Friday, January 09, 2009

Silvio Berlusconi

Tuesday 23 December 2008 React (0)

World leaders gather under the Christmas tree

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The most powerful people on the planet are an inspiration for Santa this year. From kitsch to witch, check out the political byproducts making their Christmas debut under the tree.

Thursday 30 October 2008 React (0)

Thousands gather to protest education reform

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People thronged the streets of Rome in continuing protests against government plans to reform the education system. Union leaders, meanwhile, called for a general strike in schools across the country.

Saturday 25 October 2008

Millions turn out to protest Italian education reform

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Italy's main opposition party estimates some 2.5 million people protested in Rome against the Silvio Berlusconi government and its proposals to reform the education system.

Monday 20 October 2008 React (0)

EU: In the red but still going green?

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European Union environment ministers met in Luxemburg on Monday in a bid to reach agreement on an energy and climate package. Yet, amid the ongoing financial crisis, climate change is no longer the priority.

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