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Egyptian revolution anniversary: 4 activists explain the work left
On the anniversary of the Egyptian uprising that swept former President Hosni Mubarak from power, many of those who protested are not celebrating. Four activists tell the Monitor why.
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North Korea not the only offender: 6 official photo fudgings
As state manipulators of the media go, few can compare to North Korea, which found it necessary to doctor an official photograph of Kim Jong-il's funeral procession.
Just as governments are finding it easier to use technology to manipulate images, so too is the public finding it easier to spot such digital trickery. Here are six noteworthy attempts by governments to shape media coverage through image manipulation.
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How do key countries rank on corruption?
Every year, the group Transparency International releases its Corruption Perception Index, which measures the perception of corruption – misuse of public resources, bribery, and backdoor deals, to name a few - in countries worldwide.
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Who's who in Egypt's election
Today Egyptians are wrapping up the first of several rounds of voting for the first Egyptian parliament since the ousting of former President Hosni Mubarak. Here are the options facing Egyptians as they go to the polls.
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Palestinian statehood: why Arabs have turned on Obama
President Obama, who made Israeli-Palestinian peace a priority from the outset of his administration, is now the US leader with incongruously bad relations with the Arab world. Here are three key causes of the deterioration in ties – and three steps that the can be taken to mend US relations with Arabs and Muslims.
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Gaza rockets strain Israel-Hamas truce
Palestinian militants from Islamic Jihad fired rockets on Israel Tuesday in retaliation for an Israeli strike on its members in the West Bank.
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Syria sees warming ties in Middle East
Its improved standing poses challenge to US policy of isolation.
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Food crisis: A daily quest for bread in Cairo
A 'bread crisis' that broke out in January has not subsided despite government efforts.
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World
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Sharm el-Sheik hosts tourists, world leaders
Arab dignitaries met at Egypt's 'Red Sea Riviera' for the World Economic Forum. Outside, security was tight.
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Bush contrasts Arab, Israeli paths
In speeches during his Mideast swing, the president lectured Arab regimes but praised Israel.
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As Bush leaves Mideast, he gives Arab leaders a to-do list for reform
In Sharm el-Sheik Sunday, the president chided Arab leaders for lagging behind on democratic progress, in sharp contrast to a speech in which he praised Israel.
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Reporters on the Job
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Arab TV feels the pinch of new broadcast limits
The Arab League has adopted new restrictions on satellite broadcasters warning them not to insult Arab leaders.
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Amid violent riots, Egyptian elections fizzle
The opposition Muslim Brotherhood, facing repression, failed to harness growing public discontent.
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Egypt targets Muslim Brotherhood moderates
President Hosni Mubarak's regime is clamping down on the banned opposition group ahead of next month's local elections.
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Palestinians feud, but Egypt and Hamas working more closely
Meeting in Cairo fails to mend the divide between President Abbas and Hamas over Gaza border.
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Terrorism & Security
Cellphone and Internet access helps – and hinders – accurate reporting in KenyaAn online mapping project depicts violence reported by ordinary Africans. But inaccurate or biased reports can serve to inflame tensions.
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Opinion: No way to avoid Hamas now
Excluding the militant group won't secure peace in the Middle East.
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Pakistanis lobby U.S. against February elections
Well-known politician Imran Khan argues that reinstating the judiciary is more important.
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Hamas gains edge as border crisis eases
Palestinian militants and Egypt restored some order on the border Sunday, and Hamas gains leverage in negotiations.
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Gaza busts out of its blockade
A new hole opens in the Arab-Israeli peace strategy of isolating Hamas.
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World
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Gaza tunnel smugglers stay busy
Alleged weapons smuggling in tunnels underneath the Egypt-Gaza border has become a major sticking point amid President Bush's new push for peace in the Middle East.
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Reporters on the Job
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World
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