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Egyptian military calls for end to strikes, protests

The Egyptian military has reinforced its efforts to try to return the country to normal.

Will Egypt's military hand over power when time comes?

A Kiwi in Egypt says it's becoming clear Hosni Mubarak's resignation was a military coup, and wonders how keen the military will be to create a real democracy.

Success: Business banks on mobile money

Cellphone entrepreneur tries again, with venture targeting emerging markets.

Mideast uncertainty as Egyptian fervour spreads

Book lover: Dan Shanan

Dan Shanan is a trustee of the Documentary Edge Festival.

Taliban's schoolboy tactics

Gay party draws Bahrain police

Top 10 spots to propose

United States news organisation CNN International has released its top 10 places to propose to a loved one on Valentine's Day.

Motorsport: Courtney eager to race new Commodore

V8 Supercar champion James Courtney is ready to put his new red rocket into hyperdrive in Abu Dhabi this weekend.

Fletcher dips after renewed bid for Crane Group

Al Jazeera off air as battle takes to airwaves

Egypt has shut down the Cairo operations of Al Jazeera as part of a crackdown against anti-government demonstrations.

<i>Nicola Lamb:</i> Quick resolution vital to keep tourist cash flowing

It's hard not to feel both hope and trepidation at what is unfolding in Egypt, writes Herald foreign desk editor <i>Nicola Lamb</i>.

Govt helping NZers leave Egypt

Diplomats in Cairo are doing all they can to help New Zealanders leave Egypt, Prime Minister John Key said today, while families here are fearing for their loved ones who remain in the crisis-torn country.

NZers anxious over family in Egypt

Kiwis with relatives in crisis-torn Egypt say they are worried about what might happen next. More than 100 people have been killed and thousands injured in anti-government riots as protesters demand that President Mubarak resigns.

US army officer's wife charged over kid's slayings

Politician a prisoner in country riven by hate

Motorsport: V8s still keen on international events

<i>Editorial</i>: Middle East foes blew best chance