You are currently browsing the EU Australia Online archives for February, 2012.
Fresh attacks are being organised against official corruption in European Union countries, with officials saying they have no illusions that the going will be anything but difficult. … Read More »
A set of ratings identifying the “best cities for students†has put Paris out in front, with a parcel of likely possibilities jostling for the minor placings. … Read More »
The European Commission says it will “rachet up†pressure on the regime in Syria, in response to its continued use of violence against civilians. … Read More »
Five Oscars were awarded in Los Angeles on Sunday to The Artist, the French and American black-and-white silent film, about the era of black-and-white silent films in Los Angeles.
It was named Best Picture in the Academy Awards presentation, and the leading man, Jean Dujardin became Best Actor. … Read More »
“No-one here can understand how the international community can let this happenâ€, Marie Colvin, Homs, 21.2.12. … Read More »
Amid the fighting in Greece over hard times and hard decisions on the budget, and as European Finance Ministers readied for their latest deliberations on debt (see EUAustralia Online, “Athens Pain”, 14.2.12) another credit agency has set up an amber light on investing in Europe.  … Read More »
Latest event with European fare at the movies saw BAFTA awards, in London, going to prominent Americans along with local industry leaders.
European cinema was being showcased in Australia in a touring festival. … Read More »