Germany wants Greece to give up budget control
BERLIN - Germany is pushing for Greece to relinquish control over its budget policy to European institutions as part of discussions over a second rescue package, a European source told Reuters on Friday. | Video
Fading Gingrich attacks Romney in ad
MIAMI - Newt Gingrich struggled to regain momentum in the Republican presidential race on Friday as two new polls showed him falling behind rival Mitt Romney, who was seen as the winner of the final debate before the Florida primary.
Arctic ice melt lifts hopes for Russian ship trade
SEVERODVINSK, Russia - Russia has staked future growth on mining the Arctic's resources, taking advantage of increased ship traffic from climate change, but analysts say natural obstacles and poor infrastructure continue to loom as challenges. Full Article
Scottish separatists fighting for independence
EDINBURGH, Scotland - After winning an overall majority in Scotland's devolved parliament, Scottish National Party (SNP) leader Alex Salmond wants a referendum in 2014 that would allow a historic breakaway for the nation of 5.2 million. Full Article
Costa Concordia: An incredible tragedy
After half an hour at sea, photographer Max Rossi saw the ship for the first time. Looking at this 1,000-foot-long vessel lying on its side along the rocky shore was an unforgettable scene for him. Full Article | Slideshow
The big lessons from celebrity estate wars
NEW YORK - In death, celebrities sometimes gain a new kind of reputation for the wild back and forth litigation that rages over their estates. Multiple marriages and fraud attempts are only the most common scenarios, and litigation is on the rise. Full Article
Mexico tackles obesity
Mexico's health officials open a new clinic for obese patients, which offers not only affordable surgery but also advice on how to live healthy. Michaela Cabrera reports.
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Ron Paul and the pink slip that could decide the election
The maxims of business and politics don’t always overlap, but when it comes to parting ways, they sure do. In business, firing someone incorrectly is a disaster that can haunt you for years. Same in politics. Commentary | Video
America's good bank
It didn’t take a penny in federal bailout money. It grew throughout the financial crisis. It has consistently garnered top customer service rankings. And Fortune just named USAA one of the 20 best companies to work for in America. Commentary
Protecting the global supply chain
Threats to trade and travel -- whether from explosives hidden in a passenger’s clothing, or inside a ship’s cargo, or from a natural disaster -- remind us of the need for security and resilience within the global supply chain that is crucial for our future prosperity. Commentary
The fine art of the Davos snub
When I wrote my column last year, I didn’t expect the outpouring of responses from Davos Wives, but I was delighted to find myself buttonholed by many in my cohort who longed to share their experiences of being snubbed at Davos. Commentary
Tackling healthcare for the very poor
It is critically important to help improve the health of people everywhere by expanding access to medicines in a sustainable way. Overcoming the obstacles to delivering care in developing countries, requires adapting to local needs. Commentary
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Wikipedia's Wales talks SOPA victory
Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales, who spearheaded efforts to block the anti-piracy legislation SOPA in the U.S., says free expression on the Internet will continue to roil authoritarian regimes and efforts at censorship. Video
Could another Republican join the 2012 race?
JACKSONVILLE, Florida - Is it too late for another Republican to jump into the 2012 U.S. presidential race?
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