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SuccessJPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says he’s ‘learned and relearned’ to not make big decisions when he’s tired on Fridays
By Emma BurleighApril 9, 2026
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North AmericaLess than a year after ditching its famous ‘bags fly free’ policy, Southwest is hiking prices again
By Rio Yamat and The Associated PressApril 8, 2026
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SuccessMeetings are not work, says Southwest Airlines CEO—and he’s taking action by blocking his calendar every afternoon from Wednesday to Friday 
By Preston ForeMarch 27, 2026
Delta CEO slams Washington over unpaid TSA agents, says front-line workers are being used as ‘political chips’
PoliticsDelta CEO slams Washington over unpaid TSA agents, says front-line workers are being used as ‘political chips’
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezMarch 18, 2026
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North America50-year tradition of Southwest Airlines letting you choose your own seat comes to an end
By Rio Yamat and The Associated PressJanuary 28, 2026
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Travel & LeisureWhen will I know if my flight is canceled? Here’s what to expect as delays ripple across U.S. airports
By Jessica CoacciNovember 12, 2025
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FinanceSouthwest Airlines is going to start charging heavy flyers for an extra seat if they can’t fit within armrests
By Rio Yamat and The Associated PressAugust 25, 2025
Southwest passengers fly out of seats as jet drops 300 feet in 36 seconds in response to an alert about a nearby plane
Travel & LeisureSouthwest passengers fly out of seats as jet drops 300 feet in 36 seconds in response to an alert about a nearby plane
By Rio Yamat and The Associated PressJuly 26, 2025
Southwest’s CEO says he picks up trash and serves snacks when flying and shares advice from the airline’s legendary cofounder
LeadershipSouthwest’s CEO says he picks up trash and serves snacks when flying and shares advice from the airline’s legendary cofounder
By Jason MaJuly 6, 2025
Southwest Airlines decades-long free checked bags perk ends today
Travel & LeisureSouthwest Airlines decades-long free checked bags perk ends today
By Michelle Chapman and The Associated PressMay 27, 2025
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TechSouthwest Airlines tells passengers to keep chargers in plain sight as it tries to curtail lithium battery fires
By Josh Funk and The Associated PressMay 20, 2025
Southwest Airlines hints at a significant international expansion
Travel & LeisureSouthwest Airlines hints at a significant international expansion
By Chris MorrisMay 14, 2025
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EconomySouthwest CEO says the U.S. airline industry is already in a recession
By Mary Schlangenstein and BloombergApril 24, 2025
Southwest Airlines coined the phrase ‘bags fly free.’ Now it’s dropping the 50-year-old perk for everyone except high-status loyalty customers
FinanceSouthwest Airlines coined the phrase ‘bags fly free.’ Now it’s dropping the 50-year-old perk for everyone except high-status loyalty customers
By Chris MorrisMarch 11, 2025
Southwest Airlines flight forced to abruptly pull out of landing to avoid crashing into errant jet crossing Chicago runway
LifestyleSouthwest Airlines flight forced to abruptly pull out of landing to avoid crashing into errant jet crossing Chicago runway
By Corey Williams, Kathleen Foody and The Associated PressFebruary 26, 2025
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