Features/Interviews
Egyptian women protect rights from Islamist groups
July 21, 2011
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
July 20, 2011
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
July 20, 2011
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
July 20, 2011
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
July 19, 2011
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
July 19, 2011
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
July 18, 2011
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
July 18, 2011
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
July 17, 2011
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
July 17, 2011
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…