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Southwest Airlines Could Triple From Here—Here's How

In the airline industry, there is a company that stands out in its upside potential today, and there is a path for it to potentially triple from today's prices.

MarketBeat

4 Turnaround Stocks to Consider – and 2 More to Keep an Eye On

A turnaround stock is a struggling company with a strong makeover plan that can pay off for intrepid investors.

Kiplinger

Charles Barkley Casts Doubt on LeBron James’s Reason for Skipping Trip to Milwaukee

Charles Barkley isn’t buying LeBron James heading home to rest.

Sports Illustrated

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Southwest Airlines Says New Bag Fees Aren’t As Bad As Luka Doncic Trade

There is a lot to unpack here (no pun intended).

Sports Illustrated

Southwest Ends 'Bags Fly Free' Policy After 50 Years — Here's Who Still Gets Free Checked Luggage

The new move, set to take effect on May 28, marks a major shift in the airline's business model as it struggles with lower earnings.

International Business Times

Southwest Airlines Ends Free Checked Bags for MOST Flyers—Here's Who Still Qualifies

Southwest Airlines ends its long-standing free checked bag policy for most passengers, a significant shift after ditching open seating.

International Business Times UK

Southwest Ditches Free Checked Bag Policy – How Travelers Can Adapt to New Baggage Rules

Bags no longer fly free on Southwest as the airline moves to implement baggage fees in May. Here’s how travelers can save on fees at the airport.

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Checking bags on Southwest will cost you

The airline is ditching its “bags fly free" policy despite having built decades of brand identity and loyalty

Salon

Southwest Airlines Flyers Brutally Mock Company Over Canceled Free Bag Policy: 'Southwest Becoming Spirit Overnight'

Southwest Airlines is being mocked and compared to Spirit Airlines after announcing the end of its free bag policy for most passengers.

Latin Times

Southwest will start charging for checked bags amid slew of firsts for low-cost airline

The airline announced Tuesday it was ending the decades-old policy

The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines coined the phrase 'bags fly free.' Now it’s dropping the 50-year-old perk for everyone except high-status loyalty customers

Six months ago, Southwest said the free-baggage policy was the “moat” that set the airline apart from competitors.

Fortune

Southwest Airlines breaks with another tradition and checked bags will cost you now

Southwest Airlines says it’s going to begin charging certain customers a fee to check bags, as the budget airline continues to look for ways to increase its revenue

The Independent UK

Southwest plane passenger slammed for saving three rows for entire family

A fellow passenger on the flight recalled interacting with the seat saver in a post on Reddit

The Independent UK

Two Southwest passengers get ‘VIP’ experience after discovering they’re the only travelers on their plane

The two friends were traveling from Utah to Arizona

The Independent UK

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Close Call At Chicago Midway Airport: Southwest Plane Avoids Collision

Close call between Southwest Airlines plane and private jet at Chicago Midway Airport raises safety concerns in aviation operations.

The Independent UK

Video: Near miss for Southwest Airlines flight landing in Chicago

The moment a Southwest Airlines plane was involved in a near-miss with a private jet at Chicago Midway Airport as it attempted to land on Tuesday, 25 February, was caught on video.

The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines flight abruptly rises to avoid another plane crossing Chicago runway

Pilots on a Southwest Airlines flight attempting to land at Chicago’s Midway Airport were forced to make the plane climb suddenly to avoid another aircraft crossing the runway

International Business Times

WATCH: Southwest Plane Aborts Landing to Avoid Colliding With Jet in Chicago as FAA Hit by Layoffs

A Southwest Airlines flight at Chicago's Midway Airport swooped up during landing to avoid a close runway collision, as FAA safety concerns mount amid recent layoffs.

The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines plane narrowly avoids colliding with private jet in terrifying moment on airport runway

Flight 2504 managed to land safely after conducting a ‘go-around’ to avoid the Flexjet plane

Kiplinger

Essential Tips for Traveling with Pets: Navigating Airline Policies in 2025

Plan a stress-free flight with your pet in 2025. Learn about airline policies, preparation steps and essential tips for a comfortable journey.

International Business Times UK

Southwest Airlines Layoff Staff For The First Time In Company's History: Over 1500 Jobs To Be Cut By April

Southwest Airlines, facing challenges and pressure from investors, will cut 1,750 corporate jobs—its first-ever layoffs—to save millions.

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