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Bras to the Borscht Belt

In an organized campaign dubbed “Knicker Aid”, British women are donating their pre-diet undergarments when they lose weight to women in Russia, where a “decent bra” can cost a month’s wages. June Macfarlane, of Darlington, England, a co-founder of the plan, hopes the large sized garments will suit Russians thanks to their “starchy diets”. (Reuters) ...These days, that might violate laws against the transfer of advanced technology.


Publication Date: 28 August 1994

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