Nation marks fifth anniversary of 9/11
Nation marks fifth anniversary of 9/11 — Five years after terrorists wrought death from clear skies, the nation began its observation of a solemn anniversary Monday, with plans for silent reflection and fresh mourning for the nearly 3,000 lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. (AP)
In Pa., mourners remember Flight 93 — Those first to arrive at the crash site of United Airlines Flight 93 five years ago found only a smoking crater, singed trees and an eerie silence. Five years later, relatives and others touched by the tragedy began gathering Monday morning for a memorial service and a reading of the names of the 33 passengers and seven crew members killed near this small western Pennsylvania town. (AP)
Airline still deals with 9/11 — American has lost about $7 billion since 9/11, and it’s easy to see a simple cause and effect. But analysts who follow the company say the truth is more complicated. (AP)
Hurricane Florence edges toward Bermuda — Hurricane Florence advanced toward Bermuda as residents made last-minute preparations for the storm that was expected to pass by the island on Monday. (Reuters)
Airline terror baggage ban hits a bum note: musicians — A group of top classical musicians has warned of the threat to artistic life from a hand baggage ban introduced after police foiled an alleged bomb plot against transatlantic airliners. (AFP)
What to do when bumped from a flight — The days of gate agents scrambling to manually rebook stranded passengers, first come first served, by looking up alternative itineraries for each one are largely over. Most airlines have started to use computer programs to rebook passengers automatically. (The New York Times) (Registration required.)
Fewer bags overhead! But more staring at the carousel — In the month since a foiled jet-bombing plot in Britain set off another round of rule changes, Americans once again have proved to be the ultimate Flexible Flyers. (The Los Angeles Times) (Registration required.)
Ontario casino adds sports gambling — Sports betting fans in many states no longer have to travel to Las Vegas to place their wagers. Starting Friday, gamblers in Detroit can do it just over the border in Canada. (AP)
Food that flies well? Skip the cookies, think trail mix — Faced with the tensions of air travel these days even the most healthful eaters may be tempted to find solace in Twinkies. Before you opt for the get-me-some-comfort-food-now! approach to stress reduction, consider other options. Here are some strategies from experts. (The Los Angeles Times) (Registration required.)
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