Egypt: Summary of Food and Economic Developments
Egypt's central bank recognizes threats and moves to increase food imports, open banks, and pay those on pensions.
Women Scavengers Face Severe Social Discrimination in India
Years of carrying human excreta on their heads has also taken a toll on their health. Menon confirms that these women suffer from asthma, skin diseases, back pain and sight-related problems. Take the case of Rajjo's neighbour, Sukko, who says that
Cairo Crowds Prepare for a March
Egyptian authorities shut down the Internet and cell-phone service ahead of the protest to stop people from showing-up.
Superficial Friends Turn Their Backs on Egypt
Talk about friends in time of need. Everyone already seems to be eulogizing President Mubarak's rule. Exactly at a time that encouragement and support are needed most, everyone seems to have disappeared.
UN and IRU De-Mine Afghan Roads
The IRU donation will be used to fund a project to clear landmine-contaminated areas along the ring road that links Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, to northern provinces and the neighboring States of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.
