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NEW — READ THE AMERICAN MAGAZINE ONLINE Click here to read back copies. RECENT ITEMS • U.S. Embassy London Warden Message: Demonstration, April 1, 2009 • Diversity Lottery Fraud • Presidential Election Summary • Embassy Relocation Plans • Important Changes to UK Visa Regulations • New Embassy video service • New Republicans Abroad website • Josh Hamilton – A Real Sports "Feel Good" Story • IRS Extends Hours • Ambassador Tuttle Gives 2008 Churchill Lecture

NEWS theamerican.co.uk is the 'sister' to The American magazine, the monthly publication for all Americans in the British Isles. Contact the editor on editor@theamerican.co.uk with news about your social, alumni, church, charity or military group activities or events. Sideline Richard L Gale examines NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's treatment of Donte' Stallworth, Michael Vick and Plaxico Burress. July 4th Fun With Democrats Abroad A fun-filled afternoon of food, games and good company is promised by DAUK in central London on Saturday, the 4th of July. Remote Controlled Future of War Dr. Alison Holmes, Fellow of Transatlantic Studies at Yale University and The American's political columnist, considers how the hands-off nature of modern conflict is affecting the situation in Pakistan. URGENT: Swine Flu Warden Message from the U.S. Embassy London The Embassy alerts U.S. citizens to the latest information on human cases of 2009–H1N1 Influenza. Buying A Home In The UK A quarter of one estate agent's new applicants are Americans seeking to buy in prime central London. Is this the right time to buy? Fantasy Focus Our new Fantasy Football columnist John Pedigo summarises his Top 10 Surprises of the 2008 Fantasy Football Season. URGENT: Warden Message from the U.S. Embassy London The U.S. Embassy in London wishes to alert American citizens in the United Kingdom to the continuing possibility of large and disruptive protests against Israeli military intervention in the Gaza strip. HAPPY INAUGURATION MR PRESIDENT Park Plaza Hotels will paint the town red, white and blue on Tuesday 20 January 2009 in honour of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States of America. Happy Holidays from the Embassy The holiday season is here and that means it's time for the Embassy's annual reminder about personal security during the holidays. A few precautions can go a long way toward helping you avoid becoming a crime victim. Read the full advice right here. Review: Alex Alex, the smarmy merchant banker, is brilliantly brought to life by Robert Bathurst. Read Jarlath O'Connell's review. Don't Gamble on Fraud to Win the Diversity Visa Lottery Unscrupulous businesses and attorneys are trying to lure British citizens into participating in a visa program that's not available to them. Christmas Events See our Diary Dates section for fun and seasonal things to do. Perhaps go to see Cinderella at the Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith, London. Acclaimed American director Melly Still returns to the original Brothers Grimm story to create a spellbinding show for the whole family. Obama Wins Historic Election Victory Senator Barack Obama of Illinois has been elected the 44th President of the United States of America. Read our summary of events and the text of his victory speech. Election: FVAP News from Arizona and Pennsylvania Federal Voting Assistance Program announcements about how expats can vote online. Embassy Relocation Plans Announced The State Department today signed a conditional agreement to acquire a site in the Nine Elms Opportunity Area in Wandsworth for the construction of a new London Embassy. Democrats Abroad UK Newsletter Essential news for Democrats as we reach the final electoral furlong. NBA Free Events In Run Up To Nets/Heat London Game The NBA is unveiling a weekend of free interactive fan experiences highlighted by a replica NBA court outside the National Theatre on London's South Bank, from October 10–12. Titanic Life Jacket At American Museum in Britain Only until October 12th, one of the few documented life jackets from the Titanic will be on display at The American Museum in Britain. News: Important Changes to UK Visa Regulations In November 2008, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) will begin to implement a five–tier visa regulation system. The first cut off date for applications is October 1, 2008. Review: Flamenco Flamen'ka Jarlath O'Connell reviews a show by Jorge Luis Borges and TV dance reviewer Craig Revel Horwood! He expects Carmen Miranda to turn up at any time. What The Embassy Can Do For You Many Americans do not know what the Embassy's American Citizen Services Section can do for them, in cases of emegency or just for those day to day things like voting, help with passports and getting documents notarized. Football Predictions: A Second Slice What's the skinny on College and NFL Football? Just before the season started, Richard L Gale analyzed all 152 teams. British International Studies Association US Foreign Policy Working Group Annual Conference Register now for this conference on issues central to US foreign policy in the build–up to the election. New Website for Republicans Abroad Voting League Voting is your right — don't miss the chance to have your say. This new Republicans Abroad website may help. Maid of Orleans The New Orleans Saints head to London this Fall to play an NFL regular season game at Wembley. In an extensive interview, Richard L Gale asks Saints Owner/Executive Vice President Rita Benson LeBlanc about the football business, coming to London, and life after Hurricane Katrina. Josh Hamilton — A Real "Feel Good" Story Sean Chaplin read about the newest Texas Ranger Josh Hamilton blasting a home–run. Happens all the time in Major League Baseball, but amazing after the hole Hamilton dug himself before his career ever got started. Ambassador Tuttle Gives Churchill Lecture The Churchill Lecture, an important annual event of the English–Speaking Union, was given this year by Ambassador Robert H. Tuttle. His speech was titled, "Freedom's Fate - The Destiny of Democracy?" The Johnsons The All-American cartoon family, all over Britain. The dysfunctional Johnsons pose the question: 'Is it us, or is it them...?' THE NEIGHBORHOOD The American helps you organize your life in the UK. Includes an explanation of British Money, advice on Driving in the UK (don't forget it's on the 'wrong' side!), Essential Contacts for when things go wrong, and a whole lot more. We'll be adding to it as the days go by. If there's something you'd like to be there that isn't, just tell us.

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