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As the aftermath of Saturday's snowstorm continues, passengers are still facing long lines, delays, and unclaimed luggage at Newark International Airport. The airport struggled to recover from 13.9 inches of snow, forcing it to close by 10:30 a.m. and not reopen until 9:13 p.
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A snowstorm in the Northeast left hundreds of travelers stuck in Greater Cincinnati, as airports across the US experienced cancellations and delays. The Farrow family, who were trying to get home to Florida, were among those left stranded. "I would prefer to be home, but I guess we will
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As holiday travelers returned home on Tuesday, Atlanta's Hartsfield International Airport was plagued by congested terminals and delayed flights, a stark contrast to the relatively smooth traffic on the city's interstates. The collision of wintry weather, canceled flights, and overwhelmed airport infrastructure created a perfect storm
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Mechanics and related employees at Atlantic Southeast Airlines have made it clear that they prefer to work directly with the company's leaders rather than being represented by a third-party union. In a recent election, 86.6% of eligible voters rejected union representation, citing confidence in the company'
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Inspectors from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have fined United Airlines $68,695 for hazardous waste violations at Denver International Airport, highlighting the growing emphasis on environmental responsibility in the corporate world. Meanwhile, the global pharmaceutical market is undergoing significant changes, with regulators approving the merger of British drug
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United Airlines has announced its partnership with AT&T Wireless to offer its customers seamless access to flight information and booking services through the AT&T Digital PocketNet service. The airline's wireless service, United Update, will be featured as a premier airline carrier on the service,
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As the year 2000 drew to a close, signs emerged of a slowing economy in the United States. Inventories at wholesalers rose less than expected in October, while sales stalled, indicating a potential cooling of the market in the final quarter. Stockpiles at warehouses and distributorships increased 0.3 percent
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Boeing, the world's largest planemaker, is taking steps to reward its shareholders while its stock continues to soar. The company has hiked its quarterly dividend by 21% and extended its share buyback program by 85 million shares. This move comes as Boeing's stock has climbed 77%
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Home improvement retailer Home Depot moved quickly to appoint a new chief executive, Robert L. Nardelli, 52, who joins from GE Power Systems where he improved performance and increased revenue to $15.2 billion in 2000. As Nardelli takes command, Bernard Marcus and Arthur Blank, co-founders, move to co-chairman roles.
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AeroMexico, Mexico's largest airline, is set to launch nonstop service from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport to Monterrey, Mexico, with a continued flight to Guadalajara. This new daily flight, operated by an MD80 aircraft, will provide customers with a convenient and fast way to
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Qantas is investing in a revolutionary fleet expansion, boasting 31 aircraft orders, including 12 double-decker Airbus A3XXs and 13 new Airbus A330s. The airline's ambitious 10-year plan, forged with Airbus, will modernize its fleet and introduce new amenities such as onboard showers, creches, and airborne gyms. This move
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Australia's national carrier Qantas Airways Ltd (ASX:QAN) has launched a $1.20 per share takeover bid for Hazelton Airlines Ltd (ASX:HZA), sending shares of the regional airline surging by 22 cents to close at $A1.22 ($US.64). The offer, which is significantly more generous than
