Sundown on the Ottawa River

Monday, February 7, 2011

Egypt protesters remain calm allowing Superbowl to take over headlines

For many Americans (and Canadians who follow the NFL) it appears that yesterday's Superbowl game (which Greenbay Packers won btw) took the attention away from headlines about events occurring in Egypt. From what I've read this morning, it was a relatively calm day in Egypt, with no major violent events reported. It might be a sign that a rational approach to regime change may be in the works.

Also, there are still many protesters who refuse to return home and are continuing to occupy Cairo's Tahrir Square. They were described as forming a human chain around the 'Mugammo' which is a government complex where people go to have paperwork processed. On a positive note for people who need cash, the banks are open for the second straight day, but bad news for investors, as the stock market is not expected to open until next week. And for parents with kids it may be difficult, as schools remain closed. Kids probably not as upset, since they likely don't get any 'Snow-days'.

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