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European Stocks Slip Ahead of Key US Employment Data
Markets remain muted as investors await nonfarm payrolls data for further indications on US economic health.
Saudi Arabia Beheads Man Convicted of Murder, Deports Thousands of Yemeni Labourers
The Saudi Arabian government executes a man convicted of murder while arranging for deportation of Yemeni labourers
German Unemployment Inches Higher in March as Harsh Weather Delays Job Creation
The eurozone crisis and uncertainties over the Cyprus bailout have hurt business sentiments in the country.
Suicide 'Is Biggest Killer of Young Men In UK'
More young men take their own lives than die as a result of road accidents, HIV and violent assault combined.
South Korean Finance Minister Lowers 2013 Growth Expectations
Seoul is expected to announce stimulus measures as early as next week to boost its ailing economy.
Asian Markets Weekly Roundup: Stocks Retreat on Cyprus Fears
Asian markets pull back as eurozone fears return with concerns of a looming fiscal crisis in Cyprus.
Canada's Work Visa Fiasco is Bad for Young Unemployed Britons [BLOG]
Website crashes, admin errors and a tiny quota undermine Ottawa's temporary migrant policy, says David Stitt.
Labour Workfare Rebel Ian Mearns Defied Ed Miliband 'on Principle'
Ian Mearns forced to quit post as PPS over stance on workfare reform vote.
The Voice of a Lost Generation: A Spanish Emigrant on the Country's Nightmare
Núria Biosca Amat tells IBTimesUK so many Spaniards are moving to Britain in desperate search of a better life.
Osborne's Budget 2013: UK Employment Lifts but Wage Stagnation Continues [VIDEO]
Positive employment data ahead of Chancellor George Osborne's speech, though wage growth figues show continued "cut in the real value of pay" says ONS.
Osborne's Budget 2013: Labour and Ed Balls Outline Their Alternative
A mansion tax, reintroducing 10p tax rate, homebuilding among Labour's policy announcements ahead of George Osborne's key budget.
Greek Footballer Giorgos Katidis Banned for Life After 'Nazi' Salute [VIDEO]
AEK Athens player Giorgos Katidis raised his arm aloft in an apparent fascist salute after scoring a winning goal on Saturday.
Sterling Surge Before Mervyn King Interview Raises Insider Trading Questions
Pound sees biggest jump since July before broadcast of ITV interview with Bank of England governor that warns recent fall has gone too far.
EU Summit: Italy and France Seek Flexible Budget Rules
The European Union Summit have debated the issues of jobs, growth and spending cuts in the region.
Ken Loach: We Need the Spirit of ’45 to Return
Acclaimed political filmmaker talks to IB Times UK about his documentary celebration of the welfare state.
European Stocks Gain on Economic Optimism
Markets open higher as investors await further US economic data after the recent retail sales upturn.
Australian Jobs Rise at Record Rate Denting Policy Easing Hopes
Australia adds 71,500 jobs in February, the most since 2000, while unemployment rate remained at 5.4%.
Ireland Raises €5bn in First Benchmark Bond Sale Since 2010 Bailout
Sale attracts €13bn and could mark crucial stage in efforts to exit EU/IMF bailout.
South Korea Plans Stimulus Measures to Boost Ailing Economy
South Korean government is planning to boost its lagging economy with stimulus measures, according to a report.
Asian Markets Retreat after Recent Rallies
Asian markets trade weak as the yen shows signs of strength and investors consider global economic conditions.
Digital Economy Poses Challenges for UK Businesses [BLOG]
Telefonica's CFO Mark Evans investigates the challenges the digital economy presents for UK business.
Australian Business Confidence Edges Down in February - Survey
Australian firms remain less confident due to currency strength and weakness outside mining sector.
Asian Stocks Mixed after US Jobs and China Economic Data
Asian markets trade mixed as investors consider US monthly employment data and various Chinese economic indicators.
US Non-Farm Payrolls Rise by 236,000 in February, Unemployment Rate at 4-Year Low
US February unemployment rate falls to 7.7 percent, the lowest since December 2008.
European Stocks Climb on Strong China Trade Data
Markets advance on stronger-than-expected China trade data ahead of key US employment figures.
Japan Escapes Recession with 0.2% Economic Growth in Fourth Quarter
Japan's economy expands 0.2 percent in fourth quarter, but widening current account deficit remains a challenge to Shinzo Abe.
France's Jobless Rate Hits Highest Level Since Adopting the Euro
France’s jobless rose above 10 percent for the first time since the second quarter 1999
Why Hugo Chavez Reforms Helped Latin America to Stand up
Chavez's controversial legacy in Latin America is democratic socialism for the poor, says Gianluca Mezzofiore.
Australia's Economy Grows 0.6% in Fourth Quarter on Public Spending and Exports
Australia's fourth-quarter GDP growth highlights increased public investments and exports.
Latvia Cabinet Approves Formal Application to Join the Euro
The Baltic economy would become the 18th EU member to join the single currency