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Layoffs, perks, labor costs trap French government

Monday, 29 October 2012, 08:56 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

The 35-hour work week? Untouchable. The social safety net? Untrimmable.   So how on earth can France's Socialist government keep its promise to make the country, and Europe, more...

Germany: No to new Greek debt haircut

Sunday, 28 October 2012, 15:00 Last update: about 14 years ago Malta Independent

Germany's finance minister has dismissed the idea of governments and other public creditors taking a hit on their Greek debt holdings, arguing that it wouldn't be legally...

Minister: Germany close to balanced budget in 2013

Saturday, 27 October 2012, 16:59 Last update: about 14 years ago Malta Independent

Germany's finance minister says the government will come close to balancing its budget next year as economic growth outpaces public spending.   Germany, Europe's biggest economy, has...

Experience the Lufthansa fleet interactively on the iPad

Friday, 26 October 2012, 16:42 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

With a whole host of video clips, animations and interactive features, the new edition of the LH Magazin app opens up the exciting world of the Lufthansa fleet, which currently comprises around 400...

US economic growth improves to 2% rate in Q3

Friday, 26 October 2012, 16:27 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

The U.S. economy grew at a slightly faster 2 percent annual rate from July through September, buoyed by more spending by consumers and the federal government.   Growth accelerated from the...

Microsoft launches Windows 8 in Malta

Friday, 26 October 2012, 16:25 Last update: about 13 years ago Malta Independent

Today, Microsoft announced the availability of Windows 8 for its customers in Malta and around the world. Beginning on Friday, October 26, consumers and businesses worldwide will be able to experience...

Survey: German consumers increasingly confident

Friday, 26 October 2012, 11:21 Last update: about 14 years ago Malta Independent

German consumers are increasingly optimistic despite continuing problems in the eurozone, a closely-watched survey showed Friday, buoying hopes that domestic spending can help offset slowing...

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