Titanic II plans sail in 2016 by Australian billionaire
Australian billionaire Clive Palmer unveils blueprints for a modern Titanic replica poised to begin construction in China and sail from Southampton to New York. About 40,000 people reportedly seek maiden voyage tickets as, unlike the original, the new liner will meet current safety standards with a new safety deck and lifeboats. Helen Benziger, descendant of Molly Brown, joins advisory board.
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Postal services struggle with low demand and cuts
Across the globe, postal services face declining letter volumes as e commerce grows. In the U S the USPS reports sharp losses and plans to end Saturday letter deliveries while six day parcel service continues. England weighs selling Royal Mail and New Zealand contemplates three day a week mail.
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