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Wed 9 Aug, 2006 12:01 am
source: The Guardian, 09.08.2006, page 13
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Isn't that store owned by an arab? (correct for Egyptian ethnicity if necessary)
Since the muslims and jews etc can all enjoy the Christmas extravaganza, we are obviously missing an opportunity not to celebrate other religious festivals in our stores.
Only 251 shopping days left till Diwali.
And what about Selfridge's? They'll start tomorrow ... "a fortnight earlier than usual".
"Harrods' corporate communications director Peter Willasey said the August launch came in response to high customer demand."
It's a pity that we can only enjoy the Christmas season for 108 days each year....
Some places here celebrate "christmas in july" cause thats when we have snow and cold and stuff like that.
Its really a marketing ploy.