1. Being social

Just like Linns.com, our affiliated social media accounts have a new look as well. 

Be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for stamp-collecting news and insights right in your newsfeeds. 

We're also posting stamp images on Instagram regularly.

2. New UN stamps debut

"The United Nations Postal Administration continued its World Heritage series June 5 with six new stamps and booklets focusing on Southeast Asia."

3. 2019 APS Stampshow update

"During a meeting held by telephone Wednesday evening, June 10, the American Philatelic Society’s board of directors postponed a decision about where the 2019 APS Stampshow will take place."

4. Petro stamps

"In 1987, the Saudi Arabia Directorate General of Posts issued two commemorative stamps to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the General Petroleum and Mineral Organization, known as Petromin."

5. Hot topics

Check out the three most-read stories of the last seven days:

1. Shoe designer Stuart Weitzman disclosed as owner of British Guiana 1¢ Magenta
2. Court tells USPS 49¢ stamp not permanent
3. 1¢ Magenta goes on display at National Postal Museum