This past week, the Zimbabwean government launched a gold coin priced at about $1,800, hoping that when people buy it, it will reduce the number of bills in circulation and eventually stabilize the Zim dollar. But some are dubious about the plan.
How money became ‘the most powerful metaphor’ in the world
As The World’s Laura Lynch reports, the upcoming royal wedding has an American connection. Prince William’s great great grandmother was one of many “dollar princesses,” women who moved to Britain to swap their inherited cash for royal status.
Health Note/Euro Itch
Living on Earth’s Cynthia Graber reports that some Europeans may be allergic to the new Euro dollar coins.
Takeouts: hoaxes on the Hill, dollar’s decline, MLB playoffs
Washington Takeout: hoaxes in Washington; Business Takeout: why the dollar continues to fall against other currencies; Sports Takeout: two exciting MLB playoff games
