Reforms, not votes, will ensure Lebanese independence
WASHINGTON, DC: Since the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafic Hariri in 2005, US policy toward Lebanon has evolved into a robust one whose mantra - a sovereign and independent…
Obama pours balm on painful divisions
Judging by the standing ovation President Barack Obama received when he reached out to the Muslim world at Cairo University, his words have been accepted as balm on hurt wounds.…
NCW applauds draft law upping women's seats in PA
CAIRO: The National Council for Women (NCW) lauded a proposed law that would increase the number of seats occupied by women in the People's Assembly (PA).At a press conference Wednesday,…
Dalia Mogahed gives US administration insider perspective
CAIRO: In preparation for his long-awaited address to the Muslim world, US President Barack Obama turned to the White House Advisory Council on Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships for pointers.Sitting on…
Egyptian, Lebanese journalists receive press freedom award
CAIRO: The European Commission, in conjunction with the Samir Kassir foundation, presented two Middle Eastern journalists with the Samir Kassir Award for Freedom of the Press in Beirut on Tuesday.Egyptian…
Kefaya blames heavy security for thwarted demonstration
CAIRO: A protest planned by the Kefaya movement for change on Wednesday night was thwarted by heavy police presence and the arrest of one of its organizers.At a June 3…
Beatles videogame premiers with McCartney and Ringo
Sir Paul McCartney wildly played air guitar as he and Ringo Starr strode on stage Monday for the world debut of a videogame that lets players pretend to be The…
