December 5, 2011 Archives

Central Banking In An Age Of Improvisation

Experts discuss policy steps taken by central banks.

Pakistan's Future In Question

Pakistan is in trouble and its future is questionable. This country is growing more influential in geopolitics and it's imperative that the U.S. help normalize the situation there.

Goodbye Euro?

The euro was once thought to be a symbol of peace and prosperity in post-World War II Europe. As the sovereign debt crisis continues, are we watching the end of this currency and, more ominously, a unified Europe?

Sarkozy, Merkel To Meet For Eurozone Debt Talk

French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel will meet to discuss changes to the Eurozone treaty.

Ferrari Fleet Ruined In Pricey Japan Pile-up

Eight Ferraris and a Lamborghini were among the vehicles involved in a chain collision of luxury cars on a Japanese expressway Sunday. They'd been heading to a motor festival in Hiroshima.

Putin's Party Suffers Election Blow

Despite exit polls that show Russia's ruling party with less that half of the votes, Vladimir Putin called the election a win for United Russia.

Egyptians Vote In Run-off Poll

Egyptians cast their ballots in run-off parliamentary elections.

Afghan Shi'ite Muslims Mark Ashura

Afghan Shi'ites mark Ashura with self-flagellation, to commemorate the killing of the grandson of the Prophet Mohamed.

Irish PM Warning In Nation Address

Ireland's prime minister warns, in a historic televised address, that many people's economic situation will get worse before it gets better.

Ultra-conservatives Ahead In Egypt Election?

The Muslim Brotherhood is likely in the lead for a significant number of seats in Egypt's parliamentary elections. What does this mean for the country?

Biden Urges Tougher Iran Sanctions

U.S. Vice President Joe Biden urges Turkey to toughen sanctions against Iran.

Syrian Sanctions Against Turkey

Syria is taking economic action against Turkey after Ankara froze the assets of Bashar al-Assad's government and suspended all financial deals with the country last week.

British Ambassador To Iran On Embassy Attacks

Dominick Chilcott talks of the "frightening" ordeal when protesters stormed the embassy and diplomatic compound in Iran.

Fareed Zakaria's Take On Pakistan

How Fareed Zakaria believes the situation will play out in Pakistan.

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