Egypt says ‘free hug day’ is effort to incite debauchery

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Egypt says ‘free hug day’ is effort to incite debauchery

Special to WorldTribune.com “Free hug day” is not being embraced by Egyptian officials. In a country where public displays of affection are frowned upon, officials see “free hug day” as an effort to incite debauchery. In fact, Egyptian authorities have vowed to arrest any participant in the hug festival planned by online activists for March […]

Egypt, in nod to Russia, raising airport security to highest level

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Egypt, in nod to Russia, raising airport security to highest level

Special to WorldTribune.com Egypt, in an effort to bring back Russian tourists, has agreed to raise airport security to its highest level. The highest level of security checks will be put in place at airports in Cairo, Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada. Russia has indicated it may resume flights to Egypt next month, “Intourist” Deputy General […]