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[ad_1] An American Airlines 777 is loaded with cargo at Philadelphia International Airport. Leslie Josephs/CNBC Airlines' cargo revenue is slumping. That's a sign of good news for travel recovery. Delta , United and American this month each reported year-over-year declines of about 40% in their second-quarter cargo revenue. For the first half of 2023, Delta's cargo business generated $381 million, down from $561 million in the first half of 2022, while American's cargo unit brought in $420 million compared with $692 million in the first six months of last year. United brought in $760 million from cargo so far this year, down from $1.2 billion a year earlier. Zoom In Icon Arrows pointing outwards Meanwhile, airlines are reporting record revenue , if not earnings , thanks to the rebound in travel demand. That means the business impact of cargo, which once helped prop up airlines' revenue during the Covid pandemic travel plunge, has faded. Cargo revenue at Unite

[ad_1] Located in Noida, Ved Van is a park honouring the Saptarshi and the Vedas. (Image: Instagram) The park features a number of attractions that feature lines from the four Vedic literary works; Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, Sama Veda, and Atharva Veda. Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, officially unveiled India’s first park, Ved Van Park, with a Vedic theme in Sector 78 in Noida. The area is known as the Ved Van Park and is home to more than 50,000 plants, including the coconut, kalpavriksha, and banyan, which are described in Vedic literature. The park’s construction started in January 2021, and according to reports, it now occupies the site of a trash yard. The soil has to be compacted in order to provide a favourable environment for tree planting and to make building easier. The Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, Sama Veda, and Atharva Veda are all represented in wall murals and sculptures at the park, which is thought to have cost Rs 27 crores to build. Other attractions in

[ad_1] Shenaz Treasurywala has always been a travel enthusiast and loves exploring fascinating new cultures and quirky places around the world. Shenaz Treasurywala talks about the unique experiences she went through while exploring our country for the show It Happens Only in India. Shenaz Treasurywala started off her journey in showbiz with video jockeying and acting, but has found immense success as a travel vlogger in the past 5 years. her social media following has grown manifold as Shenaz started posting about her experiences while travelling in India and also sharing videos on YouTube. So it comes as no surprise that she was roped in for ‘It Happens Only in India’, National Geographic’s show exploring the fascinating and enriching stories of the country. Here are excerpts from an interview where she talks about what to expect from this season of It Happens Only in India, the fascinating stories she came across and her journey as a travel influencer. What made you take up thi

[ad_1] Paris  — Just 10 months before the opening of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, the French capital is battling an invasion of bedbugs. The tiny pests were first reported in hotels and vacation rental apartments across the city during the summer. Then there were sightings in movie theaters and, in recent days, there have even been reports of bedbugs crawling around on seats in both national high-speed trains and the Paris Metro system. One metro train driver was dismayed to find some of the unwelcome guests in his driver's cabin. A suspected bedbug is seen crawling on the armrest of a train travelling between Paris and Lille, France, in a photo posted online by X user "LaTogolaise." Reuters/TWITTER/@_LaTogolaise Horrified train passengers have shared videos of the insects on social media, prompting many travelers to pay extra attention before the

[ad_1] Newer, exciting and elevated desserts that blend the traditional with the very modern and international and attract all Desserts hold a special allure, particularly for those seeking distinctive and refined experiences Indians have a deep affection for our festivals, and our love for sweets allows us to fully relish the diverse flavors of these celebrations. Today’s consumers are well-traveled and open to culinary experimentation. They eagerly embrace innovative desserts that seamlessly merge traditional Indian tastes with contemporary and international influences. These desserts hold a special allure, particularly for those seeking distinctive and refined experiences. India has so much to offer in terms of flavours and fun and Baskin Robbins pays homage to the same with their extensive range of delectable desserts. Gulab Jamun Sundae As the festive season in India approaches, there’s a familiar aroma that fills the air with the sweet spices and sugary notes of fresh Gulab

[ad_1] A United Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft lands at San Francisco International Airport in California on March 13, 2019. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images United Airlines said Monday that it has found loose bolts on door plugs of several Boeing 737 Max 9 planes during inspections spurred when a panel of that type blew out during an Alaska Airlines flight using that type of aircraft last week. Alaska Airlines later Monday said its initial inspections of the jets had turned up "loose hardware" and that, "No aircraft will be returned to service" until formal reviews are complete. "The safety of these aircraft is our priority and we will take the time and steps necessary to ensure their airworthiness, in close partnership with the FAA," Alaska Airlines said in a statement. The Federal Aviation Administration on Saturday grounded dozens of 737 Max 9s after the panel blew out midflight on Alaska Flight 1282. Alaska has 65 of the Max 9 planes in it

[ad_1] People gather outside the ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore on January 17, 2023. (Photo by Roslan RAHMAN / AFP) (Photo by ROSLAN RAHMAN/AFP via Getty Images) Roslan Rahman | Afp | Getty Images SINGAPORE — Singapore is set to allow non-fully vaccinated travelers to enter the country without a negative pre-departure test from next week, health authorities announced Thursday. The country is set to remove mask-wearing on public transport from Monday, as it seeks to exit the "acute phase" of the pandemic, said the Ministry of Health. The country's Covid task force, created in January 2020, will be deactivated. "Our Covid situation has remained stable over the recent months, despite increased travel over the year and holidays and China's shift from zero Covid," said Singapore's deputy prime minister Lawrence Wong, who is also co-chair of the Covid task force. "Our population has developed a high level of hybrid immunity. The r

[ad_1] People walk in Central Park as smoke from wildfires in Canada cause hazy conditions in New York City on June 7, 2023.  Timothy A. Clary | AFP | Getty Images Smoke from Canada wildfires is set to disrupt flights again Thursday after hundreds were delayed a day earlier due to decreased visibility, the Federal Aviation Administration said. The FAA said it will "likely need to take steps to manage the flow of traffic safely into New York City, DC, Philadelphia and Charlotte due to reduced visibility from wildfire smoke." Traffic to Philadelphia International Airport was paused until 9:15 a.m., the FAA said. Hundreds of flights at LaGuardia Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport were delayed on Wednesday due to the heavy smoke. The FAA had briefly paused traffic altogether into LaGuardia during the day. As of about 9 a.m. ET on Thursday, there were nearly 800 flights delayed across the U.S., according to flight-tracker FlightAware . This story is developing

[ad_1] Passenger planes sit on the tarmac at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Nov. 4, 2022, before China ended Covid-related restrictions on travel. Future Publishing | Future Publishing | Getty Images BEIJING — China announced late Monday that travelers will no longer need to quarantine upon arrival on the mainland starting Jan. 8. The forthcoming shift follows an abrupt relaxation this month in domestic Covid controls. The changes end the bulk of the most restrictive measures that China had imposed for nearly three years under its zero-Covid policy. Since March 2020, travelers to the mainland have had to quarantine , typically at a designated hotel and for 14 days. That isolation period subsequently began to increase to 21 days or more for some travelers, before China began cutting quarantine times this summer. Current policy requires five days of quarantine at a centralized facility, followed by three days at home. China's National Health Commission also said th

[ad_1] As the first restriction-free summer travel season since COVID-19 began approaches, an unprecedented number of Americans are applying for new passports, causing longer-than-usual wait times.  Many people who put travel on pause during the pandemic are now realizing that their passport has expired. The State Department is fielding 500,000 passport applications a week  and is on track to break the record it set last year, when it issued 22 million of the documents, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said recently.  The surging demand means there's no time to waste to get a new passport. "Don't wait — get your application in immediately," said Scott Keyes, founder of Going, a flight deals website. "Do your future self a favor by getting this requirement out of the way." He added: "This is not a negotiable topic. If you don't have your passport in time for an international fight, you're not go

[ad_1] Travelers walk at a terminal hall in Beijing Capital International Airport, China. Tingshu Wang | Reuters The United States is planning to lift a  Covid testing requirement  for travelers from China put in place earlier this year, a source familiar with the matter told NBC News on Tuesday. The plan,  first  reported by the Washington Post, would nix the China-specific requirements that were implemented in early January. The U.S. began requiring a pre-departure negative Covid test for travelers ages 2 and up flying from China on Jan. 5. The policy followed a  surge  in coronavirus cases in China after it ended its strict Covid-zero policy. [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/health/u-s-plans-to-lift-covid-testing-requirements-for-travelers-from-china/?feed_id=221405&_unique_id=658e53bea387a

[ad_1] Discover the perfect essence of a Barbie summer in California Amidst the captivating Barbie trend, California emerges as the playground of dreams, where you can live out your Barbie fantasy in utmost style and splendor Embark on an enchanting journey as Barbiecore sets the world aglow, elevating the allure of pink-themed travel on runways, red carpets, and home decor. Amidst this captivating trend, California emerges as the playground of dreams, where you can live out your Barbie fantasy in utmost style and splendor. Whether you venture alone, with cherished friends, or beloved family, the Golden State beckons you to unleash your imagination. Revel in opulent shopping sprees, embark on thrilling escapades, and immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Californian culture. At these five breathtaking destinations, discover the perfect essence of a Barbie summer, where reality blends seamlessly with dreams. Greater Palm Springs Step into a vibrant, pink paradise as you ventu

[ad_1] American Airlines plane Silas Stein | picture alliance | Getty Images American Airlines pilots' union said Thursday that they agreed to a sweetened offer for a new labor contract, less than two weeks after a richer deal at rival United Airlines derailed voting at American. The new preliminary agreement includes pay matching with United, whose pilots are on track to get about 40% raises over four years, and at Delta Air Lines , whose aviators approved their contract in March , as well as other improvements. American CEO Robert Isom last week increased the company's offer by about $1 billion . "We appreciate the Allied Pilots Association for its collaborative work to reach an updated agreement on a four-year contract for American's pilots," American said in a statement. "It's a contract we're proud of and one our pilots deserve." American's pilots would start voting on the new deal in August. The deal is the latest in the trans

[ad_1] (CNN) — For medical school student Nikhil, that New Year's Eve was emotional, cathartic and unexpected. It was December 2010. Nikhil's father had recently passed away from cancer. Nikhil, then in his 20s, and his brother, who are Indian American, traveled from their home in the US to western India to scatter some of their father's ashes. "We decided to spread his remains in an ancestral place," Nikhil tells CNN Travel today. Afterward, the two brothers extended the trip. "We were going to be there over the New Year, and so we decided to go to Goa, up on the western coast, which is known for some of the best New Year's celebrations in India," says Nikhil. One of Nikhil's oldest friends flew in to join them, and the trio headed to the golden beaches and buzzy bars of Goa. They set their sights on ringing in 2011 at Tito's, a beachside club famous for its New Year's Eve extravaganzas. "Goa, during New Year's, is packed,

[ad_1] An American Airlines 777 is loaded with cargo at Philadelphia International Airport. Leslie Josephs/CNBC Airlines' cargo revenue is slumping. That's a sign of good news for travel recovery. Delta , United and American this month each reported year-over-year declines of about 40% in their second-quarter cargo revenue. For the first half of 2023, Delta's cargo business generated $381 million, down from $561 million in the first half of 2022, while American's cargo unit brought in $420 million compared with $692 million in the first six months of last year. United brought in $760 million from cargo so far this year, down from $1.2 billion a year earlier. Zoom In Icon Arrows pointing outwards Meanwhile, airlines are reporting record revenue , if not earnings , thanks to the rebound in travel demand. That means the business impact of cargo, which once helped prop up airlines' revenue during the Covid pandemic travel plunge, has faded. Cargo revenue at Unite