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Gross National Happiness | 60 Minutes Archive

In 2000, Morley Safer traveled to the tiny kingdom of Bhutan, perched in the Himalayas, where gross national product mattered less than "gross national happiness."

Harvard professor Arthur Brooks on the science of happiness

Harvard professor and bestselling author Arthur Brooks breaks down to David Begnaud how understanding enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning can transform well-being.

How Pie’s Founder Guarantees Workplace Happiness

Andy Dunn emphasizes the importance of having friends at work.

Business - Inc. - 17 hours ago

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

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. - November 4

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

World - Yahoo News - November 4

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. - November 4

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 - November 6

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 - November 6

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 - November 7

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 - November 7

What Is ‘Skiplagging?’ Meet the Man Unearthing Cheap Travel Hacks.

Aktarer Zaman is the founder of a controversial website that unearths airfare hacks, most notably skipping the last leg of a flight for a cheaper price.

Business - The New York Times - November 12

Newsom traveling to DC amid push to protect policies from Trump

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is traveling to the nation’s capital this week amid a push to protect California’s policies from President-elect Trump, following his decisive victory in the White ...

Politics - The Hill - November 12

U.S. airlines halt travel to Haiti after shots fired at planes

Major U.S. airlines have canceled trips to Haiti after two planes coming from Fort Lauderdale and New York were shot at. CBS News Miami's Tania Francois reports.

The season's hottest gift? A travel 'experience' — here's how to buy one

Travel is hard to give to others, according to a new Accenture survey. CNBC Travel explores several ways to get around the hardest problems.

Business - CNBC - November 14

Biden's trip to Peru will include last meeting with China's president

Biden will travel to Peru and Brazil for leader summits as he looks to define his legacy and assure allies of America's role on the world stage.

US health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler

Health officials say they have confirmed the first U.S. case of a new form of mpox that was first seen in eastern Congo

Health - ABC News - 4 days ago

U.S. health officials report 1st case of new form of mpox in a traveler

The person had traveled to eastern Africa and was treated in Northern California upon return, according to the California Department of Public Health.

Almost 80 million expected to travel over Thanksgiving in record-breaking getaway

Almost 80 million people will hit the roads and airways this Thanksgiving, with traveler numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels, the AAA predicts.

What to know ahead of anticipated record-breaking Thanksgiving travel

AAA expects the Thanksgiving travel season to be another record-breaker, which means packed planes and potential traffic troubles. Nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more.

'Morning Joe' Scarborough, Brzezinski say they traveled to Mar-a-Lago to meet Trump

Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, co-hosts of MSNBC's "Morning Joe," said Monday they had traveled to the president-elect's Mar-a-Lago estate late last week to talk to Donald Trump about ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

F1 to move Canadian Grand Prix slot on calendar in drive to cut travel

Formula 1 will move the Canadian Grand Prix to a new slot in May from 2026 in an effort to cut down on travel and its environmental impact

Sports - ABC News - 2 days ago

What travelers need to know about Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, becoming the first major U.S. passenger carrier to do so since American Airlines 13 years ago.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

19 Gifts for Travelers Who Are Always One Flight Ahead (2024)

Shopping for the best gifts for travelers? Our guide features top picks that frequent fliers will truly appreciate.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Arthur Frommer, 95, Dies; His Guidebooks Opened Travel to the Masses

After publishing “Europe on 5 Dollars a Day” in 1957, he went on to build an empire of guidebooks, package tours, hotels and other services.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

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