Features/Interviews
Civil society seeks to fight back against govt attacks
August 24, 2011
Civil society seeks to fight back against govt attacks
Thirty-six civil society groups released a statement on 24 August condemning the “smear campaign” being conducted against them by Egypt’s…
Crisis brewing over constitutional principles
August 24, 2011
Crisis brewing over constitutional principles
A cabinet-backed charter calling for legal provisions guaranteeing a democratic and secular Egyptian government has sparked fierce debate - and…
Popular committees bring true spirit of democracy to the streets
August 23, 2011
Popular committees bring true spirit of democracy to the streets
Protests in Tahrir Square might be slowing down for now, but the ongoing struggle for dignity, freedom and social justice…
After months in Cairo, Libyans eager to return home
August 23, 2011
After months in Cairo, Libyans eager to return home
When a game of pool is at stake, 23-year-old Marwan Soltan develops a determined gaze as he analyzes his possible…
Ramadan’s talk shows display their forgiving side
August 23, 2011
Ramadan’s talk shows display their forgiving side
Along with fasting during the day, the other main feature of Ramadan is the peak television and talk show season…
Luxor keeps revolutionary fire burning in Upper Egypt
August 22, 2011
Luxor keeps revolutionary fire burning in Upper Egypt
Much of the media and activists’ attention in revolutionary Egypt has focused on developments in Cairo, Alexandria and Suez. But…
Israeli commentators find reassurance in Egypt’s military rulers
August 22, 2011
Israeli commentators find reassurance in Egypt’s military rulers
As Israel’s diplomatic crisis with Egypt intensified this past week, commentators in the Israeli press have been unable to resist…
In reminder of pre-revolution days, people gather to discuss injustice
August 22, 2011
In reminder of pre-revolution days, people gather to discuss injustice
A year ago, the Freedoms Committee of Cairo’s Journalists’ Syndicate was one of the few venues available to rights and…
Ramadan talk show questions Salafi dogmas
August 21, 2011
Ramadan talk show questions Salafi dogmas
Ahmed Abu Haiba, the host of a new talk show this Ramadan, has an ambitious agenda. He hopes that his…
Egypt, Israel attempt to ease tension after mounting violence
August 21, 2011
Egypt, Israel attempt to ease tension after mounting violence
Egypt and Israel sought on Sunday to defuse a diplomatic crisis over the killing of five Egyptian security personnel during…