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Wired.co.uk Friday briefing: Fake ebooks and overpriced eBay listings are fronts for digital money launderingWired.co.ukThe proceeds of crime are increasingly laundered online, using methods ranging from improbably expensive ebooks and eBay listings to cryptocurrencies such as ZCash and thousands of micropayments through online transaction systems (The Guardian). More: continued here

McClatchy Washington Bureau McClintock food stamp limits too strict even for other RepublicansMcClatchy Washington BureauCalifornia Republican Rep. Tom McClintock doesn't believe his party's controversial plan to stiffen work requirements for food stamp recipients goes far enough. But his proposal to require even more people to work for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance …and …

Alton Telegraph Southwestern's Stamps honored as outstanding teacherAlton TelegraphMedora sixth-grade teacher Mrs. Christina Stamps received this prestigious award based upon her school, community and union activities. The recognition took place May 8 at the IEA Region 5 Annual Awards Banquet at the Lewis and Clark N. O. Nelson … More: continued …

Inequality.org The Post Office as an Alternative to Shady Private Banks – Inequality …Inequality.orgA Senate bill would fill a void in many rural and low-income communities by reintroducing low-cost lending at neighborhood post offices.and more » More: continued here

Stroller: Who makes the US Post Office pens?Martinsville BulletinTHURSDAY'S TRIVIA ANSWER: Who makes the pens that are commonly found in U.S. Post Offices? The answer: Visually impaired workers. The next time you're in the post office, or inside a federal office building or military base, take a look at the …

The Verge eBay's adding a customized homepage to feature products based …The VergeeBay now has a new personalized "Shop your Interests" feature. The feature curates your homepage with items based on your interests and hobbies.eBay works to create an e-store just for you – CNETCNETFinding Stuff on eBay Just Got …

Bloomberg Royal Mail Braces for Hit as Data Laws to Reduce Letter VolumesBloombergThe introduction of the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation from May 25 means postal demand may suffer an accelerated decline, Royal Mail said Thursday. The slump will be at the top end of a 4-to-6 percent range …

Deseret News Letter: We should privatize the United States Post OfficeDeseret NewsPrivatizing the United States Post Office would go a long way to finding solutions. Even though competitors pay taxes, licensing and other regulations, they still are able to realize a profit. Mismanagement and intransigence is why the United States …

EcommerceBytes (blog) eBay Commences Next Phase of Guaranteed DeliveryEcommerceBytes (blog)With the Guaranteed Delivery (GD) program, eBay is allowing shoppers to filter search results to show only items that offer guaranteed delivery within 3 days. You can read more about it in the "Sellers Guide to eBay Guaranteed Delivery" published in … …

AL.com 90000 Alabamians could be hit by food stamp changesAL.comMore than 90,000 Alabamians would fall short of food stamp work requirements proposed under the Farm Bill reauthorization currently before Congress, according to an analysis released Wednesday. The House of Representatives is currently considering the …House bill could force 2 million off …