Greece By The Numbers
Forget about all the nebulous terms like "austerity," "bailout" and "capital controls." Here are the key numbers you need to know in the Greek financial crisis.
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Trading Resumes On New York Stock Exchange
Trading on the exchange was halted at 11:32 a.m. and restored at approximately 3:10 p.m. ET. The NYSE said the issue was technical and not due to malicious activity.
Chinese Stocks Take A Plunge Despite Government Efforts
China's stock market continues to fall despite massive government intervention. The Shanghai Index is down 30 percent since mid-June.
Stock Market Drop In China Raises Concerns About An Economic Crisis
Chinese stock markets plunged for the third straight day this week. That was despite more government efforts to prop up share prices. The markets have lost some $4 trillion in the past 3 weeks.
How To Eliminate Extreme Poverty In 169 Not-So-Easy Steps
The Millennium Development Goals, set in 2000, revolutionized the fight against poverty. Now the world is setting Sustainable Development Goals. But critics say there may be too many priorities.
Greek Prime Minister Tells EU Leaders He Wants A United Europe
Alexis Tsipras spoke to the European Parliament in more measured tones, acknowledging that Greece's financial plight was not just caused by creditors. But he also stood his ground on Greece's debt.
For A 3rd Straight Day, Chinese Markets Plunge
The government tried to curb the panic by suspending some trade and also helping to buy stocks. The efforts, however, fell short. The Shanghai Composite fell by 5.9 percent Wednesday.
Solution To Greece's Debt Crisis Remains Elusive
Renee Montagne gets the latest from Wall Street Journal reporter Gabriele Steinhauser in Brussels, where European leaders are making a last-ditch attempt to keep Greece from leaving the eurozone.
The Global Financial Crisis Did A Real Number On Greece's Economy
Greece and its European creditors remain at a stalemate. European leaders say without changes, they won't provide any more aid. Greek banks are closed - unable to get the cash they need to operate.
Greece Stalls On New Bailout Proposal As European Leaders Meet
European leaders met in Brussels on Tuesday for an emergency summit on the Greek debt crisis. They expected a new Greek proposal for a bailout but ended the day empty-handed.