Features By Caitlan Carroll
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Leaders under pressure to strengthen European banks
The focus in Europe is transitioning to the big banks in the region that are exposed to bad sovereign debt.
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Greece sends mixed messages on ability to solve debt problems
The Greek government is taking steps to reduce its debt, but won't meet its deficit reduction goals.
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In Frankfurt, from stocks to sausages
Thomas Brausse lost his job as a stock broker during the height of the financial crisis. Now he's feeding his former colleagues during their lunch breaks with traditional currywurst.
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"Over the Rainbow" finds new life in Germany
Numbers of musicians have covered "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" since it first premiered in 1939, but one version is discovering new-found popularity in Germany and France.
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German companies shift conditions for older workers
Germany raised its retirement age by two years to 67. Now companies and employees are discovering the unexpected consequences.
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Don't just drink beer -- soak in it
Here's a new way to enjoy your beer: a beer bath. Caitlan Carroll travels to the German town of Neuzelle to dip in, and see how it's helping the local economy.
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New non-alcoholic downers to get you off the caffeine buzz
Marketplace's Caitlan Caroll and a few members of the staff tried to take the edge off with "downer drinks," non-alcoholic beverages that help you relax and unwind.
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Urban cruise explores commerce
Some cruises will have you sunning on exotic beaches and sipping mai tais with strangers. This one ferries you around cargo boats and power plants -- and still manages to stay afloat. Caitlan Carroll reports.
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New non-alcoholic downers to get you off the caffeine buzz
Marketplace's Caitlan Caroll and a few members of the staff tried to take the edge off with "downer drinks," non-alcoholic beverages that help you relax and unwind.
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Handheld game makes measuring blood sugar fun
It can be tough to remind a young diabetic to check their blood sugar 12 times a day, so drug maker Bayer has developed a new game to make the measurement less of a drag.
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