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Mubarak Closer to Stepping Down Feb 10, 2011

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Throughout the evening, Egyptians have been massing in Tahrir Square—anticipating that 30 years of repressive government may be about to come to an end.

The Crisis in Egypt: Where Does the US Stand Now Feb 09, 2011

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Protests are spreading in Cairo and other cities. Workers have gone on strike—but it’s not clear if they share the goal of regime change.

Protests, from the Pages of Facebook to the Streets Feb 08, 2011

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Tahrir Square filled with protesters again today. We look at the role of the Internet in the ongoing challenge to Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak. Also, remember sudden acceleration? We hear the latest report on Toyota.

In Egypt the Stalemate Continues Feb 07, 2011

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Egypt's new vice president claims he's reached a "consensus" with demonstrators, but they still insist there's no compromise until Hosni Mubarak steps down. We hear what's happening on the streets and what the consequences might be for Egypt and the Middle East. Also, President Obama reaches out to business. On Reporter's Notebook, will AOL raise its profile by buying the Huffington Post?

The 'Day of Departure' in Egypt? Feb 04, 2011

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After yesterday's bloody crackdown, Friday prayers were followed by an uneasy calm in Cairo's Tahrir Square. The military has increased its presence, and visitors have included Defense Minister Marshal Mohamed Tantawi, who was cheered while reviewing the soldiers. Protesters are still calling this the "Day of Departure." Also, a conversation with Amy Chua, author of Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, and some of her critics.

Egypt: Ten Days of Protests, Disruption, Continued Uncertainty Feb 03, 2011

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Violence escalated overnight in Cairo's Tahrir Square. During the day, journalists from NPR, the Washington Post, New York Times, CNN, al-Jazeera and other news outlets were detained and in some cases roughed up by the pro-government groups. But the new Prime Minister, a recent appointee of Hosni Mubarak, has apologized and promised that forces behind the violence will be held to account. Also, 1200 possible new planets in the Milky Way.

From Peace to Violence on the Streets of Cairo Feb 02, 2011

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It's just after nine in the evening on the streets of Cairo, where trouble began about 2 o'clock in the afternoon. Just a few hours after President Hosni Mubarak declared he would not run for re-election, pro-Mubarak forces attacked anti-government demonstrators in Liberation Square.

'Jubilant' in Egypt, Cautious in Washington Feb 01, 2011

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Massive crowds filled the streets of Egyptian cities today after the Army announced it would not fire on demonstrators. President Mubarak's hold on power is increasingly tenuous. We hear from Cairo and look at reaction from the Middle East to Washington. Also, Jordan's King Abdullah II fires his government. On Reporter's Notebook, is healthcare reform on its way to the US Supreme Court?

People's Revolt in Egypt Continues to 'Snowball' Jan 31, 2011

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The Obama Administration appears to be distancing itself from Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, after 30 years of support in the name of "regional stability." In Cairo, protesters are defying another afternoon curfew with no opposition as yet from Egyptian troops, and there's talk of turning millions of people into the street tomorrow. Also, the accelerating growth of mixed-race Americans.

The Egyptian 'Street' Rises Jan 28, 2011

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As soldiers took over for riot police, tanks rolled through the streets of Cairo and Alexandria tonight. Tens of thousands of protesters were demanding the removal of Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak. Also, NASA 25 years after the Challenger disaster.

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