Forget SAT tutors — parents are now spending thousands of dollars on professional “rush coaches” months or even a year before their daughters set foot on a college campus. Viral social media trends, documentaries and intense competition at top universities have turned college sorority recruitment into a high-stakes process. Young women are polishing their resumes, […]
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Travelers may be slapped with ‘ridiculous’ new fees as popular city seeks millions per year
Many popular destinations struggling with overtourism and infrastructure issues are aiming to fix those problems in an often unpopular way by enacting new taxes on tourists. The city of Galway, on the west side of Ireland, is widely known for its medieval streets, colorful shopfronts and historical landmarks. It is now considering a tourist tax […]
Airlines eye weight-based fees: Will heavier passengers pay more?
In 2008, American Airlines became the first major U.S. carrier to charge for checked bags, introducing a $15 fee as part of a cost-cutting measure. Since then, other airlines have adopted similar fees, with prices steadily increasing over the years. Now, a new debate has emerged about whether airlines should charge passengers based on their […]