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In Egypt, political turmoil hits tourism business
Jul 8, 2013
Violent clashes between rival political factions, the army and police are scaring off tourists in a country where 10% of the economy is tourism-related.
Reporter's Notebook: In Egypt, report or stay safe?
Jul 4, 2013
Egyptian coup leaves freelance journalist a choice between on-the-ground reporting and risks to her safety.
Twitter translating Egyptian tweets
by
Kai Ryssdal
Jul 3, 2013
Earlier this week, Twitter quietly launched a translation service.
For Egypt’s young people, jobs are few
Feb 3, 2012
One year after the Egyptian revolution, the country's youth have free speech -- but still face massive unemployment levels.
For some in Egypt -- enough protests already!
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?
Jan 26, 2012
How Egyptians are fairing economically one year after the end of ruler Hosni Mubarak's reign.
Egyptian uprising celebrates one-year anniversary
Jan 25, 2012
One year ago today, protesters in Egypt rose up against the government there.
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2011 in review: The rise of the people
Dec 27, 2011
From the Arab Spring to the Occupy Wall Street protests, discussions over income inequality took center stage this year -- and they aren't dying down anytime soon.