Palestinian unemployment climbs as Israeli blockade widens
The United Nations reports Palestinian joblessness has tripled to about 40 percent due to Israel’s blockade of the West Bank and Gaza. About 120,000 workers are cut off from employment, with travel bans and military restrictions hurting businesses, education, and daily life in Jericho and nearby areas. Hamas threats surface as violence continues amid the crackdown.
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Gaza Strip
United Nations
Jericho
Hebron
Saeb Erekat
Erekat
Shlomo Dror
Hamas
Hadera
Awad Silmi
Stamp price rise to 34 cents next month
The Postal Service board of governors approved a 34 cent first class rate effective January 7, citing rising costs. The rate plan added new charges for international mail and other changes, but still fell short of the rate commission’s recommendations, prompting protest and a return for reconsideration.
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Washington
Postal Service
Board of Governors
Independent Postal Rate Commission
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Commission
Einar Dyhrkopp
William Henderson
Rate Commission
Stephen Sharfman
Richard Strasser Jr
Postal Service Announces January 7 Rate Changes
The Postal Service will raise or adjust several rates effective January 7 including First class letters 34 cents for the first ounce up one cent and 21 cents for each additional ounce. Priority Mail rises to 3 50 for up to one pound and 38 95 for two pounds. Express Mail up to half a pound 12 25 and 16 00 for two pounds. International rates change for Canada Mexico and other countries. Certified mail 1 90 and insured mail rates increase. Domestic money orders drop to 75 cents.
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Canada
Mexico
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