If you have been eyeing something from overseas, you may want to click “buy now” today. Postal services operated by Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Belgium — Posten Bring, PostNord, and bpost — said they will suspend parcel shipments to the US ahead of the end of a customs exemption that …
Read More »Amazing Thailand and Royal Enfield unite influencers for cultural motorcycle journey across the southern region
From Muay Thai in Bangkok to the hidden gems of Trang, Phatthalung, and Songkhla, 12 Asia-Pacific travel influencers rode Royal Enfields through Thailand’s south—sharing 355 stories that reached over 14 million people worldwide. BANGKOK, Thailand – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with Royal Enfield, recently brought together …
Read More »Denmark’s state postal service calls time on letter deliveries
BBC Denmark’s red post boxes are being removed across the country Sorting through bundles of letters, small packages and magazines, Herman Moyano is getting ready for his early morning post round. Cargo bikes and vans stream out from the depot, just north of Copenhagen, as Herman departs on his scooter. …
Read More »Royal Mail to unveil high-tech postbox in Burnham-On-Sea for small parcels
A new solar-powered postbox that can take small parcels is set to be introduced in Burnham-On-Sea by Royal Mail. The pillar box in Burnham’s Rectory Road has been sealed off in black plastic with a poster stating it is ‘out of service: automated system coming soon.’ Royal Mail says it …
Read More »People: Fabulosa; Northern Healthcare; Fortidia; Auxesia Homes
Fragrance-led home and lifestyle brand Fabulosa has strengthened its management team with the appointment of senior marketer Sara Hassan as head of brand. Hassan has successfully led strategic marketing campaigns for several major names including most latterly, Arighi Bianchi – a leading independent home furnishing retailer where she held a …
Read More »Thousands of Sri Lankan postal workers remain on strike, defying government threats
Around 17,000 Sri Lankan postal workers are continuing indefinite strike action they began on Sunday over 19 demands. The nationwide walkout which involves all ranks, apart from sub-postmasters, has virtually paralysed the country’s postal services. Postal workers marching towards Presidential Secretariat, in Colombo, on August 19. The striking postal workers …
Read More »Brits warned about new ‘phantom parcel’ scam sweeping the nation
The ‘phantom parcel’ scams are sweeping the nation and it’s crucial to be aware of them. If you have any doubt about the authenticity of a message, contact the company directly(Image: Getty) We’re all acquainted with that restless excitement while waiting for a delivery to turn up. Whether it’s that …
Read More »Darlington yarn bombers threaten police action after postbox seagull stolen
A knitted seagull has been stolen from a handmade postbox topper, leading to a threat of police action from the yarnbombers who created it. Residents living in the Blackwell area of Darlington are used to their red Royal Mail box being anything but ordinary – as it commonly dons a themed, hand-knit …
Read More »Tory backlash over ‘misleading’ North Tyneside Post Office leaflets
Two post offices in North Tyneside have complained about Tory leaflets which bring their future in to question Palmersville Post Office on Meadowfield Terrace.(Image: Newcastle Chronicle) Local Conservatives have been accused of misleading communities over the future of two post offices in North Tyneside. Post office workers have rebuked party …
Read More »Knitted seagull stolen from postbox on Blackwell, Darlington
Residents living in the Blackwell area of Darlington are used to their red Royal Mail box being anything but ordinary – as it commonly dons a themed, hand-knit topper. The most recent creation from the town’s yarn bombers has a Cornish theme – with a Cornish pasty, a Cornish flag and a …
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