On the same day that United Airlines, along with most of the rest of the aviation industry, was still suffering from the crippling effects of a global IT outage, the airline sent out a new sickness policy to its flight attendants, threatening them with termination if they are sick on a weekend.

United Airlines Flight Attendants Threatened With Termination if They Go Sick at the Weekend in New ‘Reprehensible’ Sickness Policy

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DALLAS – Big changes are coming to Southwest Airlines.The Dallas-based airline announced Thursday it is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options. The airline said the changes are the next step in a "continuing strategic transformation" and are designed to "elevate the customer experience." According to research conducted by Southwest, 80% of customers and 86% of potential customers said they prefer an assigned seat. In addition to assigning seats, Southwest will offer premium, extended legroom portions of plane cabins. One-third of seats will offer the extended option.Southwest will sell tickets...

Southwest Airlines ends open seating, introduces red-eye flights

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The team at FinanceBuzz analyzed which airlines have the most Boeing planes in their fleets to help anxious fliers.

5 Best Airlines If You're Afraid of Flying on a Boeing (And Which Ones to Avoid)

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by waynekask | Mar 31, 2024 | Blog, Travel Tips | 0 comments. Wayne is a travel blogger and creator of Always on the Shore. He loves to write about the best attractions, restaurants, and resorts in Florida and the southeastern U.S. When he is not writing, he is running outdoors, spending time with family, or planning his next trip.

United Airlines: Pros and Cons of Flying in 2024

Miami, FL

I travel to 20+ countries a year sharing my firsthand knowledge of reward travel, travel credit card deals, travel tips and more. A friend recently asked me if there really are as many passengers acting up as we used to see in the days immediately post-pandemic. I told her that fortunately, I haven’t personally seen any unruly passengers on a plane but I have witnessed an incident at Miami International Airport (MIA), which I’ll elaborate on down below.

‘Aggressive and disruptive’ United Airlines passenger zip-tied after biting off piece of flight attendant’s uniform

New York City, NY

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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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OC spray, better known as pepper spray, could be your ticket to protecting yourself as a driver. 
The post Is it illegal to keep OC Spray in your car? appeared first on MotorBiscuit.

Is it illegal to keep OC Spray in your car?

It’s a big day for Southwest. Not only has the airline announced plans to introduce assigned and premium seating, but the airline is also adding redeye flights. This is long overdue, and the news coincides with the carrier’s Q2 2024 financial results. Southwest will operate redeyes as of...

Southwest Airlines Redeye Flights Coming… Finally!

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

But back in the middle of the 20th century, air travel was a luxurious affair. Passengers got dressed up, seats were padded and roomy, and meals were served on trays, with cocktails in crystal glasses. That glamorous vision of air travel of yesteryear was thanks primarily to Pan American World...

A Famous Bygone Airline Is Returning to the Skies in 2025

Lake Mary, FL

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If you're a fan of hearty breakfasts and brunches in Florida, you might have had Keke’s Cafe on your radar. Known for its generous portions and friendly service, Keke’s has been a go-to spot for many. However, the Lake Mary location recently hit a bump in the road, resulting in a temporary shutdown following a state inspection that uncovered 15 violations.

Breakfast Eatery Closed in Florida for Roaches, Dirty Hands, and Cold Foods Over 41 Degrees

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Costco Wholesale is installing membership scanners at the entrances of all of its locations to discourage non-members from shopping at the stores. Soon, instead of flashing their cards at employees, Costco members will be required to scan them as they are entering, the retailer said."Over the coming months, membership scanning devices will be used at the entrance door of your local warehouse. Once deployed, prior to entering, all members must scan their physical or digital membership card," the retailer stated on its customer service page. Guests must also be accompanied by a valid member in order to enter a store, Costco added.The discount...

Costco to start scanning membership cards at entrance of all its stores

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And an expert trick for masking any odors

Flight Attendant Reveals the Best Times to Visit the Airplane Restroom

Orlando, FL

Another major airline is ceasing flights into Orlando International Airport, which will send ripples through hundreds of future Walt Disney World vacations. Airlines Continue To Cease Operations Into Orlando International Airport, Severally Impacting Future Disney World Travels. This summer has not been favorable for folks wanting to fly into Orlando...

Major Airlines Continue To Cease Flights to Orlando, Countless Disney Getaways To Face Consequences

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I moved from the US to South Korea to teach English and escape my high cost of living while paying off student loans. My life is better here.

I moved to South Korea to save money for a year. When I returned to the US, I hated it and ran back to Asia.

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West Palm Beach, FL

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There are many reasons that Floridians may want to fly out of Florida - for business, for pleasure, or to visit family and friends. Whatever the reason, there will be some new flight offerings in the coming months, as well as a couple of deep discounts that could theoretically make flying cheaper than driving. Let's have a look:

New Budget Flights To And From FL & A Promotion For Existing Flights Starting At $19

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IndiGo Airlines, India’s largest low-cost carrier, has announced a new feature that allows women passengers to view the gender of their potential seatmates during the web check-in process. With this new policy going into effect in August 2024, IndiGo hopes to make its more than 2,000 daily domestic and international flights a safer and more comfortable place for women. The new system will display seats occupied by female passengers in pink on the seating chart during online check-in.

Airline Introduces Gender-Based Seating: Safer Travel Or Controversial Move?

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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Uncovering Florida

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

Southwest Airlines has a history of doing things differently. There was open seating, where passengers rushed to reserve the best spots. Jovial presentations from flight attendants lightened the mood before long flights. When it came to viewing and booking flights, there was only one option for leisure travelers: visiting the carrier’s website.

You can now search for Southwest flights on Kayak

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United Airlines changes a policy for Basic Economy tickets

Sometimes, you just want to get where you’re going, without any frills or upgrades. That can mean the lowest fare, no extra amenities, and barely any...

United Airlines changes a policy for Basic Economy tickets

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