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“We can’t even send our loved ones cards”: An American in France says she’s unable to send letters home to the USA

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Ljeonida Mulabazi

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Are USPS mail carriers consistently lured with cash on their routes as a test? TikTokers push longtime rumor

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‘Wait WHAT’: Mail worker shares warning for people who send out Christmas cards

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

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‘That’s the new tenant’s problem‘: Renter says most of his mail is for previous tenants. What can he do about it?

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‘That’s dangerous’: Mechanic works on mailman’s car. She can’t believe what’s attached to his steering wheel

Rachel Cohen is a trending intern for the Daily Dot. She is currently a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she studies journalism with certificates in sports communications and digital studies.

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USPS customer issues warning to people sending letters with a wax seal

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‘I had no idea’: USPS customer issues warning to people sending letters with a wax seal

Stacy Fernández is a freelance writer, project manager and communications specialist. She’s worked at The Texas Tribune, The Dallas Morning News and run social for The Education Trust New York. Her favorite hobby is finding hidden gems at the thrift store, she loves a good audio book and is a chocolate enthusiast.

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Woman says she accidentally consumed over 1,000 calories simply by licking envelopes

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‘What a waste of calories’: Woman says she accidentally consumed over 1,000 calories simply by licking envelopes. Are envelope-licking calories actually a thing?

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

Amazon delivery driver issues PSA to customers who ask them to leave packages in mailbox

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‘I can leave it right there though’: Amazon delivery driver issues PSA to customers who ask them to leave packages in mailbox

Mailman blasts customers who look confused when they receive packages addressed to them

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‘Take it and shut up’: Mailman blasts customers who look confused when they receive packages addressed to them

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‘Tell me youre in maga country without telling me’: USPS worker refuses service to woman submitting absentee ballot

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