Pursuits
Europe's Bid to End Roaming Charges
European Commissioner Neelie Kroes would eliminate roaming charges, but she faces a lot of telecom opposition
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When a Londoner takes a trip to Paris, two and a half hours away by train, his phone bill soars. A 20-minute call home costs £5 ($8). Texting a photo is 60 pence (96¢). Ten minutes of Google Maps is £2.76. All these services would be free had he just stayed put.