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2013 Pulitzer Prize winners: 4 excellent books
Months before the Pulitzer Prize committee got there, the Monitor's book critics had already let readers know that these four books were something special. Here's why.
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10 influential authors who came to the US as immigrants
These 10 immigrant authors have all made significant contributions to US literature and culture.
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International Women's day: 3 challenges women face around the world
Issues such as violence, inequality at work, and traditional expectations confront women on every continent around the world. Here is a sampling of challenges women faced this year:
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How much do you know about Egypt? Take this quiz.
Egypt galvanized the world with its 2011 revolution that upended 30 years of authoritarian rule and ushered in a tumultuous new political era. Straddling Africa and Asia, the country is one of the longest continually inhabited areas in the world and has a rich history and culture to match. But how much do you really know about this country?
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10 coffee table books that make great gifts
Stuck for a present for that friend that's hard to shop for? Check out one of these gorgeous coffee table books.
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After Taliban Baradar arrest, does Bin Laden matter?
Pakistan announced the arrest of the most senior Afghanistan Taliban commander since 2001, Taliban number 2 Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar. With growing intelligence cooperation between the US and Pakistan, could Osama bin Laden be next?
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Hillary Clinton's Middle East tour: It's all about Iran
Adm. Mike Mullen and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton kicked off an eight-nation swing Sunday through the Middle East. The focus of the trip? Iran's nuclear ambitions.
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Super Bowl, Olympics, Super Mario: How games help teach
It's easy to dismiss the Super Bowl, Monopoly, and Grand Theft Auto as a waste of time. But games go way beyond racking up points or winning Winter Olympic gold.
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In conservative Egypt, radio show targets stigma on divorced women
Mahasen Saber started 'Divorce radio' to reverse popular conceptions of divorced women, long stimatized in Egypt's conservative society, and create a supportive community.
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In Pictures: Faces of the World
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Briefing: Why Christians are declining in Mideast
The Iraq war, a declining birth rate, and discrimination are causing Christians to abandon a region they've lived in for two millenniums.
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African Nations Cup: Egypt win over Algeria sends national pride soaring
After Egypt vanquished Algeria 4-0 in the African Nations Cup, the country exploded in celebration.
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This just in: Politics as usual grips Washington
Though President Obama criticized the "perpetual campaign" mentality in Washington, political gamesmanship is as old as civilization.
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Opinion: More airport security won’t do much to stop terrorists. Leaving the Middle East would.
Ending US interference, including military support for Israel, could significantly reduce the rationale for terrorist acts.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 01/25
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Egyptian female bodyguards mix hijabs with aikido
Egypt's first female bodyguard unit empowers women while meeting a demand for increased security among wealthy women and at major events.
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Peace, the wilderness, and Afghanistan
A Christian Science perspective.
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Egypt: Why key US ally in Mideast peace is weaker
While Egypt’s pressure on Hamas has backed the Islamist movement into a corner, it has also inflamed Palestinian anger by doing so – and thus weakened Egypt’s power as a regional negotiator.
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Israel-Turkey spat reveals Israel's new 'national pride' policy
Turkey today accepted Israel's second, stronger apology. But changes in both countries' leadership – and in regional politics – are straining a long-standing and relatively close relationship.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 01/13
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Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood to name new conservative leader Mohamed Badie
Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood is expected to name Mohamed Badie as its new Supreme Guide on Saturday – a move that could alienate reformists and stymie their efforts to challenge President Mubarak.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 01/11
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Egypt salvages its modern treasures
With Cairo in transition, collectors scramble to save a fading era.
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Israel’s plan to stem African immigration: Wall on Egypt’s border
Israel says the wall, a $270 million project unveiled Sunday aimed at stemming immigration from Africa, will ensure its Jewish and democratic character.
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US says no plan to cut Israel loan guarantees, but it's been tried before
US Mideast Envoy George Mitchell hinted over the weekend that the US could withhold loan guarantees from Israel to pressure the Jewish state back to peace talks with Palestinians. Aid has been used to try to change Israel's behavior in the past, with mixed results.
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Egypt says Jewish slaves didn't build pyramids
Egyptian archeologists presented new evidence Monday that the people who worked on the Great Pyramids of Giza were not Jewish slaves, but paid laborers. Newly discovered tombs show construction workers were honored by being buried near the pyramids.
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Middle East conflict: US tries new approach for peace
The US relaunches peace efforts in the Middle East conflict, this time apparently focusing right away on ‘final status’ issues.
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Egypt: Why Christian, Muslim clashes are different this time
The attack that killed six Christians as they left a Jan. 7 Christmas mass, and the ensuing clashes between Christian protesters and Egypt's mainly Muslim security forces, may signal a turn for the worse.
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Jordanian double agent: Wife says he saw US as adversary
Defne Bayrak, the Turkish wife of suspected Jordanian double agent Balawi, says she was shocked at the news of his suicide attack. She also said that while in Jordan, he wrote articles for jihad websites.
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Border clash raises Egyptian anger over Gaza blockade
Hamas kills an Egyptian soldier on the Gaza border Wednesday. But public anger isn't directed toward the Palestinians. Many Egyptians see it as the latest event to rile Arabs over Egypt’s role in the embargo of Gaza.
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