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US Stamps Aug 18, 2025, 12 PM
USPS honors conservative pioneer William F. Buckley Jr. with Sept. 9 issue
by Scott TiffneyDesigned by USPS art director Greg Breeding, the stamp features a black-and-white portrait of Buckley. The artwork was created by artist Dale Stephanos. -
World Stamps Aug 18, 2025, 8 AM
Results announced for 2024’s most popular music stamp
by David HartwigAccording to Motivgruppe Musik, stamps from 66 postal administrations competed in the stamp poll, and collectors from 46 countries participated in the online vote. -
US Stamps Aug 16, 2025, 11 AM
Stamp for former President Jimmy Carter revealed
by Linn’s StaffCarter was the nation’s 39th president, serving in that position from 1977 to 1981. -
US Stamps Aug 14, 2025, 3 PM
National Postal Museum to host Sept. 13 first day for Holiday Cheer stamps
by Linn’s StaffMichael Elston, vice president of labor relations for the U.S. Postal Service, will serve as the dedicating official. -
US Stamps Aug 14, 2025, 11 AM
Dayton Stamp Club to host Airpex Aug. 22 and 23
by Linn’s StaffThere will be a bourse (sales area) of 14 dealers with stamps and postcards. For those with a collection to sell, the dealers are also buying. -
Postal Updates Aug 14, 2025, 9 AM
USPS posts $3.1 billion net loss for third quarter of fiscal 2025
by Linn’s StaffOperating expenses of $22 billion represented an increase of $613 million compared to the same quarter last year. -
Auctions Aug 13, 2025, 1 PM
Collections, stocks, accumulations of the world in Aug. 20-21 Kelleher auction
by Charles SneeThe auction includes more than 700 lots and features offerings from numerous name collections. -
US Stamps Aug 13, 2025, 9 AM
Reconstructing Post Office Department records after a disastrous 1836 fire
by John M. HotchnerU.S. Stamp Notes doesn’t often deal with events in the 19th century, but occasionally a letter from that time comes along that has an interesting story to tell. -
US Stamps Aug 12, 2025, 12 PM
SpongeBob stamps add shine and security feature
by Jay BigalkeWhile the glossy highlights may seem gimmicky and fun, they also serve a practical anti-counterfeiting function. -
Postal Updates Aug 12, 2025, 8 AM
Baseball’s hall of fame celebrates 2025 induction ceremony
by Linn’s StaffCurrently, 351 people have been elected to the hall of fame, including 278 former professional players, 23 managers, 10 umpires, 40 pioneers, executives, and organizers. -
US Stamps Aug 11, 2025, 11 AM
Luna moth graces new nonmachineable stamp for Aug. 16 release
by Scott TiffneyPrinted in panes of 20, the words “NON-MACHINEABLE SURCHARGE” appear at the bottom of the stamp indicating its usage. -
World Stamps Aug 11, 2025, 9 AM
Royal Mail celebrates Monty Python with Aug. 14 issue
by David HartwigThe stamps in the set of six show a montage of characters and sketches from the television series Monty Python’s Flying Circus, which ran from 1969 to 1974. -
Postal Updates Aug 7, 2025, 1 PM
Canadian Union of Postal Workers rejects offers from Canada Post
by David HartwigFrom July 21 to Aug. 1, more than 53,000 Canada Post employees represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers had the opportunity to vote on offers for collective agreements. -
US Stamps Aug 7, 2025, 9 AM
Prospectus available for fall Aapex show
by Linn’s StaffThe deadline to submit the prospectus is Sept. 29, or until frames are filled. -
US Stamps Aug 6, 2025, 12 PM
Boston 2026 stamps to debut Aug. 14 at Great American Stamp Show
by Charles Snee“These two stamps highlight the special role of Boston in the American Revolution as the U.S. Postal Service prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation,” the USPS said. -
US Stamps Aug 6, 2025, 8 AM
2025 Great American Stamp Show offers a full slate of events
by Linn’s StaffThe U.S. Postal Service, a co-sponsor of the show, will have a large booth with current U.S. stamps and other products for sale. -
World Stamps Aug 5, 2025, 11 AM
What’s new for 2026 Scott Standard Volume 4 and 5
by Jay BigalkeThe Boston 2026 World Expo and the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary are being celebrated on the cover of the 2026 Scott catalogs. -
World Stamps Aug 5, 2025, 8 AM
A tale of postcards when stamps aren’t available
by Jay BigalkePhilately is as much about human endeavor as it is about adhesives and cancellations. -
World Stamps Aug 4, 2025, 2 PM
Exhibition deadline nears for Boston 2026 World Expo
by Linn’s StaffAcceptance notifications for philatelic exhibits are anticipated by mid-November. -
US Stamps Aug 4, 2025, 12 PM
Menuz, Schwartz, Liao receive 2025 APS Luff awards
by Linn’s StaffThe 2025 Luff awards will be presented Aug. 16 at the Great American Stamp Show in Schaumburg, Ill.



















