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Greece on strike as bailout deal in limbo
February 10, 2012, 7:13AM ET
Thousands took to the streets of Athens as unions launched a two-day general strike against planned austerity measures on Friday, a day after Greece's crucial international bailout was put in limbo by its partners in the 17-nation eurozone.
Greece on strike as bailout deal in limbo
February 10, 2012, 7:09AM ET
Thousands took to the streets of Athens as unions launched a two-day general strike against planned austerity measures on Friday, a day after Greece's crucial international bailout was put in limbo by its partners in the 17-nation eurozone.
Firefighters spray premier's office
February 10, 2012, 6:48AM ET
Several hundred firefighters have broken through police lines and hosed down the prime minister's office to protest the government's tougher retirement plans.
Rioters clash with Greek police at Athens protest
February 10, 2012, 6:45AM ET
Greek riot police have fired tear gas to disperse rioters throwing petrol bombs and stones, as thousands protest in Athens against new austerity measures.
Ahead of the Bell: Budget deficit
February 10, 2012, 6:42AM ET
January's budget deficit probably fell sharply compared to the same month last year as an improving economy lifted tax revenue and cut spending on some social programs.
German Parliament set to vote on Greece Feb. 27
February 10, 2012, 6:39AM ET
The German Parliament is set to hold a special session on Feb. 27 to vote on the second bailout for Greece, a senior lawmaker said Friday.
Ahead of the Bell: Trade Deficit
February 10, 2012, 6:35AM ET
The U.S. trade deficit likely widened a bit in December, possibly reflecting weaker exports to Europe.
Greece on strike as bailout deal in limbo
February 10, 2012, 6:32AM ET
Thousands took to the streets of Athens as Greek unions launched a two-day general strike against planned austerity measures on Friday, a day after the country's crucial international bailout was put in limbo by its partners in the 17-nation eurozone.
Singapore to extradite 4 people for Iran exports
February 10, 2012, 6:27AM ET
Four Singaporeans can be extradited to the U.S. to face conspiracy charges related to the smuggling of radio control devices to Iran, including 16 items found in improvised explosive devices in Iraq, a court ruled Friday.
Spain set to pass crucial labor market reforms
February 10, 2012, 6:24AM ET
Spain's new conservative government on Friday will pass labor market reforms deemed crucial to creating jobs to chip away at Europe's worst unemployment nightmare and restore confidence in a sick economy.
India's global pharmacy role threatened by EU pact
February 10, 2012, 6:20AM ET
Efforts by India and the European Union to strengthen trade are threatening India's ability to deliver lifesaving medicines to the world's poorest, analysts say as the two sides push through protracted negotiations on a free-trade pact.
Greek deal limbo weighs on markets
February 10, 2012, 6:16AM ET
Stock markets fell Friday after Greece's crucial international bailout was put on hold by its partners in the 17-nation eurozone, a day after it seemed that the country's tortuous journey to pacifying its creditors had reached a conclusion.
Greece on strike as bailout deal in limbo
February 10, 2012, 6:08AM ET
Thousands took to the streets of Athens Friday as Greek unions launched a two-day general strike against planned austerity measures Friday, a day after the country's crucial international bailout was put in limbo by its partners in the 17-nation eurozone.
Poll shows Poland's ruling party losing support
February 10, 2012, 6:00AM ET
A new poll shows Poland's ruling pro-business party losing popularity as it pushes ahead with austerity measures aimed at controlling debt.
India, EU hope to reach free trade pact this year
February 10, 2012, 5:58AM ET
India and the European Union said Friday they agreed to speed up negotiations for a long-anticipated free trade pact, hoping to seal an agreement later this year that would nearly double trade between the two.
Greece on strike as bailout deal in limbo
February 10, 2012, 5:37AM ET
Unions in Greece launched a two-day general strike against planned austerity measures Friday, a day after the country's crucial international bailout was put in limbo by its partners in the 17-nation eurozone.
De Beers: rough diamond sales up 27 percent
February 10, 2012, 5:36AM ET
Diamond giant De Beers says its rough diamond sales rose 27 percent in 2011, with earnings up 21 percent.
Spain set to pass crucial labor market reforms
February 10, 2012, 5:32AM ET
Spain's new conservative government is meeting to pass labor market reforms deemed crucial to creating jobs to chip away at Europe's worst unemployment nightmare and restore confidence in a sick economy.
Virgin, British Airways $235M Nigeria fine quashed
February 10, 2012, 5:32AM ET
A panel has set aside a $235 million fine levied against Virgin Atlantic and British Airways by the Nigerian government over alleged ticket price fixing.
India, EU hope to reach free-trade pact this year
February 10, 2012, 5:20AM ET
India and the European Union have agreed to work on clean energy solutions and adapting to climate change but say their long anticipated trade pact won't happen until later this year.
