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Nov 04 2024BUSINESS

Why China Airlines Picked Ontario Over LAX

You might think Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) would be the obvious choice for a transpacific flight from Taiwan. But China Airlines had other plans. In 2018, they started flying directly from Taipei to Ontario, California, a smaller airport just over 35 miles east of LAX. Why? Well, LAX is

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Nov 03 2024BUSINESS

Euro Flights: Cheap as Ever, Why Now?

You know how flights to Europe used to be super expensive, especially during the holidays? Well, not anymore! Recently, prices have dropped like never before, even during the usually pricey fall and winter seasons. Brett Snyder, a travel industry insider, says it's tough for airlines to fill seats d

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Nov 03 2024SCIENCE

Voyager 1's 80s Comeback: A Cosmic Tale

Ever heard of a cosmic explorer that's been floating around space for nearly half a century? That's Voyager 1, NASA's seasoned traveler. In 2023, it hit a few bumps. Initially, some dodgy coding messed up its messages, but NASA sorted that out. Then, surprise surprise, Voyager 1 went quiet again in

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Scout's Fresh Take on Selling Cars: A New Way To Drive

Scout Motors, a car company with a long break between models, is trying something new. Instead of the usual car dealerships, they're opening their own stores. Why? To give customers a better experience. Imagine walking into a Scout store and buying a car in less than 10 minutes. No haggling, no lon

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Israel and Lebanon: A Night of Airstrikes, a Push for Peace

In the quiet of night, Israel launched airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, targeting Hezbollah's command centers and munitions factories. This move came as the U. S. was urging for a cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon. The Israeli military warned residents to evacuate, announcing their troop

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Cathay's Fresh Business Class for A330neo: A Look Ahead

Cathay Pacific is revamping its business class experience for the upcoming Airbus A330neo, due to arrive in 2028. They're considering a new seat design, but it might be similar to the flatbeds on their upgraded A330s. The focus is on creating a consistent experience for passengers. The A330neo is a

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

New Business Class Boost: Cathay’s Latest 777 Update

Imagine sinking into a cozy, private suite on your next flight. That's just what Cathay Pacific is offering with their revamped Boeing 777 business class, known as Aria Suites. After six years of work, including a pandemic pause, these suites are finally taking flight. By the end of 2027, all 30 pla

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

UK Adds Steep ‘Business Class Tax’ for Long-Haul Flights

Travelers from Australia to the UK will soon face a higher ‘flight tax’ when leaving, especially if they're in business or first class. The UK's Air Passenger Duty (APD), a tax that started small in 1994, has been going up. The latest boost, announced by the new Labour government, hits premium seats

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Nov 01 2024HEALTH

Check Your Hearing with AirPods Pro 2

Want to know how well you hear different sounds? With the new iOS 18. 1 update, you can use your AirPods Pro 2 to take a hearing test! This test tells you how well you hear different sounds and tones. It’s like a little health check for your ears. First, make sure your iPhone and AirPods Pro 2 are

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Nov 01 2024CRIME

A New Suspect Pleads Not Guilty in 2017 Murder

In a recent turn of events, a third suspect has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to the 2017 killing of a prominent hairdresser in Woodland Hills. The man, Chris Austin, now faces a new charge of conspiracy. This follows the initial arrests of the victim's wife, Monica Sementilli,

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