Group travel booming with new American Express packages
New York UPI reports American Express unveils destination services to travel agents, promising 10 to 30 percent savings and full package handling from airport transfers to tours. Executive Davor Gjivoje notes shift toward group journeys worldwide, with 57 European and 43 Latin American destinations.
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Hindu sect leader flies to London for jubilee
Shree Pramukh Swami Maharaj Shartri Swami Narayan, 57, founder of a celibate Hindu sect, arrived in London with nine disciples to attend Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee. He has not seen a woman in 40 years and will listen to the jubilee celebrations on radio from a sectioned jumbo jet.
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Licensing myths and risks in consumer protection debate
The author argues licensing often misleads consumers by implying quality and allowing control by industry insiders. Licensing can deter competition, shield bad firms, and hinder enforcement, with oversight frequently weak and biased, experts say.
Licensing reforms blunt the supposed protection of the public
Sylvia Porter notes expert boards fail to ensure quality as grandfather clauses preserve incumbents. FTC study flags higher costs for licensed TV repair in Louisiana versus California registration. Debates emerge on certificating mechanics and hearing aid rules, with calls to replace broad licensing with targeted safeguards.
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Pollution controls wrecked by police
Houston city officials agreed to pay 28 000 to the federal EPA after ruling that police damaged catalytic converters on new squad cars and removed anti pollution devices. EPA said it will continue spot checks while the department faces fines totaling 28 000 for ruining converters and removal.
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