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In other words: Who is the alternative to the Muslim Brotherhood?
Before answering this question, ask yourself: Has the Muslim Brotherhood succeeded in…
Leader’s Death Provides New Focus on Egypt’s Jews
Funeral offers rare vision of interfaith harmony
The multi-talented Pakinam El Sharkawy
On 21 April, the internet exploded when an “untrue” (as far as…
Cabinet reshuffle: Bad News
It was quite surprising to sense optimism in some people's voices when…
Short takes
1 Egyptian revolutionaries suffer from the silly habit of always getting…
Justice in Boston and Cairo
By Mina George Yassa Watching the manhunt for the Boston Marathon bombers…
The Protocols of the Elders of Moqattam
The dust had barely settled in Boston last week when, like virulent…
Cherish freedom
By: Philip Whitfield How do you feed your prejudice? Choosing what bits…
Seif pharmacies, racism and bringing down the Ikhwan
On Wednesday, Egyptian activists were in a frenzy. One of the most…