Europe
Some London Olympic torches turning up for sale on eBay
The Olympic torch relay is underway in the United Kingdom right now. More than 8,000 people will carry the torch some distance across Britain before the Olympic games start. But some of them are choosing to take the torch and sell them.
In the U.K., life's course dictated by results of a test taken at age 11
From the 1950s through the 1970s, the United Kingdom administered a test to all of its 11-year-old. Students who passed got the golden ticket, grammar schools, college and social mobility. Those who failed, the vast, vast majority, were ticketed to less prestigious schools and careers in factories, as garbage collectors and other blue collar positions.
Small drone used to catch polluting mafioso in the act
Environmental dumping is a major problem in Italy, and its source can often be tracked back to organized crime. A new, small unmanned aerial vehicle is being tested to help not only catch polluters in the act, but track pollution back to its source.
War crimes trial of Ratko Mladic inspires graffiti war in Serbia
Ratko Mladic went on trial at The Hague this week, accused of committing war crimes during the ethnic violence there in the 1990s. He'd been on the run for years. His trial, though, has kindled strong feelings in Serbia and caused his foes and his fans to engage in an ongoing graffiti war.
Greek economic turmoil presents tough questions, bad consequences
As Greece tries to get its political and financial house in order, the return of the drachma seems ever more possible. But that might not be the salve some Greek leaders want it to be. The consequences for Greece could quickly spiral beyond their control.
Greek healthcare system struggling to cope under weight of budget cuts
Greek hospitals have been accused of threatening not to release babies after they're born, unless their parents pay the bill for the delivery. Others are accused of withholding birth certificates. All of this because the Greek budget crisis has eroded health insurance coverage and hospital budget cuts.
VIDEO: Economists fearful of consequences as Greeks move to have another set of elections
In Greece, the government is moving to another round of elections after the latest round produced no viable government. Meanwhile, economists are worried that the instability between now and then could cause economic havoc, not the least of which is Greeks who are pulling their savings out of Greek banks in fears that a default could cost them their life savings.
Economic turmoil in Europe could be key that turns U.S. elections
As Europe digests the results of recent elections, there's a growing sense that decisions made there today could land in the United States in the heart of the election season. That could be a deciding factor in whether Mitt Romney or Barack Obama are chosen to serve the next four-year term as President of the United States.
European artists protest budget cuts by destroying their art, including at museums
An Italian museum is the highest profile examples of European artists protesting budget cuts by burning their art. At the Casoria Contemporary Art Museum, director Antonio Manfredi has promised to burn three pieces per week until his funding is improved. He's already burned some pieces, so he's not bluffing.
Thousands of Portugese fleeing sinking economy, with many headed for Brazil
Portugal's former colony, Brazil has a booming, growing economy. By comparison, Portugal's economy is moribund. As the highly educated younger generations struggle to find work, many are leaving and heading to Brazil. In Brazil, the need to prepare for upcoming international events and the growing economy provide many opportunities.
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Womfol (17 June, 2013 04:09:14)Sorry, but everyone knows that Steven Donziger and Amazon Defense Front faked the names of "Ecuadorians" and that Petroecuador has been responsible for over 200 ...
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Fina Robinson (15 June, 2013 08:05:11)Loved the fact of the biracial family on the cherrios commercial, it's 2013, & we definitely NEED to see more of this!!! Love, love, love!!
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becky (15 June, 2013 07:53:57)Whooping cough cases are majority reported in the vaccinated community.. So much for your effective vaccine.
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John-Michael (15 June, 2013 11:50:33)Ok one thing that just bugs me is you are miss representing the “Can’t innovate anymore? My ass!,” quote from Phil Schiller. He was in ...