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InternetNews February 24, 2006 Ed Sutherland	Microsoft 'Plays Chicken' With EC Microsoft has posted its official response to objections from European regulators that the software giant is dragging its feet in a long-running antitrust dispute.
The Motley Fool February 24, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson	ABB Ascendant Asian growth is reviving this European power and automation specialist. Sadly enough, the easy money here is already in the pockets of those who bought at or below the $6 range.
The Motley Fool February 24, 2006 Rich Smith	1,001 Teutonic Nights, Part 3 Investors, get to know Germany: Infineon... Aixtron... Dialog Semiconductor...
InternetNews February 23, 2006 Ed Sutherland	Microsoft Faces New Antitrust Complaint The European Committee for Interoperable Systems said Office is a prime example why the EU should investigate practices that reinforce Microsoft's alleged monopolies and extend its market dominance into current and future products.
The Motley Fool February 23, 2006 Stephen D. Simpson	E.ON's Plan B Unable to buy Scottish Power, this German utility giant targets a Spanish peer. Investors, stay tuned to see how the various governmental bodies handle a cross-border buyout of this magnitude.
Chemistry World February 22, 2006 Arthur Rogers	EU Chemical Regulation Could Save 150 Billion in Environment and Health Costs According to a new study, Europe's forthcoming registration, evaluation and authorization of chemicals (Reach) is expected to offer savings that far outweigh expected costs to the chemicals industry.
Chemistry World February 22, 2006 Arthur Rogers	Update: Europe Gets Hot and Bothered Over Sun Cream Labelling A month after international health experts queried any link between sun protection products and the incidence of melanoma, the European Union is side-stepping the whole issue, at least regarding occupational safety.
The Motley Fool February 22, 2006 Rich Duprey	Bud Grows With Grolsch The top brewer taps a Dutch premium import to bubble up lagging sales. Investors, take note.
Wall Street & Technology February 14, 2006	Little Confidence In Online Banking The United Kingdom's Financial Services Authority (FSA) has characterized consumer confidence in online banking as "fragile." To combat the trend, the regulatory body is encouraging banks to devote greater effort to fighting online banking fraud.
Wall Street & Technology February 13, 2006 Anthony Guerra	Jumping Into the (Pension) Pool For multinational corporations, managing distinct pension plans in dozens of countries is not good for the bottom line. However, the Netherlands' Unilever recently launched Univest -- a transparent, cross-border pension pooling vehicle as a solution.
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