Casual caller billing shocks hit long distance users
Long distance firms face new consumer complaints as a hidden "casual caller" rate bumps up bills. Cases from Cincinnati and Florida show charges jumping from about 250 to 800 and 150 to 400 dollars after moves or switches. MCI cites a temporary equipment problem. regulators note rising complaints of slamming and cramming.
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Compaq to Cut 2000 Digital Jobs After Merger Approval
New York AP The Compaq Digital Equipment merger clears a final hurdle as shareholders approve the $9 billion deal making Compaq the second-largest computer maker. About 2000 Digital jobs will be cut over the next year among Compaq's 31,500 workers, with locations and exact cuts not yet announced. The move follows Digital’s earlier massive workforce reductions and marks a step to expand into high end corporate systems and network services.
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Stocks rebound ending three day slide on Wall Street
Bargain hunters helped snap a three day decline atop Wall Street with a late rally that erased earlier losses. The Dow rose 23.17 to 8834.94, trimming a weekly drop while bonds hit new highs, as analysts noted fears for US profits amid Asia's slowdown and a shift by short sellers to lock in gains.
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Airlines hike fees for unaccompanied minors this summer
Delta and Northwest raise fees for children traveling without adults. Connecting flights now cost 60 dollars each way, nonstop fees jump to 30 dollars per direction. American and Continental show no plans to follow. Southwest does not offer escorts. Experts call the move unfriendly, noting peak summer travel and limited alternative options.
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