This morning’s key headlines from GenerationalDynamics.com.

Pakistan shuts down intelligence sharing liaison centers

In further moves to end military and intelligence cooperation with the United States, Pakistan has told the U.S. to cut back its troops in the country, and is closing three military liaison centers, setting back U.S. efforts to eliminate Taliban and al-Qaeda sanctuaries in Pakistan’s tribal areas. Pakistan has become increasingly nationalistic and anti-American since the military operation that killed Osama bin Laden. LA Times

Protests are harming Syria’s economy

It’s Friday again, and time for massive new protests in Syria following midday prayers. The protests are eviscerating Syria’s economy, as billions of dollars in projects by investors in Gulf nations are being shut down. Daily Star (Lebanon)

Egypt will permanently reopen Gaza border crossing on Saturday

Egypt has announced that it will permanently reopen the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza on Saturday, allowing regular pedestrian traffic. Israelis have objected, saying that the open border will allow weapons to be smuggled into Gaza. Jerusalem Post

With the border crossing opening, Palestinian Investment Fund (PIF) is launching a $1 billion fund to invest in the reconstruction of Gaza Strip. Plans are to build an airport, seaport, water desalination plants and an expanded electric network. Arab News

Egypt’s protesters seek a ‘second revolution’

Mass demonstrations are planned for Friday in Cairo Egypt’s Tahrir Square, and it’s being called “the second revolution demonstration,” because of activist impatience with the speed of governmental change. The Muslim Brotherhood is officially staying out of the protests but the Muslim Brotherhood’s young guard will participate. Haaretz

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News you can use: Don’t bother buying your wife or girlfriend flowers…she’ll only think you’re cheating. Daily Mail