Yes, we are watching the French presidential sex scandal closely -- and shaking our heads. Time for a beer...

French President's Love Life Enters the E.R. With His First Lady Hospitalized

By Christopher Dickey
Valerie Trierweiler is reportedly resting after learning of François Hollande's latest dalliance.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2014/01/12/french-president-s-love-life-enters-the-e-r-with-his-first-lady-in-the-hospital.html

French President François Hollande Slams Affair Allegations

By Tracy McNicoll 
French President François Hollande is threatening legal action over a tabloid photo-spread that allegedly showed the world leader dallying with a French actress. http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2014/01/11/french-president-francois-hollande-slams-affair-allegations.html

On another subject: 

Why Everyone Should Copy Amsterdam's Beer-for-Work Scheme

By Nadette De Visser Why America should copy The Netherlands' latest social experiment.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2014/01/12/why-everyone-should-copy-amsterdam-s-beer-for-work-scheme.html