Long-Distance Rates Rise as FCC Approves Increase
Washington AP report notes FCC vote 7 to 0 to allow AT&T to raise long-distance rates from 8.74 to 9.5 percent return, adding about 225 million annually for Bell System. The agency rejected AT&T’s 10.5 to 11 percent request and will publish decision text later. If approved, AT&T may restructure plans. residential rates could fall while business and government rates rise.
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Fire risk in Japan's underground malls alarms officials
Tokyo fire chief warns a major underground mall fire could trigger a deadly, city‑wide blackout. Yaesu Mall, one of the world's largest, serves 40 000 at peak, with 450 shops and extensive ventilation and alarm systems. Officials stress human factors and rapid response as critical to preventing catastrophe.
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Yaesu
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