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Our Mail Service Is Not As Delinquent As Denmark’s

Government January 14, 2026 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

As of December 30, 2025, Denmark no longer has an official postal service. Letter-sending in Denmark has declined by more than 90%.

First Ever Mosquitos Found In Norway

Outdoor Living November 15, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Norway found three wild mosquitoes in October. This is a surprise due to its harsh, unpredictable climate.

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Stamps Prices Up Again And England Honors Peanuts Gang

Politics July 22, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

There is news in the postage world. US first-class stamp prices are up, again. And England honors Charles Schutz with stamps of the Peanuts gang. First Class Stamps Beginning July 13, 2025, the price to mail a first-class envelope rose from 73 cents to 78 cents. These are the Forever stamps. On average, the price […]

A Day To Remember: The Invasion Of D-Day On June 6, 1944

Government June 6, 2025 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

On June 6, 1944, World War II was raging across Europe. All hope seemed lost for the Allied Powers until they came up with the daring D-Day Invasion.

Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower Is Going On Right Now

Outdoor Living May 6, 2025 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

There’s nothing like sitting outside at night in the spring and looking for shooting stars. From now until May 27th, you can see the Eta Aquarids meteor shower.