An opiate called tramadol has become increasingly popular in Egypt, but many are unaware of its dangers.
![Sixty percent of Cairo's rehab patients are admitted for tramadol addiction [Alessandro Accorsi/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/20131127101835478371_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
An opiate called tramadol has become increasingly popular in Egypt, but many are unaware of its dangers.
![Sixty percent of Cairo's rehab patients are admitted for tramadol addiction [Alessandro Accorsi/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/20131127101835478371_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)
Some Syrians welcome US strikes against Assad’s military, others fear the loss of innocent lives.

Unfounded reports of “Sexual Jihad”, drones and poor hygiene contribute to a political climate of demonisation.

Non-Arab Africans say they are routine victims of discrimination by officials and on the street.

Once thriving Suez Canal city is a pale shadow of itself as rising crime forces people and businesses off the streets.

Workers in the country’s public and private sectors bear the weight of a flagging economy and a new constitution.
![Cairo transport strike leaves passenegrs stranded [Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/2013428145448932734_20.jpeg?resize=270%2C180&quality=80)