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Mint
13-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
US Postal Service hikes stamp prices: Find out what it'll cost you to send a letter now
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has once again raised the cost of sending mail, increasing Forever Stamp prices to 78 cents as of Sunday, July 13. The 7.4 per cent hike is part of the agency's ongoing effort to attain financial stability, a justification USPS has used for several recent rate hikes. Under the new pricing, according to The Hill report, a Forever Stamp now costs 78 cents, up from 73 cents. Postcards, which cost 56 cents earlier, will now be priced at 61 cents. International postcards and letters have gone up to $1.70 from $1.65. According to the news outlet, the Forever Stamp remains a one-time purchase for customers to cover future first-class postage irrespective of future rate hikes. New stamp designs currently available include a SpongeBob SquarePants stamp, a 250th anniversary USPS edition, and one honoring former First Lady Barbara Bush. The USPS has made several cost adjustments in recent years, another WPRI report stated. The report added that the cost of Forever Stamps has steadily increased almost annually since it was 45 cents in 2012. Though there was no increase in Forever Stamp rates in 2015 and 2020, in 2023 and 2024, the USPS announced double hikes. The jump from 68 to 73 cents last summer marked the biggest single-year increase since 2019. The USPS decided against raising rates in January 2025, according to a multi-phase plan the agency proposed in September 2024 to implement five price increases for stamps through 2027, beginning this July and then every January and July, the WPRI report added. The USPS said these adjustments need to be made to fulfill the agency's 'legal obligation to be financially self-sufficient.' It remains uncertain if the long-term price strategy, coined during former President Joe Biden's term, will continue during the Trump administration. Earlier this year, President Donald Trump had suggested several changes for the USPS. Shortly thereafter, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy tendered his resignation. Despite the rising prices and uncertainty, the USPS insists that postage in America is a bargain. "USPS prices remain among the most affordable in the world," the agency reiterated in a statement in April. A Forever Stamp now costs 78 cents, as of July 13, 2025. The agency says the hikes are part of efforts to meet its legal obligation to be financially self-sufficient. International letters and postcards now cost $1.70, up from $1.65. Yes, the USPS proposed additional increases every January and July through 2027.
Associated Press
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
U.S. Postal Service Issues Latest U.S. Flag Stamp
THREE OAKS, Mich., June 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Postal Service dedicated a new U.S. Flag stamp at a ceremony at the Vickers Theater in Three Oaks. 'An enduring emblem of freedom, national unity and patriotic spirit, the flag of the United States has flown proudly stateside, abroad and even on the surface of the moon,' said Donald Dombrow Jr., the Postal Service's Michigan 2 District manager, who spoke at the ceremony. Other speakers included photographer Doug Haight, whose artwork is featured on the stamp. The current American flag consists of 13 alternating horizontal stripes — seven red and six white — and 50 stars on a field of blue. The stripes represent the 13 Colonies that declared independence from Great Britain to become the nation's first states. The stars represent the present number of states. The stamp features an image of Old Glory, fluttering in a breeze, against a bright white background. The words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' are rendered in blue type above a horizontal red stripe. 'FOREVER/USA' appears along the bottom of the stamp in gray lettering. Antonio Alcalá, an art director for USPS, designed the stamp, which will be issued in booklets and panes of 20, and coils of 100, 3,000 and 10,000. As Forever stamps, they will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price. News of the stamps is being shared on social media with the hashtag #USFlagStamps. Postal Products Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon. Additional information on stamps, dedication ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to nearly 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America, to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands. The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter; Facebook; Instagram; Pinterest; Threads; and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit and National contact: Leisha Palmore-Drummond [email protected] Local contact: Elizabeth Najduch [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U.S. Postal Service
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
U.S. Postal Service Issues Latest U.S. Flag Stamp
THREE OAKS, Mich., June 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Postal Service dedicated a new U.S. Flag stamp at a ceremony at the Vickers Theater in Three Oaks. "An enduring emblem of freedom, national unity and patriotic spirit, the flag of the United States has flown proudly stateside, abroad and even on the surface of the moon," said Donald Dombrow Jr., the Postal Service's Michigan 2 District manager, who spoke at the ceremony. Other speakers included photographer Doug Haight, whose artwork is featured on the stamp. The current American flag consists of 13 alternating horizontal stripes — seven red and six white — and 50 stars on a field of blue. The stripes represent the 13 Colonies that declared independence from Great Britain to become the nation's first states. The stars represent the present number of states. The stamp features an image of Old Glory, fluttering in a breeze, against a bright white background. The words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" are rendered in blue type above a horizontal red stripe. "FOREVER/USA" appears along the bottom of the stamp in gray lettering. Antonio Alcalá, an art director for USPS, designed the stamp, which will be issued in booklets and panes of 20, and coils of 100, 3,000 and 10,000. As Forever stamps, they will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price. News of the stamps is being shared on social media with the hashtag #USFlagStamps. Postal Products Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon. Additional information on stamps, dedication ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to nearly 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America, to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands. The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations. For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter; Facebook; Instagram; Pinterest; Threads; and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit and National contact: Leisha Palmore-Drummond Local contact: Elizabeth Najduch View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U.S. Postal Service
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
USPS unveils new stamps featuring Cochiti Pueblo artist's work at Gathering of Nations
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – In a quiet studio tucked inside Pojoaque Pueblo, every brushstroke tells a story rooted in identity. Now, one Cochiti Pueblo artist's work will reach a wider audience than ever before. Mateo Romero's painted images of Indigenous dancers Tony and Violet Duncan and their family can now be seen on USPS Forever Stamps. 'It's pictures of them; they're portraits of Tony Duncan, he does the hoop dance. Violet Duncan, she's First Nations Cree, she does the women's traditional. And then their daughter is doing one of the fancy shawl dances. The fourth style is KamiJo Whiteclay, and she's doing crow hop,' Romero explained. The creative vision behind the stamps began with an art director for the United States Postal Service. Antonio Ancalá reached out to Romero with a clear vision in mind: 'highlight Native art through Native eyes.' 'It's such a rewarding honor to be involved in a stamp that represents such an important part of our nation's heritage and culture and to know that it's going everywhere in the United States,' said Ancalá. At this year's Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque, thousands of people flocked to EXPO New Mexico to celebrate Native American and Indigenous dances and culture. This year, Romero's work held a special place in the event as the USPS held a first-day-of-issue ceremony for the 'Powwows: Celebrating Native American Culture' stamps Friday. This year's Gathering of Nations celebration ends Saturday night at Expo New Mexico. You can purchase the Forever Stamps by using this link. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
200K counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps seized in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced it seized 200,000 counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps from Hong Kong at its Port of Birmingham. According to a Friday news release, the counterfeit stamps discovered have an estimated list price of $146,000. The CBP stated officers during an operation selected two packages for inspection based on specific criteria. Though their contents initially appeared authentic, the CBP noted a detailed examination showed the packed stamps were counterfeit and in violation of intellectual property rights laws. 'Protecting America begins with the shared commitment and determination of dedicated CBP Officers, Agriculture Specialists, and support staff,' said CBP Birmingham Port Director Steve Robinson in a statement. 'Together, they play a vital role in safeguarding consumers and businesses from counterfeit goods. Economic security is national security.' Alabama farmers see benefits from high beef prices Shipments from China and Hong Kong made up about 90% of the total CBP intellectual property rights quantity seized in fiscal year 2024, according to the law enforcement agency. The CBP stated it works with Homeland Security Investigations agents and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service to stop illegally imported counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
