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The Federal Aviation Administration just gave Delta Air Lines a big break — by allowing it to fly less.The issue has to do with FAA slot rules. The Atlanta-based carrier maintains hub operations at two airports with FAA slot controls, LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, and a sizable presence at a third, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), just outside of Washington, D....

It’s a soft, mellow tune with simple lyrics, yet its place in American folk music history is undeniable. “Goodnight Irene " has been recorded and performed by countless artists over the years. Before all of that, it was fundamental in changing the life of the man who would become known as Leadbelly. Leadbelly and “Goodnight Irene” By far the most interesting story about the American folk song, “Goodnight Irene,” comes from none other than folk-blues pioneer Huddie Ledbetter (aka Leadbelly)....

My easy garlic Parmesan angel hair pasta recipe is rich, buttery, and the ultimate dinner for any garlic lover! Sauteed garlic in a creamy Parmesan sauce coats delicate angel hair pasta and makes a rich comfort food your whole family will enjoy! Garlic & Parmesan Pasta Nothing gets my family running to the dinner table like the smell of garlic butter and Parmesan cheese. Sometimes, simplicity is best. With only a handful of ingredients, all designed to enhance or complement the creamy garlic, their quality makes a big difference....

Jump to Recipe Greek pasta salad is an easy side dish full of farfalle pasta, kalamata olives, red onion, cherry tomatoes, artichokes, and Greek dressing! Oh, and we can’t forget the salty, tangy feta cheese! The next time you need a quick and easy side dish, whip up some Greek pasta salad because the flavor combination is refreshing and perfect for summer! Easy Greek Pasta Salad Recipe This quick and easy Greek pasta salad is the perfect last-minute side dish!...

Bebop is a style of jazz that developed in the 1940s and is characterized by improvisation, fast tempos, rhythmic unpredictability, and harmonic complexity. World War II brought an end to the heyday of swing and saw the beginnings of bebop. Big bands began to shrivel as musicians were sent overseas to fight. For this reason, the 1940s saw a surge in smaller ensembles, such as quartets and quintets. Groups often consisted of one or two horns—usually saxophone and/or trumpet—bass, drums, and piano....

JetBlue sees its planned merger with Spirit Airlines as the best way to become a true national competitor against the likes of Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and even its Northeast partner American Airlines.“JetBlue just wants to compete,” JetBlue’s chief operating officer Joanna Geraghty said Tuesday. “We want to be a national challenger brand.”Still, she acknowledged the merger could take longer than those engineered by JetBlue’s peers during the past two decades....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.After reading about how fake heiress Anna Delvey swindled New York City’s social elite and the now-Bonvoy property 11 Howard last year, the hotel was on my radar. When it popped up as reasonably priced accommodation for a recent New York City trip, my curiosity got the better of me.Not only did the hotel look like where all the cool kids stay (and dine and party, apparently), but I couldn’t help but recall the mentions of the hotel where the con artist reportedly slipped staff members $100 bills as tips during her stay of several months until one day when she couldn’t pay her $30,000-plus bill and was evicted from the hotel....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Each day, untold throngs of tourists descend on the Hawaiian islands that everyone has heard of: Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island. There’s another island that sits less than 10 miles from the Westin Ka’anapali, but practically speaking, it may as well be on the other side of the planet. Molokai is home to less than 10,000 residents, with a population density of around 30 people per square mile....

Editor’s note: This story has been updated.If you’ve been putting off renewing your U.S. passport, you can soon avoid the logistical hassle of mailing or bringing in your physical passport and supporting documents.Starting in March, the U.S. Department of State plans to expand its current pilot program to allow Americans to widely renew passports online. This follows successful pilot programs limited to a certain number of applicants.Status of online passport renewal programSince its initial launch — which the agency opened up to 25,000 applicants on a first-come, first-served basis — the department has conducted limited pilot programs for more people....

There’s bad news for dog owners trying to bring their pets to the U.S.Beginning on Wednesday, July 14, new rules from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention take effect that bar dogs from entering the U.S. from countries classified as high risk for dog rabies.Any dog that arrives from a high-risk country, or a dog that’s been in a high-risk country during the past six months, will not be allowed to be brought into the U....

Scrambled eggs are a breakfast classic that can be whipped up to tasty perfection in no time at all! Fluffy, creamy, and quick. These scrambled eggs are whisked with rich half & half and salt before being cooked in butter, so they’re ultra-delicious! Fluffy Scrambled Eggs Recipe Who doesn’t love classic, fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth scrambled eggs? They’re one of my favorite quick breakfasts to make. I love how quickly they can be whipped up (just 5 minutes from start to finish), and how they can please kids and adults alike!...

Jump to Recipe Stuffing vs dressing: is there actually a difference between the two or are they two different names for the same dish? In this post, I’m going to break down all of the differences and similarities. Plus, you’ll even get some tasty recipes to go with it! Stuffing & Dressing Debate We all know and love stuffing (and dressing) and commonly think of these tasty side dishes when the holidays roll around....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Flight deal website Scott’s Cheap Flights has released its ranking of the best and worst US airports for cheap international flights, along with some helpful advice on how to snag inexpensive fares.To perhaps no one’s surprise, New York City’s JFK topped the list with 436 cheap international flight deals sent to Scott’s Cheap Flights members. New York’s JFK tops the list because not only is it an American and Delta hub, but it also is the home base for JetBlue and served by more than 70 international airlines, Scott’s Cheap Flights said in a press release....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.If you’re amongst the 90 million people expected to travel during Thanksgiving weekend, your holiday plans might mean spending Black Friday in uncharted shopping territory. To solve this retail dilemma, TPG Contributor Liana Lozada has rounded up the best mega-mall Black Friday promotions around the country. Read on for info on around-the-clock hours and hard-to-resist incentives.MiamiAn entrance to Aventura Mall, home to over 300 retailers and brands....

Question: What are Intervals? Answer: An interval is the difference between two pitches measured by half steps. It is also defined as the distance of one note to another note. In Western music, the smallest interval used is the half step. Learning about intervals makes it easier to play scales and chords. Intervals have two characteristics: the type or quality of an interval (ex. major, perfect, etc.) and the size or distance of an interval (ex....

Jump to Recipe If you want to know what to serve with Cajun shrimp, check out this list of delicious side dishes that will help you complete your meal! These recipes all complement the zesty Cajun flavors from the shrimp and are sure to make your meal perfect! Whether you’re looking for a vegetable dish to serve on the side or a hearty meal to add your shrimp to, I’ve got the recipes you need!...

Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.American Airlines just recently expanded its Economy Web Specials to all domestic routes. And today, travelers are being treated to some incredible deals on many of these domestic routes. For dates in 2020, we are seeing exceptional availability on many routes for just 5,000 miles each way.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Car rental company Hertz and biometric identification company CLEAR have partnered to offer renters the ability to use their fingerprint or face to pick up a car. The partnership marks the first time a rental car company has teamed up with a biometric solution.The Hertz Fast Lane powered by CLEAR, which launched on Tuesday, drastically reduces the time spent to pick up a car....

Zucchini fritters are an incredibly easy appetizer or snack that’s loaded with savory flavors and perfect for any occasion! These crispy cakes are a wonderful way to use up any extra zucchini you have in your kitchen or from your garden! Plus, they’re a super delicious way to sneak in veggies for the kids! Easy Zucchini Fritters These zucchini fritters are a quick and easy way to transform your summer squash into a dish that will be loved by all....

We’ve previously tackled sharks, plants and various things that go bump in the night (at the campsite). And now, it’s time for the bugs. Films revolving around murderous, marauding and/or mutated insects – and arachnids – have been causing moviegoers to cringe, itch, scream and furiously clean their kitchens for decades now, starting with the classic giant bug sci-fi flicks of the 1950s continuing through the 1970s with a slew of animals-run-amok movies and peaking in the 1980s with exploitation films that marry super-icky special effects with entomophobia....