Kurdish Media Freedoms Still Under Threat
Death of journalist and subsequent crackdown on press freedom have raised serious questions about claim that region is democratic model for rest of country.
Keeping Flame of Bahraini Activism Burning
As Manama turns the screws on opposition movement, one diaspora Bahraini says she's determined to maintain her online coverage of uprising despite death threats and slurs.
Egypt's Christians Fear Post-Mubarak Era
Signs that many are preparing to flee country because of concerns over Islamic extremism.
Foreign Imports Killing Off Afghan Industry
Manufacturing sector struggles against flood of cheaper imports.
Syrian Refugees Describe Army Violence
Residents of Jisr a-Shughour who escaped to Turkey say civilians are being shot in the town.
Moroccans Want Evolution Not Revolution
People do not have a problem with the king, but rather the pace of change within the establishment.
Yemen's Multiple Power Struggles
Opposition groups staging protests aren't the only groups that want President Saleh to go.
Egyptians Must Stop Seeing Each Other as Enemies
Some way to go to make democratic attitudes take root, particularly when it comes to women’s rights.
Online Activism Fights New Battles in Egypt
Social media still being used to protest against limits to freedom.
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Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.