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Japan’s government debt equals about 230 percent of its gross domestic product.  To raise money to pay that down, the government will increase the national sales tax to 8 percent. Paying off massive debt seems prudent, but to avoid slowing the economy with the higher taxes, Japanese officials in the next day or so will […]

The economic choices underlying those protests in Ukraine that are all over the news today.

A massive rail project could have a major impact on the economies of five African countries.

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The lynchpin of the European economy is now on track for a new government by Christmas.

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Starting soon, London Underground riders will be able to enjoy WiFi and other services.

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