Record 46 Million Americans Are on Food Stamps – CNBC.com

Record 46 Million Americans Are on Food StampsCNBC.comThere were fewer than 31 million people on food stamps as recently as November 2008, but an aggressive effort from President Obama's administration has helped build participation, with the total increasing by 44 percent since the president took office … More: continued here

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Argentines using Amazon, eBay targeted by tax rule – Boston.com

Argentines using Amazon, eBay targeted by tax ruleBoston.comNew regulations effective Monday apply a 15 percent tax to purchases using online sites or debit cards. Credit cards were subject to similar measures issued Friday. Now all purchases of any kind using the financial system must be fully reported to the …and …

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Argentines using Amazon, eBay targeted by tax rule – Newsday

Argentines using Amazon, eBay targeted by tax ruleNewsdayMany products can't be found in Argentina due to import restrictions, currency controls and soaring inflation, so consumers use Amazon, eBay and other sites and arrange for travelers to bring the purchases in their suitcases. Now consumers may think … More: continued here

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Second postbox goes gold for Ellie – The Press Association

Second postbox goes gold for EllieThe Press AssociationParalympic phenomenon Ellie Simmonds has struck gold again with a second Royal Mail postbox transformed to mark her winning ways. The teenage swimming sensation clinched a second gold medal in the pool yesterday to equal her 2008 Beijing … More: continued here

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Rick Holmes: We built this government – Norwich Bulletin

Rick Holmes: We built this governmentNorwich BulletinAnd while they profess sympathy for the victims of recession, Republicans insult them with the same broad brush, shaming them for collecting unemployment, food stamps and reduced-rate school lunches. Nor do their policies reflect their sympathy. They …and more » More: continued here

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