Muslim Brotherhood candidate takes lead

Egypt's landmark presidential election looks set to go to a run-off vote in which Muslim Brotherhood candidate Mohamed Morsi could face former regime figure Ahmed Shafik, according to partial results reported Friday. FULL STORY | CONTENDERS: MOUSSA | SABAHY | MORSI | SHAFIK | FOTOH

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