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Key Takeaways Southwest Airlines' shares rebounded Thursday as cancellations for Friday declined drastically. Criticism of the firm's missteps and lagging technology has intensified, with CEO Bob Jordan taking the brunt of it. The airline's cancellation debacle occurred less than a month after a company executive called its scheduling system "the best in the world." Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan sits at the center of the storm after thousands of canceled flights during the holiday travel season, even as the company's shares rebounded Thursday amid falling cancellations. Southwest shares rose 3.7% as the airline canceled just 39 flights Friday. That's a stark improvement from the 2,363 it canceled Thursday—58% of its flights—and the 2,510 it canceled Wednesday. Less than a month after one Southwest executive called the airline's scheduling system "the best in the world," the carrier's stock fell 11% in this week's first two trading days as it remained the sole … [Read more...] about Southwest CEO at Center of Storm After Thousands of Canceled Flights

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin When Stevie Wonder released the song “Happy Birthday to You,” in 1981, he made a political and social statement that changed the course of United States history. The musical genius penned the song to remind U.S. lawmakers and voters that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr deserved to be recognized with a national holiday. Up to that point, there was no clear majority of lawmakers ready to stand behind the vote needed to implement the holiday. Let’s also be quite honest. Wonder shamed a nation by getting everybody - including the naysayers - to sing a lively, lovely song that led to a deep self-reflection. He plainly asked: what on earth is wrong with our nation publicly acknowledging and celebrating - in memoriam - one of our most pivotal civil rights leaders? And it goes without saying, said civil rights leader was violently murdered in 1968 because he simply believed in equity and equality. Let’s consider the first verse of this … [Read more...] about Stevie Wonder’s Song For Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Netted A Holiday And An American Musical Hit

The annual Coors Western Art Exhibit has been going on for a good 30 years now and, like a lot of things at the National Western Stock Show, its value comes from the fact that it never really changes. The lineup of artists has expanded and diversified, and so has the kind of art that is included. But the scenery is on repeat and just as you would expect it to be. Cows and cowboys, horses and their wranglers, big skies and imposing buttes, skulls, cacti and the occasional farm tractor. The show does try to stay current by gently raising some environmental concerns with its paintings and sculptures of lands once open, or once-abundant animals that are now threatened by development or pollution. But it avoids causing any real trouble or going deep on such topics as rural poverty, digital isolation or livestock exploitation. The spin is all romance. Loneliness is more like solitude, grueling work is duty, roosters and steer are royalty. This is art as it used to be, housed at a stock … [Read more...] about National Western Stock Show’s Coors Western Art Exhibit provides comfort in consistency

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin With less than seven weeks left til 2017 comes to a close, one of the final big tentpole releases of the year arrives in theaters after years of expectation and uncertainty. Warner Bros.' DC Comics superhero team-up movie Justice League hopes that lots of work and rework has produced a picture fans will love, critics will appreciate, and mainstream audiences will embrace the way they did Wonder Woman this past summer. Poster for Warner's "Justice League" Source: Warner Bros. Justice League appears set to open in the $110+ million range domestically, and another $220 million internationally, for an estimated $330+ million worldwide. If the early positive critical reactions on social media, the positive word of mouth from audiences who attended early special screenings, and the final marketing blitz this week help propel word of mouth higher headed into Friday, then the domestic tally could easily top $125 … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Justice League’ Successfully Delivers Fun And Heroism Audiences Want

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin We are barely three months into 2019, but it's already starting to feel like summer blockbuster season is upon us. And in two weeks, Warner Bros. and DC Films offer their latest superhero addition to the pre-summer popcorn blitz with Shazam! In the wake of Captain Marvel's spectacular box office performance this month, Shazam! hopes audience enthusiasm for comic book heroes will continue to reward high-quality offerings, and that the good will Aquaman earned for DC superhero movies will provide some added coattails. Which is exactly what should happen, because Shazam! is electrifying. Zachary Levi stars in Warner's "Shazam!" Source: Warner Bros. First, the box office outlook and predictions -- but you can scroll down to the trailer, if you want to skip the financial discussion and get straight to the full review... Initial tracking suggested a domestic opening weekend in the $40-45 million range, but … [Read more...] about Review: ‘Shazam!’ Is Electrifying

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Jaime [full name withheld] had not been feeling himself and was disconnected from the rest of the prisoners at USP Tucson satellite camp, a minimum security federal prison in Tucson, Arizona. He had only been in prison for 2 years on an 11-year sentence for drug and money laundering charges and his usual upbeat personality had disappeared over the previous two weeks. Recently, he mostly spent his time laying in his bunk reading or staring at the ceiling, distant and alone. Jaime had only been at the camp a few months after previously being in a higher security level prison due to the length of his initial sentence (over 10 years). His release date is stated as March 2031. The mood at camp on the morning of Saturday, November 12, 2022 was upbeat as the visiting room promised to be full of family, mostly wives and children of prisoners, who were visiting their loved ones in prison ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. Lockdowns, … [Read more...] about Tucson Federal Prison Camp Prisoners On Lock Down Months After Attempted Shooting

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Kevin Markarian is the cofounder of Roopler , an AI-driven lead generation platform built for the real estate industry. The close of the fourth quarter and the start of the new year is a great time for entrepreneurs to step back from the daily grind, take a deep breath and recharge. It’s also an ideal time to reflect on what one needs to do to stay competitive. I’ve been engaged in this annual cycle for nearly two decades, and every year, it pushes me to keep upskilling and to expand my sphere of influence. As your team grows, consider these ways in which taking time to reflect can help ensure your team members’ and company’s continued growth. 1. Time is a gift. In many (but not all) industries, Thanksgiving to January is one of the slowest times of the year as transactions slow down and people turn their attention to holiday parties and travel. But this can also be the season’s greatest gift, opening up … [Read more...] about An Ideal Time To Reflect And Upskill

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Engagement season is officially upon us; it seems like every time we refresh our Instagram and Facebook feed they’re flush with newly engaged couples smiling from ear to ear. We’re not imagining it, either. Nearly 40% of all engaged couples will get engaged between the four months between Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day. Interestingly, though, that popular engagement ring selfie might be on the way out. According to recent data obtained by Sandals Resorts , a surprising 72% of modern-day couples would prefer to spend their movie on a vacation together rather than an extravagant engagement ring. But not just any vacation. Sandals Resorts found that 37% of couples would prefer a luxury all-inclusive beach vacation; a romantic escape that would allow the pair to unwind and relax in each other’s company (with the help of the tropical sun, ocean breeze, and colorful drinks—of course). Sandals also found that 27% of … [Read more...] about New Study Suggests Couples Prefer A Vacation Over An Engagement Ring

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Monster, one of the early online job boards, reported that 96% of workers are hunting for a new job this year, according to its December survey on job search plans and the 2023 United States job market outlook. The respondents say that they are seeking higher compensation. About 40% of job seekers said they need a higher income due to inflation and the accompanying rise in costs. Sixty-six percent of the 930 poll respondents believe that it will be challenging to find a new job, and more than 10% report that they may have to take a pay cut due to the current economy. Vicki Salemi, Monster’s career expert, told CNBC that even compared to the Great Resignation, the number is “ phenomenally high .” In 2021, at the height of the Great Reshuffle, nearly 48 million people quit their jobs —an annual record. The Hunt Begins In January January is historically one of the best times to engage in a job hunt. The … [Read more...] about Monster Survey: 96% Of Workers Are On The Job Hunt

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin JC Penney celebrates its one-year anniversary of Hope and Wonder, its private brand label for Black History Month. Black History Month is celebrated throughout February and began by as a way to remember important events and persons, notably President Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglas, the abolitionist. JCPenney’s Hope & Wonder is a private label brand of apparel, gifts, accessories and home products for everyone in the family to celebrate moments that matter. Michelle Wlazlo, JC Penney chief merchandising officer, said “Hope & Wonder celebrates diversity and showcases a range of apparel and accessories for the entire family. This brand continues to build on our ongoing commitment to inclusivity and appreciation for our diverse customers and associates.” In 2022, Hope & Wonder was launched for the Black History Month. The company donated $100,000 to Black Girls Smile, a non-profit organization providing … [Read more...] about JC Penney Celebrates Black History Month