Columbus, OH

Los Angeles, CA

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San Francisco, CA

Golden Gate Media

As Labor Day weekend approaches, California airports are preparing for a significant surge in travelers, with flight bookings up 26% compared to last year, according to data from the travel-organizing app TripIt. San Francisco International (SFO) and Los Angeles International (LAX) are expected to be among the busiest in the nation on Friday, August 30, the peak travel day of the holiday weekend.

Two California airports will be among nation’s busiest during Labor Day holiday travel weekend

Fox Business

Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary said in a recent interview that airports should institute a two-drink limit on alcoholic beverages for flyers.

Airline CEO wants airports to cap passengers at 2 alcoholic drinks to limit on-board disruptions

Fox News

Here are some of the top tricks and tips for a stress-free Labor Day weekend travel experience, including the best and worst times to drive before and after the holiday.

This is the worst day and time for Labor Day travel for the holiday weekend

ABC News

Millions of Americans are gearing up to head to the airport or hit the highway for the last long weekend of summer.

Labor Day traffic and travel: Best and worst times to drive and fly

PBS NewsHour

Airports, highways, beaches and theme parks are expected to be packed across the U.S. this Labor Day weekend as a lot Americans mark the unofficial end of summer the same way they celebrated the season's unofficial start: by traveling.

Where, when and how travelers are packing airports and highways for Labor Day weekend

Whether we're talking about a short layover or a long layover, most people tend not to love having their travel plans delayed — no matter how much overbooked flight compensation cash an airline might offer for the trouble. But depending on the crowds, service, and food offerings at the airport you happen to find yourself stuck at, some layovers can be much worse than others. When you're stuck hanging around a terminal for an extra four hours, a good coffee shop and decent seating can go a long way in terms of misery mitigation.

The Absolute Worst Airports For Layovers In The US, According To Research

Orlando, FL

Flights to Orlando Airport are up this year according to Visit Orlando, however, one airline is ending a non-stop service to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Many people opt to fly into Orlando International Airport for their Disney World vacation. The airport is under an hour away from the theme parks and offers many airlines to get you there. But now when travel is up, one airline is canceling a route.

A POPULAR Airline Announced It Is Ending Flights to Orlando International Airport

The US Sun

AT least six people have died and dozens more are fighting for their lives after drinking ‘rotgut’ booze infused with toxic chemicals at a holiday hotspot. The victims allegedly bought the moonshine spiked with methanol and isopropanol from street stalls in Bangkok, Thailand. Soon after, they began suffering dizziness, breathing difficulties, and vomiting –  telltale […]

Six dead and 37 fighting for life in hospital after guzzling fake ‘rotgut’ booze in holiday hotspot

Distractify

The college experience seems to have lost its way over the years. A few decades ago, someone could work an entire summer while living with their parents, save their money, and be able to afford a whole year's worth of tuition.Now, folks are going into debt forever, and the US' collective student loan debt stands at a staggering $1.753 trillion.With no caps on student loan amounts, universities are letting 18-year-olds sign their lives away for tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt.And if it's a debt you've incurred with FAFSA, you're going to need to get special...

College Parent Drives to Dorm After Son Complains Roommate Is Bringing Girls Over

Las Vegas, NV

Travel + Leisure

Allegiant's Latest Batch of Airfare Deals Include Flights to Florida, Las Vegas, and More for Under $50

New York Post

Cruise passengers waiting to set sail on a round-the-world voyage have been left stranded for a staggering three months in Northern Ireland after a slew of infrastructure issues plagued the luxury liner.

The Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey ship had been scheduled to depart Belfast back on May 30 for the first leg of a three-year cruise before problems were detected with its rudders and gearbox, BBC News reported. 

The delays have meant some passengers have spent months living on the docked cruise ship — with no sail date in sight. 



Dr. David Austin, who sold his house in Georgia to set...

Cruise passengers stranded in Ireland for three months after planning dream trip to sail the world

NewsNinja

‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

Prince Harry‘s redemption arc always seems to take one step forward and then two steps back. While some do support the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s decision to quit the Royal life in 2020 — that includes most Canadians, apparently — many, particularly in the U.K., view it as a betrayal of Harry’s family. Not least his father, King Charles.

Prince Harry accidentally steals King Charles’ thunder on all-important day even as he secretly tries to mend broken Royal family relationship

Security at the airport is a fickle dance. Shoes, jackets, and belts off! Check your pockets! Electronics out? Yes? No! Electronics back in your bags. Place your 3.4-ounce liquids in their clear, quart-sized bag in a bin! And so on and so forth. It’s like a game where the rules are always changing. And some airports make this experience much worse than others.

The Worst TSA Experience in the U.S. Is at This East Coast Airport

Sometimes you need an infusion of miles or points to your membership account for whatever reason — perhaps to have enough to redeem for a limited time award as one example — and the best time to purchase or gift miles or points is when they are on sale, as with this miles and points on sale for Friday, August 30 2024.

Miles and Points On Sale — August 30 2024

There are countless hidden forces that affect how we behave, the choices that we make, and the general shape of our lives. On this episode, we take a deep dive into some of those forces. We hear stories about mirroring and how it affects our interactions, whether implicit bias trainings actually work, and how hierarchies influence productivity.

The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Behavior

Hawaii State

Max needs help keeping his junker going in Hawaii. John has to tell his Honda mechanic in the most tactful way possible that he's incompetent and Jill and her Ford have to rely on the oracles 'Clickus' and 'Clackus' to appeal to the God of thermostats on this episode of the Best of Car Talk.

#2470: The God of Thermostats

Insider

Travel expert Gilbert Ott names the best and worst airports for morning flights based on location, hotels, and food options.

The best and worst airports to have an early morning flight, according to a travel expert who flies 200,000 miles a year

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Delta Just Discounted Flights to Europe, Japan, and Australia — When to Book

NewsBreak

Over 17 million airline passengers head out for the busiest Labor Day weekend ever

This summer's record-breaking travel season is not over yet. This Labor Day weekend is expected to be the busiest ever for the holiday at airports —...

Over 17 million airline passengers head out for the busiest Labor Day weekend ever

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