OGCbuying.solutions And HP Agree Groundbreaking Deal
August 14, 2008
OGCbuying.solutions and Hewlett Packard have agreed a deal that will see U.K. public sector buyers obtain up to 50% discount on a range of commonly purchased print devices. Read more
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A.A. Will Waive Third Excess Bag Fee for Military Personnel
August 14, 2008
As part of American Airlines makes efforts to support active and veteran U.S. military personnel, fees for a third checked bag will now be waived for active service members. Fees for first and second checked bags have always been waived. Read more
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JCPenney Launches Solar And Wind Power Projects
August 13, 2008
J. C. Penney Company, Inc. has announced plans for solar and wind power projects that will supply electricity to 10 stores and one distribution center. The pilot projects represent the next step for JCPenney in its efforts to leverage new technologies and engage its 155,000 Associates in innovative energy programs. Read more
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A.A. Accelerates Fleet Renewal Plan
August 13, 2008
American Airlines, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of AMR Corp., announced today it will take delivery of another six Boeing 737-800 aircraft in 2010, bringing the total of 737-800s to be delivered to American in 2009-2010 to 76 aircraft. Read more
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West Virginia Latest State to Sue Countrywide
August 13, 2008
Add West Virginia to the growing list of states lining up to sue Countrywide Financial Corp. over alleged predatory lending practices. State Attorney General Darrell McGraw filed suit Tuesday against the nation’s largest lender and servicer, it’s former subsidiaries, and against former Countrywide CEO Angelo Mozilo. Read more
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New Study Shows Corporate Tax Rate in U.S. 50% Higher Than Economic Competitors
August 13, 2008
Scott Hodge, President of Tax Foundation, this morning released the latest Tax Foundation “Fiscal Fact” in response to a new study from the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD). The OECD study shows that for the 17th consecutive year, the average rate of corporate taxes in non-U.S. countries fell while the U.S. corporate tax rate stayed the same. Read more
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