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An anti-government protester holds a Greek flag as he shouts slogans against Greek Premier George Papandreou and his lawmakers in front of the parliament during a debate prior to a vote of confidence in Athens November 3, 2011.

Greece's Bailout Deadline Looms, as Clock Continues to Tick

Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos faces the critical task of convincing international lenders and political-party leaders on Sunday to agree to the stringent terms of a 130 billion euro ($171 billion) rescue plan to stave off looming default.

Greece struggles on for deal on unpopular reforms

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Greece's government on Saturday struggled on in talks with lenders to secure a 130 billion euro ($171 bilion) bailout before turning to the trickier task of persuading political leaders to back the unpopular reforms involved in the rescue.
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Subramanian Swamy

2G Scam: Subramanian Swamy’s War against the Ruling Congress

Mobbed by cameramen and with two fingers raised in a victory salute, Subramanian Swamy stood before the Supreme Court on Thursday, flushed with the vindication of an unrelenting legal campaign aimed at the country's most powerful politicians and the Congress party.
Syria's President Bashar al-Assad

U.S. and Allies Exploring Prospects for Assad Exile

The United States, European governments and Arab states have begun discussing the possibility of exile for Bashar al-Assad despite skepticism that the defiant Syrian president is ready to consider such an offer, Western officials say.
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Eurozone Aims to Agree on Second Greek Bailout by Feb. 6

Eurozone finance ministers aim to agree a second financing package for Greece on Monday, a decision they hope will boost market confidence in euro zone public finances and help contain the two-year-old sovereign debt crisis.
Obama Washington Auto Show

Obama's Auto Bailout Success Story Will Prove Crucial in Election Fight vs. Romney

Picture President Barack Obama's reelection campaign as a showroom. Over there, at one stand, is an overall improving economy -- he hopes. And somewhere in the showroom, either as a part of the economy stand or standing on its own, will be the health and restoration of the United States automotive industry. If the past week and a half is any indication, Obama plans to use it as a critical point in his reelection campaign as the industry continues a dramatic recovery from dire straits just mor...
Soccer fans

Egypt Football Violence Kills 74; Public Blames Army

Seventy-four people were killed when supporters clashed at an Egyptian soccer match, prompting fans and politicians on Thursday to turn on the ruling army for failing to prevent the deadliest incident since Hosni Mubarak was ousted.
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House Passes Extension of Federal Pay Freeze

The House of Representatives, seeking to cut the U.S. deficit and burnish its own tarnished image, passed a bill Wednesday to extend a pair of pay freezes for federal workers, including its own members.
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BSE Sensex Posts Highest Close in 12 Weeks; Metals, Autos Gain

The BSE Sensex rebounded in late trade on Wednesday to post its highest close in 12 weeks, as metal producers and auto makers jumped, although investors were doubtful the rally could be sustained after a rise of nearly 12 percent so far this year.
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Greek PM Seeks Reform Backing, IMF Warns on Fiscal Pain

Greece's prime minister is seeking backing from the country's political leaders for more austerity measures, with the International Monetary Fund warning that long-term commitment to reforms is key to securing a new bailout.
Hawaii Republican Caucus Results 2012: Where to Watch Live

Florida Republican Primary: Poll Starts at 7 a.m.; Where to Get Live Results

Nearly 16 percent of Florida's registered Republican voters have made use of the absentee ballots and early voting facility before Tuesday's presidential primary. The polling starts at 7 a.m. on Tuesday in Florida Republican primary. The state-wide results will be available in the Florida Department of State Web site link given here.

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