WELL that was quite a year. From initial worries about the economy struggling a little, to banks and financial institutions around the world stumbling and... Read more →
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The rising cost of an expatriate life
RECENTLY newspaper articles, forum posts and the comment sections of This French Life have featured the experiences of people who have seen their incomes tumble... Read more →
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That was the year 2008 that was
Robert Luc takes a group around the streets of la Croix-Rousse, Lyon.WITH the year drawing to a close, and 2009 just around the corner, I... Read more →
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Visit France in winter through Flickr
A winter morning by Craig McGintyIF you are out and about in France this Christmas don't forget to keep your camera close at hand just... Read more →
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Offer a helping hand to charities in France
AT this time of year many people look back over the past 12 months and begin to think about the changes they might want to... Read more →
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Bumper Christmas quiz for winter nights
WITH a dash of festive cheer, Andrew Whittaker, who compiled the book Speak the Culture: France, has created a double whammy of French quiz questions.... Read more →
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Christmas gifts for lovers of France
IF you are wondering what to get this Christmas for someone who enjoys all things France, then take a look over what others have been... Read more →
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The rights of the disabled in the workplace
IN May 1881 Engels wrote in the Labour Standard: "A fair day's wages for a fair day's work? But what is a fair day's wages,... Read more →
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Inheritance tax fight taken to Europe
THE inheritance tax problems faced by same-sex couples registered in a civil partnership from outside France are to be raised in the European Parliament. Scottish... Read more →
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