Hermes takes a bite from eBay (News Interactive)

On the Call: EBay CEO John DonahoeBoston.comBy AP EBay Inc. reported better-than-expected results for the first quarter on Wednesday, helped by strength in its marketplaces division, which includes its namesake website, as well as growth in its PayPal payments service. In a conference call with … More: continued here

A MUSICIAN who had a rare instrument stolen after a gig has had it returned – after finding it for sale on eBay. More: continued here

Postal Service, Americana and an eBay auctionThe Star-Ledger – NJ.comOwn a piece of American history, say the descriptions, complete with a signed letter of authenticity from the Postmaster General himself. Last week the United States Postal Service put 100 items from its private collection of memorabilia and artifacts … More: continued here

CNET Purported MacBook Pro prototype with built-in 3G appears on eBayApple InsiderBy AppleInsider Staff An alleged Apple prototype of an older MacBook Pro with built-in 3G cellular data functionality has appeared for sale on eBay, indicating that the company looked into adding wireless data capabilities to its notebooks as early as …3G-equipped MacBook prototype pops…

Washington Post Icahn's Fight Against eBayNew York TimesHe adds: “Whatever the right answer about whether eBay and PayPal should remain together or be separated, there are valid arguments on both sides. Perhaps a breakup is inevitable over the long term. In the meantime, let's keep the debates on the facts.”.EBay rejects Icahn board nominees, asks…

Daily Mail Wife uploads sarcastic eBay advert to sell 'selfish git's' motorbikeDaily MailThe disgruntled wife of a motorbike fanatic has posted a sarcastic advert on eBay selling the 'selfish git's' pride and joy Triumph Rocket III Roadster. Alison Raynor, 48, whose rant has attracted bids of up to £10,000 and even marriage proposals, says …Disgruntled…