Latest update: 06/12/2011 

- Angela Merkel - euro - eurozone - Iran - Ireland - Mexico - Nicolas Sarkozy


Another EU referendum is the worst possible outcome

As today's international papers react to the deal to save the eurozone, some say it's unlikely to achieve much, while others fear it could sow the seed for all kinds of political worries around Europe.

By Elena CASAS

The Guardian thinks Angela Merkel definitely came out on top of yesterday's talks in Paris - but the Irish Times is more worried about the consequences, which for Ireland could mean a fresh referendum.

El Pais reports on the Mexican presidential candidate who can't name three books he's read, and the Guardian on Iran's revolutionary guards - who thought 70-year-old D-Day plans were for an imminent invasion.

“National treasure” Eric Rohmer dies
12/01/2010 - IN THE PAPERS

“National treasure” Eric Rohmer dies

One of the leading French directors during the New Wave of cinema in the 1960s has passed away. Libération leads with the death of Eric Rohmer, calling him a “national treasure”.
French singer Mano Solo dies aged 46
11/01/2010 - IN THE PAPERS

French singer Mano Solo dies aged 46

Tragedy in the Africa Cup of Nations is the big news, but in France, the music-world in mourning the death of rock-singer Mano solo.
Africa Nations Cup marred by tragedy
11/01/2010 - IN THE PAPERS

Africa Nations Cup marred by tragedy

Tragedy before even a ball was kicked in the Africa Cup of Nations dominates the international headlines, from Burkina Faso to Australia.
It's cold outside:  Britain is covered in ice
08/01/2010 - IN THE PAPERS

It's cold outside: Britain is covered in ice

Britain's roads are frozen over and there is no more salt to keep them clear. But the recent cold weather doesn't mean global warming is history.
The only known survivor of both atomic bombings has died
07/01/2010 - IN THE PAPERS

The only known survivor of both atomic bombings has died

In today's international press review: the only know survivor of both atomic bombings on Japan has died at age 93. Also in the news: a picture of US President Barack Obama is being used to sell coats.

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