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Civil society seeks to fight back against govt attacks

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…
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