A myth rammed down our throats

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In the Landes, south west France, ducks and geese are reared to produce the artificially fattened livers needed for foie gras. The birds are fed by funnel and the throat is massaged when they are 16 weeks old. They are kept indoors with reasonable freedom of movement. The French produce 600 tonnes of foie gras year. Ordinary people eat it for special occasions, panfried or as a terrine. It is also sold tinned or cooked in mousse and pate when it tastes like meat paste.

Production management, France, Food and nutrition, Poultry industry, Foie gras

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At each others' throats over Jack the Ripper

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The murderer known as 'Jack the Ripper,' who was responsible for four or five deaths in 1888, continues to attract considerable interest and controversy. There are differing views about how many murders he actually committed, and many books have been written giving theories about his possible identity. Extensive research has been undertaken, and dispassionate observers believe that the subject has now been taken to extremes.

Social aspects, Murder

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'They are all at each others' throats - it's very funny.' (rivalry between United Kingdom estate agents)(Your Money)

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There can be extremely fierce rivalry between UK estate agents. Vendors who decide to market their property with more than one agency should be particularly aware of this, and of the fact that they could end up being sued. Some less reputable estate agencies use underhand tactics to create problems for rival sales, and there have even been reports of them removing the sale boards of rival agencies.

Real estate agents and managers, Real Estate Agents & Brokers, Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers, Real estate agents, Ethical aspects, Real estate agents and brokers

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