The cost of sending a letter in the United States will
increase a penny, to 46 cents, as of January 27, according to the U.S. Postal
Service. Postcard stamps will also go up one cent to 33 cents. Rates will also
increase for Priority Mail and other services (including the cost of mailing
magazines), subject to final approval by the Postal Regulatory Commission. The
Postal Service will also be introducing a "forever stamp" for
international postage, at a new rate of $1.10/ounce for all overseas
destinations. For more information, see <http://pe.usps.com>.