To Haul Pyramid Stones Over Egyptian Sands, Just Add Water
A clue from an Egyptian tomb has provided scientists with a new explanation of how stones were transported for the construction of pyramids.
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Relationship Between Man and Cat May Be Older Than We Think
Remains suggest cats may have been domesticated in Egypt 5,700 years ago.
Looking for an Off-Ramp Before Egypt’s Civil War
If we had a solid way to predict war, maybe they could be stopped before they even started. Academe is working on making its models better at the task.
The Success of the Military Coup
New research by political scientists finds that, since 1991, most of the world’s coups have resulted in competitive elections.
Egypt’s Sexual Violence Epidemic
A string of attacks on women "highlight the failure of government and all political parties," according to a Human Rights Watch statement.
The Long-Term Harm Caused by Short-Term Exposure to Violence
A study of the political upheaval in Kenya shows what harm violence can have on the children who witness it.
Should the World Cut Off Egypt’s Foreign Aid?
Maybe not, says the World Bank's former head number cruncher.
Someone Successfully Explained Egypt’s Politics! (In English)
Below, an excerpt from must-read, Cairo-based Sarah Carr (tagline: “1/2 Egyptian. It’s My Country Too You Bastards”) who…