Canada's veiled immigration problems

The case of a Muslim student removed from class for wearing a veil hints at the difficulty of integration.

By Sandro Contenta , GlobalPost
Published: March 18, 2010 07:03 ET

TORONTO, Canada — In Europe and parts of North America, the image of a Muslim woman with a veiled face is increasingly the trigger for anxious debates about national identity.

In France, where the wearing of Islamic headscarves in public schools has already been banned, politicians are poised to outlaw the veil in public buildings and public transport. In Italy, cabinet ministers...

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A first-time retrospective of the French fashion designer's work opens at the Petit Palais.

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French warship sale to Russia strains NATO

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Opinion: Talk about burqa ban before it's too late

Should the partial-ban be approved, France’s restrictions on the veil would be an affront to their 5-million strong Muslim minority.

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In-flight theft: Watch your wallet

Travelers have a "false sense of security" on planes — then their passport or cash goes missing.

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What do you know of the African American experience in France?

Ask a Frenchman - France - March 20, 2010 11:51 ET

(asked by Monique from New Mexico)What do you know of the African American experience in France, the entire country not just Paris as far as living and working there?Are they perceived as Hip Hop culturalists or are you more aware of the diversity that African Americans as a...


The Center Cannot Hold

French Politics - France - March 20, 2010 02:51 ET

Two analyses, here and here.


Updates to Come Soon, I Promise!

Jennieen France - France - March 18, 2010 10:10 ET

Just a short message to let you know/promise that I will update the site soon. I fully intended on adding more comparative material and French exercises and listening resources this weekend, but of course real life keeps getting in the way. I actually have some...


My favorite wallpaper;)

FrenchKiss ProvenceStyle - France - March 17, 2010 12:42 ET

Here is some wallpaper I found under the cabinets.


Your Guide To Michelin Starred Restaurants in Burgundy (And There Are Beaucoup!)

Laura Bradbury, Author, "The Grape Journal" blog - France - March 16, 2010 22:15 ET

Feeling flush and hungry? Read here for The Burgundy Eye's excellent cheat sheet on Burgundy's starred restaurants. I'm going to start saving now...well, as soon as I get back from Hawaii...


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