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☆ Jay Emmanuel-Thomas: Soccer player arrested in connection with almost $800,000 worth of cannabis seized at airport
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, a soccer player who used to play for Premier League giant Arsenal, has been arrested after $795,300 (£600,000) worth of cannabis was seized at a British airport, the Carlisle Magistrates court confirmed to CNN. Emmanuel-Thomas – who also used to feature for current Premier League side Ipswich Town – currently plays for Scottish second-tier club, Greenock Morton. CNN has contacted Emmanuel-Thomas and Greenock Morton for comment. The NCA said Emmanuel-Thomas was taken to Carlisle in England to be questioned. His bail was refused and he will next appear in Carlisle Crown Court on October 18.

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☆ I spent $5,700 to fly in British Airways' business-class suites. I've never had so much privacy on a plane before.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-16 | by ( Hayley Domin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I flew in British Airways' business-class Club Suite for a long-haul flight for the first time. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! AdvertisementI've flown business class with a few airlines, but I recently did so for the first time with British Airways. I booked a Club Suite in its long-haul business-class cabin, Club World, for my almost-eight-hour flight from Heathrow in London to Logan International in Boston. The Club Suite debuted in 2019 as part of the airline's almost $9 billion investment in upgrading its passenger experience.

Persons: — Organizations: British Airways, Service, Logan International, Business Locations: Heathrow, London, Boston

☆ The Airbus A321XLR could be a game changer for budget airlines. See how Wizz Air's cheap 7-hour flight would compare with British Airways.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-15 | by ( Pete Syme | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Wizz Air announced its first route for the Airbus A321XLR from London to Jeddah. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! AdvertisementEuropean ultra-low-cost carrier Wizz Air announced Tuesday its first route for the Airbus A321XLR. The A321XLR could be a game changer for budget airlines because it can fly up to two hours further. By opening longer routes with the XLR, budget airlines could compete with legacy carriers operating widebody jets.

Persons: — Organizations: Wizz Air, Airbus, British Airways, Boeing, Service, Business Locations: London, Jeddah

☆ The world’s best airline rewards programs, according to Point.me
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-12 | by ( Marnie Hunter | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

CNN —Having trouble navigating the complicated, often frustrating, world of airline loyalty programs? 1 airline rewards program, according to the rankings. Last week, the US Department of Transportation announced a consumer protection probe into US airlines’ loyalty programs. World’s top 10 airline rewards programsHere are the top 10 programs globally and their scores on a 100-point scale, according to Point.me’s analysis:1. SeongJoon Cho/Bloomberg/Getty ImagesNorth America’s top 10 airline rewards programsHere are the top 10 programs in North America and their scores on a 100-point scale, according to Point.me’s analysis:1.

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☆ I went on British Airways' Airbus A320 planes before and after a major transformation. See how the old and new compare.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-24 | by ( Pete Syme | Taylor Rains | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

British Airways is upgrading its short-haul cabins as part of a huge investment. I flew on one of the older A320s, then toured a brand-new A320neo at the Farnborough Airshow. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email.

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☆ Former Nazi bunker turned into hotel and leisure complex in Germany
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-14 | by ( Maureen O'Hare | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

The relaunched Hamburg Bunker is now packed with two restaurants, a five-story Hard Rock Hotel and a newly built pyramid-like rooftop bar and garden from which greenery flows abundantly over the concrete facade. The hotel also has the kind of modern details you’d expect in any self-respecting hip hotel, such as self check-in, smart technology and co-working spaces. On the ground level, there’s the Constant Grind coffee shop and bar, and a Rock Shop for those seeking Hard Rock merch. Ulrich Perrey/dpa/picture alliance/Getty ImagesThe challengeThe Hamburg bunker was one of eight flak towers – above-ground anti-aircraft bunkers which doubled as air raid shelters - which Germany built after British air raids on Berlin in 1940. The history the Hamburg Bunker wears is heavy, but a 76,000-tonne concrete behemoth with walls 2.5 meters thick can’t be easily demolished or ignored.

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☆ British Airways' new Bridgerton-style safety video features actors in period dress. One safety expert says it's 'excellent' — but it has drawbacks.
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-05 | by ( Paige Bruton | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewBritish Airways released its newest in-flight safety video in late July, styled as a classic British period drama, along the lines of "Bridgerton" and "Pride and Prejudice." It includes over 40 British Airways staff and was filmed in grand country houses across the UK. Courtesy of British Airways. However, the video does have drawbacks. Courtesy of British Airways.

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☆ U.S. Poised to Send More Combat Aircraft to Middle East, Officials Say
▼ + stars: | 2024-08-02 | by ( Eric Schmitt | More About Eric Schmitt | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

The United States is preparing to send additional combat aircraft to the Middle East in response to threats from Iran and its proxies in Gaza, Lebanon and Yemen to attack Israel in the coming days to avenge the death of Ismail Haniyeh this week, American officials said on Friday. How many planes to send is still being worked out, as are final approvals from senior officials including Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III. Officials said they were seeking to calibrate the American response to send enough of the right types of aircraft as quickly as possible to help defend Israel without appearing to escalate the conflict. Iran fired more than 300 drones and missiles against Israel in a major attack in April, but only a handful got through, causing only slight damage. U.S. Air Force jets based in Jordan and in Saudi Arabia coordinated with French, Jordanian and British Air Force fighters to shoot down more than 80 drones.

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The information for the following product(s) has been collected independently by Business Insider: Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card, Alaska Airlines Business Credit Card, Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card, Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card, Marriott Bonvoy Bountiful™ Card. How to earn Alaska Airlines milesThere are two types of Alaska miles: Elite-qualifying miles and redeemable miles. Earn Alaska miles for car rentalsYou can opt-in to earn Alaska miles when you rent cars through Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, National, or Thrifty. Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is a highly lucrative frequent flyer program even if you never actually fly on Alaska Airlines. Redeem Alaska miles for flights on partner airlinesUsing Alaska Airlines miles for award flights on partner airlines is perhaps the best way to use your Alaska miles.

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☆ Boeing and Airbus go head-to-head at a giant industry airshow every 2 years. This time, neither won.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-29 | by ( Pete Syme | Taylor Rains | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewThe usual orders battle between Airbus and Boeing played second fiddle to supply-chain issues at last week's Farnborough Airshow. AdvertisementLast month, Airbus reduced its delivery targets, citing supply chain issues, which saw its stock drop as much as 11%. The day before the show, Guillaume Faury, the Airbus CEO, told the media the planemaker was having "important discussions" with some key suppliers as it was facing "a bit of an unexpected challenge." Frustrations with the supply chain were evident among airline bosses speaking at a summit on the first day of the airshow. AdvertisementWith gray skies for much of the week, the weather seemed to reflect the downturn for Airbus and Boeing.

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☆ The history of Virgin Atlantic: How a record executive took on the airline establishment and won.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-26 | by ( Benjamin Zhang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Virgin Records founder Sir Richard Branson started Virgin Atlantic Airways in 1984. The airline survived growing pains and financial strife to become a major transatlantic carrier. Virgin Atlantic celebrated the 40th anniversary of its maiden flight in June. AdvertisementIn June 2024, Virgin Atlantic Airways celebrated the 40th anniversary of its first flight. Today, as one of Great Britain's two flag carriers, along with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and its instantly recognizable livery are mainstays at major airports around the world.

Persons: Sir Richard Branson, —, Richard Branson Organizations: Virgin Records, Virgin Atlantic Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Service, British Airways, Business

☆ Early-Morning Escalator Fire at Kennedy Airport Injures 10
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-24 | by ( Lola Fadulu | More About Lola Fadulu | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Ten people were injured and nearly 1,000 were evacuated after an escalator caught fire at Kennedy International Airport on Wednesday morning, airport officials said. The escalator, in Concourse C of Terminal 8, started emitting smoke around 7:15 a.m., according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which operates the airport. The Fire Department and Port Authority police officers responded, and about 990 travelers were taken by bus to other areas of the terminal, according to the Port Authority. Eleven U.S. and international airlines, including American Airlines, British Airways and Japan Airways, use Terminal 8. American Airlines said that three of its 89 total departing flights from the airport on Wednesday had been canceled because of the evacuation.

Organizations: Kennedy International Airport, Port Authority of New, Fire Department, Port Authority, American Airlines, British Airways, Japan Airways Locations: Concourse, Port Authority of New York, New Jersey

While the Avios you'll earn from the Aer Lingus Visa Signature® Card card will get credited to your Aer Lingus account, you won't be restricted to redeeming only on Aer Lingus flights. Together with the British Airways Visa Signature® Card and Iberia Visa Signature® Card, the Aer Lingus Visa Signature® Card is one of three Avios-earning airline credit cards from Chase. Aer Lingus Credit Card RewardsAer Lingus Credit Card bonusThe welcome bonus offer on the Aer Lingus Visa Signature® Card is 75,000 Avios after you spend $5,000 on purchases within the first three months of account opening. Aer Lingus Credit Card Signature Benefits and FeaturesThe Aer Lingus Visa Signature® Card comes with perks you can use when you fly Aer Lingus, as well as other travel and shopping benefits. Methodology: How we reviewed the Aer Lingus Visa Signature CardBusiness Insider's credit card experts reviewed the Aer Lingus Visa Signature® Card relative to competing airline and travel credit cards that charge a similar annual fee.

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The information for the following product(s) has been collected independently by Business Insider: Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®, Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®, CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®, Citi Strata Premier℠ Card, American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp®. Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard review External link Arrow An arrow icon, indicating this redirects the user." Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select RewardsCiti AAdvantage Platinum Select welcome bonus offerThe intro bonus offer is currently 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after making $2,500 in purchases within the first three months of account opening. How to earn miles with the Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select cardThe Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® is a good choice for American Airlines purchases, as well as other everyday spending in popular categories. Methodology: How we reviewed the Citi AAdvantage Platinum SelectBusiness Insider's experts compared the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® to other American Airlines and competitor airline credit cards.

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Best United Credit CardsBest if you're not exclusively loyal to United: Chase Sapphire Preferred® CardBest premium travel card if you aren't loyal to United: Chase Sapphire Reserve®Best United credit card for non-elite flyers: United℠ Explorer CardBest for travelers who check bags: United Quest℠ CardBest United Airlines credit card for business travelers: United℠ Business CardBest for United Club airport lounge access: United Club℠ Infinite CardBest for budget travelers: United Gateway℠ CardBest for road warriors: Ink Business Preferred® Credit CardBest for luxury travel: The Platinum Card® from American ExpressBest for renters: Bilt Mastercard®Introduction to United Credit CardsUnited flyers are spoiled for choice when it comes to airline credit cards. Best United credit card for non-elite flyers United℠ Explorer Card Apply now lock icon An icon in the shape of lock. United Credit Card Frequently Asked QuestionsCan miles earned on United credit cards be used for other airlines? Each United card is considered a different product, so you can have more than one United card — for example, the United℠ Business Card and the United Quest℠ Card. Why You Should Trust Us: How We Chose the Best United Credit CardsWhen considering the best United Airlines credit cards, we examined cards beyond those simply with the United Airlines name on the front.

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Even if you don't fly British Airways, you can get far with the British Airways Visa Signature® Card. British Airways Credit Card Benefits10% discount on British Airways flights from the USBritish Airways Visa Signature® Card members can save 10% on British Airways flights departing the US — which basically means flights to London. Visa Signature benefitsAs a Visa Signature card, the British Airways Visa Signature® Card offers access to the Visa Signature Concierge for help with things like hard-to-get restaurant reservations or theater tickets. British Airways Credit Card Annual Fee and Other CostsThe British Airways Visa Signature® Card has a $95 annual fee and no foreign transaction fees. Methodology: How we reviewed the British Airways Visa Signature CardThe credit card team at Business Insider compared the British Airways Visa Signature® Card to other travel and airline credit cards with similar annual fees.

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The American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® is best for people who travel infrequently or are just beginning to collect American Airlines miles. Citi AAdvantage MileUp card RewardsHow to Earn Miles With the Citi AAdvantage MileUp CardThe American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® doesn't have a lot of bonus spending categories, but its structure is straightforward. Cardholders earn:2 miles per dollar on eligible American Airlines purchases (including AA.com, American Airlines reservations, American Airlines Admirals Club, American Airlines Vacations, and American Airlines airport and city ticket counters)2 miles per dollar at grocery stores (supermarkets, freezer/meat locker provisioners, dairy product stores, miscellaneous food /convenience stores, markets, specialty vendors, and bakeries)1 mile per dollar on all other eligible purchasesHow to Use American Airlines MilesAmerican Airlines miles are easy to use for the most part. AAdvantage MileUp Card Benefits and FeaturesThe American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® doesn't have many stand-out benefits. The discount is valid on American Airlines flights, plus American Airlines-marketed flights on Envoy Air, Republic Airways, SkyWest Airlines, Mesa Airlines, PSA Airlines, and Piedmont Airlines.

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Earning Capital One RewardsYou need a Capital One miles-earning credit card in order to earn Capital One miles. Other credit cards offer higher rewards in certain categories of spending Insider’s Take If you want an easy, no-fuss travel rewards credit card, the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a great fit. Limited benefits Insider’s Take The VentureOne Rewards Card is a slimmed-down version of the popular Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card. If you're looking for a flexible travel credit card that fits your travel strategy, any Capital One travel credit card is worth exploring. Capital One Rewards frequently asked questionsHow can I earn rewards with Capital One credit cards?

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Introduction to Chase Ultimate Rewards®The Chase Ultimate Rewards® rewards program is frequently considered one of the top credit card point systems available today — and for good reason. Earning Chase Ultimate Rewards pointsThe only way to earn rewards in the Chase Ultimate Rewards ecosystem is to open and use a Chase card that operates within this program. Redeem points for experiences (point values vary)You can also use Chase Ultimate Rewards points to book special experiences, including one-of-a-kind events hosted by Chase. Chase Ultimate Rewards frequently asked questionsAre Chase Ultimate Rewards worth it? Chase Ultimate Rewards is a versatile and highly regarded rewards program offered by Chase Bank.

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☆ Ryanair, Europe’s biggest airline, says airfares will be ‘materially lower’ this summer
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-22 | by ( Anna Cooban | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

London CNN —Ryanair said Monday that it expects airfares during the busy summer travel season to be “materially lower” than last year as the low-cost carrier reported a plunge in profits. Europe’s biggest airline by passenger numbers, comparable in size to Delta Air Lines in the United States, said its average fare fell nearly 15% in the April-to-June quarter from the same period in 2023, to €41.93 ($45.65) from €49.07 ($53.42). Ryanair (RYAAY) attributed that dip in the first quarter of its financial year, in part, to the timing of the Easter break this year, some of which fell over March. The airline previously thought fares would be “flat to modestly up,” he added. Ryanair reported a 46% fall in profits in the first quarter of the year, to €360 million ($392 million), despite a 10% rise in the number of passengers.

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