Do you ever wonder why shipping centers ask you so many questions? “Are the items in the box fragile?” “Is there a replacement value?” “Have you ever shipped there before?” “What are you shipping? Does it contain any liquids, perishables, flammables, lithium batteries, explosives or other hazardous materials?” It may seem like we’re being nosey, … Continued
If you’re running low on your Forever Stamps or might be in the next week, you may want to run to your local post office or authorized shipping outlet and stock up. The United States Postal Service announced it will raise the cost of postage stamps on January 26, 2014. The cost of a single stamp … Continued
The Postal Service continues heading toward legislative reform as it struggles to turn a profit. Mickey Barnett, chairman of the board of governors, recently described the situation as a “precarious financial condition.” That’s one way to summarize an expected loss of $6 billion in the current fiscal year. If there’s any bright side in that number it’s the fact that it’s … Continued
Have you ever been confused by the shipping services used by USPS; particularly Priority Mail and Express Mail? If so, then you may be interested in what USPS has done to clear the fog of confusion. Beginning July 28, 2013, Express Mail will be known as “Priority Mail Express” and “Priority Mail Express International.” It will … Continued
Congress is often the butt of many jokes. “The opposite of progress is Congress” right? Late night could write a best-seller on jokes geared toward Congress. Recently, however, Congress bought the American people some time in regards to the USPS’s efforts to rid itself of Saturday delivery. The USPS planned to elimnate Saturday delivery no later than … Continued
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