GREECE News, Jul 24, 2011

Stock gains slow as Fitch declares Greece in 'restricted default' This is Money By This Is Money And Daily Mail Reporters Stock market gains were trimmed todayas Fitch declared Greece in 'restricted default' following the bailout package concocted by eurozone leaders yesterday. The credit rating agency said the involvement of ... See all stories on this topic »

Greece Can't Recover until it Tackles its Small Business Crisis Forbes (blog) Today, Greece is among the worst European nations in understanding and addressing the economic importance of SMEs. If you ask how many SMEs exist in Greece or how many people they employ, the government can't tell you. If you inquire about startup and ... See all stories on this topic »

Your Money this Week: Greece Gets Debt Help, Gold Prices Soar and Borders Goes ... Go Banking Rates Though it is a costly bailout, markets abroad and here at home went up noticeably now that default has been avoided in Greece. Now, if only the US would do the same.Today marks the deadline President Obama gave lawmakers to come up with a debt deal, ... See all stories on this topic » Go Banking Rates

Greece solvency issues need 'fundamental' solution ABC Online So we are relatively relaxed at the moment that these are low probability events; I'm talking about calamity events, where you could get an uncontrolled default in Europe that looks much lower risktoday than it looked even a few days ago although we ... See all stories on this topic »

Dow-to-Gold and Greece-to-Gold The Market Oracle More interestingly however, is the fact that the move down from 1999 to today is very similar to the move up from 1988 until 1999 when we mirror it vertically. Let me show you with an illustration. The left part is the move down from 1999 to today but ... See all stories on this topic »

Today in History Myrtle Beach Sun News 1923 | Greece gives up Smyrna, eastern Thrace and two islands to Turkey under the Treaty ofLausanne, which settles the borders of modern-day Turkey. The countries agree to exchange their minority populations. 1929 | US President Herbert Hoover ... See all stories on this topic »

Siddiqui: Booming Turkey belongs in Europe Toronto Star As hard as all this is to believe, it's useful to recall how, just 10 years ago, Turkey was in a worse position than Greece is today. Inflation was 75 per cent, interest rates 100 per cent. An IMF bailout was followed by fiscal discipline, deregulation ... See all stories on this topic »

Greece/Earnings Dominate Headlines Today. Claims Higher? Who Cares ... Good Morning, folks! It goes without saying: IT'S FREAKIN' HOT! Temps in New York-Philly-Baltimore are north of 100 degrees...and it's not cooling off any ... landcolttrading.typepad.com/.../greeceearnings-dominate-head...

Fitch: Greece defaults, but 'window' of hope - TODAY News - TODAY.com Fitch ratings agency declared Greece would be in temporary default as the result of a second bailout, which Athens said had bought it breathing space. today.msnbc.msn.com/.../fitch-greece-defaults-window-hope/

Bonzer Wolf™ - Today - Greece To Default On "Selective Debt ... The Euro Zone is injected $107 billion more into Greece but that is not enough to prevent the first debt default by a nation using a common currency (Euro). ... www.bonzerwolf.com/.../greece-to-default-on-selective-debt-o...

EU warns of economic damage if Greece summit fails - TODAY.com The head of the European Commission said that EU leaders must find a convincing solution toGreece's debt crisis at a summit on Thursday or the global ... today.msnbc.msn.com/.../eu-warns-economic-damage-if-greec...

 

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LIFESTYLE News, Jul 24, 2011

Entertainment / Lifestyle Malaysian Digest Sat, 23 Jul 2011 23:04 PM PDT Should Chelsea Israeli midfielder Yossi Benayoun been allowed to enterMalaysia?

Amy: A talent wasted entertainment.iafrica.com Sat, 23 Jul 2011 23:00 PM PDT Her very public battles with her demons spawned her signature tune 'Rehab', but British soul singer Amy Winehouse's self-destructivelifestyle finally caught up with her.

A little bit of African rain forest in Long's Park Lancaster Online Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:13 PM PDT   Martin Cradick's trip to Africa in 1992 with his wife, Su Hart, began as a vacation and led to a lifestyle change.The Cradicks spent years with the Baka Pygmies â residents of the central African rain forest inCameroon â while learning about their music and lifestyle.Cradick love...

Number please? 1951 Donora Telephone Directory speaks volumes Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:00 PM PDT William R. Polachek of Donora is the proud owner of a 1951 Donora Telephone Directory, a 298 page-publication filled with far more than information, as its contents reflects the history and lifestyle of a bygone era.

Scottdale Historical Society event spotlights Victorian beauty, lifestyle Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:00 PM PDT Thanks to the Scottdale Historical Society, interested persons can visit historical Victorian homes and learn about the lifestyle of the times during "Victorian Veranda Visits," a group fundraiser to be held from 1-4 p.m. July 31; the tour and visits will be self-guided and self-paced.

Amy Winehouse Through The Years KOCO 5 Oklahoma City Sat, 23 Jul 2011 19:22 PM PDT Amy Winehouse rocketed to fame as a new soul singer, but herlifestyle put her on a downward spiral. Take a look at her life in images.

Locals launch sustainability site The Delta Optimist Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:47 PM PDT Geordie Flanagan is the lifestyle director with MyGardenFootprint. A website started by a couple of local men is aimed at not only spreading the local and sustainable food movement, but helping people make it a reality.

Winehouse Was More Than 'Rehab' Caricature Black Voices Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:25 PM PDT Filed under: News From the Associated Press : Amy Winehouse hadn't released an album in four years, hadn't had a hit in just as long, and when she performed on stage, the headlines she usually drew were for atrocious performances. She was an addict who, like so many performers before her, let her talents fall prey to a drugged-up lifestyle. Read more here .   Permalink  |  Email this  |  Linking ...

CNN survey: Assam laksa is worth going the extra mile for The Star Sat, 23 Jul 2011 16:47 PM PDT PETALING JAYA: Penang's famed assam laksa is one of the dishes worth traversing the world for, according to a CNN International food survey. Under its CNNGo guide to lifestyle, shopping, hotels and restaurants, Malaysia's popular dish is also seventh among the world's 50 most delicious food.

History Does Repeat Itself in Culture The Missourian Sat, 23 Jul 2011 16:35 PM PDT Posted: Saturday, July 23, 2011 6:32 pm | Updated: 1:29 pm, Fri Jul 22, 2011. Old sayings from the past come to mind as I see a lot of young white males who mimic the African-American lifestyle.

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HEALTH News, Jul 24, 2011

SMH to celebrate the âGood Lifeâ Aug. 6 St. Tammany News Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:50 PM PDT Itâs all about living the good life in good shape here in southernLouisiana. Thatâs what the emphasis will be on at the âGood Life Celebration,â the new community health fair from Slidell Memorial Hospital.

Know your health pro: Dr. Tarun Jain in Cocoa Florida Today Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:50 PM PDT Dr. Tarun Jain, pediatrician, Pediatrics of Port St. John, Parrish HealthCare Center at Port St. John.

Focus on Seniors: Periodontal disease must be treated Florida Today Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:49 PM PDT Diabetes may be improved by improving your periodontal health

Five steps to a winning season Logan Herald-Observer & Woodbine Twiner Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:49 PM PDT If you want to give your young athlete the best possible edge on the playing field â and who doesnât? â make the right call on importanthealth screenings and overall wellness.

Mercy seeks nominations The Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:49 PM PDT The Alegent Health Mercy Hospital Foundation seeks nominations for its 2012 Heritage awards.

Chavez back in Venezuela after cancer treatment The Star Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:48 PM PDT CARACAS (Reuters) - President Hugo Chavez returned to Venezuela on Saturday a week after leaving for chemotherapy in Cuba, saying no malignant cells were found and that he was arriving home in betterhealth than when he left.

Montgomery County officials say guidelines for farmers markets not as strict as state Public Spirit & The Willow Grove Guide Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:48 PM PDT Montgomery County Department of Health officials tried their best recently to dispel the perception that the countyâs guidelines for farmers markets are more stringent than state regulations.

231 wounded in Cairo clashes Al Bawaba Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:45 PM PDT A total of 231 people were wounded when opponents of the military junta clashed with its supporters in Cairo, the MENA news agency said. AHealth Ministry spokesman said 39 people were hospitalized, others received first aid on site.

Malloy names first 6 higher ed board regents Journal Inquirer Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:44 PM PDT HARTFORD â A former university president, a corporate lawyer, a hospital vice president, and the leader of a health care management company have been named among the first members of Connecticutâs new higher education oversight board.

Abington Memorial and Independence Blue Cross sign new contract Times Chronicle & Glenside News & The Globe Sat, 23 Jul 2011 22:42 PM PDT Independence Blue Cross members who seek health care at Abington Memorial Hospital and its affiliates are unlikely to notice a difference, but the hospital system and major insurer have inked a new three-year contract.

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BARACK OBAMA News, Jul 24, 2011

Fed help to pay for only part of repair pricetag The Ironton Tribune Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:05 PM PDT The recent official disaster declaration from President Obama means the county can get funds to pay for a portion of the massive amount of repairs caused from the heavy spring flooding.

The deceit of debt default Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:00 PM PDT Over several weeks, the Obama administration and its supporters have issued dire warnings about the potentially catastrophic effects of a default on the U.S. Treasury debt. It is only a half-truth at best. Nevertheless, it is used as a naked threat to those Republicans who fail to fall into line behind the Democrat government and support its irresponsible spending.

Millionaires in name only The Tampa Tribune Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:00 PM PDT President Obama wants to tax the millionaires more. But at least half of the millionaires are millionaires in name only.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau celebrates first birthday; consumers have much to celebrate Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:44 PM PDT Richard Cordray, the former attorney general of Ohio, in Columbus, Ohio, Sept. 22, 2010. President Obama nominated him to lead the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, passing over Elizabeth Warren, the Harvard law professor who was the driving force behind the agency's creation.

Obama reaffirms opposition to short-term debt ceiling extension People's Daily Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:43 PM PDT U.S. President Barack Obama reaffirmed his opposition to a short-term extension of the debt ceiling and urged Congress to work on a deal to avert the country from default, said a White House statement on Saturday.

Blog List The Williamsport Sun-Gazette Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:39 PM PDT Negotiations on a deal to raise the debt ceiling saw a major setback Friday, as the Obama administration and House Speaker John Boehner pointed fingers at each other over the collapse of discussions.

Congress hopes to present debt package by Monday Los Angeles Times Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:28 PM PDT Talks resume at the White House, where Obama and congressional leaders work on a Republican-backed plan to cut spending by $3 trillion in exchange for a vote on raising the debt ceiling. Picking up the pieces after the latest round of debt negotiations imploded, congressional leaders met Saturday with President Obama and began work on a Republican-backed plan to cut spending by roughly $3 ...

Win-lose attitude rules US budget debate Anchorage Daily News Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:28 PM PDT As a commercial real estate broker I make my living negotiating transactions, so I've found the current debt-ceiling negotiations between President Barack Obama and the Republican majority in the House of Representatives both mind-boggling and fascinating to watch, especially as the president has shifted his negotiating strategy.

Deficit talks strain Obama's bipartisanship goals Los Angeles Times Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:28 PM PDT He took office with a promise to overcome partisanship in the political process, but with debt negotiations apparently collapsing, the president's options are narrowing. President Obama took office with a promise to unite warring political factions in Washington, but his efforts to forge a broad deficit reduction plan and avoid a federal default may make him another casualty of those same toxic ...

US on 'brink of default' - senator The New Zealand Herald Sat, 23 Jul 2011 20:24 PM PDT Us President Barack Obama and top lawmakers held day-long crisis talks Saturday but failed to find a breakthrough to avert a debt default just 10 days away that could rock the fragile global economy.Behind closed doors at the...

 

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