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Green Berlin Brothel Offers Cyclists Discount

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(Newser) – A Berlin brothel is trying to boost business and make the red-light district a greener place with a new discount program, Reuters reports. Patrons who cycle to the brothel or who can prove they got there on public transport will get $7 off the usual $100 price, according to the brothel's manager, who says business is up and nearby traffic congestion is down.

A woman poses inside a Berlin brothel.
A woman poses inside a Berlin brothel.   (AP Photo/Franka Bruns)
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The recession has hit our industry hard. Obviously, we hope that the discount will attract more people. It's good for business, it's good for the environment—and it's good for the girls. - Thomas Goetz, owner of the "Maison d'Envie" brothel.

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Jul 14, 09 2:26 AM CDT
hmmm apparently I have to slide my news settings farther towards hard, because this is not news in the slightest. But yet I couldn't not click on it....then comment on it... newser is evil. Reply
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kokuaguy
Jul 14, 09 6:15 AM CDT
Speaking of brothels-- how the hell did New Zealand get away with legalizing prostitution recently without FAUX NEWS blasting it with all their fury? Could it be because theirs is one of the most civilized, livable societies on earth with a reputation for good government and fiscal responsibility? How much tax revenue could flow to pay off our deficit by doing the same. Not to mention reducing crime, spouse abuse, and disease. Reply
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