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Calgary Herald
21-05-2025
- Business
- Calgary Herald
Canada Post urged to end door-to-door mail delivery. What other countries have considered it?
Article content Denmark is the only country, at present, with firm plans to stop door-to-door postal delivery of letters. Article content Denmark's state-run postal service, PostNord, has announced it will stop delivering letters entirely by the end of 2025, terminating a 400-year tradition. It will include the removal of all post boxes and the cessation of all letter deliveries, meaning there will be no door-to-door postal delivery of letters anywhere in the country. Article content As digital mail services became established, the use of letters fell dramatically in Denmark, says PostNord. Letter numbers have fallen from 1.4 billion in 2000 to 110 million last year. Article content Public services send communications via a Digital Post app or other platforms. Bank statements, bills, and correspondence from local authorities are sent electronically, says PostNord, making the letter market unprofitable. Article content Article content So, instead, PostNord is switching its focus to parcel deliveries. It means 1,500 workers out of a workforce of 4,600 face losing their jobs. Article content What is the U.S. doing to increase post office efficiency? Article content The U.S. considered the end of door-to-door delivery around the same time that Canada started to ponder it, the Associated Press reported back in 2013. But the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) continues to deliver mail directly to homes in places where this service is feasible and well-established. Article content However, more centralized delivery is increasing, mainly through the use of cluster box units or curbside mailboxes in new developments. These centralized mailboxes serve multiple residences and are designed to reduce delivery costs and improve efficiency. Article content Meanwhile, the USPS is refining its service standards and delivery operations to improve efficiency and reduce cost. That includes allowing postal carriers to travel greater distances and consolidating processing centres, but these changes have not equated to ending door-to-door delivery completely. Article content Article content In the U.K., the Royal Mail is drawing attention to the courier option as a potentially better means for package delivery abroad, while also promoting a new service to send British-themed gift boxes that include a range of popular food items.
Scottish Sun
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Fears Brooklyn Beckham and model wife Nicole will snub David's 50th birthday dinner despite invite amid ‘feud'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DAVID Beckham celebrated his 50th birthday wine-tasting in the South of France before jetting to Paris for the evening. The star is hosting a lavish party tonight in London - although there are fears eldest son, Brooklyn, will NOT attend despite being in the capital. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 10 David Beckham is celebrating his 50th birthday in the UK with his family Credit: Reuters 10 There are doubts over whether son Brooklyn will attend, with a notable lack of social media birthday message Credit: Getty 10 Beckham kicked off the celebrations for his 50th with a star-studded party in Miami last month Credit: David Beckham/Instagram Tellingly, the 36-year-old did not publicly post a 'happy birthday' message to his dad - the first time he has failed to do so. However, Becks had an 'amazing' day with the rest of his family, as the clan hired a £40 million Brigadier Global 6000 private jet, spending the afternoon supping wines in a Bordeaux vineyard. Wife Victoria paid tribute to him on Instagram with a montage of photos and a sweet clip of daughter Harper as a toddler, warbling 'There's only one David Beckham'. A source added: 'David had the most incredible day, and felt truly spoilt. 'The immediate family flew out from Oxford, spent the afternoon supping wines - even Harper had a little sip - and then jetted to Paris in the evening for dinner at one of his favourite restaurants. Victoria went all out. 'It was pretty much a perfect day, although sadly Brooklyn was unable to make it. 'Tonight is the big London bash with his celeb pals, family and friends but although Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola, are invited - and are in town - they have yet to RSVP. "There has been some contact between them though. "So it's all very up in the air - there's certainly a lot of tension there right now, but David just wants to focus on the positives, and what will be will be.' Yesterday, while Posh and Becks enjoyed their no expense spared French getaway, VB's mum, Jackie, was spotted doing an early recce of Notting Hill restaurant, Core, where tomorrow's dinner is taking place. David and Victoria Beckham join the King and Queen at lavish State Banquet at Buckingham Palace for the first time Around 40 guests - including Gordon and Tana Ramsay, Guy Ritchie, Tom Cruise and the couple's personal trainer, Bobby Rich, are expected to attend the three source, sit-down meal. Head Chef Clare Smyth - previously named World's Best Female Chef - has designed a traditional, British-themed menu, celebrating sustainable, seasonal ingredients. David's favourite wines, including three of the wines he tasted yesterday: Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau La Grâce Dieu des Prieurs and Château Mouton Rothschild, will be served. Victoria is expected to her favourite tipple: tequila. After dinner, the ex-Man United midfielder will make a speech, paying warm tribute to both his parents, and Posh and the kids. 10 Youngest son Cruz wished David a happy birthday with a social media snap Credit: cruzbeckham/Instagram 10 Romeo also wished dad David a happy birthday with a message on Instagram Credit: romeobeckham/Instagram 10 Brooklyn's last social media post was an advert for a pasta company Credit: Getty While Harper, 13, is not yet on social media, his middle two boys, Cruz and Romeo both took to Instagram to mark their dad's big day. Singer Cruz wrote 'I love you so much dad' beside a arty photo whilst model Romeo revealed the birthday caught he'd bought him- a bespoke cartoon, taken from his Netflix documentary, poking fun of Becks' age. However, Brooklyn - who double-barrelled his wife's surname when they married - was notably quiet in the wake of recent reported tensions. Last night fans were quick to notice it, posting questioning comments on his Instagram profile. Ironically, his last Insta post was an advert for a pasta company, in which he wrote: 'For me, pasta means family - and like Barilla, I love bringing everyone together for a shared meal around the table.' Just whether Brooklyn joins the family around the table tonight, remains to be seen. 10 Youngest son Cruz publicly told dad David how much he loved him in an emotional post Credit: Getty 10 Romeo Beckham also paid tribute to his dad with a message on social media Credit: Darren Fletcher 10 Eldest son Brooklyn is now known as Brooklyn Peltz Beckham after taking his wife's name Credit: Getty
The Sun
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Fears Brooklyn Beckham and model wife Nicole will snub David's 50th birthday dinner despite invite amid ‘feud'
DAVID Beckham celebrated his 50th birthday wine-tasting in the South of France before jetting to Paris for the evening. The star is hosting a lavish party tonight in London - although there are fears eldest son, Brooklyn, will NOT attend despite being in the capital. 10 10 10 Tellingly, the 36-year-old did not publicly post a 'happy birthday' message to his dad - the first time he has failed to do so. However, Becks had an 'amazing' day with the rest of his family, as the clan hired a £40 million Brigadier Global 6000 private jet, spending the afternoon supping wines in a Bordeaux vineyard. Wife Victoria paid tribute to him on Instagram with a montage of photos and a sweet clip of daughter Harper as a toddler, warbling 'There's only one David Beckham'. A source added: 'David had the most incredible day, and felt truly spoilt. 'The immediate family flew out from Oxford, spent the afternoon supping wines - even Harper had a little sip - and then jetted to Paris in the evening for dinner at one of his favourite restaurants. Victoria went all out. 'It was pretty much a perfect day, although sadly Brooklyn was unable to make it. 'Tonight is the big London bash with his celeb pals, family and friends but although Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola, are invited - and are in town - they have yet to RSVP. "There has been some contact between them though. "So it's all very up in the air - there's certainly a lot of tension there right now, but David just wants to focus on the positives, and what will be will be.' Yesterday, while Posh and Becks enjoyed their no expense spared French getaway, VB's mum, Jackie, was spotted doing an early recce of Notting Hill restaurant, Core, where tomorrow's dinner is taking place. David and Victoria Beckham join the King and Queen at lavish State Banquet at Buckingham Palace for the first time Around 40 guests - including Gordon and Tana Ramsay, Guy Ritchie, Tom Cruise and the couple's personal trainer, Bobby Rich, are expected to attend the three source, sit-down meal. Head Chef Clare Smyth - previously named World's Best Female Chef - has designed a traditional, British-themed menu, celebrating sustainable, seasonal ingredients. David's favourite wines, including three of the wines he tasted yesterday: Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau La Grâce Dieu des Prieurs and Château Mouton Rothschild, will be served. Victoria is expected to her favourite tipple: tequila. After dinner, the ex-Man United midfielder will make a speech, paying warm tribute to both his parents, and Posh and the kids. 10 10 While Harper, 13, is not yet on social media, his middle two boys, Cruz and Romeo both took to Instagram to mark their dad's big day. Singer Cruz wrote 'I love you so much dad' beside a arty photo whilst model Romeo revealed the birthday caught he'd bought him- a bespoke cartoon, taken from his Netflix documentary, poking fun of Becks' age. However, Brooklyn - who double-barrelled his wife's surname when they married - was notably quiet in the wake of recent reported tensions. Last night fans were quick to notice it, posting questioning comments on his Instagram profile. Ironically, his last Insta post was an advert for a pasta company, in which he wrote: 'For me, pasta means family - and like Barilla, I love bringing everyone together for a shared meal around the table.' Just whether Brooklyn joins the family around the table tonight, remains to be seen. 10
The Irish Sun
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Fears Brooklyn Beckham and model wife Nicole will snub David's 50th birthday dinner despite invite amid ‘feud'
DAVID Beckham celebrated his 50th birthday wine-tasting in the South of France before jetting to Paris for the evening. The star is hosting a 10 David Beckham is celebrating his 50th birthday in the UK with his family Credit: Reuters 10 There are doubts over whether son Brooklyn will attend, with a notable lack of social media birthday message Credit: Getty 10 Beckham kicked off the celebrations for his 50th with a star-studded party in Miami last month Credit: David Beckham/Instagram Tellingly, the 36-year-old did not publicly post a 'happy birthday' message to his dad - the first time he has failed to do so. However, Becks had an 'amazing' day with the rest of his family, as the clan hired a £40 million Brigadier Global 6000 private jet, spending the afternoon supping wines in a Bordeaux vineyard. Wife Victoria paid tribute to him on Instagram with a montage of photos and a sweet clip of daughter Harper as a toddler, warbling 'There's only one David Beckham'. A source added: 'David had the most incredible day, and felt truly spoilt. READ MORE ON DAVID BECKHAM 'The immediate family flew out from Oxford, spent the afternoon supping wines - even Harper had a little sip - and then jetted to Paris in the evening for dinner at one of his favourite restaurants. Victoria went all out. 'It was pretty much a perfect day, although sadly Brooklyn was unable to make it. 'Tonight is the big London bash with his celeb pals, family and friends but although Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola, are invited - and are in town - they have yet to RSVP. "There has been some contact between them though. Most read in Celebrity "So it's all very up in the air - there's certainly a lot of tension there right now, but David just wants to focus on the positives, and what will be will be.' Yesterday, while Posh and Becks enjoyed their no expense spared French getaway, VB's mum, Jackie, was spotted doing an early recce of David and Victoria Beckham join the King and Queen at lavish State Banquet at Buckingham Palace for the first time Around 40 guests - including Gordon and Tana Ramsay, Guy Ritchie, Tom Cruise and the couple's personal trainer, Bobby Rich, are Head Chef Clare Smyth - previously named World's Best Female Chef - has designed a traditional, British-themed menu, celebrating sustainable, seasonal ingredients. David's favourite wines, including three of the wines he tasted yesterday: Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau La Grâce Dieu des Prieurs and Château Mouton Rothschild, will be served. Victoria is expected to her favourite tipple: tequila. After dinner, the 10 Youngest son Cruz wished David a happy birthday with a social media snap Credit: cruzbeckham/Instagram 10 Romeo also wished dad David a happy birthday with a message on Instagram Credit: romeobeckham/Instagram 10 Brooklyn's last social media post was an advert for a pasta company Credit: Getty While Harper, 13, is not yet on social media, his middle two boys, Cruz and Romeo both took to Instagram to mark their dad's big day. Singer Cruz wrote 'I love you so much dad' beside a arty photo whilst model Romeo revealed the birthday caught he'd bought him- a bespoke cartoon, taken from his Netflix documentary, poking fun of Becks' age. However, Last night fans were quick to notice it, posting questioning comments on his Instagram profile. Ironically, his last Insta post was an advert for a pasta company, in which he wrote: 'For me, pasta means family - and like Barilla, I love bringing everyone together for a shared meal around the table.' Just whether Brooklyn joins the family around the table tonight, remains to be seen. 10 Youngest son Cruz publicly told dad David how much he loved him in an emotional post Credit: Getty 10 Romeo Beckham also paid tribute to his dad with a message on social media Credit: Darren Fletcher 10 Eldest son Brooklyn is now known as Brooklyn Peltz Beckham after taking his wife's name Credit: Getty 10 The Beckhams were preparing to enjoy David's birthday meal with his favorite wines Credit:
