HURRICANE IDALIA

 

HURRICANE IDALIA PHOTOS

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: TROPICAL STORM ETA MAPS

Tropical Storm ETA and impacts for Florida

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THE FLYING LIFE

What do flight crews do during a layover after a 14-hour flight? How long is a layover after a 14-hour flight?

Answer (1 of 2): A typical flight for me is like the one I have on Christmas Day. I leave Newark at 7:45 pm, fly all night and land in Frankfurt, Germany at 9:15 am (German time) the next day. We have a bus or limo waiting for us at the airport and it takes us to the hotel.

 

 


THE FLYING LIFE: AIRPORTS AND TRAVEL

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THE FLYING LIFE: WHAT’S NEW?

October 2, 2019

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: TROPICAL STORM IMELDA PHOTOS

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: AIRPORT EDITION

Which U.S. airport is now the busiest in the world?

 

 

These are the busiest airports in the world – Lonely Planet

The world’s busiest airport is once again Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The Airports Council International has released its annual world…

But the best airport in the world is….

 

 
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FLIGHT REVIEW: Wizz Air Economy Class A320-232 LTN-KEF – KARRYON

You’ve swung the deal of the century on an open-jaw deal to Europe. Now you need the connecting flights that will get you from one cultural haven to the next. […]


THE FLYING LIFE: HURRICANE EDITION

PHOTOS AND STORIES

 

 

Hurricane Dorian developed on August 24 as a tropical wave in the central Atlantic. Further development occurred from August 26 to August 28; the storm affected Caribbean nations and territories devastated by hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. Hurricane Dorian was the fifth tropical storm of the season. As Dorian crossed St. Lucia in the Eastern Caribbean as a tropical storm, the system gradually intensified while moving toward the Lesser Antilles before becoming a hurricane on August 28. Elsewhere in the Lesser Antilles, impacts from now hurricane Dorian were relatively minor.
Dorian rapidly intensified into a major Category
Four on August 31 and the next day Dorian reached Category 5 status with sustained winds of 185 mph.
On September 1 Dorian made landfall in the Bahamas in Elbow Cay, east of Abaco Island with 185 mph sustained winds and gusts over 200 mph. Dorian was now the most potent known tropical cyclone to impact the northwestern Bahamas. Only hours later Hurricane Dorian now a slightly weakened storm with 180 mph winds made landfall on Grand Bahama.
In essence, stopping forward motion for the next 36 hours Dorian remained over the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahama Island from September 1 to September 3.
Hurricane Dorian started to weaken after an eyewall replacement cycle and became a category 2 hurricane on September 3, but regained category 3 status as it moved to warmer water off the Florida coast. From September 3 to September 4 Dorian slowly moved North up the Florida East coast without making landfall until reaching Cape Hatteras, North Carolina with wind speeds of 90 mph. More than 200,000 people were without power in North Carolina.
By September 7 Hurricane Dorian became Tropical storm Dorian with winds of 100 mph as it passed by Nova Scotia and out to the North Atlantic.

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Maine man describes riding out Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas

Denny Denham assisted in the aid effort on Grand Bahama island for almost a week before returning Saturday to his home in Gray.


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Post-tropical cyclone Dorian weakens as it heads out to sea after lashing Canada

It brought widespread blackouts to hundreds of thousands of Canadians.

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Getting the beach off the roads

Cleanup along Oregon Inlet, North Carolina, has already started. On Sunday, Sept. 8, the sand and water that Hurricane Dorian blew onto the highway had to be moved back to the beaches where they came from.

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: HURRICANE DORIAN EDITION

PHOTOS AND INFORMATION

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: AIRPORTS AND HOTELS

NEWS FOR AUGUST 13, 2019

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Riot police storm Hong Kong airport as protesters force second day of flight cancellations

Hong Kong International Airport has canceled all remaining flight departures for the second straight day due to protests.

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Severe storms to rumble across 1,000-mile stretch of eastern US into Tuesday night

The storm system responsible for triggering severe weather across the Midwest Monday and Monday night will continue to bring a threat for severe weather into Tuesday night from parts of the South to the mid-Atlantic coast.


THE TRAVEL LIFE: AIRPLANES

JET AIRPLANES AND AIRPORTS

 
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CarefreeGoldens on Twitter: “Met new friends today at @phxskyharbor @southwestair terminal while they were waiting for their flight. They were so sweet to us. ❤️Enzo Cooper❤️#carefreegoldens #navigatorbuddies #AmericaFriendliestAirport #GoldenRetriever #goldenretrieverlovers #phxdogmag #SouthwestAirlines pic.twitter.com/bRof7WzC3Y / Twitter”

Met new friends today at @phxskyharbor @southwestair terminal while they were waiting for their flight. They were so sweet to us. ❤️Enzo Cooper❤️#carefreegoldens #navigatorbuddies #AmericaFriendliestAirport #GoldenRetriever #goldenretrieverlovers #phxdogmag #SouthwestAirlines pic.twitter.com/bRof7WzC3Y


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WeatherNation on Twitter: “🚨 MUST SEE VIDEO 🚨Rotating supercell thunderstorms 🌩️ raced across northeastern #Colorado on Sunday. This storm eventually spawned a #tornado 🌪️ near the town of Yuma. #COwx pic.twitter.com/lwOVhYutBf / Twitter”

🚨 MUST SEE VIDEO 🚨Rotating supercell thunderstorms 🌩️ raced across northeastern #Colorado on Sunday. This storm eventually spawned a #tornado 🌪️ near the town of Yuma. #COwx pic.twitter.com/lwOVhYutBf


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Captain Dave on Twitter: “Thanks for extracting our landing from the video! I enjoyed it! Hope it wasn’t too worrying for the passengers in the breezy conditions. @Airbus @AirbusintheUK @British_Airways #A380 https://t.co/jfGSo7wG0Y / Twitter”

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THE FLYING LIFE: AIRPLANES

COME TAKE A FLIGHT

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Spirit Airline Flight Surprise By Bat Seen Flying Around Cabin Mid-Flight

The bat is believed to have sneaked onboard during overnight maintenance.

Review: Aer Lingus Arrivals Lounge Dublin Airport

A detailed review of Aer Lingus’ Revivals Lounge at Dublin Airprot, which is a great place to grab a shower and coffee after an overnight flight.

Luxurious and Private: A Review Of Delta A350 Suites Business Class

Delta One Suites aboard the Airbus A350 are ultra-private thanks to closing doors. But that’s just the beginning.

Singapore Airlines A380 (New) Business Class Review

A detailed review of the Singapore Airlines A380 New Business Class cabin as experienced on a 13+ hour flight between London and Singapore.

Air India is rated “Bad” with 1.4 / 5 on Trustpilot

Do you agree with Air India’s TrustScore? Voice your opinion today and hear what 741 customers have already said.

Review: Qatar Airways A350 Qsuite from Frankfurt to Doha

Read here my review of my flight in Qatar Airways’ revolutionary new Business Class seat, called the Qsuite, onboard an Airbus A350 aircraft.

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: AIRPLANES AND AIRPORTS

JUST FLYING AROUND

 

 

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10 Best Cities for Business Travel

These cities have it all: great airports, access to comfortable and affordable accommodation, public transport and fun things to do in the off hours.


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Parking reservation system helps make summer travel a breeze at Houston’s Airports | Houston Airport System

HOUSTON – HOUSTON – With millions of passengers expected to pass through Houston’s airports during the summer travel season, there are lots of things to do to prepare for your trip, but there is one thing you won’t have to worry about – a place to park at the airport.

Veronica Lloyd on Twitter: “I can’t get over how weird I find this. @SouthwestAir please get it together pic.twitter.com/bEHkMMgGXU / Twitter”

I can’t get over how weird I find this. @SouthwestAir please get it together pic.twitter.com/bEHkMMgGXU

Spirit Airline Flight Surprise By Bat Seen Flying Around Cabin Mid-Flight

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THE FLYING LIFE: AIRPORTS AND AIRPLANES

JULY 31, 2019


May Evening Spotting at TPA

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[4K] AIR CHINA BOEING 777-39L(ER) LAX ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE – PLANE SPOTTING – JUNE 2019

planespotting #boeing777 #laxplanespotting Air China Boeing 777-39L(ER) Reg: B-2047 (50° Anniversaire Chine-France Livery) flight CA987 & CA988 to and from Beijing arrives and departs LAX on June 16th, 2019. EQUIPMENT I USE: Camera: Panasonic WXF991K Editing Software: Lumafusion on the iPad Pro 2018 Tripod: Cartoni Focus HD PURCHASE THE GEAR HERE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/airlinevideos?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_own_airlinevideos_dp_8g3kWeucHGjgC *This footage is property of AIRLINEVIDEOS and can not be used without permission from AIRLINEVIDEOS.

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: FLYING AROUND

NEWS JULY 28, 2019

TWA Hotel Now Charging Non-Guests for Pool Access – The Points Guy

The TWA Hotel at New York’s JFK Airport has ditched free pool access and is now charging non-guests for observation deck day passes.

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Air Service Development is Economic Development

In the old days in the U.S., if your town had a railroad station, the town flourished. If not, your town struggled. It may seem like times were simpler then. But the basic concept of transportation remains the same.

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AEROPORT LYON SAINT EXUPERY (69) | Timelapse

AEROPORT LYON SAINT EXUPERY (69). Découvrez en quelques minutes plusieurs années de construction https://www.lyonaeroports.com/ Nous contacter : http://www.devisubox.com/contact Les services : Taxi aeroport lyon : http://www.taxislyonaeroport.com/ Hotel aerport lyon saint exupery : https://www.lyonaeroports.com/shopping-services/hotels Parking aeroport Lyon : https://www.lyonaeroports.com/shopping-services/hotels Navette aeroport lyon : https://www.rhonexpress.fr/ TCL : tcl.fr Présentation de Devisubox : Time Lapse HD et Suivi de Chantier en Temps Réel réalisés par Devisubox : http://www.devisubox.com/fr Devisubox est leader sur le marché européen de solution visuelle de suivi de chantier.

Airlines see improving airport experience as top priority – Business Traveller

While travellers have given higher marks to the in-air experience in recent years, satisfaction is lower when it comes to spending time in airport…


THE FLYING LIFE: ON THE ROAD AND A KITTEN VIDEO

WHAT’S THE NEWS?

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Sky Hi

Dear Fans, About 15 years ago, I came up with a wacky idea for a book that concerned a young artist (a bit like myself) who attempts to sm…

Are these airplane seats the future of economy? – CNN

Flying economy has never been glamorous, but these streamlined seat prototypes from Airbus might make those cheap tickets a bit more alluring.



THE FLYING LIFE:NEWS

NEWS –JULY 26,2019

 

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How airlines decide where they will and won’t fly

As tensions heat up over Iran, airlines including Qantas are changing their flight routes. Who decides where planes can and can’t fly – and where is strictly off-limits?

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World’s biggest airlines racked up $35B in ancillary revenue from things like bag fees last year

The world’s largest airlines raked in more than $35 billion US in ancillary revenues last year, a figure that has grown by more than 16 times in barely the past decade. That’s one of the main takeaways from a new report by Wisconsin-based consultancy IdeaWorksCompany, which partnered with Irish t

Legroom on Planes Has Been Shrinking for Years. It’s About to Get Much, Much Worse

Budget airlines in Asia are leading a push to stuff more people into jets flying the most popular routes.

Imagine If You Could Redeem Your Airline Points At Restaurants And Retailers, Too

For the customer, the benefits of expanded loyalty programs are obvious: more ways to earn and redeem points. But for travel companies, making loyalty points a more universal currency may be equally attractive, growing the revenue pie and the individual slices for all.

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Southwest Announces Its Departure From Newark

During their second-quarter earnings call, Southwest Airlines chief executive Gary C. Kelly announced the airline’s retreat out of Newark Liberty International Airport. While the carrier claims it was because of the extended grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX, other reports suggest United Airlines may have played a part.



THE FLYING LIFE: TRAVEL NEWS

TWEETS JULY 24, 2019

 

Which Aircraft Have United’s New Polaris and Premium Plus Seats? – Air Travel Analysis

United (sort of) recently has undergone several changes in its long-haul premium products. Firstly, at the end of 2016 (I know, it’s already been 2.5 years), United introduced Polaris, its new international business class product with updated lounges, amenities, and seats. Unfortunately, they took a long time to retrofit their aircraft with the new seats […]

Allegiant Air Tests Premium Economy Seating on Some Flights – The Points Guy

Allegiant Air is testing a new premium economy product on its Airbus A320 family fleet from Los Angeles this summer.

Man is handcuffed to wheelchair and removed from plane

Shocking footage shows angry passenger removed from an American Airlines flight by officers who had to handcuff him to a wheelchair because he refused to cooperate in Dallas.

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How JetBlue Handled 35k Points Being Stolen From My Account – The Points Guy

Miles and point theft is much more common that you might think, which is why it’s important to utilize tools to know when your account has been compromised.


American Airlines flight attendant receives five stitches after bitten by emotional support dog

A flight attendants union issued a statement Tuesday calling the incident “completely unacceptable and inexcusable.”

9 Ways To Find Cheap #Airfares

Expensive airfares are probably the biggest reason people don’t travel. Here are 9 ways to find cheap airfares.

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Frontier Airlines – The Points Guy

Frontier Airlines seems to expand its route networks every year. The Points Guy team recognizes the importance of getting Frontier travel right, so we have compiled articles to inform you on your travel strategy. We cover anything from deal alerts to booking strategies for Frontier.

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: NEWS AND INFORMATION

AIRLINE NEWS AND TRAVEL

 

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JetBlue To Delta At Boston Logan: Come And Get Us

JetBlue President Joanna Geraghty claims the airline isn’t worried about Delta’s plan to build a competing hub at Boston Logan, saying that JetBlue is pursuing a strategy that’s winning big with local customers.

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Airline Digital Transformation Takes Flight

With summer approaching and most of you getting ready to hop on and off flights, I thought this was the right time to check into the airline industry and evaluate how digitization is changing dynamics for the better…for the airlines, and for us as their passengers.

‘Baggage issue’ causes mass complaints for British Airways: ‘Baggage didn’t arrive for the whole flight’

British Airways lost the luggage for all the passengers in one flight, angry customers are claiming.

JetBlue ‘Committed’ to Boston as Delta Encroaches – The Points Guy

JetBlue Airways is the largest carrier in Boston by far, but increasingly faces a challenge by Delta Air Lines for the market’s top spot.


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The latest news about airlines, hotels, destinations, online booking technology and more essential sectors in the global travel industry.

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Spotters Paradise Approaches into one of the most spectacular Airports whith lots of charter stuff.

ANALYSIS: JetBlue lowers capacity forecast amid slower deliveries

JetBlue Airways is lowering its expectations for capacity growth because Airbus has said it will deliver no more than six A321neo aircraft to the airline during 2019 instead of the 13 aircraft the carrier originally expected.

Here’s Why Airline Safety Videos Have Gotten So Elaborate

They used to have the drab feel of corporate instructional videos. But in recent years, airlines around the world have sensed a branding opportunity.


THE TRAVEL LIFE: ALLIGATORS IN CHICAGO

There’s gator in the pond


THE TRAVEL LIFE: TRAVEL NEWS AND VIEWS

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: TWEETS FROM THE AIR

INTERESTING TRAVEL TWEETS

 


Boeing says some of its 737 Max planes may have defective parts | CNN Business

Boeing on Sunday said some of its 737 planes, including many 737 Max aircraft, may have faulty parts on their wings. It’s the latest problem Boeing faces as it tries to get its most important and popular airplane, the grounded 737 Max, back in the air.


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KLM Opens Paid Restaurant In Its Amsterdam Business Class Lounge – The Points Guy

KLM has opened a paid restaurant called “Blue Restaurant” inside its business class Crown Lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).

Paper.li

Paper.li – The service has been sunset on 20 April 2023

The wings of this Airbus plane can bend way more than you thought possible

VIDEO: The stress-testing of these Airbus A350 XWB wings should make you feel better about turbulence.

How the Airbus A300 changed the world | CNN

Take a look at the fascinating history of the Airbus A300, the plane that launched an aviation empire and challenged American dominance of commercial flight.


THE FLYING LIFE: TWEETS FROM THE AIR

What’s happening in travel


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Asia Pacific Airlines Carried 31.2 Million Int. Passengers in April; Cargo Down 9.1%

Collectively, Asia Pacific airlines recorded a 3.7% increase in the number of international passengers carried to a combined total of 31.2 million in April, with promotional airfare campaigns lending support to travel markets. Measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), demand grew by 3.5%, reflecting relative strength in regional travel markets.

Pilot reveals what really happens when planes hit turbulence

US airline pilot and author Patrick Smith suggests that turbulence ‘is far and away the number one concern of nervous flyers’ but says no accidents have ever been caused by the phenomenon.


JetBlue switching to Pepsi from Coca-Cola

JetBlue customers, be prepared for a major shake-up when you order a soda on your next flight.

You Won’t Believe What Could Cure Your Fear of Flying

Do you jump at the slightest bump of turbulence? Do you clutch the armrest during take off and landing? Or are you even too afraid to go to the airport?

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Come Fly With Me – The Story of Pan Am

Documentary telling the story of how Pan American World Airways kickstarted the jet-age and shrank the globe. Real-life ‘Pan Am girls’ recall a high-life of luxury and glamour; rubbing shoulders with celebrity passengers, international romances and having to wear the now infamous girdle.

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The most exciting new airports opening in 2019 | CNN

Most of us wouldn’t voluntarily spend longer than necessary in an airport, but after these new transport hubs open in 2019, you might feel differently.

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Classic photos from the New York Post Newspaper


THE TRAVEL LIFE: MIAMI AIRPORT HAS BIG PLANS FOR THE FUTURE

Miami airport on the move with big plans

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Miami International Airport, also known as MIA and historically as Wilcox Field, is the primary airport serving the Miami area, with over 1,000 daily flights to 167 domestic and international destinations. the airport is located in an unincorporated area in Miami-Date County Florida, 8 miles northwest of Downtown Miami, in metropolitan Miami, between the cities of Miami, Hialeah, Doral, Miami Springs, the village of Virginia Gardens, and the unincorporated Fontainebleau neighborhood.

It is South Florida’s main airport for long-haul international flights and a hub for the Southeastern United States, with passenger and cargo flights to cities throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Western Asia, as well as cargo flights to East Asia. It is the largest gateway between the United States and south to Latin America, and is one of the largest airline hubs in the United States, owing to its proximity to tourist attractions, local economic growth, large local Latin American and European populations, and strategic location to handle connecting traffic between North America, Latin America, and Europe.
In 2018, 45,044,312 passengers traveled through the airport, making it the 13th busiest airport in the United States and 40th busiest in the world by total passenger traffic. It is the 3rd busiest airport in the United States by international passenger traffic. MIA is Florida’s busiest airport by total aircraft operations and total cargo traffic and its second busiest by total passenger traffic after Orlando International Airport.

The airport is American Airlines' primary gateway to Latin America (Central America, Caribbean Sea / West Indies islands, South America) along with a domestic hub for its regional affiliate American Eagle in the U.S.A. It also serves as a focus city for Avianca, Frontier Airlines, and LATAM, both for passengers and cargo operations. In the past, it has been a hub for Braniff International Airways, Eastern Air Lines, Air Florida, the original National Airlines, the original Pan American World Airways ("Pan Am"), United Airlines, Iberia Airlines and Fine Air.
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THE TRAVEL LIFE: PHOTOS FROM NOTRE-DAME FIRE

NOTRE-DAME IN ENGULFED IN FLAMES

THOUGHT TO BE ACCIDENT
800-YEAR-OLD STRUCTURE SUFFERS MASSIVE DAMAGE

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THE TRAVEL LIFE: ALABAMA TORNADO PHOTOS

THE SUNDAY TORNADO tore through southeast Alabama in Lee County with the city of Beauregard suffering destruction and loss of life along with the city's of Auburn to the Northwest and Opelika to the North. Many of the homes destroyed were unable to stand against the category EF4 Tornado with winds estimated to be around 160 mph. This storm was part of a powerful system that swept through parts of Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida.

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MEET PEPPER THE ROBOT

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The newest member of HBSC bank is a humanoid robot named Pepper. Pepper is designed to greet customers at the bank and ask questions to better direct customers to the most helpful person for their needs.


THE TRAVEL LIFE: WATCHING TELEVISION EDITION

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Watch what you want when you want anywhere you want.
Amazon Fire TV Stick

If you are a road warrior or just like to travel or even a casual traveler there are times when you wish you had something to watch on your hotel television without having to pay to watch a movie. With an Amazon Fire TV stick you do have the opportunity to watch what you want when you want. This device is small enough to pack and plugs into a standard HDMI port. If you need a ethernet connection a separate optional connection can be bought to make a faster connection than WiFi will give you. The newest Fire TV Stick has Alexa voice remote built in which makes it very easy to discover shows to watch. This Fire TV stick works seamlessly with Hulu, Netflix, Sling TV, Youtube and many more subscriber services. Just plug Fire TV Stick into your HDTV and start streaming in minutes. Use the included Alexa Voice Remote to find the best way to watch across more than 200 channels and apps with universal search. With the fastest Wi-Fi and most accurate voice search of any streaming media stick, shows and movies start faster and stream smoother than ever. With access to Netflix, Hulu, HBO NOW, Prime Video, and more—there are over 500,000 TV episodes and movies ready to stream. Watch live TV (including sports and news) as it happens. Directly access millions of websites such as YouTube, Facebook, and Reddit with browsers like Silk and Firefox. Subscription fees may apply. Your Alexa Voice Remote can easily find, launch, and control content. Simply say, “Alexa, find suspense thrillers” and Alexa will show you results. Alexa, the brain behind Amazon Echo, doesn’t stop there. Just press the microphone button and ask to play music from Pandora, order a pizza from Domino’s, shop for popcorn and snacks, and more. Watch live TV with subscriptions to Hulu, PlayStation Vue, Sling TV, and others, or use an indoor HD antenna connected directly to your TV to get broadcast networks like NBC and PBS for free.

Alexa is always getting smarter

Plus, Alexa on Fire TV is always getting smarter. With newly expanded voice control in apps like Netflix, Hulu, SHOWTIME, PlayStation Vue, CBS All Access, NBC, and Bravo, Alexa can help you do even more. Use your voice to search, control playback, and even change the channel within supported apps. Never miss an episode when you’re away from home. Fire TV Stick works with any HDTV so you can take it over to a friend’s house or bring it along to hotels and dorm rooms. Just plug and play anywhere–all you need is a Wi-Fi connection. Some content not available in all countries.

 

Enjoy Thousands of Channels

Launch and control content with the included Alexa Voice Remote. Simply say, “Play Game of Thrones” or “Launch Netflix” and Alexa will respond instantly. Plus, play music, find movie show times, order a pizza, and more—just ask.
No cable or satellite? No problem. Watch the best of live TV and sports from AMC, HGTV, ESPN, FOX, and others with a subscription to DIRECTV NOW, Sling TV, or top-rated primetime shows with CBS All Access.
Find the best way to watch with universal search results from over 200 channels and apps including Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video.

Don’t forget all the content with Amazon Prime membership

Amazon Prime membership unlocks thousands of movies and TV episodes, including “Thursday Night Football”, Amazon Original Series, Prime Video Channels, and ad-free listening to millions of songs with Prime Music.
Pick up where you left off. Bring hit shows and movies with you when you travel. Plug Fire TV Stick into any TV’s HDMI port, connect to Wi-Fi, and continue streaming.
Play current favorites or quickly discover what to watch next directly from the Home screen. Prime membership unlocks thousands more movies and TV episodes through Prime Video, including Thursday Night Football and Amazon Original Series like The Tick, The Grand Tour, Mozart in the Jungle, and Just Add Magic. Prime members can also add premium channels like HBO, SHOWTIME, and STARZ—no cable or satellite subscription necessary. Only pay for the channels you want to watch, with prices starting as low as $2.99 a month—and you can cancel anytime. Each channel starts with a free trial.

OBAMA GOES HOLLYWOOD; TO PRODUCE NETFLIX SHOWS…

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