US elections: Opticians in America have reported a surge in demand for the rimless rectangular...

Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin. Photograph: Robyn Beck/AFP Critics remain sceptical about whether she possesses the vision thing. But plenty of fashion-conscious voters who look into Sarah Palin's eyes like what they see - her glasses. Opticians in America have reported a surge in demand for the rimless rectangular specs worn by John McCain's running mate during her convention speech.... [read full story]