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Air Canada says there are no concrete numbers or signals yet but they are preparing to decrease the number of US bound trips beginning in March, if cancellations and demand from Canadians decreases.

As we expect another influx of users from the discussion of paywalled subreddits, welcome to everyone who has recently joined or is actively trying to join Lemmy! Feel free to introduce yourself or talk about your first impressions.

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UnitedHealthcare threatening to sue Dr. Elisabeth Potter MD for her Instagram video and the comments supporting Luigi it received. This video discussing the time she was interrupted in the middle of a patient's surgery by a United representative to ask whether the patient really needed to stay overnight to recover.

Been thinking of this out of the bath. Enjoy this thought the next time you are in a bath or hot tub.

Crosspost from !usa@ponder.cat: https://quokk.au/post/2315708

The fuss may be over with Mangione’s departure, but Wright said he and his fellow inmates will be watching intently as he gets his day in court.

“His brothers here will intently follow his case as it moves forward through the criminal justice system, all the while telling anyone who’ll listen, if it had been them, what they would have done to keep from getting arrested in the first place,” he wrote.

https://www.paradoxinteractive.com/games/cities-skylines-ii/news/detailers-patch-2

I had been really wanting this for a long time. Finally it's here (as of 2 weeks ago), along with a host of other new road options, tools, performances upgrades and bugfixes.

NewsNation's Alex Caprariello and Ashleigh Banfield conduct an ad-hoc interview with inmates across the fence at the State Correctional Institution in Huntingdon, PA, where Luigi Mangione is currently held. 11 Dec 2024.

24 inch 1080p - (orig. 149.99) $99.99 + $3 EHF + tax

27 inch 1080p - (orig. 199.99) $127.99 + $3 EHD + tax

Not bad price for these. Valid until 12 Dec 2024.

Starting with Monday to Friday operation for 2 weeks with bus service serving the same route,

Monday to Saturday for another 2 weeks,

then 7-day operation for 2 weeks,

then the buses will be phased out.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ca/post/34559417

I wrote this because someone was looking for advice and Air Canada too is going to start charging for carry-ons on its lowest fare class.

This isn't about how to find a cheap flight, but if you have a ultra basic no-frills essentials-only bottom-dollar economy ticket, and need to figure out how to pack and make the most of it. I'm most experienced with Flair Airlines and flying in Canada but I expect many airline procedures to be similar, ymmv. In the past you could often get away without measuring the bag but they have been getting a little stricter about it recently.

• Think beforehand what you actually will bring and what you plan to bring back. Will you pack food that will be gone before you return? An empty bottle? How many days of clothes do you need? How much in souvenirs will you get (if any?) Toiletries and extras, are there small things you will be able to pick up at minimal cost (such as soap bars that you get at a hotel)? Keep in mind that anything that you forgot to bring and end up buying at your destination will amount to more luggage on the return trip.
• Wear multiple layers of clothes to serve as next days changes. If you are going from a cold to warm climate, wearing several layers will save you from bringing the jacket you won't need the whole trip. Warm to cold, stay in air conditioning, avoid overheating yourself, only wear it when baggage is being sized, either at the check in counter or the gate.
• Have your outermost layer be one with many pockets to put any extra stuff. Just don't forget to take pocketed items out for scanning to have an easier time through security.
• A bottled drink at the airport is very expensive but if you are short on space you can use that instead of bringing an empty. (Important: Buy drinks after security!) Or pack one of those fillable water pouches which are very space efficient when empty.
• If you bring a bag that is slightly bigger than the size limits, make sure you can fold in or squeeze any parts that would stick out. A 30L backpack can fit when squeezed. Avoid packing your stuff too tightly and keep delicate stuff that might break when squished hard in your pockets until the bag is sized.
• Remember that once your bag is sized and you have a valid tag affixed, there will be less scrutiny to the actual size, so you'll be able to pack more in your bag after validation. If you are near the back of the line when boarding, there is often even less scrutiny. Don't go overboard with it, as the bag will still need to fit below the seat if overhead bin space is limited.
• If you have multiple people in your party not getting checked in at the same time, or someone you know well is dropping you off at the airport, place a lot of the contents you plan to bring in a separate plastic bag or whatever and leave it with your buddy, have your bag sized in the holder easily. Get the validation tag, then away from the counter, place the other contents back in the bag. This won't work if you travel alone or in one group who are all checking in together, you don't want to be marked as suspicious by leaving stuff unattended at the airport. Leaving stuff temporarily in your car at the airport parking, or in a nearby rental locker are alternative options, but give yourself extra time and research ahead.
• Once on the plane, if space permits you might be able to place your jacket and personal item in the overhead bins. Please be respectful to your flight attendants and fellow passengers, if you are asked to place your items under your seat you need to do that.

This isn't about how to find a cheap flight, but if you have a ultra basic no-frills essentials-only bottom-dollar economy ticket, and need to figure out how to pack and make the most of it. I'm most experienced with Flair Airlines and flying in Canada but I expect many airline procedures to be similar, ymmv. In the past you could often get away without measuring the bag but they have been getting a little stricter about it recently.

• Think beforehand what you actually will bring and what you plan to bring back. Will you pack food that will be gone before you return? An empty bottle? How many days of clothes do you need? How much in souvenirs will you get (if any?) Toiletries and extras, are there small things you will be able to pick up at minimal cost (such as soap bars that you get at a hotel)? Keep in mind that anything that you forgot to bring and end up buying at your destination will amount to more luggage on the return trip.
• Wear multiple layers of clothes to serve as next days changes. If you are going from a cold to warm climate, wearing several layers will save you from bringing the jacket you won't need the whole trip. Warm to cold, stay in air conditioning, avoid overheating yourself, only wear it when baggage is being sized, either at the check in counter or the gate.
• Have your outermost layer be one with many pockets to put any extra stuff. Just don't forget to take pocketed items out for scanning to have an easier time through security.
• A bottled drink at the airport is very expensive but if you are short on space you can use that instead of bringing an empty. (Important: Buy drinks after security!) Or pack one of those fillable water pouches which are very space efficient when empty.
• If you bring a bag that is slightly bigger than the size limits, make sure you can fold in or squeeze any parts that would stick out. A 30L backpack can fit when squeezed. Avoid packing your stuff too tightly and keep delicate stuff that might break when squished hard in your pockets until the bag is sized.
• Remember that once your bag is sized and you have a valid tag affixed, there will be less scrutiny to the actual size, so you'll be able to pack more in your bag after validation. If you are near the back of the line when boarding, there is often even less scrutiny. Don't go overboard with it, as the bag will still need to fit below the seat if overhead bin space is limited.
• If you have multiple people in your party not getting checked in at the same time, or someone you know well is dropping you off at the airport, place a lot of the contents you plan to bring in a separate plastic bag or whatever and leave it with your buddy, have your bag sized in the holder easily. Get the validation tag, then away from the counter, place the other contents back in the bag. This won't work if you travel alone or in one group who are all checking in together, you don't want to be marked as suspicious by leaving stuff unattended at the airport. Leaving stuff temporarily in your car at the airport parking, or in a nearby rental locker are alternative options, but give yourself extra time and research ahead.
• Once on the plane, if space permits you might be able to place your jacket and personal item in the overhead bins. Please be respectful to your flight attendants and fellow passengers, if you are asked to place your items under your seat you need to do that.