Trial to start over big oil spill off northwest Spain a decade ago; $5 billion in damages sought. Al Goodman reports.

It’s been a big year for Chile’s airline industry. In June, the country’s flag carrier LAN completed its takeover of Brazil’s biggest airline TAM.

Losing 20% of the economy is the last thing the Spanish government needs right now. But if those calling for Catalan independence get their way, that could be exactly what happens.

Wayne Swan, Australia’s treasurer talks about how the country is coping with the strong Aussie dollar.

Unilever’s Paul Polson discusses the effectiveness of hand washing, Europe’s economy and the US presidential election.