Oil falls below $97 as Greece debt raises concerns

Oil prices fell Monday as talks stalled on a Greek debt deal needed to avoid a disastrous default, raising concerns about the region’s economy and future demand. Benchmark crude fell by 96 cents to $96.88 per barrel in New York. Brent crude rose 74 …

AP – msnbc.com • February 06, 2012, 9:08 AM (PST)

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Egypt speeds preparation for presidential vote

Egypt’s military leader told electoral officials Monday to speed preparations for presidential elections after a new eruption of street protests demanding that the ruling generals move more quickly to hand power to an elected government. The military …

AP – msnbc.com • February 06, 2012, 12:07 PM (PST)

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China: One fire may be out, but tensions over rural land rights are still smoldering

After months of protests and rioting in the small Chinese village of Wukan, life is returning to normal. As roadblocks are removed and daily life returns to its pre-riot rhythms, it is tempting to think that a crisis has been averted. But the …

The Christian Science Monitor • February 06, 2012, 9:30 AM (PST)

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Mexico party taps 1st woman for presidential run

MEXICO CITY – A major political party in Mexico has chosen a female presidential candidate for the first time, as the ruling party bet that a charismatic former congresswoman will help it erode the lead held by its powerful rival. After easily winning …

CBS News • February 06, 2012, 11:03 AM (PST)

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