From one budget airline to another. After Spirit Airlines shut down, many budget travelers were left scrambling, leaving many passengers to look for last-minute alternatives and even leaving one airport with no commercial flights at all. Many airlines — and weirdly enough, Papa John’s — have been stepping in to help those stranded travelers. Frontier … Read more
Allegiant Air said Wednesday it has completed its purchase of Sun Country Airlines, finalizing a deal that combines two low-cost carriers at a turbulent time for the budget airline industry following the recent shutdown of rival Spirit Airlines. Las Vegas-based Allegiant said the transaction closed after receiving required regulatory and shareholder approvals. When the deal … Read more
After Spirit Airlines shuttered, some small towns were hit particularly hard — leaving at least one airport with an empty flight schedule. The budget airline ceased operations after 34 years on May 2, 2026, and while many travelers were left scrambling to get new flights, one small airport has been left with no commercial service … Read more
Beauty influencer James Charles was torched online after calling a recently canned Spirit Airlines worker a “lazy piece of s–t” in a maniacal, expletive-fueled tirade over a donation request. The 26-year-old internet personality unleashed an explosive rant in a now-deleted TikTok after receiving a message with a GoFundMe link and a desperate plea for support … Read more
There may be a happy ending after all. In the wake of Spirit Airlines ceasing operations after more than three decades, many loyal customers are scrambling to find a new airline. But what many may not know is that you can put your now-unusable Spirit membership status to good use. A number of airlines — … Read more
Spirit Airlines passengers were feeling anything but lifted following the company’s abrupt shutdown on Saturday. But thanks to Papa John’s, grounded passengers have a reason to stay home… and order in. The now-defunct airline’s loyalty members are being offered a consolation tasty prize: free pizza. On Friday, Papa John’s announced a new promotion, “Skies to … Read more
They’re keeping the spirit alive. Spirit Airlines permanently shut down on Saturday after 34 years after a surge in fuel prices that impacted restructuring efforts, resulting in the cancellations of hundreds of flights and leaving customers wondering what this means for their future travel plans. However, a group of common folk on social media are … Read more
It’s the end of an inexpensive travel era. Money-savvy travelers are mourning Spirit Airlines, the once-beloved budget carrier, which permanently shut down on Saturday after undergoing severe financial distress and failing to obtain a $500 million bailout from the administration. After the company’s officials announced yesterday that they were closing operations of the nation’s eighth-largest airline … Read more
A Spirit Airlines pilot received a hero’s send-off with the help of a rival airline — and his first officer son — as his retirement flight was abruptly cut amid the carrier’s sudden shutdown. Capt. Jon Jackson was scheduled to fly one last time for Spirit into Baltimore-Washington International on Saturday when the ultra-low-cost airline … Read more
Does its Spirit live on for stranded travelers? Spirit Airlines shutdown has resulted in the cancellation of dozens of the budget carrier’s flights in New York and New Jersey, leaving oodles of flyers high and dry. The discount carrier scrapped 34 flights for Saturday to and from Newark Liberty International Airport and 18 at LaGuardia, … Read more
Vanessa Bryant shared several tributes to her late daughter, Gianna, on Friday — and each was quite emotional. Gianna, one of Vanessa and Kobe Bryant’s four children, would have turned 20 on the date, and to celebrate, Vanessa first shared a picture of the two kissing on her Instagram page. Vanessa Bryant shared a photo … Read more
Spirit Airlines is preparing to shutter operations, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal, and customer are sure to be wondering what this means for their future travel plans. The budget carrier has struggled to get back on its feet after its second bankruptcy in less than a year — and now it has the … Read more
These are some game-winning bites. Kellanova — previously known as cereal behemoth Kellogg — is kicking off the summer of 2026 World Cup soccer with six new, limited-time twists on popular snacks in partnership with the US Soccer Federation (USSF). Inspired by American team spirit, the new lineup is built for shared moments with the … Read more
The Trump administration has neared a deal to rescue embattled low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, the Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. The US government will lend Spirit as much as $500 million in exchange for warrants to take a potential stake in the carrier, according to the report. President Trump told CNBC on Tuesday … Read more
“It was ‘the hood’ last year, but like the flip of a switch, every Palm Beach Island New Yorker is over here now to Instagram their breakfast,” commented someone in the subreddit r/WestPalmBeach. They’re riffing about the new Nora District — short for North Railroad Avenue — the city’s largest redevelopment project in 25 years. … Read more
Eric Dane is sharing everything about his ALS battle — including the emotional toll that the devastating diagnosis has taken on him. The “Euphoria” actor, 53, gave the latest update on his health during a virtual panel with I AM ALS on Tuesday. “I have no reason to be in a good spirit at any … Read more
Ferrari on Tuesday completed a refresh of its hybrid range with the new 849 Testarossa sportscar, a tribute to the famous original Testarossa model of the 1980s. Ferrari unveiled the new plug-in hybrid, four-wheel drive in Milan, a car which will replace 2019’s SF90 Stradale at the top of its range. The new vehicle will also … Read more
United Airlines on Thursday rushed to cash in on rival Spirit Airlines’ financial troubles, beefing up its footprint in the bankrupt discount carrier’s main markets, including Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Las Vegas, as Frontier Group announced new routes to Latin America and the Caribbean. Florida-based Spirit Airlines, which filed for its second bankruptcy protection last week, has been shrinking its operations and retreating from … Read more
No-frills pioneer Spirit Airlines filed for fresh Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Friday, as dwindling cash and mounting losses derailed its turnaround efforts since emerging from a previous Chapter 11 reorganization in March. The carrier, recognizable by its bright yellow jets, has struggled to steady operations since emerging from its first bankruptcy in March. Flights, ticket … Read more
They’re sad about the happiest place on Earth. Disney World fans are fuming after the theme park announced the closure of three of its most iconic attractions: Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat. The beloved destinations are set to shutter on July 7 to make way for Piston Peak National … Read more