We study the dynamics of a charged radiating star in general relativity. The junction conditions at the surface of the star lead to a restriction that connects the radial pressure to the heat flux. The master equation reduces to a nonlinear second order differential equation which determines the temporal evolution. The dynamical behaviour is studied via a phase plane analysis which reveals interesting behaviour. The presence of both the electromagnetic field and the cosmological constant are included in our treatment. They affect the temporal evolution of the gravitating star. We identify the restrictions on the parameters that lead to a stable asymptotic end state of the star. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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