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Egyptian cultural event tonight

WORTHINGTON — The Culture Corner will present Exotic Egypt from 6:30 to 8 p.m. today in room 501 at Minnesota West.

April 25, 2013

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Egypt’s political foes dig in their heels

Clashes continue after president issues edicts making him immune to oversight
CAIRO (AP) — Supporters and opponents of Egypt’s president on Sunday grew more entrenched in their potentially destabilizing battle over the Islamist leader’s move to assume near absolute powers, with neither side appearing willing to back down as the stock market plunged amid the fresh turmoil.

By Associated Press , November 25, 2012

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Column: Should the West believe Egypt’s new president?

CHICAGO — Throughout America’s history, there have been people who denied threats from our enemies. During the Revolutionary War, significant numbers sided with the British monarchy. Enablers in politics, the media and even religion helped Communism remain in power for seven decades in the Soviet Union. German Nazis had their U.S. apologists.

By Cal Thomas , June 29, 2012

Egypt police, protesters clash after soccer riot

Egypt police, protesters clash after soccer riot CAIRO (AP) — Anger over a deadly soccer riot erupted in fresh clashes that injured nearly 400 people Thursday as security forces fired tear gas at fans and other protesters who accused police of failing to stop the violence.

By Associated Press , February 02, 2012

Mubarak trial encapsulates divisions in Egypt

Mubarak trial encapsulates divisions in Egypt CAIRO (AP) — Hosni Mubarak, on trial for his life, is ferried to court by helicopter from a presidential hospital suite. His sons and co-defendants swagger in wearing designer track suits and no handcuffs. His security chief is treated with near reverence by police in the courtroom.

By Associated Press , January 17, 2012

'Egypt is Free' chants Tahrir after Mubarak quits

'Egypt is Free' chants Tahrir after Mubarak quits CAIRO (AP) — Cries of "Egypt is free" rang out and fireworks lit up the sky over Cairo's Tahrir Square where hundreds of thousands danced, wept and prayed in joyful pandemonium Friday after 18 days of mass pro-democracy protests forced President Hosni Mubarak to hand over power to the military, ending three decades of authoritarian rule.

By LEE KEATH and MAGGIE MICHAEL,Associated Press , February 11, 2011

2:10 p.m. Update: US leaders welcome Mubarak's resignation

2:10 p.m. Update
WASHINGTON (AP) — Caught up in stunning news like the rest of the world, President Barack Obama was in an Oval Office meeting Friday when he learned of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak's resignation. He watched the celebration on television and prepared to make an afternoon statement.

By BEN FELLER,AP White House Correspondent , February 11, 2011

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2:10 p.m. Update: Mubarak exit sets off celebrations across Mideast

2:10 p.m. Update
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) — Revelers swept joyously into the streets across the Middle East on Friday after Hosni Mubarak stepped down as Egypt's president. From Beirut to Gaza, tens of thousands handed out candy, set off fireworks and unleashed celebratory gunfire into the air.

By ZEINA KARAM,Associated Press , February 11, 2011

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2:10 p.m. Update: Democracy protests bring down Egypt's Mubarak

2:10 p.m. Update: Democracy protests bring down Egypt's Mubarak 2:10 p.m.
CAIRO (AP) — Fireworks burst over Tahrir Square and Egypt exploded with joy and tears of relief after pro-democracy protesters brought down President Hosni Mubarak with a momentous march on his palaces and state TV. Mubarak, who until the end seemed unable to grasp the depth of resentment over his three decades of authoritarian rule, finally resigned Friday and handed power to the military.

By MAGGIE MICHAEL and PAUL SCHEMM,Associated Press , February 11, 2011

12:40 a.m. Update: Stocks rally after Mubarak relinquishes power

12:40 p.m. Update
NEW YORK (AP) — News that Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak resigned sent stocks modestly higher around the world Friday. Investors were waiting to see if the unrest in Egypt might still spread to other countries.

By CHIP CUTTER,AP Business Writer , February 11, 2011

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Egypt's Mubarak stays in post, hands powers to VP

CAIRO (AP) — Egypt's Hosni Mubarak refused to step down or leave the country and instead handed his powers to his vice president Thursday, remaining president and ensuring regime control over the reform process. Stunned protesters in central Cairo who demand his ouster waved their shoes in contempt and shouted, "Leave, leave, leave."

By MAGGIE MICHAEL,Associated Press , February 10, 2011

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Obama: US backs orderly transition in Egypt

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama called for an "orderly and genuine" transition to democracy in Egypt on Thursday amid reports that Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak was about to step down.

By ERICA WERNER and TOM RAUM, Associated Press , February 10, 2011

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Egypt army takes charge, Mubarak to address nation

CAIRO (AP) — Egypt's military announced on national television it had stepped in to secure the country and promised protesters calling for President Hosni Mubarak's ouster that all their demands would soon be met. Mubarak planned a speech to the nation Thursday night, raising expectations he would step down or transfer his powers.

By MAGGIE MICHAEL,Associated Press , February 10, 2011

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Egyptian minister denies Mubarak will step down

CAIRO (AP) — State TV says Egypt's information minister has denied that President Hosni Mubarak will step down.

By MAGGIE MICHAEL,Associated Press , February 10, 2011

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Egypt army steps in, sign Mubarak has lost power

CAIRO (AP) — Egypt's military announced on national television that it has stepped in to "safeguard the country" on Thursday and assured protesters that President Hosni Mubarak will meet their demands in the strongest indication yet that Egypt's longtime leader has lost power. In Washington, the CIA chief said there was a "strong likelihood" Mubarak will step down Thursday.

By MAGGIE MICHAEL,Associated Press , February 10, 2011

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