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An Air Canada flight from Vancouver to Sydney hit unexpected severe turbulence early Thursday morning, leaving 35 people on board injured. The flight, AC33, diverted to Honolulu, Hawaii. A representative for the airline described the injuries as “minor.” Visit Business insider’s homepage for more stories. An Air Canada flight was forced to make an emergency …
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Tropical Storm Barry is heading for the Gulf Coast, and is expected to make landfall as a hurricane on Saturday. Air travel is likely to be severely impacted. Airlines — including American, JetBlue, Southwest, and United — have issued travel waivers letting some affected passengers change their flights without any fees. Scroll down for details …
Hurricanes that hit the US East Coast and Caribbean islands tend to follow a similar course. That’s because most come from the same place in the world. There’s a point off the coast of West Africa near Cape Verde where dry, hot air from the Sahara desert meets with the cool, moist air from the …
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I recently flew on a Brazilian-made Embraer 145, a small regional jet. The Embraer 145 is a nifty plane that genuinely impressed me. I’m no fan of narrow-bodies, but the Embraer 145 reminded me that single aisles can be lots of fun. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. It’s easy to see the entire …
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A major air traffic control systems failure led to London’s Gatwick airport implementing a complete ground stop on Wednesday evening. At around 5:45 p.m. London time, the airport announced via Twitter that it was suspending all flights as it worked to resolve the issue. A 6 p.m. local time, an update from the airport stated …
American Airlines has had a higher rate of cancelled flights this summer than other US airlines, according to a new report. The airline has been badly affected by severe weather, the ongoing grounding of the Boeing 737 Max, and mechanical issues forcing it to take aircraft out of service. The airline alleges that unions representing …
The Tour de France is the world’s largest annual sporting event, and one of the most photogenic. There are many excellent photographers covering the race, but some stand out. Kristof Ramon is among the best shooters in cycling, and he spoke with Business Insider about his work — and even offered advice to aspiring photographers. …
People around the world use interesting forms of public transportation that span beyond the typical public bus or subway. From wooden toboggans to subway trains held up by magnets, these 6 types of transit run the gamut of technology and creativity. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Every day, people around the world get …
LeBron James is one of the most accomplished athletes of his time. The three-time NBA champion has had a storied career in the league so far, and his success has allowed him to indulge in some of his favorite hobbies, like collecting cars. His glamorous collection includes a 1975 Chevy Impala and a custom Lamborghini …
July 11 is World Population Day. To mark the occasion, INSIDER Data has found the 30 countries and territories with the biggest population shifts since 1950. The United Arab Emirates had the most population growth on average, while Niue had the least. Visit BusinessInsider.com for more stories. When the global population hit 5 billion in …
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Pitcairn Island is an island in the Pacific Ocean more than 3,000 miles away from any continent. It has a population of just 50 people. The island’s main industry is tourism and most residents live to the age of 90. Visit INSIDER’s homepage for more stories. The least populated territory in the world is in …
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) plans to fine hotel giant Marriott International £99 million (about $123 million) for a data breach that exposed the sensitive data of 339 million guests. The breach occurred in 2014 in hotel company Starwood’s database. Marriott inherited the undetected breach when it bought Starwood in 2016. Marriott discovered the …
Chloe Wiegand, an 18-month-old toddler, died after falling from the 11th floor of a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship on Sunday. Maritime lawyer Michael Winkleman told NBC News that Wiegand’s grandfather placed her on a railing in a children’s play area, believing there was glass in front of the railing to prevent Wiegand from falling. …
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express has unveiled three new incredibly luxurious suites. The iconic train’s new Grand Suites come with free-flowing champagne and a 24-hour steward. They’ve been named Vienna, Prague, and Budapest in homage to three of the cities the train visits. It’s not cheap though — a classic one-night journey in a Grand Suite starts …
A Houston-area doctor said she was forced to get off her American Airlines flight after boarding, and wrap an airline blanket around her waist before being allowed back on. She said a flight attendant told her that her outfit was unacceptable; however, she tweeted photos showing that the outfit was appropriate. American Airlines prohibits “offensive …
The US Coast Guard has called off its search for a Carnival Cruise Line employee who went overboard last week. The search lasted more than 45 hours and spanned around 2,600 square miles, the Coast Guard said in a press release. The 37-year-old male employee, a crew member on the Carnival Victory, went overboard on …
Moscow’s financial district, known as Moscow City, was a bleak, desolate construction site just four years ago. Now, the $12 billion neighborhood is home to some of Europe’s tallest skyscrapers. President Donald Trump talked publicly several times about wanting to build a hotel there, but it never happened. I spent an afternoon in the district, …
Business Insider asked eight flight attendants about the most annoying things passengers do. The flight attendants work for six commercial airlines and a company that charters private jets. They gave answers ranging from ignoring seat assignments to leaving a huge mess. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Flight attendants have a lot of responsibilities …
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This past winter, I used credit card points to fly in first class on Japanese airline All Nippon Airways, or ANA. While bigger and more private seats are an obvious feature of first class, the biggest differentiator between first and business class is the food and drink service. From sashimi to steak, it was an …
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Washington, DC is home to America’s most historical landmarks. These landmarks attract thousands of visitors, but also have secrets and interesting backstories. A hidden crypt, a “whispering gallery,” and moon rocks can be found in DC. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Following is a transcript of the video. 1. The Lincoln Memorial had …
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As millions of New Yorkers gathered to watch the annual Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks, a few lucky people got to see them from the air. Photographer and private pilot Filip Wolak took his Cessna 172M out with a pilot friend to photograph this year’s show. The photos are breathtaking — scroll down to see …
A Carnival Cruise Line employee fell overboard on Thursday, a Carnival representative told Business Insider. The 37-year-old male employee, a crew member on the Carnival Victory, went overboard 30 miles northwest of Cuba as the Victory was heading back to Miami, the Miami Herald reported. The US Coast Guard is searching for the employee. Visit …
I recently visited the paradisical Italian island of Capri, which has welcomed pretty much every A-list celebrity you could think of. I took the ferry over from Naples, along with thousands of other people, to spend the day on the island beloved by the glitterati. During my stay, I ate at the five-star Hotel Punta …
Fourth of July in America’s most expensive vacation town — Southampton, New York — can be extravagant. Pool parties and fancy backyard dinners, anyone? These Instagram photos show how it’s done. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Good company, delicious food, and plenty of sunshine: That’s the winning formula for any summer vacation. But …
Travel rewards credit cards allow users to earn miles and points with regular purchases, but the card’s benefits can be very valuable as well. In some cases, it may be worth paying a higher annual fee to get access to premium benefits like airport lounges or status matching. Every card and issuer offers its own …
Gas and diesel taxes went up in a handful of US states on July 1. Those increases are happening in California, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Vermont. There are various reasons for the hikes, depending on the state, but they are primarily meant to help fund …
Thinking about taking a cross-country road trip? Researcher Randy Olson figured out the ideal route around the 48 contiguous states. Olson used a genetic algorithm to calculate the shortest distances between 50 national landmarks. EDITOR’S NOTE: This video was originally published on May 18, 2015. Join the conversation about this story » read more >>> …