotes a broader understanding of these health issues. Surrogacy: A Complex Choice Surrogacy, where a...
- [No Spoilers Pilot Review: Lahzet Ghadab, Darkly Comedic and Worth it!](https://www.el-shai.com/no-spoilers-pilot-review-lahzet-ghadab/): Ramadan is here, and the drama is starting! With so many choices, the pilot episodes are crucial in deciding what to watch. If you&#8217;re too busy to watch all the pilots, don&#8217;t worry – we&#8217;ve got you covered! First, we started with &#8220;Lahzet Ghadab,&#8221; streamed exclusively on Watch it, because its cast made us the most excited. As a fan of thrillers and dark comedies, the trailer seemed to promise just that, and I was hooked. The trailer shows that the series revolves around mystery and suspense. The official promo highlights Youmna, played by Saba Mubarak, who works as a cook...
- [Mohamed Hatem Makes A Special Appearance by in A’la Nesbet Moshahda Series](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-hatem-ala-nesbet-moshahda-series/): Star Mohamed Hatem will be participating in the series A’la Nesbet Moshahda, scheduled to be released during the Ramadan 2024 season playing the role of the businessman Tarek. A’la Nesbet Moshahda will be broadcasted on MBC Masr channel and Shahid VIP, featuring a large number of stars, including Salma Abu Deif, Mohamed Hatem, Jala Hashim, Laila Zaher, Islam Ibrahim, Entesar, among others. A’la Nesbet Moshahda is written by Samar Taher and directed by Yasmine Ahmed Kamel. The events of the social drama revolve around social media and its impact. Mohamed Hatem has achieved great success in his latest dramas. During the...
- [Mohamed Salah Excluded from Egypt Squad for March Friendly Match with New Zealand](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-salah-excluded-from-egypt-squad/): Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has announced his final squad for the upcoming friendly against New Zealand, with Mohamed Salah notably absent. The Liverpool forward has been struggling with a hamstring injury since the Africa Cup of Nations in January, and has not played for Egypt since the tournament. Salah was initially included in the squad for the March camp, but has since been withdrawn due to his injury. &#8220;We have been in touch with Mohamed Salah and his club, and we have decided that it is in his best interests to remain with Liverpool for the time being,&#8221; Hassan said. &#8220;He...
- [Red Bull Car Park Drift - Egypt 2024: Maged Aboslem Crowned Champion!](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-car-park-drift-egypt-2024-maged-aboslem/): The Red Bull Car Park Drift &#8211; Egypt 2024 took place on Saturday, March 8th at the Manara Conference Center &#8211; Sports Expo, with 35 talented drifters competing for the national title. The winner will represent Egypt at the Red Bull Car Park Drift World Final in Oman in December. The atmosphere was electric as the crowd cheered on the drivers as they performed incredible drifting displays. The competition was fierce, with the drivers pushing themselves to the limit. In the end, it was Maged Aboslem who emerged victorious, claiming his first Red Bull Car Park Drift title since 2016. He...
- [Eyad Nassar Unveils "Selat Rahem": A Gripping Rollercoaster of Emotions in 15 Episodes](https://www.el-shai.com/eyad-nassar-selat-rahem-15-episodes/): Get ready to buckle up for a wild ride with Hussam, the anesthesiologist, as he navigates life&#8217;s twists and turns in his relentless pursuit of a goal. Eyad Nassar, the acclaimed star, paints a vivid picture of his latest venture, &#8220;Selat Rahem,&#8221; promising audiences a front-row seat to a whirlwind of suspense and intrigue set to unfold over 15 thrilling episodes. Describing the series as a gripping tale akin to a snowball rolling downhill, Nassar tantalizingly hints at the cascading consequences of seemingly innocuous decisions. &#8220;The events are like a snowball. Sometimes, we don&#8217;t understand the consequences of the small decisions...
- [Film Workers for Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace Call for Ceasefire Awareness During Oscars](https://www.el-shai.com/film-palestine-and-jewish-voice-for-peace-oscars/): In a joint effort, Film Workers for Palestine and Jewish Voice for Peace’s Los Angeles chapter have issued a statement on Instagram, urging people to gather at the Cinerama Dome at 1 p.m. PT on Sunday for a march. Their message is clear: “We won’t be swayed by the entertainment industry. Instead, we will persistently advocate for a permanent ceasefire and Palestinian liberation. Let’s mobilize and take to the streets, demonstrating our refusal to turn a blind eye to the ongoing genocide. Ceasefire NOW!” Sunday not only marks the Academy Awards but also the first day of Ramadan. It also coincides...
- [HerStory Films, in Collaboration with the Embassy of the Netherlands Launches Filmmaking Incubator for Women in the Arab World](https://www.el-shai.com/herstory-films-embassy-of-the-netherlands/): HerStory Films, the first film company dedicated to producing and developing works by female filmmakers in the Arab World, proudly announces its official launch. Born in Egypt, this groundbreaking venture is a partnership between publishing veteran and entrepreneur May Abdel Asim and acclaimed superstar Mona Zaki. HerStory Films aims to redefine the narrative for female filmmakers in the region and share Arab women&#8217;s stories with the world, amplifying their voices and fostering a more inclusive film industry. With a deep commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women in cinema, HerStory Films is set to revolutionise the industry landscape in the...
- [Interest Rates Soar, Pound Floats, and Credit Card Limits Rise: What's Happening in Egypt's Economy?](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-pound-floats-egypts-economy/): There has been a significant shift in Egypt&#8217;s economy recently. The Central Bank of Egypt has taken two major decisions that are making headlines. The first one is that the interest rates have been raised by 6%. The second decision is that the Egyptian pound has been allowed to float freely against the US dollar. Additionally, local banks have been directed to open up the limits on foreign currency credit card usage. Background But why did the Central Bank of Egypt take such drastic measures? The primary reasons are to control the rampant inflation, which is currently at a staggering 29.8%,...
- [Egypt's #BookTok Community Inspires Readers to Discover New Titles on TikTok](https://www.el-shai.com/booktok-community-egypt-tiktok/): Coinciding with the Cairo International Book Fair (CIBF) TikTok, the globally leading platform for short videos, witnessed a widespread surge in engagement within the #BookTok community in Egypt during just those few days. The platform garnered immense interest from book lovers, enthusiasts, and content creators. Since its inception, the #BookTok hashtag has garnered over 29 million videos created by reading enthusiasts globally. This remarkable hashtag has encouraged users to express their opinions, ideas, and favorite book recommendations, enriching knowledge in the sector of literature and writing. BookTok community has seen various activities to encourage TikTok users to visit CIBF and participate...
- [Jay Shetty Exposed as Fraudster and Accused Plagiarism in the Self-Help Industry](https://www.el-shai.com/jay-shetty-exposed-as-fraudster-self-help-industry/): Many of us are deeply immersed in the world of self-help and personal development. We&#8217;ve all experienced those moments of inspiration after reading a book, watching a TEDx talk, or attending a workshop. It&#8217;s a journey toward self-improvement that feels both empowering and enlightening. Enter Jay Shetty, a prominent figure in the self-help space, revered for his motivational content and celebrity connections. However, recent revelations have cast a shadow over his once-pristine image. An extensive exposé by the Guardian has uncovered allegations of deception, plagiarism, and misrepresentation, shaking the very foundation of his credibility. Let&#8217;s delve into the unsettling details about...
- [Celebrating Women's History Month: Trailblazing Egyptian Women and Their Stories of Strength](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrating-womens-history-month-egyptian-women/): Egypt&#8217;s rich history is woven with the contributions of remarkable women who have challenged boundaries and paved the way for future generations. This Women&#8217;s History Month, we shine a light on some of these icons, highlighting their struggles, triumphs, and the enduring impact of their work. Champions of Equality and Social Transformation Hoda Shaarawi (1879-1947):  More than just the founder of the Egyptian Feminist Union, Shaarawi was a social reformer who advocated against child marriage and established schools for girls. Her public removal of her veil became a seminal moment, signaling a rejection of oppressive social customs and a call for...
- [The Art of Influence: How Omar Abd ElBakey's TikTok Tutorials are Shaping the Advertising Industry](https://www.el-shai.com/omar-abd-elbakeys-tiktok-advertising-industry/): In the bustling realm of TikTok, where creativity knows no bounds, one figure stands out for his ingenious approach to advertising and photography. Omar Abd ElBakey, better known as @0mareko, has carved a niche for himself, captivating audiences with his tutorials and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the world of ad creation. In this exclusive interview, we delve deep into Omar&#8217;s TikTok journey, exploring the origins of his passion, the secrets behind his success, and the impact of his content on both audiences and industry professionals. Could you walk us through the origins of your TikTok journey? What motivated you to dive into...
- [3 Years of PIE: Revolutionizing Global Real Estate with Innovation and Expertise](https://www.el-shai.com/3-years-of-pie/): PIE Properties, a leader in the global real estate sector, celebrates three years of innovative success in bridging the gap between developers and investors for profitable and sustainable investments. Established in 2021, PIE Properties has rapidly risen to prominence in the real estate industry, reshaping it on a global scale. Under the dynamic leadership of CEO Hassan Sadek, PIE Properties has harnessed cutting-edge technology and insightful data analytics to revolutionize both the real estate business and the client experience. The company&#8217;s mission is to offer bespoke top-tier services and provide unrestricted access to prime global destinations, establishing PIE as the premier...
- [MEDFEST-Egypt Holds Six Movie Nights During Its Tour in Egyptian Governorates](https://www.el-shai.com/medfest-egypt-tour-in-egyptian-governorates/): MEDFEST-Egypt and its founders Mina El Naggar and Khalid Ali announced the start of its tours in six governorates during the coming period. MEDFEST-Egypt will hold six movie nights in Sohag, Minya, Beni Suef, Daqahlia, Port Said, and Behira. These activities will begin on February 25 in Sohag, February 27 in Minya, and February 28 in Beni Suef, and the activities continue until May. The events include screenings of short films, followed by panel discussion with the audience attended by producer Marianne Khoury, director Maryam Abu Auf, star Sarah Abdel Rahman, screenwriter Hani Sarhan, Dr. Olfat Allam, Dr. Maryam Ismail, and...
- [Egyptian Physics Teacher Murders Student, Dismembers Body in Ransom Plot](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-physics-teacher-murders-student/): A horrific crime has shaken the community of El Senbellawein in Egypt&#8217;s Dakahlia Governorate. A physics teacher has been arrested for the brutal murder of one of his students, a 16-year-old boy, and dismembering his body in a gruesome attempt to extort a ransom from the victim&#8217;s family. Discovery of the Crime The shocking incident came to light when residents discovered the lower half of a young man&#8217;s body abandoned near a water channel. The remains were quickly transported to a local hospital. Police launched an investigation, identifying the deceased as a high school student who had been reported missing. Confession...
- [Egyptian Shooter Mohamed Hamdy Sets New National and African Record, Eyes Olympic Success in Paris 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-shooter-mohamed-hamdy-national-record/): Mohamed Hamdy, a distinguished member of the Egyptian national shooting team, has made history by setting a new Egyptian and African record with a score of 629.4 points during the World Cup qualifiers in Granada, Spain. Hamdy&#8217;s remarkable performance narrowly missed securing a spot in the finals, but fuels optimism for his potential success at the Paris 2024 Olympics under the expert guidance of technical director Captain Amgad Hussein. Hamdy, already qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics with a gold medal win at the 16th African Competition in Cairo 2023, possesses a wealth of shooting experience spanning over two decades. His...
- [KFC's "No Tents, Just Chicken" Post Creates Misunderstanding, Sparks Boycott Calls](https://www.el-shai.com/kfcs-no-tents-just-chicken-boycott/): A recent social media post by KFC proclaiming &#8220;No Tents, Just Chicken&#8221; has sparked controversy and calls for a boycott. The post was quickly interpreted by many as insensitive towards the refugee camps in Palestine and the hardships faced by those living there. This fueled anger and outrage amongst social media users. The Real Story It turns out the situation stems from a major misunderstanding. The post was not intended to reference the Palestinian refugee crisis at all. The true context lies with a Caribbean Island called Antigua, where a local company named APUA faced the theft of a tent used...
- [Egyptian Blogger Salma Al-Ghazouli Accused of Defrauding 2000 Victims Out of 99 Million EGP](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-blogger-salma-al-ghazouli-frauding/): Salma Al-Ghazouli, a popular fashion blogger with a significant social media presence, stands accused of defrauding over 2000 individuals, allegedly pocketing millions of Egyptian pounds after promising high returns on investments in clothing and cosmetics. Security forces, acting on a flood of complaints, arrested Al-Ghazouli along with four others, believed to be family members and associates. Victims claim they were drawn in by promises of discounted products from major brands and lured into a sophisticated scam involving false investments and unfulfilled orders. The young blogger, a pharmacist by training, used her substantial online following to gain the trust of victims, many...
- ['Mohareb' and 'El Moalem': Mahmoud El Leithy Spills the Tea on Upcoming Projects](https://www.el-shai.com/mohareb-and-el-moalem-mahmoud-el-leithy-spills-the-tea-on-upcoming-projects/): Egyptian artist Mahmoud El Leithy revealed details about his two Ramadan series for 2024: &#8220;Mohareb&#8221; and &#8220;El Moalem&#8221;. Mohareb &#8220;Mohareb&#8221; stars Hassan El Raddad, Ahmed Zaher, Maged El Masry, Nahid El Sebai, Nermin El Feki, Mona Fadal, Tamer Abdel Moneim, Malak Ahmed Zaher, Salwa Othman, Abed Anani, Nour Mahmoud, Ahmed Enan, Karim El Omari, Sama Ibrahim, Afef Shawqi, Ghofran Mohamed, Mahmoud El Leithy, Mahmoud Amr, Mahmoud Yassin, Hassan Eid, and Amir Salah El Din. The series is written by Mohamed Sayed Beshir, directed by Sherine Adel, and produced by Ahmed El Sobky. It revolves around a young man named Aziz who...
- [Everything We Know About the Upcoming Ramadan 2024 Series "Al Hashashin"](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-2024-series-al-hashashin/): With Ramadan 2024 just around the corner, the buzz for new TV series is at its peak. Among the most anticipated projects is the historical drama series &#8220;Al Hashashin&#8221;. As the premiere inches closer, we bring to you everything we know so far about this intriguing series. Star-Studded Cast Leading the ensemble cast of &#8220;Al Hashashin&#8221; is Karim Abdel Aziz, who portrays the role of Hassan al-Sabbah. Nicolas Mouawad will be seen in the role of the legendary poet, mathematician, and astronomer Omar Khayyam. The series also stars prominent actors Fathy Abdel Wahab, Ahmed Eid, Omar El Shenawy, Gihan El-Shamashergy, Islam...
- [Ahmed Dash & Essam Omar Lead Star-Studded Cast in Ramadan 2024 Drama Masar Egbary](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-dash-essam-omar-masar-egbary/): Drama fans, mark your calendars! &#8220;Masar Egbary&#8221; is shaping up to be a must-watch series this Ramadan 2024. Here&#8217;s what we know so far about this exciting social drama: Get ready for &#8220;Masar Egbary&#8221; to capture hearts and minds when it debuts this Ramadan!
- ["Embratoreyet Meem" Brings an Old Classic to Ramadan 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/embratoreyet-meem-ramadan-2024/): Get ready for compelling drama and an all-star cast as &#8220;Embratoreyet Meem&#8221; (&#8220;Empire of Meem&#8221;) arrives this Ramadan 2024. This highly anticipated series will grace UMS TV channels and the Watchit platform, captivating viewers with its tale of family dynamics and the pursuit of power. Leading the series is the powerhouse duo of Khaled El Nabawy and his son, Noor El Nabawy. Their collaboration brings an extra layer of intrigue, especially with Noor El Nabawy playing the role of Marwan Abu Almajd, son of Khaled El Nabawy&#8217;s character. &#8220;Embratoreyet Meem&#8221; also stars Hala Shiha, Mayan El Sayed, Nashwa Mustafa, and Mahmoud...
- [Akram Hosni Returns for Ramadan 2024 with Lighthearted Comedy "Baba Geh"](https://www.el-shai.com/akram-hosni-ramadan-2024-comedy-baba-geh/): Get ready for laughter and relatable family scenarios this Ramadan 2024 as Akram Hosni, a beloved comedic force, stars in the highly anticipated series &#8220;Baba Geh.&#8221; The show explores the life of Hisham, a successful executive manager in his forties whose world changes drastically due to the lingering economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Following his sudden job loss, Hisham enters a new stage of life as a full-time stay-at-home dad. Audiences will follow his humorous attempts to navigate unemployment and find his path forward. &#8220;Baba Geh&#8221; promises a fresh comedic exploration of modern-day challenges and family dynamics. Joining Akram Hosni...
- [Ghada Abdel Razek Leads a Family Feud in Ramadan 2024 Thriller "Said Al-Aqareb"](https://www.el-shai.com/ghada-abdel-razek-ramadan-2024-said-al-aqareb/): Get ready for a thrilling social drama starring Ghada Abdel Razek this Ramadan 2024. &#8220;Said Al-Aqareb&#8221; (Hunting Scorpions) promises a captivating story of betrayal, revenge, and the unravelling of family bonds. &#8220;Said Al-Aqareb&#8221; expertly blends a suspenseful storyline with thought-provoking themes. As two families become locked in a devastating cycle of revenge, the series invites viewers to question the nature of familial ties, the cost of vengeance, and the hidden depths of human motivation. A Shattered Life and the Seeds of Vengeance The series centers around Aida, the daughter of Hassan Dharghan. Her world is thrown into chaos when her brother...
- [Amir Karara Uncovers Dark Family Secrets in "Beit Al-Refaai" this Ramadan 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-karara-beit-al-refaai-this-ramadan-2024/): With Ramadan 2024 on the horizon, excitement is brewing for the new Egyptian series &#8220;Beit Al-Refaai&#8221;. Starring Amir Karara, the show promises to deliver suspense, intriguing social commentary, and a deep dive into the lives of a powerful family harboring secrets. The Star Power of Amir Karara Amir Karara has become a mainstay of Ramadan television. For ten consecutive years, his action-packed dramas have captivated audiences. In &#8220;Beit Al-Refaai&#8221;, Karara portrays Yassin, a complex orthopedic surgeon drawn into a web of secrets when his family&#8217;s dark legacy is exposed. A Complex Narrative At the heart of the series is the house...
- [Turki Al-Sheikh Announces "Big Time" Fund to Transform Arabic Cinema](https://www.el-shai.com/turki-al-sheikh-big-time-fund-arabic-cinema/): Turki Al-Sheikh, head of Saudi Arabia&#8217;s General Entertainment Authority (GEA), unveiled the &#8220;Big Time&#8221; investment fund dedicated to revolutionizing Arabic film production, distribution, and manufacturing. With the participation of leading names in the Arab entertainment world, the fund signifies a major push to elevate the quality of Arabic content on the global stage. The GEA will serve as the primary sponsor of &#8220;Big Time&#8221;, joined by the Ministry of Culture and specialized companies. The initial phase will focus on investing in high-profile Saudi, Gulf, and Arab films. Al-Sheikh&#8217;s commitment to boosting the film industry is already evident. For instance, he recently...
- [AlRawabi School for Girls Season 2: Will it Live Up to the Hype?](https://www.el-shai.com/alrawabi-school-for-girls-season-2-review/): As a person who grew up watching Skins, Netflix&#8216;s AlRawabi School for Girls was an instant favorite of mine. Knowing that the new season would include a new cast and continue the school&#8217;s progress, just like Skins, made me even more excited for the series, especially knowing that we were left on a cliffhanger, and we&#8217;d know what happened through the perspective of the new characters who are outsiders just like we are. Brilliant! The cherry on top for me was having Tara Abboud in the cast, who I&#8217;ve been keeping an eye on since her apperance in the award-winning film...
- [Lucifer Rising: The NSFW Lost Film That Was Shot in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/lucifer-rising-nsfw-lost-film-shot-in-egypt/): Have you ever heard of Lucifer Rising, a short film by Kenneth Anger that features mythological figures such as Isis, Osiris, Lilith and Lucifer? If not, you are not alone. This film has a dark and controversial history that involves drugs, violence, theft and betrayal. It was also shot in some of the most sacred sites of ancient Egypt, without official permission or security. What is Lucifer Rising? Lucifer Rising is a 1972 film by Kenneth Anger, an avant-garde filmmaker and author who was influenced by the occult teachings of Aleister Crowley, a British occultist, hedonist, and author. Anger followed Crowley’s...
- [TikTok Creator Awards Honors the Best in Creativity from the MENA Region](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-creator-awards-creativity-mena-region/): The TikTok Creator Awards at The Theatre Dubai was a night of celebration, showcasing the talents of creators from across the MENA region. Emphasizing the theme &#8216;Celebrating New Dreams,&#8217; the event highlighted TikTok&#8217;s commitment to a world where dreams are limitless. TikTok has emerged as a democratic force in the digital world, providing a platform where individuals from all walks of life can pursue and realize their aspirations. This event not only celebrated the current achievements but also underscored TikTok&#8217;s commitment to empowering the next wave of digital dreamers. Hosted by the charismatic Enjy Kiwan, the ceremony featured remarkable performances that...
- [Unlocking #HerAmbitions: Second edition of TikTok Creator Hub to empower women in business](https://www.el-shai.com/unlocking-herambitions-tiktok-creator-hub/): TikTok MENA announces the launch of the second edition of The TikTok Creator Hub, a program aimed at spotlighting women-led businesses and fostering an environment that encourages their growth. This innovative program will be rolled out in a competition format, allowing participants to showcase their unique talents and business acumen while highlighting about the remarkable contributions of women in the business world. The program will culminate in a grand awards ceremony in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where the achievements of these exceptional women leaders will be celebrated. With UN Women being part of the judging panel for the TikTok Creator Hub, the...
- [Outrage as Israeli Company Claims Iconic Songs of Umm Kulthum](https://www.el-shai.com/israeli-company-claims-iconic-songs-of-umm-kulthum/): A storm of controversy has swept across Egypt in the wake of an Israeli company uploading several iconic songs by the legendary singer Umm Kulthum to its YouTube channel. This seemingly innocuous act has ignited accusations of cultural appropriation and sparked an international legal battle, raising crucial questions about artistic legacy, intellectual property rights, and the preservation of national treasures. At the heart of the dispute lies the unauthorized upload of 15 Umm Kulthum classics, including timeless hits like &#8220;Enta Omry&#8221; and &#8220;Al Atlal.&#8221; The Israeli company claimed to hold the rights purchased from Cairo-based music publisher Mohsen Gaber. However, Gaber...
- [Social Media Controversy Erupts over Calls to Boycott Syrian-Owned Businesses in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/boycott-syrian-owned-businesses-in-egypt/): In recent days, Egyptian social media platforms, especially on the &#8220;X&#8221; website, have witnessed a division regarding unexpected calls originating mostly from anonymous accounts urging a boycott of Syrian-owned shops in Egypt. This controversy resurfaced with the recirculation of old news and videos claiming the closure of Syrian restaurants due to the presence of spoiled food. The hashtag #Boycott_Syrian_Businesses dominated the &#8220;X&#8221; platform in Egypt on Friday and Saturday, accompanied by another hashtag #Only_Buy_Egyptian, featuring thousands of tweets, images, and videos. Some of these posts carried explicit language, sparking heated debates among users. With over 1.5 million Syrians in Egypt, as...
- [ADIB Egypt Remarkable Journey: Celebrating 37 Global Awards in 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/adib-egypt-celebrating-37-global-awards-in-2023/): In the ever-evolving landscape of banking, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank &#8211; Egypt (ADIB) has consistently stood out as a leading player, receiving a staggering 37 awards from major international financial institutions. This year&#8217;s achievements surpass the 20 awards of 2022, showcasing the bank&#8217;s unwavering commitment to innovation in banking. CEO&#8217;s Perspective Mohamed Aly, CEO, and Managing Director of ADIB-Egypt, expressed gratitude, stating, &#8220;These awards are a testament to the confidence in our leadership of Islamic banking and our dedication to driving progress in digital technology.&#8221; Global Finance Recognition In the Islamic Finance category, ADIB-Egypt clinched the title of the Best Shariah-Compliant...
- [Sudan's Silent Cry: Urgent Call to Halt Escalating Rape Crisis](https://www.el-shai.com/sudan-urgent-call-to-halt-escalating-rape-crisis/): In recent months, social media platforms have become a sounding board for numerous complaints and narratives about the alarming rise in rape cases targeting women in Sudan. This surge in violence coincides with the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces militia, now spanning eight months. The hashtag &#8220;Save Sudan, Protect Women from Rape&#8221; recently trended on the now-defunct social media platform &#8220;X/Twitter,&#8221; capturing the collective concern as the Sudanese army announced its withdrawal from positions in Wad Madani, a humanitarian hub, with the Rapid Support Forces taking control. The International Organization for Migration reported that at...
- [Unlocking Business Growth For 2024: The Power of Online Sales and Smart Courier Services](https://www.el-shai.com/business-growth-online-sales-smart-courier-services/): In a world where online shopping has become second nature, the convenience of having products delivered to your doorstep is no longer a luxury but an expectation. According to a recent survey by inDrive.Couriers, 30% to 60% of avid delivery users opt for the ease of having their store-bought goods delivered. But what about those businesses still sticking to traditional methods? Roman Guzikov, Head of B2B Sales at inDrive.Couriers, sheds light on how embracing online sales and utilizing courier and cargo services can be the key to unlocking hidden potentials for businesses, particularly those without an established online presence. The E-Commerce...
- [Reviving a Classic: Salma Abu Deif's Take on the Reimagined "A Nose and Three Eyes"](https://www.el-shai.com/salma-abu-deifs-a-nose-and-three-eyes/): In the ever-evolving landscape of cinema, the magic of storytelling often lies in the ability to breathe new life into timeless classics. The third Red Sea International Film Festival recently showcased an intriguing addition to the Arab Masterpieces program – a reimagined version of the 1972 film &#8220;A Nose and Three Eyes.&#8221; Actress Salma Abu Deif, a prominent figure in the contemporary cinematic scene, shared her thoughts during a press conference about the film and its significance in her career. Abu Deif&#8217;s enthusiasm for the project was palpable as she expressed her unwavering approval for the film. Her confidence stemmed from...
- [Your body knows the difference between good stress and bad stress: Do you?](https://www.el-shai.com/difference-between-good-stress-and-bad-stress/): It may be surprising to hear, but medically speaking, not all stress is bad. Healthy stress levels help build resilience, says Safia Debar, MBBS, a stress management expert at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London. In this expert alert, Dr. Debar explains the difference between good and bad stress and how to tell when you are in danger of overload. Stress is a physical and psychological reaction to a demand, and that demand can be anything, Dr. Debar says. Stress that is good for us and may even give us a sense of well-being is eustress, the opposite of distress. The same...
- [Egyptian Films Set to Screen at Red Sea Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-films-screen-at-red-sea-film-festival/): The Red Sea Film Festival is set to showcase an array of captivating Egyptian films, spanning various genres and narratives. These films promise to captivate audiences with their compelling stories and talented casts. Here&#8217;s a glimpse into the Egyptian cinema treasures awaiting festival-goers: Arab Spectacular SHAMAREEKH (شماريخ) Dive into the complexities of morality and love in &#8220;SHAMAREEKH,&#8221; featuring Asser Yassin, Amina Khalil, Khaled Elsawy, and a talented ensemble cast. Asser Yassin&#8216;s character, Raouf, the illegitimate son of a ruthless Egyptian arms dealer, faces a moral dilemma when tasked with eliminating Amina, the daughter of one of his past victims. What ensues...
- [No, Osama Bin Laden Was Not The Good Guy!](https://www.el-shai.com/no-osama-bin-laden-was-not-the-good-guy/): In the echo chambers of social media, perspectives on historical figures can sometimes become distorted. Recently, TikTok trends have shed light on a concerning glorification of Osama bin Laden. As a Muslim Arab living in the US who&#8217;s deeply affected by the consequences of his actions, it is crucial to unequivocally state: No, Osama Bin Laden Was Not The Good Guy! Osama bin Laden Was a Spoiled Rich Kid Who Chose Violence: Osama bin Laden, born into a wealthy Saudi Arabian family with ties to the construction industry, inherited a significant fortune from his successful businessman father, Mohammed bin Laden. Despite...
- [Spoiler-Free Review: Why Sout wa Sora (With Evidence) Deserves Your Screen Time](https://www.el-shai.com/spoiler-free-review-sout-wa-sora-with-evidence/): Have you ever found yourself tangled in the labyrinth of social media, questioning its influence on society? If so, Sout wa Sora (With Evidence), an Egyptian series, should be your next binge-watch destination. In this spoiler-free review, we&#8217;re here to unravel the mysteries and convince you that this series is a must-watch, seamlessly blending suspense, social commentary, and a gripping murder plot. Unraveling the Mystery: A Murder Case with a Social Twist Sout wa Sora (With Evidence) dives headfirst into the captivating world of social media, unraveling its complexities and exposing the dangers of misuse. The narrative delves into fundraising pitfalls...
- [Everything You Need to Know About Traverse 8th Edition: The Ultimate High School Summit](https://www.el-shai.com/traverse-8th-edition-ultimate-high-school-summit/): Are you a high school student looking for ways to shape your future? Get ready for the coolest event of the year! iSpark, Egypt&#8217;s top Career Development Company, is bringing you the 8th edition of the Traverse Summit for high school students.&nbsp; It&#8217;s not just any event; it&#8217;s the BIGGEST high school summit in the MENA region. We&#8217;ll tell you all about Traverse and how it&#8217;s going to help you explore your dreams and future career. Meet the iSpark Heroes iSpark was created in 2015 by young and dynamic leaders, Mostafa Hashisha and Ahmed El Rosy. In just eight years, they&#8217;ve...
- [How Singles' Day Turned into a Toxic Commercial Celebration](https://www.el-shai.com/singles-day-toxic-celebration/): Today is 11/11, which marks Singles&#8217; Day; a celebration that originated in China and began as a lighthearted celebration of individuality and independence. The intention was to empower singles to embrace their solo status, not an anti-Valentine&#8217;s day. However, in recent years, the narrative has taken an unexpected twist, it has since fallen prey to the clutches of self-help scams and pseudo-gurus who have seized the opportunity to exploit vulnerable individuals, in addition to marketers capitalizing on the idea and making it a &#8220;shopping day.&#8221; Cause what&#8217;s a better way to love yourself than spending your money on useless items you...
- [Bank Nut's Sustainable Art Showcase Featuring 100 Visionary Artists with a Pledge to Support Gaza via the Egyptian Red Crescent](https://www.el-shai.com/bank-nuts-sustainable-art/): The World Art Forum for Development Foundation (WAFDF), led by Artist Randa Fouad, launched its 3rd annual exhibition today at Banque Misr Museum. Titled &#8220;Bank Nut for Sustainable Art,&#8221; the exhibition is a groundbreaking event in Egypt and the Middle East, as it exclusively features Recycled and Upcycled Art. This showcase underscores the crucial role of art in driving social change, promoting environmental awareness, and bolstering the creative economy. The event is held in partnership with Banque Misr and Tatweer Misr. The exhibition witnessed the distinguished presence of visual artist Randa Fouad, President and Founder of World Art Forum for Development...
- [Historic Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood Set to Reopen Following Netflix's Restoration Effort](https://www.el-shai.com/historic-egyptian-theatre-in-hollywood-netflix/): In 1922, an Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood opened its doors for the very first time, marking the beginning of a cinematic legacy that would last for nearly a century. Now, as it approaches its 100-year anniversary, the iconic theater is set to celebrate a grand reopening following a remarkable $70 million renovation led by Netflix. The Egyptian Theatre holds a special place in Hollywood&#8217;s cinematic history as the venue for the very first movie premiere in 1922. Over the years, it has seen glamorous film premieres of classics such as &#8220;Ben-Hur,&#8221; &#8220;My Fair Lady,&#8221; and &#8220;Return of the Jedi.&#8221; The tradition...
- [Ahed Tamimi, A Symbol of Palestinian Resilience, Faces Yet Another Unjust Arrest](https://www.el-shai.com/palestinian-ahed-tamimi-unjust-arrest/): In the early hours of Monday, Israeli forces arrested Palestinian activist Ahed Tamimi at her family&#8217;s home in the village of Nabi Saleh, northwest of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank. With her arrest today, the Israeli Minister of National Security shared a photo of Tamimi, offering praise for the Israeli forces&#8217; actions and condemning her, citing her previous attack on Israeli soldiers and her alleged support for Nazis on social media. He called for a lack of tolerance toward terrorists and their supporters. A spokesperson for the Israeli occupation army stated that Ahed Tamimi was detained on suspicion of incitement...
- [A Talk with Palestinian-French Ashtar Muallem Before "Cosmos" at D-Caf](https://www.el-shai.com/palestinian-french-ashtar-muallem-cosmos-d-caf/): With our coverage of D-CAF, we had the chance to interview Ashtar Muallem, a remarkable Palestinian-French artist whose talent knows no bounds.&nbsp; As we eagerly anticipate her upcoming show, &#8220;Cosmos,&#8221; set to grace the stage at D-CAF on November 5th, we delve deep into the creative mind of a multidisciplinary artist whose work transcends boundaries and challenges societal norms.  In this conversation, we explore the essence of her upcoming performance, her artistic journey, and the profound impact of her craft amidst the challenging backdrop of Palestine&#8217;s socio-political landscape. Ashtar, could you provide us with a glimpse into your upcoming show, &#8216;Cosmos&#8217;?...
- [Egypt 1970: When the Israeli Air Force Bombed Bahr el-Baqar Primary School](https://www.el-shai.com/israeli-bombed-bahr-el-baqar-primary-school/): On April 8, 1970, the Israeli Air Forces bombed the Bahr el-Baqar primary school, located in the Egyptian village of Bahr el-Baqar, south of Port Said. This incident resulted in the deaths of 30 children and left more than 36 others wounded. The strike involved five bombs and two air-to-ground missiles, leaving a devastating aftermath. The Attack on the School The school, a single-floor structure with three classrooms, was entirely demolished in the attack, carried out by Israeli Air Force F4 Phantom II fighter bombers at 9:20 a.m. The Aftermath Egyptian and Arab sources labeled the Bahr el-Baqar school bombing as...
- [Captivating Dance Drama Unveiled: Iza Hawa Lights Up D-Caf's Stage](https://www.el-shai.com/dance-drama-unveiled-iza-hawa-d-caf/): Prepare to be mesmerized as D-Caf proudly presents &#8220;Iza Hawa&#8221; on November 5th in the enchanting El Samer Theatre. This spellbinding performance delves into the depths of human emotion, weaving a tale of love, loss, and unwavering passion against the backdrop of a city scarred by time. Discovering Iza Hawa: A Journey Through Love and Loss In the heart of a city marked by wounds that refuse to heal, Iza Hawa takes its audience on a poignant journey. It is a tale where a husband and wife traverse the lanes of memory, laying bare the remnants of their life&#8217;s odyssey right...
- [Several Girls Harassed and a Man Killed During a Senior Party in Mansourya](https://www.el-shai.com/several-girls-harassed-and-a-man-killed-during-a-senior-party-in-mansourya/): At a senior party hosted for the students of AIS Sheikh Zayed, tragedy struck when a courageous driver lost his life while attempting to protect a student from harassment. The event, named Sync and organized by Pulse Production, unfolded in a private venue located in Mansoureya. Shockingly, as attendees exited the venue, they were confronted by local thugs, resulting in a horrifying turn of events. Eyewitnesses recounted a disturbing scene where the thugs targeted underage girls, subjecting them to harassment and even attempted kidnappings. In a brave effort to shield the girls from harm, the boys present at the party intervened,...
- [Who's Going to Pay Our Bills? Egypt's Workforce Struggles Amidst Palestine Crisis](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-workforce-struggles-amidst-palestine-crisis/): From boycotts to cancellations, many Egyptians are struggling to find work and make money due to the ongoing events in Palestine. We&#8217;re talking about underpaid delivery people who rely on tips for their livelihood, or even as far as actors who are losing millions, and everyone in between. Even we, at El-Shai, are facing financial challenges due to canceled events and campaigns, which are our main sources of income. As the founder and CEO of a small company, I find myself terrified at the thought of how I will pay our employees if this situation continues and we deplete all our...
- [The use of AI Images in Wars is Dangerous and We Need to Stop!](https://www.el-shai.com/ai-images-in-wars-is-dangerous-and-we-need-to-stop/): The misuse of AI technology in the context of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict has raised significant concerns. People on both sides have utilized AI-generated images to depict the atrocities of war, often without verifying the authenticity of these images. One notable incident involved Ben Shapero sharing a picture of a supposed dead baby from Hamas attacks, which later turned out to be fake. This misleading image circulated globally before its falseness was exposed. Palestinian supporters have also employed AI to create more images of babies, even though genuine pictures of the conflict&#8217;s victims exist. These AI-generated images have been used in demonstrations...
- [What's with all the Israeli Profiles on Dating Apps in Egypt?](https://www.el-shai.com/israeli-profiles-on-dating-apps-in-egypt/): Yesterday, one of our readers shared with us that dating apps Tinder and Bumble have been inundated with Israeli profiles, providing screenshots as evidence. To validate this information, we downloaded Bumble and checked for the presence of Israeli men. Although it took us a few swipes, we did find several Israeli men, almost outnumbering Egyptians at this point. The first thing we noticed was that all these profiles were located in the same area, approximately 14 km away. Upon verification, we determined this area to be close to the Embassy. We shared one of the profiles with someone residing around the...
- [Understanding ADHD: Myths vs. Facts](https://www.el-shai.com/understanding-adhd-myths-vs-facts/): October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and dispelling misconceptions about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Despite its prevalence, there are numerous myths and misconceptions surrounding ADHD. It’s essential to distinguish between these myths and facts to promote accurate understanding and support for individuals with ADHD. Here, we debunk common myths and provide accurate information about this complex condition. Myth: ADHD is not a real medical condition; it&#8217;s just an excuse for laziness or lack of discipline. Fact: ADHD is a legitimate medical condition supported by extensive research. It involves differences in brain structure and function, leading...
- [A Talk with Hassan Khan on 'The Infinite Hip-Hop Song Live!' at D-CAF Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/hassan-khan-d-caf-egypt/): In the vibrant landscape of experimental music and multimedia art, few artists captivate audiences as profoundly as Hassan Khan. Renowned for his innovative fusion of hip-hop and generative music, Hassan Khan&#8217;s upcoming performance at D-CAF Egypt promises an immersive experience like no other. In this exclusive interview, we delve into the creative process behind his unique blend of hip-hop and multimedia art, exploring the themes that underpin his work and the influence of global cultures on his creative expression. Join us as we unravel the mind of this extraordinary artist, whose groundbreaking performance, &#8220;The Infinite Hip-Hop Song Live!&#8220;, is set to...
- [If You Felt Uneasy Watching Mohamed Salah's Video on Palestine, it's Because We're Pretty Sure it's AI](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-salah-palestine-video-ai/): The internet was recently set abuzz by Mohamed Salah&#8216;s video on Palestine, leaving viewers with an uncanny feeling. If you found yourself unnerved, you&#8217;re not alone; numerous voices on X (formerly known as Twitter) echo your sentiments, questioning the authenticity of the video, which some speculate might be AI-generated. A discerning eye noticed peculiarities – Salah&#8217;s motionless shoulders, limited upper-face microexpressions contrasting with his unchanged lower face, and a haunting lifelessness in his eyes. Deepening the intrigue, a Deepfake detector indicated a staggering 60% probability that the video might indeed be a product of advanced AI and deepfake technologies. The video...
- [The Goat Is the First Egyptian Film to Compete at the Alice Nella Citta in Rome](https://www.el-shai.com/the-goat-egyptian-film-alice-nella-citta-rome/): The Goat, directed by Ilaria Borrelli and produced by Agora Media Productions, is set to participate in the Alice Nella Citta competition during the Rome Film Festival, which takes place from October 18 to 29. It is the first Egyptian film to participate in this competition. At the same time, the film will take place in the 6th&nbsp;edition of El Gouna Film Festival, which is postponed and rescheduled to run from October 27 to November 2. The film tells the story of a young girl who becomes the target of a Western corporation&#8217;s greed as they seek to control the only...
- [The Moral Struggle of Self-Care When People Are Dying in Palestine](https://www.el-shai.com/self-care-when-people-are-dying-in-palestine/): In the labyrinth of my emotions, the situation in Palestine looms large, casting a shadow that stretches far beyond the confines of my conscience. I find myself ensnared in a whirlwind of emotions, each one more potent than the last. Every time I encounter news about the Palestinian genocide, it&#8217;s as if the world itself holds its breath, waiting for something to change, waiting for justice to prevail. The heart-wrenching videos, the stories of survival against insurmountable odds – they carve deep furrows of despair in my heart. I can&#8217;t help but imagine the anguish, the fear, and the resilience that...
- [Central Bank of Egypt Restricts Debit Card Usage Abroad: What It Means for You](https://www.el-shai.com/central-bank-of-egypt-restricts-debit-card-abroad/): The Central Bank of Egypt has directed local banks to stop allowing customers to use their debit cards for transactions abroad. This decision comes amidst economic challenges, including a shortage of foreign currency. While the exact duration of this restriction is unclear, major banks have started informing customers via text messages. The aim is to stabilize the country&#8217;s economy. Here&#8217;s what you should know about these decisions and how it will affect you: No International Transactions: Customers can&#8217;t use their debit cards for purchases or withdrawals outside Egypt. Economic Situation: Egypt is facing economic difficulties, and this measure is taken to...
- [Huawei Unveils HUAWEI WATCH GT 4, a New Era of Fashion Forward Wearables in MEA](https://www.el-shai.com/huawei-watch-gt-4-fashion-forward-wearables-in-mea/): Huawei today held its landmark “Wearable Strategy and New Product Launch” event in Dubai, unveiling its next step in wearables with its “Fashion Forward” proposition, taking integration between technology and fashion to the next level. Huawei’s strategy reflects its vision to transform the wearables industry and provide users with the ultimate wrist companion for a modern lifestyle. At the event, Huawei also unveiled a range of new devices, including HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 – the latest addition to the popular smartwatch series, the high-end HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate Design, HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 3 high-fidelity TWS earbuds, HUAWEI Eyewear 2 smart glasses, and...
- [Unveiling the Tapestry of Arab Arts: D-CAF’s Eleventh Edition Sparks Cultural Marvel](https://www.el-shai.com/arab-arts-d-cafs-eleventh-edition/): The vibrant city of Cairo is set to come alive with a kaleidoscope of artistic brilliance as the Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival (D-CAF) gears up for its eleventh edition, scheduled from October 12th to November 5th. This year’s festival promises an exhilarating celebration of diversity, creativity, and the rich tapestry of Arabic performances, showcasing more than 30 music and theater performances, exhibitions, and workshops from fourteen countries. A Celebration of Arab Arts Diversity Ahmed Attar, the Founder, and Artistic Director of D-CAF, expressed his excitement about this year’s lineup. “This edition of D-CAF is a splendid celebration of the rich tapestry...
- [Woman Fatally Shot by Ex-Fiancé She Broke Up With 12 Years Ago in Masr El-Gedida](https://www.el-shai.com/woman-fatally-shot-by-ex-fiance-in-masr-el-gedida/): In a shocking incident that took place in Masr El Gedida, specifically Salah Salem Street, today, authorities have arrested and detained a man for allegedly shooting a woman, identified as 32-year-old Shaimaa Abdel Karim. The East Cairo Felony Prosecution has ordered a four-day detention for the suspect pending further investigations. Additionally, officials have requested a drug analysis to ascertain if narcotics influenced the assailant&#8217;s actions. The tragic event can be traced back to when Abdel Karim was romantically involved with the suspect. Sources close to the victim shared that she chose to end the relationship after deeming the man&#8217;s behavior unsuitable...
- [Techne Summit Alexandria Returns for Its 9th Edition at Bibliotheca Alexandrina From 7th to 10th of October](https://www.el-shai.com/techne-summit-alexandria-returns-its-9th-edition/): Techne Summit, the Mediterranean&#8217;s premier investment and startup event, is thrilled to announce that the much-anticipated 9th edition of its flagship event, &#8220;Techne Summit Alexandria&#8220;, will take place from the 7th to the 10th of October 2023 at the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina under the auspices of the Ministry of Communications &amp; Information Technology, Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), Digital Economy and Technology General Division (DETGD), and the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC). The esteemed sponsors of this year’s event include Zain Tech, Novartis, and EdVentures as the Platinum sponsors; the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (MSMEDA),...
- [Spotify Takes Afroto, Amir Eid, and Ibrahim Fayek on an Unforgettable FC Barcelona Experience](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-afroto-amir-eid-ibrahim-fayek-fc-barcelona/): Egyptian artists Amir Eid, Afroto, and TV Host Ibrahim Fayek recently enjoyed an exclusive tour of Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, courtesy of Spotify. On September 23rd, they witnessed a gripping FC Barcelona match against RC Celta de Vigo. Besides enjoying the game, the three creators were welcomed and featured on FC Barcelona&#8217;s official channels. Spotify&#8217;s pitch-side LEDs were used to display Amir Eid’s &#8220;Wahashteeny and Afroto’s recent hit track “TA TA TA”, which echoed throughout the stadium, energizing thousands of football fans. The partnership between Spotify and FC Barcelona brings the worlds of music and football together, giving a global stage...
- [What's New in "Forever Is Now": A Glimpse into the Third Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/forever-is-now-a-glimpse-into-the-third-edition/): Egypt is once again at the forefront of the global art scene, as the &#8220;Kultebrivatore &#8211; Art D&#8217;Égypte&#8221; foundation unveils the third edition of its international exhibition, &#8220;Forever Is Now.&#8221; This year&#8217;s event promises to be even more spectacular, with a backdrop of the iconic Pyramids Plateau in Giza Governorate and another UNESCO World Heritage Site. The exhibition will run from October 26 to November 18, 2023. A Gathering of Global Talents The exhibition boasts an impressive roster of international artists, including Belgian artist Arne Quinze, Brazilian Arthur Lischner, Emirati Azza Al Qubaisi, American Carol Feuerman, Greek duo Dionysios and Kostas...
- [Tutankhamun – The Immersive Exhibition is Coming to Egypt at the Grand Egyptian Museum](https://www.el-shai.com/tutankhamun-the-immersive-exhibition-grand-egyptian-museum/): For the first time on Egyptian soil, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is set to host the mesmerizing &#8220;Tutankhamun – The Immersive Exhibition.&#8221; In collaboration with Madrid Artes Digitales, this November promises a historical journey like no other, perfectly timed with the month King Tutankhamun&#8217;s tomb was unveiled over a century ago. Experience King Tut&#8217;s World Like Never Before Step into the legendary world of King Tutankhamun. Cutting-edge digital projections will transport you on an audiovisual journey spanning 3,400 years. From intricately recreated temples to the hidden treasures of Ancient Egypt, every corner promises a new discovery. The 360-degree visual spectacle,...
- [The Public Murder of Farida Nabil: A 24-Year-Old is Murdered by Her Brother Over Her Engagement Dispute](https://www.el-shai.com/brother-kills-sister-port-said-disputed-engagement/): A gruesome murder shocked residents of Al-Manakh district in Port Said, Northern Egypt, where a young woman named Farida was ruthlessly killed by her own brother, right in the street, publicly. Brigadier General Mazen Sabri, the assistant to the Minister of Interior and the director of Port Said Security, was promptly notified of the incident. Eyewitnesses reported that two individuals on a motorbike approached Farida as she was walking in front of the mosque. Without hesitation, one of them attacked her with a sharp weapon, slashing her throat, and then both fled the scene. The local security forces of Port Said...
- [What's Happening This Year in Medfest, the 5th Edition?](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-happening-in-medfest-the-5th-edition/): The Medfest Egypt festival, in its fifth edition held at the American University&#8217;s Tahrir Cultural Center from September 14th to 17th, has announced a series of exciting events and discussions that promise to engage and enlighten attendees. Honoring Sawsan Badr: MedFest is proud to honor the illustrious star Sawsan Badr in recognition of her remarkable artistic journey over the years. Sawsan Badr has gracefully navigated through cinema, theatre, and TV, earning admiration and respect from audiences. Her contributions have significantly influenced societal perceptions and instigated waves of change on pivotal societal topics. Mental Health in Media: The stars of the series...
- [Alexandria Prepares for Unstable Weather Conditions Due to 'Storm Daniel'](https://www.el-shai.com/alexandria-unstable-weather-storm-daniel/): The Governor of Alexandria, Major General Mohamed El-Sherif, has recently announced heightened preparedness across all districts of the province. This decision comes in response to the anticipated adverse weather conditions, as warned by the Meteorological Authority and weather maps received from the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation due to &#8216;Storm Daniel&#8216;. The Alexandria Sanitation Company has intensified its efforts to clean drains and culverts, elevating its state of readiness due to the Meteorological Authority&#8217;s forecasts. The Alexandria Governorate has also urged its citizens to exercise caution and adhere to the following safety guidelines: Emergency Contact Numbers The Alexandria Governorate has...
- [Movie Lovers, Here's How You Can Attend the El Gouna Film Festival!](https://www.el-shai.com/how-you-can-attend-the-el-gouna-film-festival/): Attention all film enthusiasts! El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) is rolling out the red carpet for you this year. Here&#8217;s everything you need to know to immerse yourself in the cinematic experience from October 13 to October 20. 1. Get Your Cinephile Badge: For just 1000 EGP, the Cinephile badge is your golden ticket to the festival. Not only does it grant you access to the films, but you&#8217;ll also get to explore the CineGouna platform programs and the exhibition spaces. 2. Dive into the Films: With your badge, you can claim up to four film tickets every day. That&#8217;s a...
- [Sedky Sakhr Plays the Role of a Lawyer in Soot w Soora Series with Hanan Metawea](https://www.el-shai.com/sedky-sakhr-soot-w-soora-series-hanan-metawea/): Through his official social media accounts, Sedky Sakhr posted photos from the behind the scenes of shooting the new series Soot w Soora a few days ago. In the new series, Sedky plays the role of a lawyer alongside actress Hanan Metawea. The 30-episode series is written by Mohammed Suleiman Abdul-Malik, directed by Mohammed Abdel Tawab, and produced by producer Tamer Mortada’s Aroma Studios. Sedky Sakhr’s latest drama Rivo achieved a huge acclaim for his role as Marwan after its podcasting on Watch It platform. Alongside Sedky Sakhr, Rivo stars Amir Eid, Rakeen Saad, Hassan Abu Al-Rous, Tamer Hashem, Mina El...
- [Egypt Braces for Storm Daniel: What We Know and How to Prepare](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-storm-daniel-what-we-know-and-how-to-prepare/): Egypt is on high alert as it awaits the arrival of Storm Daniel, which has already wreaked havoc in countries located in the northwest of the Mediterranean Sea. The storm has caused persistent flooding in Greece, lasting for three consecutive days. Characterized by its semi-tropical nature, Storm Daniel brings with it fierce winds, rising sea waves, and the potential for floods. Insights on Storm Daniel Residents of Cairo are advised to prepare for the storm&#8217;s arrival, with specific warnings issued for Alexandria. Dr. Manar Ghanem, a member of the Media Center at the General Authority for Meteorology, stated that Storm Daniel...
- [Understanding the Importance of Suicide Prevention Week, and Resources to Help in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/suicide-prevention-week-resources-to-help-egypt/): Every year, countless individuals across the globe grapple with feelings of despair, loneliness, and hopelessness. Suicide Prevention Week serves as a poignant reminder of the collective responsibility we hold in supporting and uplifting those around us. By understanding the signs, offering a listening ear, and fostering a compassionate environment, we can make a significant difference in the lives of many. Recognizing the Signs It&#8217;s crucial to be vigilant and recognize the signs that someone might be struggling. These can include: Creating a Supportive Environment Offering a Helping Hand Resources and Initiatives Various organizations and initiatives are dedicated to suicide prevention. Familiarizing...
- [EL GOUNA FILM FESTIVAL HONORS THE ICONIC AND CHERISHED ACTRESS AND SINGER JANE BIRKIN IN ITS 6TH EDITION](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-jane-birkin/): El Gouna Film Festival announces an homage to the legendary actress and singer, Jane Birkin (December 1946-July 2023), at the upcoming 6th edition to take place October 13-20, 2023. The festival&#8217;s decision to celebrate her illustrious career comes in the wake of her recent passing in France at the age of 76. This tribute aligns with the festival&#8217;s philosophy of celebrating  iconic talents of the past and the present. While discussing the significance of honoring distinguished figures from the field  of cinema during a festival, Marianne Khoury, the Artistic Director of the Festival, emphasized, “In the ever-evolving landscape of cinema, it is essential to pay tribute to the trailblazers...
- [Ahmed Shawky Elected as the First Non-European and American President of FIPRESCI](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-shawky-president-of-fipresci/): The International Federation of Film Critics, commonly known as FIPRESCI, has announced the election of a new board of directors, with the Egyptian critic Ahmed Shawky taking the helm as president. This significant appointment is set for a two-year term, with the possibility of renewal for an additional two years. The elections took place during the General Assembly of FIPRESCI in the Hungarian city of Miskolc. This event was hosted by the 19th edition of the Cinefest, which ran from September 1 to 9. Notably, this marks the first time in the history of the federation, which was established in 1925,...
- [Amir El-Masry Competes at the BFI London Film Festival with His Film In Camera](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masry-bfi-london-film-festival-in-camera/): The BFI London Film Festival has announced the participation of the British film In Camera, starring Amir El-Masry, in the Sutherland competition. The festival is scheduled to take place from the 4th to 15th of October. In Camera is scheduled to screen on October 13th. Amir El-Masry is expected to attend the film’s screening in London. In Camera follows Aden, a young Actor who is in a cycle of nightmarish auditions. After he receives multiple rejections, Aden takes it upon himself to find a new part to play. Written and directed by Naqqash Khalid as his debut film as a director,...
- [Orchid Hall Film Brings Ahmed Dawood and Menna Shalaby Together](https://www.el-shai.com/orchid-hall-film-ahmed-dawood-menna-shalaby/): Star Ahmed Dawood is preparing for his new film Qaeat Al Orchid (Orchid Hall), alongside Menna Shalaby, and produced by Sea Cinema Productions. This marks Ahmed Dawood’s second film with Menna Shalaby since Al Maa wa Al Khodra wa Al Wajh El Hassan (Brooks, Meadows and Lovely Faces). This comes following the success of Dawood’s film Youm 13, which topped the box office earning nearly EGP 35 million. Additionally, Ahmed Dawood is eagerly awaiting the second season of El Container show on ONTV channel. Most recently, Dawood signed on to star in a series titled Zainahum, directed by Yahya Ismail and...
- [Spotify’s Songs of Summer 2024: The Hits That Defined the Season Across Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/spotifys-songs-of-summer-2024-egypt/): As the summer season wraps up, here are Spotify Egypt’s top picks for the songs that soundtracked Egyptian summers in 2024. This year, the audio streaming platform combines the expertise of its editorial music teams with Spotify’s streaming data and standout cultural moments. From Sahel vibes to movie soundtracks and hit anthems that lit up every outing, these tracks represent the soundtrack of the sounds and moments that defined summer for listeners across Egypt. Top Songs in Egypt (Listed alphabetically by artist) “Ekhtayaraty” from the movie MR.EX by Ahmed Saad Upon its release, Ahmed Saad’s “Ekhtayaraty” quickly became a summer staple,...
- [Georgina Rodríguez, Global Style Icon, Adorns Nado’s Exquisite Egyptian Jewelry](https://www.el-shai.com/georgina-rodriguez-nados-egyptian-jewelry/): Renowned fashion influencer and model Georgina Rodríguez has captivated the world with her impeccable style and trendsetting choices. Today, she adds another gem to her crown by showcasing the exquisite creations of Nado’s, a prestigious Egyptian jewelry brand known for its unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Georgina Rodríguez has been spotted wearing Nado’s stunning jewelry pieces, including a necklace from ‘Nado’s’ Jewellery’s Perle collection. The brand’s commitment to using the finest materials and intricate designs perfectly complements her sophisticated and glamorous aesthetic. Georgina Rodríguez’s support is further elevating the brand’s global reach. Her influence and style resonate with millions worldwide, making...
- [Skepticism Surrounds Karim Abdel Wahab's Claim of Collaboration with Taylor Swift and JHart](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-abdel-wahab-taylor-swift-jhart-collaboration/): Music producer Karim Abdel Wahab recently sparked speculation with a Facebook post, which was later turned into a press release sent to the media, announcing an upcoming collaboration with pop icon Taylor Swift on a new song written and composed by JHart. However, this unexpected news has left many wondering: is it too good to be true? Karim Abdel Wahab, a renowned name in the Arab music industry, has worked with stars such as Assala, Tamer Hosny, Kadim Al Sahir, and Nancy Ajram. His work extends to composing soundtracks for popular TV series, including &#8220;Ser Elahi&#8221; and &#8220;El Maddah: Ostooret El...
- [In the presence of H.H. Pope Tawadros II., LOGOS Coptic Youth Forum Honors the Makers of The Brink of Dreams](https://www.el-shai.com/h-h-pope-tawadros-ii-honors-the-makers-of-the-brink-of-dreams/): H.H. Pope Tawadros II honored the directors and stars of the film The Brink of Dreams within the activities of the 4th LOGOS Coptic Youth Forum (Back to Roots). This comes after the film received the L&#8217;Œil d&#8217;or (the Golden Eye Award) for Best Documentary Film at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. 300 youths from around Egypt are participating in this year’s edition of the 4th LOGOS Coptic Youth Forum (Back to Roots). It is worth noting that the LOGOS Coptic Youth Forum has been accustomed to honoring many prominent public figures over the past years, including Dr. Magdi Yacoub and...
- [First Look of Yasmin Raeis in BTS from Soot W Soora 2 (Raqam Serry)](https://www.el-shai.com/first-look-of-yasmin-raeis-in-bts/): Star Yasmin Raeis posted her first photos in behind-the-scenes from shooting the new drama Soot W Soora 2 (Raqam Serry) alongside Sedky Sakhr and Amr Wahba. The new series discusses a new story about artificial intelligence. The series is scheduled to be released in the off-season. Currently, Yasmin is waiting for the release of her new film Al Fostan Al Abyad (The white Dress). It is worth mentioning that Yasmin didn’t decide yet which series she will join for the upcoming Ramadan season 2025, especially after the huge success she received when she played the role of Scheherazade in the new...
- [قبل الدوشة: مع سمر طارق](https://www.el-shai.com/%d9%82%d8%a8%d9%84-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%af%d9%88%d8%b4%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%b3%d9%85%d8%b1-%d8%b7%d8%a7%d8%b1%d9%82/)
- [The Disturbing Trend of Glorifying Serial Killers: When Tragedy Becomes a Profit Machine](https://www.el-shai.com/the-disturbing-trend-of-glorifying-serial-killers/): It’s a sight to behold, really—the disturbing way that real-life tragedies involving serial killers are turned into sensationalist spectacles. Just take the case of Karim Selim, the so-called &#8220;Fifth Settlement Murderer.&#8221; The man’s heinous actions have yet to be fully adjudicated, but apparently, that’s no reason to hold off on cashing in. Because, of course, why let the inconvenient truth of human suffering get in the way of a good profit? Karim Selim: The Latest Media Sensation Selim, a 36-year-old Egyptian with a US passport, has recently been thrust into the spotlight as the alleged perpetrator of a series of brutal...
- [Egyptian Researcher Reem Hamed’s Death in France Sparks Controversy Amidst Unverified Claims](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-researcher-reem-hameds-death-in-france/): Reem Hamed, the Egyptian researcher, has recently made headlines on social media after news of her death in a French city spread. According to her official Facebook account, she had been subjected to numerous surveillance and spying attempts. Before Her Death: Threats and Surveillance Prior to her death, Reem Hamed had reportedly shared several posts on Facebook expressing her urgent need to alert relevant authorities in Egypt. She claimed that she was under surveillance, her devices were hacked, and she was being coerced into silence and not reporting the threats against her. According to these reports, Hamed mentioned that working under...
- [The Journey of Mohamed Khafage from Guitarist to Groundbreaking Artist](https://www.el-shai.com/tul8te-the-journey-of-mohamed-khafage/): The Egyptian music scene has always been rich with talent and creativity, but few have managed to bridge the gap between traditional instrumentation and contemporary genres like Mohamed Khafage, who our inside source confirms is the masked singer TUL8TE. Starting his journey as a guitarist, Khafage&#8217;s unique approach to music has not only earned him a dedicated following but also challenged the conventions of Egypt’s rap and Arabic hip-hop music. The Beginning: Under Age Band’s Teenage Dream Back in 2016, Mohamed Khafage started his musical journey as a guitarist in &#8220;Under Age Band,&#8221; a group of teenage musicians. Together, they explored...
- [150+ from the Media Industry Call for Bisan Owda’s Emmy Nomination to Be Revoked; NATAS Backs Her](https://www.el-shai.com/natas-stands-firm-defending-bisan-owda/): Bisan Atef Owda’s nomination for a 2024 News &amp; Documentary Emmy Award has become a flashpoint in the entertainment industry. Her short documentary, It’s Bisan From Gaza and I’m Still Alive, which chronicles her family’s harrowing escape from bombardment in Gaza, earned her a nomination in the Outstanding Hard News Feature Story Short Form category. Bisan and AJ+ have won a&nbsp;Peabody&nbsp;Award for coverage of the devastating impact Israel&#8217;s war on the Gaza Strip. Bisan&#8217;s short documentary, It’s Bisan From Gaza and I’m Still Alive, is more than just a film; it’s a lifeline for those who have no voice. The truth...
- [Netflix Unveils Squid Game: Unleashed and Monument Valley 3 at gamescom 2024 Catalog of Must-Play Games Continues to Grow](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-unveils-squid-game-unleashed/): From gamescom’s Opening Night Live in Cologne, Germany, fans on the ground and tuning in globally got the first look at Squid Game: Unleashed and Monument Valley 3, both of which are coming exclusively to Netflix later this year. In the meantime, Monument Valley and Monument Valley 2 are coming soon, making Netflix the only place to play the entire Monument Valley collection. We also have the details on several other must-play games out now and coming soon to Netflix.&nbsp;Like all Netflix Games, these are included with all Netflix memberships without ads or in-app purchases.&nbsp; Squid Game: Unleashed is the ultimate...
- [YouTube’s 2024 Batala Mentorship &amp; Empowerment Program Helps 500 Female Content Creators in MENA Break Barriers](https://www.el-shai.com/youtubes-2024-batala-mentorship/): Today, 500 up and coming women on YouTube from across the Middle East &amp; North Africa celebrated their graduation from YouTube’s revamped Batala program. Batala is a YouTube program that aims to help aspiring female content creators to grow their presence, engage with their audience and contribute to the region’s thriving creator economy. The graduation marks the first cohort of content creators that are part of YouTube’s pledge to support and upskill 1000 aspiring women from MENA on YouTube. YouTube’s 2024 Batala program launched in June this year and for the first time saw more than 20 top YouTube content creators...
- [Filming Starts for Hepta's Sequel: “Hepta: The Final Debate”](https://www.el-shai.com/filming-starts-for-heptas-sequel/): The Producers and VOX Studios announce the start of production for the highly anticipated film, Hepta: The Last Debate, a standalone continuation of the beloved Hepta: The Last Lecture. Taking place in the vibrant heart of Cairo, the film delves into a fresh perspective on love that challenges our traditional notions. Hepta — The Last Debate is based on a story by Mohamed Sadeq, with a screenplay by Mohammed Jalal and Mohamed Sadeq in collaboration with Norhan Abu Bakr. It is being directed by the renowned Hadi El Bagoury and features a star-studded cast, including Menna Shalabi, Karim Fahmy, Asmaa Galal,...
- [The 'Demure' Trend: How a 38-Second TikTok Video Turned Modesty into a Cultural Movement](https://www.el-shai.com/the-demure-trend/): The word &#8220;demure&#8221; traditionally describes someone who is reserved, modest, and shy in behavior or appearance. But recently, &#8220;demure&#8221; has taken on a whole new life online, thanks to beauty influencer Jools Lebron, known as @joolieannie on TikTok. What started as a 38-second video about a mindful makeup look quickly exploded into a viral trend, sparking a wave of content across TikTok, X, and even Threads. In early August, Jools posted a video where she showcased her professional, toned-down makeup style. @joolieannie #fyp #demure ♬ original sound &#8211; Jools Lebron &#8220;See how I do my makeup for work? Very demure, very...
- [How to Choose the Right University in Egypt: A Guide for Students Making Their Big Decision](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-choose-the-right-university/): Hello, future college students of Egypt! Ready to dive into the wild world of higher education? With so many options out there, picking the right university can feel like choosing a favorite dish at a buffet—so many choices, so little time. Don’t worry, though! We’ve got the ultimate guide to help you pick the perfect university. Let’s get started! 1. Find Your Academic Sweet Spot First things first: What’s your academic passion? Whether you’re dreaming of engineering, art, or something in between, make sure the college you’re eyeing has strong programs in your field. Check out their faculty, cool labs, and...
- [Spoiler Review: It Ends With Us - Perfect Example of Why Books Should NOT Be Made into Movies](https://www.el-shai.com/spoiler-review-it-ends-with-us/): As a die-hard Colleen Hoover fan, I had been counting down the days until the movie adaptation of It Ends With Us hit the big screen. Having read the novel five times, I was deeply attached to its raw, emotional depth, and its unflinching exploration of domestic violence. The book isn&#8217;t just a love story; it&#8217;s a powerful narrative about breaking cycles of abuse and finding the strength to move forward. So, when the movie was finally released, I went in with high hopes and tissues at the ready. But instead of leaving the theater as the sobbing mess I expected,...
- [Before The Applause With Mohamed Attia](https://www.el-shai.com/before-the-applause-with-mohamed-attia/): From Tanta, to Star Academy, to acting, all the way to activism, Mohamed Attia has been there and done that. We&#8217;ve sat with the star following his Palestine-supporting song &#8220;El-Bateekh&#8221; to know more about his life.
- [Egyptian Wrestler Mohamed Kisho Arrested in Paris During 2024 Olympics Over Sexual Harassment Allegations](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-wrestler-mohamed-kisho-arrested-in-paris/): In a shocking twist at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Egyptian wrestling star Mohamed Kisho finds himself embroiled in scandal, following reports of his arrest on sexual harassment charges. According to European media, the incident occurred early Friday morning. French newspaper Le Parisien reported that Kisho, who was competing in Olympic wrestling, was apprehended by police after a woman accused him of inappropriate behavior on a Parisian street. Reports suggest Mohamed Kisho was intoxicated at the time. The Egyptian Minister of Youth and Sports, Ashraf Sobhi, immediately convened with the President of the Egyptian Olympic Committee to address the situation. An official...
- [Official Trailer for 'In Camera' Starring Amir El-Masry Drops Ahead of Cinema Release](https://www.el-shai.com/trailer-in-camera-starring-amir-el-masry/): The official trailer for Amir El-Masry’s new film In Camera has been released. This comes ahead of its release in theaters in in UK, Ireland and European countries from September 13. The suspense trailer features Amir El-Masry. In October, the film took part in the BFI London Film Festival and competed for the Sutherland Award. In Camera follows Aden, a young Actor who is in a cycle of nightmarish auditions. After he receives multiple rejections, Aden takes it upon himself to find a new part to play. Written and directed by Naqqash Khalid as his debut film as a director, In...
- [Celebrate International Coworking Day with Office Vibes: 8 Ways to Create a Positive Coworking Environment](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrate-international-coworking-day/): Happy International Coworking Day! Whether you’re working from a sleek modern space or a cozy shared office, today’s the perfect chance to shake things up and transform your coworking environment into a haven of positivity and productivity. In celebration of International Coworking Day, are you ready to elevate those office vibes? Here’s how to make your workspace the place everyone wants to be! 1. Foster a Friendly Vibe: Mix, Mingle, and Make Friends! A great coworking space feels more like a community than just an office. Encourage friendly interactions and create opportunities for coworkers to mingle. Host casual Thursday get-togethers, team-building...
- [College: The Unfiltered Truth About the "Best Years of Your Life"](https://www.el-shai.com/college-the-unfiltered-truth-about-the-best-years-of-your-life/): So, I graduated this year. Big deal, right? When I started college, I was drowning in expectations and terrified about suddenly being an adult. They told me that these were supposed to be the &#8220;best years of my life.&#8221; What they didn’t tell me was that &#8220;best&#8221; was code for “stressful, chaotic, and occasionally soul-crushing.” I walked into the College of Language and Media at the Arab Academy (AAST) with dreams of becoming a writer and creator, completely uninterested in the business side of things. It felt like a match made in academic heaven. But guess what? The experience wasn’t exactly...
- [Who's The Real Tul8te? We Figured It Out For You!](https://www.el-shai.com/why-we-think-almost-sure-tul8te-is-actually-mohamed-khafage/): The world of music is full of mysteries, but few have captured our curiosity quite like TUL8TE. The masked Egyptian artist has kept fans guessing about his true identity, and the latest buzz suggests that he might be Mohamed Khafage. But first, who is Mohamed Khafage? So, who’s the man we believe is behind the mask? Enter Mohamed Khafage, the genius who’s been rocking Egypt’s rap scene with his epic guitar solos and killer remixes. Mohamed Khafage is an Egyptian musician, known primarily for his innovative approach to blending genres, particularly rock and rap. Khafage’s style is characterized by its fusion...
- [Sigma Fit's Egyptian Olympic Champions' Outfits Garner Global Praise on Social Media](https://www.el-shai.com/sigma-fit-egyptian-olympic-champions-outfits/): The &#8220;Sigma Fit World of Champions Initiative,&#8221; spearheaded by Nasser Ebrahim, Chief Marketing Officer at Sigma Fit, has garnered global acclaim for its commitment to supporting Olympic champions with high-quality, locally-made sportswear. This initiative has not only showcased the excellence of Egyptian manufacturing but has also received widespread praise from international media and social media followers. A Triumph of Local Craftsmanship The initiative&#8217;s sportswear, crafted entirely in Egypt, has been lauded for its superior quality and distinctive design. International observers have commended the pride that athletes take in donning a product made locally, underscoring the initiative&#8217;s success in promoting Egyptian craftsmanship...
- [AFE and Front Row Productions Unveil 'My Treat' ('Mahmool Makfool')](https://www.el-shai.com/afe-front-row-productions-my-treat-mahmool-makfool-saudi-turkish-feature/): The recently established Saudi media/film production company Alamiya Filmed Entertainment (AFE) and Front Row Productions — the JV production arm of Front Row Filmed Entertainment in partnership with MENA Sony distributor Empire Entertainment — are thrilled to announce their collaboration on the production of “My Treat” (“Mahmool Makfool”) a Saudi-Turkish road-trip comedy feature film which will be filming this coming September between Riyadh (KSA) and Istanbul marking the first time a Saudi feature film shoots in Turkey. Scheduled to launch in cinemas throughout the Middle East next year, this comedic production represents a significant step forward for the region&#8217;s burgeoning film...
- [Mohamed Attia's 'Al-Bateekh': A Musical Tribute to Palestinian Resistance and Symbolism](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-attia-al-bateekh-symbolism/): The Egyptian artist Mohamed Attia has released a song titled &#8220;Al-Bateekh&#8221; (The Watermelon) produced by the Aplus company. The song is a reference to an incident that took place in the Palestinian territories in 1967, when the Palestinian flag was banned from being raised. In response, the Palestinian people raised watermelons as a substitute, as the colors of the watermelon matched those of the Palestinian flag. Mohamed Attia&#8217;s song discusses the boycott movement and the deep-rooted history and significance of the Palestinian people, in contrast to the relatively short history of the Zionist entity. It also touches on the resistance, with...
- [The Fight Beyond the Ring: Racism and Gender Discrimination in Sports](https://www.el-shai.com/imane-khelif-racism-gender-discrimination-sports/): In the world of sports, excellence should be the only metric that counts. Unfortunately, for athletes like Algeria’s Imane Khelif, their journey to the Paris Olympics has been marred by a different fight – one against racism and gender discrimination. These women, both accomplished boxers, have faced a barrage of abuse and unfounded accusations that have nothing to do with their prowess in the ring and everything to do with their identity. Imane Khelif is not transgender, and the unfounded rumors about her gender are not just false—they are dangerous. In Algeria, where being homosexual or transgender is illegal, these accusations...
- [Age is Just a Number, Unless You're a Woman: The Double Standards of Marriage and Age Shaming](https://www.el-shai.com/double-standards-of-marriage-and-age-shaming/): So, actress Bushra got married last night. Congrats to her! But instead of basking in the joy of a new marriage, she woke up to the delightful sound of social media trolls clutching their pearls over the fact that—gasp—she&#8217;s three years older than her husband. You’d think we’ve moved past the 1950s, but apparently, some people are still stuck in an era where a woman&#8217;s worth is measured by how closely her age matches her husband&#8217;s—or better yet, is conveniently younger. The outcry over Bushra’s age difference is just another symptom of a society that can’t stop obsessing over numbers, especially...
- [Mom-Shamers, Assemble! Egypt's Armchair Experts Weigh in on Nada Hafez's Olympic Feat](https://www.el-shai.com/mom-shamers-egypts-nada-hafez-olympic-feat/): Olympic fencer Nada Hafez, who’s currently seven months pregnant, decided to do something truly extraordinary: compete on the world stage in the Paris Olympics. And what did she get for it? Applause? Nope. Instead, a brigade of internet critics slapping her with labels like “irresponsible” and “bad mom” faster than you can say “keyboard warriors.” Let’s take a moment to appreciate the sheer audacity of these couch-dwelling critics. Nada, a trained athlete with a medical team on standby and a body conditioned through years of rigorous training, dared to trust her own expertise and that of her doctors. But wait—someone on...
- [Hypocrisy at the Olympics: The Double-Edged Sword of Egyptian "Support"](https://www.el-shai.com/hypocrisy-at-the-olympics-egyptian-support/): The Olympics—a stage where the world&#8217;s best athletes showcase years of dedication, sweat, and unparalleled skill. Yet, as the 2024 games unfold, there’s a glaring hypocrisy festering within our own community. The same voices that cheered for Mohamed El Sayed’s bronze medal in fencing are the ones savagely tearing down our other athletes for not bringing home medals. Is this the kind of &#8220;support&#8221; we want to be known for? The Triumph of Mohamed El Sayed The nation erupted in pride as Mohamed El Sayed clinched a bronze medal in fencing. Social media flooded with praise, patriotic fervor soared, and suddenly...
- [XENA ElShazli Unleashes Her Bold New Sound with "Trial 1"](https://www.el-shai.com/xena-elshazli-new-sound-with-trial-1/): XENA ElShazli, the Egyptian-Lebanese singer and multi-disciplinary artist, is set to release her highly anticipated EP, &#8220;Trial 1 on August 8th, 2024, marking her first bold foray into hip-hop music. This experimental project has been in development for several years, with XENA initially concerned about how her vision would be received. However, she eventually decided to move forward with confidence. Inspiration and Sound Inspired by renowned artists like Kendrick Lamar and Travis Scott, &#8220;Trial 1&#8221; features a blend of fresh sounds and hardcore flows. It&#8217;s a playful and fearless expression of XENA&#8217;s creativity, allowing her to have fun with the writing...
- [Top 5 Fashion Icons of the Olympics: Style Meets Athleticism](https://www.el-shai.com/top-5-fashion-icons-olympics-style-athleticism/): The Olympic Games are not just a showcase of athletic excellence but also a platform where sports and fashion intersect in vibrant, memorable ways. From the bold and groundbreaking styles of Florence Griffith-Joyner to the sleek and stylish gear of Ato Boldon, these athletes have made significant fashion statements, leaving a lasting impact both on and off the field. Let’s explore the fashion journeys of some of these iconic Olympians. Florence Griffith-Joyner (Flo-Jo) Florence Griffith-Joyner, or Flo-Jo, is arguably the most iconic fashion figure in Olympic history. Known for her flamboyant one-legged racing suits, bold color choices, and six-inch fingernails, Flo-Jo&#8217;s...
- [Yomna Ayyad's Paris Olympics Suspension: A Tale of Misplaced Blame and Cultural Taboos](https://www.el-shai.com/yomna-ayyads-paris-olympics-suspension/): In a recent and deeply troubling incident, Egyptian boxer Yomna Ayyad was forced to withdraw from the Paris Olympics after a slight weight increase disqualified her from the 54 kg women&#8217;s event. Despite an initial clearing by the Egyptian Olympic Committee (EOC) and the Egyptian Boxing Federation, Ayyad has faced severe criticism and backlash from both officials and the public. This incident with Yomna Ayyad not only highlights the flaws in how athletes are managed but also underscores the oppressive cultural taboos that continue to plague Egyptian society. The Real Culprit: Mismanagement and Negligence Let&#8217;s set the record straight: Yomna Ayyad&#8217;s...
- [HealthTag Teams Up with InDrive to Offer Captains Unmatched Healthcare Benefits](https://www.el-shai.com/healthtag-teams-up-with-indrive/): HealthTag, the leading healthcare app dedicated to enhancing access to affordable medical services, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with InDrive, the leading ride-hailing service known for its commitment to user satisfaction and expansive network of drivers. As part of this collaboration, HealthTag will equip InDrive captains with access to the HealthTag app. Through the HealthTag app, InDrive captains will gain access to a network of over 3.5K medical providers, enabling them to benefit from discounts of up to 70% on healthcare expenditures. &#8220;We are thrilled to partner with InDrive to extend the benefits of HealthTag to their dedicated network...
- [Exclusive: Mohamed Hamdy Abdelkader Represents Egypt in Paris 2024 Olympics](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-hamdy-abdelkader-egypt-paris-2024-olympics/): El-Shai’s very own Mohamed Hamdy Abdelkader is set to represent Egypt in shooting at the Paris 2024 Olympics! In our exclusive interview, we’ll dive into the journey of our champion and get to know everything about Mohamed Hamdy’s path to the Olympics. Don’t miss out on this inspiring story!
- [A SPOILER-FREE Movie Review on "X-Merati": Is Hesham Maged and Mohamed Mamdouh "Tyson" the New Dynamic Duo in Comedy?](https://www.el-shai.com/movie-review-x-merati-hesham-maged-mohamed-mamdouh/): X-Merati made its grand debut at a special premiere attended by stars and journalists at VOX Cinemas in Mall of Egypt. This Egyptian comedy, featuring Hesham Maged, Mohamed Mamdouh, and Amina Khalil, is set to be a standout in the summer 2024 movie lineup, joining the ranks of current hits like &#8220;Gawaza Toxic&#8221; and &#8220;Welad Rizk 3.&#8221; The movie is crafted by the talented team of writers Karim Samy and Ahmed Abdelwahab, with the creative direction of Moataz El Tony, bringing their unique vision to this engaging comedy. Here&#8217;s our thoughts on X-Merati What’s the Story of X-Merati? X-Merati is a...
- [The Cairo International Film Festival CIFF 2024: Empowering Filmmakers with Specialized Workshops](https://www.el-shai.com/the-cairo-international-film-festival-ciff-2024-empowering-filmmakers-with-specialized-workshops/): The Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) announces organizing a number of workshops, on the sidelines of its 45th edition due to take place from 13th to 22nd of November, within the framework of the festival’s support and development of the cinema industry, as well as its contribution to enhancing the future of cinema. This initiative is spearheaded by the administration of the festival as it believes that film festivals play a key role that not only encompasses film screenings, but also goes beyond that to lend support to filmmakers and encourage them by holding workshops that contribute to enhancing their skills...
- [Before The Applause With Bassma Dawoud](https://www.el-shai.com/before-the-applause-with-bassma-dawoud/)
- ["Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo" Brings Back Egyptian Cinema to Venice After A 12 Year Hiatus](https://www.el-shai.com/seeking-haven-for-mr-rambo-venice/): Venice International Film Festival announced the selection of Egyptian film &#8220;Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo&#8221; as part of the official selection of the 81st edition, scheduled to take place from August 28th to September 7th. The film is set to be screened within the Orizzonti Extra section as its World Premiere, through which films that highlight the latest trends in international cinema for young talents are presented. The selection marks the return of Egyptian Cinema to Venice&#8217;s official lineup after a 12-year absence, since the participation of Ibrahim El Batout&#8217;s &#8220;Winter of Discontent&#8221; in the Orizzonti program in 2012. Seeking Haven...
- [Kamala Harris for President: What Her Candidacy Means for Arabs and the Situation in Gaza](https://www.el-shai.com/kamala-harris-for-president-arabs-in-gaza/): Vice President of the U.S. Kamala Harris is poised to potentially become the 47th President of the United States following President Joe Biden’s decision to step down and endorse her candidacy. While most Americans are celebrating the Democratic party&#8217;s decision, as Arabs, we have to wonder, is this any good for us? And more importantly, where does Kamala Harris stand on the situation in Gaza, Palestine? As the conflict between Israel and Palestine continues to escalate, Harris has maintained a neutral stance that addresses both Israel’s security and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. We&#8217;ve gathered some of her public statements, and...
- [Swimmer Mohamed Ayman Completes 25 km at SwiMaster Event in Dahab](https://www.el-shai.com/swimmer-mohamed-ayman-swimaster-event-in-dahab/): Dahab witnessed a remarkable achievement as swimmer Mohamed Ayman completed a distance exceeding 25 km during the SwiMaster event, held under the theme &#8220;Swim to Live.&#8221; The event was organized with the support of the Ministry of Youth and Sports and Ministry of Environment, the Egyptian Olympic Committee, and the Modern Pentathlon Federation. It aimed to raise awareness about environmental protection, climate change, and the importance of safeguarding marine life and coral reefs through sports. Swimmer Mohamed Ayman&#8217;s Milestone Achievement During the &#8220;Swims for Life&#8221; event in Dahab, swimmer Mohamed Ayman achieved an incredible milestone, surpassing his goal of swimming 25...
- [Blondish North Coast Concert in Egypt Postponed After Social Media Uproar and Cancellation Calls](https://www.el-shai.com/blondish-north-coast-concert-in-egypt-postponed-after-social-media-uproar-and-cancellation-calls/): After social media backlash and demands for cancellation, Plus_VLS has postponed the Blondish concert in the North Coast, initially scheduled for July 26. The post was soon deleted, but not before it was captured in a screenshot by @karimkarim_, who shared it with us. However, they did not provide a new date for the event. Fans who purchased tickets are assured they can get refunds through their original payment methods. The announcement about the postponement was brief and did not specify when the concert might be rescheduled. We assume this is due to their existing contract with the artist. The announcement,...
- [Jordan Witnesses the Largest Opera Fundraiser for Gaza in its Capital Amman: Opera Aida by Amman Opera Festival for the First Time in the Kingdom](https://www.el-shai.com/jordan-witnesses-the-largest-opera-fundraiser-for-gaza-in-its-capital-amman-opera-aida-by-amman-opera-festival-for-the-first-time-in-the-kingdom/): Under The patronage of HRH Princess Muna al Hussein: The biggest show yet Opera Aida! It&#8217;s Amman Opera Fundraiser this year for Gaza&#8217;s orphaned children and medical doctors training through the reputable Palestine International Institute. For its 5th anniversary presents the world famous opera, Aida at Amman Academy theatre starring Zeina Barhoum as Aida from Jordan, Riccardo Gatto as Radames, Agostino Subacchi as the King of Egypt and Luca Gallo as Ramfis from Italy, Cristina del Barrio as Amneris from Spain, Pedro Carillo as Amonasro from Venezuela, Jordanian Sopranos Talia Ghosheh and Sara Barakat, tenors Abdallah Karout, Graziano Issa, Hakim Hawi...
- [Nour El Tayeb Announces Retirement from Squash After a Glittering 20-Year Career](https://www.el-shai.com/nour-el-tayeb-announces-retirement-from-squash-after-a-glittering-20-year-career/): Rise to Stardom and Achievements Nour El Tayeb, Egypt’s former World No.3, captivated squash fans worldwide with her skill and charisma throughout her illustrious career spanning two decades. Since her debut in 2004, El Tayeb soared to the top ranks, achieving a career-high No.3 position in 2018 and clinching 16 prestigious titles on the PSA Tour. Major Victories and Milestones Her triumphs include monumental wins at the 2017 U.S. Open and 2018 Windy City Open, and an unforgettable appearance in the 2018-19 PSA World Championships final in Chicago. Notably, she and her husband, Ali Farag, made history by both securing major...
- [Amir Eid's "Roxi": Authenticity, Emotional Depth, and Cinematic Brilliance](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-eid-roxi/): Amir Eid&#8216;s latest musical endeavor, &#8220;Roxi: Chapter One&#8221; released independently and crafted under Sony Music Entertainment Middle East, takes listeners on a journey back to the enchanting era of the 1950s and 1960s. The album&#8217;s opening tracks, &#8220;Hagat Gowaya&#8221; and &#8220;Esmek Eh,&#8221; set a nostalgic tone, paving the way for a rich exploration of introspective themes and emotional depth. It&#8217;s already trending #1 in &#8220;Music&#8221; on Youtube. We&#8217;ve been hung up on Amir Eid’s two new tracks all day, and here&#8217;s the reasons why. Nostalgic Vibes: &#8220;Hagat Gowaya&#8221; In &#8220;Hagat Gowaya,&#8221; Eid explores internal struggles and societal disconnection. Lyrics like &#8220;مش...
- [A Look into Netflix’s new Egyptian Original Series: Echoes of the Past](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-egyptian-original-series-echoes-of-the-past/): Filled with complexities of family bonds and the consequences of buried secrets, comes the thrilling new limited series, Echoes of The Past. The drama/thriller takes audiences on a journey of suspense, intense action and emotional depth as each episode unravels new layers of mystery leaving audiences guessing what really happened all those years ago… Echoes of The Past delves deep into the emotional and psychological turmoil of Yehia, whose life was torn apart by the murder of his sister, Nadia. After being wrongly convicted of her death and facing 15 years behind bars, Yahia’s release is followed by a burning desire...
- [Unlock Your Future: Top 10 Skills to Master for World Youth Skills Day 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/top-10-skills-master-world-youth-skills-day-2024/): As we move into 2024, the demands of the modern world are constantly evolving. Today&#8217;s youth face a rapidly changing landscape that requires a unique set of skills to navigate successfully. In honor of World Youth Skills Day, let&#8217;s dive into the ten essential skills every young individual should master to ensure a bright and successful future. We&#8217;ve also provided up-to-date courses and workshops available in Egypt to help our youth develop these skills for World Youth Skills Day. 1. Digital Literacy In today&#8217;s digital age, understanding how to use technology effectively is crucial. Digital literacy goes beyond basic computer skills;...
- [Standing by Victims: Exposing the Absurdity of the 15-Year Sentence in the Uber Kidnapping Case](https://www.el-shai.com/15-year-sentence-in-the-uber-kidnapping-case/): The Seventh Circuit of the Cairo Criminal Court in Fifth Settlement has sentenced the Uber driver accused of assaulting &#8220;Nabila Awad&#8221; and kidnapping her to 15 years of imprisonment. However, in a shameless display of legal trickery, Attorney Ibrahim Mabrouk has resorted to outrageous and insulting tactics in defending the Uber driver accused of the heinous crimes of kidnapping and sexual assault. His recent statements before the Cairo Criminal Court in the Fifth Settlement today are not only a slap in the face to the victim but also an appalling distortion of the truth. A Pathetic Diversion Mabrouk&#8217;s so-called defense? Accusing...
- [Summer in the North Coast Made Better with Exclusive Offers from ADIB-Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/summer-north-coast-exclusive-offers-adib-egypt/): Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank-Egypt (ADIB-Egypt) is making waves this summer with a brand-new campaign running from July 1st to the 31st of August Designed to offer customers a unique and exceptional experience, this campaign is packed with exclusive benefits and opportunities tailored just for you. Cashback and Beyond With ADIB-Egypt&#8217;s covered cards, you can enjoy up to 2% cashback on your summer expenses. This isn&#8217;t just a seasonal perk; it&#8217;s a taste of the many cohesive opportunities and special offers that ADIB-Egypt customers can access. Smooth Sailing from the Start ADIB-Egypt&#8217;s offers start right at the beginning of your journey. Skip...
- [Scandal on 2 Wheels: Shahd Said, The Cyclist Who Hit Her Teammate, Is Now Heading to the Olympics](https://www.el-shai.com/shahd-said-cyclist-olympics/): In a whirlwind of controversy, Mohamed Wagih Azzam, the President of the Egyptian Cycling Federation, has announced that cyclist Shahd Said will participate in the Paris Olympics. This decision comes after a heated debate on social media following a recent incident where Shahd collided with her teammate, Jana Aliwa, during a race, resulting in significant injuries to Jana. Initially, the Egyptian Cycling Federation imposed a one-year suspension and a fine of 5,000 EGP on Shahd Said. However, Azzam defended the decision to allow her to compete in the Olympics, citing the paramount importance of Egypt&#8217;s interests. In an interview with FilGoal.com,...
- [Ahmed Dawood Starts Filming His New Series Kol Sana Marra](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-dawood-filming-his-new-series-kol-sana-marra/): Star Ahmed Dawood has begun filming his scenes in the new series Kol Sana Marra, directed by Yahya Ismail. This dynamic duo is reuniting after their huge success with the series Zeinhom, which topped the watchlist on the Watch It platform since its broadcast. Kol Sana Marra features an impressive cast, including Ahmed Dawood, Ahmed Bedir, Mohammed Mahmoud, Tharaa Gobail, Mourad Makram, and Farah Youssef. The series is written by Abdel Rahman Gawish, directed by Yahya Ismail, and produced by Yellow Tape. Scheduled to be streamed on a digital platform, this off-season series will consist of 10 episodes, promising a compact...
- [Celebrate SWANA Culture at Sahra Festival in Berlin: A Night of Music and Inclusivity](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrate-swana-culture-sahra-festival-berlin/): Get ready for an unforgettable night as SAHRA celebrates its second anniversary with the inaugural Sahra Festival at Lido Berlin on July 12, 2024. This event promises a vibrant celebration of SWANA (South West Asian and North African) culture, music, and community, making it a must-attend for music lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike. From 20:00 to 06:00, attendees will be treated to an eclectic mix of Arabic music, spanning beloved classics to contemporary genres such as Electro-tarab, Oriental techno, and Post-Shaabi. With live shows and DJ sets, Sahra Festival guarantees something for everyone, whether you’re a fan of traditional rhythms or...
- [Classism in Celebration: The Disturbing Trend Highlighted by Maryam El Haraky's Birthday Bash](https://www.el-shai.com/classism-trend-maryam-el-harakys-birthday-bash/): Mocking any social class for &#8216;entertainment&#8217; is not just tacky, it&#8217;s downright disrespectful. Case in point: Egyptian influencer Maryam El Haraky, who turned her birthday bash into a masterclass on what not to do. While we feel sorry for what happened to Hassan Abdalla &#8216;Piso&#8217; and wish him a quick recovery—and do not approve of weaponry in a social event—our main concern isn&#8217;t the brawl that broke out. Instead, it’s the pervasive and blatant classism that was on full display. Mocking any social class is completely unacceptable. It’s not just hurtful, it’s unnecessary. By caricaturing and ridiculing a group of people,...
- [World Chocolate Day: Top 5 Underrated Chocolates in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/world-chocolate-day-underrated-chocolates-egypt/): World Chocolate Day, celebrated annually on July 7th, is a time for chocolate lovers worldwide to indulge in their favorite sweet treat. While global brands often dominate the market, Egypt boasts its own array of delicious and underrated chocolate brands. Here, we highlight five Egyptian chocolate brands that deserve a spot in your chocolate stash. 1. Covertina Covertina is a long-standing favorite in Egypt, known for its wide range of chocolate products. From classic chocolate bars to luxurious pralines, Covertina combines quality ingredients with traditional recipes to create chocolates that are both nostalgic and delightful. Their attention to detail and consistent...
- [#WhatToWatch Hashtag... A Gateway to Entertainment Through Endless Creators and Content on TikTok](https://www.el-shai.com/whattowatch-hashtag-creators-content-tiktok/): In the age of digital media, TikTok is known as a gateway to entertainment for its short-form videos and the communities that are evolving on the platform. Through #WhatToWatch hashtag, community members seeking guidance on movies, TV shows, and other forms of media, will have them all in one place. So, here’s how #WhatToWatch hashtag will serve you as a gateway to entertainment. The platform has established itself as a powerhouse of movies, programs, and entertaining content through its hashtag #WhatToWatch. Offering entertainment content to its community, this hashtag serves as a dynamic and interactive engine, making it a go-to resource...
- [FIRST NBA BASKETBALL SCHOOL IN AFRICA TO LAUNCH IN EGYPT](https://www.el-shai.com/nba-basketball-school-in-africa-egypt/): NBA Africa and New Era Education, The Cairo-based educational services and school management company that seeks to bring high-quality educational institutions to Egypt to provide Egyptian students with the best possible education opportunities, today announced a multiyear collaboration for New Era Education to launch and operate the first NBA Basketball School in Africa. Located at Uppingham School Cairo, the international school in New Giza, Egypt, NBA Basketball School will for Uppingham School youth ages 5-18. The year-round, basketball development program will cover on-court training, skill development and basketball education for all skill levels. “The launch of Africa’s first NBA Basketball School...
- [Tatweer Misr and Rebel Riders Unite for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month](https://www.el-shai.com/tatweer-misr-and-rebel-riders-unite-for-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month/): May&#8217;s no longer just about blooming flowers and warm weather; it&#8217;s Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Tatweer Misr heads with Rebel Riders to spread the word among over 40 bikers who took a thrilling ride exploring the breathtaking sight of IL Monte Galala in Ain Sokhna. Safety First, Always Upon arrival, after riding for 120 km from Cairo to IL Monte Galala with scenic views that will take your breath away, bikers were met with the world’s first mountain top crystal lagoon with its 1,300-meter beachfront that extends into tranquility. Nestled between chains of mountains and the clear waters of the Red...
- [Disturbed .. مشوش: A Deep Dive into Mahmoud Hamdi’s Upcoming Exhibition at Access Gallery](https://www.el-shai.com/disturbed-mahmoud-hamdi-exhibition-access-gallery/): The moonlight was shining that night. They stood side by side, gazing across the water. The reflection of the moon on the water was mesmerizing, casting a glow that seemed almost magical. Yet, they were drawn to the darker, more shadowed side. Their faces, a mix of sadness, confusion, and indifference, told a story of their own. They could cross to the other side, but they chose not to. Perhaps it was fear, or perhaps it was the unsettling nature of the water that held them back. This poignant scene sets the tone for &#8220;Disturbed .. مشوش,&#8221; the upcoming exhibition by...
- [Asladi Properties Celebrates Milestone with "Shades Within Vol.1" Event](https://www.el-shai.com/asladi-properties-shades-within-vol-1-event/): Asladi Properties recently celebrated a significant milestone at their latest project, Shades New Cairo, by gathering all their esteemed partners and collaborators for an exclusive event. The celebration, named &#8220;Shades Within Vol.1,&#8221; showcased the remarkable progress achieved by Asladi Properties in commercial concepts. The company has been keen on selecting renowned names that people seek, bringing them all together under one roof. From fine dining establishments like Chi Cha and La Plancha to delightful coffee spots like CAF and Cult, Shades offers an unparalleled array of options. The evening was filled with captivating entertainment, featuring performances by the talented singer Yara...
- [#TikTokCookBook: The Ultimate Guide to Cooking Experiences and the Best Recipes](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktokcookbook-the-ultimate-guide-to-cooking-experiences-and-the-best-recipes/): What&#8217;s the best therapy than cooking food and preparing meals for the ones you love? Cooking can be a truly nourishing and therapeutic experience, allowing you to unleash your creativity, learn new skills, and savor the fruits of your labor. Luckily, the world of #TiktokCookBook offers a virtual variety of cooking inspiration, tutorials, and community to elevate your culinary journey. TikTok has revolutionized the way we discover and share food content. The #TiktokCookBook hashtag is an authentic treasure trove, where passionate food creators from around the world come together to showcase their talents and share their kitchen secrets. Whether you&#8217;re a...
- [The World Art Forum for Development Foundation launches its Sustainable Art Initiative “Through Her Eyes” on May 28th](https://www.el-shai.com/the-world-art-forum-for-development-foundation-through-her-eyes/): As a part of its continued mission to support SDGs through artistic expression, the World Art Forum for Development Foundation announced the launch of the second phase of the &#8220;Sustainable Art and Human Development&#8221; initiative, themed &#8220;Through Her Eyes&#8221; focusing on the economic empowerment of women and youth and achieving Sustainable Development Goals. The initiative is held in partnership with the European Union and under the auspices of several ministries. These include the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development, the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of International Cooperation, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Ministry...
- [UNGC Appoints Dr. Ahmed Shalaby to Board, Highlighting Commitment to Sustainability](https://www.el-shai.com/ungc-appoints-dr-ahmed-shalaby-to-board/): In an exciting development at the General Assembly, the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) announced the appointment of Dr. Ahmed Shalaby, President and CEO of Tatweer Misr, as a board member for the next three years. This recognition underscores his unwavering dedication to green transformation and sustainability. Dr. Shalaby expressed his pride in this new responsibility, emphasizing Tatweer Misr&#8217;s strong commitment to sustainability. He highlighted the company&#8217;s establishment of a specialized unit focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance reporting. Additionally, Tatweer Misr is actively working towards reducing carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with global sustainability goals. With an impressive...
- [Vanity Fair Faces Backlash for Editing Out Guy Pearce's Palestine Pin](https://www.el-shai.com/vanity-fair-editing-out-guy-pearces-palestine-pin/): At Cannes Film Festival, Australian actor Guy Pearce made a subtle yet significant political statement by wearing a Palestinian flag pin and a bracelet in Palestinian colors. However, when Vanity Fair France published a photo of Pearce, the pin had been photoshopped out, sparking widespread outrage and accusations of censorship. Egyptian journalist Ahmed Hathout criticized the magazine, highlighting the inconsistency of editing out the pin while leaving the bracelet untouched. Vanity Fair issued an apology, attributing the alteration to an editing mistake, but many remain unconvinced. Pearce&#8217;s support for Palestinian rights is well-documented. He has previously advocated for a boycott of...
- [TikTok Star FONIX Exposed as Serial Killer "Safah El Tagmoa"](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-star-fonix-exposed-as-serial-killer-safah-el-tagmoa/): In a shocking revelation, Karim, a popular TikToker known as &#8220;Safah El Tagmoa,&#8221; has been accused of a series of heinous crimes. With around 630,000 followers, Karim, who used the alias &#8220;FONIX,&#8221; gained fame for his educational English content on TikTok. However, behind this seemingly innocent facade, he is now suspected of murdering four young women and disposing of their bodies in the deserts of Port Said and Ismailia. Unveiling Karim&#8217;s Past Investigations have revealed that Karim, a 46-year-old from Alexandria, was previously a teacher before transitioning to a career in trade, both domestically and internationally. Divorced and a father to...
- [Remember His Name: Abdallah Ramadan Ashri Hagi](https://www.el-shai.com/remember-his-name-abdallah-ramadan-ashri-hagi/): Today, we honor the memory of Abdallah Ramadan Ashri Hagi, a brave Egyptian soldier whose life was tragically cut short. Abdallah was killed by Israeli gunfire at the Rafah crossing, an incident that has sparked profound grief and anger among those who knew him and countless others who are moved by his story. Abdallah was more than just a soldier; he was a dedicated guardian of his homeland, a symbol of strength and resilience. His commitment to his duty and his country was unwavering, and he stood as a pillar of courage in the face of danger. His tragic death is...
- [Before The Applause With Ahmed Abdelhamid](https://www.el-shai.com/before-the-applause-with-ahmed-abdelhamid/)
- [Egyptian Talent Shines at Cannes: Mostafa El Kashef's Masterful Cinematography in 'The Village Next to Paradise'](https://www.el-shai.com/cannes-mostafa-el-kashefs-the-village-next-to-paradise/): The Cannes Film Festival witnessed a historic moment yesterday with the world premiere of &#8220;The Village Next to Paradise,&#8221; a film that not only brought the scenic beauty of Somalia to the big screen but also showcased the extraordinary talent of Egyptian cinematographer Mostafa El Kashef. Directed by Austrian-Somali filmmaker Mo Harawe, this intimate family drama is the first film entirely shot in Somalia to be featured at Cannes, competing in the prestigious Un Certain Regard section. Mostafa El Kashef&#8217;s work on &#8220;The Village Next to Paradise&#8221; has been nothing short of remarkable. Known for his keen visual literacy and ability...
- [Anomaly Beneath Giza Pyramids Suggests New Theory on Ancient Construction Techniques](https://www.el-shai.com/anomaly-beneath-giza-pyramids-theory-construction/): A groundbreaking discovery at the Giza Pyramids has sparked international intrigue and led to a new theory on how these ancient structures were built. Advanced scanning technology has identified an anomaly beneath the sands near the iconic pyramids, suggesting a hidden chamber and offering fresh insights into ancient Egyptian engineering. The discovery was made through sophisticated muon tomography, a technique that detects changes in density below the surface. Located near the base of the Great Pyramid, this anomaly points to the presence of a large, previously unknown cavity. Archaeologists and researchers are eager to investigate further, with hopes of uncovering secrets...
- [Malak Badawi Drops Her First Reggaeton Single, Bringing Bold Female Energy with "Mesh Gaya"](https://www.el-shai.com/malak-badawi-egypts-female-reggaeton-mesh-gaya/): Malak Badawi has officially launched her groundbreaking new single, &#8220;Mesh Gaya,&#8221; and it&#8217;s everything we hoped for and more. As Egypt’s first female Reggaeton artist, Malak is making waves with this energetic and vibrant track that’s set to redefine the local music scene. A Fresh Beat &#8220;Mesh Gaya&#8221; is not just another release; it’s a bold statement. With its infectious beats, catchy rhythms, and a blend of traditional Reggaeton and Middle Eastern sounds, this track brings the heat of Reggaeton to Egyptian ears for the first time. The song features upbeat percussion, lively horn sections, and Malak&#8217;s powerful vocals. &#8220;Reggaeton has...
- [The Harlem Globetrotters are Coming to Egypt with a Free Ticketed Event](https://www.el-shai.com/the-harlem-globetrotters-egypt/): Get ready, Egypt! The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are making a grand return with an all-new team and show that&#8217;s set to dazzle audiences across the country. Kicking off this May, they&#8217;re bringing their jaw-dropping basketball skills and epic family-friendly fun to our shores, and you do not want to miss it! The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is thrilled to announce that the Harlem Globetrotters will be performing in Egypt. They’ll be lighting up the stage with their incredible performances in both Cairo and Alexandria. Here are the dates and details: Cairo Performances Alexandria Performance This event is more than just a...
- [Saadiyat Cultural District Abu Dhabi: One of the greatest concentrations of cultural institutions is on track for 2025 completion](https://www.el-shai.com/saadiyat-cultural-district-abu-dhabi-2025/): The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has today reaffirmed that Saadiyat Cultural District, along with its cultural institutions, is on track for completion in 2025. Saadiyat Cultural District is a global platform, emanating from a rich cultural heritage, celebrating traditions, and advancing equitable culture. It is an embodiment of empowerment, showcasing museums, collections, and narratives that celebrate the region’s heritage while promoting a diverse global cultural landscape. Once completed, the diversity of Saadiyat Cultural District’s institutions will make the district one of the most unique cultural platforms. It is already the home of Louvre Abu...
- [Instagram Celebrates African Women in ‘Made by Africa, Loved by the World’ 2024 Campaign](https://www.el-shai.com/instagram-celebrates-african-women-in-made-by-africa-loved-by-the-world-2024-campaign/): In celebration of Africa Day on May 25, Instagram has launched its international and pan-African campaign ‘Made By Africa, Loved by the World’. In a first, this year&#8217;s Instagram campaign celebrates women of impact, spotlighting four trailblazing women from the continent and diaspora &#8211; all of whom have built a global presence through their exceptional talents and passions across sports, entertainment and music. Now in its fourth year, the women featured in this year’s 2024 campaign hail from Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya and for the first time Egypt. Eniola Aluko, Bontle Modiselle, Victoria Kimani and Tasneem Elaidy tell their inspiring stories...
- [Court of Cassation Confirms Death Sentence for Ismailia Killer Abdel Rahman Dabour](https://www.el-shai.com/death-ismailia-killer-abdel-rahman-dabour/): In a landmark decision today, the Court of Cassation upheld the death sentence for Abdel Rahman Dabour, the notorious Ismailia killer. This final verdict concludes a high-profile case that has captivated Egypt since Dabour&#8217;s heinous crimes came to light. Abdel Rahman Dabour, the Ismalia killer, infamously known as the &#8220;Ismailia Butcher,&#8221; committed brutal murder in Ismailia, where he publicly beheaded his victim in November 2021. Dabour claimed he was avenging the honor of his family, alleging that the victim had sexually assaulted his mother and sister. This grisly act was witnessed by numerous bystanders, causing widespread panic and outrage. After his...
- [The Dangerous Implications of Fadwa Mawaheb’s Teachings on Our Children](https://www.el-shai.com/fadwa-mawahebs-teachings-on-our-children/): Recently, Fadwa Mawaheb, a former director turned religious educator, has sparked significant controversy in Egypt with her videos targeting children. Her latest claims about the inappropriateness of wearing &#8220;hot shorts&#8221; even at home and the supposed increase in sins have drawn widespread criticism. Such teachings are not only misleading but also potentially harmful to the psychological well-being of young girls. Spreading Fear and Shame Mawaheb’s assertion that girls should not wear shorts even in the privacy of their homes, suggesting it is sinful, is deeply problematic. This kind of rhetoric instills a sense of shame about their bodies, which can lead...
- [Violence Erupts in Kyrgyzstan After Incident Involving Harassment of Egyptian Female Medical Students, Targeting International Students](https://www.el-shai.com/violence-kyrgyzstan-egyptian-medical-students/): In a troubling development, several Egyptian medical students were injured following a mob attack on foreign students in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The incident is part of a wave of violence that began on Friday evening, exacerbated by the circulation of videos showing a brawl between Kyrgyz students and Egyptian medical students. The violence in Bishkek was reportedly triggered by an incident on May 13 involving harassment of Egyptian female students by local Kyrgyz students. According to eyewitnesses, the conflict began when Egyptian male students intervened to defend their compatriots. This intervention led to a physical altercation between the Egyptian...
- [The Brink of Dreams: From El-Minya to Cannes Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/the-brink-of-dreams-el-minya-to-cannes-film-festival/): In the heart of a remote village in southern Egypt, a group of young girls dared to dream beyond the confines of their traditional surroundings. &#8220;The Brink of Dreams&#8221; (رفعت عيني للسما), directed and produced by the talented duo Nada Riyadh and Ayman El Amir, chronicles the journey of these girls who formed an all-female street theater troupe. Their passion for acting, dancing, and singing led them to challenge societal norms and perform in the streets, capturing the essence of their struggles and aspirations. Shot over a span of four years, including during the pandemic, this documentary follows the girls from...
- [Beyond The Spotlight with May ElGhety - الشاي مع مي الغيطي](https://www.el-shai.com/beyond-the-spotlight-with-may-elghety-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%85%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%ba%d9%8a%d8%b7%d9%8a/)
- [Before The Applause With Youssef Gabriel - الشاي مع يوسف جبريال](https://www.el-shai.com/before-the-applause-with-youssef-gabriel-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%8a%d9%88%d8%b3%d9%81-%d8%ac%d8%a8%d8%b1%d9%8a%d8%a7%d9%84/): Before The Applause With Youssef Gabriel &#8211; الشاي مع يوسف جبريال
- [Crcl Faces Backlash After Failing to Refund Oscar and the Wolf Concertgoers in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/crcl-refund-oscar-and-the-wolf-in-egypt/): Belgian indie-pop sensation Oscar and the Wolf was scheduled to perform at an eagerly awaited concert at the foot of the Great Pyramids of Giza on April 11, 2024. The event, organized by Egypt-based event organizer Crcl, boasted ticket prices ranging from EGP 1200 to EGP 3000, signaling an exclusive musical experience. The concert was abruptly canceled, and following the cancellation, Crcl gave ticketholders the option to either receive tickets for the new date, which was never announced, and by the look of things was not happening, or receive a refund. Max Colombie, the frontman of Oscar and the Wolf, announced...
- [The Tea with Nardine Farag – الشاي مع ناردين فرج](https://www.el-shai.com/the-tea-with-nardine-farag-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%86%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%af%d9%8a%d9%86-%d9%81%d8%b1%d8%ac/)
- [Tragic Incident at Egypt's Women's Cycling Championship Sparks Controversy and Investigation](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-womens-cycling-championship-controversy/): A severe accident marred Egypt&#8217;s Women&#8217;s Cycling Championship, resulting in significant injuries for young cyclist Jana Aliwa after a collision with fellow national team member Shahd Said. This unfortunate event took place during the crucial final meters of the race last Saturday evening. Collision Details and Immediate Aftermath The incident unfolded as Shahd Said, a known sprint specialist, allegedly veered from one side of the track to the other, ultimately colliding with Jana Aliwa. The impact was severe enough to cause Aliwa to suffer a shoulder fracture, temporary memory loss due to a concussion, rib fractures, and various bruises. Immediate medical...
- [الشاي مع سارة الشامي - The Tea with Sarah Elshamy](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%b3%d8%a7%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%8a-the-tea-with-sarah-elshamy/)
- [Bouncing Back: How to Regain Your Work Mentality After a Long Weekend](https://www.el-shai.com/regain-your-work-mentality-after-a-long-weekend/): After enjoying a relaxing long weekend, like the one for Sham El Nessim, transitioning back to a work mindset can feel challenging. However, with the right strategies, you can smoothly shift gears and regain your focus. Here’s how to get back into the work mentality after a long break: Plan Your Week Ahead Before the weekend starts, outline what you need to accomplish in the coming week. This planning helps minimize the cognitive load on your first day back as you already have a clear guide of priorities and actions. Revisit this plan first thing when you return to work and...
- [Financial Fitness: Budgeting Strategies for Young Professionals](https://www.el-shai.com/financial-budgeting-strategies-young-professionals/): For many young professionals, navigating the financial landscape can be daunting. The transition from student life to full-time employment brings new responsibilities, including managing one’s finances effectively. Budgeting is a crucial skill that can help you achieve financial stability and meet long-term goals like buying a home, saving for retirement, or funding personal projects. Here’s a guide on how to master budgeting and set yourself up for financial success. 1. Understand Your Financial Flow Start by tracking your income and expenses. Knowing where your money comes from and where it goes is the first step in effective budgeting. Use apps like...
- [How to Boost Your Productivity During the Sham El Nessim Long Weekend](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-boost-your-productivity-during-long-weekend/): As we approach the long weekend marking Sham El Nessim, it&#8217;s an excellent opportunity to enjoy a break while staying productive. The key is to focus on realistic, practical strategies that are backed by efficiency principles. Here’s how you can maximize your productivity during this festive time off: Prioritize High-Impact Tasks Identify tasks that will have the most significant impact once completed. Focusing on high-impact tasks ensures that even a small amount of work can lead to substantial improvements in your work or personal life. The Pareto Principle or the 80/20 rule supports this approach, suggesting that 80% of consequences come...
- [Summer 2024 Fashion Trends: A Blend of Technology, Sustainability, and Nostalgia](https://www.el-shai.com/summer-2024-fashion-trends/): As we approach the summer of 2024, the fashion industry continues to pivot towards innovative and sustainable trends, shaping not only the future of apparel but also of environmental consciousness. This season, we are seeing an intriguing blend of technology, eco-friendliness, and a nod to past decades that together forge the path for future wardrobes. Here’s what to expect in the upcoming Summer 2024 Fashion Trends: 1. Sustainability at the Forefront View this post on Instagram A post shared by Up-Fuse (@upfuse) The fashion world is becoming increasingly green, focusing on materials that are not only sustainable but also ethical and...
- [Expats in Egypt's Guide to Sham El Nessim: Everything you need to know](https://www.el-shai.com/expats-in-egypts-guide-to-sham-el-nessim/): Sham El Nessim is an ancient Egyptian festival that marks the beginning of spring. Translating to &#8220;smelling the breeze,&#8221; this holiday is a unique blend of cultural traditions and natural celebrations, deeply rooted in Egypt’s history. It’s celebrated on the day following Eastern Christian Easter, linking it to both Pharaonic traditions and later religious practices. Origins and Historical Significance The origins of Sham El Nessim can be traced back to at least 2700 BCE, making it one of the oldest continuously celebrated festivals in the world. Originally known as &#8220;Shemu,&#8221; it was a time to celebrate the harvest and honor the...
- [Palm Sunday Traditions and Significance in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/palm-sunday-traditions-and-significance-in-egypt/): Palm Sunday, the first day of Holy Week, holds a special place in the hearts of Christians worldwide. In Egypt, where Christianity has deep historical roots, the traditions and significance of Palm Sunday are celebrated with unique customs that reflect the country&#8217;s rich cultural tapestry. Let&#8217;s explore how Egypt commemorates Palm Sunday and the meanings behind these cherished practices. The Significance of Palm Sunday Palm Sunday marks Jesus Christ&#8217;s triumphant entry into Jerusalem, as recorded in the Christian Gospels. As he entered the city, crowds welcomed him with palm branches, symbolizing victory, peace, and triumph. This event set the stage for...
- [Murder for Profit: Egyptian Child Killing Filmed as Snuff for Dark Web Sale](https://www.el-shai.com/murder-egyptian-child-killing-snuff-dark-web/): The chilling case of a 15-year-old boy&#8217;s murder in Shubra El-Kheima, Egypt, has sent shockwaves through the community and beyond. The gruesome crime involved not just murder, but the dismemberment of the victim, all filmed to be sold as a snuff video on the dark web—a hidden part of the internet notorious for illegal and explicit content. The Crime: A Gruesome Act Recorded on Camera The Egyptian Public Prosecution launched an extensive investigation into the case, designated as case number 1820 for the year 2024, Shubra El-Kheima First Section. The investigation revealed that the victim&#8217;s body was found in a rented...
- [Ask Sedky Sakhr – اسال صدقي صخر](https://www.el-shai.com/ask-sedky-sakhr-%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%a7%d9%84-%d8%b5%d8%af%d9%82%d9%8a-%d8%b5%d8%ae%d8%b1/)
- [The Tea with Hoda Eletreby - الشاي مع هدى الإتربي](https://www.el-shai.com/the-tea-with-hoda-eletreby-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d9%87%d8%af%d9%89-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a8%d9%8a/)
- [Robert De Niro in Egypt: Nobu's Expansion with SODIC Transforms New Cairo's Eastown](https://www.el-shai.com/robert-de-niro-egypt-nobus-sodic-new-cairo-eastown/): SODIC, the leading real estate developer in Egypt, and Nobu, the renowned luxury lifestyle brand known for its iconic 41 hotels, 77 restaurants, and 12 residences, proudly announce the signing of Nobu Hotel and Restaurant East Cairo. The signing, which took place at Nobu Fifty Seven in New York, marks Nobu and SODIC’s third venture in Egypt, following the unveiling of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences in both West Cairo and North Coast Egypt last summer. Strategically situated in the newly developed Eastown District New Cairo “EDNC”, Nobu Hotel and Restaurant will enjoy a prime location directly on Road 90, the...
- [Before the Applause with Yasmina El-Abd](https://www.el-shai.com/before-the-applause-with-yasmina-el-abd/)
- [How the Funeral of Salah El Saadany Exposed Ethical Issues in Journalism](https://www.el-shai.com/salah-el-saadany-exposed-ethical-issues-journalism/): The passing of Egyptian actor Salah El Saadany triggered a debate about ethics in journalism, especially surrounding privacy during funerals. El Saadany&#8217;s family requested that journalists not attend his funeral or take photos, which some journalists objected to, citing press freedom. This response led to public criticism and discussions about the ethical boundaries of journalism. Legislative Context for Funeral Privacy Recent legislative changes in Egypt have sought to protect funeral privacy. An addition to Article 88 of the Penal Code prohibits publishing or broadcasting images or videos of funerals without prior written consent from the deceased&#8217;s family. This law aims to...
- [Economic Court to Try 11, Including a YouTuber, in Connection with Naira Salah's Death](https://www.el-shai.com/economic-court-naira-salah-death/): The Economic Court has scheduled the trial of 11 individuals accused of spreading false news and rumors about the death of Naira Salah Mahmoud, a student at Al-Arish University. The hearing will take place on April 28, and the charges involve causing public unrest, damaging public interest, and spreading misinformation via social media. Investigation into the Spreading of False News The Public Prosecutor&#8217;s Office assigned the Ministry of Interior&#8217;s Communications and Information Technology Sector to investigate the electronic platforms discussing the case to identify sources of false news or rumors. The resulting report indicated that several individuals, some of whom had...
- [Damanhour Hosts the First Stop of "MedFest Cinema Nights" in Lower Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/damanhour-medfest-cinema-nights-in-lower-egypt/): A huge audience from Damanhour and surrounding areas witnessed the first stop of MedFest Cinema Nights in Lower Egypt at Damanhour Cultural Complex Theater. The attendees interacted during the discussion, in the presence of veteran actress Salwa Mohamed Ali, Consultant Psychiatrist at Cairo University and Founder of Rakhawy Institute, Prof. Dr. Mona Al-Rakhawy, and actress Miran Abdelwareth, moderated by Film Program director at Bibliotheca Alexandria, documentary director Ahmed Nabil. The discussion focused on the relationships that lead to violence and the impact of violence on health, which was held after screening 4 short films highlighting the same theme. During the discussion, Professor of Psychiatry at Cairo University...
- [Sexual Violence and Murder: The Heartbreaking Case of Sudanese Baby Gehan's Murder](https://www.el-shai.com/sexual-violence-murder-sudanese-baby-gehans-murder/): In a heartbreaking incident that has sent shockwaves through Egypt, a 10-month-old Sudanese infant named Gehan Gomaa was brutally assaulted and murdered in the Nasr City district of Cairo. The Egyptian Public Prosecutor&#8217;s Office issued five key decisions on April 20 in response to the heinous crime, following an intense investigation and public outcry. The decisions include the arrest of a suspect, an Egyptian laborer, who is accused of sexually assaulting and killing the infant, then discarding her body in a public garden. The incident came to light when the &#8220;Refugees Platform in Egypt&#8221; received a report from the Sudanese refugee...
- [Cultural Icon Under Threat: The Battle to Save the Nabil Darwish Museum](https://www.el-shai.com/save-the-nabil-darwish-museum/): The Egyptian government’s decision to demolish the museum and a part of the residence of the late artist Nabil Darwish has stirred significant controversy. Dr. Maha Abdel Nasser, a Member of Parliament representing the Egyptian Democratic Party, filed an urgent inquiry directed at the Prime Minister, the Minister of Transport, and the Minister of Culture. She questioned the rationale behind the demolition order for the museum located on the Saqqara Tourist Road in Giza. The demolition is intended to make way for the expansion of the Maryotia ring road. According to Dr. Abdel Nasser, the heirs of Nabil Darwish received a...
- [Egyptian Teacher Faces Death Penalty for Brutal Murder of Student](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-teacher-faces-death-penalty-student/): The Mansoura Criminal Court in Dakahlia has referred the case of the Egyptian teacher Mohammed Abdelgalil Al-Tahawy, a physics teacher convicted of murdering his student Ihab Ashraf Abdelaziz and dismembering him into three parts, to the Grand Mufti for his religious opinion on the death penalty. The court has set May 21 for the final verdict after receiving the Mufti&#8217;s recommendation. The decision was made by Judge Magdy Ali Qassem, the head of the 7th Circuit of the Mansoura Criminal Court, which oversees cases in Al-Stamouni. The judicial panel included Judge Wael Safwat Rashid, Judge Mohey El-Din Mohamed El-Kanany, and Judge...
- [Filming for "El Hawa Sultan" Wraps up, Soon to Hit Cinemas Starring Menna Shalaby and Ahmed Dawood](https://www.el-shai.com/filming-el-hawa-sultan-menna-shalaby-ahmed-dawood/): The film production company &#8220;Sea-Cinema Productions&#8221; announced the completion of filming for &#8220;El Hawa Sultan.&#8221; The romantic comedy film is set to be released in cinemas this summer season. The film features an all-star cast including Menna Shalaby, Ahmed Dawood, Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Sawsan Badr, and Gihan El-Shamashergy. It is written and directed by Hiba Yousry, with production by Sea-Cinema&#8217;s Ahmed Fahmy and Hany Naguib. Storyline and Cast &#8220;El Hawa Sultan&#8221; is a light-hearted romantic drama centered on relationships and love among friends, offering a comedic twist. The storyline combines the charm of romance with the humor of life&#8217;s unexpected moments....
- [The Mystery of the Missing Silver Bed from Manial Palace Museum](https://www.el-shai.com/missing-silver-bed-from-manial-palace-museum/): The disappearance of a historic silver bed from Manial Palace Museum in Egypt caused quite a stir on social media. Visitors to the museum recently noticed that the bed, once belonging to Amina Hanim Ilhami, was missing from its usual place in the upper floor of the Throne Hall. A Facebook post by a museum visitor highlighted the bed&#8217;s absence, sparking widespread concern and speculation about its whereabouts. This particular bed, weighing over a ton and made entirely of silver, was one of four given by Khedive Ismail to his children, who were all married on the same day. It is...
- [Opinion: The High Cost of Inclusion - The Debate Sparked by Shark Tank Egypt’s Cippo Episode](https://www.el-shai.com/high-cost-of-inclusion-shark-tank-egypt-cippo/): In a recent episode of Shark Tank Egypt, the spotlight fell on Cippo, a project aimed at providing educational support for children with special needs. The initiative centers on offering shadow teachers, professionals who work one-on-one with children to facilitate their integration into classrooms. Cippo also provides therapy sessions, workshops, and parent consultations, pitching itself as a comprehensive solution for families. While the idea of shadow teachers is not new, the pitch’s focus on affordability—or lack thereof—quickly became a point of contention online. Cippo introduced a model where parents bear the responsibility of hiring shadow teachers, costing anywhere between 12,000 and...
- [2025 Horoscopes Predictions: What the Stars Have in Store for Every Zodiac Sign](https://www.el-shai.com/2025-zodiac-horoscopes-predictions/): As 2025 rolls in, the stars are aligning (or maybe misaligning) to bring us a year full of surprises, lessons, and growth. Whether you’re a skeptic or a firm believer, horoscopes offer a fun and sometimes eerily accurate glimpse into the year ahead. Let’s explore what each zodiac sign can expect in 2025—from career breakthroughs to love-life twists. Aries (March 21 – April 19) Key Theme: Taking Charge This is your year to step up and lead, Aries. Opportunities to showcase your skills will come knocking—don’t hesitate to answer. In relationships, you’ll need to work on patience and compromise to keep...
- [Reel Talk Ep. 2 | Ahmed Gamal Said &amp; Sherif El Sheashaei Dive into Watar Hasas and Their Controversial Characters!](https://www.el-shai.com/reel-talk-ahmed-gamal-said-sherif-el-sheashaei/): In this episode of Reel Talk, we sit down with Ahmed Gamal Said and Sherif El Sheashaei, the stars of the gripping series Watar Hasas. The duo opens up about their experiences portraying their complex characters, the thought process behind their performances, and the challenges of bringing the series to life. But that’s not all—things heat up as they debate their characters’ most controversial decisions and actions, sharing insights into the drama that kept viewers on the edge of their seats! Watch now for exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, engaging debates, and a closer look at the world of Watar Hasas.
- [What’s Happening in Syria? Everything You Need to Know](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-happening-in-syria-everything-to-know/): The recent fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime has marked a historic turning point in Syria. For Egyptians, this event resonates deeply, not just because of regional ties but also due to the reactions of Syrians living in Egypt. Here’s a breakdown of the situation, with insights into its local impact. What just happened in Syria? After 24 years in power, Assad’s regime fell following a rapid ten-day offensive by rebel forces. Key cities like Aleppo, Homs, and Hama fell before the rebels captured Damascus, the capital. Reports suggest Assad fled the city, with some indications he may have sought refuge at...
- ["Inshallah a Boy" Takes Part in the Official Competition of Duhok Film Festival in Iraq](https://www.el-shai.com/inshallah-a-boy-duhok-film-festival-in-iraq/): Director Amjad Al-Rasheed&#8217;s Jordanian film &#8220;Inshallah a Boy&#8221; is to take part in the official competition of Duhok International Film Festival, as part of the international competition for feature films with 8 films from 9 countries from across the world between (9-16) December. The festival is held in Duhok, Kurdistan, Iraq, and presents new and exciting cinema from all over the world, as well as Kurdish cinema. Director Al-Rasheed mentioned that &#8220;Inshallah a Boy&#8221; is a true story about Nawal who, after the sudden death of her husband, becomes at risk of losing her home to her brother-in-law, Rafiq, according to...
- [In Video | Releasing the Official Trailer for "Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo"](https://www.el-shai.com/official-trailer-for-seeking-haven-for-mr-rambo/): In time with “Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo” being in the main competition in a number of festivals in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Belgium, Iraq and Tunisia, its official trailer releases on all platforms ahead of its widely anticipated release; coming to cinemas in Egypt on 1/1/2025 and across the Arab world on 9/1/2025. The official trailer highlights the story of Hassan, a young man in his thirties who rediscovers himself on a quest to save his dog and best friend Rambo. He is forced to confront the fears of his past. Hence, Hassan seeks to save himself and Rambo...
- [Trump’s Gaza Threats: A Wake-Up Call for Arabs Who Believed He Was Pro-Palestine](https://www.el-shai.com/trumps-gaza-threats-arabs-pro-palestine/): Donald Trump’s recent threats against Hamas—demanding the release of hostages in Gaza or facing “hell to pay in the Middle East”—have shattered any remaining illusions about where he stands on Palestine. For the Arabs who thought Trump was an unconventional leader who might disrupt the U.S.’s pro-Israel bias, his words are a blunt reminder: He was never on our side. Trump’s stance has always been about serving Israeli interests, as evidenced by his first term in office. Yet, some Arabs, frustrated by years of broken promises from other U.S. administrations, bought into the myth that his “outsider” persona and transactional politics...
- [Stop Exploiting Grief: Why Sa'ato W Tareekho Is a Disgrace to True Crime Storytelling](https://www.el-shai.com/saato-w-tareekho-disgrace-true-crime-storytelling/): How low must we sink in the name of “entertainment”? The upcoming series Sa&#8217;ato W Tareekho (His Hour and His Date), dramatizing the brutal murder of Nayera Ashraf, marks yet another dark moment for Egypt’s entertainment industry. The murder that shocked the nation, leaving a family devastated, has now been turned into fodder for ratings—and it’s appalling. Nayera Ashraf’s family has publicly condemned this series. They were not consulted. They do not approve. And yet, their grief is being paraded as a spectacle for millions to consume. Let’s call this what it is: exploitation. This isn’t about raising awareness or exploring...
- [MENA’s pop-culture takes centre stage in YouTube’s End of Year Lists](https://www.el-shai.com/menas-pop-culture-takes-centre-stage-in-youtubes-end-of-year-lists/): Today, YouTube released its annual lists ranking the top moments, creators, and music on the platform across the Middle East &amp; North Africa. For the first time, YouTube also unveiled the Top Topics in MENA, which highlight the top moments in news, trends, pop-culture, and more that resonated across the platform. Commenting on this year’s lists, Javid Aslanov, Head of YouTube in the Middle East &amp; North Africa said “This year&#8217;s YouTube End-of-Year lists reveal how YouTube mirrors the most important events in MENA. From breaking news and sporting moments to the latest gaming trends and breakout musical artists, these lists...
- [Reel Talk Ep. 1: Amir El-Masry & Naqqash Khalid Break Down In Camera](https://www.el-shai.com/reel-talk-ep-1-amir-el-masry-naqqash-khalid-break-down-in-camera/): In the first episode of Reel Talk, Amir El-Masry and Naqqash Khalid get real about their film In Camera. From the creative process to the nuanced themes, they share what went into making this unique project. Catch the full conversation and get an inside look at the making of In Camera. Don’t forget to share your thoughts below!
- [Amr Youssef Unveils a New Side: The Thrilling Adventures of Darweesh](https://www.el-shai.com/amr-youssef-unveils-a-new-side-of-darweesh/): With the commencement of filming for his new movie Darweesh, Amr Youssef reveals an exciting and distinctive facet of his artistic journey, blending intrigue and charisma in a suspense-filled narrative. In Darweesh, Amr takes on the role of a man who walks the fine line between contradictions, skillfully balancing humor and cunning, simplicity and meticulous planning. This journey with the character of Darweesh was not a spur-of-the-moment decision. It took four years of collaboration with writer Wissam Sabry to craft the unique world and compelling personality of Darweesh. Explaining his choice of the role, Amr Youssef shared, &#8220;What drew me to...
- [New Games, New Stakes: ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 Main Trailer and Key Art ‘Round and Round’ Unveiled](https://www.el-shai.com/squid-game-season-2-main-trailer-unveiled/): Netflix unveils the main trailer and key art ‘Round and Round’ for the second season of the world’s most-watched show Squid Game. With its premiere just around the corner on December 26, the trailer delivers an electrifying glimpse into the deadly games and gripping character dynamics that await fans worldwide. Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-Jae) returns, locked in a tense battle with the shadowy Front Man (Lee Byung-hun). As new games unfold, the stakes grow deadlier, and Gi-hun’s mission to end the games once and for all takes center stage. Will he succeed, or will the system claim even more victims? The...
- [Mai’s Vault Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Addresses Harsh Criticism](https://www.el-shai.com/mais-vault-shares-breast-cancer-diagnosis/): When Egyptian-American influencer Mai, known as Mai’s Vault, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis, she didn’t just drop personal news—she made a statement. For months, people criticized her evolving look, from her short hair to wearing caps and wigs. Little did they know, these changes were the result of chemotherapy. Her decision to share her story wasn’t just brave; it was a call for compassion in a world that too often jumps to judgment. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mai مي (@maisvault) The Backlash: Judging Without Knowing Let’s rewind. As Mai transitioned through her treatments, she faced a...
- [16 Days of Activism Community Festival: What Women Want…Magazine Launches Its First Annual Festival in Downtown, Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/16-days-of-activism-what-women-wantmagazine/): What Women Want…Magazine, proudly announces the launch of its very first 16 Days of Activism Community Festival in partnership with Pathfinder International and UNFPA and Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Development.  The community festival, running from November 27th to December 1st, 2024, is an event curated to celebrate the communities that support women and empower the stories of the survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) during the 16 Days of activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign through art, talks, panels, films and theatre. Hosted at Al-Ismaelia’s iconic venues in the heart of Cairo, Downtown—Cinema Radio, the Factory, and the Warehouse—the festival gathers a...
- [Netflix's "Echoes of the Past" Review: A Promising Start With Room for Growth](https://www.el-shai.com/netflixs-echoes-of-the-past-review/): Netflix’s Echoes of the Past, the Egyptian adaptation of Who Killed Sara?, brings a new cultural lens to the Mexican thriller series that captured audiences with its gripping mystery.  The original revolves around Alejandro, who unravels the truth behind his sister Sara’s murder, while the Egyptian version shifts focus to Yehia, played by Asser Yassin, as he navigates a labyrinth of secrets and betrayal after being wrongfully imprisoned for his sister Nadia’s death. Staying True While Adapting to an Egyptian Context The adaptation does a commendable job of localizing the story, weaving in themes and dynamics that resonate with Egyptian audiences....
- [Wegz and Ramy Sabry’s Feud Highlights Egypt’s Musical Divide](https://www.el-shai.com/wegz-and-ramy-sabrys-feud-highlights-egypts-musical-divide/): Egypt&#8217;s music scene has witnessed a heated conflict between Wegz, the face of modern Egyptian rap, and Ramy Sabry, a veteran pop artist. What started as comments by Sabry during a TV interview quickly turned into a full-blown feud after Wegz’s sharp response on social media. This dispute highlights the widening gap between traditional pop and the new wave of rap and hip-hop dominating the charts. What Sparked the Controversy? During his appearance on Hebr Serri, Ramy Sabry shared his mixed views on rap and mahraganat music. While he praised Wegz as talented and hardworking, he admitted he doesn’t understand the...
- [A Cinematic Clash: Amir Ramses vs. Essam Zakaria – Behind the Cairo International Film Festival Controversy](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-ramses-essam-zakaria-cairo-international-film-festival/): The Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) is no stranger to drama, but this year, the drama isn’t confined to the screen. A heated dispute has erupted between Amir Ramses, former director of CIFF, and Essam Zakaria, the current director of the festival’s 45th edition. At the center of this clash are allegations, criticisms, and what both sides have deemed &#8220;misleading&#8221; or &#8220;insulting&#8221; remarks. The Beginning of the Feud The tension began when Essam Zakaria, known for his sharp critiques and dedication to cinema, gave an interview where he expressed dissatisfaction with the festival’s outcome. He attributed this to internal challenges, claiming...
- [Egypt Filming Locations' New Film Protocol: A Fresh Start for the Land of Cinema?](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-filming-locations-global-film-industry/): The 45th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has introduced a game-changing development for Egypt’s position in the global film industry. Ahmed Badawy, General Manager of the Egypt Film Commission, and John Rakich, President of the Location Managers Guild International (LMGI), signed a protocol aimed at making Egypt an attractive and accessible destination for international filmmakers. This collaboration reflects a commitment to redefining Egypt’s place in the cinematic world. But as the global film industry has increasingly looked to other countries in recent years, is this move enough to reclaim the spotlight? Egypt’s Cinematic Legacy: A Dream Destination Egypt’s...
- [Netflix Celebrates Upcoming Series, Echoes of the Past, with Exclusive Cairo Events](https://www.el-shai.com/netflix-celebrates-series-echoes-of-the-past/): Ahead of the highly anticipated launch, Netflix celebrated their latest series, Echoes of the Past, over a period of two days. The exciting activities kicked off on November 17, as stars of the show graced the red carpet at the prestigious Cairo International Film Festival, where the spotlight shone brightly on the upcoming series. The evening continued with an exclusive screening of the first two episodes, captivating a full house of guests to a sneak peak of what’s to come. The momentum continued on November 18 with a press conference and an evening cocktail celebration immersing media representatives from both regional...
- [Reinventing Nostalgia: How Mickey Magazine Keeps Evolving with the Times](https://www.el-shai.com/mickey-magazine-evolving-with-the-times/): If you grew up in Egypt, chances are Mickey Magazine was more than just a part of your childhood—it was a portal to magic. For decades, the magazine has brought Disney’s enchanting world to Egyptian readers while staying true to local culture. And let’s be real: whether you were flipping through pages to meet Mickey, Donald, or Goofy, or learning about the stars who made Disney’s magic happen in Egypt, the excitement never faded. But Mickey Magazine isn’t just about nostalgia. It’s about evolution, innovation, and staying connected to a fanbase that spans generations. From Readers to Creators: The Passion Behind...
- [Exploring European Stories: Literature Night Takes Over Downtown, Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/literature-night-in-downtown-2024/): Get ready for a cultural journey through the heart of Downtown Cairo as Literature Night Downtown 2024 takes center stage on November 20, 2024. This unique event celebrates contemporary European literature, offering a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of multilingual storytelling in an iconic urban setting. Organized by the Czech Centres since 2006, this global initiative is now hosting its third Egyptian edition. What’s Literature Night All About? This year’s event is a vibrant collaboration between: With support from partners like Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment and Access Art Space, the event promises a night of literary exploration. The...
- [TikTok LIVE MENA and UN World Food Programme Amplify 'ShareTheMeal', to Help Provide Meals to Children in Need Worldwide](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktok-mena-un-world-food-programme-sharethemeal/): The “Meals of Hope” campaign on TikTok LIVE leveraged live features to encourage the community to donate As part of its mission to drive positive change, TikTok LIVE MENA has joined forces with ShareTheMeal, the official fundraising platform of the UN World Food Programme (WFP). TikTok LIVE MENA’s campaign, “Meals of Hope”, which took place on TikTok LIVE on November 3rd, encouraged viewers to learn more about ShareTheMeal’s efforts to provide meals to vulnerable children and families around the world through engaging content from creators and community interaction. It promoted the message that together, we can fight global hunger. Since its...
- [Get Ready to Traverse Your Future at the Grand Egyptian Museum!](https://www.el-shai.com/get-ready-to-traverse-your-future-at-the-grand-egyptian-museum/): Hey, future trailblazers! Mark your calendars for November 22-23, 2024, because Traverse 24 is back for its 9th edition, and this time, it’s happening at the iconic Grand Egyptian Museum. Powered by iSpark and hosted by Gem Experience, this summit is designed to make career exploration as exciting as it is informative.. Traverse is proudly sponsored by the Ministry of Youth and Sports under the leadership of His Excellency Dr. Ashraf Sobhy. So, grab your friends, tell your parents, and get ready for a weekend full of inspiration, connections, and—let’s be honest—a lot of fun. Why Should You Be There? Traverse...
- [Masterpiece Lion of the Desert by Moustapha Akkad Premieres in 4K at Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/lion-of-the-desert-premieres-in-4k-at-ciff/): Front Row Filmed Entertainment and Cairo International Film Festival are proud to announce the premiere of the newly restored 4K version of the classic film Lion of the Desert (1981), directed by Moustapha Akkad, on November 15 and 17. This screening spotlights a film that has stood the test of time and remains profoundly relevant in today’s global context. Cairo International Film Festival, known for showcasing socially relevant films, is the perfect venue for the revival of Lion of the Desert. The stunning 4K restoration, done by Trancas International Films at Deluxe in London and Private Island Sound in Hollywood, brings...
- [The Official Trailer For ABU JUDY Has Been Released ahead of Its World Premiere at The Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/official-trailer-for-abu-judy-has-been-released/): A few days before its world premiere at the Cairo International Film Festival (November 13 &#8211; 22) as part of the short film competition, the official trailer for ABU JUDY, directed by Adel Ahmed Yehia, has been released. The trailer begins with the young girl, Judy, entering a mobile accessories shop, followed by a scene where she is on the road with her father on a motorcycle. ABU JUDY is a story by Adel Ahmed Yehia, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Ebrahim El Naggari and Mohamed Mamdouh. The film tells the story of Judy, a 10-year-old girl, who regularly accompanies...
- [Public Shaming or Public Awareness? Examining Dr. Wessam Shoaeb’s Controversial Video](https://www.el-shai.com/public-shaming-or-public-awareness-examining-dr-wessam-shoaebs-controversial-video/): In recent days, a video shared by Dr. Wessam Shoaeb, an Egyptian obstetrician-gynecologist, has ignited widespread controversy across social media. In her video, Dr. Shoaeb detailed cases of pregnancy resulting from extramarital relationships, claiming her intent was to &#8220;raise awareness&#8221; of these issues in Egyptian society. However, the video has sparked a heated debate. While some supporters argue that she is shining a light on difficult truths, others believe she has fundamentally betrayed the ethics of her profession, breaching patient confidentiality and employing a tone that many found harsh and disrespectful. What Happened? The controversy began when Dr. Shoaeb posted a...
- [DeFacto Unveils Latest New Season Collection at Exclusive Ceremony in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/defacto-unveils-latest-new-season-in-cairo/): DeFacto, a leading global fashion brand, revealed its highly anticipated New Season Collection during an exclusive event in Cairo. The event, which gathered DeFacto’s key stakeholders in the local market, demonstrates the brand’s unwavering dedication to growth and innovation in Egypt, its second-largest market after Turkey, while strengthening its positioning within the Egyptian fashion landscape. The exquisite New Season collection by DeFacto showcases a captivating range of stylish, contemporary, and budget-friendly pieces tailored to cater to the diverse preferences of Egyptian consumers. Offering a broad selection for all age groups and genders, DeFacto guarantees top quality and fabric, combined with distinctive...
- [El Hawa Sultan No-Spoilers Review: Chemistry, Charm, and a Whole Lot of Heart](https://www.el-shai.com/el-hawa-sultan-review/): We saw El Hawa Sultan, and it’s safe to say, this isn’t your average rom-com! Going in, we expected a light, funny romance, but what we got was so much more. With Menna Shalaby and Ahmed Dawoud at the helm, the film dives into the ups and downs of love, friendship, and family in a way that feels real and wonderfully relatable. Plus, let’s admit it, we were pleasantly surprised—especially by Ahmed Dawoud, who wasn’t exactly everyone’s first choice for a romantic lead but ended up sweeping us off our feet. Directed by the talented Heba Yousry, known for her heartfelt...
- [HerStory Films Incubator Launches Its First Program in Bahrain in Collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Bahrain Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/herstory-films-launches-first-program-in-bahrain/): HerStory Films has officially launched its Film Incubator in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and the Bahrain Film Festival. This initiative opens new avenues for female Bahraini directors to develop their artistic talents and produce exceptional short films. We are proud to announce our partnership with the Ministry of Information and the Bahrain Film Festival to promote and support female filmmakers in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During a press conference held yesterday, His Excellency Dr. Ramzan Bin Abdullah Al Nuaimi, Minister of Information; HerStory Films founders Mona Zaki and May Abdel Asim; and Chairperson of...
- [A Gripping New Arabic Thriller Series- ‘Echoes of the Past’ Set to Premiere Exclusively on Netflix](https://www.el-shai.com/echoes-of-the-past-exclusively-on-netflix/): A web of lies, a family tragedy and a man’s quest for justice &#8211; Premiering exclusively on Netflix, December 06! Get ready to be immersed in a world of intrigue, suspense and deception as ‘Echoes of the Past’ premieres on December 06, 2024 on Netflix. The eight-episode series, set in Egypt, is sure to leave audiences on the edge of their seats as it unravels the dark secrets of a family entangled in a mysterious murder. The series follows the story of Yehia (Asser Yassin) who is out to seek revenge and uncover the truth behind the murder of his beloved...
- [Cairo Calling: Eight Performances by Egyptian and Arab Directors Shine at D-CAF Festival this Thursday](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-arab-directors-d-caf-festival/): The &#8220;Cairo Calling&#8221; program will kick off on Thursday, November 7, as part of the 12th edition of the Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival (D-CAF). The festival, which began on October 17 and runs through November 10, features eight standout performances by Egyptian and Arab artists. The lineup includes: “Nazar” by Lara Kobeissi (Lebanon/UK), “What if Those Tears Were Not Only Mine?” by Racha Baroud (Lebanon), “Fragments” by Oumaima Bahri (Tunisia), “Retro-Rave” by Ahmed Gharib (Egypt), “I Woke Up a Sweaty Human” by Dalia Khalife (Lebanon), “Light” by Rita Akroush (Jordan), “Dressing Room” by Bissane Al-Charif and Hala Omran (Palestine/Syria/France), and “I...
- [Mic-Drop Netflix Moments That Live Rent-Free in Our Heads](https://www.el-shai.com/mic-drop-netflix-moments/): From jaw-dropping drama to unforgettable one-liners, these moments had us hooked and hitting rewind. Now, with Netflix&#8216;s Moments feature, you can effortlessly save and relive these iconic scenes. Moments are first saved in the Netflix mobile app, where members can revisit the exact scene and find the season, episode, and timestamp available to share. Ready to dive back into the moments that left a lasting impression? Prison Break Season 1, Episode 01 (42:03) &#8211; “ You’ve seen the blueprints? Better than that … I’ve got them on me” “You’ve seen the blueprints” “Better than that. I’ve got ‘em on me” pic.twitter.com/HEs70Wp1MN...
- [UN-Habitat Announces Opening of Cairo Urban Week with “Urban Spaces of Cairo: Past, Present, and Future” Exhibition at the Grand Egyptian Museum](https://www.el-shai.com/un-habitat-cairo-urban-week-exhibition-grand-egyptian-museum/): UN-Habitat is pleased to announce the start of Cairo Urban Week, with the opening of the Urban Spaces of Cairo: Past, Present, and Future exhibition, hosted at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) in collaboration with Legacy Development and Management, Operator of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Launching on November 1, 2024, and running until November 16, 2024, this exhibition serves as the opening event for Cairo Urban Week and pays tribute to the upcoming 12th World Urban Forum, which will take place in Cairo in November. Open to all visitors, this exhibition highlights the evolution of Cairo’s public spaces and inspires a...
- [Unmasking Oppression: Ahoo Daryayi’s Protest Exposes Iran’s Failing Dress Code Policies](https://www.el-shai.com/ahoo-daryayi-protest-exposes-irans-dress-code/): In an incident that has reignited the debate on Iran&#8217;s dress code laws, Ahoo Daryayi, a 30-year-old French language student, was confronted by university security and Basij agents on Tehran&#8217;s Islamic Azad University campus for not wearing the “maqna&#8217;e” — a strict type of head covering mandated in certain academic settings. Daryayi&#8217;s refusal to comply led to a violent confrontation, shedding light on the harsh methods used by Iranian authorities to enforce dress codes. What Happened? According to sources, Daryayi was approached by security personnel who demanded she comply with the specific head covering requirement. When she resisted, the situation quickly...
- [Tragic Incident at Port Said Mechanical School: Student Fatally Stabbed by Classmate](https://www.el-shai.com/port-said-mechanical-school-student-stabbed/): In a deeply shocking incident, a first-year student at Port Said Mechanical Boys&#8217; School, Mohamed Omar Mahran, was fatally stabbed by a classmate on Sunday morning. The young student was reportedly attacked within the school premises, turning what should be a place of learning into a scene of tragedy. Incident Details According to sources, the fatal altercation occurred early in the school day. Witnesses report that Mahran, the victim, was involved in a dispute with his classmate, identified as A.N.A., near the school restroom. The disagreement escalated when the alleged perpetrator pulled out a concealed weapon and delivered a fatal stab...
- [The Short Film Abu Joudy Premieres at the 45th Cairo International Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/film-abu-joudy-cairo-international-film-festival/): The short film Abu Joudy is set to make its debut at the 45th Cairo International Film Festival, competing in the Short Film category. Directed and conceptualized by Adel Ahmed Yehia, Abu Joudy is a collaborative production by Hawadeet Films (producer Moataz Abdel Wahab), Red Star Films (producers Safi El-Din Mahmoud and Baho Bakhsh), and Garage Art Production (artist and producer Ahmed Magdy). The film features cinematography by Disha Hesham, art direction by Noura Fawzi, and editing by Mohamed Mamdouh, with performances by Emad Ghoneim and young talent Jana. Set over the course of a single day, Abu Joudy follows 10-year-old...
- [10 Raw Moments that Made Us Appreciate Amr Saad Even More: A Recap of #ABtalks](https://www.el-shai.com/amr-saad-recap-of-abtalks/): In Amr Saad’s recent #ABtalks interview, the Egyptian actor didn&#8217;t just share his story; he opened up with raw honesty, reflecting on his life’s highs, lows, and everything in between. From stories of humble beginnings to insights on love, failure, and forgiveness, Saad’s words hit home. Here are the moments that stood out the most, reminding us why we’re drawn to his authenticity and strength. Starting From Scratch – With a Falafel Cart and a Dream Before he was on the big screen, Saad was all about hard work. He shared memories of doing odd jobs, from working in a falafel...
- [Journeys of the Heads of States: New Exhibition at the Czech Embassy Opened](https://www.el-shai.com/new-exhibition-at-the-czech-embassy-opened/): The “gallery“ at the wall of the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Cairo in Dokki Street will change its appearance again. After the successful Famous Czech Composers, a new exhibition entitled Journeys of the Heads of States will follow. Curated and authored by Adéla Jůnová Macková and Libor Jůn, the exhibition texts are accompanied by the unique photographs that were lended by the Czech Academy of Sciences and the National Museum of the Czech Republic. The Journeys of the Heads of States exhibition is organized by: The Masaryk Institute and Archives of the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic...
- [Yango Play Unveils Spooky Thrills with Exclusive "Hwjn" Premiere and Halloween Weekend Lineup!](https://www.el-shai.com/yango-play-unveils-spooky-thrills-hwjn-premiere/): Get ready for a spine-tingling Halloween weekend with Yango Play’s exclusive release of the supernatural thriller Hwjn.Here’s everything you need to know about Hwjn and the best spine-chilling titles to stream for the ultimate Halloween experience! 1. Dive into &#8220;Hwjn&#8221;, Saudi Arabian Fantasy Thriller Step into Hwjn, Yango Play&#8217;s first Saudi fantasy feature, based on the best-selling Saudi fantasy novel by Ibraheem Abbas and directed by Yasir Al Yasiri. The film&#8217;s events begin when a human family moves into the home of Hujan and his family in a world where jinn are compelled to live among humans, completely upending their lives....
- [Google Announces AI Opportunity Initiative for the Middle East and North Africa to Make Benefits of AI More Accessible and Inclusive for Everyone](https://www.el-shai.com/google-announces-ai-opportunity-initiative/): Google announced today the AI Opportunity Initiative for the Middle East &amp; North Africa, its largest AI initiative in the region, that will provide essential AI skills, research funding and access to helpful AI products. Google.org, Google&#8217;s philanthropic arm, is planning to contribute US$15 million, between this year and the end of 2027, through funding to organisations across the region to ensure the opportunities created by AI reach everyone. Recent research indicates a need to accelerate AI and digital literacy to help more people become competitive in an AI-first economy and workforce. According to the Economist Impact, the potential economic impact...
- [An Exclusive Interview with Farah El Zahed on "Roj Eswd"](https://www.el-shai.com/interview-with-farah-el-zahed-on-roj-eswd/): We recently had the chance to sit down with the rising star, Farah El Zahed, to discuss her role in the much-anticipated series Roj Eswd. Known for her captivating performances and ability to portray complex emotions, Farah has quickly carved out a place for herself in Egyptian drama. After kickstarting her acting career with roles in movies like El Batta El Safra and Esaba Azzima, where she demonstrated her versatility, Roj Eswd marks another milestone in her career. In this series, she takes on the challenging role of Habiba, a young woman facing domestic abuse and attempting to overcome the oppressive...
- [Why the Pressure to "Achieve" in Your 20s is Overrated—and What Really Matters](https://www.el-shai.com/why-the-pressure-to-achieve-in-your-20s-is-overrated-and-what-really-matters/): We recently asked our followers on Instagram, &#8216;Do you feel behind for not achieving something major by your 20s?&#8217; The answers were overwhelmingly relatable, with many sharing similar feelings of self-doubt and pressure to &#8216;make it&#8217; early in life. In a world where social media bombards us with images of “successful” young people, it’s hard not to feel like we’re falling behind. As someone who&#8217;s just 22, I know that pressure all too well. But recently, I came across a post that made me think differently: &#8220;What failure are you talking about in your 20s? Out of those years, 10 were...
- [Cairo Urban Week Kicks Off at National Museum of Egyptian Civilization with Minister of Local Development, Cairo Governor, and UN Officials in Attendance](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-urban-week-kicks-off-at-national-museum/): Randa Fouad: “Through the World Art Forum for Development Foundation, we aim to highlight Egypt&#8217;s commitment to combating climate change by promoting sustainable art.” The World Art Forum for Development Foundation (WAFDF), in collaboration with the United Nations, UN-Habitat, and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), inaugurated the World Urban Forum and Cairo Urban Week at the National Museum of Civilization. This landmark event highlighted the vital theme of sustainable cities and communities, attended by the Minister of Local Development, the Governor of Cairo, a distinguished elite of ambassadors, and the Managing Executive Director of the NMEC. In his welcome...
- [The Ultimate Egyptian-Inspired Halloween Costume Guide: 17 Creative, Spooky, and Last-Minute Ideas](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-inspired-halloween-costume-guide/): Halloween’s a perfect excuse to get spooky with some classic Egyptian folklore and iconic characters. Instead of the usual zombies and vampires, why not explore the haunting legends of Egypt? From ghostly figures by the Nile to undead royals and cursed spirits, here’s a massive guide with over 17 costume ideas. Whether you’re looking for a quick DIY or something more elaborate, these costumes are guaranteed to turn heads and add a unique, authentic Egyptian twist to Halloween. 1. El Naddaha (The Siren of the Nile) Who is She? El Naddaha is a ghostly figure said to haunt the banks of...
- [The United Bank of Egypt Offers 30% Shares to the Public: What This Means and Why It Matters](https://www.el-shai.com/the-united-bank-of-egypt-offers-30-shares-public/): This week, The United Bank of Egypt announced plans to sell 30% of its shares on the Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX), opening the door for the public to own a piece of the bank. Owned by Egypt’s Central Bank, The United Bank is putting 330 million shares up for sale, a move that’s part of Egypt’s larger plan to divest from state-owned assets and bring in fresh investment. But what does this mean for you, and who really benefits from this sale? Let’s break it down. What’s Happening with The United Bank? The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) currently owns The...
- [Creative Industry Summit Annual Festival 2024: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact with Groundbreaking Announcements, Major Partnerships, and an Unforgettable Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/creative-industry-summit-annual-festival-2024/): The Creative Industry Summit Annual Festival 2024 marked a milestone in the creative economy with a stellar celebration of its 10th anniversary, held on October 21-22 at Cairo Business Park, by its strategic partner Misr Italia Properties, for the third consecutive year. Themed Impact Beyond Years, this year’s festival brought together over 170 speakers and thousands of attendees from across the MENA region and the globe. The festival addressed critical challenges and opportunities through dynamic panel discussions, keynote speeches, fireside chats, and workshops across industries such as marketing, advertising, fashion, design, visual arts, film, TV, media, technology, Artificial Intelligence, real estate,...
- [Artoday Brings Egyptian and Arab Artists to Rome Art Week](https://www.el-shai.com/artoday-brings-egyptian-and-arab-artists-to-rome-art-week/): Today marks the opening of Egypt&#8217;s participation in Rome Art Week (RAW), with an exhibition organized by Artoday under the title &#8220;Border Crossing Hypothesis&#8221; and inaugurated by PhD. Marwa Ali Fawzi, Cultural Attache in Rome and Head of the Educational Mission in Italy, and Counselor Nevine Elsaeed, Deputy Chief of the Egyptian Mission to Italy and Chargé d’Affaires on behalf of Ambassador Bassam Rady, Egyptian Ambassador to Italy, in addition to Maya Vetri, Councilor for Culture of the Municipality of Rome, Marwa Fawzy, Egyptian Cultural Attaché in Rome, as well as the Founder of Rome Art Week Massimiliano Padovan Di Benedetto....
- [Nour Releases New Single “NOGOUM”](https://www.el-shai.com/nour-releases-new-single-nogoum/): In &#8216;Nogoum,&#8217; r4wlight paints a picture of personal growth in a world that feels constantly off-balance. Surrounded by a whirlwind of noise and uncertainty, she reflects on her internal struggles, describing a mind crowded with anxieties and thoughts that spiral like a storm.  Yet, through the chaos, she expresses a determination to break free from these patterns, to appreciate the positive aspects of her life and to avoid falling into negative thinking when faced with new, yet better, situations. The song grapples with the allure of dissociation as a temporary escape but ultimately emphasizes the importance of self-work – of confronting...
- [Egyptian Women Leading the Charge Towards Empowerment with Kūdi’s Support and Vision 2030 Alignment](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-women-empowerment-with-kudis-support-2030/): New Research Highlights Egypt’s Commitment to Women’s Empowerment in Business: Kūdi’s Initiative Supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 Recent findings from the research group ‘The Consultants MEA,’ in collaboration with Kūdi, an association dedicated to accelerating women’s personal and professional growth in the Middle East, highlight the significant progress Egyptian women are making in leadership roles. With Egypt&#8217;s Vision 2030 driving the nation&#8217;s focus on gender equality and female empowerment, the country is witnessing a surge in women-led startups and a stronger presence of women in executive positions. The study, which surveyed about 400 women in leadership roles across the Middle East, revealed...
- ["Walk in Cairo": A Seamless Blend of Fashion and Authenticity](https://www.el-shai.com/walk-in-cairo-a-seamless-blend-of-fashion-and-authenticity/): The &#8220;Walk in Cairo&#8221; campaign by Franco-Egyptian director Ahmed Razeek is a captivating blend of Parisian chic and Egyptian street culture. As part of the global &#8220;Walk in Paris&#8221; fashion brand, the campaign isn’t just a showcase of clothing; it’s a visual and cultural experience that bridges two worlds. Led by Razeek, this cinematic campaign brings the essence of Parisian streetwear to life against the energetic backdrop of Cairo, creating a seamless and immersive narrative. Visual Style and Execution: Fashion Meets Cairo&#8217;s Energy What stands out in &#8220;Walk in Cairo&#8221; is the brand’s ability to integrate its fashion identity without interrupting...
- [Meet Karim Shaaban: The Visionary Egyptian Director Behind "I Don’t Care if the World Collapses"](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-shaaban-egyptian-director-interview/): In the rapidly evolving world of Arab cinema and advertising, one name stands out for pushing creative boundaries: Karim Shaaban. Whether you know him from his captivating short films or his visually stunning commercials, Shaaban is a director who blends human emotion with striking visuals, leaving a lasting impact on his audience. Who Is Karim Shaaban? Karim Shaaban is an Egyptian director known for his work in both independent films and high-profile commercial projects. His unique storytelling style combines artistic depth with commercial appeal, making him a favorite among brands like Hyundai, Toyota, and TRESemmé​. Over the years, he has built...
- [New Instagram Campaign to Raise Awareness and Help Protect Teens from Sextortion Scams](https://www.el-shai.com/instagram-to-raise-awareness-sextortion-scams/): Takeaways Sextortion is a horrific crime, where financially-driven scammers target young adults and teens around the world, threatening to expose their intimate imagery if they don’t get what they want. Today, we’re announcing new measures in our fight against these criminals &#8211; including new safety features to further help prevent sextortion on our apps, building on protections already in place. New safety features to disrupt sextortion Meta is announcing a range of new safety features designed to further protect people from sextortion and make it even harder for sextortion criminals to succeed. Now, we’re making it harder for accounts showing signals...
- [Featuring 13 Emerging Artists…"Cairo Calling" Program Launches Today as Part of D-CAF Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-calling-launches-as-part-of-d-caf-festival/): Today marks the launch of the &#8220;Cairo Calling&#8221; program for performing Arab artists, which includes two key activities: a residency and training program for emerging artists and a performance showcase. Theprogram will also feature several of their performances during the 12th edition of the DowntownContemporary Arts Festival (D-CAF), taking place from October 17 to November 10. The training program hosts 13 emerging Arab artists in the field of performing arts, based in Egypt, theArab world, and the United Kingdom, for a three-week intensive residency and training program. Morningsessions focus on the participants&#8217; artistic approaches and styles, as well as how to...
- [Xena ElShazli: Defying Critics and Earning Triple Nominations at theMusivv Awards](https://www.el-shai.com/xena-elshazli-earning-triple-nominations-at-themusivv-awards/): Xena ElShazli, better known as XENA, has always followed her own artistic path, often using both English and Arabic in her songwriting—a decision that has drawn some criticism in the Arab music scene. While many felt her focus on English lyrics might distance her from traditional Arabic-speaking audiences, XENA stuck to her bilingual style. This decision has paid off significantly, earning her not just recognition but a triple nomination at the prestigious Musivv Awards. The Musivv Awards, which celebrate excellence in Middle Eastern music, had a number of Egyptian artists in the running this year. Despite the competition, XENA was the...
- ["Arees ElBahr": A Tale of Inheritance and the Struggles of the Heart](https://www.el-shai.com/arees-elbahr-a-tale-of-inheritance-and-the-struggles-of-the-heart/): Experience the gripping narrative of &#8220;Arees ElBahr,&#8221; a compelling play based on a timeless folkloric Mawal “Masoud and Wajida&#8221; by the musical legend Mohamed Taha. It’s the hidden strings that moves the events. Set in the heart of Upper Egypt, the story centers on the fierce quarrel between two brothers, over their late father&#8217;s inheritance. While innocent souls are destroyed in the wars of others. This conflict serves as a poignant exploration of human emotions, reflecting the timeless struggle between good and evil, joy and sorrow, separation and reunion. Sokseeh and Arees ElBahr This show is a spiritual trip that no...
- [Recurrent Bus Accidents Involving Al-Galala University Students Raise Safety Concerns](https://www.el-shai.com/recurrent-bus-accidents-in-galala-university/): An anonymous student source reached out to us regarding a series of bus accidents involving Galala University students. Over the past year, there have been four such accidents, with the most recent one occurring just a few days ago on Al-Galala Highway. The source, who is also a survivor of a previous accident, provided detailed accounts of these incidents, which have resulted in multiple deaths and injuries, raising concerns about student safety and the transportation services provided. Details of the Most Recent Accident Involving Al-Galala University&#8217;s Students On Monday, a bus transporting Galala University students from the campus to Cairo overturned...
- [Get Ready for an Exclusive Sneak Peek: The Grand Egyptian Museum Begins Trial Operations of its Main Galleries!](https://www.el-shai.com/the-grand-egyptian-museum-trial-main-galleries/): The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is gearing up for its next big milestone: trial operations of its Main Galleries, kicking off on October 16th, 2024! Visitors will get an exclusive sneak peek into 12 curated exhibition halls, giving them a taste of what’s to come before the official grand opening. The galleries promise a journey through ancient Egyptian history, covering everything from prehistoric times to the Roman era. You’ll get to explore how kings, society, and beliefs intertwined in a way that shaped Egypt’s iconic legacy. Whether you’re all about chronology or prefer to dive into specific themes, the museum offers...
- [Alexandria Hosts the Second Edition of "A Tale of Two Cities: Athens and Alexandria"](https://www.el-shai.com/alexandria-hosts-the-second-edition-of-a-tale-of-two-cities/): Alexandria is to host the second edition of &#8220;A Tale of Two Cities: Athens and Alexandria&#8221; from October 15th to November 4th, organized by &#8220;Culturvator / Art D&#8217;Égypte&#8221; in collaboration with Bibliotheca Alexandrina. The exhibition aims to strengthen the ties between Egypt and Greece by creating a visual dialogue that explores the rich artistic and cultural fabric shared by both countries. Through the works of contemporary Egyptian and Greek artists, who draw inspiration from the cultural heritage of both nations, the exhibition provides a deeper understanding of the enduring bonds between these two civilizations. The Acropolis Museum in the Greek capital,...
- [Mai Salama on 10 Years of Creative Industry Summit Success | What's Next for 2024?](https://www.el-shai.com/mai-salama-on-10-years-of-creative-industry-summit/): In this special interview, we sit down with Mai Salama, the co-founder of the Creative Industry Summit (C-S), to talk about her incredible journey and her role in shaping Egypt&#8217;s leading platform for creativity and innovation. As C-S celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, Mai shares insights into the summit’s success over the past decade, the challenges they’ve overcome, and what exciting things are coming up for this year&#8217;s edition. Don’t miss this deep dive into the world of creativity, inspiration, and innovation with one of the industry&#8217;s top leaders. Stay tuned to El-Shai for more interviews and behind-the-scenes content from...
- [C-S Ramdan Awards 2024: A Look at the Shortlist of Series and Ads](https://www.el-shai.com/c-s-ramdan-awards-2024/): The Creative Industry Summit Ramadan Awards (C-S Ramdan Awards) celebrates the best in television and advertising from the MENA region. As the festival marks its 10th anniversary, here&#8217;s a look at the shortlisted series and ads across various categories. Series Nominees Best Drama Series (30 Episodes) Best Drama Series (15 Episodes) Best Comedy Series Best Drama Actor Best Drama Actress Best Comedy Actor Best Comedy Actress Best Supporting Drama Actor Best Supporting Drama Actress Best Supporting Comedy Actor Best Supporting Comedy Actress Best Rising Actor Best Rising Actress Best Child Actor Best Child Actress Best Drama Screenwriter Best Comedy Screenwriter Best...
- [What to Expect at the Creative Industry Summit Annual Festival 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/the-creative-industry-summit-annual-festival-2024/): The Creative Industry Summit Annual Festival 2024 is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the theme “Impact Beyond Years.” This event, which will be held from October 21–22 at Cairo Business Park in New Cairo and hosted by Misr Italia Properties, is set to be the region&#8217;s most impactful gathering for the creative economy. It’s the perfect opportunity for C-level executives, emerging creatives, students, and anyone eager to engage with the latest innovations across various industries such as advertising, tech, design, fashion, film, and music. Event Overview: A Truly Regional Celebration With participants from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, the...
- [When Privilege Puts on a Show: The Staged Circus of Egypt’s Reality TV](https://www.el-shai.com/the-staged-circus-of-egypts-reality-tv/): Ah, reality TV—a genre meant to give us the unfiltered, raw truth of people’s lives. Except, apparently, when it comes to Egypt&#8217;s version, where it&#8217;s less about reality and more about how far you can flaunt your privilege. The latest example is a new show claiming to offer an “authentic” look into a social media influencer&#8217;s life. Spoiler alert: It’s as real as a 3-EGP knockoff perfume. Family Values—Or Lack Thereof Let’s start with the absolute spectacle of how some people on these shows treat their own parents. The public berating of the father figure isn’t funny—it’s downright disrespectful. It&#8217;s almost...
- [After the Success of the Inaugural People's Choice Ramadan Awards, the Public Decides the Top Ramadan Series and Ads for 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/peoples-choice-ramadan-awards/): For the second consecutive year, the Creative Industry Summit returns with its grand series of awards under the title The People&#8217;s Choice Ramadan Awards to honor the top Ramadan TV series and advertisements of 2024. The final list of nominated works and talents has been announced, and the public can now vote for the winners as the ceremony approaches on October 20th. The People&#8217;s Choice Ramadan Awards is a unique platform that celebrates outstanding achievements in Ramadan TV series and advertisements. Through public voting, this one-of-a-kind event highlights the power of audience participation in recognizing the best creative works in the...
- [From Cannes to Cinemas: The Triumphant Journey of The Brink of Dreams](https://www.el-shai.com/the-journey-of-the-brink-of-dreams/): Since its premiere, The Brink of Dreams has captivated critics and audiences alike, earning its place as a standout in international cinema. This groundbreaking documentary, with its compelling narrative and poignant storytelling, has been featured at numerous prestigious festivals worldwide. Its success lies in its authentic portrayal of life in Upper Egypt, particularly focusing on the challenges young girls face. Making history, The Brink of Dreams became the first Egyptian film to win the coveted L&#8217;Œil d&#8217;or (Golden Eye Award) for Best Documentary at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. The film’s success stems from its raw and honest depiction of young...
- [Meet Egypt’s It-Girl: Huda El Mufti](https://www.el-shai.com/meet-egypts-it-girl-huda-el-mufti/): Huda El Mufti is the name on everyone’s lips, and for all the right reasons. Born and raised in Cairo, Huda always had a flair for the limelight, but it wasn’t until she strutted her way through the modeling world that we caught a glimpse of this future superstar. With her captivating presence and undeniable charm, Huda has quickly become one of Egypt’s most talked-about talents, and we’re here to tell you why. 1- A Strong Academic Background in Drama Huda studied Drama and Theater Criticism at Ain Shams University. This education provided her with the tools to analyze and embody...
- ['Including theaters, exhibition halls, libraries, and cafes'…12 Artistic Spaces Host Vibrant Events at D-CAF Festival!](https://www.el-shai.com/12-artistic-spaces-host-events-at-d-caf-festival/): The Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival (D-CAF) is finalizing preparations for its 12th edition, scheduled to take place from October 17 to November 10 across various theaters and artistic spaces in Cairo. This edition will feature 12 unconventional artistic spaces, from theaters and exhibition halls to multipurpose venues and open spaces in the heart of Downtown Cairo–showcasing the neighborhood’s social and architectural richness with groundbreaking art from across the world. This comes as part of the ongoing collaboration with Al Ismaelia for Real Estate Investment, which has been a supporting partner of the festival since its beginnings in 2012. The Performing Arts...
- [Interview with Anas Nasri](https://www.el-shai.com/interview-with-anas-nasri/): In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Anas Nasri, a talented music producer and the creative mind behind The Black Hole studio. Anas shares his journey into the world of music production, what inspired him to start his own studio, and the challenges he faced along the way. Whether you&#8217;re a music enthusiast or aspiring producer, this conversation is packed with insights into the industry and the future of The Black Hole. Don&#8217;t miss out on this deep dive into the music production world with one of its rising stars.
- [Meet the Characters Ahmed Abdelhamid will be Bringing to Life in His Upcoming Work](https://www.el-shai.com/characters-ahmed-abdelhamid-will-be-bringing-to-life/): Ahmed Abdelhamid’s stardom has been on the rise over the past few years, developing a reputation for his ability to embody diverse characters with various dimensions, and his upcoming work is no exception to that rule. Here are the four new characters Abdelhamid will be bringing to life in this upcoming season of television dramas and films: Stereo – The Gemini – DEBO You can find the first of Abdelhamid’s new characters on Yango Play’s horror-comedy series DEBO. A mercurial character, Stereo’s split personality has so far raised questions among viewers on whether he’s simply a disturbed man or possessed by...
- [Top 6 Reasons Why You Should Watch Mat'am El Habayeb](https://www.el-shai.com/top-6-reasons-why-you-should-watch-matam-el-habayeb/): Hit acting duo Ahmed Malek and Huda El Mufti are making headlines again after the release of their latest rom-com Shahid series MAT’AM EL HABAYEB, in which they have put on their most lovable performances yet. The show also blends comedy and social drama in an enjoyable and unconventional way, making it the ideal drama to sink your teeth into whenever you’re in the mood for something light and relaxing but with substance. Here are the top six things that set MAT’AM EL HABAYEB apart and why it should be at the top of your watchlist: The Chemistry Between Malek And...
- [365 Days of Horror: Palestine’s Endless Struggle Since October 7, 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/365-days-of-horror-palestines-october-7-2023/): Unbearable Losses: Over 42,000 Dead and 2.5 Million Displaced In one year, the war in Gaza has claimed the lives of more than 42,000 Palestinians. Among them are 16,891 children, 11,458 women, 2,419 elderly, and nearly 1,500 members of medical, press, and educational teams. These figures are staggering, but the human cost goes deeper. Over 10,000 people remain missing beneath the rubble, with little hope of recovery. Almost every resident of Gaza has experienced displacement, and many have fled multiple times in a desperate bid to survive. Entire families have been wiped from existence. According to an investigation by the Associated...
- [Unsung Egyptian Heroes of the October 6 War: Stories of Bravery, Deception, and Sacrifice](https://www.el-shai.com/unsung-egyptian-heroes-of-the-october-6-war/): The October 6 War stands as one of the most significant victories in Egyptian history. While the war itself is widely remembered for its strategic brilliance and the breaching of the Bar Lev Line, many of the heroes who played crucial roles remain less recognized. Today, we honor the unsung Egyptian heroes whose courage, intelligence, and sacrifice were pivotal in securing the nation&#8217;s triumph at the October 6 war. 1. Ashraf Marwan: The Master of Deception Ashraf Marwan, a political figure and businessman born in 1944, played a pivotal role in deceiving Israeli intelligence. As the son-in-law of President Gamal Abdel...
- [Yasmina El Abd Joins the Cast of Mawdou A’eli Season 3](https://www.el-shai.com/yasmina-el-abd-joins-the-cast-of-mawdou-aeli/): Rising star Yasmina El Abd has officially joined the cast of the third season of the hit series Mawdou A’eli (Family Matter). Yasmina takes on the role of Shaimaa in this highly anticipated season and has already begun filming her scenes. The series boasts a stellar cast, including prominent stars such as Maged Al-Kadawni, Taha Dessouky, Samaa Ibrahim, and Mohamed Radwan, among others. Mawdou A’eli is written by Mohamed Ezz El-Din and Karim Youssef, and directed by Ahmed El-Gendy. In addition to this project, Yasmina El Abd is also making waves with her role in the second season of Finding Ola,...
- [Tennis Champion Ons Jabeur Visits Egypt on Her First Field Mission as WFP Goodwill Ambassador](https://www.el-shai.com/tennis-champion-ons-jabeur-visits-egypt-as-wfp-ambassador/): On her first field visit as the United Nations World Food Programme’s (WFP) Goodwill Ambassador, world-renowned athlete Ons Jabeur is visiting WFP and the Egyptian Government’s joint programmes in Luxor and Cairo that are designed to address the impacts of climate change, improve access to education, increase nutrition awareness, and support women and youth empowerment. At a time of unprecedented development needs, Jabeur’s visit highlights Egypt’s effective development models in education, rural development and economic empowerment in the face of growing global challenges. “From fighting hunger and food insecurity to combatting the effects of climate change to supporting vulnerable communities like...
- [First Look at "El-Harifa 2: El-Remontada" Released Ahead of Cinematic Debut](https://www.el-shai.com/first-look-at-el-harifa-2-el-remontada-released/): In preparation for its upcoming release in cinemas, the first image from the movie El-Harifa 2 has been unveiled. The production company, TVision, led by Tarek El-Ganainy, shared the first look at the sequel, officially titled El-Harifa 2: El-Remontada. The film stars Nour El-Nabawy, Ahmed Ghozzi, Kozbara, Abdelrahman Mohamed, Selim El-Turk, and Khaled Zahabi. It is written by Eyad Saleh and directed by Karim Saad. The second installment follows the team of El-Harifa after their championship win, as they agree to pursue their dream together. The first El-Harifa film was a box-office hit and received widespread critical acclaim. The plot revolves...
- [Cultural Tug-of-War: Will Egyptian Youth Break Free or Stay Bound?](https://www.el-shai.com/cultural-tug-of-war-egyptian-youth/): Growing up in Egypt is like walking a tightrope between two worlds—one foot planted in the rich soil of tradition, the other stepping into the fast-paced, ever-changing landscape of modern life. As a 22-year-old Egyptian, I often find myself questioning where I fit in this cultural push-and-pull. I’m constantly trying to balance the expectations of my family and community with my own dreams, ambitions, and need for self-expression. And I’m not alone in this struggle. In Egypt, there is a deep reverence for tradition. Family plays a central role in shaping our lives—guiding us on which career paths to take, when...
- [Salma Abu Deif Faces Body-Shaming After Sharing Pregnancy Photos](https://www.el-shai.com/salma-abu-deif-faces-body-shaming-after-pregnancy/): After announcing her pregnancy with a stunning photoshoot for Vogue Arabia, Salma Abu Deif was met with the ugliest side of social media: body-shamers.             View this post on Instagram                         A post shared by Salma Abu Deif (@salmaabudeif) But instead of staying quiet, Salma decided to address the trolls head-on, delivering a message that everyone needed to hear: Mind your own damn business.           View this post on Instagram                      ...
- [U.S. Embassy Cairo Celebrates President Jimmy Carter’s 100th Birthday with Exhibit and Film Screening](https://www.el-shai.com/u-s-embassy-cairo-celebrates-president-jimmy-carters-100th-birthday/): The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is celebrating former U.S. President Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday with an exhibit entitled, “Jimmy Carter: 100 Years of Uniting People.” On Monday September 30, U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Evyenia Sidereas attended the opening ceremony of the exhibit that included a film screening of “Jimmy Carter: Rock and Roll President,” a documentary film that explores President Carter’s life-long passion for music. The exhibit at Falaki Theater Mainstage and Gallery, at the American University in Cairo’s (AUC) Tahrir Campus will be open to the public October 1-10. U.S. Embassy Cairo would like to thank its partners...
- [Cairo International Film Festival and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Partner to Award EGP 250,000 for Films Addressing the Palestinian Cause](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-international-film-festival-and-the-organization-of-islamic-addressing-the-palestinian-cause/): Cairo International Film Festival President, actor Hussein Fahmy, met with Dr. Amr El-Leithy, President of the Islamic Cooperation Broadcasting Union (ICBU), and actor Mostafa Shaaban, Advisor to the ICBU President for Artistic Affairs, at the festival’s headquarters. The meeting resulted in an agreement where the ICBU will offer financial awards totaling EGP 250,000 for the best films highlighting the humanitarian conditions and suffering of the Palestinian people amidst ongoing events. The awards will be distributed in three categories: production, screenplay, and directing. Hussein Fahmy welcomed this fruitful collaboration with the ICBU, emphasizing their shared vision of supporting films that portray the...
- [Techne Summit Alexandria 2024: Celebrating 10 Years of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Global Collaboration](https://www.el-shai.com/techne-summit-alexandria-2024/): The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is set to host the 10th edition of &#8220;Techne Summit Alexandria&#8221; from 5th to 8th October, under the theme &#8220;10 Years of Connecting The Right People&#8221;, celebrating a full decade of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. The summit is held under the auspices of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), the Digital Economy and Technology General Division (DETGD), the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC), the platinum sponsor TrianglZ LLC, the gold sponsor Edventures, the silver sponsor, The Swedish Embassy in Cairo, and the main organizer “Markade”. The 10th edition...
- [El Gouna Film Festival, WFP, and Zest Launch ‘3eish’ Competition: A Call for Filmmakers to Spotlight Food Security](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-wfp-and-zest-launch-3eish/): The World Food Programme (WFP) in Egypt is partnering with the El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) and Zest to launch &#8220;3eish,&#8221; a unique competition calling on filmmakers across Egypt and the Arab World to submit short film concepts highlighting food security through cinema The competition offers a platform for creatives to highlight the crucial topic of food security, while raising awareness and inspiring action through storytelling. The submission deadline is 14 October, after which a distinguished panel comprised of film industry leaders and members of GFF, WFP and Zest will select the finalists. The winner will be announced at an exclusive...
- [Egypt to Host GAMERGY 2025 from January 30th to February 1st](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-to-host-gamergy-2025/): For the first time, Egypt’s capital is gearing up to host GAMERGY, one of the world’s largest esports events. This mega-event will take place over three exciting days, from January 30 to February 1, 2025, at Al Burouj project, developed by IMKAN Misr. This event results from a strategic collaboration between ievents, Influence Group, and eProjects LLC – leading event management, communications, and experience creators. GAMERGY is set to attract over 40,000 visitors and gaming enthusiasts from across the region, turning Cairo into a global hotspot for esports fans and international players competing for top prizes. GAMERGY is a pioneering esports...
- [A Cult in Imbaba? The Shocking Allegations of Abuse Surrounding Sheikh Salahaldin Mahmoud Al Tijany](https://www.el-shai.com/abuse-in-the-cult-of-salahaldin-mahmoud-al-tijany/): Recent allegations have surfaced regarding Sheikh Salahaldin Mahmoud Al Tijany, a figure who is considered a spiritual leader by many but has been accused of severe emotional manipulation and harassment. Multiple survivors have come forward, shedding light on what they allegedly describe as cult-like control and exploitation of his followers, raising concerns about the unchecked influence of religious figures in tightly-knit communities. One former follower has shared her personal account, detailing how her life was heavily manipulated by the Salahaldin for over two decades. From as young as eight years old, she was made to believe that her fate was predetermined...
- [Egyptian Adventurer Ali Abdo Embarks on "Journey to COP29" to Raise Climate Change Awareness](https://www.el-shai.com/ali-abdo-embarks-on-journey-to-cop29/): Egyptian adventurer and environmental activist, Ali Abdo, a multiple Guinness World Record holder, is set to embark on a new journey titled &#8220;The Journey to COP29&#8221; as part of his ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the importance of addressing climate change. The journey will begin on October 1, 2024, from Dubai and will pass through ten countries, including Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq, Turkey, Georgia, and finally Baku, Azerbaijan. This journey comes in preparation for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) scheduled for November. Covering over 8,000 kilometers on an electric motorcycle, Abdo aims to spread awareness...
- [Celebrating Youssef El Sherif's Birthday: 10 Facts About the Egyptian Star You Didn't Know](https://www.el-shai.com/celebrating-youssef-el-sherif-birthday/): On this special day, we celebrate the birthday of the talented Egyptian actor, Youssef El Sherif. From the football fields to the big screen, his journey is nothing short of inspiring. Here are 10 interesting facts about Youssef El Sherif&#8217;s life and career: 1. Born Under the Virgo Sign Youssef El Sherif was born under the zodiac sign Virgo, known for its traits of diligence and perfectionism—qualities that are evident in his acting career. 2. An Engineer by Education Before stepping into the entertainment industry, he studied Mechanical Power Engineering at Ain Shams University, one of Egypt&#8217;s prestigious institutions. 3. A...
- [Deena Fadel’s "When Nature Awakens" Blends Art and Poetry in an exploration of the Soul](https://www.el-shai.com/deena-fadels-when-nature-awakens/): We are excited to announce the launch of When Nature Awakens, the highly anticipated book by artist and writer Deena Fadel, on Saturday, September 14th at 6 PM at Diwan Heliopolis. This special event will feature a discussion moderated by Yara Mazen, with special guests Dalia Farid and May Abd El Aziz. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore Deena’s creative process and gain insight into the spiritual journey behind her work. When Nature Awakens is a deeply personal project that combines poetry and visual art, reflecting six years of Deena’s reflections on awakening, transformation, and the intricate relationship between...
- [Amir El-Masry’s Film "See It, Say It" Competes at the 68th BFI London Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/amir-el-masrys-see-it-say-it-at-bfi-london-film-festival/): The BFI London Film Festival has announced that Amir El Masry&#8217;s film &#8220;See It, Say It&#8221; will be screened within the Short Film Competition at the 68th edition of the festival. The festival will take place from 9 to 20 October in London. The short film tells the story of an optimistic Arab actor living hand-to-mouth who is summoned to an audition that could be his big break. However, his journey turns into a harrowing ordeal of bias and fear. Written and directed by Nez Khammal, See It, Say It stars Amir El-Masry, July Namir, and Madeleine Bowyer. Most recently, the...
- [September: World Suicide Prevention Month – A Guide for Parents to Open Conversations with Their Kids](https://www.el-shai.com/september-world-suicide-prevention-month-parents/): As September marks World Suicide Prevention Month, it&#8217;s a crucial time for parents to recognize the importance of open, honest conversations with their children about mental health. The teenage years can be incredibly challenging, and sometimes the weight of those challenges can feel unbearable. It&#8217;s essential for parents to create a safe space where their kids feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings, especially if those thoughts include suicide. Why Talking About Suicide Matters For many young people, the idea of discussing suicide with their parents can be daunting. They might fear judgment, misunderstanding, or being dismissed. However, avoiding the topic...
- [Egypt's Inflation Rate Jumps to 26.2% in August: What It Means for You](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-inflation-rate-jumps-to-26-2-in-august/): In an unexpected turn of events, Egypt’s annual urban consumer price inflation rate accelerated to 26.2% in August, up from 25.7% in July, according to data from the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS). The month-on-month increase was even more stark, with prices jumping by 2.1% compared to a 0.4% rise in July. Food prices, which are a major concern for many households, climbed by 1.8% in August after a brief dip in July and are now a whopping 29% higher than they were a year ago. So, what does this mean for you and your day-to-day life? Let’s...
- [Uber Introduces New Safety Features and Enhances Driver Verification to Combat Fraud in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/uber-introduces-new-safety-features-in-egypt/): Uber introduces new safety measures and products and ramps up driver identity verification processes to mitigate fraud in Egypt Today, Uber announced actions taken to review and enhance its safety processes in Egypt. This includes the launch of new safety features and enhanced driver screening processes. Uber introduced new safety features for riders and drivers including on-trip audio recording, an in-app safety feature built with privacy in mind and that allows drivers and riders to record encrypted audio during trips, and an in-app emergency button, directly connecting riders and drivers to the police in the event of an incident in addition...
- [Not Everything is a Meme: Why You Should Think Twice Before Laughing at the ‘Forced Bride’](https://www.el-shai.com/not-everything-is-a-meme-the-forced-bride/): In the age of social media, almost anything can become a viral sensation within minutes, and the latest example is a video of a bride expressing her disappointment after seeing her groom in casual attire rather than the expected wedding suit. The clip, dubbed by the internet as &#8220;The Forced Bride,&#8221; sparked widespread amusement, but the question remains: why are we so quick to turn real, emotional moments into memes without understanding the full story? From Disappointment to Meme: The Untold Story Behind the ‘Forced Bride’ Video In the video, shot by the makeup artist in the bride’s salon, the groom...
- [El Gouna Film Festival Announces the Selection of Outstanding Feature and Documentary Narrative Films for its Highly Anticipated 7th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-feature-and-documentary-narrative-films/): El Gouna Film Festival proudly announces the selection of 13 films to participate in its various sections and compete for the coveted &#8220;El Gouna Star&#8221; awards in the highly anticipated seventh edition, taking place from October 24th to November 1st. This year’s selection, encompassing both narrative and documentary films, represents some of the finest works showcased by international cinema in the past year. Marianne Khoury, Artistic Director of El Gouna Film Festival, expressed, “Since its inception, El Gouna Film Festival has been committed to serving as a bridge between cultures and a platform for emerging filmmakers. This year’s selection reaffirms that...
- [اكتشف أسرار التصوير الفوتوغرافي بالأفلام مع محمد عبد الوهاب في The Dark Room](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%aa%d8%b5%d9%88%d9%8a%d8%b1-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d9%88%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%ba%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a3%d9%81%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%85-%d9%85%d8%ad%d9%85%d8%af-%d8%b9%d8%a8/): في هذا اللقاء المميز مع محمد عبد الوهاب، خبير التصوير الفوتوغرافي بالأفلام، اتعرفنا على أسرار تطوير الصور في The Dark Room Cairo. محمد شاركنا خطوات التصوير بالأفلام، من التحميض للطباعة، ووضح ليه الصور الفوتوغرافية بالأفلام بتتميز بجودة وأصالة مميزة عن التصوير الرقمي. لو مهتم بالتصوير الفوتوغرافي بالأفلام، الفيديو ده ليك!
- [Amir Youssef’s "DAWN EVERY DAY" Participates in the London Film Festival](https://www.el-shai.com/dawn-every-day-in-the-london-film-festival/): BFI’s London Film Festival (October 9 to 20) has announced the selection of the short film DAWN EVERY DAY by Amir Youssef to participate in the Short Films section (Wondering, Wandering). The film is set to screen on October 18. Inspired by true events, DAWN EVERY DAY is written and directed by Amir Youssef, and produced by CATS Films. The story is set in the 1950s and revolves around Nabil, an 8-year-old boy who struggles to understand the impact of new social norms on his close friend. &#8220;I&#8217;m very happy for everyone involved in the project and worked hard to make...
- [Celebrating World Charity Day: Spotlight on Egypt's Leading Charities and How You Can Make a Difference](https://www.el-shai.com/world-charity-day-egypts-leading-charities/): As World Charity Day approaches, it&#8217;s a great time to reflect on the importance of giving back and supporting those in need. In Egypt, several organizations are making a significant impact in various sectors, from healthcare to animal welfare. Here’s a look at some of the leading charities you can support, along with convenient ways to donate on World Charity Day and onwards. 1. Misr El Kheir 2. Egyptian Food Bank (Bank Al Taam) 3. Ahl Masr Burns Hospital 4. Haya Karima 5. 57357 Hospital 6. Magdy Yacoub Heart Foundation 7. 500 500 Hospital 8. Al Nas Hospital 9. Baheya Foundation...
- [An Open Letter to Inas El-Degheidy: Your Comments on Harassment Are Deeply Misguided](https://www.el-shai.com/an-open-letter-to-inas-el-degheidy/): Inas El-Degheidy is supposed to be a woman who empowers others. As a director and public figure, she has often been seen as someone who challenges societal norms and advocates for women&#8217;s rights. But her recent comments on harassment have shattered that image. Instead of using her platform to support victims and push for change, El-Degheidy chose to blame women for the actions of their harassers. During her appearance on &#8220;Al-Qarar&#8221; with Nadia Al-Zoubi on Al-Ghad channel, she stated that “the woman is responsible” for harassment and suggested that if a woman just slapped the harasser, it would “end there.” These...
- [Swarovski Foundation Looking for Next Generation of Creative Leaders in Sustainability with €20,000 Grant](https://www.el-shai.com/swarovski-foundation-e20000-grant/): The Swarovski Foundation’s Creatives for Our Future programme, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, is now accepting applications from young creatives accelerating sustainable development. From fashion, to art, to engineering, the programme has supported 21 sustainable innovation projects to date. Successful candidates will secure a grant of €20,000 each, along with a training programme including one-on-one mentorship and industry networking opportunities. The Creatives for Our Future programme, which seeks to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability, is now open for applications until 16th October 2024. The programme is run by the Swarovski Foundation...
- [Bride’s Big Day Ruined by Salon Nightmare and Spineless Groom](https://www.el-shai.com/brides-big-day-ruined-by-salon-and-groom/): In what can only be described as a wedding day horror story, Sherine El-Sayed Abu Al-Ela’s long-awaited celebration was abruptly derailed by a catastrophic failure at a local beauty salon in Qantara Sharq, Ismailia. Sherine, 22, had entrusted Noha, a 35-year-old so-called “beautician,” with her hair for what was supposed to be a glam-up before her wedding. Instead, she was met with a toxic concoction that not only melted her hair but also left her with severe burns. Picture this: a woman’s hair falling out in clumps and her scalp sizzling from what can only be described as a DIY chemical...
- [Egyptian Teacher Bullied for Skin Color by School Official: A Disturbing Reality](https://www.el-shai.com/teacher-bullied-for-skin-color/): Egypt, a country that prides itself on its ancient civilization and cultural heritage, still harbors a dark, shameful secret: racism. This isn’t some relic of the past; it’s alive and kicking in the hearts and minds of those who should know better. The recent disgraceful incident involving Hiba Mohamed Fadl, a social worker bullied for her skin color by a supposed &#8220;educational leader,&#8221; is yet another reminder that the prejudice we pretend doesn’t exist is very much alive. The Incident Imagine showing up to work, only to be publicly humiliated and reduced to nothing more than the color of your skin....
- [Ahmed Ghozzi Begins Filming New Series "Mamlakt El Harir"](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-ghozzi-begins-filming-mamlakt-el-harir/): Ahmed Ghozzi has begun filming his latest television series, &#8220;Mamlakt el Harir.&#8221; This series features Ghozzi alongside Karim Mahmoud Abdelaziz and Asmaa Abul-Yazid, with Peter Mimi directing the project. Continuing his successful career, Ghozzi is also working on several promising projects, including the highly anticipated sequel &#8220;El Harifa 2: El Remontada.&#8221; The film will see him reunite with actors Nour El Nabawy, Kozbara, and others. Earlier this year, Ghozzi caught the public’s attention with his performance in the 2024 Ramadan series &#8220;El Hashasheen,&#8221; where he impressed audiences with his acting skills. This success came after his standout role as &#8220;Sheshtawi&#8221; in...
- [Breaking News: Egyptian Worker and Three Tourists Injured in Taba Hotel Brawl](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-worker-three-tourists-injured-taba-hotel/): Cairo News Channel has reported a violent incident in the city of Taba, where a brawl broke out in a hotel, resulting in serious injuries. According to a well-informed Egyptian source, the altercation involved an Egyptian worker and four tourists from Arab 48, leading to severe injuries. Contrary to initial reports suggesting a stabbing attack, a high-ranking Egyptian source clarified that the incident was a fight, not a stabbing. The source explained that the dispute arose when the tourists attempted to obtain hotel services without payment, sparking a brawl with hotel workers. As a result, the Egyptian worker and three other...
- [Israel Breaks Ceasefire: 322 Killed in Just 5 Hours in Gaza](https://www.el-shai.com/israel-breaks-ceasefire-322-killed-5-hours-in-gaza/): In the early hours of Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Israeli airstrikes bombarded Gaza, killing at least 322 people in just five hours, according to Gaza’s Government Media Office. More than 560 others were injured, and many remain trapped under rubble. Entire families have been wiped out as residential buildings, medical facilities, and public infrastructure were targeted. The attacks mark the official collapse of the ceasefire agreement that had been in place since January 19, 2025. Despite ongoing international diplomatic efforts, Israel resumed its military operations in Gaza, triggering another wave of destruction and civilian casualties. Egypt’s Response: Condemnation of Israeli Aggression...
- [Ahwet El Mahata: A Murder Mystery That’s Got Us Hooked](https://www.el-shai.com/ahwet-el-mahata-a-murder-mystery/): Murder, mystery, and a million-pound prize—Ahwet El Mahata is bringing a fresh twist to Ramadan dramas. The show throws viewers into a thrilling whodunit where we get to play detective, and with the added incentive of 1 million EGP for those who correctly guess the killer, the stakes are higher than ever. But beyond the mystery, what’s really making this series stand out is the stellar cast, a mix of established names making bold career moves and rising stars proving their talent. The Cast: A Mix of Powerhouses &amp; Surprises Ahmed Khaled Saleh: A Powerhouse in the Making From the second...
- [El Ghawi: A Strong Start That Leaves Us Wanting More](https://www.el-shai.com/el-ghawi-strong-start-that-leaves-us-wanting-more/): The long-awaited El Ghawi has finally premiered, and it’s already making waves. Ahmed Mekky is trending #1 on Twitter, the cinematography is grabbing everyone’s attention, and the casting is getting high praise. But while the show has plenty of strengths, the story is still a big question mark. So, let’s break it down. Ahmed Mekky: Finally Acting, No Gimmicks Needed We all knew Ahmed Mekky was talented, but for years, he leaned heavily on over-the-top comedic characters. In El Ghawi, he finally strips away the exaggerated personas and delivers a raw, grounded performance as Shams Al-Adawy. The result? A character that...
- [Fadwa Mawheb vs. Ancient Egypt: A Controversy No One Asked For](https://www.el-shai.com/fadwa-mawheb-vs-ancient-egypt-controversy/): Fadwa Mawheb, previously criticized for her problematic views on modesty, has once again sparked public outrage—this time by misrepresenting Egypt&#8217;s ancient heritage. During a recent visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, she shared content linking statues of Pharaoh Ramesses II to Quranic verses associated with the tyrannical Pharaoh in Prophet Moses&#8217;s story. The Incident: Misguided Associations Mawheb posted videos and images from the museum, notably in front of the colossal statue of Ramesses II, accompanied by the Quranic verse: &#8220;And Pharaoh said, &#8216;Let me kill Moses and let him call upon his Lord. Indeed, I fear that he will change your...
- [School Director in Beheira Assaults Students: Investigation Underway](https://www.el-shai.com/school-director-in-beheira-assaults-students/): A school director in Beheira was caught on video assaulting two female students, sparking widespread outrage. The footage, which quickly spread online, shows him slapping, kicking, and dragging the students by their clothes in the schoolyard while other students watched in shock. Brutal Assault Caught on Camera On Friday, March 14, 2025, a video surfaced online showing the director of Kafr Mastanad Secondary Technical School for Girls in Shubra Kheit, Beheira, attacking two first-year students. The violent act triggered immediate backlash, with demands for strict legal action against him. Authorities Respond: Director Removed, Investigations Launched In response, Youssef El-Deeb, Undersecretary of...
- [Donia Samir Ghanem Returns in Aysha El Dor – The Ramadan 2025 Comeback We’ve Been Waiting For!](https://www.el-shai.com/donia-samir-ghanem-aysha-el-dor-the-ramadan-2025/): After skipping last Ramadan, Donia Samir Ghanem is making a grand return with Aysha El Dor, a highly anticipated 15-episode series set to air in the second half of Ramadan 2025. With billboards across Egypt already building excitement, this show marks an exciting new chapter for one of Egypt’s most beloved stars. Recently, Donia wrapped up her latest theater production in Riyadh, Mekasara El Donia, where she shared the stage with renowned actors like Mohamed Tharwat, Samy El Maghawry, and Mariam El Gendy. Over the years, she has given us unforgettable performances in Lahfa, El Kebeer Awy, Nelly w Sherihan, and...
- [Hankorab Beach, Egypt’s Hidden Paradise, Under Threat of Destruction](https://www.el-shai.com/hankorab-beach-egypt-hidden-paradise-destruction/): If you&#8217;ve ever dreamed of visiting paradise, Hankorab Beach (also known as Sharm El Luli) is probably what you&#8217;ve imagined. Tucked within Wadi El Gemal National Park near Marsa Alam, Hankorab is a mesmerizing stretch of crystal-clear turquoise waters, pristine white sands, and vibrant coral reefs. Often hailed as the &#8220;Maldives of Egypt,&#8221; Hankorab consistently ranks among the top beaches globally, attracting eco-tourists, divers, and snorkelers from all over the world. But paradise isn&#8217;t peaceful these days—Hankorab is facing a serious threat, and time is running out. What&#8217;s Happening at Hankorab? On March 9, the Egyptian Federation of Tourist Chambers abruptly...
- [Dressed for Power: The Role of Costume in Shaping Asaad’s Commanding Presence in Albi Wa Moftaahu](https://www.el-shai.com/costume-asaad-albi-wa-moftaahu/): In the world of television, a character’s wardrobe is more than just fabric and thread—it’s a language of its own. In the Ramadan trending series this year, Albi Wa Moftaahu (My Heart and Its Key), Asaad, played masterfully by talented actor Diab, captivates the audience through the artful and carefully chosen selection of luxurious costumes that elevate his presence on screen. Every outfit worn by Asaad is a statement of power, prestige, and unwavering self-confidence and influence. The carefully curated wardrobe reinforces his authority, ensuring that every time he steps into a scene, he commands attention without uttering a single word....
- [Ahmed Ghozzi: The Name Everyone Will Be Talking About This Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-ghozzi-this-ramadan/): Ahmed Ghozzi’s name is suddenly everywhere—and for good reason. He’s quickly gone from being that familiar face on our screens to becoming one of Egypt’s most talked-about young actors. But the best part about Ahmed? He&#8217;s not just another actor trying to make it big—he’s someone who effortlessly blends talents and interests beyond the screen, making him impossible to ignore. From Leeds to Stardom Born on May 30, 1998, Ahmed’s journey wasn’t your typical actor&#8217;s path. He studied Business, Management, and Marketing at the University of Leeds, but let&#8217;s be real—his heart was clearly set on bigger things than textbooks and...
- [Mai Ezz El-Din Returns in a Role Like Never Before in Qalbi W Moftaho](https://www.el-shai.com/mai-ezz-el-din-returns-qalbi-w-moftaho/): Mai Ezz El-Din has made a spectacular and mature comeback this Ramadan 2025 with Qalbi W Moftaho, a series that brings a fresh, unexpected twist to Egyptian drama. This isn’t just another love story—it’s a carefully crafted, out-of-the-box experience that stands out from anything we’ve seen in years. With seamless transitions, a well-paced storyline, and a perfect blend of comfort and intensity, the show delivers a unique mix of warmth and unpredictability, keeping audiences hooked from the very first episode. A Chemistry No One Saw Coming One of the biggest surprises of Qalbi W Moftaho? Mai Ezz El-Din and Asser Yassin’s...
- [Rahma Ahmed’s Breakthrough in 80 Bako—A Ramadan Success Story](https://www.el-shai.com/rahma-ahmeds-breakthrough-80-bako-ramadan/): Rahma Ahmed is making waves this Ramadan with her standout performance in 80 Bako. While many first got to know her through El Kebeer Awi, that role came with high expectations but didn’t fully showcase her range as an actress. But 80 Bako? It’s a game-changer. This series has finally given her the perfect opportunity to shine, and audiences are here for it. From Microbiology to the Spotlight Rahma’s journey to stardom isn’t your typical actor’s story. Born on May 8, 1994, she originally pursued a bachelor’s degree in microbiology at Helwan University, graduating in 2017. But science wasn’t her true...
- [Sheraton: The OG That Never Fades—Nozha’s Ultimate Hotspot](https://www.el-shai.com/sheraton-og-never-fades-nozhas-ultimate-hotspot/): For decades, Sheraton in Nozha, Heliopolis, has been more than just a neighborhood—it’s been the place. A landmark of convenience, community, and an unmatched vibe. But here’s the thing: Sheraton isn’t just an OG spot with history; it’s still where everything happens. It’s constantly evolving, keeping up with the times while holding onto its original charm. Where the Old Meets the New Sheraton has always been known for its prime location, wide streets, and perfect balance between residential calm and lively hotspots. But now? It’s more than just a prestigious address—it’s where culture, business, and lifestyle collide. From high-end residences to...
- [80 Bako Is on Fire This Ramadan—Tackling Major Societal Issues Head-On](https://www.el-shai.com/80-bako-tackling-major-societal-issues-head-on/): Ramadan TV is known for its drama, but 80 Bako is doing more than just serving entertainment—it’s starting conversations. This season, the series is fearlessly tackling deep societal issues, shedding light on struggles that are often overlooked. The Reality of Colorism: A Black Woman’s Struggle One of the most powerful storylines follows a Black woman facing colorism—a reality many experience but few talk about. Her mother-in-law constantly makes comments about her dark skin, planting fears about how society will treat her children. Instead of embracing her beauty, she begins to feel pressured to hide it. This narrative exposes the painful, everyday...
- [Why Ramadan TV Shows Are the Real Hunger Games](https://www.el-shai.com/why-ramadan-tv-shows-are-the-real-hunger-games/): Every year, as soon as the crescent moon appears, Ramadan begins—and so does the real battle. Not just against hunger, but against time. Because let’s be honest, trying to keep up with every Ramadan TV series is basically The Hunger Games. You pick your favorites, strategize your viewing schedule, and pray you don’t fall victim to the spoiler trap. The Battle of the Remote From epic revenge sagas to unnecessarily dramatic family feuds, Ramadan series have mastered the art of keeping us hooked. The real challenge? Avoiding spoilers before iftar. No matter how careful you are, there’s always that one friend...
- [The Unofficial Culturally "Haram" List: Things Egyptians Avoid in Ramadan](https://www.el-shai.com/unofficially-haram-list-egyptians-avoid-ramadan/): During Ramadan, it&#8217;s almost like Egypt hits the pause button on certain activities—whether it’s weddings, cinemas, or even food choices. But are these actual traditions, or just widely believed myths? A Break from Feseekh and Ringa Egyptians practically have Feseekh w Ringa in their DNA. These infamous dishes are a Sham El-Nessim (Easter) staple—Feseekh is fermented, salted mullet with a smell strong enough to clear a room, while Ringa (smoked herring) has a milder, savory taste. Usually eaten with baladi bread, onions, and lemons, these salty delights are a national guilty pleasure. But in Ramadan? Absolutely not. Not only do they...
- [8-Year-Old Girl Raped in Broad Daylight During Ramadan Inside Mosque Bathroom](https://www.el-shai.com/8-year-old-girl-raped-ramadan-mosque-bathroom/): Trigger Warning: This article contains details of child rape and sexual violence that may be distressing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. A horrifying crime has shaken Egypt, where an 8-year-old girl was raped inside a mosque bathroom in broad daylight during Ramadan. The attacker, a 30-year-old man, was caught attempting to flee but was restrained by locals and handed over to the police. Community Intervention: Suspect Caught in the Act According to eyewitnesses, the young girl had gone to use the restroom while her mother—who works as a vendor in a nearby market—was busy with work. Minutes later, the...
- [Who is Mina Abouelzahab? Meet the Welad El Shams Actor Everyone’s Talking About](https://www.el-shai.com/who-is-mina-abouelzahab-meet-the-welad-el-shams/): Every Ramadan, a few performances stand out and leave audiences wanting to know more about the actors behind them. This year, one of those actors is Mina Abouelzahab. From the very first episode of Welad El Shams, Mina captured attention with his quiet yet powerful portrayal of Ebeid, the orphanage caretaker who became one of the most emotionally compelling characters in the series. His performance has sparked curiosity, leaving many wondering—who is Mina Abouelzahab, and why haven’t we seen more of him before? He Started His Career in Theater Mina Abouelzahab’s journey into acting didn’t start on TV—it began on stage....
- [This International Women’s Day, Why Are Egyptian Women Still Stuck at the Bottom of The Workforce?](https://www.el-shai.com/why-are-egyptian-women-still-stuck-at-the-bottom/): Every year on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements of women around the world. Yet, in Egypt, the celebration feels incomplete when looking at the stark reality of workplace inequality. Despite making up a significant portion of the educated workforce, Egyptian women remain shockingly underrepresented in leadership positions. Women hold only 12–14 percent of managerial roles, while men continue to dominate executive positions, boardrooms, and decision-making spaces (CAPMAS, 2023). Even in female-dominated fields like education and healthcare, the highest-paying leadership positions are overwhelmingly occupied by men. The gender pay gap in Egypt stands at 35 percent—meaning women not only earn...
- [Ramadan 2025 Belongs to Women: 8 Female Characters Who Stood Out](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-2025-8-female-characters-who-stood-out/): This Ramadan season, women aren’t just part of the story—they’re leading it. From characters breaking free from toxic relationships to those fighting for justice, supporting one another, or navigating personal battles, strong female leads have dominated the screen. On International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the female characters who embodied strength, independence, and resilience, proving that women’s stories deserve the spotlight. Here are 8 standout female characters from Ramadan 2025 who made an impact. 1. Huda El Mufti – Bousy in 80 Bako Bousy isn’t just a hairstylist—she’s a pillar of support for the women around her. From standing by her best...
- [The Dubai Pistachio Craze: Egypt’s New Dessert Obsession—But Is It Too Much?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-dubai-pistachio-craze-egypts-new-dessert/): A few years ago, Egypt was captivated by the chocolate-dipped-in-everything trend—every café and pastry shop competed to create the most extravagant desserts by drenching them in waterfalls of melted chocolate. But as that craze began to fade, a new contender stepped in: Dubai pistachios. At first, it was exciting. The vibrant green color, the rich, nutty flavor—it felt luxurious, indulgent, and different. It made desserts feel more premium, more refined. But now? It’s everywhere. From high-end bakeries to home kitchens, it seems you can’t escape the green wave. Pistachio-covered, pistachio-filled, and pistachio-drizzled—there’s no end in sight. And with Ramadan just starting,...
- [Ashghal Shaqqa Gedan Exposes the Absurdity of Burkini Bans](https://www.el-shai.com/ashghal-shaqqa-gedan-exposes-burkini-bans/): For a show that thrives on comedy, Ashghal Shaqqa Gedan has managed to weave in conversations about real-life social issues, using humor to shed light on topics that often go unnoticed. In episode 6, the series tackled a long-standing controversy in Egypt—burkini bans in resorts and hotels. Without shifting its lighthearted tone, the show exposed the contradictions and absurdity behind these so-called rules, sparking discussions that go far beyond the screen. The episode follows Dr. Hamdy (Hisham Maged) and his wife Yasmine (Asmaa Galal) as they attempt to enjoy a relaxing day at the pool. However, their peace is interrupted when...
- [شاي بعد الفطار مع بدرة - نجمة مسلسل كامل العدد ++](https://www.el-shai.com/%d8%b4%d8%a7%d9%8a-%d8%a8%d8%b9%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%81%d8%b7%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%85%d8%b9-%d8%a8%d8%af%d8%b1%d8%a9-%d9%86%d8%ac%d9%85%d8%a9-%d9%85%d8%b3%d9%84%d8%b3%d9%84-%d9%83%d8%a7%d9%85%d9%84/): قعدنا وشربنا &#8220;شاي بعد الفطار&#8221; مع بدرة في قعدة مليانة حكاوي وضحك! اتكلمنا عن دورها في مسلسل كامل العدد ++، وكشفت لنا كواليس الشخصية والتحديات اللي واجهتها خلال التصوير. كمان شاركتنا تجربتها في التمثيل، وازاي قدرت تبرز موهبتها وسط نجوم كبار. والأهم، حكيت لنا عن تطلعاتها للمواسم الجاية وهل عندها مفاجآت جاية في مشوارها الفني! شاي بعد الفطار هو برنامج بنقابل فيه ممثلين وناس كتير بنحبهم نقعد ندردش معاهم عن كل جديد عنهم واحنا بنشرب شاي سوا!
- [The Every-Year Ramez Struggle: The OG Brain Rot](https://www.el-shai.com/the-every-year-ramez-struggle-the-og-brain-rot/): We’ve been hearing the term &#8220;brain rot&#8221; a lot lately—mostly when talking about the mindless scrolling on TikTok and Instagram. But let’s be honest, brain rot existed in Egypt long before the internet, long before social media, and definitely long before it became a trend. And if there’s one prime example? Ramez Galal’s prank shows. For over a decade, Ramez has been serving us the same formula—an over-the-top prank, a celebrity screaming in panic, and a dramatic reveal. And every year, Egyptian families go through the exact same ritual: And yet, somehow, we’re still glued to the screen. At this point,...
- [Cultural Ramadan Tales: Unique Traditions Across the World](https://www.el-shai.com/cultural-ramadan-tales-unique-traditions-world/): Ramadan is more than just a month of fasting—it&#8217;s a time of spirituality, reflection, and vibrant cultural traditions that vary from country to country. While some customs are widely shared, each region has its own unique way of celebrating, fostering a spirit of generosity, unity, and festivity. The Ramadan Atmosphere Across the Arab world, streets and homes light up with colorful lanterns, creating a warm and festive ambiance. Bright decorations line markets and alleys, while the iconic Ramadan cannon signals Iftar at sunset, a moment everyone eagerly anticipates. Food plays a major role in Ramadan traditions. Dried fruits like dates and...
- [How to Lose a Football Match—Akram Hosny’s Guide in El Captain](https://www.el-shai.com/football-match-akram-hosnys-guide-in-el-captain/): If you’ve ever wondered how to guarantee a loss in a football match, Akram Hosny’s character in El Captain has the ultimate playbook for failure! In his attempt to ensure the corrupt football team, Markaz Shabab Kafr Moanad, loses their next match, Captain Hossam (played by Akram Hosny) pulls out all the stops to make sure they either can’t play at all or suffer a spectacular defeat. And why? To fulfill the first request of the ghost of Captain Ihab Nasr (Omar Sharqi). Akram Hosny’s Foolproof Tips for Losing a Football Match in El Captain: What is El Captain About? In...
- [Why El-Nos Starring Ahmed Amin Is the Ramadan Hit You Can’t Miss](https://www.el-shai.com/why-el-nos-starring-ahmed-amin-is-the-ramadan-hit-you-cant-miss/): If you&#8217;re looking for a show packed with action, comedy, and a whole lot of heart, El-Nos is the one to watch! Starring the incredible Ahmed Amin, alongside Asma Abulyazeid and Sedky Sakhr, and directed by Hossam Ali, this series hooks you from the very first episode. It takes you on a thrilling journey through Egypt’s history, blending humor and serious moments in the best way possible. What Is El-Nos About? Imagine being one of the best pickpockets around—then suddenly finding yourself becoming a hero! That’s exactly what happens to Abd El-Aziz El-Nos (played by Ahmed Amin). Set in the 1930s,...
- [No Spoiler Review: How Qalby W Moftaho Flipped Expectations—But Is It Enough?](https://www.el-shai.com/no-spoiler-review-qalby-w-moftaho/): Ramadan series tend to fall into familiar categories—either high-stakes thrillers or over-the-top melodramas. But Qalby W Moftaho takes a different approach. It’s a laid-back drama that unfolds naturally, free from the forced tension and exaggerated emotions we’ve come to expect this time of year. The show introduces an intriguing premise, built around the concept of the halal marriage loophole—a woman divorced three times must remarry someone else before she can legally reunite with her ex-husband. While the topic has been explored before, Qalby W Moftaho presents it in a modern, straightforward way without feeling gimmicky. The pacing is well-balanced—fast enough to...
- [Gaslighting, Stalking, and Love-Bombing—Nicolas Mouawad’s Role in El Amira – Zel Heita Is a Masterclass in Red Flags](https://www.el-shai.com/nicolas-mouawads-role-in-el-amira-zel-heita/): Some men wave a red flag or two. Others are the red flag. And in El Amira – Zel Heita, Nicolas Mouawad isn’t just throwing up warning signs—he’s the full-on hazard zone. If you haven’t been watching, we get it—the series is airing on just one channel, so not everyone is tuned in. But trust us, Mouawad’s performance as Osama is so toxic, it’s worth making the effort. Here are five major red flags that should have anyone running for the hills—just like Zainab (Yasmine Sabri) should be doing. 1. The &#8220;Too Perfect&#8221; Illusion Every woman wants the perfect man. But...
- [Anoushka: From 90s Music Icon to Today's TV Star—A Tale of Two Generations](https://www.el-shai.com/anoushka-from-90s-music-icon-to-todays-tv-star/): Millennials, gather around. Remember when Anoushka&#8217;s voice was the soundtrack to our lives in the late 80s and 90s? Her powerful vocals and captivating performances made her a household name. Fast forward to today, and Gen Z primarily recognizes her as a talented actress gracing their TV screens. It&#8217;s fascinating how time reshapes legacies. From Business Administration to Center Stage Born Vartanoush Garbis Selim on March 9, 1960, in Heliopolis, Cairo, Anoushka&#8217;s journey to stardom wasn&#8217;t a straight path. She studied Business Administration at the American University in Cairo and initially worked in foreign investment. However, her passion for music led...
- [How Welad El Shams Flipped the Script in Episode 2—And Now We’re Obsessed](https://www.el-shai.com/how-welad-el-shams-flipped-the-script-in-episode-2/): After a shaky pilot, we were ready to write off Welad El Shams as just another series that didn’t quite land. But episode 2 completely turned things around. T he pacing is tighter, the storytelling sharper, and the characters finally feel like they belong in their roles. If the first episode had us on the fence, this one pulled us right in. This is the show we were hoping for. The Cast Finally Clicks This time around, the performances feel much more natural. Mahmoud Hemeida remains effortlessly brilliant, but it’s Ahmed Malek and Taha Desouki who really come into their own....
- [First Episode Review: Wa Tqabil Habeeb – Familiar Drama with a Glimmer of Potential](https://www.el-shai.com/first-episode-review-wa-tqabil-habeeb/): Some drama series hook you instantly, while others make you question whether you’ve seen them before. Wa Tqabil Habeeb falls somewhere in between. The story of a betrayed wife seeking love and independence should feel fresh and compelling, but instead, it leans too heavily on overused tropes. The first episode introduces us to a world of wealth, deception, and deeply unhappy people. Leil, a privileged yet emotionally wrecked housewife, finds her life shattered by her husband’s betrayal. What follows is a journey of heartbreak, self-discovery, and new conflicts—but does it do enough to stand out? Wealth, Luxury, and Endless Hatred One...
- [First Episode Review: "Welad El Shams" – A Slow Burn or Just Slow?](https://www.el-shai.com/first-episode-review-welad-el-shams/): Some pilots hook you instantly, others take time to build momentum, and then there’s Welad El Shams—somewhere in between, not bad enough to quit, but not good enough to rave about. It tries to blend thriller, mystery, and action, but does it actually work? Still undecided. The story isn’t groundbreaking, nor is it painfully cliché. It just… exists. And can we please stop introducing characters through voiceovers? Show, don’t tell. It’s a visual medium. As for the acting? It’s okay. Mahmoud Hemeida is effortlessly great, Taha Desouki is—well, himself. And Ahmed Malek? While this role feels like a shift from what...
- [First Episode Review: "Ashghal Shaqqa Gedan" – A Sequel That Should Have Stayed in Storage](https://www.el-shai.com/first-episode-review-ashghal-shaqqa-gedan/): Confession: I didn’t like Ashghal Shaqqa at all last year. I found it classist, sexist, and just not funny. But since everyone else seemed to love it, I decided to shut up about it. Fast forward to this year—they made a sequel, Ashghal Shaqqa Gedan, so maybe I was being too harsh? Maybe it was actually a good show if it warranted a second season? I decided to give it another shot and, well… turns out it’s even worse. I Wanted to Like It, I Really Did I’m a huge Hesham Maged fan—been one since Waraket Shafra. I also think Shereen...
- [Exclusive Interview with 'El Harifa' Writer Eiad Saleh](https://www.el-shai.com/exclusive-interview-el-harifa-writer-eiad-saleh/): Join us at El-Shai for an exclusive sit-down with Eiad Saleh, the creative mind behind the blockbuster film &#8216;El Harifa.&#8217; Eiad, an accomplished Egyptian writer, director, and producer, graduated from Cairo University&#8217;s Faculty of Mass Communication. He has an impressive portfolio, including works like &#8216;Al Kateba 101&#8217; and &#8216;Helwa Aldunya Sukkar.&#8217; In this interview, we delve into his journey, the inspiration behind &#8216;El Harifa,&#8217; and his experiences in the film industry. Don&#8217;t miss this insightful conversation with one of Egypt&#8217;s prominent cinematic talents!
- [Egyptian Parliament Passed a Law That Lets Murderers Off Easy—If Their Victim’s Family Forgives Them](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-parliament-a-law-murders/): In a shocking move, Egypt’s Parliament has approved a new amendment to the Criminal Procedure Law that allows the families of murder victims to pardon the killer, leading to a reduced sentence. The proposal, put forward by Dr. Ali Gomaa, head of the Religious Affairs Committee in Parliament, was justified as a way to curb revenge killings in Egypt. What the Law Says The newly approved article states that before a final court ruling, the victim’s heirs or their legal representative can officially confirm reconciliation. If they do, the punishment for the killer will be reduced under Article 17 of the...
- [Ramadan Content Strategy 2025: The Ultimate Social Media Guide](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-content-strategy-2025-social-media-guide/): Ramadan is one of the most important and engaging times for content creators in Egypt. With social media usage spiking and audiences craving relevant content, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with your followers, grow your presence, and even monetize your platform. Whether you’re on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube, here’s how to prepare your social media and Ramadan Content Strategy 2025 and make the most of the holy month. 1. Content Ideas for Ramadan Popular Ramadan Themes Egyptians resonate with specific themes during Ramadan, so creating content around these topics can help boost engagement: Trending Topics &amp; Hashtags Use hashtags...
- [Ramadan 2025 Operating Hours in Egypt: Banks, Metro, Shops & More](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-2025-operating-hours-in-egypt/): As Ramadan 2025 approaches, many businesses and services in Egypt are adjusting their operating hours to accommodate the needs of citizens during the holy month. Whether you&#8217;re planning your daily routine, banking transactions, or commuting, here’s everything you need to know about the new timings for various sectors. Notary &amp; Real Estate Registry Offices Banking Hours During Ramadan Cairo Metro Ramadan Timings To accommodate the increased demand for transportation, the Cairo Metro will extend its operating hours during Ramadan: Key Metro Connection Points: Shop, Restaurant &amp; Café Operating Hours Private Sector Working Hours in Ramadan When Does Ramadan 2025 Start? Plan...
- [Egypt Expands Higher Education with 12 New National Universities](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-higher-education-new-national-universities/): Egypt is stepping up its higher education game with the launch of 12 new national universities, bringing the total to 32 national universities and 128 universities across the country. This expansion is all about modernizing education, aligning academic programs with job market demands, and boosting scientific research. The 12 New National Universities and Their Faculties Cairo National University Kafr El-Sheikh National University Sohag National University Damanhour National University Suez National University Damietta National University Ain Shams National University New Valley National University Luxor National University Fayoum National University Tanta National University Sadat City National University A Step Towards a More Modern...
- [The $6 Billion Scam: How FBC Fooled Over a Million Egyptians and Vanished](https://www.el-shai.com/the-6-billion-scam-fbc-egyptians/): For years, financial scams have preyed on people’s desire for quick money, but few have matched the scale of FBC. A platform that promised users massive profits for minimal effort, it convinced over a million Egyptians to invest their savings. The result? $6 billion vanished overnight, leaving thousands in financial ruin. What is FBC? FBC was an online investment platform that claimed to generate profits through advertising and digital marketing. It emerged in Egypt in recent years, gaining traction through aggressive social media advertising and word of mouth. The platform lured users in with promises of easy earnings: Initially, FBC gained...
- [Aya Adel’s Death: A Murder Disguised as a Debate](https://www.el-shai.com/aya-adel-death-a-murder-disguised-as-a-debate/): Trigger Warning: This article discusses domestic violence, abuse, and femicide, which may be distressing for some readers. If you or someone you know is in danger, please seek support from trusted organizations or local resources. For the past few days, the internet has been obsessed with Aya Adel’s death in Jordan—debating whether she was pushed or jumped from her seventh-floor apartment. But here’s the truth: it doesn’t matter. Whether she was thrown by her husband or she jumped to escape his violence, Aya Adel was murdered. Key Details of the Case Aya Adel was a 28-year-old Egyptian artist known for her...
- [The Internet is Crying Over This Lone Anglerfish That Made It to the Surface Before Dying](https://www.el-shai.com/anglerfish-made-it-to-the-surface-before-dying/): A rare deep-sea creature has just broken the internet—and our hearts. A black seadevil anglerfish (Melanocetus johnsonii) was spotted near the surface of the ocean off the coast of Tenerife, and let’s just say, people are feeling things. The Moment That Shocked the Internet Underwater photographer David Jara Boguñá captured what might be the most accidentally brave anglerfish ever. Typically, these nightmare-looking fish stay in the crushing depths of 200 to 2,000 meters below sea level, where they lurk in total darkness. But this one? It made its way to the surface in a move that’s got people comparing it to...
- [Unlocking Egypt’s Hidden Gems: Luxury Living with Bayut - A New Era of Real Estate with Bayut](https://www.el-shai.com/unlocking-egypts-hidden-gems-real-estate-bayut/): With over 15 years of industry expertise, Bayut has established itself as the UAE&#8217;s leading property portal. Now, it&#8217;s setting a new standard in Egypt, offering a seamless and innovative approach to property searches. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, a vast network, and a user-centric platform, Bayut is transforming how Egyptians discover and secure their dream homes. Discovering Egypt&#8217;s Exclusive Properties Egypt&#8217;s real estate landscape extends far beyond its well-known developments. Hidden within the country&#8217;s dynamic neighborhoods are exclusive properties that blend history, architectural brilliance, and luxury. These properties, often overlooked by traditional real estate channels, offer remarkable opportunities for homeowners and...
- [Has Ramadan Lost Its Vibe? Here’s How to Bring Back the Nostalgia](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-lost-its-vibe-bring-back-the-nostalgia/): Remember when Ramadan felt different? The streets were alive with lanterns, TV shows were a family affair, and every night felt like a mini Eid. But somewhere along the way, that vibe faded. Instead of gathering around the TV for Fawazir, we’re now binge-watching on our phones. Instead of spontaneous sohour runs, we’re stuck in overpriced, overhyped Ramadan tents. But here’s the thing—Ramadan hasn’t lost its magic. We just changed how we experience it. And if you’re feeling nostalgic, the good news is: you can still bring the old vibes back! Here’s how: 1. Swap Solo Streaming for Family TV Nights...
- [Ramadan Myths: What Actually Breaks Your Fast vs. What Doesn't (With Egyptian Fatwas)](https://www.el-shai.com/ramadan-myths-what-actually-breaks-your-fast/): Fasting during Ramadan is one of the most important acts of worship, yet every year, myths and misconceptions spread about what does and doesn’t break the fast. To clarify, this guide is based on Islamic fatwas, particularly from Dar Al-Ifta Al-Misriyyah and Al-Azhar scholars. Things People Think Break Their Fast Durinng Ramadan (But Actually Don’t) 1. Swallowing Your Saliva Fatwa Source: Dar Al-Ifta Al-Misriyyah 2. Accidentally Eating or Drinking Fatwa Source: Al-Azhar Fatwa Committee 3. Brushing Your Teeth (Without Swallowing the Toothpaste) Fatwa Source: Dar Al-Ifta Al-Misriyyah 4. Taking a Shower, Bath, or Swimming Fatwa Source: Dar Al-Ifta Al-Misriyyah 5. Using...
- [The Breadfast Controversy: Should Companies Prioritize Customer Trust or Employee Fairness?](https://www.el-shai.com/breadfast-customer-trust-employee-fairness/): If you’ve been on social media recently, you’ve probably noticed the angry reactions piling up on Breadfast’s Facebook page. No, they didn’t forget someone’s croissant—this time, it’s much bigger. It all started when Shihab Abu Salama, a delivery driver, posted about losing his job over what seems to be… a misunderstanding? a power trip? or just a bad day for the wrong person?—depends on how you look at it. But here’s the real question: when a company gets a complaint about an employee, do they fire them to protect customers, or do they investigate more deeply? Now, this isn&#8217;t just about...
- [Single Awareness Day: Time to Date Yourself Like the Queen (or King) You Are](https://www.el-shai.com/single-awareness-day-date-yourself/): Who says Single Awareness Day needs to be about pity parties and sad playlists? Not you, queen (or king)! This year, we’re flipping the narrative. Being single isn’t a curse—it’s a blessing. And what better way to celebrate your fabulous self than by taking you out for the time of your life? For those of you wondering, Single Awareness Day (or SAD, but we’re flipping that mood) is celebrated on February 15th—right after Valentine’s Day. It’s basically the glow-up version of Cupid’s antics, where you don’t need a partner to feel special. Instead of feeling left out while couples post their...
- [The Fascinating History of Valentine's Day: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Romance](https://www.el-shai.com/the-fascinating-history-of-valentines-day/): Valentine&#8217;s Day, celebrated annually on February 14, is more than just a day for chocolates and roses—it has a deep and complex history that intertwines ancient traditions, religious significance, and cultural evolution. Let’s take a closer look at how this day became the global celebration of love that we know today. The Origins: Saint Valentine and Roman Martyrdom The holiday is named after Saint Valentine, a Christian martyr who lived during the 3rd century AD under the rule of Roman Emperor Claudius II. According to legend, one Saint Valentine—possibly Valentine of Terni—defied Claudius&#8217;s orders by secretly performing marriages for young couples...
- [The Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple: A Celebration with Deeper Meaning in Today’s World](https://www.el-shai.com/the-feast-of-the-presentation-of-jesus/): The Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, also known as the Feast of the Meeting or the Purification Feast, is one of the minor Lord’s feasts in the Coptic Orthodox Church. Celebrated annually on February 15 (8 Amshir in the Coptic calendar), this day commemorates the event described in the Gospel of Luke when the Virgin Mary and Joseph took baby Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem. While this feast has always held deep religious significance, current events in Palestine have given it even more relevance today. The Biblical and Spiritual Significance of the Feast According to Jewish...
- [What Happened in Trump’s Meeting with King Abdullah—and Egypt’s Swift Response](https://www.el-shai.com/trump-meeting-king-abdullah-egypts-response/): U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Jordan’s King Abdullah II at the White House on Tuesday, where the two leaders engaged in a tense discussion about Gaza. While the meeting was framed as a diplomatic engagement, Trump once again pushed for his controversial vision—handing U.S. control over Gaza, forcibly relocating Palestinians to neighboring countries, and transforming the strip into a &#8220;developed&#8221; area. However, rather than taking a firm stance, King Abdullah carefully avoided committing Jordan to anything, deferring the matter to Egypt—a move that has drawn criticism. Inside the White House Meeting Sources familiar with the discussion indicate that Trump aggressively reiterated...
- [Who Was Prince Karim Aga Khan IV and Why Is He Being Buried in Aswan?](https://www.el-shai.com/who-was-prince-karim-aga-khan-iv-buried-in-aswan/): The recent passing of Prince Karim Aga Khan IV has sparked curiosity, especially about his burial in Aswan, Egypt. Many are wondering: Who was he? Why is he being buried in Aswan? What is his family&#8217;s connection to Egypt? In this article, we break down everything you need to know about the Aga Khan legacy, his contributions, and his family’s deep historical ties to Egypt. Who Was Prince Karim Aga Khan IV? Born on December 13, 1936, in Geneva, Switzerland, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV was the 49th hereditary Imam of the Nizari Ismaili Muslims. He took on the role in...
- [A Guide to Intimacy After FGM: What Survivors & Their Partners Need to Know](https://www.el-shai.com/a-guide-to-intimacy-after-fgm/): Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has lasting physical and emotional consequences, including challenges with intimacy and sexual pleasure. However, with the right approach, survivors and their partners can work towards a fulfilling sexual relationship based on understanding, communication, and healing. Understanding the Impact of FGM on Intimacy FGM can affect sex in several ways, including: What Survivors Can Do 1. Seek Medical Support 2. Go at Your Own Pace 3. Explore Alternative Forms of Pleasure 4. Therapy &amp; Emotional Healing What Partners Can Do 1. Educate Yourself 2. Communication &amp; Consent 3. Focus on Emotional Connection 4. Be Patient &amp; Supportive Sexual...
- [Egypt’s Entertainment Scene Just Leveled Up: ACUD, Live Nation Middle East, and TicketsMarche Team Up!](https://www.el-shai.com/egypts-entertainment-scene-just-leveled-up-acud-live-nation-middle-east-and-ticketsmarche-team-up/): Egypt is finally stepping up its entertainment game, and it’s about time! In a move that could (hopefully) spare us from chasing international artists around the globe, the Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD), Live Nation Middle East, and TicketsMarche are teaming up to bring major global concerts and events to the New Administrative Capital. What’s the Deal? This new partnership is expected to turn the New Administrative Capital into the ultimate entertainment hub, hosting over 10 major concerts and events in 2025 alone. The plan includes transforming People’s Square, Nation’s Park, and the Green River into world-class entertainment destinations that...
- [What's the Tea with Massar Egbari?](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-the-tea-with-massar-egbari/): El-Shai’s Nadia Haitham sat down with Massar Egbari to spill all the tea! From their 20-year journey to the stories behind their new album, they opened up about music, memories, and what’s next for the band.
- [Egypt International Boat Show 2025: The Ultimate Yachting Extravaganza in Cairo](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-international-boat-show-2025/): If you’re into luxury yachts, cutting-edge marine tech, or just want to live your best boujee life for a weekend, mark your calendars! The Egypt International Boat Show is back for its 7th edition, happening from February 6 to February 9, 2025, at the Cairo International Convention Centre. This event is all about putting Egypt on the global yachting map and bringing together the biggest players in the maritime industry. What’s the Big Deal? This isn’t just any boat show—it’s THE boat show. With over 120 international and local brands, you can expect to see everything from multi-million-dollar yachts to the...
- [Trump’s Shocking Gaza Takeover Proposal: What It Means for Palestine and the Region](https://www.el-shai.com/trumps-gaza-takeover-proposal-palestine/): In a move that has sparked outrage and concern across the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on February 4, 2025. This was Netanyahu’s first official visit since Trump returned to office, and the discussions revolved around the ongoing ceasefire in Gaza, future regional plans, and a potential U.S. role in the territory. While Trump reaffirmed his support for Israel, his comments about Gaza and the displacement of Palestinians have raised serious alarm bells. Let’s break down what happened and why it’s causing a global uproar. Trump’s Plan for Gaza:...
- [Reel Talk Ep. 4 | Karim Kassem &amp; John Fareed Zaki Talk About their Film Madonna](https://www.el-shai.com/karim-kassem-john-fareed-zaki-film-madonna/): Don&#8217;t miss this exciting episode of Reel Talk, where we sit down with Karim Kassem and director John Fareed Zaki to discuss their latest film Madonna. A story set in a Latin Catholic monastery in Alexandria, where the theft of a historic painting turns into a deep moral dilemma between two Jesuit priests, while suspicion falls on a struggling cook trying to save her daughter.
- [Step into 1990s Cairo Through the Lens of Mohamed Hegazy at The Living Room Gallery by Bascota](https://www.el-shai.com/1990s-cairo-mohamed-hegazy-bascota/): Imagine Cairo in the ‘90s: bustling streets, neon-lit kiosks, timeless architecture, and a city pulsating with life. Now, you don’t have to imagine—it’s all coming to life at Cairo – 12/4/1990, an exhibition paying tribute to the legacy of renowned Egyptian photojournalist Mohamed Hegazy. This must-see showcase will be hosted at The Living Room Gallery by Bascota’s flagship store at EDNC, Sodic East, opening its doors on February 2, 2025. A Visual Time Capsule: The Essence of Cairo in the 90s More than just a collection of photographs, Cairo – 12/4/1990 is a journey through time, capturing Cairo’s raw energy and...
- [USAID Scholarship Suspension Leaves Over 1,500 Egyptian Students in Crisis: What’s Next?](https://www.el-shai.com/usaid-scholarship-suspension-egyptian-students/): In an unprecedented move, the Trump administration has suspended all U.S. foreign aid programs, including educational scholarships, impacting over 1,500 top-performing Egyptian students who had secured fully funded spots at prestigious universities. Emails sent to students under USAID-funded scholarships and the Tomorrow’s Leaders (TL) program confirmed that their funding has been paused for 90 days due to a new executive order halting foreign development assistance. Many students—some of whom were on the verge of graduation—have been expelled from their universities with no prior warning and are now scrambling for alternatives. What Led to This Decision? The situation stems from a sweeping...
- [Egyptian Author Rim Mourad Unveils New Novel "I Belong To You" at Cairo International Book Fair](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-author-rim-mourad-novel-i-belong-to-you/): Renowned author Rim Mourad has launched her latest novel, &#8220;I Belong To You&#8221; (Elayaka Antamy), at the ongoing Cairo International Book Fair (January 23 – February 5). This marks Mourad&#8217;s fourth book and her second novel following the success of her critically acclaimed debut novel &#8220;Invasion&#8221; (Igtiyah).&#8220;I Belong To You&#8221; is a thought-provoking exploration of identity and belonging, inviting readers to question their own sense of self as they follow the protagonist&#8217;s journey of self-discovery. Speaking about her new novel, Rim explained, &#8220;It is a story that raises questions within us, prompting us to ponder who we truly are and to...
- [Annie Sakkab on "The Poem We Sang" | A Palestinian Story of Loss and Longing](https://www.el-shai.com/annie-sakkab-the-poem-we-sang-a-palestinian-story/): We met filmmaker Annie Sakkab during her visit to Egypt for the Cairo International Film Festival and had an emotional conversation about her film, The Poem We Sang. The film explores themes of love, loss, and displacement, inspired by a poem by Palestinian poet Khalil Al-Sakakini. Annie shares the deeply personal history behind the story, reflecting on her family&#8217;s connection to Palestine and the universal pain of forced migration. Watch as Annie opens up about the creative process, the cultural significance of preserving Palestinian narratives, and how the film has resonated with audiences worldwide.
- [Ramez Galal’s "Indian Star" Prank at the Joy Awards: How Did Everyone Think This Was Okay?](https://www.el-shai.com/ramez-galals-indian-star-prank-at-the-joy-awards/): The fifth edition of the Joy Awards, held on January 18th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was a glittering celebration of global entertainment, with stars like Anthony Hopkins, Matthew McConaughey, Guy Richie, and Morgan Freeman gracing the event. But amidst the glamour, one moment stood out—not for its charm but for its tone-deaf execution. Egyptian actor Ramez Galal took the stage pretending to be an Indian singer, complete with traditional Indian attire, a thick accent, and a performance of a Bollywood-style song. The stunt was quickly revealed to be one of Galal’s signature pranks, which he’s built his brand on. While many...
- [You Went Viral—Now What? How to Turn Your 15 Minutes of Fame into a Lifetime Opportunity](https://www.el-shai.com/viral-into-a-lifetime-opportunity/): So, you just went viral. Congrats! Your video is blowing up, your notifications are non-stop, and people are sliding into your DMs like you’re a long-lost friend. It’s exciting, overwhelming, and maybe even a little scary. But here’s the thing about virality: it’s like catching lightning in a bottle. If you don’t act fast, the hype will fizzle out, and you’ll go back to square one. The real question isn’t “Why did I go viral?” It’s “What do I do next?” Here’s how to turn your moment of internet fame into something bigger—whether that’s a thriving career, a personal brand, or...
- [You Don’t Need to Fix Him: Why the Savior Complex Is Wrecking Your Relationships](https://www.el-shai.com/you-dont-need-to-fix-him-savior-complex/): We’ve all been there&#8230;You meet someone who’s a little rough around the edges, and suddenly you think you’re starring in your own Egyptian drama. “They just need someone to believe in them!” you tell yourself. &#8220;I can fix him!&#8221; But here’s the harsh truth: you’re not their therapist, you’re not their savior, and love isn’t supposed to be a self-improvement project. You&#8217;re not supposed to &#8220;fix him.&#8221; But why is trying to &#8216;fix&#8217; someone such a losing game, and why is your energy better spent elsewhere? Why Do We Try to Fix People? Blame it on the romance culture we’ve grown...
- [What’s the Tea with Sedky Sakhr? ](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-the-tea-with-sedky-sakhr/): El-Shai&#8217;s Nadia Haitham sat down with the amazing Sedky Sakhr to spill all the tea! We talked about his New Year&#8217;s resolutions, his latest projects, and his exciting return as Lotfy Aboud in Rakam Sery! Sedky didn’t hold back on the fun details about stepping back into the shoes of Lotfy and gave us all the scoop on what’s next. Spoiler alert: It’s gonna be hot! So, grab a cup of tea (or whatever you fancy), kick back, and join the convo! Don’t forget to drop your favorite Sedky character in the comments.
- [The Tragic Death of Renad Adel at Notre Dame de Sion: Do We Need a Child to Die to Address Bullying?](https://www.el-shai.com/death-renad-adel-at-notre-dame-de-sion-bullying/): The death of 12-year-old Renad Adel, a sixth-grade student at Notre Dame de Sion School in Alexandria, has sparked a wave of grief, speculation, and calls for action. The tragic incident, which occurred after Renad fell from the eighth-floor balcony of her home, has brought attention to the urgent issue of bullying and its devastating consequences. Conflicting Reports Surrounding the Incident Initial reports suggested that Renad had taken her own life following severe bullying at school. Posts on social media claimed that she had left a note detailing her pain and naming classmates who had allegedly bullied her. The alleged bullying...
- [Loved 'Faqret El Saher'? Here Are 5 Heist Shows and Films You Can’t Miss!](https://www.el-shai.com/faqret-el-saher-heist-shows-and-films/): The heist genre has a way of pulling us into its thrilling world, making us root for characters even as we know they’re on the wrong side of the law. With its mix of clever strategies, edge-of-your-seat tension, and complex emotions, it’s no wonder this genre has fans worldwide. Following the release of the first four episodes of “Faqret El Saher” on Yango Play, we’ve rounded up five other must-watch heist shows you might want to check out if you haven’t already. Ocean’s 8: After serving her prison sentence, Debbie Ocean, the younger sister of Danny Ocean, assembles a team of...
- [Shokry Sarhan Got Criticized on a Podcast, and All Hell Broke Loose—Why It’s Time to Normalize Disagreement](https://www.el-shai.com/shokry-sarhan-got-criticized-on-a-podcast/): Omar Mostafa Metwally and Ahmed Fathy were having a casual chat on Omar’s podcast, Leek Lok, when they made a comment about legendary actor Shokry Sarhan. They said, and I quote, he was “a star, but not a qualified actor.” That’s it. Just an opinion. But in today’s outrage-driven world, those words sparked chaos. Fans went ballistic. Industry figures chimed in. And then, in a dramatic twist, Shokry Sarhan’s family announced they’d file an official complaint with the Acting Professions Syndicate. Because how dare anyone critique a cinema &#8220;legend,&#8221; right? Things escalated when Ashraf Zaky, head of the syndicate, swooped in...
- [California Wildfires vs. Gaza: A Comparison That Shouldn’t Exist](https://www.el-shai.com/california-wildfires-vs-gaza-comparison/): Earlier this week, headlines were dominated by two devastating events: the California wildfires ravaging wealthy neighborhoods in Los Angeles and the ongoing bombardment of Gaza. Somehow, some people have decided to draw parallels between the two. Let’s be clear: these events couldn’t be more different. One is a natural disaster that—while devastating—comes with a safety net for many of its victims. The other is a deliberate humanitarian crisis, leaving its victims with nothing but grief and nowhere to run. The fact that these two are being compared at all says a lot about our collective priorities and how we define tragedy....
- [Weekend Binge: 9 Documentaries to Dive Into](https://www.el-shai.com/weekend-binge-9-documentaries-to-dive-into/): Ready for a weekend escape? These documentaries dive into fascinating stories, from ancient mysteries to modern wonders. Sit back, relax, and start your binge! Horizon (ALL) From the turtles of the Farasan Islands to the ibex that dot the Asir Mountains, this documentary captures Saudi Arabia&#8217;s diverse wildlife and scenery. Our Oceans (7+) Discover the stories beneath the surface of the water in this stunning nature documentary series, which explores each of the Earth&#8217;s five oceans. Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones (13+) Travel around the world with author Dan Buettner to discover five unique communities where people live...
- [Mostafa Shaker: Who’s This Rising Star That Captivated Us in Fakret El Saher?](https://www.el-shai.com/mostafa-shaker-rising-star-fakret-el-saher/): If you’ve been swept away by the chilling intensity of Fakret El Saher’s third episode, you’re not alone. Meet Mostafa Shaker, the actor whose haunting performance as one of Asmaa Galal’s victims left us reeling—and wondering, Who is this guy? Shaker is more than just a standout in the gripping series. With Egyptian roots and a talent that knows no bounds, he’s quickly becoming one of the most talked-about rising stars in global entertainment. So, let’s dive into the journey of the man who’s putting Egypt on the international acting map. The Performance That Stole the Show Mostafa Shaker’s breakout moment...
- [Exclusive First Look: What to Expect in El Sarab Episodes 4, 5, and 6 on TOD](https://www.el-shai.com/exclusive-first-look-el-sarab-episodes-4-5-6-tod/): The buzz around El Sarab, starring Khaled El Nabawy, is undeniable. Following the release of its first three episodes on January 7, 2025, the series has quickly become a trending topic across social media, captivating audiences with its intricate plot and compelling performances. As we prepare for episodes 4, 5, and 6, airing exclusively on TOD, let’s revisit the drama and suspense that unfolded in the earlier episodes and set the stage for what’s to come. The Story of &#8220;El Sarab&#8221; So Far: Unraveling the Mysteries of El Sarab In the initial episodes, we were introduced to Tarek (Khaled El Nabawy),...
- [On World Braille Day: Did We Ever See the World Through Everyone’s Eyes in Egypt?](https://www.el-shai.com/world-braille-day-egypt/): When was the last time you saw something written in Braille, other than on an ATM? And even then, did you stop to think how often visually impaired individuals actually use it? On World Braille Day, it’s time we ask ourselves some uncomfortable but necessary questions: Do we even consider the lives of people who can’t see? Are we doing enough to make their world accessible, or are we just slapping on token gestures to make ourselves feel good? Here’s the truth: making Egypt inclusive for the visually impaired requires more than awareness—it demands action. Let’s dive into what that looks...
- [Seeking Haven for Mr Rambo: A Poignant Journey of Friendship and Redemption](https://www.el-shai.com/seeking-haven-for-mr-rambo-review/): As the New Year dawns, few films hold the promise of touching hearts and sparking conversations like “Seeking Haven for Mr Rambo” (El Bahth an Manfath Lekhorog El Sayed Rambo). This much-anticipated Egyptian film, directed by Khaled Mansour, is poised to be a game-changer in storytelling, offering audiences a powerful exploration of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. With its compelling narrative, breathtaking visuals, and unforgettable performances, the film is more than just a story—it&#8217;s an emotional odyssey. Mark your calendars because starting Wednesday, January 1, 2025, this cinematic masterpiece will hit cinemas across Egypt in 29 cities. A Visual and Emotional Odyssey...
- [From Forgotten Gems to Viral Hits: How TikTok Defined Music Trends in 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/forgotten-gems-viral-hits-tiktok-music-trends-2024/): In 2024, the term “TikTokification” solidified its place in global culture, signifying how songs—both new and old—find viral fame through the platform’s powerful algorithm and trend-driven environment. TikTok not only launches new artists to stardom but also revives older tracks, giving them renewed relevance through challenges, relatable content, and viral trends. Below is a list of songs that gained prominence this year and the trends that fueled their resurgence. 1. Ba2olek Eh – Nourine Aboseada (2021) This track exploded on TikTok as girls used it to share relatable moments, particularly poking fun at unsupportive or competitive behavior among women. The playful...
- [Egyptian Lifestyle Trends to Watch in 2025](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-lifestyle-trends-to-watch-in-2025/): The new year is here, and with it comes a fresh wave of trends that are shaping how Egyptians live, work, and play. From eco-friendly living to cultural revivals, 2025 is looking like a year of meaningful shifts and creative expression. Here are the top lifestyle trends we predict will dominate Egypt in the year ahead. 1. Sustainable Living Goes Mainstream The push for eco-conscious choices is stronger than ever. Egyptians are now embracing reusable bags, upcycled fashion, and eco-friendly household products like never before. What to Watch: Why It Matters: Sustainability is no longer a niche interest but a necessary...
- [The Egyptian Rent Crisis: Is Moving Out of Your Parents’ House Even Worth It?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-egyptian-rent-crisis-moving-out/): Let’s set the scene: You’re in your 20s or 30s, craving independence, but also glued to the comfort of your family home. You fantasize about having your own space, decorated to your taste, and waking up whenever you want without a surprise “Get up! We have guests!” from your mom. But then, you check rental prices, and reality slaps you harder than Cairo traffic. So, is moving out worth it, or are you better off sticking it out at home? Let’s unpack this crisis Egyptian style. 1. The Costs Are&#8230; Astronomical Renting in Egypt isn’t for the faint-hearted—or the empty-walleted. In...
- [Content Creation Burnout: How to Keep Your Creativity Alive Without Losing Your Mind](https://www.el-shai.com/content-creation-burnout-without-losing-your-mind/): Content creation sounds glamorous—until it’s not. Sure, there’s the thrill of going viral and the satisfaction of seeing your hard work appreciated. But let’s be real, constantly chasing trends and battling the algorithm can leave you feeling like a zombie with a ring light. Burnout isn’t just about being tired; it’s about your creativity packing its bags and saying, “I’m out!” The good news? You can bounce back—and even avoid hitting rock bottom in the first place. Here’s how to keep creating without losing your mind (or your love for it). 1. Burnout Doesn’t Just Happen—It Sneaks Up on You One...
- [How to Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty/): Setting boundaries sometimes feels like an extreme sport. Say no to a relative’s favor, and suddenly you’re the villain of the family group chat. Skip an outing, and your friends act like you’ve committed a personal attack. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing; boundaries aren’t selfish. They’re not about pushing people away; they’re about making space for yourself. And if you’re constantly running on empty because you’re afraid to say no, it’s time to rethink what you’re giving—and what you’re getting in return. Let’s break down how to set boundaries that stick, how to handle the guilt, and what to do when...
- [Unspoken Red Flags in Relationships: What You’re Ignoring Might Hurt You](https://www.el-shai.com/unspoken-red-flags-in-relationships/): Let’s talk about the sneaky red flags in relationships—the ones that don’t slap you in the face but quietly chip away at your peace of mind. You’ve probably ignored them before, thinking, “It’s not that serious” or “They didn’t mean it like that.” But let’s be real: these little signs are often the start of something bigger—and not in a good way. If you’re questioning your partner’s behavior but don’t have the words to explain why something feels off, keep reading. The Quiet Red Flags You’re Probably Ignoring 1. The “Just Joking” ExcuseThey constantly make jokes at your expense, then brush...
- [When Smoking Weed Is Worse Than Abuse: The Hypocrisy of Squid Game 2](https://www.el-shai.com/smoking-weed-abuse-the-hypocrisy-of-squid-game-2/): Time to say it like it is—Squid Game&#8216;s Season 2 is TV&#8217;s biggest letdown. From lackluster storytelling to one of the worst season endings in history, it struggled to capture the magic of its predecessor. More importantly, the new characters SUCKED! One character, however, who stood out to me was Thanos. The guy was the perfect villain, and I kept waiting for his scenes because he&#8217;s the only thing entertaining. But then I remembered; who the hell is that guy, and why was he not in a single promotion? I knew something was off the moment I noticed Thanos wasn’t in...
- [Manifest Your Dreams: The Best Spots in Egypt to Reset During the Mid-Year Break](https://www.el-shai.com/manifest-best-spots-in-egypt-mid-year-break/): Life can feel like a whirlwind, especially when juggling work, studies, and the unpredictability of modern living. As the mid-year break approaches, it’s the perfect time to pause, realign, and focus on what truly matters. Manifestation—the practice of turning your goals into reality by aligning thoughts, energy, and actions—isn’t just a trend; it’s a transformative mindset. Egypt, with its rich history, profound spiritual legacy, and breathtaking natural landscapes, offers the ideal backdrop for this practice. Ancient Egyptians believed in the power of intention, often aligning their lives with the rhythms of nature and the cosmos. Drawing on this timeless wisdom, these...
- [Single, Married, or Confused? – A Relationship Status Survival Guide for 2025](https://www.el-shai.com/relationship-status-survival-guide-for-2025/): Relationships can be complicated. Whether you’re happily single, blissfully married, or stuck in the “I’m not ready to define it” zone, navigating your relationship status in 2025 is no small feat. Here’s a survival guide for every phase of love—because no matter where you stand, we’ve all got our own drama to deal with. Forever Single: Single But Not By Choice Let’s face it, being single when you’d rather not be can feel like you’re stuck in a rom-com without the romance. But hey, it doesn’t mean life has to suck. In 2025, the “single-but-not-by-choice” crew is embracing the in-between and...
- [Personalized Wellness: How You Should Prioritize Self-Care in 2025](https://www.el-shai.com/personalized-wellness-prioritize-self-care-in-2025/): Self-care is no longer a luxury—it’s a vital component of a balanced, fulfilling life. As Egyptians increasingly prioritize mental health and holistic well-being, personalized wellness routines are gaining momentum. In 2025, self-care is tailored, accessible, and seamlessly woven into daily life. Here’s how Egypt is redefining wellness: Mental Health Apps for Arabic Speakers The stigma surrounding mental health is gradually fading, thanks to innovative apps designed specifically for Arabic-speaking users. Platforms such as Shezlong and Hekayti are breaking barriers by offering culturally sensitive tools, including therapy sessions, guided meditations, and stress-relief exercises. These apps make mental health support more approachable and...
- [Why Is Everyone Obsessed with Horoscopes?](https://www.el-shai.com/why-is-everyone-obsessed-with-horoscopes/): Horoscopes are everywhere! Your group chats, Instagram stories, TikTok’s For You page—hell, even we’re guilty of it too—we made a 2025 horoscopes post. That’s right, we leaned into the cosmic craze because, apparently, nothing screams “new year, new me” like Mercury retrograde memes and compatibility charts. If you’re here, you’ve either already Googled your 2025 horoscope or are secretly scrolling Instagram to check if your zodiac predictions say you’ll finally catch a break this year. Spoiler: they probably don’t, but hey, the stars keep us hooked anyway. But why are we so hooked? Why does everyone need to know their rising...
- [Battle of the Drugstore vs. Luxury Makeup: What Worked in 2024 and What Didn’t](https://www.el-shai.com/drugstore-vs-luxury-makeup-what-worked-in-2024/): Makeup lovers, 2024 was a year of beauty discoveries, viral products, and a growing debate: Is luxury makeup really worth it, or are drugstore brands leveling up? Let’s break down the hits and misses of 2024 from both sides of the aisle and find out where your money was best spent. Writer&#8217;s Note: These recommendations are based on my personal experiences. While some might work perfectly for you, others may not—it’s all about finding what suits you best! There are undoubtedly many other amazing brands out there that I haven’t had the chance to try yet, so feel free to share...
- [Your Eco-Friendly Glow-Up: How to Start Living Sustainably in Egypt in 2025](https://www.el-shai.com/eco-friendly-living-sustainably-in-egypt-in-2025/): Sustainability isn’t just a global buzzword—it’s a vibe, and it’s finally making waves here in Egypt. Whether it’s ditching plastic or supporting local eco-heroes, there’s never been a better time to level up your lifestyle and help the planet in the process. If you’re ready to stop doom-scrolling and actually do something, here’s your no-BS guide to living sustainably in 2025. 1. Say Goodbye to Single-Use Plastics We’re Over It Plastic waste is basically Egypt’s uninvited guest—everywhere and ruining the vibe. But even small changes can make a big impact. Your Game Plan: Why It Matters:Less plastic means a cleaner Nile,...
- [The Side Hustles in Egypt That Boomed in 2024 and What We Think Will Happen in 2025](https://www.el-shai.com/side-hustles-in-egypt-that-boomed-2024/): 2024 was the year everyone realized their hobbies could double as income. From food businesses to digital freelancing, hustlers turned creativity into cash, making the side hustle scene hotter than ever. But not every idea can survive the fast-paced shifts of what’s trending—and as we head into 2025, it’s time to take stock. Which hustles will thrive, which will quietly fade away, and what fresh opportunities might be waiting? If you’ve been dreaming of starting your hustle, this guide is your nudge to make it happen. The Stars of 2024 That Might Struggle in 2025 1. Homemade Food Businesses: Too Many...
- [What Airbnb Hosts in Egypt Need to Know About New Legal Updates](https://www.el-shai.com/airbnb-hosts-in-egypt-new-legal-updates/): The Egyptian government is stepping up its game to regulate short-term rental platforms like Airbnb. This move aims to enhance tourism, ensure guest safety, and bring hosts into compliance with national regulations. If you&#8217;re an Airbnb host in Egypt, here’s everything you need to know to stay ahead of the game. 1. Airbnb Regulation Is Officially in the Works Egypt&#8217;s Minister of Tourism, Ahmed Issa, recently announced plans to regulate Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms. This regulation comes as part of broader efforts to modernize the tourism industry and align with international standards. With Egypt welcoming millions of tourists annually,...
- [Get Ready to Vote: The 2024 TikTok Awards MENA Nominees Are Here!](https://www.el-shai.com/2024-tiktok-awards-mena-nominees-are-here/): TikTok is excited to announce the return of the TikTok Awards in MENA, the annual celebration of creativity, culture, and community. This year, TikTok is rolling out the red carpet in Dubai on 22 January 2025, for an unforgettable night dedicated to honouring the creators who’ve made the biggest impact on and off TikTok in 2024. The TikTok Awards is a celebration of the creativity, passion, and authentic storytelling that defines our platform. Across the MENA region, creators have been breaking boundaries—launching viral trends, building communities, and sharing their talent with the world. From fashionistas redefining beauty to athletes inspiring millions,...
- [Bear Grylls Criticized for Calling Jesus a Palestinian Refugee: The Hypocrisy of Defending Free Speech—Except When It Challenges Beliefs](https://www.el-shai.com/bear-grylls-criticized-jesus-a-palestinian-refugee/): Bear Grylls recently faced backlash for a simple, yet powerful statement: calling Jesus a “Palestinian refugee” in his holiday message. His Instagram caption read: &#8220;Merry Christmas to all. Remember, Jesus was a Palestinian refugee, born in Bethlehem. Let’s send love to all the refugees of the world, especially those who are suffering and displaced this holiday season.&#8221; View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bear Grylls OBE (@beargrylls) Following the backlash, Grylls edited the caption, replacing “Palestinian” with “Middle Eastern.” While some might see this as an attempt to smooth things over, it’s extremely disappointing. This edit undermines the...
- [Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni: A PR War That's Leaving Us All Exhausted](https://www.el-shai.com/blake-lively-justin-baldoni-it-ends-with-us-drama/): The unfolding drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has become one of Hollywood’s most polarizing and frustrating spectacles. From the promotion of It Ends With Us to allegations of sexual harassment, what started as a buzzworthy film adaptation has spiraled into a battle of public narratives and PR strategies. But where does the truth lie? And more importantly, are we the real victims for being dragged into this seemingly endless chaos over a mediocre movie? The Timeline: From Controversy to Allegations 1. Promotion Backlash Blake Lively faced criticism for her promotional approach to It Ends With Us. Critics accused her...
- [Behind the Scenes of Watar Hassas: Azouz Adel and Toka Hossam Open Up on Reel Talk](https://www.el-shai.com/watar-hassas-azouz-adel-toka-hossam/): In the latest episode of Reel Talk, hosts Azouz Adel and Toka Hossam, stars of the acclaimed series Watar Hassas, delve into the intricacies of their roles and the series&#8217; production. Exploring Complex Characters Azouz Adel, known for his compelling performances in Egyptian cinema, shares insights into his character&#8217;s development and the challenges faced during filming. Special Guest Appearances Adding depth to the discussion, actors Ahmed Gamal Said and Sherif El Sheashaei make special appearances, offering their perspectives on the series&#8217; themes and character dynamics. About &#8216;Watar Hassas&#8217; Watar Hassas is a gripping series that delves into marital infidelity and the...
- [From Millennials to Gen Z: Series and movies that have a very nostalgic place in our hearts](https://www.el-shai.com/from-millennials-to-gen-z-series-and-movies-that-have-a-very-nostalgic-place-in-our-hearts/): In a world of endless new releases, some stories bridge the gap between generations. These titles—timeless, iconic, and filled with unforgettable characters—resonate just as strongly with Gen Z as they did with millennials. This lineup celebrates the shows that continue to captivate, no matter the era. The Adam Project (13+) Twelve-year-old Adam is used to being picked on &#8211; but his future self is a fearless fighter pilot. When time travel brings them face-to-face, the two Adams join forces to take on the challenges of both their past and their future. Enola Holmes (13+) While on the hunt for her missing...
- [A Disturbing 'Minion AI Gore Videos' Trend Is Taking Over Social Media—Here’s What You Need to Know](https://www.el-shai.com/minion-ai-gore-videos-trend-what-you-need-to-know/): A deeply troubling trend is sweeping across social media, involving the misuse of artificial intelligence to create graphic and deceptive videos. This trend, known as “Minion AI Gore Videos,” involves superimposing Minion characters onto real, violent, and explicit footage. These aren’t harmless jokes or pranks—we’re talking about videos depicting cartel violence, suicides, and other deeply traumatizing scenes. The innocent appearance of Minions is being weaponized to manipulate viewers into engaging with horrific content, often leaving them deeply disturbed. This alarming phenomenon is spreading fast and demands immediate attention. What’s Happening? This trend reportedly began in Russia and has now gained traction...
- [MrBeast Called Out by Egyptian Government for Pyramids Claim: A Look at Past Controversies](https://www.el-shai.com/mrbeast-egypt-pyramids-lie-controversies/): You know how MrBeast loves making jaw-dropping claims? Well, his latest one about renting the Pyramids of Giza for 100 hours has stirred up quite the drama in Egypt. While fans expected an epic adventure, the Egyptian government wasted no time calling him out. So, what’s the truth behind this &#8220;rental,&#8221; and does it add to MrBeast&#8217;s history of exaggerated stories? Let’s break it down. YouTube mogul MrBeast, known for his philanthropic and awe-inspiring videos, has recently found himself at the center of controversy. His claim of &#8220;renting&#8221; Egypt’s iconic Pyramids of Giza for an exclusive 100-hour filming session has been...
- [Egyptian Content Creators Who Made Waves in 2024](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-content-creators-who-made-waves-in-2024/): If you’ve spent any time online this year—let’s be honest, we all have—then you’ve probably laughed, cried, or screamed “same!” thanks to Egyptian content creators. From viral comedy skits that hit way too close to home to food reviews that had us drooling, these creators turned everyday moments into digital gold. In this roundup, we’re spotlighting the names that kept us glued to our screens. Whether you were binging Eyad El Mogy’s witty takedowns or sharing Haya Hashem’s dog mom struggles, these creators didn’t just post content—they owned the scene. Ready to meet the people who made 2024 a little more...
- [Fashion Faux Pas We’ll Gladly Leave in 2024, And Alternative 2025 Styles!](https://www.el-shai.com/fashion-faux-pas-well-gladly-leave-in-2024-and-alternative-2025-styles/): As we wrap up 2024, it’s time to bid farewell to some fashion trends that had their moment but overstayed their welcome. While experimenting with style is all about having fun, certain trends left us scratching our heads or cringing a little too hard. Let’s break down the ones we’re ready to leave behind as we strut confidently into 2025. (Don’t worry, we’ll give you better alternatives!) 1. Overly Baggy Everything Why it needs to go: There’s oversized, and then there’s drowning in fabric. The baggy-on-baggy trend made it hard to tell whether you were a fashionista or hiding from the...
- [How to Set Realistic 2025 Goals That Won’t Make You Cry by February](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-set-realistic-2025-goals/): New Year’s resolutions: they’re exciting to set, but often leave us feeling overwhelmed (or guilty) when they’re abandoned by February. The truth is, unrealistic goals are doomed to fail. But 2025 doesn’t have to follow that pattern. Here’s how to set goals that are achievable, sustainable, and—most importantly—don’t leave you crying by the time February is here. 1. Be Specific, Not Vague Common Mistake: Saying, “I want to get fit” or “I want to save money.”Why It Fails: These goals are too broad, making it hard to track progress. The Fix: Break it down into actionable steps. Instead of “get fit,”...
- [Revamp Your Dating Life in 2025: Red Flags We’re Leaving in 2024 And You Should Too!](https://www.el-shai.com/revamp-your-dating-life-in-2025-red-flags-were-leaving-in-2024-and-you-should-too/): As we leave 2024 behind, it&#8217;s time for some real talk about the dating and relationship trends that dominated the year. From breadcrumbing to love-bombing, some red flags became so common that they were practically normalized. But 2025 is a fresh start, and it’s time to set healthier boundaries. Let’s break down the top relationship red flags we ignored in 2024 and how to avoid falling for them again this year. 1. Breadcrumbing—The Ultimate Time-Waster What it is: Breadcrumbing is when someone gives you just enough attention to keep you interested but never commits. Think sporadic “Hey” texts that lead nowhere....
- [Where to Volunteer in Egypt for International Volunteer Day](https://www.el-shai.com/where-to-volunteer-in-egypt-for-international-volunteer-day/): International Volunteer Day, celebrated annually on December 5, is the perfect time to give back to your community and make a difference. If you&#8217;re in Egypt and wondering how to contribute, we&#8217;ve rounded up a list of incredible organizations that are looking for volunteers like you. From fighting hunger to supporting animal welfare, there&#8217;s something for everyone! 1. Resala Charity Organization What They Do: Resala is one of Egypt&#8217;s largest non-profits, with over 1.5 million volunteers across 67 branches. Their initiatives include supporting orphans, assisting individuals with disabilities, alleviating poverty, and more. How to Volunteer: Visit their website to fill out...
- [From Harassment to Clout: How the “On The Run” Harasser Exploited Menna Gubran](https://www.el-shai.com/harassment-clout-on-the-run-harasser-menna-gubran/): In 2018, a short video of Menna Gubran confronting a man who followed her outside On the Run went viral. While many saw it as proof of harassment, Menna faced a wave of backlash. People accused her of exaggerating, others claimed she knew him, and some even said he was just “trying to get to know her.” Seven years later, Menna reached out to us to set the record straight — with receipts. She shared a screen recording from 2022 of a voice note that Mahmoud Suleiman, the man in the video, sent her. In it, he thanked her for filming...
- [From Rock Bottom to Recovery: Mohamed 'Boogi' Masoud’s Journey Through Addiction and Hope](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-boogi-journey-in-addiction-and-hope/): When Mohamed &#8216;Boogi&#8217; Masoud sat down for a raw and honest interview with popular vlogger Karim El Sayed, he wasn&#8217;t just sharing his story—he was exposing a reality that thousands of families know but rarely talk about. His confession about selling his kidney to buy drugs has sparked serious conversations, but his journey to recovery? That&#8217;s the part we all need to hear. However, his revelations have also attracted legal attention: a lawyer has filed a complaint against Boogi, demanding an urgent investigation to identify all involved and uncover any organ trafficking network he mentioned. How Addiction Took Hold At 16,...
- [Last-Minute Rooftops to Visit in Cairo to View The Blood Moon](https://www.el-shai.com/last-minute-rooftops-to-visit-in-cairo-to-view-the-blood-moon/): Cairo’s skyline is serving major drama tonight: catch the blood moon rising over Mokattam or Crimson Bar’s rooftop: where the views, vibes, and company hit the spot. Your last-minute lunar chill spot awaits! Hwary Qairo Located in Korba, Hwary Qairo is a hidden gem you can’t miss out on. Grab your friend group, some drinks, and enjoy a breezy eclipse. Grand Nile Tower Revolving Restaurant From one of the highest points in Cairo—experience the blood moon 360° with fine dining at the only revolving restaurant in Egypt. Marriott Mena House Nature, Pyramids, and Lunar vibes all in one place. Marriott Mena...
- [The Real Story Behind Aroset El Mouled: Which Origin Tale is Actually True?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-real-story-behind-aroset-el-mouled/): Every Mawlid season, Egyptian kids get their hands on aroset el mouled. Those colorful sugar dolls that have been around for literally a thousand years. But nobody seems to agree on how this tradition actually started. We&#8217;ve got multiple origin stories floating around, each more dramatic than the last. Story #1: The Royal Romance The most popular version involves Fatimid ruler El Hakim Ba&#8217;amr Allah, who rode through Cairo on horseback during Mawlid celebrations with his wife walking beside him. She wore a stunning white dress with a jasmine crown, and the candy makers were so struck by her beauty that...
- [Hind vs. Youssef: Breaking Down Egypt's Most Toxic TV Couple From Ma Tarah Laysa Kama Yabdo](https://www.el-shai.com/hind-vs-youssef-ma-tarah-laysa-kama-yabdo/): Leila Zaher and Hazem Ihab have officially given us Egypt&#8217;s most polarizing TV couple of 2025 with &#8220;Hind&#8217;s Story&#8221; from &#8220;Ma Tarah Laysa Kama Yabdo&#8221; (What You See Is Not What It Seems), and Egyptian social media is practically on fire with hot takes, psychological analyses, and family arguments that are probably happening in living rooms across the country right now. The series topped Watch It&#8216;s most-watched list within hours of its premiere, but the real drama is happening in the comment sections. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WATCH IT (@watchit) Half the audience is screaming &#8220;victim-blaming!&#8221;...
- [When Love Stops Feeling Like Love: Recognizing Relationships That Drain Your Soul](https://www.el-shai.com/when-love-stops-recognizing-relationships/): We&#8217;ve all heard the fairy tale version of love, where relationships are supposed to be your safe haven, your source of strength, and the person who makes everything better. But what happens when the person who&#8217;s supposed to lift you keeps bringing you down? The reality? Some relationships don&#8217;t just fail to add value to your life; they actively subtract from it. And recognizing this doesn&#8217;t make you dramatic or weak. It makes you human. The Red Flags Your Heart Already Knows You&#8217;ve Become a Mind Reader (And Not the Fun Kind) Remember when you could just&#8230; exist? Now you&#8217;re constantly...
- [Meet Cameron Mofid: The Inspirational Youngest Man to Visit all 195 Countries on Earth](https://www.el-shai.com/meet-cameron-mofid/): Cameron Mofid was supposed to be hitting tennis balls for a living. Instead, he turned his OCD into a world record-breaking superpower, visiting all 195 countries while building schools in Nigeria. Sometimes life&#8217;s biggest plot twists come from embracing what makes you different. The 25-year-old American just wrapped up a journey that sounds like something out of a movie, becoming the youngest verified person to pull this off. And no, he didn&#8217;t just collect passport stamps at airports. This guy actually lived in each place, because apparently, when OCD meets ambition, half-measures aren&#8217;t an option. When Tennis Dreams Hit a Wall...
- [7 Years Later: The 'On the Run' Guy's 2025 Comeback Proves We Still Don't Get It](https://www.el-shai.com/7-years-later-the-on-the-run-guy-comeback/): Back in August 2018, a man approached a woman in front of &#8220;On the Run&#8221; in New Cairo. According to the woman, he had been &#8220;allegedly&#8221; circling her in his car multiple times before getting out and asking her to get coffee at On the Run. She filmed the encounter, told him he was bothering her, and he apologized after several unwanted justifications, and then left. She posted the video online, and Egypt lost its collective mind. And now, seven years later, the man is trending again – this time puffing on a cheap cigar in what looks like an expensive...
- [Why Egypt's Viral Chips Girl Story Should Worry Every Parent](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-viral-chips-girl-story-should-worry-parent/): You&#8217;ve definitely seen it by now: the security camera footage of a young Egyptian girl returning a bag of chips to buy something else, then spotting an elderly man outside and giving him her 5 pounds instead. Sweet? Absolutely. Is it worth turning her into Egypt&#8217;s newest viral sensation? That&#8217;s where we need to pump the brakes. Don&#8217;t get us wrong. The girl&#8217;s gesture was beautiful, she IS beautiful. The shop owner, who filmed the incident, said he originally recorded it to show his own daughter as an example, but it quickly exploded beyond anyone&#8217;s expectations. According to Al Arabiya, she...
- [Turning Followers into Fans: The Real Tea on Building a Loyal Community Online](https://www.el-shai.com/turning-followers-fans-building-loyal-community/): We&#8217;ve all seen it happen. Someone posts one video that blows up, gains 50K followers overnight, then watches their engagement drop to basically nothing because they treated their audience like numbers instead of people. Don&#8217;t be that creator, and here&#8217;s how Stop Posting and Ghosting You know those influencers who drop a perfectly curated post then vanish until the next sponsored content? Yeah, your followers see right through that. Building a real community means actually showing up. Reply to that comment asking where you got your shirt. Answer the DM about your skincare routine. When someone takes time to engage with...
- [AI Psychosis: The New Mental Health Crisis Nobody Saw Coming](https://www.el-shai.com/ai-psychosis-new-mental-health-crisis/): Remember when our biggest concern about AI was whether ChatGPT would take our jobs? Those were simpler times. Now we&#8217;re dealing with something far more unsettling: people having full-blown mental health crises after spending too much time chatting with AI bots. It sounds like an episode from Black Mirror, but &#8220;AI psychosis&#8221; is becoming a real phenomenon that mental health experts are scrambling to understand. And honestly? It&#8217;s both fascinating and terrifying. What Exactly Is AI Psychosis? AI psychosis isn&#8217;t an official medical diagnosis, but it describes cases where people develop or experience worsening delusions and paranoia after extended use of...
- [Breaking the Cycle of Comparing Yourself to Others](https://www.el-shai.com/breaking-the-cycle-of-comparing-yourself-to-others/): Your cousin just got engaged, your coworker landed that promotion you wanted, and your school friend is posting from her third vacation this year. Meanwhile, you&#8217;re eating Indomie for the fourth time this week because groceries are expensive and wondering where you went wrong in life. Sound familiar? Welcome to the comparison trap – and trust us, we&#8217;ve all been there. Why We&#8217;re All Losing Our Minds on Social Media Look, we get it. You open Instagram and BAM – someone&#8217;s getting married in Gouna, someone else just bought a car, and your ex is apparently thriving in Dubai. Suddenly, your...
- [Relationship Q&A: Debunking the Love Myths We’ve All Believed](https://www.el-shai.com/debunking-the-love-myths-weve-all-believed/): Love is great. Love can be healing. It can be blind. It can be many things, but it can also be a ball of huge lies! You know, those romantic lies we&#8217;ve all swallowed after binge-watching too many Turkish series or listening to our teta&#8217;s &#8220;back in my day&#8221; stories. The classics: &#8220;Love conquers all,&#8221; &#8220;Jealousy means they care,&#8221; or Egypt&#8217;s personal favorite, using fate as an excuse to put zero effort into your relationship. These myths are basically the relationship equivalent of thinking you can survive on coffee alone. Sounds great in theory, but you&#8217;ll crash eventually. Let&#8217;s break down...
- [Stepmother Poisons Husband and 6 Children in Minya Village](https://www.el-shai.com/stepmother-poisons-husband-and-6-children/): A devastating family tragedy has shaken the village of Delga in Minya after a stepmother poisons husband and his six children by poisoning their bread. The children&#8217;s biological mother survived the attack after detecting something wrong with the food. The incident The tragedy began when the father reconciled with his first wife, Om Hashem, following a period of separation. This reunion triggered intense jealousy in his second wife, who feared losing her position in the household. The second wife prepared traditional Shamsi bread, a popular variety in northern Egypt, but added poison before sending it to the family. The bread was...
- [The Theft of 1,100 Government Tablets: Who Is Kerles “Koko” Heshmat of Koko and S Stores?](https://www.el-shai.com/who-is-kerles-heshmat-of-koko-and-s/): In a case that has rocked Egypt’s electronics market and raised fresh concerns about corruption and accountability, over 1,100 government-issued educational tablets were stolen and resold through one of the country’s most popular tech retail chains, Koko and S. At the center of the scandal is Kerles “Koko” Heshmat, the company’s founder, now facing a 10-year prison sentence and a fight to restore both his freedom and reputation. Who Is Kerles “Koko” Heshmat? Kerles Heshmat, known publicly as “Koko,” is the founder of Koko and S, a popular electronics and household goods across Cairo that started online first, and grew to...
- [Basma Nabil's Journey to Becoming Egypt's Emerging Acting Talent](https://www.el-shai.com/basma-nabil-egypt-emerging-acting-talent/): In an industry where many actors follow predictable paths to stardom, Basma Nabil has carved out her own unique trajectory. Born in 1994, this Egyptian actress graduated from the Faculty of Commerce at Tanta University before pursuing her true passion at the Jesuit School of Cinema. Today, she stands as one of Egypt&#8217;s most promising young talents, balancing her acting career with her entrepreneurial ventures in arts education. A Non-Traditional Start Basma&#8217;s journey into acting wasn&#8217;t immediate. After completing her commerce degree, she made the bold decision to pivot entirely, enrolling in the prestigious Jesuit Cinema School, where she honed her...
- [Gen Z in Egypt: Misunderstood, Overworked, &amp; Underrated](https://www.el-shai.com/gen-z-in-egypt-misunderstood-overworked-underrated/): Think Gen Z in Egypt is lazy? We’re juggling work, love, and family harder than ever proving we’re the most overloaded generation yet. Every generation has its stereotypes. Baby boomers were seen as conservative, millennials as entitled, and now it’s Gen Z’s turn. Ask almost anyone older, and they’ll tell you the same thing: Gen Z is glued to their phones, lazy, afraid of commitment, and obsessed with trends instead of “real life.” But the reality is very different. In Egypt and around the world, Gen Z is carrying more weight than most generations did at our age and doing it...
- [Abo Kamar: From Relatable Content to Pricey Tank Tops — Are Influencer Brands About Fashion or Fan Loyalty?](https://www.el-shai.com/abo-kamar-relatable-content-pricey-tank-tops/): When influencers launch “brands,” the question isn’t just about clothes or products, it’s about intent. Are these actual fashion ventures, or glorified merch drops dressed up as labels? The recent launch of Abo Kamar’s clothing line, You Make Me Sick, stirred the debate, showing how fragile the line is between influence and entrepreneurship. View this post on Instagram A post shared by you make me sick (@youmake.mesick) The Backlash Abo Kamar built his online persona on relatability and poking fun at elitist, pretentious behavior. View this post on Instagram A post shared by you make me sick (@youmake.mesick) But when his...
- [From Sahel Sheerer to Sahel Tayeb: How it Happens](https://www.el-shai.com/from-sahel-sheerer-to-sahel-tayeb-how-it-happens/): Back then, Sahel Tayeb was about lazy mornings, salty hair, and nights that didn’t need a DJ to feel special. If you’ve been missing that energy, it’s not gone, you just have to choose to bring it back. There was a time when summer in Sahel didn’t mean endless reservations, beach club wristbands, and calculating which friend’s table you’d squeeze into. It was quieter, slower, and somehow warmer not in temperature, but in feeling and pace. One of the easiest ways to step back into that golden era is to swap one night of music and crowds for a cozy movie...
- [What Your Uni Major Says About You!](https://www.el-shai.com/what-your-uni-major-says-about-you/): Because every uni major comes with a whole personality package, habits, inside jokes, and that one stereotype you secretly prove to be true. Business&nbsp; Finance students can calculate ROI faster than they can decide what to have for lunch. Your spreadsheet is colour-coded, and you secretly enjoy reading market trends. Marketing students think in campaigns every ad, TikTok, or cafe logo could be “inspiration.” You either dress like you’re headed to a corporate pitch or a creative brainstorming session with nothing in between. Computer Science&nbsp; You think in problem-solving mode 24/7. Your tabs are split between Stack Overflow, GitHub, and one...
- [After the Viral “Kitar begging” Video: Who’s Ali Raouf?](https://www.el-shai.com/kitar-begging-and-ali-raouf/): From street laughter to studio tracks, Ali Raouf proves he’s more than just a funny viral clip. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you must have come across the “begging with a kee-tar” video on social media. The video, although simple and somewhat silly, has brightened our day, especially amidst all the negative news we’ve been facing. Now, we want you to meet Ali Raouf, the man behind the video that has officially taken over timelines. A distributor, sound engineer, and all-around entertainer, he’s now best known as the guy who turned “begging with a guitar” into the internet’s latest...
- [Uber Passenger Reports Driver Smoking Drugs While Speeding](https://www.el-shai.com/uber-reports-driver-smoking-drugs-while-speeding/): A shocking incident in Egypt raises urgent questions about ride-hailing safety. An Uber passenger reports driver after he&nbsp;smoked drugs while speeding, nearly causing a deadly crash. The Incident A passenger reported a terrifying experience when his Uber driver lit what looked like a joint while driving at 120 km/h. The driver began losing consciousness until the passenger had to pull the key from the ignition to stop a potential disaster. According to the passenger, if he hadn’t intervened, the car could have flipped. He raised concerns about what could happen if the rider had been a family or a woman alone...
- [Ex-Wife of “Safah El Tagamoa”, Lobna Yakout, Speaks Out: “This Film Risks Destroying My Son’s Life”](https://www.el-shai.com/safah-el-tagamoa-lobna-yakout-speaks-out-this-film/): The controversy around the upcoming “Safah El Tagamoa” film just took a deeply personal turn. We&#8217;ve previously talked about why this film&#8217;s production should not be taking place, and all the problematic issues that went ahead with it. Now, Lobna Yakout, the ex-wife of the convicted killer known as “Safah El Tagamoa,” has broken her silence on TikTok with a series of emotional videos that are impossible to ignore. “No One Asked for My Consent” In a series of videos posted through her TikTok account, Lobna Yakout confirmed that not a single person from the film’s production team reached out to...
- [Air Canada Strike Causes All Flights To Be Grounded: 10,000+ Flight Attendants Strike, 130,000 Passengers Affected](https://www.el-shai.com/air-canada-strike-all-flights-to-be-grounded/): Air Canada has suspended most operations as over 10,000 flight attendants walk off the job, disrupting 130,000 passengers daily. The strike leaves worldwide travelers stranded while union talks with the airline stall. Air Canada Strike It’s the peak of the summer travel season in Canada, but thousands of travelers are suddenly stranded as Air Canada grounds most of its flights. The reason? A massive strike by more than 10,000 of the airline’s flight attendants, who officially walked off the job just after midnight on Saturday. The strike has forced the airline to suspend all operations on Air Canada and Air Canada...
- [El Gouna Film Festival announces the opening date of the accreditation for Its 8th Edition](https://www.el-shai.com/el-gouna-film-festival-accreditation-8th-edition/): El Gouna Film Festival announces the opening of accreditation applications for its 8th edition, set to take place from October 16 to 24, 2025. Applications are open to filmmakers and cinema industry professionals, journalists, photographers, radio and television correspondents, online media editors, correspondents from news agencies and both Arab and international press, public relations agents for films screening at the festival, as well as students. In addition to film screenings, accreditation grants access to a wealth of opportunities, including panel discussions, specialized workshops, masterclasses with renowned cinema experts, and networking events with local and international production and distribution companies, hosted at...
- [Threads in 2025: Comeback Story or "Dead App"?](https://www.el-shai.com/threads-in-2025-comeback-story-or-dead-app/): Meta&#8217;s Threads burst onto the scene in mid-2023, grabbing headlines for hitting 100 million sign-ups in barely five days. Just as quickly, it became the butt of &#8220;dead app&#8221; jokes as usage collapsed, with more than 80% of daily users disappearing within a month. But after two years of evolution, is Threads a comeback story or still an afterthought? The global stats tell one story, while the reality on the ground—especially in Egypt—often looks very different. Threads by the Numbers: Not as Dead as You Think Global Surge: As of August 2025, Threads boasts over 400 million monthly active users—putting it...
- [Egyptian Food Fights: Ranking The Best Koshary in Cairo For 2025](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-ranking-best-koshary-in-cairo/): Ask any Egyptian what defines our comfort food, and you’ll hear just one answer: Koshary. Cheap, filling, and loaded with flavor, this mix of rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, and tangy tomato sauce is as much a street legend as it is a lunchtime staple. But not all Koshari is created equal. Cairo’s Koshari scene is packed with family-run shops, neon-lit chains, and tiny side streets, each serving its own twist on this iconic dish. Let’s put the city’s top Koshari contenders head-to-head using a clear grading system for the best Koshary in Cairo! The Criteria for &#8220;The Best Koshary in Cairo&#8221;: Sauce...
- [No Spoiler Review: Why Darwish is 2025's Sharpest Period Thriller](https://www.el-shai.com/no-spoiler-review-darwish-2025-period-thriller/): Darwish sweeps you into 1940s Cairo with style, humour, and just enough tension to stop you from taking a proper breath. From its opening moments, it’s clear this isn’t your average period caper. Instead, it’s a cocktail of sly cons, vintage elegance, and bursts of intrigue that keep the story, and its characters in constant motion. A World of Hustles and High Stakes At its heart, Darwish follows a silver-tongued conman, Darwish (Amr Youssef), whose greatest weapon is his wit. However, his partner in crime, the daring and unpredictable Zobaida (Dina ElSherbiny), might argue otherwise. Together, they glide through high-stakes heists...
- [Alexandria Accident Highlights the Deadly Reality of Jaywalking in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/alexandria-accident-deadly-jaywalking-in-egypt/): A day at the beach for two Cairo families ended in tragedy on Alexandria’s Corniche El-Shatby when a microbus hit them as they crossed the busy coastal road. CCTV footage shows the group stepping into traffic from a non-designated area, leaving the driver with little to no chance to react in time. Two people were killed instantly, and seven others were rushed to hospital with varying degrees of injuries. How the Alexandria Accident Happened According to investigations, the two families arrived at the Corniche in two cars, waiting for local agents to arrange their summer rental apartments. The delay led them...
- [What is Hojicha?](https://www.el-shai.com/what-is-hojicha/): We’ve all seen the matcha moment. From lattes in minimalist cafes to endless TikToks showing off the perfect whisk, matcha has been the go-to green tea for the wellness crowd. But there’s another Japanese tea quietly brewing its own fanbase. Say hello to Hojicha roasted, mellow, and just the right kind of cozy. But is it really the new matcha? Let’s break it down. So, what exactly is Hojicha? Hojicha (also spelled hoo-jee-chah) is a roasted Japanese green tea that is totally different from what you might expect. It comes from the same plant as matcha &#8220;Camellia sinensis&#8221; but the way...
- [Safah El-Tagamoa: When Cinema Crosses the Line from Storytelling to Exploitation](https://www.el-shai.com/safah-el-tagamoa-storytelling-to-exploitation/): Imagine a loved one gets brutally killed, and before you’re even done grieving, you’re watching a group of mediocre filmmakers have the time of their lives shooting a film about their death. Not just that, but they’re making jokes, adding emojis to the news of hiring an “action designer” to choreograph scenes of torture, murder, and rape. The designer is thrilled about the job. He jokes on the announcement post: “Rape, cannibalism, and eating orphans’ money. It’s an honor for me, and God willing, we’ll do something that will rock the world.” Because apparently, rape is hilarious. People in the comments...
- [Dolato’s Big Glow-Up: A Fresh Look, Bold Moves &amp; That Signature Twist](https://www.el-shai.com/dolatos-big-glow-up-a-fresh-look-bold-moves-that-signature-twist/): Dolato is entering a new era — and it’s doing it in style. After five years of quietly building its name, the gelato brand is officially reintroducing itself with a sleek new identity, a bold logo, and a clear message: this is just the beginning. The rebrand brings a modern, fresh look that still holds on to Dolato’s premium feel, while making it more relevant to today’s audience. The updated logo is inspired by Dolato’s most iconic creation — the Minis — and serves as a reminder that the brand isn’t just following trends, it’s creating them. At the heart of...
- [6 Reasons Why You Should Step Out of Your Comfort Zone Every Now and Then](https://www.el-shai.com/why-you-should-step-out-of-your-comfort-zone/): Here are a few reasons that might inspire you to step out of your comfort zone. It lowers productivity and limits creativity When you keep doing the same thing, your brain gets stuck in a loop. It’s smart, yes — but it also adapts fast, and that can kill your creativity over time. It gets boring and repetitive Same routine = same thoughts. You’ll start feeling bored, lose focus, and your thinking won’t be as sharp. It builds self-confidence and personal growth Trying new things helps you grow. Every new challenge boosts your confidence and adds to your experience. It helps...
- [Why Is Everyone Starting a Business at 20 (or younger)?](https://www.el-shai.com/why-is-everyone-starting-a-business-at-20/): Spoiler: It’s not always about passion—so, why are most Gen Zs or 20-year-olds starting a business now? Sometimes it’s survival, not a dream. For a lot of young people, launching a brand or side hustle isn’t about chasing a lifelong dream—it’s about making ends meet. With economic uncertainty and limited job opportunities, especially in regions like the Middle East and North Africa, survival has replaced ambition. A business becomes the only way to stay afloat in a system that doesn’t support them. A side hustle now feels less like ambition, more like Plan B. What used to be a cute “extra...
- [When “Family Values” Become a Weapon, And The Real Issues We’re Actually Ignoring](https://www.el-shai.com/family-values-weapon-the-real-issues-ignoring/): Right now, Egypt is seeing one of the biggest crackdowns on content creators in years. Tens are being arrested, while many are facing charges like “violating family values” and “offending public decency.” TikTok itself has been given a three-month warning to clean up its content or face the possibility of being banned entirely in Egypt. The official narrative is about protecting morals, preserving “family values,” and safeguarding the “fabric of society.” But the real question is: who exactly are these values protecting, and who is paying the price? The Double Standards We Don’t Talk About If morality was truly the concern,...
- [Will You Ever Get to Do What You Love, or Will Everything Fall Apart?](https://www.el-shai.com/will-you-ever-get-to-do-what-you-love-or-will-everything-fall-apart/): It’s something a lot of us wonder, especially when we’re stuck in a job we don’t care about or juggling too much just to stay afloat. But maybe that in-between stage isn’t the end of your story.Maybe it’s the part that builds you. Here’s why this phase might matter more than you think. Have you ever had to push through a season like that?What kept you going? It teaches you patience and persistence.When you’re not in your dream role yet, but you keep showing up, you’re building something important: resilience. Looking back, was there a job you didn’t love, but later...
- [10 Hair Problems Every Girl Goes Through During Summer Heat and the Beach](https://www.el-shai.com/10-hair-problems-every-girl-goes-through-in-summer-heat-and-beach/): As the summer season kicks off, we’re spending more time swimming and soaking up the sun. It’s all fun—until the hair struggles start. From dryness to frizz and everything in between, summer can be tough on your hair. Here’s how to deal with the most common hair problems this season. 1. Frizz Explosion Humidity makes your hair puff up like crazy—especially for curly-haired girlies. To tame it, go for anti-frizz serums or lightweight oils like argan oil. Use a leave-in conditioner before heading out, and never brush dry hair. Instead, use a wide-tooth comb when it’s damp. 2. Dry, Straw-Like Hair...
- [Why Internships Matter More Than You Think](https://www.el-shai.com/why-internships-matter-more-than-you-think/): Because your degree alone won’t help you figure it all out. You don’t need to “love” your major — but you do need to try it out. Sitting in lectures and actually doing the job? Two very different things. Internships help you see if you actually want the career you’re studying for — or if it turns out you’d rather cry than do this full-time. Internships help you answer: “Do I even want this?” You’ll either discover passion or eliminate options. Both are wins. You’re not supposed to have it all figured out, but trying it out helps you start. The...
- [Wafaa Amer, Human Trafficking, and Hosny Mubarak’s Alleged Love Child: What Are We Even Doing?](https://www.el-shai.com/wafaa-amer-human-trafficking-hosny-mubarak/): Some stories make headlines. Others make you question reality. This one does both. A woman appeared on TikTok claiming she’s the secret daughter of former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak and actress Iman El-Toukhy. As if that wasn’t enough, she also accused actress Wafaa Amer of being involved in illegal organ trafficking connected to the death of footballer Ibrahim Sheka. It sounds like a badly written drama, but this isn’t fiction. It’s a real chain of events happening on Egypt’s social media right now, and it’s spiraled into something far uglier than viral gossip. Who Is Marwa Yousry and Why Is She...
- [Why Are Some Men So Pressed About the “Deadline” in Relationships?](https://www.el-shai.com/men-so-pressed-about-the-deadline-in-relationships/): If you&#8217;ve been on Facebook this past week, chances are you&#8217;ve seen posts talking about the &#8220;deadline&#8221; in relationships. What started as a casual post from someone joking that women &#8220;exposed the deadline to men&#8221; turned into a full-blown gender debate. And while many women related to it instantly, some men acted like they’d just been personally betrayed. So let’s break it down. What Even Is the ‘Deadline’? It’s not a threat. It’s not a mind game. It’s what happens when someone hits their emotional limit after giving way too many chances. A woman might spend months communicating her needs, pointing...
- [Why Is Everyone So Obsessed with Tearing Down Suzy El Ordoneya?](https://www.el-shai.com/everyone-obsessed-tearing-down-suzy-el-ordoneya/): Suzy El Ordoneya didn’t force herself onto anyone’s screens. She didn’t beg for attention or demand special treatment. She’s a 19-year-old girl who’s proud of where she comes from, doesn’t hide her accent, and doesn’t pretend to be from a different class just to get accepted. That’s what people can’t handle. The problem isn’t that she exists. The problem is that she exists loudly and confidently, and that she’s gaining more attention than the people who believe they deserve it more. She doesn’t try to impress the media. She doesn’t tone herself down to make others comfortable. And for that, they’re...
- [Don’t Panic: Worried About Land Revocations in the North Coast? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Be](https://www.el-shai.com/land-revocations-north-coast-why-you-shouldnt-be/): If you’ve bought property or are planning to invest in a North Coast development, you’ve likely seen the headlines claiming that dozens of projects are facing land withdrawal. Despite all the rumors, nothing official has been taken away from any developer. According to sources from Egypt’s New Urban Communities Authority (NUCA), a sub-committee recently submitted a recommendation to revoke 54 land parcels. These plots were flagged due to issues like delayed development or unmet contractual terms. But that recommendation isn’t final. Not even close. So what actually happened? This sub-committee&#8217;s role is to monitor progress across real estate projects. When they...
- [Hadir Abdel Razek’s Case Should Force Us to Talk About Sex Trafficking, Not Just Domestic Violence](https://www.el-shai.com/hadir-abdel-razek-sex-trafficking-domestic-violence/): A video of Egyptian blogger Hadir Abdel Razek being assaulted by her ex-husband went viral this week. The footage, captured from a hidden camera inside her home, shows him attacking her while she tries to protect herself. The public’s reaction has been louder than ever, but for all the wrong reasons. While some expressed outrage, far too many used the incident to mock Hadir. They questioned her lifestyle, speculated about her morality, and justified the violence because they did not approve of how she lived. This is not just a case of domestic violence. It is a case of how society...
- ["Catalog" on Netflix: When Grief Becomes a Mirror You’re Not Ready to Face](https://www.el-shai.com/catalog-series-on-netflix-grief-becomes-a-mirror/): There are shows you watch, and then there are shows that watch you back. Catalog isn’t just about a widowed father learning to parent—it’s about grief knocking on your door and refusing to leave. Written by Ayman Wattar and directed by Walid El Halafawi, this series hits hard because it clearly comes from a deeply personal place. It doesn’t ask you to feel; it demands it. At one point, I wanted to stop watching—not because it was bad, but because it was too real. But that’s what makes it great. Catalog doesn’t entertain as much as it exposes—and in doing so,...
- [Ahmed El Sakka Under Investigation for Allegedly Assaulting Ex-Wife Maha El Sagheer and Her Driver](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-el-sakka-assaulting-ex-wife-maha-el-sagheer/): A disturbing case of alleged domestic violence has surfaced in Egypt, as actor Ahmed El Sakka stands accused of physically and verbally assaulting his ex-wife, media personality Maha El Sagheer. Their high-profile marriage, which spanned over 20 years, has come to an explosive and contentious end, now mired in criminal investigations and public controversy. Allegations of Ambush and Assault The situation escalated dramatically when Maha El Sagheer and her driver filed a formal complaint with the Sixth of October Police Station in Giza. In her testimony, El Sagheer claimed that El Sakka lay in wait outside her residence, then followed her...
- [Tracing The Legacy Of Sayed Darwish](https://www.el-shai.com/tracing-the-legacy-of-sayed-darwish/): Sayed Darwish was an Egyptian singer-composer, known as the father of modern Egyptian popular music. He blended folk, patriotic themes, and Western harmony, significantly impacting Egypt&#8217;s music. Sayed Darwish&#8217;s Alexandria Home Is Getting Turned Into Museum! In Alexandria’s Kom El-Dikka district, where iconic composer Sayed Darwish was born, a grassroots initiative is turning the remains of his childhood home into a museum. Led by Mena Zaki and supported by the community, the project revives Egypt’s musical memory through donations, aiming to preserve Darwish’s legacy with rare items and personal belongings. The house, once filled with revolutionary melodies, will now become a...
- [Are You Being Impersonated or Having Photos Leaked? Speak Up Has Steps for You!](https://www.el-shai.com/impersonated-having-photos-leaked-speak-up/): In May alone, 17 hacked account cases and 401 photo leak cases were reported. If it happens to you, don’t panic — here’s how to take back control safely with Speak Up’s Helpline. This Is Happening — A Lot In May 2025, Speak Up handled 678 escalated cases, 17 hacked accounts, and 401 cases of private or inappropriate photo sharing this month. These are real numbers, and they show how common tech-based abuse is becoming common. Inside the cases: What the Violations looked like Most cases reported to Speak Up involved sharing of private/inappropriate content (401), followed by defamation and harassment...
- [Redefining Luxury: Ahmed Hassib on Gewan Hotels &amp; Resorts' Bold Expansion into Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-hassib-gewan-hotels-resorts-egypt/): When Ahmed Hassib decided to bring Gewan Hotels &amp; Resorts to Egypt, it wasn’t just a business decision—it was a return to his roots. With over thirty years of experience in the hospitality industry across the UAE and Egypt, Hassib is no stranger to leading bold transformations. Now, with five rebranded properties and a clear vision, Gewan is not only expanding its footprint but also reshaping the luxury experience for a new generation of travelers. We caught up with Ahmed Hassib, CEO and Co-Founder of Gewan Hotels &amp; Resorts, about the company’s recent expansion into the Egyptian market and the strategy...
- [What’s Happening Between Hossam Hassan and His Wife?](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-happening-between-hossam-hassan-and-his-wife/): In a drama that’s quickly taken over Egyptian social media, football legend and national team coach Hossam Hassan is caught up in an ongoing legal and personal feud with his wife Danna Adam. The situation involves mutual accusations, police reports, court cases, and a villa in Alexandria at the centre of it all. An Old Assault Case Comes Back The story reignited when Danna Adam was detained at Amreya Police Station in Alexandria after being questioned about an unrelated case. While processing her release, police discovered a pending one-month prison sentence from a 2023 case filed by Hossam, in which he...
- [Tracing The Legacy Of Rose ElYoussef](https://www.el-shai.com/tracing-the-legacy-of-rose-elyoussef/): An Egyptian pioneer of Arab female journalism and a patron of the Arab female press — Rose ElYoussef was not just a legend, but she stole our hearts throughout her life journey. Who is Rose ElYoussef? Fatma ElYoussef — also known as Rose ElYoussef, was born in Lebanon in 1898. Rose was an Egyptian journalist and stage-actress, widely named as the Arab world&#8217;s first woman journalist. She completed her primary education in Tripoli. After losing her mother during childbirth, she moved to Egypt with her father at the age of ten. Her father later moved to Brazil, leaving her in the...
- [PepsiCo Egypt Launches “Pepsi Stars” in Partnership with Right to Dream to Develop the Next Generation of Football Talent](https://www.el-shai.com/pepsico-egypt-pepsi-stars-right-to-dream/): PepsiCo Egypt announced the launch of “Pepsi Stars”, a groundbreaking football development program in partnership with global football academy Right to Dream and supported by the PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo. With an aggregate investment of EGP 200 million over the next three years, this bold initiative aims to identify and empower Egypt’s next generation of football talent by providing an integrated platform that combines state-of-the-art infrastructure, fully equipped training centers, elite sports coaching, academic education, and personal development. The program was announced during a press conference held to sign the partnership agreement between Karim Khadr, SVP and CEO...
- [Mena Massoud On His First Egyptian Movie "Fi Ezz El Dohr/In Broad Daylight"](https://www.el-shai.com/mena-massoud-egyptian-movie-in-broad-daylight-fi-ezz-el-dohr/): In this raw and insightful interview, Mena Massoud opens up about his first lead role in an Egyptian movie — Fi Ezz El Dohr (In Broad Daylight). From preparing for the role and filming on the streets of Cairo, to his view on Egyptian cinema, we get the full story directly from Mena!
- [WTF is Labubu and Why is Everyone Obsessed with It?](https://www.el-shai.com/wtf-is-labubu-and-why-is-everyone-obsessed-with-it/): One minute, you&#8217;re living your life peacefully. The next, you&#8217;re seeing a weird little creature with sharp teeth, creepy eyes, and troll ears clipped onto everyone’s bags, flooding TikTok feeds, and selling out across the internet. Welcome to the Labubu era. It’s chaotic. It’s oddly cute. And somehow, it’s the It-accessory of 2025. But what even is a Labubu—and why is everyone losing their minds over it? First Things First: What Is Labubu? Labubu is a character created by Hong Kong-based artist Kasing Lung. It’s part of his illustrated universe called The Monsters, which blends twisted fairy tales with offbeat fantasy....
- [Uber Driver in Cairo Slashes 16-Year-Old Boy Over Payment Dispute, Leaving Him with 64 Stitches — Family Speaks Out, Uber Responds](https://www.el-shai.com/uber-driver-in-cairo-slashes-15-year-old-boy/): In yet another shocking case that raises serious questions about safety in ride-hailing apps, a 16-year-old boy was brutally attacked by an Uber driver in Cairo over a simple change in payment method. The teenager was heading home from the New Cairo with his friends when he booked an Uber ride and initially selected cash as the payment method. Midway through the trip, he realized he didn’t have enough cash and changed the payment to credit card — a perfectly normal option in the app. But what happened next was anything but normal. According to his mother’s public statement, the driver...
- [Moon Hall Cairo Launches June 15 with Expert-Led Workshop](https://www.el-shai.com/moon-hall-cairo-launches-june-15-with-expert-led-workshop/): Following its groundbreaking announcement last September in London, New Era Education and the award-winning Moon Hall School UK are proud to announce the official launch of Moon Hall Cairo, Egypt’s first dedicated learning difficulties centre. Operations will begin June 15th, coinciding with the launch of the centre’s official website and a public educational workshop led by experts from both the UK. Located within the New Giza Educational Hub, Moon Hall Cairo is set to transform how learning difficulties are understood and supported in Egypt. The centre offers Cairo families access to internationally accredited assessments and tailored interventions backed by Moon Hall...
- [5 Must-Do Saudi Experiences to Add to Your Bucket List This Summer](https://www.el-shai.com/5-must-do-saudi-experiences-to-add-to-your-bucket-list-this-summer/): Get ready to pack your bags and your excitement, because Saudi, the Heart of Arabia, has a summer calendar sizzling with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. From vibrant coastal festivals to mountain escapes and stargazing in the desert, this is where ancient culture meets world-class entertainment. And if you’re wondering what Saudi is really like, think stunning landscapes, warm hospitality, and a spirit of discovery that pulls you right in. Here are five unforgettable events to help you #ColourYourSummer in 2025. Level Up at the Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh Summer just got a major upgrade. The Esports World Cup 2025 is landing...
- [Michael Buble in Egypt: Everything You Need to Know About His First Concert in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/michael-buble-in-egypt-first-concert-in-egypt/): International music icon Michael Buble is officially coming to Egypt—and yes, it’s kind of a big deal. The Canadian superstar, best known for his romantic hits like Haven’t Met You Yet, Feeling Good, and Home, will be performing live in Egypt for the very first time on May 26, 2025, at the Open Air Theater in the New Administrative Capital. If you’ve ever swooned to one of his songs, this concert is your chance to see the magic unfold live—and here’s why you shouldn’t miss it. Why Michael Buble in Egypt Is a Must-Attend Event 1. It&#8217;s His First Concert in...
- [Tamer Hosny Teams Up with Red Bull for the First-Ever “Jukebox” Concert in the Arab World – and You’re in Control](https://www.el-shai.com/tamer-hosny-red-bull-jukebox/): Tamer Hosny is back, but this time, he’s not just giving us a concert—he’s launching a whole new experience. In partnership with Red Bull, the superstar is bringing the first-ever Red Bull Jukebox concert to the Middle East on May 23, 2025, at Taj City in New Cairo. And this isn’t just a show you watch—it’s one you help create. What is Red Bull Jukebox? It’s a next-level concert concept where the audience plays the role of co-creator. You choose the songs. You pick the performance styles. You even influence the vibe of the night—all through pre-show online voting. Tamer will...
- [How to Get or Renew Your Egyptian National ID in Just 10 Minutes](https://www.el-shai.com/renew-your-egyptian-national-id-in-just-10-minutes/): If you’ve ever faced the hassle of standing in long lines at the civil registry, here’s some good news: Egypt’s Ministry of Interior has made it possible to apply for or renew your national ID card online — and it takes only about 10 minutes. Here’s How You Do It Just head to the official Ministry of Interior website, log in or create an account, and navigate to the “Internet Services for Citizens” section. From there, select “National ID Card” and choose the type of request you want — whether it’s a new card, renewal, lost card replacement, or updating your...
- [7 Must-Watch Egyptian Horror Movies](https://www.el-shai.com/7-must-watch-egyptian-horror-movies/): Thirsty for some spookiness? We scoured the internet to bring you the most horrific Egyptian horror movies ever. El Feel El Azra2 2 The story continues five years after the first installment, following Dr. Yahya, who marries Lubna. He is drawn back into the critical cases department, facing manipulation that threatens his family. To solve the mysteries, Yahya uses the blue elephant pills. Al Ta3weeza A family residing in an old house encounters supernatural events: spontaneous fires and blood in the bathroom, escalating the eerie atmosphere. A7lam 7a2e2eya Maryam dreams of crimes that manifest in reality, placing her under suspicion. Her...
- [The Streets of Tripoli Turn into War Zones: What’s Really Happening in Libya Right Now](https://www.el-shai.com/tripoli-war-zones-whats-happening-in-libya/): Libya is in crisis once again. The capital, Tripoli, is seeing some of the worst violence in years. What were once busy streets are now battlegrounds, with residents trapped indoors and militias openly fighting over power and territory. What Triggered the Clashes? It all began with the assassination of Abdel Ghani al-Kikli, known locally as Gheniwa, the head of the Stability Support Apparatus. His death set off a chain reaction of revenge attacks and violent clashes that quickly spread through several neighborhoods in Tripoli. Daily Life Comes to a Halt In just a few days, Tripoli has been rocked by gunfire,...
- [Domty’s Fresh New Look and Bread Range Are Here—And You’ll Definitely Want a Slice!](https://www.el-shai.com/domtys-fresh-new-look-and-bread-range/): Big news: Domty, Egypt’s leading dairy and bakery brand, is changing the game once again. With a range of exciting new bread products now on shelves—including Egypt’s first High Protein Toast and Brioche Toast with Chocolate Chips—Domty is raising the bar for what your daily bread can be.&nbsp; Whether you’re packing a school lunchbox, reaching for a post-workout snack, or upgrading your breakfast routine, Domty’s fresh creations are here to fit your lifestyle. And in case you missed it, Domty has also unveiled a sleek new rebrand—modern, clean, and reflecting their ongoing commitment to quality and innovation. Introducing: Domty’s All-New Bread...
- [After Attending Zamna Music Festival, Colombian Girl, 24, Tragically Dies](https://www.el-shai.com/zamna-music-festival-egypt-colombian-girl-24-dies/): Latorre had travelled to Zamna Music Festival to celebrate her birthday with friend Estefanía Bedoya. Angy Giraldo, a close friend, revealed on TikTok that Latorre had met a womena named Jessi Moreno and two men referred to as &#8220;the doctor&#8221; and &#8220;the Serb&#8221; during the festival. Latorre Met Two Unknown Men at Zamna Music Festival On April 27, she sent alarming messages to a friend in Barcelona, stating, &#8220;They want to do something to us, they want to kidnap us,&#8221; and shared her real-time location. Latorre was found horrifically injured in a coma days after crossing paths with the two men,...
- [Marwan Moussa’s New Album Explores 5 Stages of Grief – Is It Forgettable?](https://www.el-shai.com/marwan-moussas-new-album-explores-5-stages-of-grief-is-it-forgettable/): Marwan Moussa promised us for almost a year that he will be exploring the five stages of grief – and he delivered. Meet Al Ragol Alazy Faqad Qalboh, the longest album in Egyptian rap’s history. Overview of Marwan Moussa&#8217;s Album The melancholy and depressed nature of the album is heartbreaking. It’s so sad to the point that it might be hard to listen to if you’re an owner of a frayed heart. But we took a deep breath, braced ourselves for the tempest that is about to ensue, and pushed play on Marwan Moussa&#8217;s newest venture. The album is divided into...
- [What Is Going On with the Fake Petrol in Egypt? Here's What We Know](https://www.el-shai.com/petrol-in-egypt-heres-what-we-know/): What started as a few scattered complaints has now grown into a national headache. Egyptian drivers are fed up, confused, and rightfully angry because something is clearly wrong with the petrol. Over the past few days, car owners across the country have been reporting serious problems after filling up their tanks. Engines misfiring, fuel pumps failing, and mechanics confirming the worst: the petrol itself may be to blame. Fake Fuel? Damaged Cars and Real Consequences Social media was the first to explode with posts from frustrated drivers. Many said they had to replace fuel pumps or deal with sudden breakdowns after...
- [The Death of Rawan Nasser: What Really Happened at Zagazig University?](https://www.el-shai.com/death-rawan-nasser-zagazig-university/): On Sunday, May 4, 2025, 22-year-old Rawan Nasser, a senior student at the Faculty of Science at Zagazig University, died after falling from the fourth floor of her faculty building. The incident happened during regular class hours and left both students and faculty in shock. It also raised urgent questions about how something so devastating could happen on campus without warning. A Fall in Broad Daylight Rawan was found with critical injuries in the faculty courtyard. She was taken to Zagazig University Hospital, where doctors confirmed her death. The Public Prosecution was notified immediately and launched a full investigation, including a...
- [A Girl Was Found Brutalized in the Street, Then Social Media Exploited Her All Over Again](https://www.el-shai.com/a-girl-brutalized-street-social-media-exploited/): On an ordinary afternoon in Mohandessin, a teenage girl was found stumbling through Lebanon Square; bloody, shaking, her clothes torn, and her body covered in bruises. She had been violently assaulted, and her trauma was painfully visible. This wasn’t just another case of gender-based violence. This was a deeply uncomfortable example of how a girl can be failed not once, but over and over again. What Happened According to the girl’s own account she was attacked by four people she knew personally. They beat her, tore her clothes, and left her in the street. Residents in the area saw her wandering...
- [After Her Release, Who Is Roro El-Balad and Why Was She Arrested in the First Place](https://www.el-shai.com/who-is-roro-el-balad-arrested/): After days of trending headlines and growing public debate, TikTok content creator Roro El-Balad has been released from custody. But the controversy surrounding her case continues to spark questions—who is she, what exactly led to her arrest, and why has her content become a legal and social flashpoint? Who Is Roro El-Balad Roro El-Balad, widely known by her TikTok followers for her bold and often provocative dance videos, is a content creator who built a large digital presence in a short time. Her clips, which featured expressive dance routines and suggestive body language, quickly gained her viral fame across platforms like...
- [What’s the Story Behind the Leaked Call Between Gamal Abdel Nasser and Gaddafi?](https://www.el-shai.com/leaked-call-between-gamal-abdel-nasser-and-gaddafi/): In recent days, a recording has circulated online claiming to capture a phone call between Egypt’s late President Gamal Abdel Nasser and Libya’s former leader Muammar Gaddafi. The audio suggests that the two leaders discussed avoiding war despite escalating tensions. Amid growing curiosity and controversy, experts and historians have stepped in to debunk the authenticity of the recording, labeling it as fabricated and politically motivated. Timeline Issues Raise Immediate Doubts One of the clearest indicators of the audio’s falseness lies in the historical timeline. Gaddafi only seized power in Libya after a military coup in September 1969. Abdel Nasser died just...
- [Seeking Justice for Yassin: 80-Year-Old at Center of Assault Allegations in Beheira School](https://www.el-shai.com/seeking-justice-for-yassin-beheira-school/): A deeply disturbing case has come to light involving a six-year-old student at El Karma School in Damanhour, Beheira. The child, Yassin, has accused an 80-year-old man affiliated with the school’s financial oversight of sexually and physically assaulting him over the course of a year. The man, according to school statements, was not a formal staff member but a financial supervisor appointed by the Beheira Matraniya, which owns the school. What Yassin Says Happened According to Yassin’s testimony, the abuse was systematic and carefully hidden. He explained that he was regularly removed from his classroom by a nanny working at the...
- [Salma Mashhour Removed from English Football Club Dagenham &amp; Redbridge FC After Pro-Palestine Posts — Here’s What Happened](https://www.el-shai.com/salma-mashhour-english-football-club-dagenham-redbridge-fc-pro-palestine/): Just 72 hours after being appointed Director of Development &amp; Engagement at English football club Dagenham &amp; Redbridge FC, Egyptian content creator Salma Mashhour was suddenly removed from her position — with no reason given in the official statement. But when you look at the online backlash she faced for her past pro-Palestine posts, and the pressure from a known pro-Israel commentator, the message becomes painfully clear: this wasn’t about her role — it was about her voice. Yes, she was appointed. Then targeted. Then dropped. Here’s the full story — and why it matters. Who Are the People Involved? Salma...
- [What’s Happening with Belban? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the Sudden Shutdown](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-happening-with-belban-shutdown/):  If you&#8217;ve been wondering why your favorite dessert spot suddenly vanished overnight, you&#8217;re not alone. Belban — the wildly popular Egyptian dessert chain known for its viral menu names and fast regional expansion — just announced a full shutdown of its operations in Egypt. Yes, all 110 branches. All factories. All operations. 25,000 employees. Done. The company has announced a full halt to all activity inside Egypt, claiming it’s facing an unprecedented crisis with no clear explanation. And the fallout isn’t just local — Belban’s operations across nine Arab countries are now at risk. So what went wrong? And why is...
- [Hundreds of Egyptians Denied Entry at Saudi Airports Despite Having Valid Visas — Here's What Actually Happened](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptians-denied-entry-saudi-airports-valid-visas/): Over the past few days, hundreds of Egyptian travelers heading to Saudi Arabia — many of whom were planning to perform Umrah — were unexpectedly turned away at Jeddah Airport, despite holding what they believed to be valid visas. The scenes were heartbreaking: families stranded, elderly passengers left in limbo, and many with no idea how they&#8217;d return or what just happened. So what went wrong? The Fine Print No One Read (Because No One Shared It) The short answer is: Saudi Arabia quietly changed its visa policy ahead of the 2025 Hajj season. As of April 13, 2025, entry into...
- [We Tried Google’s New AI Video Tool Veo 2 and Here’s What We Think](https://www.el-shai.com/google-new-ai-video-tool-veo-2/): Google just launched Veo 2, their next-level AI video model, for users in the MENA region—and yes, we jumped on it the moment we got early access. Naturally, our first experiment? A classic Egyptian man drinking his tea, because we are El-Shai, after all. If we’re testing Google’s latest AI video tool, it only makes sense we start with something that literally has our name written all over it. So, What’s Veo 2? It’s Google’s most advanced video AI to date, now integrated into their Gemini platform. Think of it as ChatGPT’s video-savvy cousin. Veo 2 turns text prompts into short,...
- [Dutch Tourist Detained in Egypt for Assaulting Man After Witnessing Animal Abuse Near Pyramids](https://www.el-shai.com/dutch-tourist-detained-in-egypt-animal-abuse/): The Egyptian authorities have detained a Dutch tourist after she assaulted a young man with a wooden stick near the Pyramids of Giza. The incident, which was caught on camera and widely circulated online, has reignited debate — not just about tourist behavior, but about Egypt’s ongoing failure to enforce animal protection laws. According to official reports, the tourist intervened after witnessing the man allegedly beating a donkey with a whip in the Nazlet El-Semman area. Her friend filmed the altercation, and the video quickly spread across social media. Following the video&#8217;s circulation, both parties were summoned to the Al-Ahram Police...
- [Chaos at the Pyramids: Everything You Need to Know About the New System’s Troubled Opening](https://www.el-shai.com/chaos-at-the-pyramids-new-systems-troubled-opening/): The launch of the new visitor system at the Giza Pyramids, designed to modernize and improve the tourist experience, quickly turned chaotic. What was expected to be a smooth, upgraded operation turned into a day filled with transportation problems, clashes, and heated debates about the future of the historic site. Here’s everything that happened. A New System, a New Entrance On April 8, 2025, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities officially began the trial operation of a new service development project at the Pyramids Plateau.The project, managed by Orascom Pyramids for Recreational Services, a company affiliated with businessman Naguib Sawiris, aimed...
- [The Bloody El-Helw Circus Legacy: A History of Animal Abuse and Negligence](https://www.el-shai.com/el-helw-circus-history-animal-abuse-negligence/): For decades, the El-Helw family symbolized Egypt’s circus royalty — dazzling audiences with lions, tigers, and high-risk performances. But behind the spotlights and standing ovations lies a long and bloody record of negligence, human tragedy, and animal suffering. The truth about the El-Helw Circus legacy demands exposure! A Documented History of Negligence The list of incidents tied to the El-Helw family is long and disturbing: Beyond circuses, Egypt saw similar negligence at Fayoum Zoo when a worker was killed by a lion while feeding it — showing a country-wide failure to regulate how wild animals are handled. Recent Proof of Abuse...
- [Trump Announces Sweeping Import Tariffs: How Will Egypt Be Affected?](https://www.el-shai.com/trump-import-tariffs-egypt-affected/): In a bold move that could reshape the global trade landscape, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a sweeping 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries, alongside significantly higher tariff rates on nations with trade surpluses with the U.S. This decision threatens to escalate global trade tensions and could have far-reaching economic implications. During his speech at the White House, Trump showcased a chart detailing the new import tax rates: 34% on goods from China, 20% on the European Union, 25% on South Korea, 24% on Japan, and 32% on Taiwan. He framed the move as a response to...
- [Circus Worker Loses Arm After Feline Attack at Circus in Tanta Performance](https://www.el-shai.com/worker-loses-arm-tiger-attack-circus-in-tanta/): A shocking incident at a circus in Tanta left a worker severely injured after being attacked by a wild feline during a live performance. The brutal mauling resulted in the worker’s arm being amputated due to the extensive damage. While the reports are conflicting, with some claiming the attack was by a tiger and others stating it was a lion, the fact remains that the attack was both terrifying and life-altering for the circus worker. The exact identity of the animal involved remains unclear, but it was undoubtedly a dangerous feline that caused the horrific injuries. While the incident caused panic...
- [The Studio Ghibli AI-Generated Art Trend: The Overlooked Ethical Dilemma](https://www.el-shai.com/the-studio-ghibli-ai-generated-art-trend/): If you’ve been scrolling through social media recently, you’ve probably noticed a flood of pictures that seem as if they’ve come out of a Ghibli movie. For a minute, I thought that Studio Ghibli had announced a new film or something. But that was not the case. Turns out, they were all AI-generated pictures inspired by Studio Ghibli’s drawing style. But how did this trend start, and why is everyone hopping on it? It all started when OpenAI launched its new image generator, powered by GPT-4o. Within hours, thousands of users were trying out the new feature with different prompts, curious...
- [ADIB-Egypt Wraps Up Ramadan by Supporting Four Breadwinning Women](https://www.el-shai.com/adib-egypt-wraps-up-ramadan-by-supporting-four-breadwinning-women/): As Ramadan comes to an end, the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank &#8211; Egypt (ADIB-Egypt) Charity Foundation is closing the holy month on a high note by adopting four Egyptian women facing tough life challenges. This initiative is part of ADIB-Egypt’s &#8220;You Are the Heart of the Story&#8221; campaign, dedicated to empowering women and recognizing their invaluable role in society. From &#8220;Street Presenter&#8221; to Life-Changing Support The four women who are now receiving direct support were previously featured on &#8220;Street Presenter,&#8221; a show hosted by Ahmed Refaat. The campaign collaborated with the program to shed light on women struggling against the odds....
- [Mounjaro in Egypt and the Ethical Disaster of Weight Loss Injections: When Brands and Media Compromise Integrity](https://www.el-shai.com/the-ethics-disaster-of-weight-loss-injections/): The weight loss industry has long been plagued by quick-fix solutions, but things have taken a dangerous turn. Pharmaceutical companies are now marketing diabetes injections as a weight loss solution, despite the serious health risks and the ongoing shortage of diabetes medication. One of the most concerning examples? Eva Pharma’s push for Mounjaro, a diabetes injection that was suddenly rebranded as a weight loss miracle—despite originally being promoted for diabetic patients. From Diabetes Treatment to Weight Loss Hype: Eva Pharma’s Contradiction In December 2024, Eva Pharma announced its plans to develop insulin products to help diabetic patients, stating their goal was...
- [Career Skills That Will Actually Matter in the Future](https://www.el-shai.com/career-skills-that-will-actually-matter/): The job market is changing at lightning speed, and the skills you thought were impressive five years ago might be irrelevant by next year. But don’t panic—we’ve rounded up the most essential, practical, and genuinely useful skills that&#8217;ll stay relevant, regardless of how quickly industries shift. Here’s your straightforward guide to the specific career skills you&#8217;ll actually need to thrive in the future job market. 1. Basic Graphic Design &amp; Visual Communication No matter your industry, being able to visually present your ideas clearly is a must-have skill. Specific skills: Why it matters:From marketers and project managers to teachers and salespeople,...
- [The Hidden Calories in Your Favorite Eid Treats And How to Balance Them](https://www.el-shai.com/hidden-calories-eid-treats/): Eid is all fun and games until you realize you’ve spent the past three days on a sugar-fueled feast. The aftermath? Feeling sluggish, bloated, and slightly regretful. But don’t worry, you don’t have to swear off desserts forever—here’s how to enjoy your favorite eid treats while keeping things balanced. The Calorie Count: How Much Are You Really Eating in Those Eid Treats? Kahk – 200-250 Calories per Piece Loaded with ghee, flour, and powdered sugar, it’s small but deceivingly high in calories. Stuffed versions can push the number even higher. How to Balance It: Stick to one or two pieces instead...
- [Post-Eid Food Detox: How to Recover After Days of Overeating](https://www.el-shai.com/post-eid-food-detox-how-to-recover-after-days-of-overeating/): Eid is all fun and games until your body starts begging for mercy after three days of nonstop kahk, fattah, and everything fried. One minute you&#8217;re enjoying a feast, the next you&#8217;re lying on the couch, regretting every bite. If your stomach is confused, your energy is low, and your clothes suddenly feel a little tighter, don’t worry—it’s normal. Here’s how to reset and feel human again after the post-Eid food coma with the best Food Detox. 1. Hydrate Like Your Life Depends on It After all the heavy meals, sugar, and salt overload, your body is probably screaming for water....
- [The Emotional Stages of Getting Back to Work After the Eid Break](https://www.el-shai.com/emotional-stages-getting-back-to-work-eid-break/): Eid break felt like a fever dream—one minute you&#8217;re stuffing your face with kahk, the next you&#8217;re being dragged back to reality with a calendar full of unread emails. If you’re struggling to get back into work mode, you’re not alone. Here’s a breakdown of the emotional rollercoaster that is returning to work after Eid. Stage 1: Denial – &#8220;There’s No Way It’s Over Already&#8221; The night before work, you&#8217;re staring at your phone, trying to convince yourself that Eid was just yesterday and somehow, magically, the break will be extended. Maybe there’s a last-minute public holiday no one told you...
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- [Eid Is Here… Now What? How to Reset After Ramadan Without Feeling Lost](https://www.el-shai.com/eid-how-to-reset-after-ramadan/): Eid is supposed to be a time of joy, celebration, and, let’s be honest, a lot of food. But once the excitement settles, many people find themselves feeling… off. The structured routine of Ramadan is gone, sleep schedules are a mess, and some even experience a spiritual or emotional slump. If you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or unsure how to get back on track after a month of fasting and reflection, you’re not alone. Here’s how to ease into the post-Ramadan phase without burning out. 1. Enjoy Eid—Without Overdoing It After a month of fasting, the temptation to go all out on...
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- [Egyptian Cemetery Worker Digs Up Dead Woman’s Grave, Rapes Her, Then Burns Graves—Gets Only 15 Years](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-cemetery-worker-dead-womans-grave-rapes/): In a case that defies logic, humanity, and basic decency, an Egyptian court sentenced a cemetery worker to just 15 years in prison for a crime so horrific it’s hard to comprehend: he dug up a woman’s grave, raped her dead body, and then set the cemetery on fire. Yes, you read that right. Even in death, women are not safe. The Crime: Desecration Beyond Words The convicted man, identified as Mostafa Mahmoud, was a cemetery worker (turbay) in Helwan. According to court records, he deliberately targeted a recently buried woman who had died from COVID-19, dug up her grave, and...
- [Egyptian Lynx Attacks Israeli Military Base, Injures Soldiers in Rare Incident](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-lynx-attacks-israeli-military-base-injures-soldiers-in-rare-incident/): An Egyptian lynx just pulled off what sounds like the plot of a bizarre action movie—it infiltrated an ‘Israeli’ military base near the Egypt-‘Israel’ border in the Mount Harif area and attacked several soldiers, leaving them injured. According to ‘Israeli’ media, the wildcat somehow found its way into a heavily guarded area and went straight for the attack. How it got there? No one knows. But one thing’s for sure—it didn’t go unnoticed. Egyptian Lynx Attack on ‘Israeli’ Soldiers: What Happened? Reports from Yedioth Ahronoth state that multiple soldiers suffered injuries from the lynx before wildlife authorities stepped in. A Nature...
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- [Review: Nos El Shaab Esmo Mohamed – A Chaotic, Entertaining Mess with a Side of Unnecessary Controversy](https://www.el-shai.com/review-nos-el-shaab-esmo-mohamed/): Ramadan 2025 has delivered yet another social comedy-drama, Nos El Shaab Esmo Mohamed, airing on MBC Masr and available for streaming on Shahid. With a blend of humor, relationship entanglements, and over-the-top drama, the show is already making waves—but not just because of its content. The title itself sparked a bizarre controversy, and if anything, the outrage is more ridiculous than some of the show&#8217;s most chaotic plot twists. The Name Controversy: A Whole Lot of Noise Over Nothing Before we even get into the actual show, let’s address the elephant in the room: the outrage over the title. Some people...
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- [Young Siberian Artist Elena Tengri Creates Monumental Ice Sculpture in Egyptian Desert to Highlight Climate Crisis](https://www.el-shai.com/elena-tengri-art-sculpture-desert-egypt/): “Ashes of the Cold” Environmental Art Project Transforms Ancient Yakutian...
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- [Mazen AlMotagawel on Directing the Opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum](https://www.el-shai.com/mazen-almotagawel-director-grand-egyptian-musuem/): Mazen AlMotagawel, director of the Grand Egyptian Museum’s grand opening,...
- [How the ‘Group 7’ Trend Became TikTok’s Smartest Marketing Move Yet](https://www.el-shai.com/how-group-7-trend-is-tiktoks-best-marketing-move/): Going on TikTok and posting a simple text saying, If...
- [Escā’s Sudden Shutdown Exposes Egypt’s Ongoing Discrimination Against Hijabis](https://www.el-shai.com/esca-discrimination-hijabis/): When Escā Hospitality suddenly announced that all its branches were...
- [Mohamed Attia: Everything to Know About the Grand Egyptian Museum’s Brilliant Production Designer](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-attia-grand-egyptian-museum/): We all witnessed the breathtaking visuals and flawless organization at...
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- [The Legendary Journey of Ramses II: Egypt’s Most Complex Relocation](https://www.el-shai.com/the-legendary-journey-of-ramses-ii/): In 2006, Egypt pulled off one of the most extraordinary...
- [Traffic Diversions Announced Ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum Opening](https://www.el-shai.com/traffic-diversions-for-grand-egyptian-museum/): Ahead of the Grand Egyptian Museum’s grand opening on November...
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- [Suzy El Ordonya Sentenced to One Year in Prison and EGP 100,000 Fine for “Indecent” Videos](https://www.el-shai.com/suzy-el-ordonya-sentenced-to-one-year-in-prison-and-egp-100000-fine-for-indecent-videos/): Cairo’s Economic Court has sentenced Suzy El Ordonya to one...
- [Mohamed Abdelaty Reveals Details About His YouTube Earnings and Content Process Ahead of Trial](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-abdelaty-youtube-earnings/): New interrogation details have shed light on how Egyptian content...
- [Haunted Places in Egypt: 13 Locations That Will Give You Chills](https://www.el-shai.com/haunted-places-in-egypt/): As Halloween approaches, we’re not headed to Transylvania or Salem....
- [Before the Spotlight with Entesar: A Veteran’s Poise, Warmth, and Sharp Humor Behind the Scenes of Al Sada Al Afadel](https://www.el-shai.com/before-the-spotlight-with-entesar/): During our coverage of the El Gouna Film Festival, we...
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- [L'Oréal Egypt Celebrates 10 Years of the Skin &amp; Hair Summit, Cementing Its Amazing Leadership in Dermatological Science and Innovation](https://www.el-shai.com/loreal-egypt-celebrates-10-years-of-summit/): L’Oréal Egypt marks a decade of scientific excellence with the...
- [The Egyptian Guide to Networking Without Feeling Like a Sell-Out](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-guide-networking/): Networking. Just hearing the word might make you cringe a...
- [Inside the World Premiere of “For Those Left Behind” in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/inside-the-world-premiere-of-for-those-left-behind-in-egypt/): What happens when music becomes a bridge between two worlds?...
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- [Pamper Yourself Like a Pro: Because You Deserve It (Even on a Budget)](https://www.el-shai.com/pamper-yourself-like-a-pro-on-a-budget/): Life in Egypt is stressful. Traffic chaos, work pressure, and...
- [How to Stay Friends When You’re at Different Life Stages](https://www.el-shai.com/stay-friends-at-different-life-stages/): Friendships are amazing—until everyone&#8217;s suddenly doing wildly different things. One...
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- [Hepta 2 Review (No Spoilers): When AI Tries to Understand Love — and Almost Does](https://www.el-shai.com/hepta-2-review-no-spoilers/): Hepta 2 brings together a pretty hot lineup: Adam (Karim...
- [731 Days of Horror: Palestine’s Endless Struggle Since October 7, 2023](https://www.el-shai.com/palestines-endless-struggle-since-october-7-2023/): Since October 7, Gaza has remained shattered: over 60,000 Palestinians...
- [How Colonial Fantasies Turned Ghawazi Dancers into a Scandal: The True Story Behind Egypt’s Ghawazi Women](https://www.el-shai.com/colonial-fantasies-turned-egypts-ghawazi-dancers/): When European travelers arrived in Egypt during the 18th and...
- [Journalist Accuses Laila Eloui of Assault — But the Real Story Is What Happens at Film Festivals](https://www.el-shai.com/journalist-accuses-laila-eloui-of-assault/): Egypt’s Public Prosecution has launched an investigation in case no....
- [Consumer Culture: Modern Life’s Copy-Paste Routine](https://www.el-shai.com/consumer-culture-modern-lifes-copy-paste-routine/): Nowadays, take a stroll down the street. You’ll notice most...
- [Belly Dancing’s Ancient Egypt Roots: What’s Fact and What’s Myth](https://www.el-shai.com/belly-dancings-ancient-egypt-roots-fact-myth/): When Dina announced her academy, the outrage said more about...
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- [Dina’s Belly Dancing Academy Isn’t the Scandal. The Scandal Is How We Treat Egyptian Heritage](https://www.el-shai.com/dina-belly-dancing-academy-scandal-egyptian-heritage/): When Dina, one of Egypt’s most famous belly dancers, announced...
- [How to Spot a Toxic or Fake-Productive Co-worker](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-spot-a-toxic-or-fake-productive-co-worker/): Every workplace has that one person who looks incredibly busy...
- [TikTok’s 2025 Change Makers: Voices of Real Impact in MENA](https://www.el-shai.com/tiktoks-changing-voices-of-real-impact-in-mena/): TikTok is no longer about viral dances. It is now...
- [How “Ma Tarah Laysa Kama Yabdo” Turned Rape into a Spectacle and Why Victims Deserve Better](https://www.el-shai.com/how-ma-tarah-laysa-kama-yabdo-rape/): Content Warning: rape, victim-blaming, and spoilers if you care. In...
- [From Cairo to Harvard: AYDA Awards Egypt 2025 Will Crown Egypt’s Top Designer](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-harvard-ayda-awards-egypt-2025-top-designer/): The Greek Campus in Downtown Cairo is about to become...
- [Protest Breaks Out at Cinema Zawya After Director Demands Screening, But Is This Even How Cinema Works?](https://www.el-shai.com/protest-cinema-zawya-mariams-choice-mahmoud-yehia/): A confrontation at Cairo&#8217;s Cinema Zawya between filmmaker Mahmoud Yehia...
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- [Egypt VS Argentina: Our wishful thinking tells us we might have a chance against Argentina, and here’s why](https://www.el-shai.com/our-wishful-thinking-on-egypt-vs-argentina/): With the Round of 16 match between reigning world champions, Egypt VS Argentina looming over the horizon. It’s very apparent that an Egyptian victory would be a massive upset. But it’s actually a lot closer than what you may believe, and here’s why. Table of Contents Toggle March 26, 2008:19th June, 2009:World Cup history is on our side:We Have our very own alien:So, convinced yet? Because we are March 26, 2008: The one and only senior-level meeting between the two countries was a friendly in Cairo. A game the Argentinians won 2-0. With goals from the legendary “Kun” Agüero, and Nicolás...
- [What Is The "Viking Row"? The Viral Celebration Taking Over The 2026 World Cup, Explained](https://www.el-shai.com/what-is-the-viking-row-norwegian-matches-world-cup/): Norway is making serious noise at the World Cup, and they brought a viral obsession with them called the “Viking Row.” If you were watching the match last night, or any Norwegian match, and found yourself wondering why thousands of fully grown Norwegians suddenly sat on the stadium floor to paddle an imaginary boat after the final whistle, you are definitely not alone. Forget the standard pitch-sliding or mundane corner-flag boxing. The Norwegians have successfully turned entire stadiums into massive, synchronized human longships, and the internet is completely obsessed. But What Actually Is The Viking Row? The routine is as simple...
- [The Dehumanizing Search for a Punchline: Why Mohamed Hany Deserved Better](https://www.el-shai.com/why-mohamed-hany-deserved-better/): Egypt is heading to the Round of 16 after a historic victory over Australia. Yet somehow, one of the biggest talking points after the final whistle wasn&#8217;t the resilience that carried the Pharaohs through 120+ exhausting minutes—it was Mohamed Hany. Within minutes, social media had reduced him to a statistic. Memes spread rapidly. His own goal was replayed over and over. Even in the post-match press conference, the jokes continued. But somewhere between the memes and the mockery, another story disappeared. The story of a player who spent much of the match putting his body on the line for his country....
- [Where do you watch Egypt taking over on Australia? At the Australian Embassy, Of Course.](https://www.el-shai.com/where-do-you-watch-egypt-taking-over-on-australia/): Where do you watch Egypt taking over on Australia? At the Australian Embassy, Of Course. When Egypt was drawn against Australia, the excitement extended far beyond the pitch. For the Australian Embassy in Cairo, the fixture presented a rare opportunity to bring people together through a shared love of the game. Instead of waiting for someone else to create the moment, they decided to make it happen themselves. When Egypt was drawn against Australia, it immediately felt like a moment we had to celebrate together. With so many Egyptian friends and Australians here, bringing everyone together to watch the match was...
- [The Graduation-to-Workplace Gap: Decoding Egypt’s Gender Employment Mismatch](https://www.el-shai.com/decoding-egypts-gender-employment-mismatch/): Decoding Egypt’s Gender Employment Mismatch: Insights from over five million BasharSoft job applications submitted between January and December last year, primarily via WUZZUF, offer policymakers an unprecedented opportunity to address female underrepresentation in Egypt’s workforce. Female underrepresentation is still a stubborn issue, even as this new data sheds light on what’s holding women back. Drawing from millions of real job applications, the numbers reveal the main forces shaping women’s career journeys in Egypt and highlight the continuing obstacles to achieving real equity at work. Women Graduate More, But Workforce Participation Continues Lower Than That of Men Women account for 53% of...
- [Cairene Chronicles #2: How an Egyptian man faked being a UN Ambassador and got arrested in 2021](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-man-faked-un-ambassador-2021/): For six years, Egypt watched as a man faked being a UN Ambassador with a regular diploma and a talent for fraud managed to convince people, including foreigners and international circles. His scheme became so complicated that it eventually drew attention from both the United Nations and Egyptian state security, leading to a downfall that felt almost unreal. The United Nations’ Warning The first major cracks appeared on 15 April 2021, when the United Nations Resident Coordinator Office in Egypt issued an official press statement. This person had been making waves across social media platforms, particularly within exclusive audio spaces like...
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- [Egypt Increases Pensions by 15% Starting July 1st](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-increases-pensions-by-15-starting-july-1st/): Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has officially issued a decree increasing pensions by 15% starting July 1. This measure applies to pensions under the Social Insurance and Pensions Law, as well as exceptional and partial disability benefits. Created to improve the living standards of elderly citizens and vulnerable groups, the decision arrives at a key time. According to economic experts, this increase is intended to strengthen Egypt&#8217;s social safety nets and provide much-needed economic security to help families cope with current economic fluctuations and rising living costs.
- [The EFZ Fiasco: Do We Know How to Handle Nice Things?](https://www.el-shai.com/efz-fiasco-do-we-know-how-to-handle-nice-things/): Officially, the reason is technical. EFZ Organizers said sunlight during the match could affect visibility on the giant screen and compromise the viewing experience. Maybe that&#8217;s true. Maybe it isn&#8217;t. Let’s be honest with ourselves for a second. We cannot have nice things. It is a harsh truth, but the aftermath of the Egypt vs. New Zealand World Cup match proved it yet again. What was supposed to be a free, premier community experience at the Egyptian Fan Zone (EFZ) in the New Administrative Capital turned into absolute chaos. Instead of celebrating a historic football match, the venue was completely trashed....
- [The Vanishing Crane Of Tahrir Square And The Paperwork Heist In The 80s’](https://www.el-shai.com/the-vanishing-crane-of-tahrir-square/): In Egypt in the 80s, criminal creativity operated on an entirely different scale, the vanishing crane of tahrir square. Forget about slipping a diamond ring into a pocket. The local folklore prefers the boldness of walking away with heavy construction equipment. Specifically, giant cranes. Egypt in the 1980s was struggling with rapid urban development, economic pressures, and a complex bureaucracy, creating conditions in which corruption sometimes prospered in plain sight. For decades, the country has been consumed by tales of disappearing machinery, leading to a mix of urban legends and international mysteries that still puzzle the public today. The Ghost ‘Winch’...
- [What the Deaths of Two Bikers Reveal About Egypt’s Motorcycle Culture](https://www.el-shai.com/deaths-bikers-egypt-motorcycle-culture/): The deaths of two well-known bikers this week have sparked an outpouring of grief across Egypt’s biking community. Friends, fellow riders, and followers have shared memories, tributes, and condolences. The loss of two young men is undeniably tragic, and our thoughts remain with their families and loved ones. Yet before the grief even sets in, another conversation has emerged: who was at fault? Without even questioning the events, the car’s driver was quickly blamed. Endless analyses of lane changes, turn signals, and reaction times followed. Everyone seemed determined to identify a villain. But by focusing so heavily on assigning blame, many...
- [Not To Get Your Hopes Up, But: Egypt Dominated Belgium 3 Of The 4 Times They Played Against Each Other Before](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-dominated-belgium-3-of-4-times-before/): Egypt’s world cup campaign kicks off in a few hours against a difficult Belgian side. What you may not know though, is that Egypt dominated Belgium historically. Coincidence? We think not. Let’s go back through the years and relive each match. The First Meeting: 30th March, 1999 The stage was Stade Maurice Dufrasne in Liège, Belgium. The stage was set for the Gohary generation to test their strength against a very good Belgium team at the time. A team featuring Marc Wilmots and Lorenzo Staelens. However, they struggled to break down Gohary’s defensive structure. Egypt&#8217;s line-up had some legendary names like...
- [Chronology in Concrete: The need-to-know explanations behind 5 of Cairo and Giza’s Date-Named streets and bridges](https://www.el-shai.com/chronology-in-concrete/): Have you ever just thought about how many of Cairo and Giza&#8217;s most important roads, bridges, and axes are named after dates, literal chronology in concrete? From July 26 and October 6 to May 15 and June 30, these names are more than labels—they are markers of national memory, milestones, and turning points in modern Egyptian history. 26th of July Corridor / El-Mehwar &amp; 26th of July Street Giza / Downtown Cairo / Zamalek Named after July 26, 1952, the date of the Egyptian Revolution and the formal end of the monarchy, this corridor and street commemorate one of the most...
- [Jerusalem Arab Film Festival Announces 6th Edition Lineup Celebrating Life And Continuity](https://www.el-shai.com/jerusalem-arab-film-festival-sixth-edition/): The upcoming edition of the Jerusalem Arab Film Festival will showcase 36 Arab films screening for the first time in Jerusalem, alongside a special focus on Sudanese cinema and specialized masterclasses. The Jerusalem Arab Film Festival has revealed the details of its sixth edition, scheduled to run from July 28 to August 2, 2026. This year, the festival operates under the theme “Life and Continuity,” deliberately focusing on films that bring joy, warmth, and laughter. The curatorial choice aims to present Jerusalem as a city pulsing with life, celebrating the resilience found in everyday moments like birth, love, marriage, and community....
- [Donia Samir Ghanem Celebrates a Decade with UNICEF Egypt by Renewing Ambassador Partnership](https://www.el-shai.com/donia-samir-ghanem-unicef-egypt/): The beloved star Donia Samir Ghanem locked in another term to champion child nutrition and girls’ empowerment across the country. UNICEF Egypt has officially renewed its partnership with actress and singer Donia Samir Ghanem, extending her appointment as a UNICEF Egypt Ambassador. The announcement marks a major milestone: a literal decade of the star using her massive platform to go to bat for children’s rights both locally and across the region. Since first teaming up with the organization back in 2015, Donia has consistently used her voice to tackle the heavy stuff: child protection, nutrition, and girls’ empowerment. This next chapter...
- [Maged El Kedwany and Hatem Salah Leading ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Might Just Spark the Comeback of Egyptian Dubbing](https://www.el-shai.com/maged-el-kedwany-hatem-salah-the-cat-in-the-hat/): Warner Bros. Pictures Animation dropped the first trailer for its upcoming animated feature, and the localized Egyptian twist with Maged El Kedwany and Hatem Salah is giving us major nostalgia. The first trailer for Warner Bros. Pictures Animation’s The Cat in the Hat just dropped, and while the vibrant animation looks incredible, the real talking point locally is all about the audio track. Warner Bros. Pictures confirmed that the film will receive a premium Egyptian Arabic theatrical release on November 5, a day before its global release. For anyone who grew up on the legendary era of Egyptian Disney dubs, this...
- [Dear Entertainment PR Managers, we need to have a word: The Unspoken Rules of Entertainment PR](https://www.el-shai.com/the-unspoken-rules-of-entertainment-pr/): As a media platform, we navigate the entertainment world and interact with celebrity or entertainment PR reps and talent managers on a daily basis. For the most part, it’s a smooth partnership. But lately, we’ve hit a wall with certain recurring behaviors that make our jobs incredibly difficult and, quite frankly, make them look terrible to the talent. We’re not trying to write an industry textbook here, but based on our actual, hands-on experiences in the field, we desperately need to set some boundaries. If you manage celebrities, please take note and adjust your behavior accordingly. Get out of the back...
- [The Prince: What’s the Project with all the Global Stars Filming in Cairo Right Now?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-prince-global-stars-filming-in-cairo/): Global stars have came to social media as they prepare for a new work, The Prince, in Cairo, from Money Heist’s Pedro Alonso to Turkish icon Tuba Büyüküstün, actors from 19 different nationalities are currently in Egypt filming it, a high-octane 2027 Shahid thriller by Stephen Hopkins and Salah El Jehaini. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pedro Alonso (@pedroalonsoochoro) Written by Salah El Jehaini and starring Ahmed Ezz, the high-stakes plot follows an Egyptian officer living a dangerous double life trapped in international conflicts. In a race against time to stop a catastrophic attack, he must successfully...
- [Air Cairo Launches 1st Direct Flight from Egypt to Portugal](https://www.el-shai.com/air-cairo-direct-flights-portugal-to-egypt/): Air Cairo has expanded its European network by launching its first direct flight from Porto, Portugal, to New Alamein International Airport, carrying 180 passengers. As the only Egyptian airline linking the two nations, this milestone aims to boost inbound tourism and promote New Alamein as a premier global destination. Chairman Hussein Sherif emphasized that despite regional challenges, the airline has successfully maintained all scheduled operations without cancellations.
- [Amr Adib’s Street Dog Episode Was a Disastrous, Toxic Circus That Never Should Have Aired](https://www.el-shai.com/amr-adib-street-dog-episode/): The latest episode of Amr Adib&#8217;s El-Hekaya on MBC Masr turned what should have been a balanced, scientific discussion about Egypt&#8217;s street dog population into an absolute media circus. Viewers watching the segment were subjected to a chaotic shouting match that completely abandoned professional standards, leaving the host struggling to maintain order while guests exchanged personal insults and aggressive retorts on air. The breakdown on screen quickly revealed a much darker undercurrent: blatant misogyny, a total disregard for the actual contributions of animal rights advocates, and highly dangerous arguments that ignore ecological science and basic human decency. Hostile Set Dynamics and...
- [The Bureaucracy of Cinema: Why Legacy Festivals Are Failing Egypt’s Changing Film Landscape](https://www.el-shai.com/bureaucracy-cinema-legacy-festivals-egypt/): The Ministry of Culture’s recent license freeze on the Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival exposes a deeper, structural crisis: heritage alone can no longer compete with agile, community-first indie platforms. The sudden decision by the Higher Committee for Festivals, under Minister Dr. Gihan Zaki, to freeze the license for the 42nd edition of the Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival sent shockwaves through the industry. However, the writing has been on the wall for years. This isn’t just a localized administrative hiccup; it is a full-blown systemic fracture. The Ministry is making a massive policy shift from passive financial auditing to strict qualitative evaluations...
- [The Death of Film El-Eid: How Industry Politics and Streaming Are Killing the Eid Cinema Ritual](https://www.el-shai.com/the-death-of-film-el-eid/): Remember the Film El-Eid experience? The good old days of Eid cinema outings, once an essential ritual as integral as Kahk and Fatta, are lost today due to industry decisions. Cinema visits are now not only expensive but also less accessible and overshadowed by unnecessary controversy, signaling a deeper problem for cinemas. What was once the ultimate family Eid experience is now filled with real-life drama that no one really cares about, as well as production politics that make it extremely difficult to just enjoy the process. Worst part? We know it’ll be on some sort of streaming platform, so why...
- [Mango Season In Egypt Is Delayed By 2 Weeks Due To Spring Weather And Climate Fluctuations](https://www.el-shai.com/mango-season-is-delayed-in-egypt-by-2-weeks/): Mango lovers will have to wait just a little longer this year, as Egypt&#8217;s highly anticipated mango harvest faces a two-week delay. According to Doctor Mohamed Ali Fahim, president of the Climate Change Information Center at the Ministry of Agriculture, unpredictable weather fluctuations during March, April, and early May have disrupted the fruit&#8217;s ripening schedule. A prolonged winter followed by an erratic spring impacted early growth stages, slowing down seasonal supply. Fortunately, experts reassure consumers that local favorites like Ewais, Alfons, and Sukari remain safe, with overall fruit quality unaffected. Daily agricultural guidelines are helping farmers mitigate these climate impacts, keeping...
- [Egypt Civil Aviation Authority Suspends Hot Air balloon Flights in Luxor for 3 Months due to Summer Weather Conditions](https://www.el-shai.com/civil-aviation-stops-hot-air-balloon-flights-luxor/): The Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority has officially grounded hot air balloon flights operating from the city&#8217;s West Bank airport for a three-month period. Starting June 1, this seasonal suspension comes in response to requests from operating companies looking to navigate the intense summer weather conditions safely. As the world’s third-most popular destination for hot air ballooning, Luxor routinely draws global travelers eager to drift 2,000 feet above ancient treasures like the Hatshepsut Temple, the Ramesseum, and the Colossi of Memnon. While the temporary halt pauses a vital tourist attraction, officials emphasize that passenger safety amidst soaring summer temperatures remains the absolute...
- [The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood Takes Action Against Forced Child Marriages in Fayoum and Assiut](https://www.el-shai.com/national-council-for-childhood-and-motherhood-illegal-marriage/): The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood, in coordination with Egyptian security forces, successfully intervened on Monday to stop the illegal, underage marriages of two young girls in separate incidents across Fayoum and Assiut. Legal actions are currently underway against the family members and individuals involved in orchestrating the illegal unions. The first incident occurred in the Itsa center of Fayoum, where a father attempted to force his 14-year-old daughter into a customary marriage (Zwag Urfi) with her cousin against her explicit will. The second case involved a 15-year-old girl in the Al-Badari center of Assiut, where her father drew up...
- [Government Sets 6 Month Deadline In New Refugee Residency Law Rollout](https://www.el-shai.com/6-month-deadline-in-new-refugee-residency-laws/): Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly issued the official executive regulations for the new law regulating the refugee residency and asylum status of foreigners in Egypt on Monday. The updated framework introduces a strict six-month deadline for a newly formed permanent committee to collect and verify comprehensive databases of all refugees and asylum seekers who previously registered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). This rollout builds on the state’s ongoing digital transformation push, which targets the estimated 9 million foreign residents and refugees living across the country. Under the new protocols, governmental bodies and public institutions will completely halt all...
- [Reset, Recalibrate, Reinvent: Creative Industry Summit Returns to Redefine the Future of Egypt’s Creative Economy](https://www.el-shai.com/creative-industry-summit-returns-in-cairo-2026/): The Creative Industry Summit is making its grand return to Cairo on June 3–4 and it is completely rewriting the rulebook. Moving far beyond the predictable boundaries of conventional corporate conferences, this heavily anticipated edition arrives fully reimagined, restructured, and supercharged under the timely, powerful theme: &#8220;Reset. Recalibrate. Reinvent.&#8221; A New Era for the Creative Scene This edition introduces a revolutionized format engineered to move far beyond the predictable structures of conventional panel discussions. Attendees can expect unexpected conversations, cross-industry collisions, and moments that deliberately disrupt traditional conference boxes. It is a space meticulously built for active engagement, deep learning, and...
- [New Buses to Connect Monorail Passengers to New Capital Ministries](https://www.el-shai.com/new-buses-to-connect-monorail-to-ministries/): To ensure a seamless commute for government employees and visitors, ACTA transport new buses are now actively deployed directly outside the Government District station of the Monorail East Nile. As announced by the Egyptian Transport Ministry, this strategic service functions as a vital transit link, efficiently transferring passengers arriving via the monorail to various ministries and key locations across the New Administrative Capital. This convenient shuttle service coincides with the official launch of the monorail&#8217;s first phase, stretching from Mosheer Tantawy to the Justice City station. To further support commuters, the Ministry of Transport has introduced a highly cost-effective subscription system,...
- [Protecting the Asset: Why the Serious Assault Allegations on Your Timeline Won't Keep Donga Off the National Roster](https://www.el-shai.com/assault-allegations-donga-off-the-national-roster/): The timeline filling everyone’s social feeds over the last 48 hours is finally impossible to ignore, forcing a conversation that football authorities have spent months trying to bury. As public details circulate regarding the severe physical and sexual assault “allegations” against national team midfielder Nabil Emad, widely known as Donga, the institutional response has followed a predictable formula. National team head coach Hossam Hassan finalized the 26-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing Donga’s place on the plane despite an active, unresolved criminal complaint stemming from a Cairo incident. The details breaking across public timelines originated directly from the...
- [Egypt Population Increases by a Staggering 67,000 in just 17 Days](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-population-increases-by-67k-in-17-days/): According to the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS), the Egypt Population added roughly 67,000 people between May 9 and May 26 alone, pushing the total population inside the country to over 109 million. To put it in perspective, that&#8217;s 5,439 babies are born every single day. That&#8217;s 227 every hour, 3.8 every minute, and one new Egyptian every 15.9 seconds. CAPMAS reached the 109 million milestone in just 267 days, tracking it all through a live population clock fed directly by the Health Ministry&#8217;s birth and death registry. The numbers reflect something Egypt has been wrestling with for...
- [6 Household Items No One Really Acknowledged but Secretly Had Its Purpose](https://www.el-shai.com/household-items-no-one-acknowledged-had-purpose/): The Household Items we grew up with were never just utility; they were the silent architecture of our lives. They existed in the quiet corners of the home, absorbing the dust of decades, the scent of summer humidity, and the muffled cadence of family tea. We rarely looked directly at them, yet they anchored our sense of permanence in a rapidly changing world. To find a faded newspaper lining a drawer or to hear the quiet Quran of an old radio is to realize that our deepest memories are preserved in the things we forgot to notice. the faded newspaper lining...
- [6th of October Bridge Faces Partial &amp; Full Night Closures in Giza](https://www.el-shai.com/6th-of-october-bridge-faces-closures-in-giza/): Giza authorities have announced scheduled partial and full nightly closures on the 6th of October Bridge from May 28 to June 5, 2026, for asphalt maintenance. Closures apply in phases and only from 1:00 AM to 9:00 AM; traffic fully resumes daily afterward. Take a U-turn under Dokki Bridge, head back, and use the Nawal Street ramp to access October Bridge. Exit via Shahin ramp onto El-Mathaf El-Zeraey (Agricultural Museum) Street and continue straight. Use the remaining open half of the lane or take the ground-level Agouza corniche. Use the unclosed half of the lane or navigate ground-level roads through Nawal...
- [Growing Up with the King: How 16 Years of Mohamed Salah’s Career Mirrored the Chapters of My Own Youth](https://www.el-shai.com/how-16-years-of-mohamed-salah-mirrored-my-youth/): As the Egyptian King Mohamed Salah takes his final bow at Anfield, El-Shai’s Ibrahim Wahdan reflects on the end of a golden Liverpool legacy. Mohamed Salah has been a part of Egyptian hearts and minds for the better part of 16 years at this point. But each and every one of us has his own personal story with the Egyptian king. And as a person who’s grown up watching his career, here’s mine. Starting with Beef: My initial reaction to seeing Mo Salah was dislike. Back in 2010, I had just started watching football consistently. I was 8. And with a...
- [The Digital Dokhla Balady: Why Are We Still Treating Women’s Bodies As Public Property in 2026?](https://www.el-shai.com/the-digital-dokhla-balady-karawan-mashakel/): A viral video posted by an internet personality who we honestly don’t know why is famous, called “Karawan Mashakel,” proudly broadcasting his wife’s most intimate moment, has triggered massive trauma and outrage across Egyptian social media, highlighting the digital &#8216;Dokhla Balady&#8217; The video, which showed a bedsheet soaked in blood to prove his wife’s virginity, serves as a modern digital recreation of the archaic &#8220;dokhla balady.&#8221; It forced thousands of viewers to confront a horrifying reality: the systematic violation and humiliation of women is still being repackaged as an acceptable cultural practice, and now, as viral content for clout. The traditional...
- [The Double Standards of Public Morality: Why Aya Samaha and her Husband's Anniversary Kiss Sparks Severe Outrage While Male Indiscretions Get a Pass](https://www.el-shai.com/aya-samaha-public-kiss-and-double-standards/): The recent wave of backlash directed at actress Aya Samaha following a celebratory anniversary photograph with her husband Mohamed Sebaie exposes a familiar, frustrating pattern in contemporary societal discourse in Egypt.  The digital public square in Egypt has once again transformed into a courtroom of selective morality, where the boundaries of personal freedom are dictated by deeply ingrained gender biases. When a woman expresses affection within the legal and social sanctity of marriage, it is branded as an existential threat to public decency. Yet, when a prominent man commits an actual, documented violation of personal boundaries, the narrative miraculously shifts toward...
- [Cairo Deploys Special Bus Routes to the Pyramids, El Qanater, and Capital Gardens for Eid al-Adha](https://www.el-shai.com/cairo-deploys-special-bus-routes-eid-al-adha/): Cairo is launching special public transport lines to major tourist and entertainment destinations across Greater Cairo for Eid al-Adha. The temporary holiday network ensures direct, hassle-free access to key attractions, as El Qanater, the Pyramids and Sphinx area, the International Park in Nasr City, Al-Azhar and Badr parks, the Japanese Garden and October 6 Park in Helwan, and the Citadel area in Old Cairo, as well as various Greater Cairo zones popular with holiday crowds. To handle the heavy holiday crowds, the Public Transport Authority is deploying its newest, most modern bus fleet to these designated routes. Operations will be backed...
- [European Union and Egypt Hand Over Wheat Harvest Machinery to 31,000 Egyptian Farmers  in the Nile Delta](https://www.el-shai.com/european-union-egypt-harvest-machinery-farmers/): On 11 May, the European Union-KAFI Programme hosted a landmark event at the Hiring Service Station of the Agriculture Research Center in Damanhur, marking the official Wheat Harvest Mechanisation Event and the formal handover of modern agricultural machinery to the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation. The handover puts mechanised equipment directly in the hands of 31,000 small and medium-scale farmers, reducing post-harvest losses and strengthening Egypt’s wheat supply chain. The event began with keynote speeches from H.E. Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, H.E. Angelina Eichhorst, EU Ambassador to Egypt and the League of Arab States; and Dr....
- [‘Fakhr ElDelta’ Writer Hassan Ali Arrested after Harassment Allegations](https://www.el-shai.com/fakhr-eldelta-writer-hassan-ali-arrested/): Egyptian authorities have arrested Hassan Ali, the screenwriter of the drama Fakhr El-Delta, following serious allegations of harassment and assault involving multiple women. The scandal has caused significant production turmoil, leading the production company to formally distance itself from the writer. Initially, Ali’s name remained on the credits, sparking public backlash; however, his name was ultimately purged from the opening and ending sequences by the fifth episode.
- [Court Permits actor Mahmoud Hegazy’s Son to Travel Abroad for Medical Treatment](https://www.el-shai.com/court-permits-mahmoud-hegazy-son-for-travel/): After a six-month legal battle, a court has finally granted travel clearance for Yusuf, the 22-month-old son of Egyptian actor Mahmoud Hegazy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by El-Shai &#8211; الشاي (@elshai.eg) Despite a previous ban, the child is now permitted to travel to the United States with his mother, Rana Tarek, to receive critical autism treatment.
- [Saad Lamjarred Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison by French Court for 2018 Rape Case in Saint-Tropez](https://www.el-shai.com/saad-lamjarred-sentenced-to-5-years-in-prison/): Moroccan singer Saad Lamjarred has been sentenced to five years in prison by a French court for raping a woman in Saint-Tropez in 2018. The singer, who maintained the encounter was ‘consensual,’ wept as the verdict was read in Draguignan and was ordered to pay €35,000 in damages and legal fees. View this post on Instagram A post shared by El-Shai &#8211; الشاي (@elshai.eg) This ruling adds to Lamjarred’s extensive legal background in France, following a separate six-year prison sentence handed down in 2023 for a 2016 assault case, solidifying a dramatic downfall for one of the Arab world’s biggest music...
- [Investigation Launched At Galala University After Student Tragically Falls From 3rd Floor  ](https://www.el-shai.com/student-falls-from-3rd-floor-at-galala-university/): Galala University has issued a formal statement mourning the tragic passing of Kyrollos Osama, a fourth-year Science student, following a fatal fall from the third floor. The tragedy reportedly began with a heated confrontation between the student and an exam proctor, who allegedly threatened him with a cheating report and a two-year suspension. This intense pressure reportedly led to a severe emotional breakdown before the fall occurred. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Galala University (@galalauniofficial) Authorities are now conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the full circumstances and motives behind this devastating incident.
- [BRT Launches Women-Only Bus Trial During Peak Hours to Enhance Passenger Comfort](https://www.el-shai.com/brt-launches-women-only-bus/): In response to growing public demand, the Egyptian BRT Company has launched a trial phase for women-only buses during morning and evening peak hours. These dedicated services are scheduled to run every 15 minutes to provide a more comfortable and private commuting experience for female passengers. The company emphasizes that the long-term success and potential expansion of this initiative rely heavily on the cooperation of all citizens, aiming to create a safer and more organized public transportation environment for everyone.
- [Amazon.eg Mega Sale Returns With Seven Days Of Savings, May 12–18: Hundreds Of Thousands Of Deals Across Top Categories ](https://www.el-shai.com/amazon-eg-mega-sale-returns-with-7-days-of-savings/): Cairo, Egypt — The Amazon.eg Mega Sale returns from May 12 to May 18 with hundreds of thousands of deals across Fashion, Beauty, Home, Electronics, and Everyday Essentials from local and international brands. Customers can explore products suited for every aspect of daily life — all in one place, on their own schedule. Prime members will enjoy early access to exclusive coupons on eligible products throughout the sale, along with fast, free delivery, giving them more ways to plan ahead and save. During the Mega Sale, customers can save up to 70% on Beauty, 60% on Everyday Essentials, 40% on Home...
- [LaunchPad Expo Returns to The GrEEK Campus as Egypt’s SME Services Ecosystem Gains Momentum with 3,000 Founders and 60 Service Providers](https://www.el-shai.com/launchpad-expo-returns-to-greek-campus/): LaunchPad Expo expects 3,000+ founders and decision-makers and over 60 service providers. The Strategic Co., an Egypt-based business platform and growth-focused B2B exhibitions organizer, announced Edition 2 of the LaunchPad Expo returning to The GrEEK Campus in Downtown Cairo on May 15 and 16, 2026. The two-day platform will bring together business owners, founders, and decision-makers, and over 60 service providers across legal, finance, human resources, technology, marketing, operations, logistics, insurance, and business services. Edition 2 is built on proven momentum. After a successful first edition with 3,000+ visitors, 52 exhibitors, and 40 speakers, the platform is returning with a stronger...
- [Investigation Launched Over Old Video of Students Jumping Through Fire in Qena](https://www.el-shai.com/investigation-launched-students-jumping-fire-qena/): The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education in Qena, Tariq Saad El-Din, has launched an official investigation into a viral video showing students jumping through flaming hoops at an Abu Tisht school. While the footage recently caused a stir online, officials clarified that the event actually took place some time ago. Despite the delay, the ministry is taking action against the safety violations, emphasizing that such dangerous stunts are strictly prohibited and put student lives at unnecessary risk.
- [Spotify Marks 20th Anniversary with “Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s)”](https://www.el-shai.com/spotify-20-your-party-of-the-years/): Spotify Marks 20th Anniversary with “Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s)” – A Personalized In-App Experience Celebrating Fans’ Listening Journeys To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Spotify is giving listeners a special gift: a fully personalized look at their entire music history. Starting today, fans can unlock the “Spotify 20: Your Party of the Year(s)” experience within the Spotify app, offering a nostalgic and highly shareable experience that brings their listening journey to life. The experience will include never-before-shared data for users to look back at their time on Spotify since they first joined, including:•⁠ ⁠First Day on Spotify•⁠ ⁠Total Number...
- [Court Confirms Death Penalty for Physics Teacher in Brutal Murder of Student Ehab Ashraf](https://www.el-shai.com/death-penalty-for-brutal-murder-of-ehab-ashraf/): The Egyptian Court of Cassation on Sunday issued a final death penalty verdict for an Egyptian physics teacher who brutally murdered and dismembered his student, Ehab Ashraf. Driven by gambling debts, the perpetrator exploited a teacher-student bond to execute a calculated and horrific ransom plot. The Egyptian Court of Cassation announced a final and binding ruling rejecting the appeal submitted by the defense of Mohamed Abdel Badie, a 25-year-old physics teacher, and upholding his death sentence.  This decision marks the end of a legal process that began in February 2024 following the horrific murder of 16-year-old student Ehab Ashraf, a case...
- [ZED FC Duo Omar Talleb and Karim Gomaa Begin Two Week Trial at FC Porto B](https://www.el-shai.com/zed-fc-duo-omar-talleb-and-karim-gomaa-begin-two-week-trial-at-fc-porto-b/): ZED FC’s rising stars Omar Talleb and Karim Gomaa have touched down in Portugal to begin a decisive two-week trial with FC Porto B. The 18-year-old defensive midfielder and 17-year-old right winger are training under the watchful eye of coach João Brandão, hoping to impress the &#8220;Dragons&#8221; hierarchy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ZED FC (@zedfc_egypt) This high-profile opportunity highlights the growing connection between Egyptian talent and European football, as both teenagers aim to secure a future in Liga 2 following their successful development in Egypt’s top flight.
- [Olympic Swimmer Nadine Wissam Launches Africa's First Special Needs Artistic Swimming Duet Through Her 'Special Artswim' Academy](https://www.el-shai.com/nadine-wissam-launches-special-artswim-academy/): Building on her legacy as a 2024 Olympian, Nadine Wissam Armia is once again making history, but this time from the sidelines as a visionary leader. Through her “Special ArtSwim” academy, Armia has officially debuted the first-ever special needs artistic swimming duet in Africa and the Middle East. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Egyptian Special ArtSwim Academy (@special.artswim_eg) This groundbreaking milestone, achieved this May in Egypt, represents a massive leap forward for inclusive sports in the region. After representing Egypt on the world’s biggest stages, Nadine founded the academy to ensure that athletes with special needs have...
- [El Faransawi by the Numbers: Inside 1 of Egypt’s Biggest Legal Thrillers](https://www.el-shai.com/el-faransawi-by-the-numbers-inside-1-of-egypts-biggest-legal-thrillers/): From years of legal research to dozens of filming locations, El Faransawi was built like a full cinematic universe, not just a series. 40 shooting days led by Adam Abdel Ghaffar to bring the legal thriller to life. 2 months of pre-production to build the show’s visual and dramatic world. 1 full year writing the episodes by Adam Abdel Ghaffar before filming even began. 12 table reads with the cast to refine chemistry, pacing, and performances before shooting. 10 main actors led by Amr Youssef alongside Aicha Ben Ahmed, Sammy Sheik, Sawsan Badr, Jamal Soliman, Bayoumi Fouad, Ahmed Fouad Selim, Enjy...
- [What’s happening with the ‘Hantavirus Outbreak’ Aboard the MV Hondius on the Atlantic?](https://www.el-shai.com/whats-the-hantavirus-mv-hondius/): Global health authorities are tracing passengers from the MV Hondius following a hantavirus outbreak linked to the vessel. Three people have died, including a Dutch couple and a German passenger, while five cases have been officially confirmed. The World Health Organization is also monitoring three additional suspected cases as the ship continues its journey toward the Canary Islands. What is the Hantavirus? Hantavirus is a severe respiratory disease usually transmitted to humans through contact with infected rodents or their droppings. The current outbreak involves the Andes strain of the virus, which is the only known hantavirus capable of rare human-to-human transmission....
- [NYC's Zohran Mamdani Skips 2026 Met Gala to shed Light on Tailors and Warehouse Workers](https://www.el-shai.com/nyc-mayor-zohran-mamdani-skips-met-gala/): Mayor Zohran Mamdani broke tradition by skipping the Met Gala, rejecting the &#8220;billionaire bash&#8221; chaired by Jeff Bezos. Amidst boycott drama and protests against Amazon’s labor practices, Mamdani spotlighted the essential tailors and drivers who actually power the industry. While the global elite ascended the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered a historic snub to fashion&#8217;s biggest night. In a bold departure from mayoral tradition, Mamdani and his wife, Rama Duwaji, declined their invitation to the 2026 Met Gala, choosing instead to use their platform to amplify the voices of the workers who...
- [Egypt to Introduce Japanese as a Second Language in Egyptian Schools for the 26/27 Year](https://www.el-shai.com/japanese-as-a-second-language-egypt/): The Ministry of Education is to Introduce Japanese as a Second Language in Egyptian Schools for the 26/27 Year, in partnership with the Japan Foundation, where they officially announced vacancies for Japanese language teachers at Egyptian Japanese Schools (EJS). Starting the 2026/2027 academic year, Japanese will be introduced as a second language for the preparatory stage across ten schools in its first phase. This strategic expansion aims to blend Egyptian curricula with Japanese &#8220;Tokkatsu&#8221; activities, fostering student character and discipline. Qualified applicants must hold a university degree and demonstrate N3 or B2 language proficiency. This initiative marks a significant milestone in...
- [15 Met Gala 2026 Looks That Were Bold, Bizarre, and Actually made Sense](https://www.el-shai.com/met-gala-2026-15-bold-and-bizarre-looks/): From the bold and the bizarre to the &#8216;just being there;’ here are 15 Met Gala 2026 curated looks that actually understood the ‘Fashion is Art’ theme assignment. This Met Gala 2026 really stood out, from Rihanna’s structured Margiela piece and Emma Chamberlain’s hand-painted Mugler to the Devil Wears Prada vibes from Anne Hathaway, the Blunts, and Stanley Tucci—these stars leaned into the theme and understood the assignment. While many guests kept things simple, these 15 looks stood out by fully committing to the ‘Fashion is Art’ theme. Which ones were your favorite? ALL PHOTOS VIA GETTY IMAGES
- [Star Wars Was Egyptian All Along: The May the 4th Theories Linking the Sensational Skywalker Saga to the Nile](https://www.el-shai.com/star-wars-was-egyptian-all-along-may-4th/): In honor of Star Wars Day, here are the parallels between George Lucas’s galaxy and ancient Egyptian mythology that fans have been quietly losing their minds over for years. George Lucas has always described Star Wars as a synthesis of world mythologies. He credits Joseph Campbell, Akira Kurosawa, and the universal hero’s journey. What he doesn’t usually mention, and what fans have spent decades digging into, is just how much of the saga seems to map directly onto the gods and legends of ancient Egypt. This May the 4th, instead of rewatching the Mustafar duel for the hundredth time, here are...
- [Egyptian School Principal Arrested for Harassing Student in his Office](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptian-school-principal-arrested-for-harassment/): A disturbing case of harassment in Giza, following the circulation of a disturbing video, showed a private school principal harassing a female student inside his office. Acting swiftly, the Egyptian Ministry of Interior tracked the suspect as he attempted to flee to Sohag, placing him under arrest. View this post on Instagram A post shared by وزارة الداخلية المصرية (@moiegy) In response to this breach, the Ministry of Education has placed the school under strict administrative oversight, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy for actions that violate educational and ethical values.
- [Supreme Council for Media Bans any Content Published about Diaa El-Awady](https://www.el-shai.com/supreme-council-media-bans-diaa-el-awady-content/): Following directives from the Ministry of Health and the Egyptian Medical Syndicate, a mandatory ban on Diaa El-Awady&#8217;s videos or images has been placed on all content. This decision covers all televised, audio, and digital platforms, including social media pages subject to Law 180 of 2018. The ban serves as a protective measure against &#8220;unscientific medical advice&#8221; that poses a direct threat to public health and patient safety. Specialized monitoring units are currently tracking violations, while technical authorities are working to scrub existing links and recordings from the internet. Citizens are urged to stop resharing his content to avoid legal repercussions...
- [3 Chimpanzees and 10 Rare Reptiles Rescued from Smuggling Attempt to India at Cairo Airport](https://www.el-shai.com/3-chimpanzees-and-10-rare-reptiles-rescued/): The Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation successfully intercepted an illegal attempt to smuggle 3 Chimpanzees and 10 reptiles through Cairo International Airport. During the operation, security and veterinary officials discovered three baby chimpanzees in a dangerous state of total sedation hidden by a passenger traveling to India. Additionally, ten bags containing various rare reptiles were confiscated. To ensure their survival, the Minister of Agriculture ordered the immediate transfer of these animals to the Alexandria Zoo. Specialist veterinarians are providing urgent medical care to revive the chimpanzees and stabilize the reptiles in a safe environment. Legal action has been initiated against...
- [Spirit Airlines Shuts Down Global Operations After 36 Years amid Bankruptcy and High Oil Prices](https://www.el-shai.com/spirit-airlines-shuts-down-global-operations/): American carrier Spirit Airlines has officially begun an immediate shutdown of all global operations. After 33 years of pioneering the ultra-low-cost model, the carrier grounded its fleet on May 2, 2026, following a failed $500 million federal bailout and a crippling surge in jet fuel prices; which skyrocketed to $4.51 per gallon due to Middle East conflicts. https://www.instagram.com/p/DX04kWen4n5/ With customer service shuttered and all flights cancelled, Spirit is automatically processing refunds for credit and debit card holders. This sudden collapse leaves thousands of travelers stranded and marks the end of a &#8220;no-frills&#8221; era.
- [Canva Apologizes After AI Tool Replaced 'Palestine' With 'Ukraine'](https://www.el-shai.com/canva-apologizes-after-ai-tool-replaced-palestine-with-ukraine/): Graphic design giant Canva is under fire after users discovered its Magic Layers AI tool was automatically removing the word Palestine from designs and replacing it with Ukraine. The issue, first flagged by social media user @ros_ie9, showed the tool altering text &#8216;Cats for Palestine&#8216; without any user instruction. Canva has since apologized, describing the incident as an isolated technical glitch that has now been resolved. A spokesperson confirmed that additional internal checks and an audit of their testing processes are underway to prevent future unexpected outputs. Despite the fix, the incident has reignited a global conversation regarding systemic bias in...
- [Egypt to turn off billboards from 12 AM to 5 AM to Conserve Energy](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-to-turn-off-billboards-at-midnight/): The Egyptian Cabinet has officially ratified new regulations governing billboards on public roads to bolster national energy conservation. Under these strict guidelines, all billboard illumination is prohibited during daylight hours; specifically from 7 AM to 5 PM; and throughout the late-night window from midnight until 5 AM. Exceptions are granted only to displays equipped with automated light sensors and dimming systems that reduce brightness by at least 50% based on ambient conditions. Furthermore, the mandate requires a transition to high-efficiency LED technology and energy-saving cooling systems for digital screens. Administered by the National Agency for Road Advertisement Regulation, these measures aim...
- [Inside Asad: The Staggering Numbers Behind 1 of Egypt’s Most Phenomenal Films](https://www.el-shai.com/the-numbers-behind-asad/): From six years of writing to thousands of costumes and global-level action design, Asad’s production scale reveals how far Egyptian cinema is pushing its limits. Some films tell a story. Asad built an entire world to tell it. And when you break it down, the numbers behind it explain exactly why it stands out. 1+ year of location scouting and visual world-building, shaped visually by cinematographer Ahmed Beshary and art director Ahmed Fayez to recreate 19th-century Egypt. 9 months of full pre-production under director Mohamed Diab, supported by producers Mohamed Seif, Wael Nabil, Marwan Al Kahky, and Maged Yousef to prepare...
- [The Devil Wears Prada 2: A Cerulean Renaissance and the Digital Transformation of Miranda Priestly’s Revolutionary Empire](https://www.el-shai.com/the-devil-wears-prada-2-review/): Twenty years later, the clack of Andy Sachs&#8217; Heels on a NYC sidewalk still carries the weight of a divine decree. The Devil Wears Prada 2, directed by David Frankel with the returning powerhouse trio of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Stanley Tucci, isn&#8217;t just a sequel; it’s a high-definition restoration of a cultural monument that proves some legends never go out of style—they just go digital. From Glossy to Glass The story picks up in a world where the smell of fresh ink has been replaced by the glow of OLED screens. Andy Sachs (Hathaway) has finally &#8220;made it,&#8221; opening...
- [Investigation Launched into Mohamed Taher, Founder of Beit Fatem, Regarding Harassment and Human Trafficking Allegations Against 4 Women](https://www.el-shai.com/mohamed-taher-harassment-and-human-trafficking/): Mohamed Taher, founder of Beit Fatem, faces a detention renewal hearing today over allegations of assault, harassment of four women, and human trafficking. The authorities are still investigating the case No. 1271 of 2026, and the legal counsel is urging other potential victims to come forward. The Public Prosecution has officially launched an intensive investigation into Mohamed Taher, the founder of the &#8220;Beit Fatem&#8221; cultural center, following the allegations of indecent assault and human trafficking. The case was highlighted by the Public Prosecution’s Office for the Protection of Children and Persons with Disabilities after reports surfaced involving the abuse of four...
- [Egypt Officially Extends Sunday Remote Work Policy for May 2026](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-officially-extends-sunday-remote-work-may/): The Egyptian Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, has officially approved the continuation of the Sunday remote work system for government employees throughout May 2026. This extension of Decree No. 982 aims to streamline administrative efficiency while managing energy resources effectively. The policy applies to designated state agencies and public sector entities, reinforcing Egypt&#8217;s commitment to flexible, modern work environments. This proactive measure ensures operational continuity and supports sustainable national infrastructure goals by reducing the physical strain on government facilities during the upcoming month.
- [Red Bull Just Turned El Gouna Into Egypt's 1st Revolutionary Kiteboarding Playground With Winds Of Sinai Qualifiers](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-el-gouna-winds-of-sinai-qualifiers/): The first stop of the Red Bull Winds of Sinai Qualifier brought Egypt’s rising kiteboarding talents together for a high-energy showdown by the Red Sea. On April 27, we were there when Red Bull officially launched the first edition of the Winds of Sinai Qualifier in Egypt, bringing together some of the country’s most promising kiteboarding talents in one of the Red Sea’s most iconic destinations. From the early hours of the day, the energy was clear. Riders showed up ready, the wind delivered, and the sea turned into a full stage of skill, speed, and stamina.This felt like a community...
- [57-Year-Old German Tourist Killed by Cobra after it climbed his Leg in Hurghada Hotel Snake Show](https://www.el-shai.com/german-tourist-killed-by-cobra-hurghada-hotel/): A 57-year-old German tourist tragically lost his life during a family holiday in Hurghada after a performer allowed a cobra to crawl up his trouser leg during a live hotel show. The victim suffered a fatal bite and rapidly showed signs of poisoning, eventually going into cardiac arrest. Despite resuscitation efforts and being rushed to a nearby hospital, he was pronounced dead. This horrific incident adds to a growing list of tourist fatalities in the popular Red Sea resort, following recent shark attacks and a submarine disaster. Police and public prosecutors in the area are currently investigating the entertainer&#8217;s actions and...
- [Egyptian Hayam El Gamal Detained by ICEalong with 5 Children in Colorado Despite Recent Court Release Order](https://www.el-shai.com/hayam-el-gamal-ice-detention-5-children-colorado/): The Hayam El Gamal ICE Detention took a dramatic turn as 5 children and their mother were returned to Colorado. Learn about the 48-hour legal battle and the emergency court order that halted their immediate deportation. On April 25, 2026, the legal and humanitarian battle surrounding Hayam El Gamal and her five children took a turn when federal authorities re-detained them just 48 hours after a court-ordered release. This latest escalation follows ten months of detention at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas, where the family was held in connection to a high-profile domestic terrorism investigation involving El Gamal’s ex-husband,...
- [Paris Hosts Historic First Modest Fashion Week](https://www.el-shai.com/paris-hosts-first-modest-fashion-week/): Muslim designers from across the globe converged on the French capital to debut a first modest fashion week a stunning array of high-end streetwear and romantic florals. This landmark event signals that modest style is officially a global powerhouse, successfully reclaiming the narrative in a city where religious attire frequently sparks intense political debate. From boxy Gen Z silhouettes to nature-inspired gowns, the runway proved that faith and high fashion are a seamless match. By centering these voices in the heart of France, the showcase highlights an evolving cultural landscape where inclusivity finally takes the main stage.
- [Hotel Manager Jailed 1 year and fined 50k EGP Over Denying Solo Female Guest in Port Said](https://www.el-shai.com/hotel-manager-jailed-1-year-and-fined-solo-stay/): A hotel manager at ElSafwa Utopia in Port Said has been sentenced to one year in prison and fined 50,000 EGP after refusing to give a room to a woman traveling alone. The case began when Alaa Saad was denied a stay simply because she was by herself. Despite earlier setbacks and confusion over who holds responsibility, Alaa is continuing her fight. She says this is not just her case, but a wider issue affecting women across Egypt who are still denied the basic right to move and stay freely in their own country.
- [Sixyards and the German Embassy in Cairo Announce the 8th Edition of the Diplomatic Football Tournament](https://www.el-shai.com/sixyards-german-embassy-in-cairo-diplomatic-football-tournament/): Press Conference and Official Draw Held at Gezira Sporting Club; Diplomatic Football Tournament to Run May 1 to May 16, 2026 Sixyards, in partnership with the German Embassy in Cairo, today officially announced the launch of the 8th edition of the Diplomatic Football Tournament. The announcement was made during a press conference and official draw ceremony held at Gezira Sporting Club, marking the beginning of one of Egypt&#8217;s most distinguished international sporting events. The tournament will take place from May 1 through May 16, 2026, at the Gezira Sporting Club Center Court, under the patronage of H.E. Jürgen Schulz, Ambassador of...
- [The 75k "Commission" That Went Viral: Giza Guard Arrested after Dispute with a Dentist Over a Faisal Apartment Sale ](https://www.el-shai.com/75k-commision-giza-guard-arrested/): In Faisal, a recent dispute over a &#8220;brokerage fee&#8221; took a turn for the dramatic. What started as a disagreement between a Giza guard and a dentist ended up trending on social media, landing one person in handcuffs and the other in the middle of a national conversation about street-level extortion and the &#8220;samsara&#8221; culture. The situation started when a video started circulating across Egyptian social media, where a doorman in the Faisal area of Giza was caught on camera losing his cool over ‘brokerage fees.’ He was arguing and actively blocking a woman from entering her own apartment.&nbsp; The woman,...
- [Egypt New Laws for Child Protection in 2026: Fighting Sexual Violence with Strict Penalties and a Sex Offender Registry](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-new-laws-child-protection-sexual-violence/): In a major move to stop sexual violence and ensure child protection, the Egyptian Parliament is looking at Egypt new laws that would significantly increase punishments for crimes against minors. These changes introduce strict penalties for offenders and establish a first-of-its-kind sex offender registry to keep children safe in all environments. Egypt is taking a major step forward in safeguarding its youth with the introduction of a comprehensive new legal framework. This legislative push is designed to modernize the justice system and ensure that the most vulnerable members of society are protected by the full force of the law. Counselor Hisham...
- [Death Penalty for Killer of 22-year-Old Mirna Gamil Over Rejected Marriage Proposal](https://www.el-shai.com/death-penalty-for-killer-of-mirna-gamil/): A Qalyubia court sentenced a 26-year-old man to death for the premeditated murder of Mirna Gamil. The defendant stalked and stabbed Gamil in the street in broad daylight after she rejected his marriage proposal. Mirna was a 22-year-old woman described by her family as kind and gentle. She lived with her mother and sister after her father passed away. Her loved ones say she was innocent, hardworking, and full of life before the tragedy. Months of Threats After rejecting the suspect’s marriage proposal, Mirna received repeated threatening messages last October. Her family changed her phone number multiple times, trying to protect...
- [Red Bull Lands in El Gouna for Mind-Blowing Inaugural Winds of Sinai Kiteboarding Qualifier on April 27](https://www.el-shai.com/red-bull-winds-of-sinai-qualifier-elgouna/): Red Bull brings the heat to El Gouna this April 27 for the first-ever Winds of Sinai Qualifier. Transforming Makani Beach into a high-energy arena, this landmark event invites Egypt’s top male and female kiteboarders to battle for coastal dominance. Spectators can expect a masterclass in freestyle performance, featuring gravity-defying tricks and elite technical skill against a stunning Red Sea backdrop. Don’t miss your chance to witness local legends pushing the limits of the sport in this premier national competition. Get ready for takeoff! See you there.
- [NTRA: Egypt Records Massive 60% Growth in Internet Usage Throughout 2026](https://www.el-shai.com/ntra-internet-egypt-60-massive-growth-research/): The NTRA&#8217;s 2026 report reveals a massive surge in digital activity, led by a 67% increase in streaming services and a 60% rise in short-form video consumption. With 8.9 million new subscribers, the data highlights a significant shift toward data-intensive entertainment and social connectivity across the nation. Here’s the full breakdown. The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority’s (NTRA) 2026 report highlights a sharp transformation in Egypt’s digital behaviour. Internet usage has expanded across mobile and fixed connections, driven mainly by entertainment platforms and social media. Streaming services, short-form video apps, and messaging tools are now central to daily life, while search engines,...
- [Man Arrested For Stealing a Mobile Phone In Damietta Mosque](https://www.el-shai.com/man-arrested-for-stealing-a-mobile-phone-damietta/): Police in Damietta have arrested a suspect following the circulation of a viral video showing a man stealing a mobile phone. The incident was reported in Ras El-Bar by a local resident who had his phone stolen while at prayer. Investigations quickly identified the perpetrator as an unemployed individual with a prior criminal record. Authorities successfully apprehended the suspect in possession of the stolen device. Upon questioning, he confessed to the crime. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CbdRGdqb3 Video by Mustafa ElSayed via Facebook.
- [2 Egyptians and 1 Iranian Convicted of Brighton Beach Rape](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptians-and-iranian-brighton-beach-rape/): Egyptians Ibrahim Alshafei and Karin Al-Danasurt, and Iranian Abdullah Ahmadi, were found guilty of a brutal, premeditated attack on a vulnerable woman. The group, who are asylum seekers, targeted the intoxicated victim during a case of Brighton Beach Rape, recording the violence and laughing throughout the traumatizing assault..
- [Meta to Cut 8,000 Jobs, 10% of their Workforce, Next Month as AI Spending Hits $135 Billion](https://www.el-shai.com/meta-to-cut-8000-jobs-due-to-ai-spending/): The company that once told you “move fast and break things” is now moving fast and breaking careers, while letting those cut from the job train the AI before they leave. Meta just informed employees in an internal memo on Thursday that it plans to cut 10% of its workforce, roughly 8,000 people, next month. Thousands of open roles that the company had been actively hiring for will also be quietly deleted. A Meta spokesperson confirmed the cuts but refused to elaborate. Why, you might ask? Meta is on track to pour $135 billion into AI this year alone, and that...
- [El-Sisi Delivers Full Regional Doctrine at Nicosia Arab-EU Summit 2026](https://www.el-shai.com/el-sisi-regional-doctrine-eu-nicosia-summit/): At Friday’s Arab-EU summit, the Egyptian president delivered his most comprehensive foreign policy speech of the year, outlining Cairo’s positions on Gaza, Lebanon, Sudan, Iran, and migration. On April 24, 2026, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi attended a consultative summit in Nicosia with leaders from several Arab states, EU heads of government, European Council President António Costa, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides opened the meeting, joined by Costa and von der Leyen. By the end of the day, El-Sisi had delivered a comprehensive address, held seven bilateral meetings, and outlined Egypt’s positions on key regional...
- [Kuwaiti-American Journalist Ahmed Shihab-Eldin Acquitted in Kuwait After 52-Day Detention](https://www.el-shai.com/ahmed-shihab-eldin-acquitted-of-charges/): Ahmed Shihab-Eldin, a Kuwaiti-American journalist known for his work at Al Jazeera and HuffPost, was recently detained in Kuwait for over 50 days. His arrest sparked international concern regarding press freedom and the policing of digital speech during conflict. Shihab-Eldin, while visiting family, vanished from public view on March 2. The day before, he had shared public domain footage, including a CNN video of a US fighter jet crash, on his Substack. This action coincided with the beginning of the regional war. Authorities officially charged him with &#8220;spreading false information,&#8221; &#8220;harming national security,&#8221; and &#8220;misusing his mobile phone.&#8221; This detention occurred...
- [Circus Trainer Luba El-Helw Suspended Following Lion Cub Attack on 3-Year-Old at National Circus](https://www.el-shai.com/luba-el-helw-suspended-following-cub-attack-circus/): A three-year-old girl named Faten is in critical condition following a sudden attack by a lion cub owned by Luba El-Helw the National Circus in Agouza. The incident occurred during an unauthorized photo session involving an animal owned by trainer Luba El-Helw after the main performance had concluded. What was intended as a routine visit has resulted in a severe medical crisis, raising urgent questions regarding safety protocols and the management of wild animals in public spaces. Medical Condition Worsens Following Brain Hemorrhage Diagnosis Faten’s health deteriorated significantly as new medical reports emerged. While she initially underwent emergency surgery for deep...
- [Egypt Declares Thursday, May 7th A Paid Public Holiday For Labor Day](https://www.el-shai.com/thursday-may-7th-labor-day/): Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly has officially announced that Thursday May 7 2026 will be a paid public holiday in celebration of Labor Day. This decision shifts the holiday from Friday May 1 to provide a continuous long weekend for the Egyptian workforce. The decree applies to all employees in government ministries public authorities local administration units and the private sector. This day off serves as a recognition of the vital contributions and dedication of workers across the nation to Egypt&#8217;s growth and development. Enjoy your long weekend!
- [New Legislative Proposal May Introduce ID Cards for Children in Egypt](https://www.el-shai.com/parliament-legislative-id-cards-for-children-egypt/): A new legislative amendment submitted to the Egyptian House of Representatives proposes the issuance of official National ID cards to children starting at the age of five. Introduced by MP Mai Karam Gabr and supported by sixty members of parliament, this draft law seeks to fundamentally modernize the existing Child Law by transitioning from traditional paper birth certificates to a secure, photo-verified digital identification system. The primary philosophy behind this proposal is to align Egypt’s legal framework with the global shift toward digitalization and enhanced security. By providing children with a formal ID card early on, the state aims to establish...
- [UK Bans Smoking for Anyone Born After 2008](https://www.el-shai.com/uk-bans-smoking-for-those-born-after-2008/): The UK Parliament has officially passed a historic law that will ban anyone born after 2008 from ever legally buying cigarettes. This &#8220;smoke-free generation&#8221; bill creates a rolling age limit that increases every year, ensuring that today’s children can never reach the legal age to purchase tobacco. It is one of the boldest public health moves the country has ever seen, aiming to phase out smoking entirely over the coming decades. The main goal of this legislation is to reduce the number of preventable deaths and illnesses linked to tobacco use. Smoking is a primary cause of cancer and heart disease,...
- [EGYPTAIR Introduces Free Messaging and Internet Calling on board](https://www.el-shai.com/egyptair-free-messaging-internet-calling-on-board/): EGYPTAIR has officially launched a new in-flight connectivity service providing passengers with free messaging and internet calling on select aircraft. The service allows travelers to stay connected through free text messaging and unlimited voice notes throughout their journey. Additionally, the airline is offering up to two hours of complimentary internet voice calls, ensuring that passengers can reach colleagues or family members while in the air. This update is available on a specific range of modern aircraft within the fleet, including the Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321, and the Boeing 737 MAX 8. The move aims to enhance...
- [Court Overturns Prison Sentence for Om Makkah, Orders 50,000 EGP Fine Instead](https://www.el-shai.com/court-overturns-prison-sentence-for-om-makkah-orders-50000-egp-fine-instead/): Cairo&#8217;s Economic Appeals Court ruled this Tuesday to accept TikToker Om Makkah&#8217;s appeal against her original sentence of six months in prison and a 100,000 EGP fine. The court dropped the prison sentence entirely and cut the fine down to 50,000 EGP. The original conviction came from Cairo&#8217;s Economic Court, which had found her guilty of violating Egyptian social values through the content she posted on TikTok. Alongside the indecent content charges, she also faced accusations of money laundering tied to profits made from that same activity. She denied all of it during investigations, insisting her videos were purely for entertainment...
- [Egypt Ranks 3rd Regionally and 27th Globally in Foreign Investment Openness](https://www.el-shai.com/egypt-ranks-3rd-regionally-and-27th-globally-in-foreign-investment-openness/): While a lot of the region is still figuring things out, Egypt quietly climbed to 3rd place out of 18 markets across the Middle East and North Africa for attracting foreign direct investment. A recent report also placed Egypt at 27th out of 202 markets globally in investment openness, a sign that the reforms being pushed over the past few years are actually registering with the international community. Fitch, one of the world&#8217;s top credit rating agencies, gave Egypt a formal nod for its structural and economic overhaul, noting it has genuinely improved the country&#8217;s macroeconomic picture and made investors more...
- [Rania Al-Mashat Appointed UN Under-Secretary-General and ESCWA Executive Secretary](https://www.el-shai.com/rania-al-mashat-un-under-secretary-general-escwa-executive-secretary/): UN Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Dr. Rania Al-Mashat as Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations and Executive Secretary of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), a major role overseeing economic and social development cooperation across 21 Middle Eastern and North African countries. Al-Mashat is one of Egypt&#8217;s most prominent economic figures, with over 25 years of experience in macroeconomic policy, central banking, development finance, and international cooperation. She previously served across three ministerial portfolios starting in 2018 — first as Egypt&#8217;s Minister of Tourism, where she became the first woman to hold the position, then as Minister of...
- [The Ghost of the Grifter: Why Death Doesn’t Sanitize a Deadly Legacy](https://www.el-shai.com/the-ghost-of-the-grifter-deadly-legacy/): You&#8217;ve seen the posts, the videos, and the comments: “They got him.” “He knew too much.” “Rest in power, Doctor.” Yeah, BS! Let’s skip the usual “don’t speak ill of the dead.” In this case, the person left behind advice that’s still alive and deadly. There is a specific type of person the internet was practically built for. They have just enough credentials to sound credible, just enough charisma to sound passionate, and just enough contempt for “the system” to make you feel like they’re on your side. They don’t sell products, at least not at first. They sell something far...
- [May ElGhety reflects on her global breakthrough with Lee Cronin's The Mummy | El-Shai](https://www.el-shai.com/may-elgheity-lee-cronins-the-mummy/): May ElGhety opens up about her journey following her appearance at the premiere of Lee Cronin’s The Mummy, reflecting on how her career has been shaped by a balance of planning, instinct, and timing. She shares how stepping outside her comfort zone played a major role in her growth, whether through meeting new people, exploring unfamiliar environments, or taking on opportunities she hadn’t initially imagined for herself. For her, real progress came from pushing past what felt safe and choosing to constantly evolve. She also explains that she doesn’t see value in comparing the local film industry to international ones. Instead,...
- [British Council Faces Backlash Over 9 Hour IGCSE ICT Exam Delays](https://www.el-shai.com/british-council-backlash-extreme-igcse-ict-exam/): More than 20 IGCSE schools managed by the British Council taking an ICT exam on Thursday, April 19, with Ain Shams University as the venue, faced over 9 hours of delays, medical cases, and a last-minute venue change before finally sitting their exam at 10 PM, under the organization of the British Council.Over the past few hours, IGCSE students in Egypt have reported serious concerns following the ICT examination held on Thursday at Ain Shams University, which was organized by the British Council. For context, ICT exams for IGCSE students are practical exams conducted on computers. Each year, groups of schools...
- [Official Inquiry Launched into Alexandria Livestream Suicide](https://www.el-shai.com/inquiry-launched-alexandria-livestream-suicide/): Trigger Warning: This post contains references to suicide, self-harm, and a fatal incident that may be distressing for some readers. Security forces responded after reports of a woman falling during an Alexandria livestream suicide from a building in the Sidi Gaber area. The scene was secured, and the body was transferred for examination. Authorities have opened an investigation and are reviewing all available evidence, including widely circulated footage. Reports indicate the woman was broadcasting live shortly before the incident. Viewers attempted to intervene through comments during the stream, but the video spread rapidly online afterward, intensifying public shock and debate over...
- [How to Extra Secure Your Spaces After Dark](https://www.el-shai.com/how-to-extra-secure-your-spaces-after-dark/): Whether you live in a busy apartment block or a quieter villa on the edge of your city, the feeling that your spaceis extra secure is something most of us take for granted — until we stop to think about it. Here&#8217;s how to extra secure your home. As evenings settle in, hours become darker and quieter, streets grow emptier, and the area becomes less active after hours. It’s a genuine moment to step back and audit how safe your space really is. These aren’t complicated fixes. Most of them cost little or nothing, and the peace of mind they bring...
- [Retal Abdel Aziz: From First Audition to Finding Her Voice in Acting | El-Shai](https://www.el-shai.com/retal-abdel-aziz/): Retal Abdel Aziz is a young Egyptian actress whose journey in the industry started at a very early age and quickly evolved from curiosity into real experience on screen. She has been part of several productions across television, film, and advertising, including appearances in Zay El-Shams, Ahlam Saeida, 80 Bako, Aysha El Dor, Feeha Eh Yaani, and Kan Ya Makan, alongside multiple commercials that marked her first steps in front of the camera. In our interview, Retal opens up about how her passion began in a very simple moment, when she watched a scene from Nelly &amp; Sherihan that stayed with...

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