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Front Page: Debris Found in Search For Air France Plane
- Brazil's vice president announced that debris from the missing Air France flight may have been found in the ocean. — New York Times
- Conan O'Brien debuted as host of The Tonight Show last night. — New York Daily News
- President Obama plans to nominate Republican Congressman John McHugh as Secretary of the Army.
Air France's In-Flight Phone Service Isn't As Great As Expected
When Air France first announced that they would be rolling out an in-flight telephone service, I couldn't help but ask if you would want to talk on the phone in an airplane. Over seventy percent of you replied with a no because you wouldn't want to disturb anyone sitting near you.
Although many U.S.
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Would You Talk on the Phone on an Airplane?
Even if you don't want to get away to some electricity-free island and break free from your tech, I bet everyone appreciates the short break from remote communication you get while flying. When I see one of those antique in-flight phones, I thank God they were too much of a hassle to use, because if someone near me in our ever-decreasing-sized seats were gabbing away, it would go something like this — Me: bald Britney with the umbrella, them: the SUV.
So, cell phone enthusiast though I may be, I'm not exactly excited about Air France's testing out in-flight calling.
Bravo Turns to Pastry For Next Top Chef Spinoff
First Top Chef Junior, then Top Chef Masters , Top Chef Wine, and Top Chef, the Magazine. What's next: Top Chef Desserts? Actually, yes.
Another Virus to Worry About: Chikungunya
As of late, West Nile Virus was the only virus we worried about here in the States that could be contracted by mosquito bites, but it looks like there's a new virus that could be flying our way — Chikungunya. The mouthful of a virus has spread across Africa, India, the French Island of Reunion, and there have also been cases found in Italy and France since 2005. Health officials are worried that this virus will soon infect those living in Europe and the US.
The Case For Letting Women Into Military Combat Roles
Since 1994, American women have been able to serve in direct combat in air and sea missions, but when it comes to ground operations, they are forbidden to fully participate.
Kelly Martin, an Air Force veteran, penned an op-ed out today on the topic. She maintains that women have the physical strength and mental aptitude to serve on the ground and Kelly also believes that female soldiers offer a strategic advantage.
Ruth Reichl to Star in New Gourmet Travel Show
Looking forward to Bravo's Top Chef 6, Food Network's The Next Iron Chef, and the rest of Fall's food-focused lineup? Then there's one more show to TiVo. On Oct.
Oh Snap! Up, Up, and Awaaaay
Balloons take off at the international air balloon meeting in Eastern France. This year, a record-breaking total of 326 balloons lined up yesterday to take off at dusk.
Front Page: Man Charged With Murder of Abortion Doctor
- Scott Roeder, 51, has been charged with the first-degree murder of abortion provider Dr. George Tiller. — BBC News
- President Obama has kicked off his Mideast tour in Saudi Arabia.
Man Lives on Plane to Overcome His Fear of Flying
The tragic news about the vanished Air France flight makes anybody's fear of flying seem rational, but one man recently determined that it was time to get over his. So what did Mark Malkoff do to overcome his debilitating fear of air travel? He decided to spend one month living on a plane, staying onboard while the jet is on the ground or in the air.
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