Minister of Justice Alberto Ruiz Gallardón has amended Spain's abortion laws to requires minors between 16 and 18 to obtain parental consent.
About-turn on abortion – Público
After 13 days of protests against austerity measures, President Traian Băescu has made a televised address to the nation. While acknowledging the legitimacy of the protests, he has refused to change course or call early elections.
Correct diagnosis, no treatment – Adevărul
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Five centre-right parties have signed a coalition agreement and have nominated former prime minister and head of the Slovenian Democratic Party Janez Jansa as future head of government.
First day of love for Coalition – Dnevnik
“Do you agree that Scotland should be an independent country?” Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond has announced his intention to put this question to Scotland's voters in the autumn of 2014.
One question, ten words, you choose – The Scotsman
The old continent must adapt and become more productive if it wants to remain a "lifestyle superpower" argues the economic institution.
World Bank: Europe must work more – Die Presse
Private investors have bought €3.5 billion of Irish government bonds at a rate of 5.2%. The last Irish bond sale occurred in September 2010, two months before the EU/IMF bailout.
First sale of Irish bonds since 2010 – The Irish Times
Eight international economists Interviewed by the Danish newspaper argue that to cope with an aging population and global competition, the EU must open its labour market to skilled immigrants.
Top economists warn Europe against closed borders – Berlingske Tidende
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