Can the Postal Service be Saved? Nov 20, 2009
As a result, their 1st class customers are quickly being lost to electronic bill payment and electronic mail. This leaves the U.S. Postal Service with only junk mail which is delivered at bulk rates. (CBS News)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 1, 2009
Focusing public attention on emerging privacy and civil liberties issues. Hot Topics and New Resources. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Is your microrobot up for the (NIST) challenge? Oct 23, 2009
To apply for the NIST Mobile Microrobotics Challenge, teams must submit a proposal by Dec. 31, 2009, by electronic mail to , or by standard mail to: NIST Microrobotics Challenge 2010, c/o Craig McGray, NIST, 100 Bureau Dr., MS 8120, Gaithersburg, MD 20899-8120. Proposals must include: a roster of individuals contributing to the team; contact information for the team leader; a list of the facilities available for fabrication, operation and characterization of microrobots; an overview of the... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Nigeria: Task Force Warns Militants Over Threats Oct 9, 2009
The JTF boss said he was surprised that journalists in Nigeria were publishing electronic mail statements from a Jomo Gbomo they don't know and have not met, asking why those publishing the statements from the faceless entity have not bothered to meet him face-to-face to know who he is. He asserted that the identities of the spokesman of the Talibans, which is one of the extremist groups in the world and even terrorist, Osama Bin Laden are known and wondered why the Jomo Gbomo, who claimed to be... (allAfrica.com)
How would Einstein use e-mail? Sep 26, 2009
A new Northwestern University study of human behavior has determined that those who wrote letters using pen and paper -- long before electronic mail existed -- did so in a pattern similar to the way people use e-mail today. The study, published today (Sept. (EurekAlert!)
FCC Boss: "Open Internet" Rules are Vital Sep 22, 2009
" I have to think we need regulation.AT&T is saying they don't want regulation. If that is true, you want regulation. I trust AT&T as much as a rabid Rottweiler! by SkirtLifter September 21, 2009 5:05 PM EDT But then the FCC says, ""the FCC chairman also proposed to make it a formal rule that Internet service providers have to tell customers about how they manage traffic to handle congestion.""You have to ask yourself, is that unreasonable? He wants a little disclosure. What's wrong with... (CBS News)
Post offices in West Palm Beach, Lantana, Boca Raton still set to close, U.S. Postal Service says Sep 3, 2009
That's about 20 billion fewer than in 2008, Fetterly said, mostly due to increased use of electronic mail. The Postal Service has cut costs by about $6 billion in 2009 by eliminating jobs, consolidating operations and freezing salaries, Fetterly said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Raytheon to buy BBN, a firm that helped create Net Sep 2, 2009
BBN also played a major role in the invention of electronic mail, including the first use of the at symbol as a vital part of all e-mail addresses. BBN was also chosen by the Department of Defense to build a computer network called Arpanet, the forerunner of the modern Internet. (Boston Globe)
E-mail is ruining my life! Sep 2, 2009
" Electronic mail was born. Businesses realised the potential of this paperless, near-instant form of communication. And changing the way we communicate changed the way we worked. This technology also has its downside. It's too easy to write an e-mail and hit the send button. Is e-mail the appropriate tool for collaborative working? And when an e-mail goes wrong, it can be around the world in 80 seconds and headline news the next day. On average, we spend 52 hours a year just dealing with our... (BBC News -- Technology)
Nigeria: Alec Godwin Robbed Aug 31, 2009
Narrating his ordeal to Glitz Stage through an electronic mail few days back, he said he never knew he was about to be robbed until the robbers started dispossessing him of his belongings. "It was not a good experience for me at all. There was a transport line bus ahead of me, the bus' movement was suddenly obstructed and I quickly applied the brake pedal to avoid collision. Before we could say jack, about 15 men came out from different corners of the bush. The ones that came to my car... (allAfrica.com)
Terms of Service Aug 29, 2009
Such changes, modifications, additions, or deletions shall be effective immediately upon notice thereof, which may be given by any means including, but not limited to, posting on the Web site, or by electronic mail, or by conventional mail. Your use of the Web site after such notice shall be deemed to constitute your acceptance of such changes, modifications, additions, or deletions. (WCAX.com, VT)
Customers losing outin e-mail rivalry Aug 22, 2009
Yahoo remains leader in electronic mail, followed by Windows Live Hotmail, according to figures released by industry analysts ComScore ... Those seeking a more reliable system of electronic mail for business or personal use may consider using their own domain name and hosting services. (Asia Times Online)
Privacy Policy Aug 20, 2009
To be effective, the notification must be in writing and contain the following information: (i) physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed; (ii) identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or, if multiple copyrighted works at a single online site are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works at that site; (iii) identification of the material that is... (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Nigeria: MEND Says Extra-Judicial Killing May Threaten Ceasefire Aug 19, 2009
In an electronic mail statement, Tuesday, entitled, "Threat to Ceasefire" by its spokesman, Jomo Gbomo, the group said, "On the morning of Monday, August 17, 2009, the JTF in Sama, Asari Toru Local Government Area of Rivers state executed an unarmed man and dumped his body into the river". "The youths from the area mobilized and carried out a reprisal attack on the army unit responsible for the extra-judicial killing and killed a soldier and went away with his rifle. "Such irresponsible actions... (allAfrica.com)
Eva Longoria Parker and George Lopez Return to Host 9th Annual PADRES' Contra El Cancer's 'EL SUENO DE ESPERANZA' Gala Aug 19, 2009
0208 extension 224 or via electronic mail at. For media inquires and credentials please contact JOANNA CICHOCKI or JASON WANAMAKER (BNC Public Relations) at 310. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Momentous occasions Aug 17, 2009
"Casper Star-Tribune, 1984Information superhighway -- "Hold all calls, here comes electronic mail. "Slowly, but now surely, Americans are discovering an alternative to the telephone call and the U.S. Postal Service."Known generically as electronic mail, it is grounded in computers and is still largely a business phenomenon ... But as personal computers multiply, so does the private, at-home use of electronic mail. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
• Looking beyond motivations Aug 15, 2009
I don't have any idea how it works - how stuff shows up in my electronic mail box from all around the world, from people I've never met or with whom I've never communicated before. All I know is every time I get on-line, I've got mail. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Column: Baird, Smith take different approaches to town hall meetings Aug 12, 2009
No Nickname wrote on Aug 11, 2009 12:49 PM:" Neutral I have gotten replies everytime I have sent Brian Baird's office a letter. They also use that fan-dangled new contraption called a computer to send you that darn-tooting thing called electronic mail (e-mail). I got both written and electronic correspondence. You have access to a computer, obviously, so give it a try. ". No Nickname wrote on Aug 11, 2009 12:50 PM:" BRET HERE: Oregon's health plan is NOT the one being talked about. If you have a... (Longview Daily News, WA)
The Dish: The wonders of technology Aug 7, 2009
-au-lait and cursing the guy who invented electronic mail. It s because of that guy that I can write this column and send it to my editor in Plymouth in the blink of an eye, if everything is working correctly. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Local post office to stay open Aug 6, 2009
The decline was blamed on the downturn in the economy and the greater use of electronic mail. There are six facilities on the list for Oregon, Peter Haas, Postal Service spokesperson for Oregon, said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Nigeria: Oil Bill - Reps Want Lukman Sacked Aug 3, 2009
Spokesman of the militant group, Jomo Gbomo, in an electronic mail response to an inquiry by Vanguard said, "As for the PTI and Petroleum Bill, we are adopting a wait and see attitude and expect other groups to speak out against this insult. We know what to do at the right time". Be the first to. (allAfrica.com)
Nigeria: Yar'Adua Panics Over South-South Govs' Threat Jul 26, 2009
Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger-Delta (MEND) in an exclusive electronic mail response to an inquiry by Saturday Saturday Vanguard said, "We are elated that our governors are waking up from a long period of hibernation". "However, knowing these are typical Nigerian politicians, we doubt they will have the moral justification to fight for their people because they have soiled their hands with blood money and a majority of them were not elected into office by the people but through... (allAfrica.com)
Are You Stressed Out? -- How About Depressed or Just Plain Frustrated? Jul 21, 2009
Many people from all walks of life, around the world subscribed to "Today's Treasure via E-mail in 3 years. Each day took 3 hours of prayer on my part to give which words God wanted shared for someone on that particular day. I would periodically get letters of gratitude and glimpses of how God helped that person through his word for that day. All Glory to God! About the author Bounce is a respected Teacher, Preacher and Evangelist in her city. She has been called upon to share God's word in... (Primezone Releases)
First GTUC Senior and Junior Technology Camp opens Jul 21, 2009
Participants would be taken through "Introduction to Computer Literacy, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Website Design, Using Electronic Mail and the Internet". 20 July 09. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria: Niger Delta Militant Freed Jul 15, 2009
" Aondoakaa told journalists that there was nothing to fear about the good intention of government which he said President Umaru Yar'Ardua has amply demonstrated. He said his duty is to carry out the President's wish and pursue the goal of government which is to bring peace in the area. Some hours after he was released yesterday, Okah spoke with some "Commanders" of the militant group, which was at the forefront of the battle for his release. Details of his discussion with the MEND "commanders"... (allAfrica.com)
Recruiting Questionnaire Jul 5, 2009
So you are aware, NCAA rules and regulations prohibit coaches and administrative personnel from sending letters or electronic mail to high school students until after September 1 of their junior year in high school. While we are not permitted to write or e-mail high school students if they are not eligible per the above restriction, high school students are permitted to telephone coaches and administrators prior to the completion of their junior year in high school, but only at the high school... (Tarheelblue.com)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Jul 5, 2009
Focusing public attention on emerging privacy and civil liberties issues. Hot Topics and New Resources. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Terms & conditions Jul 5, 2009
Information reasonably sufficient to permit the service provider to contact the Complaining Party, such as an address, telephone number, and if available, an electronic mail address at which the complaining party may be contacted. A statement that the Complaining Party has good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law. (MSNBC -- Race)
Bogus Enquirer Intelligence Backfires Jun 26, 2009
Well, in case any of our readers are wondering precisely what the lede to this article is all about, then may it promptly be known to that dear reader that we are simply alluding to a June 22, 2009, badly composed news item in which the fanatically pro-NDC rag, the Enquirer, claimed to have intercepted an NPP-USA electronic mail (e-mail) being allegedly dispatched to the White House, with the sinister motive of causing President Barack H. Obama to seriously consider scrapping his... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
The Saigon Tangent -- New Book Tells a Story During the Vietnam War and the Connecting Incidents That Happened Twenty Years Later Jun 24, 2009
BRONX, N.Y., June 23, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Once a soldier, always a soldier (Primezone Releases)
Eyewitness Accounts Testify to the Power of God -- New Book Documents Transformational Encounters Through Fr. Peter Mary Rookey Jun 23, 2009
" However, Fr. Rookey does not credit himself with any merit in this regard, because -- as he constantly points out -- the final healing comes always and exclusively by the Will and Power of God. Fr. Peter Mary Rookey: A Laborer of the Harvest in the Lord's Vineyard will be featured in this year's American Library Association Annual Exhibit at Chicago, Illinois on July 11-14, 2009. For more information on this insightful book, log on to . About the Editor Barbara Wojtowicz, a native of Poland,... (Primezone Releases)
Vampires in a New Light -- New Book is a Startlingly Different and Intriguing Portrayal of the Undead Jun 23, 2009
June 22, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ever wonder what a real vampire would be like (Primezone Releases)
Parliament: 39 websites, blogs banned (Update) Jun 16, 2009
Najib said a circular titled Guideline on Procedural Use of Internet and Electronic Mail at Government Agencies was issued to civil servants on Nov 28, 2003. He said such employees were forbidden from activities that violate the terms of Internet usage at government departments. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Gitmo detainees to get laptops? Jun 2, 2009
The Uighur detainees won't be sending electronic mail to their lawyers or family members back in communist China anytime soon. Instead their lessons will be limited to DVD driven training. (The Drudge Report)
High costs make mass mailing less popular May 30, 2009
But with postal costs having climbed about 30 percent during the past decade and with people paying more attention to electronic mail than paper, the direct-mail industry is undergoing a transformation. The deep recession has only exacerbated a two-year decline in business. (AZCentral -- Business)
Police getting access to the personal to uncover online crime May 29, 2009
With an approved warrant, they can look at the electronic mail and other online communications of people suspected of a range of serious crimes, getting information not just from a home computer but often the company that provides the Internet, e-mail or chat service. They can do the same with victims, in the process seeing mail from people who corresponded with them but had nothing to do with a crime. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Nigeria: War in Niger Delta - Mend Threatens Northerners in Oil Industry May 19, 2009
Let your people brace themselves to develop their resources and such a bold change will be remembered," Jomo Gbomo, MEND's spokesman said in an electronic mail on Sunday. The threat came a few hours after the Special Adviser to the Rivers State Governor on Budget, Austin Ngor, was kidnapped and moved to an unknown destination. It was not clear what the demands of the kidnappers are, but the governor's Chief Press Secretary, Blessing Wikinaka, has warned them to free the man immediately as there... (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Promises But Little Action On Press Freedom May 17, 2009
" Thanks to a catalogue of laws working as a journalist has become a risky profession in Zimbabwe. Some of the laws include the Broadcasting Services Act, Criminal Codification and Reform Act, Official Secrets Act and the Privileges, Immunities and Powers of Parliament Act which creates the offence of contempt of Parliament and journalists will be in contempt if they wilfully publish a false or perverted report of any debate or proceedings of Parliament among other issues. The Interception of... (allAfrica.com)
Type in 'Google error,' press search, wait May 15, 2009
Website postings from users described problems getting access to Google's flagship search service, its Gmail electronic mail system, and Google-owned video service YouTube. Danny Sullivan, editor-in-chief of , a website that tracks Internet search services, said the brief outage shouldn't pose any long-term problems for Google or its users. (Boston Globe)
U.S. Postal Service loses $1.9 billion May 7, 2009
Unlike its counterparts in other countries such as Japan, the USPS isn t allowed to do any other kind of service, like banking, or even handle electronic mail for its customers. The agency expects a drop of 20 billion to 25 billion pieces of mail in 2009, though it adds that shifts in the economy are so extreme that the reliability of predictive models is lessened. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Open Text to acquire Texas software firm May 7, 2009
is the market leader in enterprise content management software, used by organizations to produce and keep track of electronic mail and other electronic documents. It says Texas-based Vignette brings technology that will enhance Open Text's product line. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Canada Post urged to review home delivery May 4, 2009
Yet letter mail volumes are dropping by at least 1 per cent a year as people shift to electronic mail and other Internet-based communication. And Canada's growing population adds about 200,000 more addresses each year for Canada Post to serve. (Globe and Mail)
ND House panel rewrites public health fund idea May 2, 2009
If you accept their amendment, you are embarrassing all of us, the Crosby Republican said in an electronic mail message to House members after the House s Constitutional Revision Committee approved the substitution late Thursday. Kill the d--- bill if you want, or table it, or hide it in the cafeteria, Andrist wrote in his e-mail. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Cereal rust alerts - An early innovation that adapts to the times Apr 28, 2009
They launched a Cereal Rust Survey electronic mail list ... Using electronic mailing list software called Listserv, the CDL staff and cooperators developed a network to almost immediately provide descriptions of cereal rusts and other diseases. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Stop Dishonest Tech Lingo! (that means you, Apple and Microsoft) Apr 15, 2009
Some were descriptive ("electronic mail"), others whimsical ("mouse"). Fast forward to today, and technology is big business. (Datamation)
Brownstown Chambers Power Hour goes Green Apr 3, 2009
To qualify for the program, a business or organization must select at least five green practices such as recycling ink cartridges, turning off lights or using electronic mail instead of paper memos. To learn more about the Green Business Network, visit the website, , and attend the Wednesday, April 8 Power Hour. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Chinese hackers strike 103 countries Mar 30, 2009
Working with the Tibetans, however, the researchers found that specific correspondence had been stolen and that the intruders had gained control of the electronic mail server computers of the Dalai Lama's organization. The electronic spy game has had at least some real-world impact, they said. (India Times, India)
Vast cyber spy plot uncovered Mar 30, 2009
Working with the Tibetans, the researchers found that specific correspondence had been stolen and that the intruders had gained control of the electronic mail server computers of the Dalai Lama's organisation. The electronic spy game had had at least some real-world impact, they said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
HURRICANE! -- The Ultimate Storm Mar 28, 2009
Regular or electronic mail may send tear sheets to Marketing Services. To purchase copies of the book for resale, please fax Xlibris at (610) 915-0294 or call (888) 795-4274 x. 7876. (Primezone Releases)
Product Manager - Maritime industry Mar 27, 2009
Working knowledge of electronic mail, word processing and spreadsheets is also important. Strong interpersonal skills requiring the ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtains. (Florida Today)
Feds inspect computer of sanitation director Mar 14, 2009
He says they could be looking at possible violations of the Stored Wired Act, which protects the integrity of electronic mail and a whole range of other possibilities. There's such things as health information, privacy concerns, telephone numbers, ven homeland security issues, Rosenberg said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
UK Royal Mail privatization faces mixed reception Mar 1, 2009
As for electronic mail, there are no wasted trees at least, he said. Editor: Bi Mingxin. (Xinhuanet, China)
• Confused computers Feb 26, 2009
Confused computers Counties vary in accepting e-mailed public records requests By Nate PoppinoTimes-News writer In 2006, Idaho legislators caught the state's public records law up with the Internet, inserting that "a request for a public record may be conducted by electronic mail.". But the optional language, while giving public agencies the control they need over requests, has resulted in a patchwork of records policies and at least one county - Jerome - where some departments no longer... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
DAs office: Health board violated Open Meeting Law Feb 25, 2009
We did however find electronic mail that we believe constituted a meeting, in violation of the Open Meeting Law, Special Counsel Thomas Donovan wrote in a letter to the town dated, Nov. 13, 2008. The e-mails, sent between March and June 2008, discussed the formation of a stable regulations committee and what its charge would be. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
House Minority Leader On Stimulus Plan Feb 25, 2009
These entrepreneurs are actually receiving electronic mailings from clients everywhere, all over the world ... Also stating " scrupulous Agency is not allowing the free communications in order to nourish a business culture via e-mail, and they are intercepting electronic mail we believe we are getting from all over the world." In that sense, e-mail when it is working is worthless, and also the fact that computers in which, besides fundamentally the majority average American at least don't... (CBS News)
Nigeria: Ijaw Youth 'Lose Support' Over Delta Struggle [interview] Feb 21, 2009
in an exclusive electronic mail response to inquiry by Saturday Vanguard, told the IYC forget about foreign sympathy, unequivocally declaring, " We say that we do not care about any foreign sympathy at this time because these same foreigners are a part of the problem we are suffering today. The IYC is seeking to be noticed by suggesting the closure of camps without taking into consideration the implications". "It is naive of anyone to suggest that we should disarm without following a proper... (allAfrica.com)
Ghana: Nana Frema Busia Celebrates NDC's Victory Feb 16, 2009
She has composed a seven-stanza poem under the title "Ghana is sweet" -which she posted to The Chronicle via the electronic mail last Sunday. Nana Frema Busia has since December 7, 2008, gone into exile to free herself from the torturous ravages of the Kufuor administration, and "to protest arms and drugs inflows into Ghana, multiple death threats issued against me, injustice and inhumane treatment meted out to me by the Kufour Presidency". (allAfrica.com)
Needham Senior Notes (Feb. 12) Feb 11, 2009
In this hands-on, three-session class, a Senior Center volunteer, Philip Messing, will instruct you how to utilize the capabilities of electronic mail. To register for the class, call the COA at 781-455-7555. (Needham Tab, MA)
The power of the letter and a vacuum cleaner Feb 10, 2009
"I have friends who tell me they haven't written letters in years. Why should they, they argue. There are voice mail systems, answering machines, mobile telephones, pagers and electronic mail.At a previous job in another state, we had what was called QuikMail an internal electronic mail system which also allowed the sender to equip the message with a bell. More urgent more bells. It truly reached obnoxious levels with some people. And, it also emphasized what the contemporary communication... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Protecting Your Privacy on the Internet Feb 8, 2009
IT and Internet Issues. SPECIFIC PRIVACY INFORMATION FOR. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Terms of Use Feb 7, 2009
Information reasonably sufficient to permit the service provider to contact the complaining party, such as an address, telephone number, and, if available, an electronic mail address at which the complaining party may be contacted; 5. A statement that the complaining party has a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law; 6. (Fox News -- Politics)
Money in stamps Feb 7, 2009
So in this era of electronic mail, how does one get started on stamp collecting. The fun is in the hunt, of course. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
