How Jazz Musicians Like Louis Armstrong Paid Homage to Trains With Music
For Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Louis Armstrong, even their fame couldn’t fully protect them from the terrifying violence of Jim Crow. But the railroad, particularly the elegant Pullman sleeping car, provided a “home away from home.” Source link
American Airlines Fined $50 Million for Treatment of Disabled Passengers Using Wheelchairs
The Transportation Department issued the fine after an investigation revealed “cases of unsafe physical assistance that at times resulted in injuries and undignified treatment of wheelchair users.” Source link
How to Use Images From Your Phone to Search the Web
If you’re not sure how to describe what you want with keywords, use your camera or photo library to get those search results. Source link
Lemon Law is not the only remedy for new car owners
Dear PAO, Last month, we purchased a new family vehicle. On our way home, we noticed a grinding noise and jerky movements every time my husband shifted gears. I immediately informed the sales agent, who advised us to return the vehicle for inspection. After a thorough check, the manager offered to replace the transmission assembly […]
Airline Lost Your Bag? Here’s How to Reunite With Your Luggage.
Or at least be reimbursed if it’s gone for good. Source link
A Local’s Guide to Cornwall, England
Locals recommend the area’s best pies, wild gardens and coastal footpaths. Source link
Retirement age of mining employee starts at 50
Dear PAO, I have a question regarding the retirement age for my employment. I have been a surface mining employee or “mill plant worker” in our company since 2002, and I plan to retire this year. Currently, I am 52 years old, and I asked our Human Resources Division if I can retire this year. […]
Grizzly Bear 399 Is Killed by Driver in Wyoming
She lived to 28, roaming the Yellowstone area with her many offspring while becoming a favorite among both residents and visitors. Source link
Disinheritance of a compulsory heir
Dear PAO, My mother had been battling cancer since 2018. My other siblings took care of her because I am currently in Manila, while they are in Bicol. I recently found out from one of my siblings that my mother executed a last will and testament wherein she indicated the following: “I am disinheriting my […]
Why Boeing Workers Rejected a New Contract: Retirement Benefits
A large majority of more than 33,000 striking union members voted against a contract that included big raises but not the restoration of a frozen pension plan. Source link