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President Barack Obama, the G8 host, has urged European leaders repeatedly to do more to stimulate growth, fearing contagion from the euro crisis that could hurt the U.S. economy and his chances of re-election in November.
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British Prime Minister David Cameron, who has been increasingly vocal in urging Europe to do more to resolve the debt crisis, will tell leaders they must work together to stop it from spreading worldwide.
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At the summit meeting in March, Mr. Obama said to the world leaders there was "still a window that allows for a diplomatic resolution". He stressed that all options remained open.
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Nokia is implementing a decisive action plan to position the company for future growth and success. The main focus of these actions is on lowering the company's costs, improving cash flow and maintaining a strong financial position.
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Nokia, which once ruled the mobile phone roost, was wrongfooted by the rise of smartphones. It may have hoped the iPhone phenomenon was close to running its course.
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We don't live here. We're down for a vacation with the kids from Minnesota, no hurricanes there! My husband and the kids are pretty excited, but honestly, I'm scared stiff. If we have to evacuate, I'll be relieved.
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Market turmoil over the euro zone crisis could last another 12 to 24 months, the German Finance Minister said on Friday. It was up to the Greeks to decide if they wanted to stay in the single currency.
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With Greece heading towards another election on June 17, the German minister said only the Greek people could decide whether the recession-mired country would stay in the euro.
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It's up to Greek politicians to explain the reality to their people and not make false promises. There are too many Greek politicians who say that Europe is the cause of their problems. It's not true.
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We want Greece to stay in the euro but meet its commitments and that's a decision that's up to the Greeks. The Greek government must push ahead with reforms to return its economy to health.