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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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04/03/2010 UN urged to quickly establish super-agency for women

Woman with scar Luxembourg’s Viviane Reding insists that the time for talking about a UN agency for women’s issues is over: “It’s time to act.”

24/02/2010 French air controllers turbulent as Europe's skies merge

Fearing ‘social consequences’, French air traffic controllers launch a five-day strike to protest against the creation of a single European sky.

23/02/2010 French strike threatens to choke off petrol pumps

With families hitting the road for the half-term holiday, unions warned petrol could run short within days thanks to strikes at Total's six...

23/02/2010 Scientists shed light on sleep through the ages

New insights include a 90-minute nap is as beneficial as a full night of sleep and lower sleep efficiency affects young adults compared to older...

20/02/2010 Tourists lift British inmates' spirits at Thai prison

Visits to inmates in Bangkok's Bangkwang prison have become popular in recent years, with visitors ranging from curious young travellers to...

20/02/2010 Dutch government falls over Afghan military mission

The Hague coalition parties clashed over a NATO request to extend the Netherlands' military mission in Afghanistan, the prime minister said.

19/02/2010 Rwanda teachers struggle to follow switch to English

Teachers, not students, experience more difficulties learning English as Rwanda switches from French to English in schools.

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