November 28, 2011

Euro Declines After Italian Debt Auction; Dollar, Brazilian Real Advance

The euro touched a seven-week low against the dollar, falling for a fourth week, as Italian borrowing costs jumped to the highest level since 1997, adding to speculation Europe’s sovereign-debt crisis is spreading.

November 27, 2011

Clegg: £1bn scheme will 'provide hope' to young jobless

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg says a £1bn plan to provide subsidised work and training placements will "provide hope" to thousands of young people.

November 26, 2011

Euro zone crisis and celebritology - twin pillars of modern European life

Merkel continues to risk survival of euro with inflexible attitude while at a London hearing JK Rowling risks the survival of the tabloids with her heart-rending testimony.

November 23, 2011

Gold rebounds; Europe, US debt worry weigh

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Spot gold gained half a percent on Tuesday, as a decline of more than 2 percent attracted some buyers, while worries about debt crises in both the United States and the euro zone are expected to keep sentiment fragile.

November 22, 2011

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.