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CVS strikes deal with activist Glenview Capital for four board seats
CVS Health announced on Monday that it struck a deal with investor Glenview Capital for four board seats.Business - CNBC - November 18 -
Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus evaluating preseason hot seats
How high did the Eagles rise and how far did the Chiefs fall in our Week 12 Power Rankings?Sports - ESPN - November 20 -
Begich Defeats Peltola in Alaska, Flipping House Seat for Republicans
The G.O.P. united behind Nick Begich III, the conservative son of a prominent liberal Alaska political family, to beat Representative Mary Peltola, a Democrat.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Could Matt Gaetz decide to keep his House seat? It's complicated
Gaetz resigned from the current Congress, but he was re-elected in November to represent his Florida district. That raises the question: Could he return in January?Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Trump urges Florida official to run in special election to fill Gaetz's seat
President-elect Trump urged Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis to run in the special election for former Rep. Matt Gaetz’s (R) seat in Florida’s 1st Congressional District on Monday. ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Over 18,000 sign up for Supreme Court seats and federal judgeships in Mexico
Over 18,000 people have registered online for Supreme Court seats and federal judgeships in Mexico, with a random drawing deciding the final candidates.Top stories - NBC News - Yesterday -
Trump-backed Florida official resigns, announces run for Gaetz seat
Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis resigned from his position and announced his candidacy for former Rep. Matt Gaetz's (R-Fla.) seat in the 1st Congressional District on Monday. In a ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Florida Republican launches bid for Waltz's seat after Trump endorsement
Florida state Sen. Randy Fine (R) announced his run for Rep. Mike Waltz’s (R-Fla.) congressional seat this week following President-elect Trump’s endorsement. “I’m proud to announce that I’m going ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
The N.F.L. General Managers Who Find Themselves on the Hot Seat
The Jets fired Joe Douglas last week. He is unlikely to be the last executive to lose his job this season, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - 5 hours ago -
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 -
Southwest Airlines Will Face Pilots’ Union Lawsuit Over Threats
The Dallas-based carrier will head to court over claims by pilots that it harassed a senior pilot involved in training other aviators.Business - Inc. - 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 ...Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
United Airlines raises spending requirements to earn frequent flyer status
United Airlines customers will have to spend and fly more to earn elite benefits next year.Business - CNBC - October 30 -
United Airlines raises spending requirements to earn frequent flyer status
United Airlines customers will have to spend more to reach frequent flyer status next year, the latest move by the carrier to increase profits and give an exclusive feel to the increasingly crowded ...Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
Spirit Airlines furloughs more pilots as part of efforts to cut costs
Spirit Airlines Inc. on Wednesday said it would furlough around 330 pilots early next year, the latest money-saving effort by the struggling discount carrier to stay afloat as it wrangles with ...Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
California inks sustainable aviation fuel deal with major airlines
California signed an agreement Wednesday with the country's leading passenger and cargo airlines to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuels across the state. The California Air Resources ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
United Airlines Passenger Repeatedly Punched Another Flier, Authorities Say
A man assaulted another passenger on a United Airlines flight on Monday in an attack that appeared to have been random, officials said.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
Singapore Airlines will add first class, revamp cabins for longest flights
Singapore Airlines will add a first class to its ultra-long-range aircraft and increase the number of business class seats in race for high-spending travelers.Business - CNBC - November 4 -
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Ben Baldanza, 62, Dies; Brought No-Frills Flying to Spirit Airlines
He introduced ticket prices that couldn’t be beat, but asked fliers to pay extra for nearly everything, including water, carry-ons and printed tickets.Business - The New York Times - November 10 -
Airlines halt flights to Haiti after plane hit by gunfire
Spirit Airlines flight heading from Florida to Port-au-Prince diverted to Dominican Republic after flight attendant was grazed by bullet, amid broader violence in Haiti’s capital. Haiti’s ...World - The Guardian - November 12
