China’s outgoing President Hu Jintao warned that corruption could prove fatal to the Communist Party’s grip on power, as he addressed the opening of a pivotal congress that will usher in a new generation of Chinese leaders. “Opposing corruption, and building an honest and clean government is a clear stance the party has been adhering […]
Chinese President: Corruption Could be Fatal to Communist Party
Posted November 8th, 2012 at 2:10 am (UTC-5)
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Chinese President: Corruption Could be Fatal to Communist Party
Posted November 8th, 2012 at 1:25 am (UTC-5)
China’s outgoing President Hu Jintao warned that corruption could prove fatal to the Communist Party’s grip on power, as he addressed the opening of a pivotal congress that will usher in a new generation of Chinese leaders. Speaking to more than 2,000 delegates inside Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, President Hu said the party […]
Greek Parliament Passes More Deep Spending Cuts, Thousands Protest
Posted November 7th, 2012 at 6:50 pm (UTC-5)
Greece’s parliament has passed another package of deep spending cuts and tax increases, plans that sent tens of thousands of Greeks protesting in the streets of Athens. The lawmakers approved the measure just after midnight local time Thursday. It will increase some taxes and slash spending by another $17 billion, including government benefits and pensions. […]
Greek Protests Turn Violent Ahead of Austerity Vote
Posted November 7th, 2012 at 4:25 pm (UTC-5)
More than 80,000 Greek protesters fought with riot police outside parliament as lawmakers get ready to vote on another package of deep spending cuts and tax increases. Protesters in Athens Wednesday threw firebombs at police who responded with tear gas and stun grenades. Many Greeks are angry at the idea of having to endure more […]
Greek Protests Turn Violent Ahead of Austerity Vote
Posted November 7th, 2012 at 2:45 pm (UTC-5)
More than 80,000 Greek protesters are clashing with riot police, as lawmakers prepared to vote on a new austerity package required for another infusion of bailout funds from the European Union. The demonstrations outside the parliament building in Athens turned violent, as protesters threw fire bombs at police, who responded with tear gas and stun […]
France Adopts Plan for Gay Marriage
Posted November 7th, 2012 at 1:00 pm (UTC-5)
France has adopted a draft law to legalize same-sex marriage and open adoption to gay couples. President Francois Hollande, who made the reform a key part of his election campaign, told the Cabinet that the reform would be progress for not only a few, but for all of society. French Families Minister Dominique Bertinotti described […]
Greek Lawmakers to Vote on New Austerity Measures
Posted November 7th, 2012 at 9:55 am (UTC-5)
Greek lawmakers are preparing to vote Wednesday on new austerity measures required for another infusion of bailout funding from the European Union, as a public workers’ strike is in its second day. Prime Minister Antonis Samaras is expected to narrowly win support for the austerity package, which includes $17 billion in cuts to spending, benefits […]
Ukraine’s Parliament Calls for Partial Re-vote
Posted November 6th, 2012 at 7:10 pm (UTC-5)
Ukraine’s parliament Tuesday called for a new election in five disputed districts as hundreds continue to rally in the capital Kyiv against alleged vote-rigging in favor of the ruling party. Lawmakers passed the unbinding resolution Tuesday at the recommendation of election authorities. Ukraine’s Central Election Commission said Monday that five single-seat constituencies failed to comply […]
Voters Head to the Polls in 2012 US Presidential Election
Posted November 6th, 2012 at 4:30 pm (UTC-5)
Voters across the United States are heading to the polls Tuesday, to decide whether to re-elect President Barack Obama or pick a new American leader for the next four years, Republican challenger Mitt Romney. There were long lines of voters at polling places throughout the country, with some sporadic problems reported. Both candidates have dispatched […]
Voters Head to the Polls in 2012 US Presidential Election
Posted November 6th, 2012 at 2:55 pm (UTC-5)
Voters across the U.S. are heading to the polls Tuesday, to decide whether to re-elect President Barack Obama or pick a new American leader for the next four years, Republican challenger Mitt Romney. There were long lines of voters at polling places throughout the country, with some sporadic problems reported. Both candidates have dispatched legions […]
