Sweden Releases New Stamps to Reinforce Its Cultural Dominance

"Stamp design engages people." So says PostNord, the Scandinavian postal giant, which yesterday announced a new set of five stamps commemorating Sweden's outsize influence on popular music. "Sweden, with a population of only 9 million, is third in world (sic) in pop music exports," said the company in a press …

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Royal Mail In Stand-Off Over MPs' Inquiry

Royal Mail (LSE: RMG.L – news) has been secretly resisting pressure from MPs for it to appear alongside rival postal operators as part of a new probe into competition in the industry. Sky News has learnt that Royal Mail made representations to the Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) Select Committee …

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MP opens new-look post office branches

OLDHAM East and Saddleworth MP Debbie Abrahams has officially opened two remodelled post offices. Both the Hardy Street and Shaw branches have been upgraded to offer improved services, including extended opening hours. More: continued here

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eBay Debuts Interactive Art Installation in New York City, Celebrating its New … – Business Wire (press release)

eBay Debuts Interactive Art Installation in New York City, Celebrating its New …Business Wire (press release)SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) announced a collaboration with artist and illustrator Mario Wagner to create a one-of-a-kind, interactive art installation in New York City. Titled ART FOR ALL, the installation celebrates …and more » …

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USPS releases special ‘Rudolph’ stamps – MyFox Chicago

WFMJ USPS releases special 'Rudolph' stampsMyFox ChicagoThe stamps depicting Rudolph, Hermey, Santa and Bumble were created from still television frames from the special which premiered 50 years ago in 1964. If you are interested in holiday cheer, the stamps are available online or at your local post office.Stamps commemorate Rudolph …

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