Sri Lanka, Its Economy Reeling, Is Approved for $3 Billion Rescue Loan
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Sri Lanka, Its Economy Reeling, Is Approved for $3 Billion Rescue Loan

The nation, having weathered negotiations with Japan, India and China, hopes the emergency funds from the International Monetary Fund will see it through its debt crisis.
French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote
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French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote

Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.
Can the United Farm Workers of California Rise Again?
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Can the United Farm Workers of California Rise Again?

Decades after Cesar Chavez made the union a power, it has lost much of its clout. Membership dropped precipitously, from 60,000 to 5,500. It hopes a new law will turn the tide.