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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.

What happens if Congress doesn't rein in national debt?

With the national debt at 90% of gross domestic product, the US could face a crisis if creditors raise interest rates, experts say.

Slow decade ahead for US, not a lost one

US economy won't endure a 'lost decade' the way Japan did.

Economy stuck? Print money. Watch out.

Central bankers have faced today's crisis before. But their new weapon, quantitative easing, could make the mess worse.

World debt crisis: eight reasons you should care

As the world starts to focus on its debt crisis, Greece's financial woes may presage problems to come in Europe and the United States – with implications for your bank account and stock portfolio.

EU rescue plan buys time to defuse Greek debt crisis

While it doesn't solve the Greek debt crisis, the EU rescue plan will give indebted nations time to pare their debt.

Spread of Greek debt crisis hits world markets

Fears of the spread of Greek debt crisis hit stocks and currencies around the world Thursday.

US fiscal time bomb is about to explode. Here's how to defuse it.

The bad news is that Washington has to make hard choices now to avert disaster. The good news is that some members of Congress are showing real political courage.

'Tea party' founder: Why our movement will succeed -- and why it's good for America

A cofounder of the St. Louis Tea Party lays out his vision for a better America.

Investing in India: News and forecasts for the long haul

There are good reasons to believe in India's long-term growth potential.

An 800-year history lesson: big debts, long recovery

US budget deficit: Finding solutions

The US budget deficit is surging and is likely to remain high for years unless Congress finds solutions. Some financial experts say that remedies will have to include new taxes.

Fiscal policy is 'out of control.' So what?

Do indebted nations need their own Ash Wednesday, Lent?

After years of overspending, Greece and other heavily indebted nations need the sacrifice and budget discipline symbolized by Ash Wednesday and Lent.

Geithner's new bank bailout: Private investors hold the key

The Obama administration hopes federal dollars will serve as the catalyst to generate $1.5 trillion in private-sector investments.

Will U.S. bailout work?

The Treasury's $700 billion rescue would push US into uncharted territory.

Can U.S. avert a Japan-style economic bust?

Similar crises have hit other nations, but Sweden bounced back far faster than Japan.