Sansha, China’s New ‘City,’ Strengthens Country’s Foothold In Disputed Waters – Huffington Post

AFP Sansha, China's New 'City,' Strengthens Country's Foothold In Disputed WatersHuffington PostThere is a post office, bank, supermarket and a hospital, but little else. Fresh water comes by freighter on a 13-hour journey from China's southernmost province. Welcome to Sansha, China's expanding toehold in the world's most disputed waters …China …

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eBay Announces Fall Update Changes for UK Sellers – EcommerceBytes

EcommerceBytes eBay Announces Fall Update Changes for UK SellersEcommerceBytesIt's that time of year when sellers brace for more changes from eBay. The company is set to announce "Seller Release 2," aka its Fall Seller Update. EcommerceBytes has the details of what's coming in today's news story, and this morning, eBay …

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When eBay bidders see red, bids rise – msnbc.com (blog)

msnbc.com (blog) When eBay bidders see red, bids risemsnbc.com (blog)If you're planning on selling something on eBay, make sure the background color in your ad is red. Researchers have found that red backgrounds lead to more aggressive bidding, according to a study published in the Journal of Consumer Research. More: …

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Missing mail means I have no faith left

I recently complained to Royal Mail — after having great difficulty finding anyone to contact — that I had not received some expected mail. Bank, credit and store card statements all failed to turn up, so I contacted the bank and card companies, who assured me they had been sent …

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