USPS 2026 rule change could make your mail late
A new USPS rule set for 2026 changes how postmarks are applied, potentially causing late fees for tax returns and bills. Learn how to protect yourself.
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Australia Post loses $4,000 Aboriginal painting
Award-winning Aboriginal artist Bobbi Lockyer is devastated after Australia Post lost a valuable commissioned painting. The postal service apologises as the search continues.
Postal Worker Charged Over Attempt to Hit Child
A US Postal Service worker in Florida faces assault charges after allegedly trying to run over a 10-year-old boy who was returning a misdelivered package. Read the shocking details.
Postal Worker Charged Over Attempt to Hit Child
A US Postal Service worker in Florida faces assault charges after allegedly trying to run over a 10-year-old boy who was returning a misdelivered package. Read the shocking details.
M56 crash closes Manchester Airport exit, long delays
A collision on the M56 westbound has forced the closure of the Junction 5 exit for Manchester Airport, causing severe delays. Normal traffic not expected for hours.
UK Artist Preserves Final Letters from Denmark's Postal Service
British artist Gillian Taylor captures the last missives from Denmark's 400-year-old postal service, creating art from poignant memories of handwritten communication. Discover the project.
Readers Demand End to Postal Marketing Waste
UK residents condemn the environmental impact of unwanted postal advertising, with 99% ending up unread in recycling. Charities' repeated mailings also face scrutiny. Read the full debate.
The High Environmental Cost of Unwanted Postal Marketing
As digital communication dominates, critics question the staggering environmental and financial cost of unsolicited paper advertising and charity appeals. Read why many believe its time is up.
Readers reveal what they'd write in their last postal letter
As Denmark's postal service ends letter deliveries, Guardian readers share the heartfelt messages they would send in a final envelope. Discover stories of love, legacy, and lost connections.
Royal Mail replaces 'postman' with gender-neutral 'postperson'
Royal Mail advertises for 'postpersons' in a historic move away from the male-only 'postman' title. The change reflects the company's modernisation and commitment to inclusive hiring. Discover the history behind the shift.
2025's Most Delayed Airlines Revealed: Ryanair Leads
A new report reveals the world's most delayed airlines for 2025. Ryanair had the highest percentage of late flights, contributing to a staggering collective wait of 161 years for passengers globally.
Denmark ends 400-year postal service, UK may follow
Denmark's state postal service ends letter deliveries after 400 years, signalling a global decline. Could the UK's Royal Mail face a similar fate? Explore the cultural shift.
US holiday travel sparks major airport delays and FAA restrictions
The FAA imposes traffic restrictions at 21 major US airports, causing delays up to two hours on one of the busiest travel days. Over 122 million Americans are expected to travel this season. Plan ahead and check your flight status.
Cyberattack Disrupts French Postal Service Before Christmas
A suspected DDoS cyberattack has crippled France's La Poste and its banking arm, La Banque Postale, disrupting deliveries and payments during the peak festive season. Read the latest on the security incident.
Christmas Travel Chaos: UK Hit by Airport Delays & Gridlock
UK families face major Christmas travel disruption with 4-hour airport queues, ferry delays, and record road traffic. Get the latest advice and plan ahead.
Royal Mail Christmas Delays Hit 92 UK Postcodes
Royal Mail warns of Christmas delivery delays in 92 postcodes due to staff illness. Check the full list to see if your area is affected. Last posting dates revealed.
French IT issues cause hour-long Dover delays for Christmas getaway
Ferry passengers face hour-long queues at Dover as French border IT systems fail, disrupting the UK's busiest Christmas getaway. Plan ahead and allow extra time.
Royal Mail warns 47 postcodes of Christmas delays
Royal Mail alerts customers in 47 postcodes to potential festive delivery delays due to local issues. Check the full list and post early for Christmas.
Christmas 2025 travel chaos: Delays and disruption
Plan your festive getaway with our guide to expected traffic jams, train cancellations, and airport congestion across the UK from 19 December. Check before you travel.
USPS Expands Last-Mile Delivery to All Shippers
The US Postal Service will open its last-mile delivery network to more companies in a bid to boost revenue. Contracts to be awarded in 2026. Read the latest.
Republicans Push Mail-In Voting Despite Trump's Opposition
State Republican parties are aggressively promoting postal ballots for the 2026 midterms, directly contradicting Donald Trump's long-standing crusade against the practice. Discover the strategic split.
Why Royal Mail workers wear shorts in winter
Royal Mail postal workers are often seen in shorts, even during freezing UK winters. Discover the clever reasons behind this year-round uniform choice and the surprising depot bets.
Amazon may ditch USPS, costing it $6bn in 2025
Amazon is reportedly considering ending its US Postal Service contract to build its own delivery network, a move that could cost USPS $6bn next year. Read the full report on the potential industry shake-up.
Amazon could end $6bn USPS deal, create own network
Amazon is reportedly considering ditching the US Postal Service, a move that would strip the agency of a $6bn contract and could trigger a massive industry shakeup. Read the full analysis.
Elderly woman mailed fentanyl to pay for meds
A Texas woman, 74, distributed enough fentanyl for 150,000 lethal doses via post in a 'side hustle' to afford her own medication. Discover the shocking details of the US drug trafficking case.
Royal Mail warns of dog attack risk to postal workers
Royal Mail issues urgent safety reminder as Christmas post rush begins. Households risk delivery suspension if dogs threaten staff. Learn how to protect your postie.
Man charged after postal workers find child-like sex doll
A 56-year-old man in France faces a €75k fine and prison after postal staff discovered a disturbing parcel from China. The case sparks international crackdown on online sales. Read the full report.
Royal Mail's final Christmas 2025 posting dates announced
Royal Mail warns of final Christmas posting dates for 2025. Don't miss the deadlines for UK and international deliveries to ensure gifts arrive on time.
Denmark ends national letter delivery after 90% decline
Denmark's postal service will cease all letter deliveries from December, removing iconic red mailboxes. Discover how digitalisation is reshaping European postal services and what it means for the future.
USPS ships 2bn holiday parcels, hikes prices
The US Postal Service has processed over 2 billion items this festive season, hiring thousands and opening new facilities. Discover how price increases and a $40bn investment plan aim to secure its future.
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