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US Stamps Jun 24, 2016, 9 AM
Inspirational teacher who was subject of a popular movie getting a stamp
by By Michael BaadkeJaime Escalante was played by Academy Award winner Edward James Olmos in the 1988 motion picture "Stand and Deliver." -
Postal Updates Jun 24, 2016, 7 AM
Like upcoming USPS stamps, Nashville postmark celebrates soda fountain treats: Postmark Pursuit
by By Michael BaadkeThe Nashville postmark comes as the USPS is celebrating cold sweet dessert treats with five Soda Fountain Favorites stamps issued June 30. -
US Stamps Jun 24, 2016, 7 AM
Which classic American pickup trucks are getting stamps?
by By Michael BaadkeThe nondenominated (47¢) Pickup Trucks forever stamps will be issued July 15 in Syracuse, N.Y., and nationwide. -
Postal Updates Jun 24, 2016, 5 AM
Postmaster-as-appointee considered, Audrey Hepburn stamp appears: Week’s Most Read
by CMS AdminAlso this week, we profiled the bizarre stamps of King Farouk's Egypt, and reported on a possible infraction by the USPS. -
US Stamps Jun 24, 2016, 3 AM
Why stamps from two countries are found on one cover: U.S. Stamp Notes
by By John M. HotchnerUnlike postage due covers bearing the due stamps of the receiving country, covers with two countries' regular postage stamps are scarce. -
World Stamps Jun 23, 2016, 11 PM
Born June 24: Victor Hess
by By Michael BaadkeAustrian-born scientist Victor Hess won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1936 for his discovery of cosmic rays and their effect on the Earth's atmosphere. -
World Stamps Jun 23, 2016, 3 PM
The ‘rainbow trials’ and how the Penny Black was replaced: Great Britain Philately
by By Larry RosenblumThe year 1840 must have been one of both elation and frustration for Rowland Hill, the man behind Great Britain's major postal reform. -
World Stamps Jun 23, 2016, 1 PM
South Africa stamp withdrawn due to religious complaints a sought-after item: Stamp Market Tips
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe Republic of South Africa is not among the most actively collected countries by U.S. collectors. Most of the interest in RSA stamps comes from topical collectors. -
World Stamps Jun 23, 2016, 9 AM
Belarus’ European history reflected on stamps: Stamps of Eastern Europe
by By Rick MillerBefore Belarus was annexed by the Russian Empire, it was an integral part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. -
World Stamps Jun 23, 2016, 5 AM
An open letter to the philatelic community from World Stamp Show-NY 2016
by By Wade SaadiIn an open letter to stamp collectors, Wade Saadi, president of World Stamp Show-NY 2016, reflects on the once-a-decade international philatelic exhibition that took place May 28-June 4 in New York City. Saadi called the show a “once-in-a-lifetime experience for many and truly appreciated by everyone.” -
US Stamps Jun 22, 2016, 11 PM
Born June 23: Bob Fosse
by By Michael BaadkeBob Fosse was one of four choreographers honored in a commemorative set issued in 2012. Fosse was a choreographer and a director for both stage and screen. -
US Stamps Jun 22, 2016, 1 PM
Rio 2016 Olympics inspire July cartoon caption contest
by By John M. HotchnerThere will be two prizes given: one for the best philatelic line, and one for the best nonphilatelic line. -
US Stamps Jun 22, 2016, 12 PM
Getting a kick out of a souvenir sheet that pokes fun at some collectors: U.S. Stamp Notes
by By John M. HotchnerJohn Hotchner does not understand the lure of perfect gum on the side of the stamp that is not seen when stamps are put on album pages. -
US Stamps Jun 22, 2016, 11 AM
Three collectors who have made ‘profound impact’ to receive Smithsonian Philatelic Achievement Award
by CMS AdminThe Smithsonian Philatelic Achievement Award was established in 2002 to honor and celebrate living individuals for outstanding lifetime achievement in the field of philately. -
US Stamps Jun 22, 2016, 6 AM
Active revenue stamp market includes those produced for patent medicines: Tip of the Week
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe market for private die proprietary revenue stamps remains one of the most active U.S. markets. Here's one of the most intriguing designs. -
US Stamps Jun 22, 2016, 6 AM
U.S. Star Trek stamps coming Sept. 2
by By Michael BaadkeThe United States Postal Service will issue its Star Trek stamps on Sept. 2, with a noon ceremony at the Javits Center in New York City. -
US Stamps Jun 21, 2016, 11 PM
Born June 22: Katherine Dunham
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Postal Updates Jun 21, 2016, 10 AM
Inspector General report accuses USPS of selling stamps to Royal Mail below face value
by By Bill McAllister, Washington CorrespondentThe Stamp Fulfillment Services office agreed to sell Royal Mail thousands of United States Harry Potter stamps at a 35 percent discount in violation of a United States Postal Service law prohibiting the sale of U.S. stamps to anyone at less than face value. -
US Stamps Jun 20, 2016, 11 PM
Born June 21: Rockwell Kent
by By Michael BaadkeRockwell Kent was an acclaimed illustrator of the early 20th century whose images appeared in a popular edition of Moby Dick, and on the walls of a Washington, D.C., post office. -
World Stamps Jun 20, 2016, 9 AM
Unusual newspaper mailing discovered in New York City
by By Charles SneeA recent renovation of a residential property in New York City revealed a fascinating find in the property’s attic: 45 copies of The Daily News, a London newspaper, dated from 1863 and 1864.