American low-cost carrier shaping blue-sky travel from New York to a broader network
JetBlue has overhauled its pricing, introducing a Base fare alongside Standard and Flex options across Main, Even More and BlueFirst cabins. Mint remains excluded from Base. The move follows rivals United and Delta in unbundling premium travel, offering cheaper options while preserving some benefits. The change aims to give travelers more choice but may see additional charges for previously included services.
WestJet flight attendants have ended their strike after CUPE 8125 and the airline have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes more pre‑ and post‑flight work and raises pay. The deal will go to a ratification vote; WestJet cancelled hundreds of flights and said about 250,000 travellers were affected over the long weekend.
Three separate commercial flights have been delayed or cancelled after disruptive behaviour aboard. A passenger reportedly drunk has been arrested at Heathrow after confronting crew on a London–Las Vegas flight. A Porter Airlines departure from Victoria has been cancelled after a toddler refused to fasten a seat belt. A Wizz Air flight to Tel Aviv was returned to terminal after a passenger asked to disembark, triggering extra security checks.
A new report from America's Voice argues that aggressive deportation policies under Trump have raised costs for groceries, homes, and healthcare, and slowed local economies. The analysis links higher prices in food categories reliant on immigrant labor and weaker construction activity to an “ICE Tax,” while noting other factors at play.
U.S. states have filed suit to block Paramount’s $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, asserting it would control about one-third of major movie titles and cable programming. The case has prompted talks of structural remedies, though theaters and other stakeholders seek protections before any approval. A trial is set for March, with ongoing talks in the background.
American Airlines is retrofitting its Boeing 777-300ER fleet to feature 144 premium seats and eliminate Flagship First. The move expands business-class capacity while keeping some premium offerings and lounges in the works, as part of broader premium-travel push.
A slow-moving nor'easter has struck the Mid‑Atlantic and New England since late September, causing heavy rain, strong onshore winds and coastal flooding from New Jersey to southern New England. Utilities, flights and events have been disrupted, at least one person has died in New York City, and forecasters warn additional high‑tide flooding will persist into Monday and Tuesday.
Paramount Skydance faces antitrust litigation blocking its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. A California-led legal challenge threatens to push Paramount’s headquarters and thousands of jobs out of California, triggering a potential $10.6–$21.2 billion hit to state output and hundreds of millions in tax losses. The LAEDC warns the move could reshape Hollywood’s economic center.
Airlines have issued travel waivers for weekend travel to New York, Boston and nearby airports as a nor’easter hits the Northeast. Passengers can rebook without fare differences or change fees, with some limits. States issue emergency measures as power outages mount and travel disruptions expand.
A slow-moving nor'easter has battered the US Northeast since Friday, bringing heavy rain, high winds and dangerous coastal flooding from New Jersey to New England. Officials have declared states of emergency, cancelled hundreds of flights and events, and reported multiple deaths, widespread power outages and severe coastal erosion risks through the weekend.
Airlines are intensifying fights for high-spending travelers by expanding loyalty-status matches and faster in‑flight Wi‑Fi. United, American and Delta are rolling out deals to attract elites from rival carriers, touting 90‑day status matches, spending thresholds and Starlink/Leo Wi‑Fi as key differentiators.