Senate panel rips airlines over rising ‘junk’ fees

Spain fines budget airlines $179m and wants ban on hand luggage charges

The government says charging for hand luggage and printing boarding passes at the airport are "abusive practices".

How Southwest Airlines Lost Its Groove

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TSMC on alert and Singapore on the rise

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Is US inflation on the rise?

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World - Financial Times - November 10

The silent majority rises

America was becoming polarized, and Republicans were able time and again to call upon their silent majority to deliver them victory.

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Veteran-Owned Businesses Are on the Rise

More veterans started businesses last year, according to a recent report — and in one sector in particular.

Business - Inc. - November 11

US inflation rises to 2.6%

October figure comes as Federal Reserve debates how quickly to lower interest rates

Business - Financial Times - November 13

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Politics - The Hill - November 14

Why UFO sightings are on the rise

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Politics - The Hill - November 14

Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?

The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.

The Rise of Soccer’s ‘Arrival Fits’

Following in the footsteps of U.S. sports, European soccer clubs are platforming their players’ most creative outfits.

Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Republicans Clinch Control of the Senate

After picking up seats in West Virginia, Ohio and Montana and winning an unexpectedly close race in Nebraska, the G.O.P. sealed a majority. Tight races in swing states will determine their margin.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Republicans capture Senate majority

Republicans on Tuesday captured the Senate, Decision Desk HQ projects, ending their painful four-year stretch in the minority. The victories come as a welcome relief to Republican senators after ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Republicans won the Senate

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Airlines now required to provide automatic refunds for canceled, significantly delayed flights

U.S. airlines are now required to give passengers an automatic refund for canceled or significantly delayed flights and for services that were paid for but not provided, like Wi-Fi or ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

Airline Rule Requiring Automatic Refunds for Significant Flight Disruptions Goes Into Effect

The Transportation Department’s new rule also sets the definition for what constitutes a “significant” delay in air travel.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

United Airlines Makes MileagePlus Loyalty Perks Harder to Get

Carriers have increased requirements for passengers to improve their standing in programs in recent years.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

What to know about new airline refund rule for delays and changes

With the holidays approaching, travelers now have the right to automatic refunds if flights are canceled or face major delays. New rules also cover flight changes and baggage delays. Kris Van ...

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