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Portugal - New Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa is sworn in

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On March 9th 2016 Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa was sworn in as Portugal's new president, making an appeal for prudent government spending after a recent financial crisis, as well as a new focus on generating growth and jobs.The veteran...
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Egyptian Steel boss sets sights on overseas markets to help boost economy

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An Egyptian steel entrepreneur is setting his sights on trading in overseas markets. The country's economy has struggled in recent years - and the head of Egyptian Steel thinks international exports could help turn things around. At...
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Unions protest against austerity measures as Finance Ministers meet

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1. Various of trade union members holding banners and flags, gathering in Budapest to protest against austerity 2. Close of man holding plastic horn 3. Various midshots of protesters 4. SOUNDBITE: (Portuguese) Lucinda Tamason,...
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Fink: Only Certainty of Brexit is a Lot of Uncertainty

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June 29 -- Larry Fink, chairman and chief executive officer at BlackRock, discusses the market and political effects of Brexit. He speaks with Bloomberg's Erik Schatzker at the Aspen Art Museum in Aspen, Colorado on "Bloomberg Markets."...
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After two days of protests, the New York Post apologized Thursday for a cartoon that some have interpreted as comparing President Barack Obama to a violent chimpanzee gunned down by police.

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HEADLINE: NY Post makes partial apology for cartoon CAPTION: After two days of protests, the New York Post apologized to some critics who were offended by a cartoon that some have interpreted as racist. However, the paper refuses to...
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During a House Democrats' retreat in Williamsburg, Va., President Barack Obama urged the passage of the economic stimulus plan saying that while he welcomed debate over policy the time to act is now.

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HEADLINE: Obama: Voters "sent us here to bring change" CAPTION: During a House Democrats' retreat in Williamsburg, Va., President Barack Obama urged the passage of the economic stimulus plan saying that while he welcomed debate over...
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With the Senate moving toward a tenuous compromise on the White House's economic stimulus plan, President Barack Obama hammered at the urgent need to pass a bill that will jump-start the struggling economy and put people back to work.

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HEADLINE: Obama talks up stimulus in weekly address CAPTION: With the Senate moving toward a tenuous compromise on the White House's economic stimulus plan, President Barack Obama hammered at the urgent need to pass a bill that will...
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Despite concerns from Republican leaders, President Barack Obama is asking lawmakers to pass a big stimulus bill soon.

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HEADLINE: Obama asks lawmakers to back stimulus bill CAPTION: Despite concerns from Republican leaders, President Barack Obama is asking lawmakers to pass a big stimulus bill soon. (Jan. 23) ((Layoffs file footage, Wall Street and...
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Mayors from across the country gathered at the White House to discuss the money their cities will receive from the president's massive economic stimulus plan.

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HEADLINE: Mayors welcome stimulus money for cities CAPTION: Mayors from across the country gathered at the White House to discuss the money their cities will receive from the president's massive economic stimulus plan. (Feb. 20)
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A handful of earnings reports revive hopes that the economy is improving and gave investors reason to dive back into stocks.

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HEADLINE:Oct. 19: Stocks rise on strong earnings CAPTION:A handful of earnings reports revive hopes that the economy is improving and gave investors reason to dive back into stocks.(Oct. 19) [Notes:ANCHOR VOICE] A handful of earnings...
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New York lawmakers say President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package will send nearly $3.4 billion in aid directly to New York City. The stimulus package is expected to be signed by Obama by mid-February.

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HEADLINE: NY lawmakers: Stimulus plan to send $3.4B to NYC CAPTION: New York lawmakers say President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package will send nearly $3.4 billion in aid directly to New York City. The stimulus package is...
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GREEKS VOTE IN CRITICAL ELECTION, WITH EURO MEMBERSHIP IN BALANCE

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Greeks were going to the polls on Sunday for the second time in six weeks in what was arguably their country's most critical vote in 40 years, with Greece's treasured place within the European Union's joint currency in the balance. The...
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How Portugal's big waves are boosting the economy

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Big waves, small waves - Portugal is branding itself as a surfers' paradise all year round. And the country's tourism industry - and fragile economy - are hoping to ride the surfing waves. Portugal is making waves in the surfing world....
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Pelosi Pushes for Quick Funding for Zika

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: Minority Leader Rep. Nancy Pelosi is urging the House to pass a supplemental appropriations measure to boost the fight against the Zika virus, , which can cause grave birth defects such as microcephaly and is expected to worsen in...