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Egypt votes in divisive constitutional referendum
15/12/2012 - EGYPT

Egypt votes in divisive constitutional referendum

Egyptians voted Saturday in a two-round constitutional referendum that has sparked weeks of violent protests. The charter is supported by the ruling Islamists but opposed by a broad opposition of liberals, moderate Muslims and Christians.
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Egypt divided ahead of constitution referendum
14/12/2012 - EGYPT

Egypt divided ahead of constitution referendum

Opposition groups in Egypt fear that a “yes” vote in Saturday’s constitution referendum will weaken human rights and usher in sharia-type Islamic laws, while supporters say it is the only way to end political uncertainty in the divided country.
'Egypt's soul on the verge of being shredded'
14/12/2012 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

'Egypt's soul on the verge of being shredded'

We look at coverage in the Arab press about Egypt's referendum on a new constitution. Morsi is criticised for being as bad as Mubarak. Also, the Greek press reports on the sigh of relief in Athens after EU leaders cleared much-needed funds. And is the end of the world nigh? You'd think so in one part of China where there's been panic-buying and stockpiling ahead of December 21st. Join us for this press review while you still can!
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Egypt: online referendum campaigns are under way
13/12/2012 - WEBNEWS

Egypt: online referendum campaigns are under way

Online debate between supporters and detractors of Egypt’s draft constitution. A Twitter round up of 2012. And a 10 year old school boy’s dancing skills set the web abuzz.
North Korea: 'To fire, press here, and the US goes ballistic'
12/12/2012 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

North Korea: 'To fire, press here, and the US goes ballistic'

The International Herald Tribune's cartoon shows the North Korean leader being told all he has to do is press the button for the missile launch and it'll make the US go ballistic. A comment piece in Asharq Alawsat argues that watching current events in Egypt is like "witnessing a battle between infidels and Muslims". And there's a stunning potential breakthrough in treating leukaemia. That's the focus for this edition on Wednesday 12th December, 2012.
US states vote to legalise pot and same-sex marriage
07/11/2012 - US ELECTIONS 2012

US states vote to legalise pot and same-sex marriage

US President Barack Obama's election victory might dominate the front pages of newspapers on Wednesday, but several US states made their own headlines by voting to legalise marijuana and gay marriage, and to make porn stars wear condoms on set.
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US voters to rule on porn, pot and gay marriage
06/11/2012 - US ELECTIONS 2012

US voters to rule on porn, pot and gay marriage

The world’s attention may be focused on the tight US presidential race, but on Tuesday Americans will also weigh in on hundreds of local referendums on issues ranging from same-sex marriage and legalization of marijuana, to condom use by porn stars.
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Israel: 'Iranian threat vanishes from radar as elections take centre stage'
16/10/2012 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

Israel: 'Iranian threat vanishes from radar as elections take centre stage'

Israel is to have an early election and the "Iranian threat vanishes from the radar" with the vote now centre stage. That's the opinion of the Jerusalem Post, although Netanyahu has kicked off his campaign saying Israel has new unspecified "capabilities" to act against Iran. We also look at the upcoming Obama-Romney TV debate and at cartoon reaction to the 2014 Scottish independence referendum. That's the focus for Tuesday 16th October, 2012.
Germans demand referendum on European finances
12/09/2012 - GERMANY

Germans demand referendum on European finances

On Wednesday, the German constitutional court is to give its verdict on the European fiscal pact and crucially on the European stability mechanism, the ESM. Are they compatible with German law or does Germany need to revise its constitution to allow transfer of more power to Brussels? More and more voices are calling for a referendum so that Germans can decide for themselves. This would be the first time a referendum has been held since the 3rd Reich - and a potentially very risky move.
Interior minister quits amid impeachment row
06/08/2012 - ROMANIA

Interior minister quits amid impeachment row

Romanian Interior Minister Ioan Rus resigned on Monday citing "unacceptable" levels of "criticism and pressure" from various political figures over his ministry's handling of an impeachment referendum on President Traian Basescu.
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