EBay Plays Warren Buffett, Buys Online Lender (New York Times)

The Dow is crashing. Banks are failing. Unemployment is rising. How does eBay react? It is getting into the consumer lending business. On Monday, eBay agreed to spend $945 million to buy Bill Me Later , a venture-backed company that offers people instant credit to make purchases at online sites. …

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EBay slashes jobs – Sydney Morning Herald

EBay slashes jobsSydney Morning Herald, Australia –7 minutes agoEBay will cut 10% of its workforce and make two acquisitions after sales growth slowed at its internet marketplace unit. EBay, trying to revive shares … More: continued here

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Midwives Put Their Message In The Mail (Medical News Today)

Stamps are a simple way of making a statement. Now, with the launch of midwifery-themed postage stamps, supporters of midwives can send their message across the country: “Choose a Midwife.” The American College of Nurse-Midwives is unveiling the new stamps in conjunction with National Midwifery Week, October 5-11. Stamps are …

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