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Little extras equal billions for airlines
A newly released report says that baggage fees and other non-transportation charges add up to billions yearly for the airline industry.
Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 by By Ron Ford
Energy crisis jitters hit as gas prices approach record high
Gas prices continue to increase, and as the cost of gas nears a record high, fewer consumers are willing to pay the price at the pump.
Monday, April 11th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Delta Air Lines reduces services to Japan as fuel prices rise
Delta Air Lines is reducing service to Japan as the quake has cost airlines a lot of business, making the increasing cost of jet fuel worse.
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
High gas prices may spur more people to use public transportation
A new study asserts that if the cost of gas hits $4 a gallon, more people are going to start using public transportation to save money.
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Airline fare hikes blamed on rising fuel prices
A sixth increase in airline ticket prices for the year has brought the average price of a ticket up to $260 as gas prices continue to rise.
Tuesday, March 8th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
More carry-on luggage costing TSA millions
As travelers balk at airline baggage fees, more are carrying their luggage through security. Extra inspection costs TSA $260 million per year.
Friday, March 4th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
TSA agents arrested at JFK, accused of stealing $160,000
Two employees of the Transportation Security Administration have been arrested for theft after admitting to stealing cash from passengers.
Wednesday, February 16th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Feds will formally ban e-cigarettes on US flights this spring
The Transportation Department will clarify its position this spring with an outright electronic cigarette ban on flights in the United States.
Friday, February 11th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Amid chaos, U.S. citizens urged to evacuate Egypt immediately
As the regime of Egypt's Hosni Mubarak teeters on the edge, the U.S. State Department has urged U.S. citizens to evacuate Egypt immediately.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Domodedovo Airport explosion from possible suicide bomber
Moscow's busiest international airport, Domodedovo Airport, was attacked by a possible suicide bomber, and there are fears of another attack.
Monday, January 24th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
New York airports are open but still paralyzed by snow
The three major New York airports are still open despite conditions. However, flights in or out are slow due to paralyzing conditions...
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Police respond to Miami Airport explosion caused by hairspray
Miami Airport today was overrun by bomb squads, police and TSA officials when a can of hairspray exploded; the can was packed in someone's bag.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Recent spike in gas prices the beginning of a long-term trend
Gas prices have soared over the past month and experts expect oil futures to top $100 a barrel in 2011 and reach $5 a gallon by 2012 ...
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
MTA in NYC, NJ Transit and LIRR snowfall disruptions
The NYC MTA trip planner is down. Use alternatives for planning your transit throughout the Northeast, on the LIRR, MTA or with NJ Transit.
Monday, December 27th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
American Airlines may be cutting ties with Orbitz to cut prices
American Airlines is looking to cut costs, and that may mean cutting Orbitz and other comparison sites off their list of ticket dealers.
Tuesday, December 21st, 2010 by By Mary Rice
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Passengers aboard Brilliance of the Seas horrified by big storm
The 90,000-ton Royal Caribbean ship Brilliance of the Seas was tossed like a cork in high winds and heavy seas on a Mediterranean cruise. ...
Monday, December 13th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
TSA screening could result in terrible public backlash
The new TSA screening procedures certainly aren't winning a lot of fans. However, it bears mention that screeners are just doing their jobs.
Saturday, November 27th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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