Access to comp.lang.python

[cjw]

This isn't about Python but I'm seeking suggestions as to the best way 
to access the newsgroup.

It seems that messages are coming from a number of sources, such as 
gmane and google groups.

The problem is that many messages seem to get unlinked from their threads.

I use Thunderbird 3.0.5 and wonder whether the problem lies with the 
merge process, the server or my reader.

Would it be better to go to gmane, google groups or some such provider.

In the past, use of Ctrl K had neatly disposed of thread that are of no 
interest.

I would welcome advice.

Colin W.