Lebanon can use bipolar electoral order
Lebanon is unique among the Arab countries in being a democratic system based on parliamentary representation. In this regard, it is comparable to the political systems of other modern democracies…
Egypt introduces changes, much remains the same
Egypt's ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) should be congratulated for its handling of the March 26 referendum. Well-scripted, timed, and executed, it also fulfilled the public's expectations. Everyone knew the…
Cleric seeks damages in Italy for 'CIA kidnap'
Reuters ROME: A Muslim cleric is seeking millions of euros in damages from the Italian state, after accusing CIA agents and Italian spies of kidnapping him in Milan and flying…
The secret of a saint
CAIRO: It is a shrine without a tomb, a fountainhead of blessings you need only walk through to be consecrated. But while some visit Bab Zuweila in search of miracles,…
Voting in Cairo: what's in a little name mix-up?
CAIRO: I was boycotting the referendum. It was, in my opinion, the best way to send the message that I am against the proposed constitutional amendments.It was also the best…
Three new cases of bird flu bringing the total to 30
CAIRO: An Egyptian woman and two children were reported infected with a virulent strain of bird flu Tuesday, bringing to 30 the total number of Egyptians to be diagnosed with…
Courage and disappointment on stage
Psychologists may disagree, but for every individual - as contrasted with the collective - there are no set reactions for dealing with persistent failures and disappointments.Does one have to blame…
Arab leaders to mandate peace drive at Saudi summit
Agence France-Presse RIYADH: Arab leaders kicked off a two-day summit in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday aiming to revive a dormant plan for peace with Israel and launch a diplomatic offensive…
Half a kilo of meat for voters in referendum
Human Rights groups highlight referendum violationsEgyptian Human Rights groups have already issued their reports on numerous types of violations during the March 26 referendum on constitutional amendments including the requisite…
Government to cancel Sidi Abdel Rahman deal
CAIRO: The Holding Company for Tourism (HCT) announced yesterday it is launching legal action against Emaar Misr to reclaim the Sidi Abdel Rahman land plot sold for LE 1.2 billion…