Gates Hints at E-mail Stamps to Curb Junk Mail
Bill Gates and others floated paid e mail as a way to deter spam by charging a small per message fee or cost in computing time. Microsoft and Goodmail propose penny postage with exceptions for individuals and nonprofits, while experts warn the move could limit ordinary communications and affect online communities.
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US extends restrictions on Canadian beef exports
US extends limits on Canadian beef and cattle shipments due to mad cow disease fears while welcoming Mexico's approval of US exports. Agriculture Department opens more public comment on a rule to list Canada as minimal risk, permitting cattle under 30 months and potentially beef from older cattle with parts removed.
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