Amgad Fawzy
Amgad Fawzy is a freelance journalist, writer and filmmaker based in New York City. In the past, he has worked in the financial services and advertising industries. Amgad was previously a staff writer for a Private Equity trade publication and has written for the NYU humor publication, The Plague. His main areas of interest and expertise are finance, politics, advertising and design, civil liberties, film and literature. You can follow him on Twitter: @JustTheAMG
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RIAA, MPAA Support Anti-Piracy Legislation that Allows Warrantless SearchesIn an effort to curb the pirating of music and films, two California state senate committees approved a new bill that would authorize law enforcement personnel to search facilities that press and duplicate optical discs without a search warrant.Also published on:
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State Lawmakers Seek to Alter Marijuana Law in Response to NYPD TacticsTwo separate bills were introduced simultaneously in New York's State Senate and Assembly that seek to reclassify public possession of small amounts of marijuana from a misdemeanor to a violation.Also published on:
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Suspects Still at Large in February Anti-Gay Hate CrimeBarie Shortell was attacked Feb. 22 while walking home in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. No arrests have been made in connection to a February attack motivated by the victim's perceived sexual orientation.Also published on:
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Bloomberg's Third Term Marred by Ineptitude, MisstepsWhile it was fair to blame unpopular decisions for Mayor Bloomberg's poor approval ratings back in 2003, last month's poll numbers are motivated by a confluence of bad decisions, miscalculations and poor management.
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Mayor Bloomberg and Police Department Intensify Crackdown on CyclistsDespite the ubiquitous lime-green bicycle lanes cropping up all over New York City, Mayor Bloomberg's office and the NYPD have stepped up their crackdown on cyclists.Also published on:
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Liberty City ConfidentialWhile it's true that each successive game in the GTA oeuvre improved on the gameplay, graphics, physics and storyline of its predecessor, GTA IV proved to be far more advanced than fans and critics had imagined.
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Credit Card Pros and ConsCredit cards are big business for major US banks, but they're increasingly putting many American families in big financial trouble. This list of credit card pros and cons can help you avoid many consumer credit pitfalls.
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Best Spring Beers for 2011Spring is upon us, and that means it's time to fire up the backyard grill or stop by a bar with an outdoor patio for a pint and some sunshine. We've compiled this list of pale ales and wheat beers that are perfect for springtime imbibing.
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Top 10 Interior Design BlogsWhether you're looking to spruce up your living space or turn your home into an ode to minimalist design, there's a wealth of sites out there that can offer great ideas and tips.
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Five Documentaries to Watch This Earth DayScience and nature documentaries to watch for Earth Day 2011, including Food, Inc., March of the Penguins and Grizzly Man. Explore environmental issues and marvel at the beauty of nature through these five amazing films.