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Spirit Airlines is introducing premium service for the first time, the famously low-cost carrier announced Tuesday. Why it matters: Spirit's new offerings are yet another acknowledgement by budget airlines that there's money to be made in higher fares with more creature comforts. Driving the news: Spirit will now offer four...

Even Spirit has premium fares now

Microsoft’s AI expenses caused it to spend more money than analysts expected in its fiscal fourth quarter. At the same time, its AI sales disappointed. Microsoft reported quarterly capital expenditures of $13.9 billion — 55% higher than the year before and $200 million higher than the $13.7 billion projected by analysts polled by FactSet. Sales in its Intelligent Cloud unit hit $28.7 billion, just below analysts’ expectations.

Microsoft stock is falling after an AI sales disappointment

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JetBlue executives unveiled a "refocused strategy" during the company's Tuesday earnings call that is designed to increase the carrier's profitability through a renewed focus on leisure operations, a change that already is affecting its network of business travel destinations. Dubbed JetForward, the plan is built on four pillars: providing reliable...

JetBlue Downplays Corp. Network in New Profit Strategy

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(Reuters) -JetBlue Airways on Tuesday posted a surprise second-quarter profit and deferred deliveries of 44 Airbus 321neo aircraft to 2030 and beyond as part of its efforts to drive up earnings.

JetBlue posts surprise profit, delays aircraft deliveries

McDonald’s is hoping it can get diners back with a new big burger it has dubbed the “Big Arch.”. The “Big Arch” includes two beef patties, layered melted cheese, “crispy” toppings, and a slab of McDonald’s tangy sauce, the chain’s CEO Chris Kempczinski told investors during an earnings call on Monday.

McDonald's is going bigger than a Big Mac

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A passenger onboard a JetBlue flight engaged in a heated argument with a mother and her teen son, accusing her of causing the delayed departure of the flight from JFK International Airport in New York. Knewz.com has learned that the fight broke out over a conundrum the woman faced involving her two infant children on […]

'Shut The F--- Up': JetBlue Airline Passenger Engages in Heated Argument with Mom, Teen Son over Delayed Flight

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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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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The airline is also cutting several routes across the country.

JetBlue Expands Service to Florida With New Routes to Fort Myers, Fort Lauderdale, and More

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In a bold move to elevate its brand and attract a broader range of travelers, Spirit Airlines announced a significant overhaul of its fare structure on Tuesday. Known for its budget-friendly approach, the Florida-based carrier is set to introduce new service packages that bundle various amenities previously offered à la carte. This strategic shift comes as Spirit grapples with challenges including a blocked takeover by JetBlue, engine recalls, and stiff competition in a saturated domestic market.

Spirit Airlines Revamps Services with Premium Perks to Compete with Larger Rivals

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Three of the most budget-friendly airlines in the U.S. generated the highest rate of passenger complaints, an analysis from the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) finds.Researchers at PIRG examined airline passenger complaint data released by the U.S. Department of Transportation last Friday to tally how many grievances submitted to the federal government last year were directed toward each major airline. Researchers also ranked the airlines based on the ratio of complaints each received per 100,000 passengers. Frontier Airlines topped the list for the highest complaint ratio, with 33 grievances for every 100,000 passengers. Spirit Airlines placed second with about 15 complaints,...

Number of passenger complaints continues to soar at these 3 airlines

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Emily Standley Allard

If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

A German competition authority on Monday gave Rivian the go-ahead to form a new joint venture with Volkswagen, which has been described by analysts as a “core game changer” for the electric truck maker. Suggested Reading. Germany’s Bundeskartellamt also approved Volkswagen’s move to acquire a $1 billion stake...

Rivian's stock nudges up after getting the green light for its $5 billion Volkswagen deal

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We love to keep you posted on all the latest travel news, tips, and discounts, especially when it comes to flying to Disney World and Orlando. In fact, if you’re planning on flying to Florida later this year, you won’t want to miss this news about new nonstop flights coming to the area!

A Budget Airline is Adding Several Nonstop Flights to Florida

--- Lee este artículo en español. Under the name “See you, summer”, the discounts will be available until next Thursday, August 1. Fares starting at $39 are for travel between Tuesday, Aug. 13 and Thursday, Sept. 26, it was reported. “This offer provides a wide selection...

JetBlue announces flights from $39

JetBlue's Latest Fare Sale Has $299 Flights to Europe — but You Have to Book Soon

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Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Apple’s reveal of its AI strategy in June has sparked excitement and confidence in investors. Apple shares, which lagged at the start of the year, have jumped over 12% since before the announcement of its suite of AI tools, Apple Intelligence, during the Worldwide Developers Conference. Suggested Reading. Apple...

Apple's AI plan is turning investors into chillers

New Zealand’s flag carrier has become the first major airline to officially back down from its short-term climate goals, citing delivery delays and the affordability of alternative jet fuels. Suggested Reading. Auckland-based Air New Zealand said it would remove its goal to reduce its carbon emissions by 28.9% by...

Air New Zealand is the first major carrier to back down from its climate goals

Meta may be cutting back on its metaverse dreams, but it’s striving for its AI goals at full speed. JPMorgan analyst Doug Anmuth said Meta’s company-wide costs could reach up to $50 billion in 2025, fueled by AI spending. Suggested Reading. The social media giant will reveal its...

Meta's AI costs are about to go through the roof

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JetBlue stock is soaring thanks to an unexpected profit

JetBlue Airways presented earnings Tuesday, and its stock is soaring because the numbers were better than expected. They weren’t good on their face — net income...

JetBlue stock is soaring thanks to an unexpected profit

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