Travel

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.
airline baggage

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.
Gas station

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.
Delta

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.
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.
The Bus

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.
Jet Fuel

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.
A cat sleeps atop a piece of carry-on luggage.

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.
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.
JFK airport

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.
e-cigarettes u.s. flights

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.
A scene from the Egypt riots of 2011. Police and civilians clash. One man is forcefully carried above the wave of chaos.

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.
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.
Domodedovo Airport

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...
LaGuardia

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.
Hairspray

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.
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 ...
average gas prices

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.
Penn Station

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.
American Airlines

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.
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. ...
Royal caribbean cruise

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.
Airport Screening