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European debt crisis: Seven basics you need to know

Will this crisis ever be over?! Eurozone nations seem to be fighting endless battles to address fears about government finances. The worry is that unsustainable national debt loads will result in default, a financial panic, or a costly repair effort. Here's what you need to know about the problem and possible ways forward.
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Dissension over Greek bailout weakens Merkel (+video)

Members of German Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition balked at the second Greek bailout, even though it passed. The vote is seen as a defeat for her austerity program.
German vote on Greek bailout hints at tough road ahead for Merkel

The German parliament endorsed a second bailout for Greece, but a drop in support among members of Chancellor Merkel's coalition is evidence that she'll have to work hard to get support for future assistance.
More than 30,000 Germans turn out against anti-piracy treaty ACTA

ACTA, a controversial international anti-piracy agreement that has riled up Europe, brought out huge crowds in Germany and split top government officials.
New solution to European debt crisis: refinancing Europe's banks?

As the global economy founders, refinancing Europe's banks to deal with the debt crisis might be preferable to bailing out countries, experts say – and politicians are starting to agree.
European debt crisis: Seven basics you need to know

Will this crisis ever be over?! Eurozone nations seem to be fighting endless battles to address fears about government finances. The worry is that unsustainable national debt loads will result in default, a financial panic, or a costly repair effort. Here's what you need to know about the problem and possible ways forward.
As Dow tumbles, how much is politics to blame?

Dysfunctional politics, both in Washington and in Europe, is spooking markets worldwide. While perhaps not as dangerous as the economic dysfunction of 2008, it is still a concern.
Pope Benedict arrives in Berlin to a dissonant welcome

Pope Benedict XVI is starting his visit to Germany in Berlin, which is divided over his address to the Bundestag as well as his views on such issues as homosexuality and women's role in the church.
What's the fuss over Angela Merkel's bin Laden comment?

The German chancellor said she was 'pleased' about Osama bin Laden's death. In Germany, bold political language is rare – a lasting legacy of Germany’s violent past.
Violent turn to French strikes could backfire on union protesters

French strikes over pension reforms turned violent today as hard-line elements from an oil-workers union vowed to press on.
Why many environmentalists will fight Germany's green energy plan

The German cabinet approved on Tuesday an overhaul to the country's energy production, but upset antinuclear activists by extending the life of the nuclear power plants.
Germany considers scrapping the draft

Deployments in Afghanistan have tested the Army's limits and bolstered arguments to scrap the draft and build a smaller, more professional volunteer force.
Germany approves Greek bailout as Merkel gets her way

The German parliament approved the country's $28 billion contribution to the Greek bailout package on Friday. Chancellor Angela Merkel shifted from initial opposition to paying Greece's debts to concern over economic fallout in the rest of Europe.
Greece bailout not a given, says Germany

Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou called his country a "sinking ship" as he requested a $56 billion bailout today. But Germany, which is key to any aid package, still isn't convinced that a Greece bailout is absolutely necessary.
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Europe warms to full body scanners at airports after Northwest bomb scare

Europe leaders are now reconsidering using full body scanners that they had until recently opposed as lurid and voyeuristic.
World leaders recall the fall of the Berlin Wall

Mikhail Gorbachev, Margaret Thatcher, George H.W. Bush, and Francois Mitterrand give their account of 1989.
Germany's combat revival

The Bundeswehr's recent offensive in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush mountains is too timid for Washington, yet too bold for many in Germany.
With Obama's victory, Europe's minorities sense new possibilities

A new discourse is emerging in France and Europe that urges a focus on ability – rather than on race or skin.
U.S. rebuilds French connection

The Pentagon hopes better ties will strengthen NATO and boost the mission in Afghanistan.
In Germany, a breakthrough year for immigrant politicians

This weekend, more than 50 elected officials of Turkish descent meet to spur wider political participation among the country's 2.7 million Turkish residents.
NATO summit highlights U.S.-Europe divide on Russia

Opposition to Ukraine and Georgia's US-backed membership bids, led by Germany, is widely seen as an effort to preserve Europe's growing energy ties with Moscow.