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Egypt holds first round of presidential elections
Kai Ryssdal May 23, 2012
It's a historic day for the country. Journalist Amira Ahmed talks about the atmosphere in Egypt right now.
In Tunisia, more democracy but still much poverty
Reese Erlich Apr 12, 2012
More than a year after the revolt that toppled Tunisia’s ruler, Zine al Abidine Ben Ali, discontent is rising because of poverty and unemployment.
Egypt asks IMF for $3 billion loan
Stacey Vanek Smith Mar 19, 2012
After turning down a similar package in June, Egypt goes back to the International Monetary Fund for help as its economy weaken and interest rates increase.
Tensions in Middle East affecting oil prices
Adriene Hill Feb 15, 2012
Oil prices are on the rise today, in part because of news out of Syria. But there are also bigger picture problems to worry about.
Wael Ghonim on the Arab Spring and social media
John Moe Feb 6, 2012
A key figure in the Egyptian protests looks back and looks ahead.
For Egypt’s young people, jobs are few
Stephen Beard Feb 3, 2012
One year after the Egyptian revolution, the country's youth have free speech -- but still face massive unemployment levels.
As Egypt goes, so goes the Middle East?
Reza Aslan Jan 27, 2012
Commentator Reza Aslan says the outcome of Egypt's experiment with democracy has implications for the region as a whole.
Egypt's youth await jobs revolution
Stephen Beard Jan 27, 2012
A year after Egypt's revolution toppled the old political elite, many young people complain there's democracy but still no work.
For some in Egypt -- enough protests already!
Stephen Beard Jan 27, 2012
For a year, protesters in Cairo’s Tahrir Square have demanded freedom and economic opportunity. Some say it’s time now to stop the protests.
One Year On: Are Egyptians better off?
Stephen Beard Jan 27, 2012
How Egyptians are fairing economically one year after the end of ruler Hosni Mubarak's reign.
