U.S. lawmakers press United on man dragged off plane
United CEO Oscar Munoz's appearance before the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee was a test of how the Republican-led Congress would address company misconduct.
Tue May 02 2017
United Airlines CEO answers lawmakers on passenger dragging incident
The airline uses offers to encourage volunteers to deboard a plane and had 16 volunteers for each passenger who had to be involuntarily denied boarding, Munoz said.
Thu Apr 27 2017
United CEO Munoz will not chair board in 2018 following passenger furor
Munoz has opted to leave "future determinations related to the Chairman position to the discretion of the Board," United said in a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing.
Sun Apr 23 2017
Want to boycott United? Good luck with that
United could be the cheapest option serving a major air route. Or, it could be the only option. And that makes a boycott complicated.
Wed Apr 12 2017
After the United incident, passengers should know their rights
According to the document, if an airline overbooks, it must ask for volunteers to relinquish their seats.
Wed Apr 12 2017
United Airlines: What not to do after your customer is battered
The company's actual response which doesn't include a direct apology to the injured passenger was probably influenced by lawyers worried about admitting liability.
Wed Apr 12 2017
United CEO's apology: 'Why did it take so long for them to say this?'
"It is unfathomable to me that the CEO of a major corporation, especially one that was recognized as 'Communicator of the Year,' was this asleep at the wheel."
Wed Apr 12 2017
United won't use police to remove overbooked passengers - CEO
United Airlines Chief Executive Officer Oscar Munoz on Tuesday issued an apology for the treatment of a passenger dragged from aboard one of its flights.
Wed Apr 12 2017
United Airlines faces mounting pressure over hospitalized passenger
United Airlines and its chief executive faced mounting pressure on Tuesday from a worldwide backlash over its treatment of a passenger who was dragged from his seat.
Wed Apr 12 2017
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024