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Agence France-Presse on MSN4d
Ethiopia, an unlikely outpost for France's beloved 'petanque' game
In an unlikely Ethiopian outpost of one the most French of pastimes, four men are leaning over their petanque balls, arguing ...
Taipei Times4d
Ethiopia, an unlikely outpost for France’s petanque
In an unlikely Ethiopian outpost of one the most French of pastimes, four men are leaning over their petanque balls, arguing ...
Independent.ie11d
Sligo Pétanque Club hosting open day for members of the public to come along and try it out
Sligo Pétanque Club is inviting members of the public to experience the unique appeal of pétanque at its upcoming Open Day, ...
The Economist1d
In Putin’s Moscow, a summer of death and distraction
Summers in Russia are short. Come autumn, the stages will be dismantled and the flowers removed. No one knows what next ...
Radio France Internationale2d
Ethiopia, an unlikely outpost for France's beloved game of 'petanque' - Radio France Internationale
Petanque, the bowling game also known as boules, is more readily associated with French village squares where locals launch metal balls at a jack while enjoying an afternoon drink.
East Lothian Courier8d
East Lothian Petanque Club success at Penicuik competition
An East Lothian sports club recently celebrated their first anniversary with medals and a trophy at a competition.
Lancashire Evening Post on MSN4d
Decision made over tree felling at this Lancashire nudist camp
A decision has been made over tree felling plans at a Lancashire nudist centre. Bosses at Lancashire Sun Society in Hazel ...