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Lufthansa invested €3 billion in premium economy service in the Middle East

Lufthansa, the German airline will offer premium economy service in its route in the Middle East. It will start on October 25. The airline plans to roll it out in all intercontinental destinations by this month.

Oct 12, 2015 02:19 AM EDT


Public surveillance mobile app empowers Indonesians

This post deals with how the public surveillance app has helped the frustrated Indonesians air their woes over the delays of bureaucrats in the completion of the road and port development projects.

Oct 19, 2015 12:14 AM EDT


Where do Americans spend their savings on gas?

Cheap gas benefits American consumers enabling them to spend more than they have to. Come holiday seasons, pockets and wallets are no longer bulging because money was already spent and was not saved.

Oct 11, 2015 08:57 PM EDT


China Resources to offload stake in Wal-Mart China for $525mn

China Resources is offloading its stake in Wal-Mart China operations. Wal-Mart has 21 stores across China. The 35 percent stake sale value is pegged at $525mn. Wal-Mart says the minority stake selling doesn't impact its operations in China.

Oct 11, 2015 08:55 PM EDT


American Airlines Flight Crew Shared their Memorable Moments with Pope Francis and their Preparations before the Pontiff's Arrival

The Crew of the American Airlines have shared their up close moments with the Pope Francis during his visit in US. For the celebrating the arrival of the Pope, the American flag carrier made a video documenting their preparations before the arrival and the Pope's arrival in several destinations.

Oct 10, 2015 12:05 AM EDT


Volkswagen recall starts in January 2016

Due to the emission scandal, VW is forced to recall its 11 million cars that would start January next year and will be completed at the end of the same year. VW CEO said that some cars need can be fixed by software adjustment or mechanical alterations.

Oct 09, 2015 03:22 AM EDT


Uber invested $1 billion for its China operation

Uber announced that the company has increased its investment in China to be closed to $1 billion. The investment is mainly for applying a permit and as a strategy to increase the company's market domination which is currently dominated by Chinese own Didi Kuaidi.

Oct 08, 2015 08:58 PM EDT


Cracks at the Glass Suspension Bridge In China Cause Visitors to Panic

The newly opened suspended glass bridge at the Mountain of Yuntai in China cracks causing visitors to panic in fear. The said glass bridge is temporary close after the incident.

Oct 08, 2015 10:14 AM EDT


Hillary Clinton criticizes Trans-Pacific trade pact

The US Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton has raised her voice against the 12 nation Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). Clinton said the agreement is not enough to keep tabs on currency manipulation or protecting consumers from high drug prices.

Oct 08, 2015 04:32 AM EDT


Norwegian Airline CEO sees $69 airfare for one way US-Europe trip

Airfare from Europe to the US can be as low as $69 on one way by 2017, predicts CEO of Norwegian Airline. Flying to the US airports that have low fees can bring down costs considerably as business airports charge higher fees.

Oct 08, 2015 09:41 PM EDT


Obama confident that Congress will vote in favor of TPP

Obama told the audience during a meeting that he is confident that U.S. congress will agree with the TPP agreement. The deal which is expected to create the world's largest free trade zone has been criticized by many that it will not bring any good to the US.

Oct 07, 2015 11:57 PM EDT


Airbus calls off talks with Bombardier on C-Series Jet project

Airbus has called off the talks with Bombardier on C-Series jet project. Bombardier has been facing a rough weather in implementing C Series jet project, which is expected to enable the cash-strapped Canadian aviation major to compete with Airbus and Boeing in small passengers jets space.

Oct 07, 2015 11:54 PM EDT


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