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Woman Kicked Off Flight After Pulling Woman's Hair, Saying She 'Didn't Want to Sit Next to a Fat Lady'

A woman was removed from a flight en route to Kansas City after having a breakdown after boarding, saying she did not want to sit next to "a f***ing fat lady".

Latin Times

No More Free Bags? Why This Could Be A Costly Mistake For Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines has long been celebrated for its customer-friendly policies, notably the “Bags Fly Free” perk that distinguished it from competitors. However, as of May 28, 2025, this hallmark policy has been retired. Passengers now face fees of $35 for the first checked bag and $45 for the second, aligning…

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Don’t Get Caught Off Guard by Southwest’s New Portable Battery Policy

Flying with a power bank? Southwest’s new policy may change how you use it onboard.

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Revealed: The best and worst US airlines for carry-on baggage allowance

We analyzed the often convoluted baggage rules and fees for the nine biggest American carriers and discovered that some are definitely more generous than others when it comes to leeway with luggage

The Independent UK

The first major US airline has changed the rules around portable chargers and batteries — what you need to know

Southwest has become the first U.S. airline to introduce portable charger restrictions out of fire anxiety.

Tom’s Guide

Airlines raked in over $7B in revenue thanks to check-in bag fees

Southwest has ended its nearly 50-year "Bags Fly Free" policy, joining other U.S. airlines in profiting from record checked bag fees.

The Independent UK

United is narrowing its check-in window for US flights. Here's how it compares to other airlines

Stragglers beware: U.S. travelers flying with United Airlines will have to check in to domestic flights a little earlier starting next week

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Southwest Airlines flyers warned of final day before decades-old policy change

Southwest had built campaigns around its policy of letting passengers check up to two bags for free

The Independent UK

Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025: Airline Credit Card Rewards Programs

In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated financial providers. Find out which airline credit card rewards programs came out on top.

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Southwest makes another policy change for passengers - this time with how you charge your phone

Southwest Airlines will introduce a new policy on May 28 that will require flyers to use their portable chargers in plain sight

The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines will require chargers be kept out while in use because of battery fire concerns

Passengers on Southwest Airlines flights will soon be required to keep their portable chargers in plain sight while using them because of concerns about the growing number of lithium battery fires

The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines hints at a significant international expansion and more foreign flights

Filing with Transportation Department points at broader goals.

Fortune

If You’re Having A Bad Day, Here Are 43 Wholesome Posts To Cheer You Up

Change your sad mood with these cute and wholesome posts!

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The best airline depends on where you sit, finds J.D. Power's 2025 airline satisfaction survey

With bookings down, customer service might be more important this year.

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Southwest Airlines Passenger Stripped Down and Pooped in Her Seat Midflight

A Southwest Airlines passenger stripped naked and defecated in her seat during a flight to Chicago.

International Business Times

Southwest Airlines Slashes Flight Schedule and Suspends Outlook, Citing Economic Uncertainty

Southwest Airlines cuts flights and suspends its financial outlook as economic uncertainty weakens travel demand.

MarketBeat

Unusual Options Activity Signals Bullish Shift to Travel Stocks

With a sudden shift in sentiment for travel stocks, investors now have a window of opportunity to squeeze through two stocks.

The Independent UK

Passengers on Southwest flight evacuated after engine fire forces plane's return

All passengers on a Southwest Airlines flight are safe after their plane had to be evacuated when an engine fire forced it to return to a Houston airport

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The Independent UK

Southwest Airlines irks customers by killing another popular policy

Southwest announced a slew of changes last month that go into effect on May 28

The Independent UK

Frontier Airlines makes major bag policy change in jab at Southwest

Frontier announced two deals for passengers booking travel this week in response to Southwest’s policy changes

International Business Times

Frontier Airlines Offers Free Bags to Lure Frustrated Southwest Passengers

Frontier Airlines offers free checked bags to attract Southwest passengers upset over the airline's new baggage fees.

MarketBeat

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.

Kiplinger

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.

Sports Illustrated

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

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

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