Unprecedented cuts by the U.S. Postal Service will slow first-class delivery next spring and, for the first time in 40 years, eliminate the chance for stamped letters to arrive the next day. More: continued here

eBay shares are trading higher Monday morning after Raymond James analyst Aaron Kessler raised his rating on the stock to Strong Buy from Market Perform, while setting a target price of $39. The stock closed Friday at $29.60. Kessler offered three reasons for the more bullish stance: He says data …

Blessed John Henry Newman on Vatican stampIndependent Catholic NewsA special Vatican City postage stamp depicting Blessed John Henry Newman and Westminster Abbey with Pope Benedict is included in a new set issued to mark the Apostolic Journeys made by Pope Benedict XVI during 2010. The Union Jack is also included …

The U.S. Postal Service will cut services in the spring, in a effort to save $3 billion. More: continued here

Postal Service plans big cuts…US, others plan future aid to Afghanistan9&10 NewsWASHINGTON (AP) — The US Postal Service will provide details today of its efforts to stave off bankruptcy. Officials will outline an estimated $3 billion in cuts that could curb fast delivery of first class mail. The post office …

eBay Makes a Move: Up 3.9%Financial News Network OnlineeBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) is one of today's biggest movers, up 3.9% to $30.76. The S&P is trading higher by 1.7% to 1265 and the Dow is trading 1.3% higher to 12171. eBay Inc. operats an online trading community. The Company's service is used …

Etsy Sellers Will Have Access to All USPS(R) Mail Classes Including First Class Mail International(TM) More: continued here

D Post chief warns on sell-off difficultiesFinancial TimesSelling state-owned postal companies such as the UK's Royal Mail has become “hugely difficult” given competition from private operators and the decline of letter volumes due to the proliferation of email, the head of Germany …and more » More: continued here

NJ's Community FoodBank challenges residents to live on food stamps for 1 weekThe RepublicAP NEWARK, NJ — New Jersey's largest food bank is challenging state residents to spend a week trying to live on food stamps. If they accept the challenge, which kicks off Monday, they will be asked to …

Mailing deadlines for holiday mail nearBaxter BulletinCustomers wait to mail items at the United States Post Office in Mountain Home. Holiday mailing deadlines are nearing. / JOANNE BRATTON/THE BAXTER BULLETIN If you want your holiday mail to arrive on time, earlier is better. The United States Post …and more » More: …