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Delta Airlines just handed out $1.3 billion in profit sharing checks to its employees, giving workers up to five weeks of extra salary. It's the largest payout in the airline industry and continues Delta's tradition of sharing success with the people who make it happen.
Two Delta State athletes claimed sprint gold at the Niger Delta Games, thrilling crowds at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium. The wins highlight the region's rising track talent as nine states compete in 16 sports.
When Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down this weekend, major US carriers turned a crisis into opportunity by hiring stranded employees and helping abandoned passengers. It's a rare moment of solidarity in the competitive airline industry.
When Spirit Airlines suddenly ceased operations, Captain Jon Jackson's retirement flight was canceled. His son's airline, Southwest, stepped in with a touching surprise.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby is investing heavily in upgraded seats, better food, and faster Wi-Fi to compete with Delta. His gamble is paying off as United's stock has doubled since 2021.
Delta Air Lines just gave more than 2,000 people in Ghana's Ga Mashie community something we often take for granted: easy access to clean drinking water. The new mechanized borehole marks two decades of the airline connecting Ghana to America and investing in local lives.
When airport security agents went unpaid for over a month, Delta Air Lines took a powerful stand by pulling special treatment for lawmakers. The airline's CEO called it "inexcusable" that frontline workers essential to safety weren't getting paychecks.
Direct flights between Addis Ababa and Atlanta return May 21 after a three-month pause, reconnecting Africa's largest airline with one of America's biggest African diaspora communities. The route strengthens ties for thousands of business travelers, families, and tourists seeking easier access across two continents.
A voice actor wants to buy bankrupt Spirit Airlines and run it like the Green Bay Packers, where regular people own and vote on decisions. Nearly 150,000 supporters have already signed on in just two days.
Southwest Airlines just reversed a controversial policy, now offering free adjacent seats to plus-size passengers and those with disabilities right at the gate. The change eliminates the previous requirement to pay upfront and wait months for a refund.
A man paid extra for an aisle seat on Delta, then spent four hours caring for a young boy after declining to swap seats with the child's mom. His kindness turned a frustrating situation into a heartwarming moment that highlights a bigger airline policy problem.
Japan Airlines is partnering with a space startup to send cultural treasures to the moon, protecting humanity's heritage from climate change and conflict. The project marks the airline's first venture into space exploration.
Once a regional carrier, Ethiopian Airlines has transformed into a global aviation powerhouse that serves 145 destinations across six continents. The 80-year-old airline's success story shows how African companies can lead on the world stage.
Japan Airlines just became the first Asian airline to run a fully in-house venture fund in Silicon Valley, betting big on technology that could transform air travel. The new JAL Innovation Fund II will invest in startups working on everything from sustainable aviation to breakthrough travel experiences.
When Spirit Airlines shut down overnight, one man launched a wild plan to buy it through crowdfunding. In just days, 437 million dollars in pledges poured in from everyday people who want to own an airline together.
Japan Airlines just hit its 2025 plastic reduction goal by completely removing new petroleum-based plastics from every cabin and lounge. The airline replaced single-use items with reusable designs and eco-friendly alternatives, proving major corporations can slash waste without sacrificing service.
Africa's largest airline just secured two cutting-edge cargo jets that will transform how goods move across the continent. Ethiopian Airlines will debut the Boeing 777-300ERSF in 2028, making history as the first African carrier to fly these powerful freighters.
For the third year running, Singapore Airlines is awarding employees a bonus equal to nearly eight months of salary after posting record profits. The world-renowned airline proves that putting people first creates a winning cycle for everyone.
China just completed the world's first flight of a megawatt-class hydrogen-powered turboprop, proving zero-emission planes can work for real flights. Major airlines including Emirates, Lufthansa, Air France, and Turkish Airlines are now watching closely as this breakthrough could transform regional air travel.
When Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down over the weekend, one creative TikToker asked a wild question: what if regular people just bought the airline themselves? Within 24 hours, 36,000 people pledged $23 million to make "Spirit 2.0" a reality.
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