Greece, Eurozone Leaders Reach Agreement On A New Bailout
A frantic weekend of activity in Brussels resulted in a new financial rescue deal for Greece, preventing a near-term exit from the eurozone.
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Talks Continue For Possible Greek Bailout
Eurozone leaders meeting today in Brussels moved closer to a deal with Greece. But the provisions under consideration are unlikely to sit well with Greek voters. Soraya Sarhaddi-Nelson gives NPR's Arun Rath an update from Brussels.
Eurozone Talks On Possible Greek Bailout Remain Inconclusive
Athens requires 25 billion euros just to prop up the Greek banking system. Eurozone finance ministers wrapped up a meeting on the bailout late Saturday with no announced decision. Talks resume Sunday.
Stocks Manage To Bounce, But Commodity Prices Are Swooning
Prices for raw materials, such as iron ore, copper and oil, are down dramatically from last year. The price plunge helps contain inflation for consumers, but is tough on mining and drilling companies.
Boy Band Joins The Masses To Take A Stand For Global Development
One Direction is one of many supporters of today's "global day of action," when citizens will make demands of their leaders. The goal: to send a message to the Financing for Development summit.
After Rejecting Referendum, Greeks Feel Betrayed By Latest Bailout Plan
Greeks voted overwhelmingly to reject austerity in a referendum last week. But now their government is being forced by European leaders to implement more austerity to avoid leaving the euro.
Puerto Rico Lobbies Congress For Help In Solving Debt Crisis
Puerto Rico's governor has stepped up efforts to convince Congress to help solve its debt crisis. The U.S. territory wants lawmakers to pass a bill that would extend bankruptcy protection.
Could Greece's Debt Crisis Become Merkel's Worst Political Failure?
Critics say German chancellor Angela Merkel is being too rigid when it comes to helping Greece with its debt, but she is under intense domestic pressure to resist Greek demands.
Their Country In Turmoil, Some Greeks Now Lash Out At Each Other
As Greeks argue about how their troubled country should reform, the debate has often turned personal and nationalistic. Some people are even accusing each other of treason.
Chicago's 'Cloud Tax' Raises The Cost Of Streaming Videos
Chicago is taxing services such as Netflix and Spotify. Some residents wonder if a tax on other Internet services will follow, and others worry the levy will scare away businesses.