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(Reuters) -Australia's Qantas will cut former CEO Alan Joyce's fiscal 2023 pay through his long- and short-term incentives, the embattled airline said on Thursday, as it attempts to restore trust among investors and fix its reputation. Joyce, who retired in September 2023, took home A$21.4 million in the 2023 financial...

Qantas' Board Decides to Cut Former CEO Alan Joyce's 2023 Pay

The disgraced ex-chief executive of Australian flag carrier Qantas has had AU $9.26 million wiped from his pre-departure annual bonus after the airline’s board concluded that Joyce and other members of his management team made a series of mistakes that resulted in “significant reputational and customer service issues”.

Former Qantas Boss Alan Joyce Has $9.26 Million Wiped From Bonus After Airline Says His Mistakes Led to “Significant Reputational” Problems

Reuters

(Reuters) -Australia's Qantas said it was cutting its former CEO's exit bonuses by A$9.3 million ($6 million) after an external review found him responsible for measures alienating travellers, employees and shareholders in the COVID era and beyond.

Qantas slashes former CEO's exit pay after damning governance report

San Francisco, CA

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Thomas Smith

After an intensive, 18-month process, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has launched a new logo. The airport’s long-standing “flight lines” logo that has been in use for 24 years. This change underscores the airport’s commitment to modernization and enhancing the passenger experience, while celebrating the city’s rich history and innovative spirit, according to a press release.

SFO Airport Changed Its Logo After 24 Years, And Locals Are Mad

Business Insider

"We're looking to make certain we get compensated — however they decide to — for what they cost us," Ed Bastian said in a CNBC interview.

Delta CEO says IT outage cost the airline $500 million, and it has 'no choice' but to seek damages from CrowdStrike

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

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Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

It's been five years since the tragic death of acclaimed actor René Auberjonois at 79 from metastatic lung cancer in 2009. René Auberjonois was known for several heralded television performances on shows such as Benson, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and Boston Legal.

The Tragic Death of TV's Beloved 'Star Trek' and 'Benson' Actor René Auberjonois: Five Years Later

My birthday turned out to be a rather pathetic comedy of errors at London Heathrow, though I learned a bit in the process and can only really laugh about it at this point. My family is on our summer holiday in Europe and we began with a few days in London, where my sister-in-law has a lovely home. London is a city I love and we greatly enjoyed the time there.

My Mildly Pathetic Birthday At London Heathrow…

Dorothy Dandridge was one of Hollywood’s first Black sex symbols and the first black actress to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress. Around 1930, Dandridge relocated to Los Angeles, California, with her family. A few years later she found success with her new musical group, the Dandridge Sisters, which included sister Vivian and their friend Etta Jones. The group landed gigs at the famous Cotton Club in Harlem and performed with top acts such as the Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra and Cab Calloway. As an African American singer, Dandridge confronted early on the segregation and racism of the entertainment industry. She may have been allowed on stage, but in some venues, she couldn't eat in the restaurant or use certain facilities because of the color of her skin."

The Groundbreaking, yet Tragic Life and Career of African-American Actress Dorothy Dandridge

CBS Detroit

Delta Air Lines passengers whose flights were affected by the CrowdStrike tech outage last month filed a lawsuit against the airline this week over its alleged failure to quickly restore flight operations. Delta canceled thousands of flights in the days following the July 19 outage, with its woes dragging on for much longer than other airlines'. On July 22, Delta canceled more than 1,250 flights — far more than any other airline and accounting for roughly 70% of all flights within, into or from the U.S., according to flight-tracking website FlightAware. Even Delta CEO Ed Bastian himself acknowledged in a memo that...

Delta passengers file lawsuit against airline over CrowdStrike outage

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Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

New York City, NY

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I flew business-class for the first time with Dutch airline KLM. From the free gift to the selection of food, it was worth the money.

I flew business class for the first time with KLM. My 7-hour flight with the Dutch airline even ended with an amazing free gift.

Morristown, NJ

Morristown Minute

JERSEY CITY – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) have issued a Notice of Violation to Let’s Celebrate Urban Renewal, LLC, the owner of a six-story apartment building at 503 Garfield Avenue. The building's sole elevator has been out of service since November 2023, allegedly denying residents with disabilities equal access to their homes.

Apartment Building Denies Disabled Access, Faces Legal Action

The Independent

August has begun with severe disruption for many airline passengers. Thousands of travellers have had their flights cancelled as airlines battle with storms across Europe and air-traffic control restrictions.At least 60 British Airways flights have been cancelled on Friday, following severe disruption on Thursday. Up to 10,000 BA passengers are affected, with multiple departures from London Heathrow to Toulouse and Milan among the dozens of cancellations.To and from London City airport, British Airways has grounded flights serving  Palma, Glasgow and Berlin, while the BA cancellations at Gatwick include long flights to Agadir and Heraklion in Crete.Under air passengers’ rights...

Mass flight cancellations and diversions mar start of peak month for airline passengers

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Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. With around 270,000 homes and businesses still without power in the Houston area almost a week after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott on Sunday said he’s demanding an investigation into the response of the utility that serves the area as well as answers about its preparations for upcoming storms.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Demands Answers as Customers Remain Without Power After Beryl.

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Collingswood, NJ

CAMDEN, N.J. – Ralston Boswell, 34, of Collingswood, New Jersey, has admitted to participating in schemes to fraudulently obtain Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and unemployment insurance benefits. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Plea: Man's PPP & Unemployment Fraud - $209K Scam

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Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

NEWARK, N.J. – Sixteen individuals have been charged in connection with a widespread "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

16 Charged in Nationwide 'Grandparent Scam'; Millions Stolen

TheStreet

In 2023, United’s pilots agreed to a 40% cumulative pay increase, but Boeing-related furloughs and a hiring freeze took effect in 2024. Here's how much United's pilots make now.

An in-depth look at United Airlines' pilot salaries: How much they make in 2024, the details behind their latest contract, and what's going on with Boeing-related pilot hiring freezes and furloughs

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Qantas Board Slashes Ex-CEO Alan Joyce’s Final Pay by $6 Million Over Leadership Failures

The board of Qantas has decided to reduce former CEO Alan Joyce’s final remuneration by over $6 million, citing significant damage to the airline’s reputation due...

Qantas Board Slashes Ex-CEO Alan Joyce’s Final Pay by $6 Million Over Leadership Failures

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