Links for Wednesday 30 July 2008:

“Improper treatment” UN report criticises French human rights record
Good customers: Sarkozy’s Closures of Military Bases Bring Pain to French Towns
False alarm this time: 100 employees of French nuclear site evacuated
But the unease stays: Concerns Raised Over France Nuclear Leaks
Freebie: French first lady gives her new album to ministers
Vive la différence: Dispelling French myths
Obituary: Lucien Jeunesse: singer, presenter and circus compere
On your bikes: 10 top cycle rides in Europe
Even more? A bit less ego might make Nicolas Sarkozy more popular
Stupid question: Call me Jackie… OK Carla – but does that make Sarko the new JFK?