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Linn’s Stamp News New authoritative book published for stamps of Sultanate of NejdLinn’s Stamp NewsThe stamps of the Sultanate of Nejd are one of the most difficult areas of philately, and to help collectors, I recently completed a book that focuses on these stamps, titled The Sultanate of Nejd, A …

CNET Collectible Star Wars stamps glow under ultraviolet light (pictures)CNETUK postal service Royal Mail is printing a collectible set of Star Wars stamps, as "The Force Awakens" prepares to make its thunderous debut next week. The stamps showcase the work of British artist Malcolm Tween and feature characters and vehicles …

Tip of the week: United States 1896 Indian Maiden newspaper stampLinn’s Stamp NewsThe 1896 United States $100 Indian Maiden newspaper stamp (Scott PR125) is a good buy in mint never-hinged condition at the 2016 Scott Specialized Catalogue of United States Stamps and Covers value of $150. More: continued here

Parks to offer new passport stamps in 2016Salt Lake TribuneThe Passport to Your National Parks program will offer special centennial Passport cancellation stamps at national parks throughout the country in 2016. The special stamp will print a round cancellation graphic with the name of the individual park … More: continued …

Smithsonian's National Postal Museum Opens New York City Stamp Art Exhibit TodayBroadway WorldThe Smithsonian's National Postal Museum is unveiling an exhibition of original artwork today, Dec. 10 titled, "New York City: A Portrait Through Stamp Art." On display through Mar. 13, 2017, 30 pieces of original artwork will be publically …

Themississippilink Stamps now second VP of national groupThemississippilinkThe National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials has selected City Councilman De'Keither Stamps as its second vice president. The organization selects individuals who have displayed outstanding leadership that has produced a positive and … More: continued here

Indiana Daily Student Collectors keep stamp collecting, history alive in BloomingtonIndiana Daily StudentSeven people sat around tables at the Monroe County Public Library, pouring over albums full of stamp collections. They were members of the Bloomington Stamp Club, a group that traces its origins to World War II. They're not …

TakePart The White House Really Wants More Money for Food StampsTakePartThat's the long and the short of a new report on SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, published by the White House on Tuesday, which highlights the successes of the nutrition assistance program, and points out its current shortcomings following …White …

Washington Post How New York City put its stamp(s) on the worldWashington PostIn May, six of the pieces (including “Statue of Liberty” and “Immigrants Arrive,” on facing page) will head to New York for the 2016 World Stamp Show, an international event held every 10 years that attracts thousands of …

Opposing Views State With High Unemployment Rate Wants To Link Food Stamps To WorkOpposing ViewsPeople holding up sign that reads 'Apply for Benefits Here'. By Sheena Vasani, Wed, December 9, 2015. New Mexico's government wants to make receiving food stamps contingent upon the monthly completion of 80 community service hours …