News 01/27/2012
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - EU law is enough for now to regulate shale gas exploration, although changes might be needed to protect the environment once Europe enters the development phase, a study ... AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - When Philips Electronics reports earnings on Monday, investors will be bracing themselves for developments on restructuring, costs cuts and whether the TV business will be sold ... Businessman Asil Nadir would have needed banknotes 300 times the height of Nelson's Column to balance the books of his empire, the Old Bailey hears ... The Chancellor George Osborne is to reveal details about the new Financial Services Bill that will overhaul regulation of the sector ... Growing inequality should now be the priority for leaders after the economic crisis, senior figures at the World Economic Forum say ... Veteran actor John Hurt will receive the outstanding contribution to cinema award at the Bafta's next month, it is announced ... The Daily Mail has overtaken the New York Times as the world's most popular newspaper website. How did it do it? ... Newcastle United goalkeeper Tim Krul says he is happy with his progress on Tyneside, regardless of speculation surrounding his future ... Health authorities decide upon a cross-border strategy which includes plans for a minimum price for alcohol ... A man described by his solicitor as a nerd and a train spotter has appeared in court on terrorism charges ... | 
