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A campaign that smells like a sausage: France's electoral system, a gaullist relic, was an accident waiting to happen. It has turned politics into low
With some delicacy, the erstwhile French president Edouard Herriot held that politics in France should, like the tripe sausage, "smell a little like ......(Continue Reading)
At Wal-Mart, "a cult masquerading as a company", you can buy everything from apples to car parts and save money. But only at the expense of others, both
There was only one choice of venue when Ford Lund and Rae Bauer got married earlier this month: in front of their local Wal-Mart store in Missoula, Montana. That is where they met, after all, servi...(Continue Reading)
I wanted to buy my husband's pants, but the shop insisted I take out a store card - Now What - author's experience at Burton's
A babysitting agency called to offer me "a crazy Easter special offer", which meant paying 40 quid to go on their books. The voice, not the offer, caught ......(Continue Reading)
Buying Property in Europe - Help with Real Estate Purchase for Foreigners
Help with buying property in Europe. European real estate agents, property finders, relocation help, and information for English speakers wanting to buy real estate in Europe....(Continue Reading)
Are You Ready for Frances? Facts About Flood Insurance
Did you know that it's too late to buy flood insurance that will cover your home if it's damaged by waters from hurricane Frances? Flood insurance is not hard to get, and it's more affordable than you might think, but......(Continue Reading)
Top Packing Must-Haves for Train Travel in France
When you are traveling by train, it is so much more important to pack well. You will be on the go, and probably lugging your bags up and down stairs and while you walk to your hotel. You also want to be sure you have the proper items for your trip, w...(Continue Reading)
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