As a professional travel writer and all-around wanderluster, it seems like I'm always in a state of packing and unpacking for a flight. I log dozens of flights and many thousands of miles in the air each year for both work and leisure. Off the bat, here's a pro tip...

9 Things You Should Always Carry On A Plane, According To A Frequent Flier

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Prince William isn’t coming across in the best light in Robert Jobson’s bombshell new book Catherine, The Princess of Wales: A Biography of the Future Queen. 
Not only has it been revealed that the Prince of Wales spoke to the late Queen ...

Meghan Markle Reportedly Told Prince William To 'Take Your Finger Out Of My Face' During Heated Conversation About Kate Middleton, New Book Claims

A Delta Air Lines gate agent announced a proactive approach to dealing with people who try to board the plane before their assigned boarding zone is called. Heard something at the gate in (New York-LaGuardia Airport) this morning. Gate agent was starting the boarding process and stated that if anyone tried to board before their zone was called, their bag would be automatically checked to their destination. I think this is an excellent idea to become policy (if it’s not already a policy that is not being enforced)

Delta Gate Agent Announces Great Punishment for Line Jumpers

Dallas, TX

The Boot

With all of the airline woes as of late, traveling in America via plane seems to be getting harder and harder. Imagine getting all packed up, driving to the airport, parking your car, getting past security, getting to the gate, then anxiously awaiting to board your flight only to see the pilot walk past you in handcuffs.

Frontier Flight to Dallas Canceled, Pilot Arrested Right Before Takeoff

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This Easy Hack Lets You Fly From the U.S. to Europe in Business Class for Less Than $1,000

Time Out

Where do you stand (or rather sit) on window versus aisle? Do you choose a seat near the front of the plane or the rear? A new study by Upgraded Points reveals the airplane seats that Americans scramble to secure. The study reveals not only the most sought-after seats on a plane, but the reasons behind the choices, offering some insight when you book your next flight.

Revealed: the most sought-after airplane seats

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An American Airlines flight from Dallas Fort Worth to Madrid was forced to make an emergency diversion to New York JFK on Wednesday after one of the onboard toilets started to overflow during the main meal service. This is just the latest in a string of similar incidents at both...

It’s Happened Again: An American Airlines Flight Was Forced to Divert After a Lavatory Started Overflowing

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Herbie J Pilato

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Flying isn't getting any cheaper, and fees for checked baggage are on the rise again. Airlines are making money off baggage fees, so don't expect the charges to go away anytime soon. You'll have to work them into your travel budget, unless you can find an alternative. American Airlines hiked...

Traveling This Summer? Here's How to Avoid Airline Baggage Fees

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

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No one is safe from unexpected changes to travel plans. Read on to see how I coped with a last-minute cancellation.

My Flight to Europe Was Canceled 3 Minutes Before I Left for the Airport. Here's What Happened Next

Why Do Airlines Overbook Flights — and What to Do If You Get Bumped

There are loads of factors that can make a flight unbearable: long delays, a lack of legroom, even sitting next to someone you don’t want to. But having to make do with a claggy microwaved meal can make that long-haul journey feel ten times longer. In-flight meals have got...

Revealed: the airlines with the best in-flight food

Cooking With Maryann

Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

Delicious Crab Cakes!

San Francisco, CA

Salt Lake City, UT

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There is a lot of bad news surrounding the airline industry lately. With rates jacked up, planes suffering gear issues and some airlines still trying to get back to normal after a major data outage, it hasn't been fun to think about flying. But the last thing you want to...

Alaska Airlines Flight In-Air Emergency: Pilot Announces ‘I’m Not Qualified to Land This Flight’

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The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

The flavor combos in this will blow your mind! At only 20 minutes from start to finish, that's a dinner winner in my book! Here's all you'll need to make it (4 servings):. 1 Tbl light soy sauce (I like Shoyu)

Garlic Shrimp with Browned Butter Honey Sauce

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How to Prep Your Phone for a Long-Haul Flight

Most of the time, you don’t have to worry about whether or not your phone can get online, but long-haul flights remain one of those scenarios...

How to Prep Your Phone for a Long-Haul Flight

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