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Australia's Capital Territory just became the first jurisdiction to completely eliminate stamp duty for first home buyers, regardless of income or property value. Starting July 2026, the change could save buyers tens of thousands of dollars.
Britain celebrates what would have been Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday with a special stamp collection honoring her seven decades of service and lifelong passions. The 12-stamp collection captures both historic moments and the more personal side of the beloved monarch.
Fashion icon Ralph Lauren partnered with the US Postal Service to create a special stamp collection celebrating America's 250th anniversary. The 13 stamps, unveiled at New York's historic Farley Post Office, feature images from Lauren's archive that capture the spirit of American ingenuity and craft.
An off-duty FDNY firefighter pulled a stranded driver from rising floodwaters on the Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens, showing how heroes never really clock out. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore praised the quick-thinking rescue during Friday's briefing. ---
A new triangle-shaped U.S. postage stamp honors Postcrossing, a pen pal project that has connected over 805,000 people across 200+ countries through 80 million handwritten postcards. It's only the fourth triangular stamp in U.S. history.
An artist who turned emails into handwritten letters for strangers now sits on the exclusive committee that decides what goes on American postage stamps. Better yet, anyone can submit ideas for future stamps.
A new museum exhibition in Costa Rica shows that pre-Columbian stamps weren't just decorative tools but an early form of visual communication that expressed identity, status, and belonging. Researchers studied over 300 stamps to decode what these ancient communities were saying through repeated patterns.
When floodwaters trapped a Brooklyn principal inside her submerged car, an off-duty firefighter used his bare fists to break through the sunroof and pull her to safety. Travis Langan never hesitated, even with his pregnant wife waiting at home.
When a utility worker suffered a severe electric shock in Revere, Massachusetts, an off-duty nurse happened to be nearby and rushed to help. Her quick action on February 28 may have saved his life.
When a dirt bike rider fled a crash scene in Hamilton, he didn't know an off-duty police officer was watching. What followed was a community effort that led to his arrest and the recovery of a stolen bike.
When a boat carrying nine people flipped on July 4th in Alvarado, Texas, an off-duty firefighter happened to be nearby and dove into action. He pulled three trapped children from beneath the vessel and revived two who weren't breathing.
An off-duty NYPD officer sprinted into action when he spotted a car running a red light in Brooklyn, pulling an unconscious driver to safety and performing CPR. His quick thinking didn't just save one life—it prevented a potential tragedy for everyone on that street.
A free app that helped thousands escape California's wildfires is now expanding to monitor floods across all 50 states. Watch Duty alerts people to disasters before official warnings, giving communities precious extra minutes to evacuate.
When a 3-year-old spotted smoke, his firefighter dad didn't hesitate to crash through a fence and rescue a neighbor with mobility issues from her burning home. Greg DeGreeff saved a life before the first fire truck even arrived.
When a kayaker capsized in choppy waters near Beacon, NY, an off-duty fire lieutenant didn't wait for backup. He jumped straight into the Hudson River and brought the struggling swimmer safely to shore.
France just made history by legally erasing the outdated idea that marriage includes a duty to have sex. The new law clarifies that consent in marriage matters just as much as it does everywhere else.
When a kayaker capsized in choppy Hudson River waters near Beacon, New York, an off-duty fire lieutenant didn't wait for backup. He jumped straight into the water and brought the struggling person safely to shore.
Fred Rogers' 2018 stamp swept a nationwide postal contest with over 500,000 votes, winning reissue by more than 40,000 votes. The beloved TV host who taught millions of children about kindness will grace envelopes again starting June 1.
When a sailboat capsized off the Scottish coast, an off-duty volunteer didn't wait for help to arrive. His split-second decision to launch a small rescue boat saved three lives in minutes.
A Pittsburgh high school student turned his passion for service into action by founding a nonprofit that gives back to active-duty military members. Collin Arthrell's organization is making a real difference for those who serve.
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