R&D: Prince William is Engaged, Ireland Told to Take EU Bailout, and the Merchant of Death is Extradicted

Here is your R&D for November 16th:

Prince William to marry Kate Middleton, giving Britain a 21st-century princess from the Christian Science Monitor
While continental Europe is being hit with serious economic problems this morning, Great Britain woke up to good news:  that Prince William will marry his college sweetheart, Kate Middleton next spring or summer.

Ireland told: Take EU bailout or trigger crisis from the Guardian
The European Union has warned Ireland that it needs to make a decision within 24 hours about whether or not it will accept a bailout.  Spain and Portugal fear that they could be next if Ireland defaults on its debt.

Russia denounces ‘Merchant of Death’ extradition from the UK Telegraph
Arms dealer Viktour Bout, dubbed the “Merchant of Death”, has been extradicted by Thailand to face terrorism charges in the United States.  Russia has claimed that the extradition is illegal.

Reassessing George Bush from the Economist
In its weekly Lexington column, the Economist discusses former President George W. Bush’s legacy and how provides its thoughts on the Bush’s memoir Decision Points.

Europe is next test for weakened Obama from Reuters
Europe is President Obama’s next international destination as he tries to reassure European partners about their importance to the United States and America’s commitment to Afghanistan.

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