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☆ Major airlines suspend flights to Tel Aviv after Hamas attack
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-09 | by ( Sawdah Bhaimiya | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Major airlines have canceled flights to and from Tel Aviv. AdvertisementAdvertisementMajor airlines around the world have suspended flights to and from Tel Aviv after Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on Saturday and fired thousands of rockets into central and southern Israel, resulting in hundreds of casualties. American Airlines, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic, Wizz Air, EasyJet, Korean Air, and Cathay Pacific are among those who have canceled flights to Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv – Israel's only international airport. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has since declared a state of war, and Israel has launched retaliatory attacks on Hamas. The following airlines have confirmed online or in statements to Insider that they have suspended flights to Tel Aviv:

Persons: Benjamin Netanyahu, —, Ben Gurion Organizations: Hamas, Saturday, Service, American Airlines, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic, Wizz, Korean Air, Cathay, Ben Gurion, Ben, FAA, British Airways, AL Airlines, Israel Defence Forces Locations: Tel Aviv, Palestinian, Israel, Korean, Cathay Pacific, Ben, San Francisco, Gaza, El Al

☆ Multiple airlines cancel flights across Israel after government declares war
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-09 | by ( Eva Rothenberg | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Multiple airlines have canceled flights in and out of Tel Aviv, home to Israel’s largest international airport, after Israel formally declared war on Hamas. In a statement to CNN, American Airlines said it was suspending flights until Friday as it closely monitors the situation on the ground. US carriers have temporarily suspended flights to Israel,” according to the embassy. Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific canceled its Tuesday flight to and from Tel Aviv. Ireland’s Ryanair said Monday it was canceling flights in and out of Tel Aviv until October 11, citing operational restrictions.

Persons: Ed Sicher, Israel, Ben, Israel’s Ben, Yoav Gallant Organizations: CNN, American Airlines, Allied Pilots Association, Federal Aviation Administration, Ben Gurion, Cathay Pacific, Tel Aviv . Air Canada, Ryanair, Air India, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air, Korean Air, Israel’s Ben Gurion, Israel’s Locations: Tel Aviv, Israel, Hong Kong, Incheon, Gaza, Jerusalem

☆ Airlines Cancel Flights to Israel
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-09 | by ( ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Major U.S. and international airlines are canceling dozens of flights to Israel’s main international airport in Tel Aviv as Israeli forces continue to battle Hamas militants inside the country and launch strikes in Gaza. At least 87 flights to and from the airport were canceled on Monday, according to aviation-data service FlightAware, including all flights by American Airlines and United. The Federal Aviation Administration also urged airlines to exercise caution due to the conflict in the region.

Organizations: U.S, American Airlines and United, Federal Aviation Administration Locations: Tel Aviv, Gaza

☆ Several airlines suspend Tel Aviv flights until conditions improve
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-08 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

REUTERS/Amir Cohen/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsOct 8 (Reuters) - Several international air carriers said on Sunday they had suspended flights serving Tel Aviv in light of the Hamas militant attack on Israel and were waiting for conditions to improve before resuming service. U.S. air carriers United Airlines (UAL.O), Delta Air Lines (DAL.N) and American Airlines (AAL.O) said they had suspended direct flights, as did Air France (AIRF.PA). The U.S. air lines normally operate direct service from major U.S. metropolitan areas including New York, Chicago, Washington, DC and Miami. In a statement, United said it had operated two scheduled flights to the United States from Israel late Saturday and early Sunday but that service would remain suspended "until conditions allow them to resume." Delta representatives said they were monitoring the situation to make schedule adjustments as necessary but that flights "have been canceled into this week."

Persons: Benjamin Netanyahu, Amir Cohen, United, Douglas Gillison, Lisa Shumaker, Andrea Ricci Organizations: Israeli, Ben Gurion International, REUTERS, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Air, Thomson Locations: Lod, Israel, Tel Aviv, U.S, New York, Chicago, Washington, DC, Miami, United States

☆ Several airlines suspend Tel Aviv flights until safety conditions improve
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-08 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

REUTERS/Amir Cohen/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsOct 9 (Reuters) - Several international air carriers have suspended flight services with Tel Aviv in light of the Hamas militant attack on Israel, saying they were waiting for safety conditions to improve before resuming. Britain's easyjet (EZJ.L) said it had halted flights with Tel Aviv on Sunday and Monday, and would adjust the timings of flights in the next few days. Hainan Airlines (600221.SS), the only Chinese airline to fly between China and Israel, cancelled flights between Tel Aviv and Shanghai on Monday, citing the security situation in Israel. It said it would continue flights linking Beijing and the southern tech hub of Shenzhen with Tel Aviv while waiving fees for cancellations before Oct. 20. Korean Air (003490.KS) said it cancelled its Monday flight between the port city of Incheon and Tel Aviv and expects future flights to be irregular.

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☆ Box of giraffe poop seized at Minnesota airport
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-07 | by ( Zoe Sottile | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Customs workers at a Minnesota airport discovered a traveler had brought a unique souvenir in her luggage: Giraffe feces. “The passenger declared giraffe feces and stated she had obtained the droppings in Kenya and planned to make a necklace,” the release stated. The agency’s agriculture specialists “seized the box, and the excrement was destroyed via steam sterilization” according to protocol, the release said. The agency noted Kenya experiences African Swine Fever, Classical Swine Fever, Newcastle disease, Foot and Mouth disease, and Swine Vesicular Disease. Giraffes inhabit 27 of the 47 counties in Kenya, according to the Giraffe Conservation Foundation.

Persons: “, ”, Sutton, Burke Organizations: CNN, Minneapolis - Saint Paul International Airport, US Customs, Giraffe Conservation Locations: Minnesota, Minneapolis, Kenya, Iowa, U.S, Chicago, Newcastle

CHICAGO (AP) — Two people were injured at Chicago's O’Hare International Airport Friday evening during an accident on the ground involving an airplane preparing for takeoff and an employee shuttle bus. Two passengers on the shuttle were transported to Ascension Resurrection hospital in Chicago with minor injuries from the accident around 7 p.m., WLS-TV reported. American Airlines said there were no injuries reported aboard the aircraft, while six American Airlines employees were transported to a hospital for evaluation. An image on the WLS-TV website showed damage to the nose of the airplane, which the station reported was a 50-seat aircraft loaded with passengers. Political Cartoons View All 1202 ImagesThe airplane was taken out of service and a replacement aircraft flew passengers to Dayton, Ohio, the airline said.

Organizations: CHICAGO, Chicago's, Eagle, Air Wisconsin Airlines, American Airlines, WLS Locations: Chicago, Dayton , Ohio

CNN —A taxiing airplane collided with a shuttle bus at Chicago O’Hare International Airport on Friday evening, injuring at least two people, the city’s fire department said. Six American Airlines employees on the bus were taken to a hospital to be evaluated, and no injuries were reported on the airplane, American Airlines said in an email. Air Wisconsin is a regional airline that performs flying services for American Airlines operating as American Eagle, according to the airline’s website. The collision happened “as we were rolling forward,” Kevis Mitchell, a passenger on the plane, told CNN. Looking out his window, Mitchell saw numerous emergency vehicles respond to the plane, he said.

Persons: ” Kevis Mitchell, “, ” Mitchell, Kevis Mitchell, Mitchell, ”, Gianni Carrola Organizations: CNN, Chicago O’Hare, Air Wisconsin, Federal Aviation Administration, Six American Airlines, American Airlines, Chicago Fire Department Locations: Air, Dayton , Ohio, Dayton

The message is one more indication of the political and security challenges the U.S.-Mexico border has presented for President Joe Biden. The Biden administration this week took two actions seen by many as moving to the right on immigration. The White House counters that migration has surged across the Western Hemisphere due to regional challenges out of the administration's control. So they are on the streets.”Despite his 2020 promises on the border, Biden has long been more moderate on the issue than some in his party. It hasn’t worked for them before and it won’t work for them this cycle either,” said Pili Tobar, a former senior Biden White House official and Democratic strategist.

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☆ Airlines cancel flights to Israel amid attacks
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-07 | by ( Nicole Goodkind | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —Airlines scrambled to cancel flights into Israel early Saturday after Palestinian militants launched a surprise attack, firing thousands of rockets from Gaza into nearby Israeli towns during a Jewish holiday. German airline Lufthansa also announced on Saturday it would drastically reduce flights to Tel Aviv. The safety of our guests and crew members has top priority for Lufthansa,” airline representatives wrote. News reported on Saturday Swiss Air, Austrian Airlines and Turkish Airlines had canceled flights to and from Israel. El Al, Israel’s national airline, said customers “may suspend flights without charge or cancel with a voucher without costs,” and set up an emergency hotline for customers who need to change their flights.

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☆ U.S. senators led by Majority Leader Schumer make first congressional visit to China since 2019
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-07 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID) and other members of the delegation arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport in Shanghai, China, on Oct. 7, 2023. A delegation of U.S. lawmakers led by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer arrived in China on Saturday in the first congressional visit to the country since 2019. Asked about his expectations for the visit, Schumer, a New York Democrat, said he hoped it would be productive. The U.S. Commerce Department added the Chinese companies and seven others to its entity list on Friday. A Chinese international relations expert said that Schumer's visit is a sign of improvement in China-U.S. relations.

Persons: Chuck Schumer, Mike Crapo, Joe Biden, Xi Jinping, Idaho Sen, Schumer, Biden, Xi, Wang Yiwei, Karine Jean, Pierre Organizations: International, U.S, Senate, Republicans, Idaho, Senate Finance, New, New York Democrat, U.S . Congress, U.S . Commerce Department, Ukraine, Biden, Economic Cooperation, Institute of International Affairs, Renmin University of China, White House Press Locations: U.S, Shanghai, China, New York, Beijing, Russia, Asia, San Francisco, South Korea, Japan

☆ Schumer starts China trip amid tension with US, hopes to meet Xi
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-07 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), and other members of the delegation arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport in Shanghai, China October 7, 2023. The goal of the trip to Asia, which includes stops in South Korea and Japan, is to advance U.S. economic and national security interests, and in China, the group hopes to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. officials said. The trip follows visits by a series of high-level Biden administration officials, including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo in August. Other senators on the trip include Republicans Bill Cassidy and John Kennedy and Democrats Maggie Hassan and Jon Ossoff. China welcomes Schumer's visit and hopes it will deepen the U.S. Senate's "objective" understanding of China and facilitate dialogue between the nations' legislative agencies, China's foreign ministry said this week.

Persons: Chuck Schumer, Aly, Xi Jinping, Schumer, Biden, Gina Raimondo, Republican Mike Crapo, Bill Cassidy, John Kennedy, Maggie Hassan, Jon Ossoff, Schumer's, Raimondo, Antoni Slodkowski, Robert Birsel Organizations: International, REUTERS, Rights, U.S, Democratic, Republican, Thomson Locations: Shanghai, China, Washington, Beijing, Asia, South Korea, Japan, U.S, Taiwan, Shanghai's Pudong

☆ Kenya to ask China for $1 bln loan to complete road projects, longer debt repayments
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

A view shows the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport toll station on the Nairobi Expressway undertaken by the China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) on a public-private partnership (PPP) basis, along Mombasa road in Embakasi district of Nairobi, Kenya May 7, 2023. REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsNAIROBI, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Kenya's President William Ruto will ask China for a $1 billion loan to complete stalled road construction projects when he travels to Beijing later this month, his deputy said on Friday. "At the moment we are paying debt and people are not using roads because many of them are half finished," Gachagua said. Kenya owes China more than $8 billion in loans for infrastructure projects such as railways and roads. Reporting by Duncan Miriri and George Obulutsa; Editing by Mark Potter and Kim CoghillOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Persons: Thomas Mukoya, William Ruto, Ruto, Rigathi Gachagua, Gachagua, Duncan Miriri, George Obulutsa, Mark Potter, Kim Coghill Organizations: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, China, Bridge Corporation, REUTERS, Rights, Thomson Locations: Nairobi, Mombasa, Embakasi district, Kenya, Rights NAIROBI, Beijing, East, China

Passengers queue at airline counters in the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, in Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, January 2, 2023. "While the information is currently under validation, immediate enhanced security measures are being implemented across all airports," CAAP said. The Oct. 4 memo included a screenshot of what it said was the threat, which did not contain the word "bomb" but said "an airplane will explode" at Manila's international airport today and "please beware". Transport Secretary Jaime Bautista said patrols had been increased and K9 units deployed at all terminals of Manila's international airport, and law enforcement agencies were coordinating closely. Reporting by Karen Lema and Mikhail Flores; Writing by Martin Petty; Editing by Kanupriya KapoorOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Persons: Eloisa Lopez, CAAP, Jaime Bautista, Bautista, Karen Lema, Mikhail Flores, Martin Petty, Kanupriya Kapoor Organizations: Ninoy Aquino International Airport, REUTERS, Security, Civil Aviation Authority of, Philippines Airlines, Cebu Pacific Air, Thomson Locations: Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines, Manila, MANILA, Davao, Bicol, Palawan, Cebu

☆ Airline passengers delayed on a runway for 7 hours were only given one small bag of pretzels to eat, report says
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-05 | by ( Beatrice Nolan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Passengers delayed on the tarmac for seven hours were given a bag of pretzels instead of a meal. A passenger on board the plane told Belfast Live that the experience was "horrible." AdvertisementAdvertisementAirline passengers who were left on the tarmac for seven hours received a small bag of pretzels instead of a meal while they waited. One passenger, Gary Bell, told Belfast Live that the experience was "absolutely horrible." AdvertisementAdvertisementHe said: "The only food we were given was a small bag of pretzels, there are tired, screaming kids everywhere."

Persons: —, Gary Bell, Bell Organizations: Belfast Live, British Airways, Service, Heathrow, Belfast, Air Cargo News, United Airlines, Newark International Locations: London, Belfast, Rome, Newark

CNN —Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine was arrested at Entebbe International Airport near the capital Kampala on Thursday as he returned to the country, according to his party the National Unity Platform. The National Unity Platform (NUP) said in a social media post that Wine was “violently arrested upon his return to Uganda. Opposition frontrunnerWine, a popstar-turned-politician whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, was the main opposition frontrunner in the presidential elections in January 2021 and lost to President Yoweri Museveni. Wine rejected the election results, saying he had evidence of fraud and intimidation. “The Security Agencies will take all necessary measures to ensure that individuals involved in illegal activities are arrested and brought before the courts of law.”

Persons: Bobi Wine, “, ”, Wine, Robert Kyagulanyi, Yoweri Museveni, Museveni, ’ Organizations: CNN, Wine, Uganda Police Force, Entebbe International, ” Police Locations: Entebbe, Kampala, Uganda, Magere

☆ US Commerce head hopes to make first chips funding awards this fall
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-04 | by ( David Shepardson | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo attends a press conference at the Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services near the Shanghai Pudong International Airport, in Shanghai, China August 30, 2023. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsWASHINGTON, Oct 4 (Reuters) - U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said Wednesday she hopes to announce the first chips funding award announcements from the government's $39 billion semiconductor subsidy program this fall. "I hope we will have some chips funding announcements this fall." It is not clear how long from initial announcements it will take the Commerce Department to finalize funding agreements. Separately, Raimondo said she supports legislation that would give the Commerce Department new tools to address information and communications technology supply (ICTS) chain concerns posed by China and other foreign adversaries.

Persons: Gina Raimondo, Aly, Raimondo, Mark Warner, John Thune, TikTok, Maria Cantwell, David Shepardson, Diane Craft, Marguerita Choy Organizations: Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, REUTERS, Rights, . Commerce, Senate, Commerce Department, Guard, Thomson Locations: Shanghai Pudong, Shanghai, China

☆ Exclusive: Boeing sets record 737 production goal for July 2025 -sources
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-03 | by ( Valerie Insinna | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

[1/2] An aerial view of a Boeing 737 MAX 10 airplane parked at King County International Airport-Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington, U.S, June 1, 2022. The schedule targets 737 production to reach 42 jets a month by December 2023, affirming statements made by Boeing Commercial Airplanes head Stan Deal to Bloomberg TV in June. An earlier version of the plan, which Reuters reported in April, had seen 52 jets per month production a month later, in January 2025. Before the 2019 grounding of the 737 MAX, Boeing was producing 52 737s a month on its way to a target of 57. Boeing's formal 737 production target is 50 per month for the 2025-2026 timeframe, unveiled by the company last November during an investor day.

Persons: Lindsey Wasson, Stan Deal, Dave Calhoun, MAXs, Calhoun, Valerie Insinna, Peter Henderson, Jamie Freed Organizations: Boeing, King County International Airport, Boeing Field, REUTERS, Rights, Airbus, planemaker, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Bloomberg TV, Reuters, Air India, Thomson Locations: Seattle , Washington, U.S

☆ Delta says some overhauled engines contain parts with improper documentation
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-02 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsOct 2 (Reuters) - Delta Air Lines (DAL.N) on Monday said it had been informed by one of its service providers that a "small number" of overhauled engines contain parts that do not meet documentation requirements. The company is working with the engine service provider to replace the affected parts and to remain in compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) guidelines, Delta said. The company did not identify the engine service provider responsible for the overhaul. The problematic parts, which were certified by AOG Technics, were detected by an unnamed third-party, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing a company spokesperson. The FAA had earlier said AOG Technics sold bushings for GE Model CF6 engines without having the agency's approval.

Persons: John F, Andrew Kelly, Delta, AOG Technics, Shivansh, Maju Samuel Organizations: Delta Air Lines, Kennedy International Airport, REUTERS, Federal Aviation, Bloomberg, CFM, FAA, GE Model, Thomson Locations: Queens , New York City, U.S, Bengaluru

☆ Sam Bankman-Fried rejects request from Ukraine-based FTX victim to testify remotely
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-02 | by ( Sawdah Bhaimiya | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Prosecutors say SBF's lawyers declined a request for a Ukraine-based FTX customer to testify remotely. And he can't testify in person because of a wartime law stopping men from leaving the country. NEW LOOK Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementAdvertisementSam Bankman-Fried's lawyers declined a request from prosecutors to allow a Ukraine-based FTX victim to testify remotely at his trial, which is due to start on Tuesday.

Persons: —, Sam Bankman, Prosecutors, Judge Lewis A, Kaplan, Bankman, didn't Organizations: Service Locations: Ukraine, United States, FTX, Russia

Hundreds of migrants, from babies to the elderly, live inside a shuttle bus center at O’Hare International Airport’s Terminal 1. As more migrants arrived, the city's existing services were strained. Chicago began using the city's two international airports as temporary shelters as the number of migrants arriving by plane increased. At O'Hare, migrants have spread out beyond the curtain for more space, sleeping along windows. At Boston's Logan International Airport, migrants who arrive overnight are given cots for a few hours before being sent elsewhere.

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☆ Dubai is hoping to launch a fully operational flying taxi service by 2026
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-01 | by ( Hannah Getahun | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

The city of Dubai hopes to create a flying taxi network by 2026. The network, built by Skyports, would take passengers to major city destinations via compact electric flying vehicles. Other flying taxi services are also looking to launch in major cities across the world. AdvertisementAdvertisementDubai hopes to be the city leading the flying taxi future by completing a fully operational flying taxi network by 2026. Four landing sites are planned to be built near Dubai International Airport, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Downtown, and Dubai Marina.

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☆ They fell in love and lost each other in South America. Then a note stuck on a door brought them back together
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-30 | by ( Francesca Street | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +19 min

When he met Tracy, Tim was enjoying a six month traveling stint, unsure what came next. If you see this, let me know where you are staying!”As she and Monique closed, then locked, the hotel door, Tracy jammed the piece of paper into the door frame. A note on a hotel doorTracy had the idea to write a note and attach it to the hotel door. Tracy FerrellUnbeknown to Tracy, Tim had arrived in Cuenca a few days before her. Leaning against the hotel door, he wrote a reply underneath Tracy’s message, detailing where he was staying.

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☆ China says it will resume visa-free policies to spur inbound travel
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-29 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

Passengers push their luggage through the international arrivals hall at Beijing Capital International Airport after China lifted the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) quarantine requirement for inbound travellers in Beijing, China January 8, 2023. REUTERS/Thomas Peter/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsSINGAPORE, Sept 29 (Reuters) - China will resume visa-free policies and consider adding more countries to its visa-exemption list to help boost the country's post-pandemic tourism business, according to a policy document released on Friday. In a statement posted on the central government's website, it said visa-free policies and visa assurances on arrival would be promoted as well as smoother immigration clearances for cruises and self-driving tourists. The government also called for enhanced tax-rebate services such the creation of more tax-rebate shops. Reporting by Chen Aizhu; editing by Christina FincherOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Persons: Thomas Peter, Chen Aizhu, Christina Fincher Organizations: Beijing Capital International, REUTERS, Rights, Thomson Locations: China, Beijing, Rights SINGAPORE, China's

LAS VEGAS (AP) — It started as a crude sketch — a circle with a stick person inside. He and MSG Ventures CEO David Dibble were trying to create a plan to give the entertainment venue industry a facelift in Las Vegas. “That’s cool,” said Glenn NP Nowak, an architecture professor at the nearby University of Nevada, Las Vegas. However, the Sphere is the most expensive entertainment venue built in Las Vegas, eclipsing the approximately $1.9 billion, 65,000-seat Allegiant Stadium sports facility that opened in 2020. The government here was welcoming and encouraging.”The project started as a partnership with casino company Las Vegas Sands, the then-owner of the Venetian and Palazzo resort towers on the Las Vegas Strip.

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