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SpaceX’s Dramatic Rocket Catch Brings Interplanetary Travel One Step Closer

By proving that its Super Heavy booster can return to Earth and land, SpaceX has moved closer to creating a reusable interplanetary transport system.

Tech - Wired - October 14

Travelers’ stock soars as earnings triple despite record catastrophe losses

ravelers’ stock surges toward another record after earnings beat expectations by a wide margin, amid a sharp improvement in underlying profitability.

Business - MarketWatch - October 17

Uber has discussed a bid for travel booking company Expedia

Uber has discussed a potential bid for the travel booking company Expedia, CNBC confirmed.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Democrats travel deep into Trump country in fight for prize state

No Democrat has won North Carolina since 2008, but polls show they have a chance - if they can beat Republicans on their home turf.

Amber warnings as Storm Ashley hits large parts of UK

Storm Ashley is expected to bring very high winds and rain, particularly affecting western areas on Sunday.

How hoax bomb threats are hurting air travel in India

An unprecedented surge in hoax bomb threats to Indian airlines is wreaking havoc on the industry.

What Harris and Trump's travel say about state of razor-thin race

Want to know where the 2024 race is being decided? Just look at where the two candidates are spending their time. With just two weeks left until Election Day, Vice President Harris and former ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Meta Bans Accounts That Track Celebrity Jet Travel, Including for Zuckerberg

The suspensions mirror decision Elon Musk made in 2022 to ban similar accounts on Twitter after he acquired the platform.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Treatment of Disabled Travelers Using Wheelchairs

The Transportation Department issued the fine after an investigation revealed “cases of unsafe physical assistance that at times resulted in injuries and undignified treatment of wheelchair users.”

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

King Charles Will Reportedly Receive New Title During Latest Travels

World - Yahoo News - October 23

U.S. and Israeli negotiators to travel to Doha with hopes of resuming Gaza ceasefire talks

U.S. and Israeli negotiators will travel to Doha in the coming days, the top diplomats for U.S. and Qatar said Thursday, intending to resume long-stalled ceasefire talks.

Lassa fever suspected in death of Iowa resident who traveled to West Africa

Health officials are investigating the death of an Iowa resident as a suspected case of Lassa fever, a frightening viral disease rarely seen in America

Health - ABC News - October 28

Booking.com Promo Code: Save With 50% Off Travel Deals

Save on your next big trip when you use a Booking.com coupon for travel, car rentals, and hotel bookings this November.

Tech - Wired - October 29

Royal Caribbean CEO: Americans are ‘wealthier than ever’ and love to travel

Royal Caribbean’s stock pulls back from a record after revenue, profit outlook for the current quarter disappoint.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Alleged spy says he 'sabotaged operation' to travel to Iran

The former British soldier accused of spying for Iran tells his trial that he deliberately avoided travelling to the country.

Russia's Lavrov to travel to OSCE talks in Malta despite EU sanctions

World - Yahoo News - November 1

Wawa Travel Cups Under Recall Over Metal Straw Hazards

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns that the metal straw inside the now-recalled tumblers can drinkers’ mouths or fingers.

Business - Inc. - November 1

Here’s How Travel Tuesday Is Turning Into Black Friday for Deal-Hunting Vacationers

The travel sector holiday sales day continues to draw in bargain seekers, generating more bookings for airlines, cruise ships, and hotels.

Business - Inc. - 5 days ago

No respite in Spain as deluge hits rail and air travel in Catalonia

World - Yahoo News - 5 days ago

This Almost-Vacation Bargain Keeps Hotels Busy When Travel Dips

The sale of day passes to pools, spas, and gyms is one way the hospitality industry is battling stagnating occupancy rates and increasing room prices.

Business - Inc. - 5 days ago

Looking to Travel Around Thanksgiving? There’s Still Time to Snag a Deal.

Cheap flights. Fewer crowds. November can be one of the most affordable months for international travel, and travelers can still snag a choice deal.

Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Spanx, fizz and Travel Scrabble: 30 years of friendship with Maggie Smith

In the week of the actor’s funeral, a family friend remembers Sunday lunches, photoshoots and first nights with a woman of extraordinary wit, talent and compassion. I first met Maggie through my ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

How to Use a VPN to Watch to Netflix When You Travel Overseas

You may not be able to watch some of your favorite shows because of regional streaming restrictions. Using a VPN service is a handy workaround

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Good News: Biker traveling across the country relies on kindness of strangers

A cyclist who is pedaling across the United States is being fueled by the kindness of strangers and has become an internet sensation. NBC News' Gadi Schwartz reports.

Airbnb Posts Higher Third-Quarter Revenue as Travel Demand Accelerates

The short-term rental company posted higher revenue in the third quarter as North American travel trends improved.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

Retailers Are Tossing Out Traditional Holiday Calendars. Here’s Why

Holiday shoppers have driven retailers to change their seasonal strategies.

Business - Inc. - October 13

National Retail Federation predicts record 2024 holiday sales

Holiday sales are poised to set a new record in 2024 and could increase by as much as 3.5 percent from 2023, the National Retail Federation (NRF) announced Tuesday. The NRF forecasts holiday retail ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Retailers Can Expect Another Record-Breaking Holiday Season

The National Retail Federation anticipates up to $990 billion in holiday sales despite inflation-wary consumers.

Business - Inc. - October 15

Holiday shoppers plan to spend more while taking on debt this season

Leaning on credit cards, or even buy now, pay later, to purchase holiday gifts will come at a high cost if there are missed or late payments.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Tapas not tantrums: we put food at the centre of our Barcelona family holiday

On a rail trip to Spain from the UK via Paris, our writer discovers a great way of travelling happily with children …. Street lights strobed through the window, sending shadows sweeping across our ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

How marketers should advertise to mobile gamers during the holidays | Unity

Unity is unveiling its playbook for mobile game advertisers to increase revenues in the holidays through ads.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 21

Jennifer Hudson talks first-ever holiday album, return of talk show

Jennifer Hudson speaks with "CBS Mornings" about her first-ever holiday album and the return of "The Jennifer Hudson Show" for its third season. Hudson's tour "The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live ...

What’s actually worth buying from Amazon’s Holiday Beauty Haul event

Amazon’s Holiday Beauty Haul event runs for 2 weeks, during which you can save on skin care, hair tools, hair care and more from brands like Cosrx and Sunday Riley.

Target cutting prices on 2,000 items for cash-strapped shoppers ahead of the holidays

Target is lowering prices on more than 2,000 items across an array of categories in a bid to offer more discounts to cash-strapped customers as the holiday season approaches.

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