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US lawmakers' concerns about mail ballots are fueled by other issues with mail service

A contentious congressional hearing has shown that lawmakers are uneasy about the U.S. Postal Service's readiness for a crush of mail ballots for the November election because some of them feel burned by other Postal Service actions

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Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Postal Service's Election Readiness

Lawmakers express concerns about USPS readiness for handling mail-in ballots for the upcoming election.

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The seven greatest cover songs of all time – according to music experts

We recently asked subscribers to our arts and culture newsletter, Something Good, to name their favourite cover song. We received a range of replies, from Beyoncé’s reimagining of the Dolly Parton classic, Jolene, to Nirvana’s MTV Unplugged recording of The Man Who Sold the World by David Bowie. Here’s how…

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Trump is all over the place on ‘stupid’ early voting

Former president has consistently attacked early voting, even as party officials try to encourage it

The Independent UK

Postal Service chief frustrated at criticism, but promises 'heroic' effort to deliver mail ballots

The U.S. Postal Service’s leader is expressing frustration with ongoing criticism of how it handles mail ballots

The Independent UK

Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff seeks more control over postmaster general after mail meltdown

As the U.S. Postal Service faces delivery slowdowns, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, a Democrat from Georgia, has proposed legislation to impose stricter oversight on who leads the agency

The Independent UK

Postal Service Addresses Concerns To Ensure Smooth Election Mail

U.S. Postmaster General DeJoy addresses concerns about election mail delivery and assures readiness for November election.

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“I didn't really understand how any of it worked. We were just young and up for anything”: The Postal Service on creating indie-electronic classic Give Up

Jimmy Tamborello, aka Dntel, on creating the seminal work of ‘indietronica’ with Death Cab’s Ben Gibbard

MusicRadar

USPS Trump-appointed official receives stark warning as mail-in voting begins

State and election officials have warned Postmaster General Louis DeJoy of potential disruptions in mail-in ballots coming from the country's mail system.

Latin Times

Election Officials Warn Of Mail Delivery Issues Threatening Voters

Election officials raise alarm over mail delivery issues affecting voter participation in upcoming election.

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USPS' long-awaited new mail truck makes its debut to rave reviews from carriers

The Postal Service’s new delivery vehicles aren’t going to win a beauty contest

The Independent UK

US Postal Service Ends Discounts For Shipping Consolidators

U.S. Postal Service discontinues discounts for shipping consolidators to enhance financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

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USPS is ending discounts for shipping consolidators that tap into its vast delivery network

The U.S. Postal Service is ending discounts that shipping consolidators such as UPS and DHL use to get packages to the nation’s doorsteps, in a move meant to help the Postal Service slow losses but that could see the higher costs passed on to consumers

The Independent UK

Postmaster general is confident about ability to process mail-in ballots

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy says the U.S. Postal Service is ready for a flood of election mail

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Death Cab for Cutie/The Postal Service review, All Points East: Heaven for thirtysomething nostalgia-heads

The two favourite bands of every proto-softboi in 2003 preached to the converted at London’s Victoria Park

The Independent UK

USPS proposes changes to save $3B per year, starting in 2025

The U.S. Postal Service hopes to save $3 billion a year through a series of changes reflecting greater reliance on a streamlined regional networks

Fortune

Another price increase is on the way for postage stamps

January’s price hike was just the beginning.

WEKU

The Forever Stamp is forever rising in price. How does the U.S. cost compare globally?

U.S. stamps are heading for their sixth price hike since 2021. In raw numbers, only four countries in a recent study of 31 developed nations had cheaper stamps than the U.S.

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US Postal Service Proposes 73 Cent Stamp Price Increase

USPS considers raising stamp price to 73 cents, facing financial challenges and potential impacts on mail services.

Evening Standard

The big London festival guide for summer 2024: from All Points East to Cross The Tracks

No Glasto? No problem! From Kylie to SZA, many of music’s biggest names are flocking to the capital this summer – here’s where to catch them

Kiplinger

Stamp Prices Set To Rise (Again)

USPS price increases will take effect on January 21, 2024. The price of First-Class Mail will increase to 68 cents from 66 cents.

Reason

Watchdog Report: USPS Still Failing To Secure Facility That Was Robbed Twice in 2023

A new inspector general report indicates that officials knew that the industrial park had been targeted in the past.

Kiplinger

USPS Address Change Policy: What You Need to Know

The USPS address change policy requires you to verify your identity before a change request is granted. Learn about how it works.

Reason

Do Not Under Any Circumstances Nationalize Greyhound

Private, for-profit intercity bus services are a remarkable example of free market transportation. Socialists naturally want to shut it all down.

The Guardian - US

‘It’s going to delay the mail’: the fight over Louis DeJoy’s USPS plan

Trump’s postmaster general appointee is implementing a 10-year austerity plan that will slash jobs and close sorting centers

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