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Costco erects first-ever class barrier—$4B velvet rope strategy as middle class erodes

Shoppers press against locked glass doors while a smaller group browses quietly inside. Those already shopping are Executive Members. Those waiting are not. Venezuelan VP demands US free Maduro and ...
USA Today

JetBlue plans first class seats in 2026. How Mint fits in.

JetBlue will introduce a domestic-style first class product on some aircraft starting in 2026. The airline's current premium offering, Mint, features lie-flat seats but is only available on select ...
TravelPulse

JetBlue to Introduce First Class on Domestic Flights in 2026

JetBlue is set to add first class to its domestic routes starting in 2026. The rollout of “Mini Mint” or “Junior Mint” will offer a recliner-style premium cabin bridging the gap between coach, extra ...
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We Have the Details of the First Trump-Class Battleship, And We're Not Laughing Anymore

I never thought I would say this in the year 2025, but here it is: the United States is working on a brand-new battleship, the likes of which the seas of the world have not seen in countless decades.
Chronicle

Duke Announces First Members of Class of 2030

Duke has admitted its first 847 students to the Class of 2030. Most of the students – 731 – applied to Duke under the Early Decision process, while 116 arrived through the QuestBridge National College ...
The New York Times

Dutch Return ‘Java Man’ Bones, With 40,000 Fossils Set to Follow

The items were taken in the late 19th century from what was then called the Dutch East Indies. Indonesia had been trying to get them back for decades. By Nina Siegal Reporting from Amsterdam The ...
Seeking Alpha

Southwest Airlines eyes offering first-class seating as its transition continues

Southwest Airlines (LUV) CEO Bob Jordan said at an event on Thursday that the carrier is seriously considering offering first-class seating. The airline company is in the middle of a significant ...
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James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender’s Franchise-Saving Superhero Masterpiece Finds a New Streaming Home Next Month

X-Men: First Class changed the game when it came to the X-Men franchise. Quite literally. The Matthew Vaughn film gave fans a new take on Charles Xavier and his friend-turned-enemy, Erik Lehnsherr ...
Bloomberg L.P.

Airlines Go Beyond First Class to Adapt to Luxury-Seeking Flyers

Caviar, champagne, stretch-out-as-far-you-can legroom and 27-inch seatback screens. Americans are happier than ever to part with their money for a better flying experience — economic uncertainty be ...
AOL

I traveled first class on Amtrak for the first time. The most luxurious perk wasn't even on the train.

The Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge came with many perks, including free snacks and comfy seating. I also enjoyed a complimentary meal and personalized service from a first-class attendant. I've never ...
Forbes

Delta Airlines Surprises The Industry — And Perhaps The First Class Traveller Too

NEW YORK - AUGUST 24 : An Airbus A321 operated by Delta Airlines takes off from JFK Airport on August 24, 2019. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) Airlines ...
AOL

Flying first class with kids just got a lot harder on this luxury airline

Emirates is shaking up the luxury travel experience for families. The airline’s new policies make it harder for parents to bring young children into first-class cabins, leaving many to rethink how ...