Need a used car? New York has some to sell youIthaca JournalThe state has placed other items for sale on its eBay store, but this will be its first time offering cars. / GANNETT ALBANY — New York is getting into the used-car business. The state Office of General Services will be selling more than…
When Fred Smith started FedEx in 1971, the company nearly didn't make it because of the spike in fuel costs related to the Arab oil embargo. That experience led Smith to turn FedEx into one of the leaders in looking for alternatives to power its vans, trucks and jets. More: continued here
TopNews New Zealand Launch of Official UN "Autism Awareness" StampsVereinte Nationen (UNO)The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) has issued stamps and first day covers today in recognition of World Autism Day. The stamps, and the eight artists who designed them, will together raise awareness about this important global cause.UN Postal Administration Launches Postage Stamps to…
Amazon Wants 45% Discount From Publishers – (AMZN, EBAY, LINTA, DANG)Galaxy StocksTaking into consideration rivals eBay Inc (NASDAQ:EBAY) and Liberty Interactive Corp (NASDAQ:LINTA) followed AMZN's lead on Friday to close in red while E Commerce China Dangdang Inc (ADR) (NYSE:DANG) managed to show rise.and more » More: continued here
Fox News Nightclub Offering Food Stamp Friday Brings ConcernsWFMY News 2The Rose Supper Club is advertising a "Food Stamp Friday" theme night for the month of April. A flyer for the April 6, 2012 event says that entrance will be $5 with a valid food stamp card and free shots will be given at the…
A postage stamp issued by the Vatican Post office to commemorate Easter 2012 – 'Christ is risen. Alleluia', has received a stamp of approval from Great Britain. The 0.75c value Vatican City stamp shows a magnificent picture of the Risen Christ, and includes the words: “Surrexit Christus Alleluia MMXII”, together with the Keys of Peter….
Postwoman tried to burn deliveries on a barbecue after struggling with workSunderland EchoBut five months into her employment, Royal Mail launched an investigation after residents on her round complained their post had not arrived. The 25-year-old, who suffers from depression, admitted she had not been delivering letters and instead had … More: continued here
When public and private union members go on strike, Pennsylvania taxpayers could be putting food on some strikers' tables. More: continued here
Striking Pa. workers may lose food stampsPocono RecordUnder current law, some union workers ineligible for food stamps qualify for the assistance when they go on strike and lose their income. But the Corbett administration plans to end that practice May 1. The state Department of Public Welfare is … More: continued here
Need a used car? New York has some to sell youPress & Sun-BulletinThe state has placed other items for sale on its eBay store, but this will be its first time offering cars. / GANNETT ALBANY — New York is getting into the used-car business. The state Office of General Services will be selling more…