USA: 60th U.S. Presidential Inauguration (January 20, 2025)

The 60th presidential inauguration took place on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The ceremony included the swearing-in of the president and vice president, as well as performances and speeches that reflected the political and social atmosphere of the time. However, the new president’s rise to power is not without controversy. While some see his leadership as a chance for change, others believe his approach is driven more by a desire to weaken political opponents and push through his agenda without compromise than by a focus on national unity. Critics also point out the contradiction in his public image: though he presents himself as a fighter for working-class Americans, he is a billionaire with deep ties to the elite circles he claims to oppose.

Stamps:

Special Delivery stamps - Issued: 21-11-1969

 

Many thanks to Yan!

Latvia: 500 Years of Latvian Books

To mark the 500th Anniversary of the first book printed in the Latvian language, Latvijas Pasts, in cooperation with the National Library of Latvia (NLL), has issued a special commemorative stamp titled “500 Years of Latvian Books”. The stamp has been released in a limited edition of 20,000 copies and has a face value of EUR 2.54, which corresponds to the postage rate for letters up to 20 grams sent to countries within the European Economic Area.

Stamp:

500 Years of Latvian Books - Issued: 03-04-2025

Many thanks to Vera!

Germany: The First Live Radio Broadcast of a Football Match in Germany - Preußen Münster vs. Arminia Bielefeld

The first live radio broadcast of a football match in Germany took place on October 1, 1925. The game featured Preußen Münster and Arminia Bielefeld, two clubs from the Westphalia region. It was aired by Westdeutsche Funkstunde (WEFAG), a regional radio station based in Münster. The Cover below commemorates this Occasion. By the way, Arminia Bielefeld won 0:5.  Now, almost 100 years later, Arminia Bielefeld has reached the DFB-Pokal final for the first time in the club’s history. The match will be on Saturday, May 24th against VfB Stuttgart.

 Stamps:

UEFA EURO 2024 - Issued: 06-06-2024

Definitives "World of Letters" - Issued: 02-11-2022

Liechtenstein: "150 years of the Vorarlberg Fire Brigade Association" - Special Mail Transport Vaduz-Hohenems

In 2025, the Vorarlberg Fire Brigade Association celebrates its 150th Anniversary. To commemorate this historic occasion, a special philatelic event has been organized on May 3rd 2025: a ceremonial mail transport between Vaduz, Liechtenstein, and Hohenems, Austria. This cross-border special mail transport is not only symbolic of the strong ties between the neighboring regions of Liechtenstein and Vorarlberg but also pays homage to the spirit of unity and collaboration that has defined the fire brigades over the last century and a half. Hohenems in Austria has been choosen because the stamp exhibition "ÖVEBRIA" took place there. An arrival psotmark was applied on the back of the cover.

Stamps:

Greeting Stamps (from a set of 2) (FL) - Issued: 05-03-2001

Fire engines (from a set of 10) (FL) - Issued: 00-00-2024

Juniperus communis (AT) - Issued: 01-05-2025

Slovenia: Peter Prevc - World Ski Flying Champion 2016

Peter Prevc is a renowned Slovenian ski jumper, widely recognized for his achievements in international ski jumping competitions. Born on September 20, 1992, in Kranj, Slovenia, Prevc has become one of the most successful ski jumpers in the history of the sport. Prevc rose to fame during the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup seasons, with his most dominant performance in the 2015–16 season, where he won the overall World Cup title, the prestigious Four Hills Tournament, and the Ski Flying World Championship. 

Stamp:

Peter Prevc - World Ski Flying Champion 2016 - Issued: 06-05-2016

Many thanks to Slavica!

South Korea: Dinosaur World Expo, Goseong

Stamps:

Dinosaur World Expo, Goseong - Self-Adhesive (full set) - Issued: 14-04-2006

Many thanks Choonjong!

Italy: The 50th Anniversary of the First "Scudetto" of S.S. Lazio

In 2024, S.S. (Società Sportiva) Lazio celebrated the 50th anniversary of winning their first Serie A title in 1974. This historic achievement marked a golden moment in the club’s history and remains a proud symbol for Lazio fans around the world. 

Stamp:

The 50th Anniversary of the First "Scudetto" of S.S. Lazio    - Issued: 12-05-2024

Many thanks for this nice Cover Marcello!

Malaysia: International Women's Day

Every year on March 8th, the world celebrate International Women’s Day, a global occasion to recognize the achievements of women and to advocate for gender equality. The national malaysian theme of this year’s International Women’s Day celebration is "Wanita Beraspirasi, Membina Legasi", which means "Women with aspirations, build legacies".

Stamps:

International Women's Day (full set) - Issued: 08-03-2025

Many thanks Henry for this nice FDC!