Mali Rebels Split in Two, Then Ask For Peace Talks
A splinter group of Islamic militants have broken away from the main force of rebels in Mali and now says it wants peace talks with the government.
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Emotional observers are split on whether or not the Saturday delivery stoppage will be enough to save the beloved institution: Either the American institution remains as crucial as ever, or it's about to go the way of the fax machine. Here's a look at what's next.
A splinter group of Islamic militants have broken away from the main force of rebels in Mali and now says it wants peace talks with the government.
The U.S. Postal Service is preparing to announce to cuts of up to $6.5 billion a year from its overwhelmed budget, including a reduction of the speed of first-class mail, making it impossible for normal mail to be delivered in one day.
Just another nail in the coffin for the Postal Service
Plus: dispatches from the mail embargo
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