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The European Central Bank looms large over the Euro debt crisis. Photo: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/soumit/928182271/">soumit (flickr)</a>

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Europe's Financial Troubles Worry Neighbors

As Europe attempts to thwart a broader global recession, it is facing what many economists refer to as a trilemma, and poorer countries could be the victims.

Calls to make changes to our international financial system are being heard. Will they be listened to? Photo: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/itspaulkelly/3052867848/">itspaulkelly (Flickr)</a>

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The global financial crisis examined: A Global Envision mini-series

Mass unemployment, an overwhelming sense of unfairness and a loss of hope need no translation. Even without written demands, the sentiments of Occupy Wall Street have been interpreted through similar protests in 941 cities in 82 countries - and counting.

Some say a transaction tax could put humans back in charge of financial markets. Photo: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rogbu/3064449616/in/photostream/">RoGb77 (flickr)</a>

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An anti-poverty tax, some say, could save financial markets from themselves

As lightning-fast computer programs replace human brokers on Europe's virtual trading floors, anti-poverty warriors want to slow things down.

India — a leading producer of generic medicines — has earned the title, "pharmacy of the developing world." Photo: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/morganmorgan/3254141290/">iwishmynamewasmarsha (flickr)</a>

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Trade Deal Threatens "Pharmacy of the Developing World"

Medical experts fear that clauses in the EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) could leave millions of the world's most vulnerable people without access to the lifeline India presently provides: cheap, generic medic

Vive la Révolution! Haitians rebel in the Battle at Sainte-Domingue. Photo: <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:San_Domingo.jpg">Wikimedia Commons</a>

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Pay Up, S'il Vous Plaît

This week, the ghosts of colonial misdeeds returned to haunt France.

Pigs in a crowded sty in Wieckowice, Poland. Photo: Wojciech Grzedzinski for The International Herald Tribune. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/visionshare/3508357536/">visionshare (flickr)</a>

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Bottom of the (Pork) Barrel

Pork is a staple of the Romanian diet, and the country has become one of the largest producers of pig products in Europe. But it's not necessarily Romanians who are profiting from the growing industry.

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The Global Economic Crisis' Second Casualty

Latvia's government collapsed following weeks of financial instability. The New York Times explains some of the events leading up the resignation of Prime Minister Ivars Godmanis:

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The Mysterious Case of Prawo Jazdy

An unexpected side effect of the increasingly open borders in the European Union: language confusion.

A Palestinian man looks out towards destroyed buildings following an Israeli air strike in Gaza City. Photo: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/farshadebrahimi/3159835222/in/photostream/">Amir Farshad Ebrahimi (flickr)</a>

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Gazans Digging To Survive

A stated aim of Israel's military strikes in Gaza was to destroy underground tunnels between Egypt and Gaza because they're used by Hamas to smuggle in weapons.

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China/EU Alliance 'Could Be Key to Low-carbon Energy'

A recent report indicates that China and the EU can and should meet future energy demands in a sustainable and cooperative fashion.

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Toxic Vegetables for Sale

Although organically grown vegetables are a healthier option, it is cost prohibitive for many.

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The ‘Mauritian Miracle'- A Southern African Success Story

Unlike most of southern Africa and contrary to modern development theory, Mauritius has managed to develop substantial prospects for economic growth.

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Russia Plays the Oil Card with a Divided Europe

Relationships between Russia and the European Union have soured over human rights, energy and historic Soviet-era landmarks.

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The European Union's Global Mission

Joseph Stiglitz talks of Europe's achievements and future challenges as we celebrate the 50th bithday of the European Union.

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Cooperation in the Nordic Region

In light of increased global interconnectedness, Finland's Ambassador, Ole Norrback, speaks of the importance of regional and international cooperation for Nordic countries.

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