AT the Journée Champêtre à Loubejac, Simone and I had set up the table for the snacks, or the casse-croûtes, as they are called for... Read more →
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That was the chilly spring that was
JUST a day or two ago there was a frost on the roadside verges and in the valley hollows when I was out on an... Read more →
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Rules eased on cross-border pet travel in Europe
New legislation on the "non-commercial transport" of pets, already informally agreed with EU ministers, was approved by Parliament on Thursday. Taking pets abroad will be... Read more →
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What does Microsoft have to say about 'tech support' scam calls?
The phone rings and there’s a voice on the line telling you they’re aware you’re having computer problems, but not to worry – they’re with... Read more →
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Check bathing water quality in France
THE European Environment Agency (EEA) has released detailed findings on the quality of EU bathing water, with 93% of sites meeting the minimum standards. In... Read more →
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France legalises same-sex marriage
France became the 14th country to legalise same-sex marriage Saturday after President Francois Hollande signed the measure into law following months of bitter political debate.... Read more →
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WWII veteran loses ruling on expats voting in UK elections
A 91-year old British man who has fought a campaign for long-term expats to be able to vote in British general elections has lost a... Read more →
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Real time maps of water levels in French rivers
THE north east corner of France has experienced very heavy rain over the past few days, with many rivers bursting their banks and flooding local... Read more →
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Overseas UK pensions 'blocked for spouses'
People living abroad will no longer be entitled to a British state pension based solely on their spouse's work history, under government plans. Pensions Minister... Read more →
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