The secret life of a food stamp – Marketplace.org

The secret life of a food stampMarketplace.orgThis story is Part I in a collaboration with Slate called “The Secret Life of a Food Stamp.” Last night, as the clock struck 12:01 on the first of the month, some lines of computer code triggered a series of financial transactions that have …

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UK auditor says Royal Mail was sold off cheaply – Boston.com

UK auditor says Royal Mail was sold off cheaplyBoston.comLONDON (AP) — The British government cost taxpayers millions by selling off the Royal Mail at too low a price, the country's public-spending watchdog said Tuesday. The Conservative-led government sold a majority stake in the postal service last year, … More: continued here

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Comment: Weir bid plans | Royal Mail – Scotsman

Scotsman Comment: Weir bid plans | Royal MailScotsmanTHERE is little doubt that the UK government sold the Royal Mail cheaply. Whether it was a result of incompetence, caution or a deliberate move to allow ordinary retail investors to benefit from the subsequent rise in the share price is a matter …

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