Revolution

We may be thinking about tonight's SOTU meanwhile people in the Middle East are taking to the streets. This is something to keep an eye on.

Guardian UK: Protests in Egypt and unrest in Middle East

As midnight approaches in Cairo thousands of protesters are still occupying the Tahrir Square, vowing to remain in place until the government falls. News has reached Egyptians here of deaths in Suez and the capital, as well as unconfirmed reports that Gamal Mubarak – the president's wildly unpopular son and presumed heir apparent – has fled to London, and they appear more determined than ever to hold their ground.