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Egyptian women protect rights from Islamist groups

Egyptian women protect rights from Islamist groups

Feminists dismayed that Egypt's revolution is failing to advance their cause are trying to rally disparate women's groups to defend…
Confusion and frustrations loom around Egypt’s new cabinet

Confusion and frustrations loom around Egypt’s new cabinet

The delay of the swearing-in of 14 new ministers and two deputies have raised concerns about looming tensions around the…
Tourist visa changes could leave expats with little recourse

Tourist visa changes could leave expats with little recourse

The Mugamma has long been a symbol of Egypt’s bloated government bureaucracy, and for foreigners who have endured the long…
Nearing 2-week mark, Tahrir sit-in becomes Tahrir City

Nearing 2-week mark, Tahrir sit-in becomes Tahrir City

As the ongoing Tahrir Square sit-in wraps up its second week, the tent city in the heart of downtown Cairo…
Political groups seek consensus on constitutional clauses, drop special role for military

Political groups seek consensus on constitutional clauses, drop special role for military

Members of various social and political organizations have pooled their minds and resources in an attempt to create a unified…
Egypt’s military seeks future political role

Egypt’s military seeks future political role

Egypt's ruling generals are seeking to enshrine a future role for themselves with considerable independence from civilian leaders and possibly…
Trials of ex-officials present myriad challenges

Trials of ex-officials present myriad challenges

With dozens of officials from former President Hosni Mubarak’s regime, including his sons, closest aides, and at least eight former…
Unleashed by the old regime, xenophobia persists

Unleashed by the old regime, xenophobia persists

Amira Mikhail, half Egyptian and half American, has lived in Egypt for the majority of her life but, as she…
Despite revolution, Emergency Law remains in force

Despite revolution, Emergency Law remains in force

Ending the state of emergency has long been a priority for pro-reform Egyptians and was one of the main demands…
In Suez, popular committees drive change

In Suez, popular committees drive change

SUEZ - Egypt was on edge on Tuesday as protesters in Suez made their way to the Suez Canal, sparking…
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