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How will JetBlue’s $3.8B acquisition of Spirit Airlines affect consumers?

Northeastern airlines industry expert Ravi Sarathy says JetBlue’s acquisition of Spirit Airlines will probably result in higher fares for consumers, as the low-cost carrier Spirit disappears in the planned $3.8 billion purchase.

by Mark Conti July 29, 2022

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Northeastern is top destination for Boston public schools' valedictorians

More than 25% of the students ranked the highest in their public high school class in Boston will matriculate at Northeastern. That's nearly three times as many as any other college in the Boston area.

by Mark Conti July 27, 2022

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Why was my flight canceled? Staff shortages disrupt airlines as summer travel season takes off

Northeastern, industry experts say travel woes will continue this summer but expect delays, cancellations and flight cost issues to subside in the fall.

by Mark Conti July 11, 2022

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How will JetBlue’s $3.8B acquisition of Spirit Airlines affect consumers?

Northeastern is top destination for Boston public schools' valedictorians

Why was my flight canceled? Staff shortages disrupt airlines as summer travel season takes off

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