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This afternoon's headlines: FedEx finalizes American Freightways purchase; Dorsey Trailers seeking more short-term cash; temporary deal keeps LTV's steel mills running for now; and more.

Today's technology headlines: Changing warehouses into Web houses; redefining e-business through connectivity; GPS finds a home in onboard automotive systems; and more.

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A new set of standards on cargo tiedown and securement could be in force as early as July 1, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

When Bush-appointed officials settle into their new posts at the Department of Transportation, a top priority should be to improve the effectiveness of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, said DOT Inspector General Kenneth Mead.

In the news this morning: Steelmaker LTV may file for bankruptcy; Bush names Thompson to head Department Health and Human Services; PNV suspends services; and more.

David S. Addington, senior vice president and general counsel of American Trucking Associations, has been appointed to the position of counsel to the vice president of the United States by President-elect Bush.

This afternoon's headlines: Census figures to alter distribution of U.S. House seats; Clinton raises budget surplus projections; dealer files $30M lawsuit against Volvo Trucks; and more to come.

Today's technology headlines: Dashboard device to unite cell phone, Palm PDA; Aether gains new customer; leveraging XML to boost supply-chain efficiency; and more.

United Parcel Service, the world's largest package carrier, announced rate hikes Thursday on ground and air shipments to take effect Feb. 5.