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Austerity sparks riots in Athens - Jun. 28, 2011 - CNNMoney

In the early to mid-2000s, the government took advantage of Greece's strong economy by running a large deficit. As the world economy cooled in the late 2000s, Greece was hit hard because its main industries—shipping and tourism—were sensitive to changes in the business cycle. As a result, the country's debt began to pile up rapidly. The Government announced in late 2009 that it had racked up enough debt to be running a deficit of almost 13% of Greece's global domestic pr… WebFeb 13, 2012 · The riot, widely described as one of the worst in Athens since Greece began dealing with its crippling debt crisis in 2010, broke out after the Greek Parliament approved a new package of austerity ... chimney glass cocktail

Greek bailout crisis in 300 words - BBC News

WebDec 8, 2008 · Rioters clash with police in the western city of Patras. About 200 protesters riot outside police headquarters in Chania. On Corfu, protesters attack four cars and two … WebAmid demonstrations against government austerity, protesters clashed with hooded youths WebJun 15, 2011 · Wed 15 Jun 2011 10.34 EDT 10.34 EDT. Protesters gesture and wave Greek flags front of parliament in Athens. Photograph: Lefteris Pitarakis/AP. Protesters try to break through a barrier in front of ... chimney glass globes