The number of new foreign-born workers in the United States declined because of the Covid-19 pandemic, but U.S. workers were not better off, according to new research. That refutes a long-held anti-immigration argument and addresses a concern raised by some labor unions. Worker shortages, partly a result of restrictive immigration policies and made worse by
(CNN) — With the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics fast approaching, the world’s first self-driving high-speed train is already in action, transporting athletes and officials between the two main cities hosting the games on the historic Beijing-Zhangjiakou intercity railway. The fact that this bullet train can drive itself is remarkable enough. But partway through the 56-minute
A traveler wears a face mask while checking their phone on the arrivals level outside the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) amid increased Covid-19 travel restrictions on January 25, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. Patrick T. Fallon | AFP | Getty Images Airlines and other travel-industry groups asked the
(CNN) — As storms buffet the UK, footage has emerged of a pilot pulling off a particularly challenging landing — but not before the plane appeared to nearly topple over and scrape its tail on the runway. British Airways flight 1307 traveled from Aberdeen to London on Monday — but the 80-minute flight had a
Valentine’s Day is precisely two weeks away, and there is still time (just) to get your act together and book a last-minute romantic holiday. The good news is that the decidedly unromantic process of taking a Covid-19 test will be removed for British arrivals as of February 11, just in time for Valentine’s Day. The
At this point, it’s safe to say most brands have a “signature” chicken sandwich to compete in the intensely competitive category ignited by Chick-fil-A and bolstered by Popeyes. Those sandwiches have generated sustained success throughout the past couple of years, illustrating a consumer set that’s not even close to getting tired of such options. Fortunately
(CNN) — Choosing the most beautiful ski resort in the Alps is like picking the prettiest diamond. Pristine peaks and sparkling snow make for an attractive package — even with some of our man-made “creations” — but some just carry their beauty a little bit better. The setting, the architecture, the atmosphere, the personality —
Salty snacks company Benestar Brands, which operates across the U.S. and Mexico, has acquired premium pork rinds producer 4505 Meats. Insiders estimate the deal size is between $50 million to $100 million. 4505 Meats was founded in 2009 by San Francisco-based butcher and chef Ryan Farr as a way to utilize discarded chicharrones, and its
(CNN) — During any life-changing event, there comes a moment when the fog of the crisis temporarily clears, and you realize with certainty that things will never be the same again. That moment gets a lot of airtime in books and movies, often as a pivotal, middle-of-the-night epiphany in a protagonist’s narrative arc. Sticking to
Göreme, in the Cappadocia region of central Turkey. Westend61 | Westend61 | Getty Images Americans’ enthusiasm for travel has rebounded to levels unseen since the broad rollout of Covid-19 vaccines last year, as their wanderlust eclipses hesitation fueled by the omicron and delta virus variants. Nearly 82% of people are in a “ready to travel”
Jan. 31st, 2022 At most times of the day, its peak pierces through the clouds. This flawless pyramid mountain stands alone except for its reflection of the glacier lake in front of it. This is the magnificent Niesen Mountain, sat upon the shores of Lake Thun, a gorgeous glacier lake in central Switzerland. Around the
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Wall Street has finally gotten the memo that healthier products equal healthier financials This month Unilever suffered a setback in its effort to transform itself into a more health-oriented company: its deal to buy GlaxoSmithKline’s Plc’s consumer health arm fell through after Unilever couldn’t meet the asking price. The pullout cost Unilever’s giant consumer product
(CNN) — There are many different places a retired plane can end up in its after life. Some return to the sky to fly for other airlines, others are recycled for parts (around 80 to 85% of an aircraft can be recycled) while a vast number are relocated to aircraft boneyards. One particular decommissioned British
Amy and Steve go to Oxnard, California, where a terrified mother is facing an onslaught of paranormal activity in her childhood home. She believes whatever’s in the house killed her husband and her father, and if left unchecked, it will kill again! On The Dead Files, physical medium Amy Allan and retired NYPD homicide detective
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This year’s hottest hotel openings are a varied bunch, from bumper-size projects that were half a decade in the making to little island retreats that have quietly cropped up. Revival is a key theme, with former landmark hotels restored to their former glory on Capri and the Costa del Sol. Unbridled luxury also features with
Hey all you skeptics out there. British supermarket chain, Waitrose recently released its 2022 Food and Drink report in which it predicts that potato milk will be the biggest dairy alternative milk trend of 2022. Yes. Potatoes. “We’ve seen the popularity of soy, almond, oat, and pea milk in recent years,” said Waitrose. “Now it’s
“Welcome home,” the staff at Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Cancun will say to you as you arrive at the lobby of the 415-room Mexican resort. Resting along the Caribbean coastline just 35 minutes from the airport, the property and its team members have one common mission: to make you feel as comfortable
Like moths to a flame, Britons tend to head south in summer, rather than north. The reasons are obvious. If a suntan is your priority, why would you choose a holiday destination even further from the Equator than Britain? Alternatives to the Med also tend to be costlier, while their cuisine can lack the same