Britain Alone

In the dark days of 1940, Britain and the Commonwealth stood very much alone against the Axis powers.

The darkest period in England's history was also her finest hour as millions of Britons came together to 'do their bit' for the war effort.

Royal Mail comes out with a special issue on May 13, 2010 to honor those fine people whom the country owe so much.

Vote Casted

Today is a historic day for us Filipinos. This is the first time that our elections will be fully automated.

The country will be voting for the next president, vice president, senators, congressmen, partylist, governor, vice governor, provincial board members, mayor, vice mayor and councilors.

As usual, together with my wife and siblings, we went early to the polling precint at the Subangdaku Elementary School. Long time ago, my great grandfather, Isidro Velasquez donated one half of the lot where the school now stands that's why our houses are just adjacent to the school.

We left at 7:00 AM and arrived at our precint 5 minutes later but had to wait for almost 45 minutes. After casting my vote, there was a feeling of apprehension whether the Print Count Optical Scan (PICOS) machine would accept my vote. After waiting for a few seconds, I was glad that the machine confirmed my vote was successful.

It is my belief that my vote will bring Senator Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino to the presidency. We need a new leader who will eradicate corruption and bring prosperity and unity to the Philippines.

The stamp above features the 50th anniversary of Woman Suffrage in the Philippines released on December 7, 1983.

Model T Ford Sets

The Isle of Man features the Model T Ford in a stamp issue released on May 7, 2010. The issue is timed to coincide with the 50th Anniversary Tour when the Isle of Man branch of the club will host the event.

With specially-commissioned images from local motorsport artist Peter Hearsey this 6 stamp issue features the once ubiquitous Model T in its many guises.

The Model T Ford Register of Great Britain is dedicated to providing its members with rallies, new and used spares supplies, technical advice, historical research and social events involving Model T Fords.

Russia Releases Stamp Featuring Children's Books

Russia Post releases today a stamp for Europa 2010 featuring Children's Books. The stamp depicts a boy reading children's books.

The stamp valued at 10.50 rubble is designed by A. Butov.

Europa 2010's theme is "Children's Books" and countries all over Europe are set to issue stamps on this subject.

One Planet One Ocean

The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) celebrates its fiftieth anniversary this year starting on June 8 and will coincide with the World Oceans Day.

Founded in 1960, the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO aims to promote international cooperation and to coordinate programmes in research, services and capacity-building, in order to learn more about the nature and resources of the ocean and coastal areas and to apply the knowledge gained to the improved management, sustainable development and protection of the marine environment, and to assist the decision making processes of its 136 member States.

To commemorate the occasion, the United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) will issue on May 6, 2010 six se-tenant mini-sheets of four stamps each (for a total of 24 commemorative stamps) on the theme "One Planet, One Ocean".

On the release date of the stamps, UNPA will also issue three prestige booklets.

The Centennial of the Canadian Navy

The men and women of Canada's naval forces have stood their guard at sea for the past century. They serve to protect the country from threats of terrorism, illegal resource exploitation, pollution violation, narcotics trafficking and illegal immigration. On board the navy's warships, they defend Canada's interests in home waters and around the world.

To celebrate the navy's 100th anniversary, Canada Post issues on May 4, 2010 two commemorative stamps.

Expo 2010 Shanghai China Opens Today

Expo 2010 Shanghai China opens today until October 31, 2010 on the banks of the Huangpu River in the city of Shanghai, China.

The theme of the exposition is "Better City, Better Life" and signifies Shanghai's new status as the next great city in the world.

Considered as the largest World's Fair site ever at 5.28 square km, the Expo has attracted 227 countries and numerous international organizations and all have registered to participate.

Around 100 foreign leaders and millions of people from across the globe are expected to come and visit the World Expo. Various countries are expected to issue stamps to highlight the event.

Photo above shows New Zealand's Expo 2010 Shanghai China stamps released on April 30, 2010.