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UPS Contract Deal After TGA Calls for Government Intervention
TGA
On July 25, UPS and its workers reached a deal on a new labor contract, averting a possible August 1 strike. The deal comes after TGA urged the U.S. government to intervene to prevent a strike.ILWU to Vote on Canada’s West Coast Ports Deal Tomorrow
THE LOADSTAR
This week, the fate of Canada’s west coast ports will be decided, as the ILWU Canada takes a vote on the proposed ‘tentative deal.’ The vote will mean work will stop between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. PT on Tuesday across all relevant ports. READ MORE
Gadgets, Apps and Packing Tips: Travel Writers’ Must Haves on Every Trip
USA TODAY
If you only travel a few times a year, it can be a little overwhelming. Hotels and rental cars can have lots of confusing terms and conditions attached to booking, and going somewhere unfamiliar can be disorienting. But there are plenty of products out there designed to help make it all less stressful. READ MORE
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Christmas in July: Is It Time to Shop for Winter Airfare Bargains?
CNN TRAVEL
It’s been so blazing hot in this record-setting summer that it’s hard to even fathom the question: Is it time to start buying airline tickets for winter holiday travel to lock in a decent price? READ MORE
7 Tips for Surviving the Summer of Travel Chaos, According to Going
THRILLIST
Whether it is getting trapped on an ultra-hot airplane on the tarmac or sitting at an airport for hours on end as you wait out endless delays, you’re likely to encounter some travel snafus this summer. But there are some travel tips that can help you wrangle control back for your next summer vacation. READ MORE
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Celebrity Retail Brands Surging in Popularity
AXIOS
Celebrities are starting retail brands at a feverish pace, capitalizing on their social media prowess to sell goods to customers interested in their brands. Why it matters: The celebrity retail phenomenon entered a new stratosphere this week when Kim Kardashian’s apparel brand, Skims, raised money at a $4 billion valuation. READ MORE
3 Ways Our Brains Undermine Our Ability to Be a Good Leader
HARVARD BUSINESS REVIEW
To be successful, researchers at the Neuroleadership Institute have found we must excel across three core domains of great leadership: being future-focused, being good with people, and being able to drive results. And yet, as we develop as leaders, our brains evolve in ways that challenge our ability to excel in these areas. READ MORE
Surge in Requests, U.S. Passport Delays a Huge Challenge for Lawmakers, Travel Agents
CBS NEWS
The demand for international travel has hit an all-time high in 2023. One of the most obvious signs can be found in the ever-growing delays for U.S. passports. READ MORE
The Best Travel Accessories (for Beating the TSA at Their Own Game)
VICE
Make that coach seat feel like luxury with state-of-the-art earplugs, shrimp neck pillows, and a packing organizer that will change your life. READ MORE
Travel 101: Our Favorite Hacks, Hints, and How-tos
THE NEW YORK TIMES
Successful trips take thorough preparation, from picking the right destination to nailing down all the details. We’ve done the homework so you don’t have to. READ MORE
The eCommerce Guide to Selling on Social Media
PACIFIC54
In today’s digital age, selling on social media has become an essential part of any successful eCommerce business. A whopping 76% of consumers have purchased a product they saw in a brand’s social media channels. With billions of potential customers using social media networks daily, it’s no wonder why businesses are leveraging social selling strategies to boost their sales and reach new audiences. READ MORE
Amazon Launches Dedicated Page for Product Recalls and Safety Alerts
PYMNTS
Amazon has launched a feature designed to make it easier for customers to stay informed about product recalls and safety information for items they have purchased. The new “Your Recalls and Product Safety Alerts” page provides customers with a dedicated location to see this information, the company said in a press release earlier this week. READ MORE
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