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Airbus flying away from Europe
Dec 4, 2007
Attracted by the weak dollar, Airbus is considering opening up a new factory in Alabama. Doug Krizner talks to David Gow from The Guardian in London about the wake-up call to Europe's manufacturing industry.
Vegas gets lucky with business visitors
Nov 29, 2007
Not like Las Vegas is struggling for tourism, but Sin City is seeing some extra action from business visitors. Ashley Milne-Tyte reports on the draw the city has for businesspeople besides the lure of a quick game.
Frequent fliers aren't going as far
Nov 28, 2007
Discount carriers have made it tougher for frequent fliers to cash in on their miles. Stacey Vanek-Smith explores how far those benefits will take you now, and whether frequent-flier programs build customer loyalty.
Canada welcomes medical tourists
Nov 28, 2007
Canada is getting in on U.S. "medical tourism," making it easier for Americans looking for more affordable health care to visit the country for treatment. Stacey Vanek-Smith looks into the trend's growing profitability.
Airlines appreciated the extra space
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Alisa Roth
Nov 27, 2007
Allowing commercial flights into military airspaces saved airlines money in jet fuel, but there were still long delays for take-off and landings. But Alisa Roth reports airlines were happy with the results anyway.
Voice of London's 'tube' fired for remark
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Kai Ryssdal
Nov 26, 2007
Emma Clarke, whose voice calmly prompts Underground riders to "mind the gap" reportedly called the transportation system "dreadful."
Airbus lands in growing China market
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Alisa Roth
Nov 26, 2007
China is expected to be the second-largest market for airplanes within the next 20 years, and Airbus is taking advantage. Alisa Roth reports on whether the company is pulling ahead of its American competition.
For public good, not for profit.
What really happened at that first dinner?
Nov 22, 2007
For Americans who want to know the real story behind what started Thanksgiving, Plimoth Plantation in Plymouth, Mass. recreates a Pilgrim village. And Steve Tripoli reports that business is making history.
The guru's guide to comfort
Nov 21, 2007
Just because you're stuck in coach doesn't mean you have to suffer. Tess asks Matt Daimler, the man behind SeatGuru, how to get the best seat in the house.
Trade misery for miles
Nov 21, 2007
Frustrated when you can't find a non-stop flight? Some people actually seek out stopovers. Tess talks to Wired Magazine writer Dave Demerjian about the art of the "mileage run."