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“The crisis isn’t around the corner, yet”—the EU challenges Italy’s finances

Also on the daily podcast: Canada’s hardening immigration line and why “presenteeism” is a waste of your time

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EUROPEAN OFFICIALS have threatened a substantial fine if Italy doesn’t shrink its debt and budget deficit. Whether or not it follows through, markets are already punishing the country. Tens of thousands of refugees have crossed the border into Canada from America, but as an election looms, the government is rethinking its openness. And, the plague of “presenteeism”: when your work is done, just go home. Runtime: 20 min

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