[84porsche]

Well I see plenty of ideas here (hmmm). Actually here are a couple of things for you to try.

1) Determine where the problem might be (ISP or local software)?

Can you get on the internet? Do you have an alternate way to check mail? Try a freeware program such as mailwasher or eudora (if they are still around).

2) If you can check your mail and you know it is Outlook Express, then go under Tools, Email Accounts and re-setup your information (possibility of corruption) see if you can get your mail then. Double check your POP settings with your ISP - their may have changed their access information.

3) If all else fails, remove and reinstall Outlook Express. Be sure to back up your mail before. If you need help with that - just post and I will explain.