Many similarities in Arab Spring, European chaos

CNN) -- The victory of the opposition Popular Party in Spain's general election means that seven leaders or governments around the Mediterranean have been thrown out within the last year, amid an explosion of popular protest. Several more are fighting for their survival.

Euro zone not working, words alone won't fix it: Buffett

IWAKI, Japan (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said Europe's debt crisis had shown up a "major flaw" in the 17-member euro zone system and it would take more than words to fix it.

Euro crisis 'opportunity for UK' to reclaim powers - PM

The current turmoil in Europe is an opportunity for the UK to "refashion" its relationship with Brussels, David Cameron has said.

Mario Monti prepares Italy for more pain as violence flares in Milan

The upper house of the Italian parliament has given a vote of confidence to the country's new prime minister by 281 to 25, with no abstentions, after he unveiled an ambitious programme of reform.

Dow slides 75 points on fears Europe's debt crises escalating

New York. The stock market fell Monday after a jump in Italy's borrowing costs reminded investors of how much work remains to be done to contain Europe's debt problems.