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Delta introduces all-new fares and products, with a focus on 'extra': Delta Air Lines just announced a fully rebranded fare structure for flights as of Oct. 1 ...
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Tesla Loses a Major Record for the First Time Amid Musk Backlash: The automaker has been overtaken by a key rival in a huge market.
thedailybeast.com/tesla-loses-a-major-record-for-the-first-time-amid-musk-backlash/
Helicopter crossed into Delta plane's flight path near Lambert International Airport
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Helicopter Intrudes on Delta Plane's Path at LambertA Delta Boeing 737-900ER aborted its descent Friday after a helicopter entered its flight path near St. Louis airport.
- A helicopter entered the flight path of a Delta aircraft without authorization during its approach to St. Louis.
- The Delta plane's onboard system detected the potential traffic conflict in advance.
- Following air traffic control guidance, the flight crew executed a safe go-around maneuver.
- The flight was part of Delta’s scheduled service between Atlanta and St. Louis.
"The safety of our customers and people comes before everything else at Delta. The flight crew followed procedures in coordination with Air Traffic Control to safely complete the flight."— Delta Airlines in a written statement.
Delta Air Lines CEO calls current flight situation 'unacceptable': Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian demands major changes for passenger safety and on-time arrivals ...
thestreet.com/lifestyle/travel/delta-air-ceo-blasts-outdated-air-traffic-control-
Delta’s New Fare Changes Just Made Booking Flights and Earning Miles More Complicated
kiplinger.com/personal-finance/travel/deltas-new-fare-changes-just-made-booking-flights-and-earning-miles-more-complicated
US air traffic control system failing Americans, airline CEOs say: Major airline CEOs on Wednesday called on Congress to approve billions of dollars in funding ...
reuters.com/world/us/airline-ceos-say-us-air-traffic-control-system-failing-americans-call-action-2025-05-21/
Delta can sue CrowdStrike over computer outage that caused 7,000 canceled flights
reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/delta-can-sue-crowdstrike-over-computer-outage-that-caused-7000-canceled-flights-2025-05-19/
One Mile at a Time May 09
Delta & Korean Air Invest In WestJet, Acquire 25% Stake: What’s The Goal?: Delta and Korean Air are investing in WestJet, acquiring a 25% stake in the Canadian ...
onemileatatime.com/news/delta-korean-air-invest-westjet/
FAA orders Newark flight reductions as travel woes could spill into busy holiday weekend
thepointsguy.com/news/faa-orders-newark-flight-reductions/
CBS News May 21
Delta flight that filled with smoke had "no oil visible" in right engine after emergency in Atlanta, NTSB report says
cbsnews.com/news/atlanta-delta-flight-smoke-emergency-landing-ntsb-report/
NDDC conducts test for 6,000 foreign scholarship applicants in Niger Delta: “The scholarship programme, which began in 2010, has produced top-level professionals ...
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US FAA announces Newark flight cuts to reduce congestion: The Federal Aviation Administration said on Tuesday it would require flight cuts at Newark ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-set-announce-newark-flight-cuts-reduce-congestion-officials-say-2025-05-20/
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Newark Flight Limits Set Through October ConstructionFAA caps Newark arrivals and departures at 28 per hour until June 15, then 34 until Oct 25 to ease delays and construction impact.
- The FAA has mandated temporary flight reductions at Newark Liberty International Airport to address severe congestion.
- Arrival and departure rates are limited to 28 flights per hour until mid-June, increasing to 34 per hour until late October.
- Major airlines including United and Delta participated in individual meetings to coordinate the operational adjustments.
- This action responds to ongoing technical failures, runway construction, and staffing shortages in air traffic control.
They're the biggest player at Newark, and ... most of (the airlines) will agree (to the cuts).— Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy discussing the impact of flight cuts on United Airlines.
One Mile at a Time May 20
Delta Unveils New Missoni Bedding, And Other Amenities, For Delta One: Delta One business class passengers will soon get new bedding and amenities from Missoni ...
onemileatatime.com/news/delta-missoni-bedding/
One Mile at a Time May 18
Review: Delta First Class Airbus A321neo (LAX-FLL): Review of Delta's Airbus A321neo first class. Here's what to expect from the seats, entertainment, Wi-Fi ...
onemileatatime.com/reviews/delta-first-class-a321neo/
Delta CEO says popular route takes longer today than in 1950s: Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian says outdated air traffic control systems are to blame for slower ...
businessinsider.com/delta-ceo-atlanta-new-york-flights-takes-longer-today-1950s-2025-5
No oil found in engine after Delta Air Lines flight filled with smoke, NTSB report finds
cnn.com/2025/05/21/us/no-oil-found-in-engine-after-delta-air-lines-flight-filled-with-smoke-ntsb-report-finds
FIJ NG May 07
More Sea Pirate Attacks Shape Deadly Trend in Niger Delta: Tuesday's abduction is one of the several attacks by sea pirates in Rivers State ...
fij.ng/article/more-sea-pirate-attacks-shape-deadly-trend-in-niger-delta/
Trump put you off the US? United Airlines wants to woo you back with luxury: America’s largest airline is expanding its business class in an aggressive push to ...
smh.com.au/business/companies/trump-put-you-off-the-us-united-airlines-wants-to-woo-you-back-with-luxury-20250513-p5lyny.html
Air traffic control system ‘failing Americans’: Airline executives: Airlines for America, representing major US airlines, is urging Congress to fund a ...
thehill.com/business/5311873-airlines-urge-congress-modernize-air-traffic/
Delta’s game emulator becomes a Patreon-supported app after US App Store policy changes
techcrunch.com/2025/05/07/deltas-game-emulator-becomes-a-patreon-supported-app-after-us-app-store-policy-changes/
Airlines are getting stricter about carry-on luggage. Here's what to do about it.
eu.usatoday.com/story/travel/columnist/2025/05/16/airline-carry-on-crackdowns/83644975007/
Jury Convicts Woman Who Snuck Onto New York-Paris Flight: Svetlana Dali, 57, faces up to six months in prison on a stowaway charge.
huffpost.com/entry/jury-convicts-woman-who-snuck-onto-new-york-paris-flight-svetlana-dali_n_682f9519e4b05418243cd35b
Travelers Are Trying Their Hardest to Avoid Newark Airport: Flight disruptions and safety fears push fliers to steer clear of airport
wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/newark-airport-travelers-avoid-b8102b9b
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Delta Drops ‘Basic Economy’ Label in Rework of Fare Categories: Delta Air Lines Inc. will stop selling tickets under the “basic economy” label that many large ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-15/delta-drops-basic-economy-label-in-rework-of-fare-categories
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Complaints Against US Airlines Hits New Record High, Report Shows: If flights are cut amid a strong demand for air travel, passengers may face "extra-crowded" ...
newsweek.com/us-airline-passenger-complaints-record-high-new-report-2072193
One Mile at a Time May 08
Surprising: Delta Makes A 180, Cuts Delta 360 Pre-Boarding: As of May 2025, Delta's invitation-only Delta 360 members will lose pre-boarding privileges ...
onemileatatime.com/news/delta-cuts-delta-360-pre-boarding/
CBS News May 08
Trump administration unveils plan to overhaul air traffic control system after Newark airport outage
cbsnews.com/news/transportation-secretary-air-traffic-control-system-plan/
Sean Duffy Boasts About Tacos as Major Airport Plunges into Safety Crisis: There were 151 flights canceled by lunchtime at Newark Liberty International Airport ...
thedailybeast.com/why-newark-airport-is-becoming-sean-duffys-biggest-headache/
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Key FactsNewark Airport Faces Severe Flight Delays Crisis
May 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Travelers at Newark Liberty International Airport are experiencing significant delays as air traffic controllers take leave for traumatic incidents.
- The FAA acknowledged that the outdated air traffic control system is exacerbating the situation and plans to modernize it over the next three to four years.
- Last week, over 150 flights were canceled and more than 350 delayed, increasing pressure on already chronically understaffed control facilities.
- Senator Chuck Schumer called for an investigation into Newark's issues, warning they could indicate nationwide problems.
The chaos at Newark could very well be a harbinger if issues like these aren’t fixed, and if the FAA can’t get real solutions off the ground.— Senator Chuck Schumer spoke about the issues at Newark Airport and their potential implications for national aviation.
British influencers spent a few fun days in Lake Charles. See where they went, what they ate.
theadvocate.com/lake_charles/josh-and-jase-explore-lake-charles/article_9e13d1b4-7d20-4795-87a9-e9ec4df4b448.html
‘Approach, Are You There?’: 30 Seconds When Newark Air Traffic Controllers Lost Contact With A Plane
forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2025/05/06/audio-30-seconds-newark-air-traffic-controllers-lost-contact-plane/
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Key FactsCrisis in U.S. Air Traffic: Staffing and Tech Issues
May 07 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnbc.com
- Air traffic controllers face chronic staffing shortages and outdated technology, leading to significant flight delays.
- A recent 90-second outage in Philadelphia highlighted the urgency for system updates and increased personnel.
- The Transportation Secretary plans a comprehensive overhaul of the air traffic system that may require billions in additional funding.
- The FAA has revealed that U.S. air traffic controllers are short by 3,000 positions as flight demand continues to rise.
It took a fatal midair airline accident to occur to get everybody's attention.— Jeff Guzzetti, a retired air safety investigator, discussed the urgency to fix lingering problems in the air traffic control system.
United Adds Caviar Service and Luxe Jammies in Race for Superpremium Travelers: Airline plans to fly planes next year that feature Polaris Studio suites with ...
wsj.com/business/airlines/united-adds-caviar-service-and-luxe-jammies-in-race-for-superpremium-travelers-51d733b3
Paid articlePaywallFlying blind: Inside the 90-second blackout that sparked chaos at a major US airport
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Judge rules Delta must face lawsuit over massive computer outage: A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Delta Air Lines must face a class action lawsuit over ...
thehill.com/business/5288703-judge-delta-lawsuit-massive-computer-outage/
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Key FactsCourt Allows Delta Class Action Over Computer Outage
May 07 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
- A federal judge ruled that Delta Air Lines must face a class action lawsuit regarding delayed or canceled flights from July.
- Five plaintiffs may pursue breach of contract claims due to Delta's failure to issue refunds.
- There are allegations that Delta declined immediate assistance offers from Crowd Strike following the outages.
- While some claims were dismissed under the Airline Deregulation Act, others will proceed under the Montreal Convention.
"My wife and I missed a $10,000 anniversary cruise after Delta stranded us in an Atlanta layover, yet the carrier offered just $219.45 in compensation."— John Brennan, a plaintiff from Florida, describes the impact of Delta's computer outage on his travel plans.
Flight delayed? Some steps you can take to avoid headaches at airports: Consumer complaints about U.S. airlines keep soaring, hitting a record high in 2024 ...
freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2025/05/15/flight-delayed-some-steps-you-can-take-to-avoid-headaches-at-airports/83620396007/
AvTalk Episode 319: What’s old is Newark again: On this episode of AvTalk, ongoing problems at Newark continue to have ripple effects throughout the Northeast ...
flightradar24.com/blog/avtalk-podcast/avtalk-319/
After Sunday cancellations, some airlines set to resume flights to Israel: Airport officials said that “the flight board has been updated, and the airlines have ...
jpost.com/israel-news/article-852688
Army pauses helicopter flights near Washington airport: The Army is pausing helicopter flights near a Washington airport after two commercial planes had to abort ...
apnews.com/article/army-helicopter-flights-aborted-landing-a01443256dcd60353d736cbb0550256a
One Mile at a Time May 08
American Cuts First Class Sliders & Fries… Because They’re Too Popular?!: American will no longer serve sliders & fries in first class, but not for the reason ...
onemileatatime.com/news/american-cuts-first-class-sliders-fries-popular/
These airlines ranked highest and lowest in customer satisfaction for 2025: JD Power study
nypost.com/2025/05/07/lifestyle/these-airlines-ranked-highest-and-lowest-in-customer-satisfaction-jd-power-study/
Which US airlines fared worst in J.D. Power’s customer satisfaction survey?: The results of a 2025 study from J.D. Power shows that airlines are seeing an ...
thehill.com/regulation/transportation/5292583-airlines-customer-satisfaction-survey/
Delta is dropping four cities from MSP airport. Here are our alternatives.: Delta no longer will fly to Great Falls, Fairbanks, Buffalo and Albuquerque from ...
startribune.com/delta-is-dropping-four-cities-from-msp-airport-here-are-our-alternatives/601348535
For Delta and Accenture CEOs, helping employees navigate the trade and tariffs uncertainty fits the company culture
sltrib.com/news/nation-world/2025/05/05/delta-accenture-ceos-discuss-trade/
NJC seeks public comments on 82 candidates shortlisted for judicial positions: “However, henceforth, the Federal Judicial Service Commission, all Judicial ...
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1. Attempt to fly Kansas City to NY (LGA), divert to JFK
2. Attempt to reposition to LGA, divert to Philadelphia.
3. 😢
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Live Flight Tracker - Real-Time Flight Tracker Map | Flightradar24: Flightradar24 is the best live flight tracker that shows air traffic in real time ...
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Delta has bought three planes since the trade war began, but paid no tariffs. Here’s how
ajc.com/news/business/how-delta-has-been-buying-new-planes-without-paying-tariffs/HRCGODAJ7JCIRN2L3XD7LECBQE/
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Accused Delta stowaway had prior airport security breaches, feds say: Svetlana Dali is accused of boarding a flight to France without a ticket.
abcnews.go.com/US/accused-delta-stowaway-prior-airport-security-breaches-feds/story
Airlines are relying on credit cards, loyalty miles to boost profits: Flying travelers from city to city is the cornerstone of the airline business ...
businessinsider.com/airlines-credit-cards-loyalty-miles-rewards-profits-delta-united-american-2025-5
Why are flights delayed in Phoenix today? Here's what happened at Sky Harbor Airport
azcentral.com/story/travel/airlines/2025/05/08/why-flights-are-delayed-in-phoenix-today/83514062007/
3 tips to managing ambition in a burned-out workplace, according to Calm CEO: Calm CEO David Ko learns key lessons from Kevin Bacon to Jordan Chiles.
fortune.com/article/ambition-burnedout-workplace-calm-ceo/
Paid articlePaywallThe Best Airlines In America For 2025, According To J.D. Power: Looking for the best airline to fly in 2025? J.D. Power just released its annual rankings ...
forbes.com/sites/laurabegleybloom/2025/05/07/the-best-airlines-in-america-in-2025-according-to-jd-power/
I Snagged One of Southwest’s New Extra-Legroom Seats. You Can Too.: Southwest’s new premium seats are free for the rest of the year, you just have to find one
wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/southwest-airlines-extra-legroom-seats-84eaba26
Paid articlePaywall Lake Charles will have a new mayor as Marshall Simien wins runoff over incumbent: Marshall Simien received 52% (7,703) of votes cast, while two-term incumbent ...
theadvocate.com/lake_charles/lake-charles-louisiana-mayor/article_f7b3de20-1db8-4ecb-b23c-3bae56534275.html
One Mile at a Time Apr 28
Virgin Atlantic Cancels Tel Aviv Flights, Permanently: Virgin Atlantic will be permanently discontinuing flights between London (LHR) and Tel Aviv (TLV) ...
onemileatatime.com/news/virgin-atlantic-tel-aviv-flights/
One Mile at a Time Apr 28
Sneaky: Delta Avoiding Trump Tariffs On New Airbus Planes: Here's how Delta is avoiding paying tariffs on new Airbus jets, in spite of the Trump administration's ...
onemileatatime.com/news/delta-avoiding-tariffs-airbus-planes/
Tool Damage Linked To Delta 717 Gear-Up Landing: Tool Damage Linked To Delta 717 Gear-Up Landing| inspections designed to prevent a failure scenario that forced ...
aviationweek.com/mro/safety-ops-regulation/tool-damage-linked-delta-717-gear-landing
One Mile at a Time Apr 27
Delta Warns Of “Inner Turmoil” From Flight Attendant Unionization Efforts: With another effort to unionize Delta flight attendants, the company is warning of the ...
onemileatatime.com/news/delta-flight-attendant-union/
Delta Air Lines is set to connect 7 more cities with Orlando — and its theme parks
thepointsguy.com/news/delta-new-point-to-point-routes/
Army Black Hawk helicopter forces two jetliners to abort landings at DCA: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he will ask Defense Department officials why ...
npr.org/2025/05/03/nx-s1-5385802/dca-army-black-hawk-helicopter-airlines-abort-landings
One Mile at a Time May 03
Absurd: Black Hawk Helicopter Goes Off Course, Causes DCA Go Arounds: A Black Hawk Helicopter went off course near DCA, causing two commercial jets to perform go ...
onemileatatime.com/news/black-hawk-helicopter-off-course-dca-go-arounds/
AeroTime Apr 29
Delta uses loophole to avoid Trump tariffs on new A350s: Delta Air Lines will use a legal loophole to avoid paying tariffs by re-routing Airbus A350 delivery ...
aerotime.aero/articles/delta-to-use-loophole-to-avoid-trump-tariffs-by-re-routing-a350-delivery-flights
US agencies open probe after two Washington flights abort landings due to nearby Army helicopter
reuters.com/world/us/faa-investigating-after-two-washington-flights-aborted-landings-due-nearby-2025-05-02/
Airbus avoiding Trump tariffs by sending US planes to other countries: Airbus and Delta Air Lines are using the same tactic from a past trade war to avoid ...
businessinsider.com/airbus-avoiding-trump-tariffs-sending-us-planes-to-other-countries-2025-5
One Mile at a Time Apr 29
United & JetBlue: Could We See A Merger, Partnership, Or What?: We know that United is interested in JetBlue in one form or another. Could we see a merger ...
onemileatatime.com/news/united-jetblue-merger/
One Mile at a Time Apr 25
Hah: New Delta One Bedding & Mattress Pads Will Dodge Tariffs: Delta One business class is getting new Missoni bedding and mattress pads. Here's how Delta is ...
onemileatatime.com/news/new-delta-one-bedding-mattress-pads/
One Mile at a Time Apr 25
American, Delta, And United Profitability Divide: What’s Driving It?: Why is there such a big difference in profitability between American, Delta ...
onemileatatime.com/insights/american-delta-united-profitability-divide/
CBS News Apr 21
Delta plane engine catches fire at Orlando airport, passengers evacuate on slides
cbsnews.com/news/delta-plane-engine-fire-orlando-airport-passengers-evacuate/
Key FactsFire on Delta Plane in Florida, No Injuries Reported
Apr 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- A Delta Air Lines plane caught fire before departure at Orlando Airport, necessitating passenger evacuation.
- No injuries were reported, and the airport's firefighting team responded promptly to the incident.
- The fire occurred Monday morning as Flight 1213 was being prepared for its route from Orlando to Atlanta.
- Maintenance teams will investigate the aircraft to determine the cause of the fire.
Delta flight crews followed procedures to evacuate the passenger cabin when flames in the tailpipe of one of the aircraft’s two engines were observed.— Delta Air Lines stated that the flight crews followed procedures to evacuate the passenger cabin when flames were observed.
‘Take an Uber’: Pentagon helicopter ‘scenic’ flight forces aborted landings at crash airport
smh.com.au/world/north-america/take-a-n-uber-pentagon-helicopter-scenic-flight-force-s-aborted-landings-at-crash-airport-20250503-p5lw7p.html
2 commercial flights were ordered to ‘go around’ because of an army aircraft conducting flight operations at DC airport
wionews.com/world/2-commercial-flights-were-ordered-to-go-around-because-of-an-army-aircraft-conducting-flight-operations-at-dc-airport-9029167
“Sinners”: Director Ryan Coogler on His Latest Hit, Delta Blues, His Mississippi Roots & Vampires
democracynow.org/2025/4/25/ryan_coogler_sinners
Delta’s (DAL) Endeavor Air CEO Jim Graham to Step Down: Delta Air Lines Inc. says the head of its Endeavor Air regional carrier will step down ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-01/delta-s-dal-endeavor-regional-airline-chief-executive-to-step-down
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Passenger left stunned after Delta crew offers him ₹2.5 lakh to give up his seat: ‘Wasn’t even the day’s biggest payout’
hindustantimes.com/trending/passenger-left-stunned-after-delta-crew-offers-him-2-5-lakh-to-give-up-his-seat-wasn-t-even-the-day-s-biggest-payout-101745551161578.html
"Award contracts elsewhere": Ryanair threatens to cancel entire Boeing order: Since 1980, there have been no tariffs on civil aircraft exports between the US and ...
n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Ryanair-droht-mit-Stornierung-von-kompletter-Boeing-Bestellung-article25739998.html
2 Planes Abort Landings as Army Helicopter Flies Near D.C. Airport: The episode followed a fatal collision between a military helicopter and a commercial jet in ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/02/us/politics/reagan-washington-national-airport-helicopter.html
CEO's witty reply to employee who took $3,000 to miss a flight: 'That’s better than our bonus'
wionews.com/world/delta-handed-43400-to-passengers-willing-to-get-off-a-flight-8998290
One Mile at a Time Apr 23
Delta Flight Attendant Accuses Colleague Of Not Helping Grieving Family: A Delta flight attendant has shared their frustration about an airport customer service ...
onemileatatime.com/news/delta-flight-attendant-accuses-colleague-not-helping-grieving-family/
Hegseth Runs Home to His Fox ‘Friends’ to Save Job: The defense secretary spent seven years as Fox & Friends Weekend co-host.
thedailybeast.com/hegseth-runs-home-to-his-fox-friends-to-save-job/
More opposition leaders will join APC – Governor: “The high point of the state of the party is that Delta is now almost a one-party state ...
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2 planes were ordered to ‘go around’ because of Army copter near Reagan Airport: Two commercial flights approaching Ronald Reagan National Airport were ordered ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/2-planes-ordered-go-army-copter-reagan-airport-rcna204588
One Mile at a Time Apr 24
American Reports Financial Results, Loses Money, Withdraws Guidance: American has reported its Q1 2025 financial results, and the airline lost money in the first ...
onemileatatime.com/news/american-financial-results-loses-money/
Delta Air Lines offering pay increase to employees for fourth consecutive year: 'Invest in our people'
foxbusiness.com/economy/delta-air-lines-offering-pay-increase-employees-fourth-consecutive-year-invest-our-people
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