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PODCAST: The U.S. weighs in on Europe
Mary Dooe Dec 6, 2011
The latest threat for Europe comes from Standard & Poor's: a possible downgrade of 15 countries if the debt problems continue. Irish citizens are bracing for the fourth year of austerity. Author Robert Neuwirth says the informal economy could soon make up two-thirds of the world's workforce. Pollution in China could be a benefit for the U.S., and Microsoft sets out to revamp XBox Live.
Have austerity measures worked in Ireland?
Steve Chiotakis Dec 6, 2011
Ireland was bailed out a year ago, and it is now facing another round of austerity measures. How are the Irish people faring in these stricter conditions?
Mario Monti unveils austerity plan for Italy
Jeremy Hobson Dec 5, 2011
The new leader of Italy has announced a plan for tax increases and spending cuts to deal with the ongoing debt crisis in the country
Italians react to Mario Monti's austerity plan
Steve Chiotakis Dec 5, 2011
After months of protest, it appears Italians may finally be ready to work with the government to fix the nation's crumbling economy.
Belgium ends 540 days without leader
Matt Cole Dec 5, 2011
Belgium, the country with the fifth largest debt load in Europe, has gone without a full-time government for over 500 days. Today, a prime minister was appointed.
Can we expect solutions from Europe this week?
Andrew Walker Dec 5, 2011
It is a big week for the European debt crisis, as French and German leaders plan for a meeting Friday.
Europeans 'getting their hands dirty' solving debt problem
Julia Coronado Dec 5, 2011
News from Europe today shows positive steps towards solving the debt crisis, on the micro and macro level.
PODCAST: Italian austerity, American spending
Mary Dooe Dec 5, 2011
Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti unveiled a firm austerity plan for his country. In the wake of a tempestuous month for leadership, we take a look at accountability, both in Europe and at American universities. Allan Sloan explains the payroll tax cuts, and reporter David Gura spotlights the increasing wealth gap.
Germany, France moot tougher EU budget rules
Heidi N. Moore Dec 5, 2011
Merkel and Sarkozy propose amending the European Union treaty to impose budget discipline on spendthrift countries. Will markets be satisfied?
Is it too late for the euro?
Liaquat Ahamed Dec 5, 2011
The leaders of Germany and France met today to figure out a strategy to bail out the Euro. Is it too late?
