"It just is not a good idea." Swine flu parties are the latest version of chickenpox parties, where parents encourage their kids to share lollipops, spoons or whistles to spread the disease and get immunity.

VOA: standard.2009.12.18

The French version of the latest Astrix book, The Birthday of Astrix and Obelix, was launched Thursday.

VOA: standard.2009.10.22