Cyprus secures bailout from euro zone, IMF
Eurozone finance ministers and the International Monetary Fund have struck a deal to give cash-strapped Cyprus a bailout worth $13
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UN human rights office voices concern over changes to Hungarian constitution
The United Nations has expressed concern over Hungary’s adoption of an amendment to the constitution that threatens the independence of
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Despite setbacks, EU leaders upbeat on economic turnaround
Despite rising protests against austerity, European leaders agreed in Brussels that tough measures to turn around the region’s economy are
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Weekend forecast: Bulgaria set to avoid more bad weather
The cold spell gripping Bulgaria will continue over the weekend, but the weather front ravaging Central Europe is set to
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Europe eases austerity controls in face of high unemployment
European governments have eased austerity controls over national budgets in an effort to combat the continent’s burgeoning unemployment and stagnant
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EU leaders confront new economic concerns
European leaders are gathered in Brussels for another summit, facing new concerns that their austerity policies are adding to the
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Russia Watch: Azeri wolves in Iranian sheep’s clothing?
Iran faces political population bomb: a young, growing and urbanized population that wants food – cheap and traditional. Iran’s population
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Russia condemns talk of arming Syria rebels
Russia’s foreign minister has condemned talk of arming the Syrian opposition, saying it is illegal under international law.Russia’s Sergei Lavrov
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Global politics shaken by social media
Italian comedian-turned-politician Beppe Grillo drew the largest vote for a single party in Italy’s election last month – despite shunning
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