Globe and Mail Growth for eBay as brand data releasedParcel2Go.comOnline shopping site eBay has seen its brand grow in value over the past 12 months, according to new figures. Research into the world's most valuable brands has shown that eBay increased its brand value by 15 per cent year-on-year to …

Who said it?Management Today'There are more than 600000 searches for BMW every month on eBay and BMW will now be able to access this existing, yet untapped customer base' – Angus McCarey, UK retail director at eBay, says BMW is keeping ahead of competitors by launching an …BMW logs on …

BBC News Merseyside Police Matrix officer sacked for misconductBBC NewsThe force is also investigating claims three officers put items seized during a raid up for sale on eBay. In a statement, the force said Mr Tennant had been sacked following a fast-track disciplinary process. "Merseyside Police is absolutely committed …Merseyside …

Prospective buyers have begun touring Modesto’s vintage downtown post office. The 78-year-old landmark will be auctioned June 9 by the federal government, and bidders can inspect it during guided tours each of the next five Tuesdays. More: continued here

A man is held on suspicion of theft after a chunk from the ruins of an ancient Suffolk abbey that appeared for auction on eBay. More: continued here

Letter carriers will go mailbox to mailbox to stamp out hunger for the 19th year in a row Saturday. More: continued here

Around 300 postal workers in Liverpool are on unofficial strike after Royal Mail sacked six workers—for following management instructions! Bosses took disciplinary measures against the six following an incident at Sandhill depot several months ago. More: continued here

For the first time, BMW will start selling parts and accessories direct owners in a new partnership with eBay. “BMW Direct” is now live on the UK eBay site. More: continued here

Over the past three Canadian Football League drafts, 40 per cent of the players the Calgary Stampeders had drafted were offensive linemen. More: continued here

eBay last month announced that it has agreed to buy GSI Commerce , a provider of ecommerce and interactive marketing services, for $29.25 a share, or total consideration of approximately $2.4 billion . Under the terms of the merger agreement, GSI Commerce reserved the right to solicit acquisition proposals from …