Egyptian Streets

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:42:25 +0000
Egypt Made a Surprise Cameo in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Show
  Bad Bunny’s headline performance at the Super Bowl LX halftime show has received widespread acclaim for its cultural significance, especially in the context of increasing xenophobia and anti-immigrant rhetoric.  Cultural experts have de...

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:44:45 +0000
Cairo Harassment Case Exposes Divide on Victim Blaming and Women’s Appearance
  A viral video of a confrontation on a public bus in Cairo’s Mokattam district has sparked widespread discussions about the definition of sexual harassment, the role of verbal abuse, and the dangers of judging women based on their appeara...

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:15:33 +0000
Khufu’s Crowned Best Restaurant in the Middle East and North Africa
  Khufu’s was officially named both the Best Restaurant in Egypt and the Best Restaurant in the Middle East & North Africa 2026 on 3 February 2026 during the MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants awards ceremony.  Sponsored by S.Pellegrino and Acq...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:30:06 +0000
The Silent Struggle Continues: Living With Bulimia During Pregnancy
In 2024, I wrote an article about eating disorders and the difficulty of being in recovery from bulimia during the holy month of Ramadan. Over time, I created a plan that works for me, one that helped me stay grounded when fasting, family gatherings,...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:26:19 +0000
New York’s Popular Show ‘Subway Takes’ May Come to Cairo
  Egyptian-American comedian, filmmaker, and media personality Kareem Rahma announced on Tuesday, 12 February, that his viral Instagram series ‘Subway Takes’ might be coming home to Cairo. Rahma, 39, was invited as a special guest speaker to...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:32:35 +0000
Who Are Egypt’s New Ministers?
  Egypt’s House of Representatives today approved a major cabinet reshuffle proposed by President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, in a session led by Parliament Speaker Hisham Badawi.  The motion passed with a majority of members present, clearing the ...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:34:33 +0000
Ramadan 2026 Delivers Drama, Romance, and Star-Studded Stories
The holy month of Ramadan approaches, and people are getting ready for worship, fasting, delicious food, and entertaining television. Astronomers are preparing for the moon sighting, and broadcasters and streaming platforms are preparing a crowded te...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:45:06 +0000
Egyptian Authorities Foil Planned Event Tied to Controversial Epstein Name
Egypt’s Ministry of Interior has intervened to prevent a planned event titled “A Day on Epstein Island,” which was scheduled to take place at a nightclub in Cairo on the 10th of February. The event, which drew significant public scrutiny, w...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:06:37 +0000
El-Prince Restaurant Reopens After Years of Closure
After years of silence and speculation, one of Cairo’s most talked-about kitchens is back. El-Prince Restaurant, a name long associated with crowded sidewalks, sizzling liver sandwiches, and late-night queues, officially reopened in December 2025. ...

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