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Tensions boil as Egypt votes on new constitution

Egyptians over the weekend cast ballots in a two-part referendum on its proposed new constitution. But protests, meanwhile continue, with protesters for and against the constitution taking to the street. It’s gotten to the point where business officials say its cutting into their profits.

Egyptian political transition faces crucial test in next few weeks

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Egypt’s Controversial Referendum Continues to Fan Political Crisis

Conflict & Justice
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Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood Demands Military Step Aside

Global Politics

Ominous Warnings Ahead of Egypt’s Run-off Vote

Global Politics
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Mubarak Sentenced to Life In Prison, Egyptians Take to the Streets Once More

When Hosni Mubarak was sentenced to life in prison on Saturday, some Egyptians rejoiced. But many felt the verdict didn’t go far enough, and took to the streets. On Sunday, Egypt’s state prosecutor office said it would appeal the sentences and push once again for the death penalty. These protests come in the midst of […]

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Egyptian Election: Split Vote Keeps Centrist Candidates from Advancing

Lifestyle & Belief

Host Marco Werman talks to reporter Ursula Lindsey in Cairo about the public’s reaction to the results of the first round of Egypt’s presidential election.

Egypt Election: No Clear Winner

Conflict & Justice

The Muslim Brotherhood’s candidate for Egyptian president, Mohammed Mursi, is likely to face former Prime Minister Ahmed Shafiq in a run-off vote, according to partial election results. Early counts put Mursi on about 26% and Shafiq at roughly 24 percent.

Top of the Hour: Update from Libya, Morning Headlines

Eastern Libya saw continued air strikes by Gadhafi’s forces this morning as rebels continue to fight for freedom. Elsewhere in the region: Egyptian prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq has resigned, which was a key demand of the protesters; and Yemeni President Ali Saleh has agreed to step down at the end of the year, but he’s […]

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Egypt’s reformers still unhappy

Conflict & Justice

Ahmed Shafiq’s departure is seen as another victory for anti-government demonstrators. But as The World’s Matthew Bell reports from Cairo, opposition leaders say many of their demands are still not met and protests in Cairo’s Tahrir Square will continue.

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