FedEx Corp. said its busiest day of 2009 stands to be its busiest day ever, in another positive sign for the economy as shoppers bombard the delivery company with gifts. More: continued here

( American Chemical Society ) Two of the world’s largest chemical societies today pledged to cooperate in efforts to develop sustainable energy, prevent food and water shortages and overcome other global challenges that threaten the sustainability of our planet. The American Chemical Society and the Royal Society of Chemistry agreed …

Romanian faces new charges in eBay scamUnited Press International11 (UPI) — A Romanian national pleaded innocent to US charges he was involved in an online scam that fleeced users of Craigslist and eBay. …and more » More: continued here

A village shop and post-office which fought closure in a raft of cuts last year has now announced it is to close. More: continued here

The Homeowner Bailout That's WorkingForbesPeople know how to use food stamps, the infrastructure is in place, and food stamps are quickly used and pumped back into the economy. …and more » More: continued here

Santa’s Post Office is officially open for business in Germany. Hundreds of thousands of letters addressed to Santa Claus arrive each year in the village north of Berlin. While some of the children wish for peace and happiness, most request toys, dolls and the latest gadgets. A team of Santa’s …

Government attempts to consult on post office closures are seen as “window dressing” by the public, according to a damning new report by an influential committee of MPs. More: continued here

FRONT ROYAL — The General Assembly again will face hefty budget challenges when it convenes for the 2010 legislative session, according to one area lawmaker. More: continued here

'Alarming' Increase in Food Stamps RecipientsWOKVAnother sign of the times, the number of people on food stamps in Jacksonville is … More: continued here

Post office closures: 'I'm quite sure that our closure – like many others …Telegraph.co.ukThe closure of the post office in Castle Rising, near King's Lynn, has had a marked effect on a village with a large proportion of elderly people. … More: continued here