The images from the Aeroflot jet crash in Moscow are difficult to view. First, a violent landing captured by a nearby security camera shows the aircraft almost…… Read more “Leave the Luggage Behind, Fly Safe”
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Jet Fuel Prices, Route Expansions
As expected, the United States moved forward in its effort to quash Iran’s ability to sell oil. As part of the plan, nations that use Iranian oil…… Read more “Jet Fuel Prices, Route Expansions”
Flying Fit
I’m heading on the road in the next few weeks for some long-haul travel. The notion of crossing time zones, flying over the ocean and meeting strangers…… Read more “Flying Fit”
Plane, Train, Boat and Booze
There’s no question part of travel involves indulgence. That can mean a massage at the hotel spa, a fancy meal, or an upgrade to a business class…… Read more “Plane, Train, Boat and Booze”
Labor Market for Financial Misconduct: Women Less Likely to Retain Jobs
By Giovanna Bellotti Azevedo Ten years after the 2008 financial crisis, trust in the financial sector has reached an all-time low. The Edelman Trust Barometer ranks financial…… Read more “Labor Market for Financial Misconduct: Women Less Likely to Retain Jobs”
Trump Aims to Cut Iran’s Oil Exports to Zero, Bringing New Pain to China
The Trump administration will resume placing sanctions on nations that purchase oil from Iran effective May 2. It’s an attempt to impact Iran’s money making abilities by…… Read more “Trump Aims to Cut Iran’s Oil Exports to Zero, Bringing New Pain to China”
Libya’s ‘Volcano of Anger’ drives up oil prices
The escalation of fighting over Libya’s capital, Tripoli, is putting oil production and exports at risk. The price of crude oil soared to the highest level since…… Read more “Libya’s ‘Volcano of Anger’ drives up oil prices”
The Business of Branding
United Airlines will soon have a new look. The paint scheme on its jets, otherwise known as its livery will get a “refresh” of sorts. According to…… Read more “The Business of Branding”
NYC Finds Electric Vehicles to be the Cheapest Cars in its Fleet
New York City found that servicing costs for its all-electric vehicles are less expensive than its gas, hybrid or hybrid plug-in models, which could help advance adoption…… Read more “NYC Finds Electric Vehicles to be the Cheapest Cars in its Fleet”
Coca-Cola Uses How Much Plastic?
On Thursday, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation published a report on companies who have committed to full transparency about their plastic use and production. These included giants like…… Read more “Coca-Cola Uses How Much Plastic?”
“Yang’s Universal Attraction”
“Yang’s Universal Attraction” The year is 2019, and the first indication of wide-ranging political resonance for universal basic income…is a meme. Three days ago, the Internet meme…… Read more ““Yang’s Universal Attraction””
Luggage Obsession
Aviation is my first love. Luggage and packing tools are a close second. While I’m not obsessed with neatness, I do have a penchant for organization. A…… Read more “Luggage Obsession”
