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In this episode of Quick Hits, DeAndre Coke breaks down a wave of updates shaking up the travel rewards space. From JetBlue's game-changing “25 for 25” promotion, which could land travelers 25 years of elite Mosaic status and up to 350,000 points, to Turkish Airlines' 6-Continents Challenge with a million-mile prize, there's no shortage of bold airline promos this week. He also shares a major win for Points Path users, as the award-pricing browser extension is now available on Safari, making it easier than ever to spot significant point redemptions. However, not all the news is good—Virgin Atlantic has increased its surcharges on business class redemptions, and Zil's payroll-on-credit-card feature has been reintroduced with new nuances in how transactions are coded, which could affect the number of points users earn.With that in mind, DeAndre emphasizes the importance of community testing and feedback, especially as reward categories and codes continue to shift. Learn more about how processing a credit card for payroll works hereKey takeaways: JetBlue's 25 for 25 Promo: Fly to 25 JetBlue destinations by year-end to earn Mosaic status for 25 years and up to 350,000 bonus points.Award Flights Qualify: JetBlue's promo includes award flights, JetBlue Vacations, and cash bookings—but excludes Blue Basic fares and partner-operated flights.Turkish Airlines Challenge: Fly to six continents with Turkish Airlines by October 27 to earn 1 million Miles&Smiles miles—cash bookings only.Points Path on Safari: The Points Path extension now supports Safari, letting users see award pricing directly in Google Flights.Virgin Atlantic Surcharge Hike: Surcharges for business class flights to the U.K. have more than doubled, now $586 one-way.Dynamic Pricing Remains: Virgin Atlantic still employs dynamic award pricing, making it more challenging to find consistent sweet spots.Zil Money Payroll Feature Returns: You can once again run payroll on credit cards with Zil Money, but coding changes affect point bonuses.Coding Affects Rewards: Zill transactions now code as “computer software stores,” which may reduce category bonuses on some cards.Resources:Act now - Protect your points!Book a Free 30-minute points & miles consultationStart here to learn how to unlock nearly free travelSign up for our newsletter!BoldlyGo Travel With Points & Miles Facebook GroupInterested in Financial Planning?Truicity Wealth ManagementSome of Our Favorite Tools For Elevating Your Points & Miles Game:Note: Contains affiliate/sponsored linksCard Pointers (Saves the average user $750 per year)

« La Turquie n'est pas en rivalité avec la France en Afrique », affirme le responsable de la diplomatie turque pour l'Afrique. Depuis vingt-cinq ans, la Turquie est en pleine expansion sur le continent africain. On le voit avec ses opérateurs économiques et avec le succès de ses drones sur les champs de bataille. Mais loin de vouloir prendre sa place, la Turquie veut renforcer sa coopération avec la France. C'est ce qu'affirme Volkan Isiksi, directeur général pour l'Afrique au ministère turc des Affaires étrangères. De passage à Paris, il répond aux questions de Christophe Boisbouvier. RFI : Volkan Isikci, bonjour, Volkan Isikci : bonjour RFI : En 2007, la France de Nicolas Sarkozy et l'Allemagne d'Angela Merkel ont dit non à l'entrée de la Turquie dans l'Union européenne. Est-ce que c'est l'une des raisons pour lesquelles votre pays s'est tourné vers le continent africain avec une politique ambitieuse ? En fait, notre politique ambitieuse vers les autres continents, notamment l'Afrique, ça remonte bien avant 2007, donc en 1998. A partir de 2003, les relations de la Turquie avec l'Union africaine, ça s'est développé et on a essayé d'être présent sur le continent africain avec l'ouverture des ambassades. En l'an 2002, on avait douze ambassades. Aujourd'hui, on en a 44 et notre vision est de pouvoir augmenter le nombre de ces ambassades et de pouvoir les augmenter jusqu'à 50 dans les prochaines années, avec les possibilités que l'on va avoir. Tout de même, Monsieur le Directeur général, on remarque que, en 2007 donc, il y a ce refus de la France et de l'Allemagne de faire entrer la Turquie dans l'Union européenne. Et un an plus tard, en 2008, il y a ce premier sommet Turquie-Afrique. Est-ce qu'il n'y a pas un lien de cause à effet ? Non, c'est une coïncidence. Le choix de 2008, c'est indépendamment de la décision que vous avez mentionnée. C'était une feuille de route que l'on avait déjà établie. Donc, en 2008, on a organisé le premier sommet Turquie-Afrique, c'était en Turquie. En 2014, le deuxième, c'était en Guinée équatoriale. En 2021, on a organisé le troisième en Turquie et le quatrième, on va l'organiser l'année prochaine en Libye. Le choix a été ratifié par les organismes concernés de l'Union africaine. Et par les autorités libyennes de Tripoli, puisque ce sera à Tripoli ? Exactement. Depuis 20 ans, Monsieur le Directeur général, le volume d'échanges de votre pays avec l'Afrique a fait un bond très important. Il est passé de 5 milliards à 40 milliards de dollars par an. Qu'est-ce que vous apportez de différent par rapport à l'Europe et la Chine ? Avec nos amis africains, la période de Covid a eu des effets positifs pour que ce volume d'échanges augmente. Comme vous savez, à ce moment-là, il y avait des restrictions du point de vue des visas, du point de vue des vols. Nous, on n'a jamais essayé de rendre la vie difficile à nos amis africains qui voulaient visiter la Turquie. Notre régime de visas était flexible. En plus, les vols de Turkish Airlines n'ont jamais cessé à cette période-là. Nos amis africains, au lieu des destinations classiques qu'ils avaient pour voyager, faire du commerce en Europe ou bien en Asie, ils ont découvert un peu la Turquie. Et dans plusieurs pays africains, ils mentionnent que la continuité, la qualité, le prix et le suivi des produits turcs qu'ils se procurent en Turquie sont nettement plus concurrents que ceux des autres régions du monde. Ils nous disent : « Vous avez des produits de qualité européenne au prix de produits chinois. Alors en effet, certains disent en Afrique que les produits turcs sont moins chers que les produits européens et de meilleure qualité que les produits chinois. Quels produits par exemple ? De tout. Des dentifrices aux tissus, aux chaussures, aux meubles. Surtout dans le secteur de la construction. La plupart du matériel est importé de la Turquie. Évidemment, au lieu d'importer de très loin comme la Chine, le matériel qui est commandé de la Turquie, il parvient à peu près dans un délai d'un mois, un mois et demi, dans le pays concerné. Quand il faut construire un centre de conférence très vite pour un sommet de dans six mois, les Turcs sont là. C'est ça ? Voilà. Donc je ne vais pas citer le pays, mais dans un pays africain, le leader qui avait demandé à une compagnie turque de pouvoir organiser une grande conférence internationale avec la participation des chefs d'Etats, il lui a demandé s'il pouvait construire un centre de conférence en six mois. La compagnie concernée, qui est très active en Afrique, lui a fait la proposition de pouvoir le faire avec un délai de six mois. Evidemment, le prix était très abordable pour ça. La compagnie lui a demandé quelques faveurs : pouvoir amener 4000 ouvriers de Turquie avec six navires et tout le matériel qui serait nécessaire. Donc la commande a été passée au mois de janvier et les portes de cette conférence ont été ouvertes pour accueillir les chefs d'Etat mi-juin. Et donc c'est un succès qui a été réalisé en six mois. Et cet exemple que vous donnez sur six mois, je crois que c'est arrivé dans un pays d'Afrique centrale ? Oui, en Afrique centrale. L'un de vos produits phares en Afrique, Volkan Isikci, c'est le drone de la société Bayraktar. Il a fait ses preuves à Tripoli en 2019, puis dans la guerre Éthiopie -Tigré en 2021. Et du coup, beaucoup de pays africains vous achètent ce produit, comme le Mali, le Tchad. Est-ce que certains pays africains n'ont pas renoncé à la protection des avions de chasse classiques au bénéfice de ces drones, parce que c'est moins cher et parce qu'il y a moins d'abandon de souveraineté ? Je pense qu'il faut voir cette approche dans un contexte technologique et de maniabilité parce que, pour l'utilisation des avions de chasse, il faut déjà des terrains, des pistes d'atterrissage qui sont adéquats. Et ces drones ou ces nouveaux engins depuis quelque temps sont beaucoup plus abordables, maniables et efficaces que les avions de chasse. Que les Mirage 2000 par exemple ? Les avions de chasse demandent beaucoup de dépenses évidemment pour l'achat, pour la maintenance ou le personnel. Les drones, évidemment, ce sont des sociétés privées qui en font, mais l'autorisation d'exportation émane de notre ministère de la Défense. Il faut d'abord un feu vert d'Ankara ? Voilà. Et le suivi de l'utilisation de ces engins est régulé par le ministère de la Défense et d'autres institutions qui travaillent dans ce domaine-là. Est ce qu'on peut parler, de la part de la Turquie en Afrique, d'une diplomatie du drone ? Mais la question du drone se passe seulement dans quelques pays africains pour protéger leur intégrité territoriale. Ce sont des demandes conjoncturelles qui font que la demande des pays est acceptée par la Turquie. Évidemment, les formations que l'on offre, avec un prix abordable et la continuité et la confiance qu'ils ont en la Turquie, tout cela fait que beaucoup plus de pays maintenant recourent à notre technologie dans ce domaine-là. Mais quand vos drones sont utilisés pour frapper des populations civiles, je pense au Mali par exemple, est ce que vous ne craignez pas que cela ternisse l'image de la Turquie ? Évidemment, comme je vous l'ai dit, pour les ventes et l'exportation, il y a une régulation très restreinte. On fait le suivi de ces engins-là dans ces pays-là. Donc, une mauvaise utilisation de vos drones peut conduire à la rupture de la livraison de ces drones ? Voilà, parce que c'est régulé internationalement. Nous, on ne voudrait pas nuire à l'image de la Turquie dans ce sens-là, on ne voudrait pas que ça arrive. Est ce qu'il vous est arrivé, ces dernières années, de dire à un pays africain client de vos drones : « Là, vous avez utilisé ces drones contre des populations civiles, nous ne sommes pas d'accord et nous arrêtons la livraison » ? Après, on n'a pas dit. Mais avant, on dit toujours : « Il ne faut pas les utiliser de façon inappropriée, sinon ça va être la rupture », parce qu'il y a un contrôle continu dans ce sens-là ». Et c'est arrivé qu'il y ait une rupture ? Non, ça n'est pas arrivé, mais on suit de très près pour que ce genre d'évènement n'arrive pas dans ce sens-là. En 2019, la Turquie a soutenu militairement le gouvernement Sarraj à Tripoli contre l'offensive du maréchal Haftar sur la capitale libyenne. Pourquoi avez-vous fait ce choix ? Monsieur Sarraj, c'était le leader de la Libye à ce moment-là, qui était reconnu par les Nations Unies. Du coup, quand il y a eu les actes émanant de l'Est de la Libye vers Tripoli, il a écrit une lettre de demande d'aide d'urgence aux leaders internationaux de cinq pays, y compris la France et la Turquie. Et la Turquie a été le seul pays à pouvoir répondre positivement à son appel à l'aide. Donc notre coopération avec le gouvernement de Tripoli, ça a commencé avec ces démarches de Monsieur Sarraj à ce moment-là et ça continue jusqu'à présent. Et maintenant, on voit que la Libye est en cours de pouvoir solidifier sa démocratie, disons sa gouvernance, avec l'aide qu'on leur a fournie pour que le pays ne tombe pas dans le chaos. Et justement, vous continuez de soutenir Tripoli contre Benghazi ? Le gouvernement Dbeibah contre le maréchal Haftar et ses fils ? Ou est-ce que vous essayez de réconcilier les deux camps ? Non, il n'y a pas de pour et contre. Nous avons des relations avec l'Est aussi. On a ouvert notre Consulat général à Benghazi par exemple. On a des contacts avec Monsieur Haftar et les dirigeants du côté Est. Donc on soutient toutes les parties pour qu'il y ait une entente entre eux pour stabiliser politiquement leur pays. Et je crois que Turkish Airlines atterrit maintenant à Benghazi ? Voilà ! Depuis la chute du régime Assad en Syrie, au mois de décembre dernier, la Russie redéploie ses bateaux et ses avions gros-porteurs vers l'Est de la Libye, notamment Tobrouk et Benghazi. Est-ce que cela vous préoccupe ? Non, pas du tout. Nous, on a toujours des contacts avec la Russie concernant les questions de sécurité et de défense, concernant différentes régions du monde. Donc ça ne nous préoccupe pas. Est que c'est pour apaiser la situation politique au Congo-Brazzaville… Il y a 5 ans, vous avez accepté de soigner dans votre pays, en Turquie, l'opposant Jean-Marie Michel Mokoko, qui est donc sorti de sa prison congolaise pendant quelques semaines et qui y est retourné depuis. Voilà 9 ans quand même que cet opposant politique est détenu à Brazzaville. Qu'est-ce que vous pensez de cette situation ? Pour cela, il faut voir la qualité du plateau technique sanitaire que la Turquie offre aux différents demandeurs dans ce sens-là. Les pays africains font beaucoup de demandes pour pouvoir se soigner sur le sol turc. Donc, il faut considérer cette approche du gouvernement du Congo-Brazzaville pour pouvoir soigner l'opposant. La relation qui existe entre les chefs d'Etat et la confiance qui règne entre eux… Je pense que c'est le résultat de ces approches-là qui a fait que cet opposant a pu retrouver la santé et retourner après dans son pays. Donc, c'est le témoignage d'une relation de confiance entre les présidents Sassou-Nguesso et Erdogan ? Voila. Dans votre esprit, c'est plus une approche humanitaire qu'une approche politique ? Humanitaire. Il faut voir ça sous l'optique humanitaire. Autre séjour médical très remarqué dans votre pays, la Turquie, celui évidemment de l'ancien président Alpha Condé de Guinée Conakry. Est-ce à dire que vous pourriez jouer un rôle de facilitateur aujourd'hui entre le général Doumbouya, qui est venu d'ailleurs à Ankara pour la dernière investiture du président Erdogan il y a deux ans, et les opposants guinéens en exil ? Vous savez, la médiation ne se fait pas parce que vous avez le désir d'être médiateur. Ça doit venir des parties concernées. Donc une demande n'a pas été mentionnée. Donc du coup, ça n'a pas été vu dans ce sens-là. Il n'y a pas de médiation turque sur la Guinée Conakry ? Non. On dit souvent, Volkan Isikci, qu'il y a une rivalité entre la Turquie et la France en Afrique. Est-ce que c'est vrai ou pas ? Pas du tout ! Parce que le mot rivalité, c'est quelque chose de négatif. La concurrence, ça existe parce que, dans le monde, les intérêts, ça existe. Avec la France, je pense que le mot concurrence est plus adapté, mais il faut enrichir ça avec une coopération, une collaboration. Avec les relations historiques que la France a avec le continent africain, avec l'expérience de plus en plus aiguë des acteurs turcs sur le continent, je pense qu'avec ces atouts, les deux pays peuvent servir davantage pour pouvoir subvenir aux besoins des pays concernés, pour être à côté de ceux qui en ont besoin. Et dans le cadre d'un partenariat entre les deux pays, quels sont les atouts de la France en Afrique sur lesquels vous, les Turcs, vous aimeriez vous appuyer ? Les deux pays ont des expériences différentes. Évidemment, la connaissance du terrain, la présence linguistique peuvent apporter beaucoup de choses de la part de la France. La Turquie, avec son expérience de plus en plus aiguë depuis les années 2000, peut servir davantage pour pouvoir réaliser de grands investissements dans ce sens. Moi j'aimerais bien mentionner que la zone de confort n'existe pas. Il faut prendre des risques. Il faut être sur le terrain avec un partenaire de confiance. Je pense qu'on peut faire beaucoup de choses. On croit beaucoup à ça et, quel que soit le pays, on n'a jamais essayé de destituer une entité, un pays du continent africain. Vous n'avez jamais voulu chasser la France de certains pays africains ? Pas du tout, pas du tout. On n'a pas cette position. On veut seulement développer davantage et subvenir aux besoins de nos amis africains qui nous font la demande. Vous n'êtes pas dans une démarche de rivalité avec la France, comme peut l'être la Russie par exemple ? Pas du tout, pas du tout. La question de la Russie, je ne suis pas en mesure d'y répondre, mais nous, on ne voit pas la France en tant que rivale sur le continent africain. Volkan Isikci, monsieur le Directeur général, merci. 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Send us a textTurkish Airlines macht Miles&Smiles-Mitgliedern ein Mega-Angebot: Wer zwischen Juli und Oktober 2025 alle 6 Kontinente (Afrika, Asien, Europa, Nord- und Südamerika, Ozeanien) mit Turkish Airlines ab Istanbul bereist, kassiert 1 Million Bonusmeilen!

Turkish Airlines ha confirmado su interés en adquirir una participación minoritaria en Air Europa y ya mantiene conversaciones no vinculantes. La aerolínea turca se suma así a Lufthansa y Air France-KLM en un proceso clave que busca alianzas estratégicas en un sector aéreo europeo cada vez más competitivo. Se prevé que las ofertas vinculantes se presenten a principios de julio, mientras Etihad se retira del proceso.Las reservas de última hora para el verano de 2025 han experimentado un notable repunte en España, con casi el 75% de las reservas hoteleras realizadas la semana pasada destinadas a estancias en los próximos 60 días. Destacan especialmente los destinos del norte del país, que registran un crecimiento interanual muy superior a la media.La búsqueda de alojamientos en Berna (Suiza) por parte de los españoles ha aumentado un 343% con motivo del partido inaugural de España en la Eurocopa femenina de fútbol, que disputará frente a Portugal el próximo 3 de julio, según datos de Booking.com.El Consell de Mallorca y Airbnb han firmado un acuerdo para acelerar la eliminación de anuncios turísticos ilegales en la plataforma. Gracias a esta colaboración, Airbnb ha implementado una herramienta que facilita el cumplimiento de la normativa europea de registro y se ha comprometido a retirar los anuncios que incumplen la legislación local, habiendo eliminado ya más de 130 anuncios identificados por el Consell.Air Europa ha operado su primer vuelo desde Abu Dhabi a Madrid bajo la modalidad de wet-lease, utilizando un Boeing 787-9. La operación forma parte de la expansión de la aerolínea en Oriente Medio y refuerza su alianza con Etihad Airways, que ahora ofrece dos vuelos diarios entre ambas ciudades.

Querida comunidad, vengo con un análisis detallado de Turkish Airlines. Desde su base principal en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Estambul, opera la red de vuelos más extensa del mundo, conectando más países que cualquier otra aerolínea comercial.www.cesarsar.comGracias por estar aquí escuchando este podcast —¡ya vamos por más de 1,000 episodios juntos! Somos una comunidad que no para de crecer, rozando las 900,000 escuchas al mes, y eso es pura magia, ¡gracias a ti! Esto es una locura y me encanta compartirlo contigo. Por cierto, si viajas y quieres estar conectado tengo un código de descuento de 5% para tí en tu próxima eSim de HolaFly https://holafly.sjv.io/N94mdN el código de descuento es ELTURISTA Que lo disfrutes. Todavía no he pulsado el botón de ‘monetizar' porque quiero que nada interrumpa esta aventura: ni anuncios, ni pausas, solo tú y yo explorando el mundo. Pero te necesito: ¿me echas una mano? Dame 5 estrellas y deja una reseña, son 30 segundos para ti y un empujón enorme para mí.  Tú también puedes ser parte activa: ¿tienes ideas para futuros episodios? Envíame un audio de hasta 1 minuto por Instagram o Facebook —puedes mandar varios si necesitas más tiempo—. Búscame como https://www.instagram.com/cesarsar_elturista/ , CesarSar en FB  https://www.facebook.com/CesarSar/  o suscríbete a mi canal de YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC55ZMnqfOlSc7uWbIEM4bDw ¿Prefieres escribirme? Mándame un correo a viajes@cesarsar.com , y si quieres, incluye una nota de voz.  Si sueñas con un viaje perfecto, déjame ayudarte. Como viajero consultor, pongo a tus pies mis 135 países recorridos y tres vueltas al mundo —¡eso son muchas historias que contar! Escríbeme al mismo mail y organicemos juntos tu próximo gran viaje, para que vivas, disfrutes y sueñes a lo grande, porque un buen viaje es pura vida. Además, he vuelto a lanzar viajes en grupo, así que estate atento a mis redes: ¡podríamos explorar el mundo juntos!  Y si te mola este podcast y quieres darme un extra de apoyo con la serie de tv, deja un comentario en mi post de BuenViaje en IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/CrKqoyzubKZ/?  Un abrazo enorme, comunidad. Compartir es vivir, ¡y contigo esto cobra sentido!Aquí algunas de las plataformas donde está disponible el podcast. Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/c%C3%A9sar-sar-el-turista/id1592890080Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/14Gs7rhzsYoaQe5Nh05SsI?si=HMPa8pfqSKWSSf0ZtIQGKgIVOOX https://go.ivoox.com/sq/1396585#Viajes #ViajesBarartos #Viajes #Viajessostenibles #Consejosdeviajes #Viajesfelices #Podcastdeviajes #Vueltaalmundo #TurkishAirlines #Turquia

Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members.  We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members.  You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -Crippled Florida airline Silver Airways gets approval to start auctioning their assets in an effort to restructure.Azul Brazilian Airlines (Azul Linhas Aéreas Brasileiras) has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US to restructure its high debt.American Express Global Business Travel introduces major updates to their virtual self-service agent, with tests showing 1/3 of users were able to help themselves without the need to speak to a consultant.The Lufthansa / ITA Airways investment keeps delivering more litigation; this time it's Condor Flugdienst GmbH, with claims it was rushed through and now wanting the EU to annul the entire deal.The United Airlines / JetBlue partnership kicks off with news that the two airlines launched a domestic partnership, called "Blue Sky," which will include network and loyalty benefits.Turkish Airlines is going to fine passengers who don't adhere to the seatbelt route whilst the plane is taxiing to the stand.Riyadh Air | طيران الرياض pilot salaries are turning heads in the industry, at up to $32,000 a month with massive perks including luxury accommodation and more.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

In his weekly clinical update, Dr. Griffin with Vincent Racaniello in dismay examine the MAHA-Make America Health Again-report and its inclusion of fictious studies or “Creative literature degree Medical Science writing”, RFK Jr contradicted by the CDC for COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for children, reduction in MMR vaccine coverage, the ongoing bird flu and measles outbreaks, how the General Accounting Office instructed HHS to fix deficiencies in infectious disease testing before the next pandemic, before Dr. Griffin reviews recent statistics on RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections the Wasterwater Scan dashboard, whether or not the NB.1.8.1 should be included in the fall 2025 vaccines approval of Moderna's mNEXSPIKE vaccine for fall 2025, childhood immunization recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines, where to find PEMGARDA, results from the phase 3 randomized clinical trial of pemivibart, provides information for Columbia University Irving Medical Center's long COVID treatment center, where to go for answers to your long COVID questions, the identification of an association between FOXP4 and long COVID and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. 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Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I'm Nelson John and here are today's top stories. 1. IndiGo Goes Global with Mega Airline Pact India's largest airline IndiGo has signed a landmark agreement with Delta Air Lines, Virgin Atlantic, and Air France-KLM, building a deeper network to connect India with Europe and North America. This formalized MoU, which extends beyond passengers to cargo, loyalty, and engineering, comes as IndiGo prepares to induct its first Airbus A350s in 2027. Flights to Manchester, Amsterdam, London, and Copenhagen are in the pipeline, opening up connections to 30+ European cities and beyond. Amid criticism over its short-term Turkish Airlines lease, the move hints at a future European hub—reminiscent of Jet Airways' Amsterdam play. 2. Hyundai, Kia Exit Ola Electric Amid EV Turmoil In a major shake-up, Hyundai and Kia sold their entire stakes in Ola Electric, cashing out ₹690 crore in total. Hyundai offloaded its 2.47% stake for ₹552 crore, while Kia exited with ₹137 crore. Citigroup Global Markets picked up a 1.95% stake for ₹435 crore. The timing is critical: Ola's stock tumbled 8% this week, down 42% year-to-date. Financials aren't pretty either—Q4 losses hit ₹870 crore, with annual losses crossing ₹2,276 crore. Once a darling of India's EV sector, Ola now faces regulatory heat, slumping sales, and shaken investor confidence. 3. Carlyle Trims Yes Bank Stake as Japan's SMBC Moves In Global PE firm Carlyle sold a 2.6% stake in Yes Bank worth ₹1,775 crore, reducing its holding to 4.22%. This follows SBI and seven other banks announcing the sale of 20% of their combined stake to Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) for ₹13,483 crore. Once complete, SMBC will become Yes Bank's largest shareholder. Despite a stellar performance—Q4 profit up 63% and FY25 net profit doubling to ₹2,406 crore—Yes Bank's shares fell over 10% after Carlyle's exit. It's a turning point for a bank that was in crisis mode just five years ago. 4. India's Travel Boom Needs a Louder Global Pitch India's tourism sector is back in full swing, contributing ₹21 trillion to GDP in 2024 and supporting 46.5 million jobs. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) projects the sector will grow to ₹42 trillion and 64 million jobs by 2035. But WTTC CEO Julia Simpson warns: India must invest in marketing and infrastructure to keep up. International visitor spend hit a record ₹3.1 trillion in 2024, while domestic travel surged to ₹15.5 trillion. However, India's global marketing spend remains worryingly low at just ₹3 crore. A new WTTC-India MoU could help raise India's global visibility. 5. India to Build First Polar Research Vessel In a landmark move, India will build its first-ever Polar Research Vessel (PRV), thanks to a new partnership between GRSE and Norway's Kongsberg. The vessel, to be built in Kolkata, will support deep polar and ocean research for India's National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research. This comes alongside plans for two ₹1,000 crore deep-sea exploration vessels as part of the Deep Ocean Mission. Each vessel will be equipped for 6 km-deep explorations with cutting-edge scientific gear. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, on a maritime diplomacy trip to Norway, pitched India as a global hub for green and resilient shipbuilding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rebecca Davis joins John Maytham each week to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebecca offer their view of what is happening in our world that makes it at times infuriating, at times inspirational but always fascinating. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" a weekly check on crime in the county // Rob McKenna on the legal battle between Harvard University and the Trump administration // Bill Harwood on the latest SpaceX rocket launch // Robert Sherman on President Trump's displeasure with Russia's Vladimir Putin // Alexander Tin on RFK Jr. removing COVID vaccines from the CDC immunization list // Gee Scott on Turkish Airlines new policy charging passengers for standing up during flights

In Episode 120 of the Award Travel 101 podcast, Mike Zaccheo and Angie Sparks cover Angie's recent trip to Slovenia and Croatia, blending personal travel highlights with timely award travel news. Big community updates include the long-awaited announcement of the 2025 Chicago Seminars (Nov 7–9 at HR ORD), changes to Emirates First Class award access for elites only, and generous summer promotions from Best Western and Marriott Homes & Villas. Hyatt also announced a cap on the number of awards a member can receive via gifting, beginning June 7, 2025. On the personal front, Angie completed spend on her ABG card and is eyeing her next one, while Mike is working up the nerve to have Player 2 call Chase before a bonus expires.Angie detailed her trip to the Balkans, booked using Turkish Miles & Smiles with a bonus from Citi ThankYou Points. Despite a few travel hiccups, she had an enjoyable experience flying Turkish Airlines and Polaris on the return. Hotels were mostly booked with cash via OTAs, with some offset using Capital One travel credits. Angie and her travel companion rented a car for their road trip, visiting Lake Bled, the Julian Alps, and iconic caves like Postojna, before crossing into Italy and heading down the Istrian coast into Croatia. Highlights included truffle tasting tours, the Roman ruins in Pula, and the stunning Plitvice Lakes. Angie strongly recommends Slovenia for its beauty, affordability, and mild summer weather. Her tip of the week? Always pack a charging brick—especially when facing airport delays.Link to Topics Discussed15th Annual Chicago SeminarsEmirates restricts First Class award redemptionsBest Western Points PromotionHyatt Restricts Award GiftsMarriott Homes & Villas PromotionEmirates Skyward Miles ExpirationWhere to Find Us The Free 110k+ member Award Travel 101 Community. To book time with our team, check out Award Travel 1-on-1. You can also email us at 101@award.travel Stay tuned for news about our next meetup! Our partner CardPointers helps us get the most from our cards. We love being able to automatically add all of our offers and quickly seeing the best card to use for every purchase. Signup today at https://cardpointers.com/at101 for a 30% discount on annual and lifetime subscriptions! Lastly, we appreciate your support of the AT101 Podcast/Community when you signup for your next card! Technical note: Some user experience difficulty streaming the podcast while connected to a VPN. If you have difficulty, disconnect from your VPN.

Send us a textNach Lufthansa und Air France-KLM zeigt nun auch Turkish Airlines Interesse an einem Einstieg bei Air Europa. Die spanische Airline will bis Sommer einen Partner finden – doch Globalia will die Mehrheit behalten. Damit steht ein harter Poker um Einfluss, Minderheitsbeteiligungen und Südamerika-Strategien bevor. Entscheidend wird auch sein, ob IAG ihren 20%-Anteil freigibt.#AirEuropa, #TurkishAirlines, #Lufthansa, #AirFranceKLM, #Globalia, #AviationNews, #Südamerika, #IAG, #AirlineDeals, #Spanien, #Fluggesellschaften, #Investorensuche, #CovidHilfen, #Kapitalerhöhung00:00 Willkommen zu Frequent Traveller TV00:47 Frankfurter Flughafen im Aufschwung03:13 Qatar Airways und der große Deal05:54 Türkische Airlines und Air Europa08:44 Hyatt und Marriott Promotions10:00 Fragen des TagesTake-OFF 14.05.2025 – Folge 099-2025Stammtisch Termine: https://FQTWorld.as.me/meetupKanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/54V7X7VO3WOVF1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

1. Tata Power's ₹25,000 Cr Surge - 00:38:02 - 01:53:715 Tata Power is charging ahead with a massive ₹25,000 crore capital outlay for FY26, focusing half of it on renewables. CEO Praveer Sinha revealed the company plans to add up to 2.7 GW of capacity, with long-term wind turbine deals in the pipeline. Tata Power is also eyeing two UP discoms—Purvanchal and Dakshinanchal—as they head for privatisation. Meanwhile, its nuclear ambitions hinge on legal reforms expected in the Monsoon Session. The company posted a strong Q4 with net profit up 25% to ₹1,306 crore, riding on strong performance across renewables, generation, and distribution. 2. North-East's ₹2.5 Trillion Pitch - 01:56:495- 03:13:724 Ahead of the Rising Northeast Summit on May 23–24, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced ₹1.12 trillion in confirmed proposals and eyes a ₹2.5 trillion target. Big names like Reliance, Adani, Tata Sons, and ITC are expected to contribute an additional ₹80,000 crore. From textiles to tourism, IT to energy, the region is being positioned as a high-return, high-growth destination. The summit will feature 11 ministerial sessions at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. French firms are also warming up to the region, with dairy, aviation, and agri-tech sectors in focus. 3. Gensol's Clean Energy Crisis - 03:16:504 - 04:41:656 Gensol Engineering is in deep trouble. Ireda has filed an insolvency plea for a ₹510 crore loan default, just weeks after accusing the company of forging documents and misusing funds. Sebi has already barred the promoters—Anmol and Puneet Singh Jaggi—from the markets and corporate roles. Gensol raised over ₹800 crore to buy EVs for its BluSmart business but used only ₹567 crore, with ₹260 crore unaccounted for. The case, now under EOW and forensic audit, is a cautionary tale in India's clean energy push. 4. #BoycottTurkey Takes Off - 04:44:518 - 05:59:635 Social media outrage over Turkey's ties with Pakistan—especially reports of drone support—has sparked #BoycottTurkey trends. Platforms like Cox & Kings and Ixigo have paused bookings to the country. IndiGo and Air India's partnerships with Turkish Airlines came under fire, but insiders say there's no major commercial hit—yet. With Turkish Technic servicing both airlines and Celebi handling ground ops at key airports, complete decoupling looks unlikely. As with Maldives and China, boycotts only stick when commerce takes a hit—and so far, it hasn't.

Send us a textLinking the Travel Industry is a business travel podcast where we review the top travel industry stories that are posted on LinkedIn by LinkedIn members.  We curate the top posts and discuss with them with travel industry veterans in a live session with audience members.  You can join the live recording session by visiting BusinessTravel360.comYour Hosts are Riaan van Schoor, Ann Cederhall and Aash ShravahStories covered on this session include -Sabre Corporation sells it's hospitality business unit to asset firm TPG for $1.1b. ... and Gray Dawes Travel announce they have selected Sabre as their single global GDS provider.There's been a 40% increase in issues relating to pax electronic devices impacting flights, the latest being the diversion of a Lufthansa A380 due to an iPad stuck in a seat.Revolut is taking on American Express with plans for a rewards card of their own.Five Brand USA board members get removed from their posts. Uniglobe Travel International LP expand their footprint in a deal with ITP - International Travel Partnership | Hickory.The African Space Agency is officially inaugurated.American Airlines are suing JetBlue for $1M...whilst rumours about a United Airlines / JetBlue partnership emerge. Lufthansa will stop on-board physical duty free sales on their long-haul flights.Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines all announce they will not return to Tel Aviv.You can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

En el primer trimestre de 2025, el empleo en el sector turístico en España alcanzó los 2.787.704 trabajadores, un 1,2% más que el año anterior, representando el 12,8% del empleo total, según datos de Turespaña. Además, el paro en actividades turísticas bajó al 12,1%, aunque la hostelería se vio afectada por el cambio de fecha de Semana Santa.Málaga se prepara para abrir las puertas a un nuevo mercado turístico con el lanzamiento del primer vuelo directo desde Seúl, la capital de Corea del Sur, lo que fomentará el turismo de larga distancia. Este vuelo, resultado de la colaboración con Korean Air y Hanjin Travel, se iniciará en octubre con ocho vuelos chárter programados.El VII Encuentro de la Red de Destinos Turísticos Inteligentes ha reunido a más de 170 gestores de 120 destinos en Santa Susanna. Organizado por SEGITTUR, el evento destacó la importancia de la colaboración y el intercambio de conocimientos para avanzar hacia un modelo turístico más resiliente, inclusivo y sostenible.Turkish Airlines conectará Sevilla con Estambul a partir de septiembre de 2025, ampliando así su red en el sur de Europa. La capital andaluza se convertirá en el sexto destino de la aerolínea en España, junto a Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Málaga y Bilbao.La Alianza de Municipios Turísticos Sol y Playa (AMT) se reunió en Londres con altos directivos de TUI, Jet2 y ABTA para reforzar la colaboración con el mercado británico. Ocho destinos españoles presentaron avances en sostenibilidad y hospitalidad, y propusieron acciones conjuntas para promover un turismo equilibrado con el Reino Unido.IAG, el grupo aéreo de Iberia, British Airways y Vueling, ha registrado un beneficio neto de 176 millones de euros en el primer trimestre de 2025, frente a las pérdidas de 4 millones del mismo período en 2024. El aumento en los ingresos por pasajero y la reducción del coste del combustible han impulsado estos resultados, que reflejan un crecimiento del 9,6% en los ingresos.

This week's episode is a little different—and a lot of fun. Jess, Pam, and Alex are joined by Traci for a special game of Would You Rather!? – Points Talk Edition. Traci challenges the squad with a lineup of delightfully diabolical travel questions designed to reveal where they really stand when it comes to their points and airline preferences, personal travel quirks, and loyalty trade-offs. From Business Class Woes to Economy Wins The episode kicks off with a tough one: would you rather have a lie-flat seat in business class next to an annoying stranger, or an entire economy row to yourself? At least one of the squad's answers will probably surprise you! Individual Perks vs. Points Value: Globalist or the Award Chart? Next, Traci challenges the group with Hyatt's ultimate tradeoff: would you rather have lifetime Globalist status or a guaranteed fixed award chart for 20 years? Is there dissent or do Alex, Jess, and Pam all come down on the same side on this one? Real-Life Dilemmas and Points Preferences From there, the questions get personal: Learn about Alex's secret grocery-store card confession. Would Jess rather stay at a Park Hyatt in a city she doesn't like (Venice) or a Holiday Inn Express in a city she loves (Tokyo)?  Would Alex rather have her beloved Southwest® Companion Pass or 600,000 Hyatt points?  Would Pam choose only domestic luxury travel or international budget travel if she could only choose one?  Tough Transfers & Redemption Realities The squad also weighs in on (and disagrees about) transferring highly valued points with or without bonuses. Nice Problems to Have They also daydream about future loyalty-program changes they'd love to see, like new Citi cards, United partnering with a second bank, and Capital One adding Alaska as a partner. (A girl can dream!)   The Great Collectibles Debate: Ducks or Houses? The episode ends on a light note, with the squad picking which flight souvenirs they'd rather have (rubber ducks or Delft houses) and which ones they'd be more likely to try to get permission to pinch.  This episode is full of laughs, strong opinions, and lots of travel daydreaming. Hit play now and see which “would you rather” choices you agree with—and which ones you totally wouldn't!

In This Episode:   This episode brings you the latest in aviation news. ANA is implementing AeroSHARK riblet technology on its Boeing 777-300ER fleet to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. In safety news, an Air India A320 attempted to take off from a taxiway at Goa's airport due to crew issues, and a Royal Thai Police Twin Otter crashed near Hua Hin after take-off, killing all six on board, with reports of engine failure. Major power outages disrupted flights at airports across Spain and Portugal. Lufthansa is using AI software 'Tray Tracker' to reduce in-flight meal waste. Route changes include Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines canceling or not resuming flights to Tel Aviv. Finnair plans to furlough pilots due to reduced use of their aircraft by Qantas. Brussels Airport canceled all departing flights due to a general strike. Looking to space, Amazon's Project Kuiper successfully launched its first 27 satellites for global internet. In the U.S., Republicans proposed a $15 billion plan to modernize air traffic control. Delta Air Lines will re-route Airbus deliveries to avoid tariffs. Joby Aviation completed its first piloted eVTOL transition flight. We also note that helicopters are battling wildfires near Cape Town and the importance of understanding personal values.     Listen & Subscribe:     Apple Podcasts: Apple Podcast   Spotify: Spotify   YouTube: YouTube         Would You Like To Support The Podcast?   Enjoying Bryan Air? Consider supporting the podcast through Patreon for exclusive content and perks!   Patreon: Bryan Air Patreon Supporters     Stay Connected:     Website: bryanroseveare.com   LinkedIn: Linkedin   Instagram: Instagram   X (formerly Twitter): X     Thank you for tuning in to Bryan Air!  

Chris Cowdrey and David Gower are taking their "Holy Bail" show on tour and with the help of Turkish Airlines (and not a Tiger Moth!) they are off to Singapore. Ahead of their departure, I caught up with them to talk about the show and get a few tasters of the great stories they both have to tell. There's also a special offer for anyone travelling to the show from afar!If you fancy attending, here is the link for full details and ticket availability:https://sg.bookmyshow.com/en/events/gower-cowdrey-and-the-holy-bail/GCATHBAV

Vergleich der deutschen Advanzia Miles & Smiles Kreditkarte und der neuen US Miles & Smiles Kreditkarte. Hier der Link zur Turkish Airlines US Kreditkarte: https://uscards.turkishairlines.com  

Not sure how to maximize your points? In this episode, we break down the top three ways to use each of the four major flexible points currencies—our favorite points currency (IYKYK), American Express Membership Rewards®, Capital One Venture Miles, and Citi ThankYou® Points—so you can book travel smarter. Our favorite points: Best for Hyatt & Flights It's easy to see why our favorite kind of points are just that! They're a gold mine for Hyatt stays, which offer the best value per point. Transfers to United Airlines can be great for international flights, and Flying Blue (Air France/KLM) often has solid award deals to Europe. ✔️ Top 3 Uses: Hyatt transfers – Best hotel value in points & miles United Airlines – Easy redemptions for family travel Flying Blue transfers – Discounted flights to Europe Capital One Venture Miles: Airline Sweet Spots & Simple Redemptions Capital One has grown into a top travel program. Air Canada Aeroplan and Turkish Airlines have some nice redemtpion sweet spots, and using Venture Miles to get a statement credit (often referred to as a "purchase eraser") for travel purchases gives you incredible flexibility. ✔️ Top 3 Uses: Air Canada Aeroplan – Great for international flights Turkish Airlines – Cheap flights to Hawaii & Europe Purchase Eraser – Easiest way to redeem miles American Express Membership Rewards®: Best for Bonuses & Luxury Travel Amex regularly offers transfer bonuses, making points stretch further. British Airways is great for booking American Airlines flights, Flying Blue offers discounted business-class redemptions, and Hilton transfers shine for aspirational stays. ✔️ Top 3 Uses: British Airways for AA/Iberia flights – Cheap awards to Europe Flying Blue transfers – Business-class deals to Paris Hilton transfers – High-end redemptions like Conrad Bora Bora Citi ThankYou® Points: Hidden Gems & Future AA Transfers Citi's best partners include Turkish Airlines, Choice Hotels, and Avianca LifeMiles. American Airlines transfers coming in 2026 make Citi even more exciting! ✔️ Top 3 Uses: Turkish Airlines – Best deal for United flights to Hawaii Choice Hotels – 1:2 transfers for premium stays Avianca LifeMiles – Cheap business-class tickets Final Thoughts: Which Points Currency Is Best? Each program has its strengths! One dominates for Hyatt, American Express is best for transfer bonuses, Capital One shines with easy redemptions, and Citi has exciting future potential. Not sure where to start? Hit play now for all the details and our best strategies! Links: Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad Transfer Partner Cheat Sheet: Transfer Partner & Airline Alliance Master List - https://travelmomsquad.ck.page/transfer-partners Episode Minute By Minute: 00:30 – Why flexible points are so valuable 02:00 – Our favorite points: Best ways to redeem for hotels & flights 06:45 – Capital One: Airline sweet spots & easy redemptions 12:30 – American Express: Transfer bonuses & luxury redemptions 20:00 – Citi: Hidden gems & the future of AA transfers 26:00 – Final thoughts & which program fits your travel goals Ready to make the most of your points? Listen to the full episode now and start booking smarter!

Original Release Date: Monday 17 March 2025    Description:   Today is not only St. Patrick's Day, it's also Dean Haglund's wedding day! Therefore, this week's installment of YOUR Chillpak Hollywood Hour is an absolute travel adventure. First, Lily Holleman joins Phil at the Hotel Kong Arthur in Copenhagen to share her thoughts about their trip to Venice. Then, we switch locations to a pub in Helsingør near the Kronborg Slot aka Hamlet's Castle and the spot where Dean will be entering into the bonds of matrimony. At the pub, while Dean's bachelor party is getting started, Dean reveals his most recent travel nightmares regales with tales of Turkish Airlines, in-flight movies from Turkey, and robots at the Istanbul Airport. There is a special cameo appearance from a surprise guest, and quite a bit of drinking, plus a lot of fascinating talk about the Copenhagen City Hall, ancient Constantinople and mermaids.

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Episode 53: Show Notes What does it take to plan the ultimate luxury travel experience? In this episode, Tom and Trevor sit down with returning guest Han Chicago, a well-known aviation enthusiast and premium travel expert, to hear about his recent extravagant, multi-leg trip. Han talks about his first-class flights, luxury airline products, and lounge experiences during his lavish adventure. He breaks down his premium airline experiences and what makes certain airlines excel in service and product quality. Hear why he prefers the luxury suite on the A380 over the Emirates Game Changer suite and what it was like flying in the pinnacle of luxury on Etihad's Residence suite. Han explains how he booked The Residence, what the service was like, and why he got a surprise birthday cake. They also discuss industry trends, the pros and cons of A380s, and why Han thinks A380 First Class remains superior to newer A350 suites. Han also shares insights on luxury travel booking strategies and how to acquire more airline miles for top-tier experiences. Join us for a deep dive into luxury aviation, travel hacking, and the quirks of premium airline swag with Han Chicago! Key Points From This Episode: [0:00:00] A warm welcome to Han Chicago and what listeners can expect from the episode. [0:03:50] His trip across multiple airlines, starting with Turkish Airlines (787-9) from Detroit. [0:08:04] Premium coffee, the meals on Turkish, and flying from Abu Dhabi to Muscat. [0:17:15] Activities in Muscat and his thoughts on Oman Air Business Class Apex Suite. [0:23:07] The malls in Bangkok, Emirates' Game Changer suite, and eating steak in Dubai. [0:34:16] Explore the differences between the Game Changer suite and the A380 First Class.  [0:41:25] Etihad's Residence experience, what it required, and how it compared to others. [0:59:21] Lounge-hopping at Heathrow and his American Airlines First Class flight to JFK. [1:16:32] Unpack aviation trends, fleet management, and airline capacity issues of the A380. [1:31:12] Han reflects on his luxury travel experience and why he recommends the A380. [1:33:33] He shares strategies for flying first-class and handling luxury airline swag.  [1:39:35] Final takeaways and another travel podcast Han recommends. Quotes: “Turkish [Airlines] is always solid. I don't think you can really go wrong with them.” — @hanchicago [0:11:38] “I think all loyalty programs should have 24-hour call centers because you are flying globally.” — @hanchicago [0:20:24] “The A380 [Emirates] product, for me, is still one of the best in the business.” — @hanchicago [0:36:01] “I am glad I did [The Residence] once. If you are really into this stuff, I think you have to try it once.” — @hanchicago [0:51:51] “I think people should get on those A380s while they still can. Don't take [them] for granted.” — @hanchicago [1:32:36] Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Han Chicago on X Han Chicago on Instagram Turkish Airlines Etihad Etihad | The Residence % Arabica DC | @AvGeek4All Qatar Airways Oman Air Emirates Qantas American Airlines Cathay Pacific Frequent Traveler University (FTU) Event TravelStories Episode 30: First Time Istanbul Visit with Han Layovers Podcast Thomas Kim on X Trevor Mountcastle on X

Le DC10 s'écrase dans la forêt de Senlis à proximité du tout nouvel aéroport de Roissy. Le bilan est lourd : 346 morts. C'est le crash d'avion le plus meurtrier de l'histoire sur le sol français. Ecoutez Les pépites RTL avec Jérôme Florin du 03 mars 2025.

Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Substack. Triple dippers for the whole squad. This week, Jimmy is debriefing Larry on waffle base layer economics, Chili's, first world restaurant problems, when flexing nuts goes right, The Snail is not worth the hype while Le Veau d'Or absolutely is, runway walking 101, there are different types of travel for different types of people, flying Turkish Airlines, a new contender for best airport lounge in the world emerges, busting worldwide, everything you ever wanted to know about James' perspective-shifting trip to Africa, ecotourism is complicated, blokes are naughty schoolboys who were forced to grow up, you can find evil Germans everywhere, yo lemme get a rolex and a Nile, coming face to face with silverback gorillas, a treacherous journey in search of bootlegs, the many heads of hair transplant surgery, how you can help and much more.

On January 16, 2017, a Turkish Airlines cargo plane crashed into a residential area near Manas International Airport after the pilots misinterpreted a key signal in the cockpit. What factors led to the misjudged approach and tragic outcome?Find photos and sources for this episode on our website:www.hardlandingspodcast.comSupport us in Patreon:www.patreon.com/hardlandingspodcast

Turkish Airlines has resumed direct flights to Damascus, ending a nearly 13-year hiatus.

Israel y Hamas están más cerca que nunca de alcanzar un acuerdo de alto el fuego. Así lo informó Antony Blinken, el secretario de Estado de Estados Unidos, señalando que ahora la pelota está del lado del grupo palestino para poner fin a la guerra en Gaza.Amazon Web Services, una subsidiaria de Amazon, anunció un proyecto de inversión de 5,000 millones de dólares para construir una ciudad digital en Querétaro, que supone ofrecer más de 440 servicios de alta tecnología para toda latinoamérica. Además... El Cabildo de Tijuana aprobó una declaratoria de emergencia ante una posible deportación masiva de Estados Unidos; En Oaxaca, 14 personas están desaparecidas desde el 7 de enero; Donald Trump pudo ser condenado por su intento fallido de aferrarse al poder en 2020; Varias mujeres acusaron a Neil Gaiman de agresión sexual; La princesa de Gales informó que está en remisión de cáncer; Y el director de Emilia Pérez canceló su participación en una función especial en la Cineteca Nacional.Y para #ElVasoMedioLleno… Un gorila bebé que fue encontrado en una caja, en una bodega de carga de un avión de Turkish Airlines, va por buen camino hacia la recuperación. Para enterarte de más noticias como estas, suscríbete a nuestro newsletter y síguenos en redes sociales. Estamos en todas las plataformas como @telokwento. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get Started On Shopify https://shopify.com/calumjohnson Start investing safely with https://public.com/calum Our Merch drops soon! Be 1 of 50 to get EXCLUSIVE ACCESS: https://bit.ly/StayDelusional2 Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1?igsh=MTdzbHI1b3c1b2dmag== Twitter https://x.com/calum_johnson9?s=21 Brett Conti https://www.instagram.com/brettcconti?igsh=MWRhbjZoajR5dDRkMw== Watch our episode with Nicky Saunders on how to quit your job and become a content creator https://youtu.be/HOGlijV_9ZQ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:48 Brett's early life story 04:44 How to find your purpose 10:15 The right time to quit your job 16:48 How to grow your business while working a job. 21:23 The most common limitations for beginner entrepreneurs. 28:26 Do what makes you odd! (Brett's YouTube journey) 32:34 How to take advantage of your first viral video. 35:47 Elements of a great YouTube video 38:14 How to create your YouTube Business Plan! 43:22 How to become your own niche 48:37 The snowball effect for creators. 55:40 Framework to grow your YouTube channel 59:04 The mindset to push through low engagement periods 1:01:55 Formula to create a successful YouTube video 1:08:18 How he made 6 figures in a month. 1:14:53 Landing big brand deals 1:17:33 How to avoid burnouts as a creator 1:23:30 Start enjoying life & stop working 1:25:22 Never Quit!! About the video 10 years ago, Brett quit his job in finance to focus on his Youtube dream and worked as a burger delivery boy to sustain himself. Fast forward to today, he has almost 900k subscribers and makes over 6 figures monthly working with brands like Sony, Expedia and Turkish Airlines. In this episode, he breaks down his framework for making viral videos and how you can quit your job and become a 6 figure creator.

2024 was a year to remember! In this episode, we're sharing our best of 2024 awards, from unforgettable hotel stays and flights to top credit card offers that helped us turn big dreams into reality. If you've ever wondered what points and miles can do, this episode will inspire you to dive in and start planning your own adventures. Pam's Picks: Bougie Moments at the Grand Hotel Victoria and Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Pam shares her top hotel stays of the year, starting with a stay in Lake Como. This “lifestyle of the rich and famous” property left Pam feeling like royalty, even as she joked about rocking athleisure among designer outfits. Her other favorite? The Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, where she enjoyed incredible January weather and a suite upgrade that made her feel like she was living in a dream. Alex's Favorite Stay: Greece with a Twist Alex highlights her stay at Canaves Oia Suites in Santorini. The breathtaking views, private infinity pool, and authentic cave house design made it a “pinch me” experience. This trip reminded Alex why points and miles are so worth it—making unforgettable luxury accessible. Jess's Overwater Villa Moment in Bora Bora Jess couldn't top her Conrad Bora Bora stay this year, calling it a “pinch me” experience. From the overwater villa to stargazing on her private deck, Jess shared how she turned a $15,000 dream trip into a reality with Hilton points. Her takeaway? These moments are priceless, and points make them possible. Top Flights of the Year Pam's favorite flight was on the luxurious Etihad Apartments, booked with Air Canada miles for just 65,000 points. Her first-class experience, complete with caviar service and a private suite, was a highlight of the year. Alex shared a special memory of flying business class on Singapore Airlines, while Jess raved about Turkish Airlines' new A350 suite, complete with the best corn soup she's ever had. The Best Credit Card Offers of 2024 The team also reviewed their favorite credit card offers of the year. Pam scored big with the Chase Freedom Unlimited. Alex loved the Chase Ink Business Preferred's 120,000-point bonus, and Jess highlighted the Capital One Spark Cash Plus, which earned her 260,000 miles. Looking Ahead to 2025 As the episode wraps up, the team reflects on the incredible opportunities points and miles offered in 2024 and teases what's to come in 2025. Whether you're just getting started or already a pro, there are plenty of offers and strategies to help you plan your best year of travel yet. Want to Learn More? If you're ready to start making memories like these, check out our free webinar, How to Get Your Next Vacation for Nearly Free. The link is in the show notes—don't miss it!   Links: Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad   Episode Minute By Minute: 02:00 – Favorite hotel stays: Pam, Alex, and Jess share their picks 10:00 – Best flights: From Etihad Apartments to Turkish Airlines suites 22:00 – Top destinations: Portugal, Japan, and more 30:00 – Best credit card offers and strategies for 2024 39:30 – Looking ahead: What we're excited about in 2025

Send us a textTurkish Airlines gerät nach mehreren Beschwerden über Bettwanzen an Bord unter Druck. Passagiere berichten von sichtbaren Bettwanzen auf Sitzen, Decken und Kissen auf Flügen zwischen Istanbul und den USA. Einige Reisende wurden von den Parasiten gebissen, darunter eine Frau, die 13 juckende Bissspuren hatte.Die Airline nennt Bettwanzen ein „häufiges Problem in öffentlichen Räumen“ und betont, dass Flugzeuge vor jedem Flug gereinigt und desinfiziert werden. Trotzdem bleiben die Parasiten schwer zu bekämpfen, da herkömmliche Methoden wie Hitze auf Flugzeugen nicht angewendet werden können.Turkish Airlines arbeitet mit Airbus und Boeing an besseren Lösungen. Beschwerden über Bettwanzen gab es auch bei anderen Airlines, darunter British Airways und American Airlines.#TurkishAirlines #Bettwanzen #Fliegen #Reisen #Passagierrechte #FluggesellschaftFrage des Tages: Hattet ihr schon mal mit Bettwanzen zu tuen? “Status für einen Tag”, wie findet ihr diese Aktion? Wer hat Lust bei der Sendung mit dabei zu sein?00:00 Willkommen zu Frequent Traveller TV01:58 Airbus Auslieferung Ende 2024 massiv gestiegen04:10 airBaltic muss Flüge streichen im Sommerflugbahn06:42 Lufthansa und Swiss Strafen Update09:54 Turkish Airlines sagt:”Bettwanzen sind normales Problem”15:24 Lufthansa Miles & More Payback  Transfer mit 20%16:56 Hyatt & American Airlines “Status für einen Tag”19:22 Gepäck nicht mit Schleifen versehen - Gepäckabfertiger Tipp21:38 Sonntag Live Thema: Lufthansa Allegris ein Desaster?22:12 Fragen des TagesTake-OFF 03.01.2025 – Folge 003-2025Stammtisch Termine: https://FQTWorld.as.me/meetupKanalmitglied werden und exklusive Vorteile erhalten:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQyWcZxP3MpuQ54foJ_IsgQ/joinHier geht es zu eurem kostenlosen Consulting Link - https://FTCircle.as.me/Damit Du von unserem Wissen profitieren kannst, kannst du ein mindestens 60 minütiges und vor allem auf dich zugeschnittenes Punkte, Meilen, Status Coaching buchen. Nach dem Call bekommst du ein Jahr Zugang zu dieser Gruppe und zahlst so nur 10 Euro pro Monat und kannst sofort profitieren. Hier ist nun der Link zu deinem neuen Punkte, Meilen und Status Deals.MY SOCIALSWhatsApp - https://wa.me/message/54V7X7VO3WOVF1FACEBOOK | Lars F Corsten - https://www.facebook.com/LFCorsten/FACEBOOK | FQT.TV - https://www.facebook.com/FQTTVFACEBOOK | FTCircle - https://www.facebook.com/FTCircleTWITTER | Lars F Corsten - https://twitter.com/LFCorstenINSTAGRAM | Lars F Corsten - https://www.instagram.com/lfcorsten/LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfcorsten/Clubhouse - @LFCorsten

In episode 242 of the Simple Flying Podcast, your hosts, Tom and Channing, discuss, Frontier Airlines suspends 40+ routes Turkish Airlines commits to JFK Terminal One Delta Air Lines restarts daily Rio-JFK flights The FAA certifies the Airbus A321XLR with P&W engines QantasLink takes 1st ex-WestJet Dash 8 Q400

Episode 48: Show Notes What's the holiday season without a little airing of grievances? Join us for our Festivus 2024 special, where we pull no punches as we dive into the biggest wins and fails of the travel and loyalty program world for 2024. Dia Adams joins us to share her pros and cons of loyalty programs, explain country-specific regulations that hinder travel point usage, and unpack Google's impact on freelance travel advisors. We also explore the best and worst loyalty programs of 2024, the top airline redemption stories, and our Festivus miracles of the year. Join us for insights, laughs, and a look back at an eventful year in travel. Tune in now! Key Points From This Episode: [0:01:07] Introducing Dia Adams and the meaning behind Festivus.  [0:03:20] Dia tells us about her main grievances toward loyalty and hotel programs. [0:08:15] Hear about Dia's criticisms of banks and the Christman gift options for members. [0:11:50] Bonus grievance: Google delisting travel sites and its impact on the community. [0:17:30] Thomas shares his perspective on loyalty programs, Google, and banks. [0:30:20] Trevor talks about his grievances with Turkish Airlines and Bank of America. [0:35:13] Unpack the Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines merger and its effects on loyalty programs. [0:40:22] What airlines, loyalty programs, and banks got it right, according to Thomas. [0:50:43] Explore Hotels.com's One Key loyalty program and why Dia thinks it is a good deal. [0:59:12] Why Choice's one-to-two loyalty program is a great program alternative. [1:04:31] Discover the pros and cons of Air Canada's Aeroplan loyalty program. [1:14:52] Find out what bank made Trevor's "feat of strength" list for the best loyalty program. [1:17:22] Festivus miracles: celebrate highlights from the year and our favorite moments. [1:35:42] Final takeaways, how you can contact Dia, and a thank you to our listeners. Quotes: “Until you have stayed in numerous hotel rooms in Europe, you don't understand the size of hotel rooms in Europe.” — @TheDiaAdams [0:6:19] “If you are using the traditional programs, you could be sitting on a million points and not be able to spend them outside of the United States.” — @TheDiaAdams [0:7:58] “It definitely doesn't sound like [Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines] are in any rush to merge into a single program.” — @TheDiaAdams [0:37:19] “If you are someone who really only wants luxury, Choice also now books into preferred hotels and resorts.” — @TheDiaAdams [1:02:45] “American Express, you are my beastie this year. Keep the good times rolling.” — @tmount [1:16:57] Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Dia Adams Dia Adams on LinkedIn Dia Adams on X Dia Adams on Instagram Fortune Accor Alaska Airlines Delta Air Lines Turkish Airlines Air Canada Air Canada | Aeroplan American Express Bank of America Chase Bank Choice Bank Choice Hotels Hotels.com Vrbo® Hyatt Hotels Episode 24: Festivus Edition Episode 36: The Asia Pacific Experience with Spencer Howard Episode 41: Perspective and Camp Mom with Dia Adams Milenomics Thomas Kim on X Trevor Mountcastle on X

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On this special episode, Rich Ferreira interviews employee and friend Amy Holstege as she prepares to retire after 20 years with GTI Tours. When Amy began with GTI in 2004, little did she know how many friendships she would make and how special those relationships would become! From coworkers in our Michigan office, to staff at Turkish Airlines, to guides and drivers across the world, those relationships became the key to a long and fulfilling career.The Lord taught Amy important lessons along the way, like appreciating what each team member brings to the table, to stop and pray in stressful situations, and to do your very best so that many people can meet God in the Land.Israel will always hold a special place in Amy's heart, as she will in ours. God bless her and her retirement!

Wally Harrison and his Harbor Church group just returned on October 18 from their study tour of Turkey! He describes how Turkey exceeded people's expectations in terms of sheer beauty, historical sites, wonderful guide Gokhan, and enjoying delicious cuisine together in unique  settings.Little did Wally and his group know at the beginning of the tour that they would have the opportunity to bring scripture to life in an unusual way. Just before boarding their overseas flight from Chicago (ORD), Turkish Airlines delayed their flight, then cancelled it altogether. Thankfully, he and his team decided to respond with gratitude and to make the best of a stressful situation. The group had the opportunity to live out , with God's strength, Paul's powerful message in Philippians 4:11-13:"I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength."International travel is full of variables, and it's how we respond that counts. As GTI's adage says, "Blessed are the flexible, for they will be bent but not broken." This is a great reminder to all of us to look for the good in what God is doing!

In this episode, Pam takes us on a journey through Italy, sharing how she and her sister made the most of credit card points to explore some of the country's most iconic spots. From the excitement of snagging business class seats on Turkish Airlines to their adventures in Rome, Lake Como, and Cinque Terre, this episode is packed with tips, laughs, and a few surprises. Flying in Style with Turkish Airlines Pam kicks things off by describing how she and her sister flew business class round-trip for just 90,000 miles each! Although they traveled on Turkish Airlines' older plane configuration, Pam found the seats spacious and comfortable. With quality food, incredible service, and even tea lights during dinner, Turkish Airlines left a lasting impression. Exploring Chicago's Park Hyatt Before heading overseas, Pam and her sister spent a day in Chicago, staying at the luxurious Park Hyatt. With a stunning view of the city, a Viator tour, and some quality time on the Navy Pier, their Chicago stay set the tone for a relaxing trip. Lake Como's Grand Hotel Victoria Lake Como is Pam's favorite Italian destination, and staying at the Grand Hotel Victoria felt like a dream come true. Despite a minor hiccup with their limo service, she describes the hotel's new beach club and the serene beauty of Lake Como's small towns. A day trip to Varenna made this part of the trip unforgettable. Wandering Through Cinque Terre Pam and her sister finally made it to Cinque Terre, a place they'd planned to visit on a past trip. Staying at Hotel Pasquale in Monterosso, they explored the charming coastal villages by train, enjoyed the local gelato, and took in the stunning coastal views. Pam notes that, while crowded during the day, Cinque Terre transforms into a peaceful, magical place once the cruise crowds leave. Wrapping Up in Milan The sisters ended their Italian adventure with a stay at the Sheraton Malpensa before flying back. Pam shares a final tip for using points on international trips, especially when navigating multiple cities and modes of transportation. For Pam, Italy is a place she'll never tire of, and her love for the country and its culture shines through in every story. If you're dreaming of an Italian getaway or curious about how to make the most of points and miles, this episode is a must-listen! Hit play now to hear the full story!    Links For This Episode:  Park Hyatt Chicago: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/illinois/park-hyatt-chicago/chiph Grand Hotel Victoria: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/bgyhvlx-grand-hotel-victoria-concept-and-spa-lago-di-como/ Hotel Pasquale: https://www.hotelpasquale.it/en/index.php Sheraton Malpensa Airport: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/milmp-sheraton-milan-malpensa-airport-hotel-and-conference-centre/overview Itailarail: https://www.italiarail.com Links: Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad   Episode Minute By Minute: 00:30 – Pam's Love for Italy and Setting the Scene 01:37 – Scoring Business Class Seats on Turkish Airlines 06:00 – Exploring Chicago and Staying at the Park Hyatt 15:26 – Arriving at Lake Como's Grand Hotel Victoria 24:17 – Wandering Through Cinque Terre 35:30 – Wrapping Up the Trip in Milan and Travel Tips

10-10-24 The Bizarre File #1696 Turkish Airlines had a plane make an emergency landing in New York because the pilot died. In one day, speed eater broke a record to drink a capri sun packet in 21 seconds. A man who was wearing a banana costume during the illegal Philadelphia car meetups has been arrested. er stepping out of his car, making it impossible to prove if he was drunk while driving. A woman was sent back to jail after missing a probation meeting 20 years ago, and more!

A pilot flying aboard Turkish Airlines died mid flight. The cause is still under investigation. Jamie has a list of 5 things that you can do to help keep your relationship going. BJ thinks LT Dan in Florida looks kinda like SMH DIL.

Hurricane Milton is hours away from landfall in Florida but has already caused damaged with life-threatening storm surge and a tornado outbreak. Disaster relief is sparking a political fight over misinformation. Former President Donald Trump hit the campaign trail in Pennsylvania today. A Turkish Airlines plane made an emergency landing in New York today after the captain died on board. Plus, Mountain Dew is spelling out the word "mountain" in its logo again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meet Travis Chambers, the genius behind Outpost X, a mind-bending desert hotel that's redefining experiential stays. Travis didn't just wake up one day and decide to build a viral hotel—he first built an ad agency where he worked with brands like Vitamin Water, Turkish Airlines, and Old Navy to create viral social content. After selling the agency for $17 million in 201, he used that capital to create something completely new in the world of hospitality. In this conversation, we dive deep into Travis's unique approach to hospitality, where he blends art, adventure, and immersive storytelling to create an experience like no other. His goal? To push guests beyond their comfort zones in a place designed to make you feel slightly uncomfortable—in the best way possible. And here's the kicker: Outpost X is just the beginning. Travis has developed an elaborate storyline that will eventually connect all of his future properties across the world, building a universe where each stay is part of a larger narrative. Tune in to hear: How Travis generated nearly $1 million on Indiegogo to fund the Outpost X build The genius behind designing a hotel that's more art project than resort, and why some guests call it better than Disneyland while others simply don't get it Why he believes creating immersive experiences will save humanity in an AI-driven world His ambitious plans to tie every future property into a sci-fi-inspired world And so much more This was one of the most amazing, inspiring, and crazy interviews I've ever conducted.  You're going to love it. Check out Outpost X Follow Travis on Instagram Follow Outpost X on Instagram  This episode is brought to you by The Content House If you listen to this podcast, you likely care a lot about your brand. You care about building it thoughtfully and purposefully. What I love about Nate and the team at The Content House is that they truly understand this. They care about getting to know your style, your approach, and the unique quirks and features that make your collection of stays special. Their service is full end-to-end social media management and content creation. From shooting stunning videos and photos to editing, posting, and even sourcing influencers to partner with… The Content House specializes in working with hospitality entrepreneurs building well-branded, boutique collections, often in exotic or extra-special locations… Follow The Content House on Instagram Dunlap Hollow Reel Live Oak Lake Reel FLOHOM Reel Villa Stay Texas Reel About the Show Behind the Stays is brought to you by StayWatch — the internet's best resource for deals on Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com. You can subscribe, for free, at www.staywatch.ai Behind the Stays is hosted by Zach Busekrus, Co-founder of StayWatch, you can connect with him on Twitter at @zboozee or on LinkedIn.

This week New York Mayor Eric Adams was indicted for allegedly receiving illegal campaign contributions from foreign nationals, using straw donors and a quid-pro-quo arrangement. So just how strong are the charges? As hosts Renato Mariotti and Asha Ranagga explain, It's Complicated.  Subscribe to our Patreon here, where paid members will get access to exclusive portions of this show. patreon.com/reallyamericanmedia We'll discuss the multifaceted elements of the charges, including campaign finance fraud, bribery, and foreign influence. Renato, a former federal prosecutor, recaps the arduous investigative journey it would require to crack this case, and discusses the many legal challenges a trial will face. They explore the intersection of national security and public corruption, and cover a broader trend of foreign influence in U.S. politics, with cases involving influences from Egypt, Turkey, and Russia. You'll also hear about the diplomatic and geopolitical nuances of these examples and find out how such revelations can derail international relations and domestic policies. Adams is also accused of using the foreign funds to receive matching money from New York State, and allegedly provided favors in exchange for the contributions. According to the indictment, Adams received lavish perks and benefits from Turkish Airlines in exchange for intervening to secure a fire safety certificate for a Turkish skyscraper, despite significant fire code violations. You won't believe what else Adams allegedly gave them in exchange. But critical questions remain - like who in Eric Adams' circle is cooperating with authorities? Asha breaks down Adam's broader scheme, and explains why even though many individuals are implicated in the web of corruption, Adams is the only named defendant.  Renato and Asha agree that while the legalities of the case present serious challenges, the overall perception of Adams trading influence with a foreign government will not sit well with a jury. And they'll explain why the indictment is as much about exposing the foreign influence on U.S. officials as it is about prosecuting the specific charges. For more expert analysis and in-depth discussions on high-profile legal cases, be sure to tune in next week. Stay informed, stay engaged, and be part of the conversation about the future of American justice, right here on It's Complicated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Federal prosecutors allege that New York mayor Eric Adams accepted tens of thousands of dollars of free business-class upgrade on Turkish Airlines as part of a broader scheme to receive illegal support from foreign nationals (including concealed political donations from Turks) in exchange for official favors, including from the Fire Department of New York. This is a long, fun “speaking indictment” with juicy details.Plus, there's other news: Three Iranian hackers indicted for the breach of Trump campaign documents; a hot bench in an appellate hearing over the $450 million Trump civil judgment that may or may not amount to anything; and a settlement in Smartmatic v. Newsmax that everyone is pretending to be happy about.Visit serioustrouble.show to sign up for our newsletter and find a transcript of this episode. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.serioustrouble.show/subscribe