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That middle area

Meagan experiences that feeling of in-between-ness that comes from moving home, and wonders how many moves will come before she is settled.

The British notary: Much pomp and circumstance

Blogger Tom Carroll was amazed by his first trip to a notary in the UK. Prepare yourself – and your wallet – for a real spectacle.

UN urged to quickly establish super-agency for women

EC vice president Viviane Reding insists that the time for talking about a UN agency for women’s issues is over: “It’s time to act.”



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21/02/2010 Five years of YouTube: very popular, but poorly researched

YouTube is marking its fifth anniversary. The main attraction of this video site is the opportunity for instant fame it presents to ordinary...

14/02/2010 Love in the age of Facebook

To text or not to text? That is the question. Because in the era of text messaging, Facebook and Twitter, the art of flirtation has changed. We...

26/01/2010 Buying food in the UK: making greener choices

Shopping for vegetables Reducing waste and choosing foods with a lower impact on the environment can help reduce each individual's contribution to climate change.

09/01/2010 Google Phone not so smart

Internet giant Google launched its own smartphone last week. The only thing unique about the phone is its name. Nevertheless, it has generated...

04/01/2010 Ten crucial consumer trends for 2010

Trendwatching.com offers the top 10 trends to look out for in the coming year, spotting more recession-proof opportunities than ever before.

03/01/2010 After luxury bags, counterfeit luxury wines

According to French wine professionals, a handful of rare and fine wines face the same threat from fraud as luxury handbags and designer sunglasses.

25/12/2009 Merry Christmas to all expats!

Expatica wishes you all a happy Christmas and a prosperous 2010!

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Management culture in the United Kingdom

Management culture in the United Kingdom

This handy guide includes information on business hierarchy, negotiations, and etiquette in the UK.

The UK immigration 'points system'

The UK immigration 'points system'

We look at the new 'points system' introduced by the British government for immigration

Managing your move abroad

Managing your move abroad

Relocating abroad? Our guide offers international movers a practical checklist of what needs to be done before you make the move.

Expert Tips: A to Z of expatriate mortgages

Expert Tips: A to Z of expatriate mortgages

A critical insight into the mortgage market for expatriates and reviews lenders in the UK.