Christian Post Food stamp program could face cuts if govt shutdown continuesKTVBBOISE — A new concern is growing in Idaho over the effects of the government shutdown. It involves the federal food stamp program, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The Idaho Foodbank tells us they're worried that funding for …

Union likely to announce strike at Royal MailBBC NewsPlans for a national strike at Royal Mail are expected to be announced by the main postal union later today. Polling by the Communication Workers Union suggests there will be both a large turnout in the ballot and an overwhelming vote for …

The Guardian Royal Mail boss Moya Greene calls for protection from strikesThe GuardianRoyal Mail boss Moya Greene has called for "protections" from strikes as more than 100,000 postal workers prepare to announce plans for industrial action that could take place as soon as 23 October. In an interview to mark …

The Giant Koala in Victoria for sale on eBayNinemsnThe owners of the Giant Koala, out the edge of the Grampians, have stepped up a marketing campaign for the massive beast, listing it on eBay. Rob and Julie-Anne McPherson have been trying to sell the Giant Koala for more than eight …

Deseret News Federal shutdown threatens Utah food stamps, WIC programsDeseret NewsSALT LAKE CITY — Utah would have to stop issuing food stamps to about 100,000 needy homes if the federal government shutdown continues past October. Also, the Women, Infants and Children program, already running on emergency funds, will be out …

National Post Glenn Greenwald's New Venture Reportedly Backed by eBay FounderMediaiteOmidyar, who is chairman of the board at eBay Inc but is not involved in day-to-day operations at the company, has numerous philanthropic, business and political interests, mainly through an investment entity called the Omidyar Network. Details of what …Exclusive: Greenwald …

Thanks to the generosity of Stampeders fans, a record total of 4,088 coats has been collected in the 2013 Share the Warmth program to benefit the Salvation Army. More: continued here

The Guardian MPs launch Royal Mail inquiry as share rise continuesReuters UKLONDON (Reuters) – Shares in Royal Mail peaked 48 percent above their privatisation price on Tuesday as a committee of MPs said it planned to summon bankers and the business minister to a parliamentary inquiry into the sale. The …

Polling by the Communication Workers Union suggests there will be an overwhelming vote for strikes by Royal Mail staff. More: continued here

Telegraph.co.uk Stamp prices may have to rise, Royal Mail boss admits, as postal operator …Telegraph.co.ukSpeaking as Royal Mail officially listed on the stock exchange, Moya Greene, chief executive, said that compared with other countries in the EU its prices were "low to middle of the spectrum". Asked by Sky News …