All this comes as consumers seem eager to take to the skies: According to an analysis of Transportation Security Administration data from the trade group Airlines for America, 17 of the 20 busiest days in flight-travel history were recorded in 2024, with the all-time high reached on Dec. 1, when more than 3 million passengers were screened. In turn, airlines are reaping the financial rewards and their stock prices are climbing. And more good news could be ahead for carriers: United...

Home Industries Food/Beverages/Tobacco Red Dye No. 3 has been banned in the U.S. Nutritionists discuss which foods have it — and how much could be safe to consume. First Published: Jan. 15, 2025 at 5:49 p.m. ET 9 After years of warnings from health advocates about cancer and other issues associated with Red No. 3, the Food and Drug Administration has banned the dye, which is found in thousands of food and drink products. But the ban doesn’t go into effect until Jan. 15, 2027 — and Jan. 18,...

Insurers have seen a rise in cancel-for-any-reason policies. Here’s what travelers should know before buying in. First Published: Jan. 10, 2025 at 4:03 p.m. ET 5 Consider this scenario: You planned a January trip to Los Angeles months ago, only to now see wildfires wreak havoc in the area. Your flight is still scheduled to depart, since Los Angeles International Airport, or LAX, has remained open with limited schedule changes. Your home-rental host is still awaiting your arrival, since the...