• Sun, May 4, 2025

by: Fortune

Buffett hands his successor a giant cash pile and many questions

"There could be a laundry list that some institutional investors have that include the payment of a cash dividend, and a more regular capital allocation program."

by: KTVX

WEATHER EVENT: Wind, hail expected in Provo, Orem, Lehi as thunderstorm travels north

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for the Wasatch Back, Utah Valley, and Wasatch Mountains south of I-80.

by: Come Cruise With Me

How cruisers can stay safe in cruise ports with travel advisories

Everywhere from Nassau, Bahamas, to Roatan, Honduras, and most of Mexico are under US State Department travel warnings.

by: Travel + Leisure

The Best AirTag Accessories to Keep Track of Absolutely Everything When You Travel

Our roundup includes keychains, luggage tags, wallet holders, passport trackers, adhesive mounts, and pet collars.

by: The Independent US

'No one wants travel insurance, but everyone needs it' says founder of Go Walkabout

The Man Who Pays His Way: How Harold Lawrence transformed cover for backpackers

by: Men's Journal

U.S. Travelers Warned to Avoid Major Airport, 'It Is Not Safe'

Travelers using Newark Liberty International Airport have been warned. The busy flight hub is "not safe." Since Monday, Newark has experienced severe delays on both incoming and outgoing flights. On Saturday, over 270 flights were backed up, according to FlightAware, which also reports that inbound ...

by: KXAN

Longhorns add well-traveled quarterback Matthew Caldwell through transfer portal

Caldwell has one year of eligibility after using a redshirt season as a freshman at Jacksonville State. Texas will be his fourth school. Following his redshirt year, he played two seasons at the FCS program Gardner-Webb and then went to Troy for a season.

by: Fox News

Kids eat only 'junk food' so man with cancer will not travel with them

A Reddit user wrote that he will not travel with his brother's children because they "only eat junk food." The man, who was diagnosed with cancer, wondered if he was being selfish.

by: CBS News

Denver International Airport delights travelers with Star Wars Day celebration

Every year, the Denver International Airport celebrates Star Wars Day to the delight of those arriving at the airport.

by: Daily Mail

New train ride will take you around the world - but it's not cheap

Looking for a leisurely way to explore the world without having to step foot on a plane? Well, if you have three months and £112,900 to spare, then this epic rail journey might be just the ticket.

by: LancasterOnline

Car involved in fatal Caernarvon Twp. crash was traveling 15 mph over speed limit [update]

Editor's note: This article has been updated to include a report from the Lancaster County Coroner's Office.

by: The Straits Times

Singaporeans vote in general election and then travel to JB to shop

Heavy congestion could be seen along main roads in Johor Bahru city centre. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

by: Sporting News

Warriors' Steph Curry gets away with a crazy travel that refs miss in Game 7 vs. Rockets | Sporting News

by: Global News

Canadian leisure travel to U.S. down 40% in February, Flight Centre says | Globalnews.ca

A combination of anger over U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff and annexation threats and a weak Canadian dollar have Canadian tourists avoiding the U.S.

by: Sporting News

Warriors' Steph Curry gets away with a crazy travel that refs miss in Game 7 vs. Rockets | Sporting News Canada

by: KXAN

Tommy's Travel Forecast: Omega block increases storm chances

An omega blocking pattern will deliver an abundance of Gulf moisture to the southern Plains and Deep South, allowing widespread thunderstorms to return as we enter the new workweek. A few storms may be severe.

by: The Independent US

Students cancel summer travel plans after Trump's visa crackdown

University of California, Berkeley issued an advisory last week saying upcoming international travel was risky

by: Men's Journal

Major U.S. Airport Has Been 'Nightmare' for Travelers This Week

Passengers flying in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey have been met with severe delays since last week. The problems, which reportedly stem from air traffic control staffing issues, have led to flights being delayed for six straight days through ...
  • Mon, May 5, 2025

by: BBC

Free bus travel for military on VE 80 Day

Stagecoach East Midlands is scrapping fares for serving military, veterans and cadets on 8 May.

by: National Geographic news

These British pubs serve food worth travelling for

Forget scampi fries and soggy pies — the food served at these British pubs, from Cornwall to Scotland, make them real dining destinations.

by: Wall Street Journal

The Fitness Equipment and Workout Gear We Swear By

by: The New Zealand Herald

Why we need to travel differently in Fiji

'If you make your garden nice, the butterfly will come'.

by: deseret

Travel tips: Real ID rules and flight cancellation guide

Learn how to handle delayed or canceled flights, navigate ETA requirements for Europe and prepare for the Real ID changes

by: Yen.com.gh

"Let's go travelling": Ghanaian man beams with joy after securing US passport

A young Ghanaian man, Nana Qay, has taken to social media to celebrate after securing his US citizenship, flaunting his newly acquired passport on TikTok.

by: Politico

Ruben Gallego travels to Pennsylvania amid 2028 shadow primary

The Arizona senator is heading to the swing state to talk about "the struggles of working-class Americans."

by: Athlon Sports

Fans React to Stephen Curry Travel That Wasn't Called on Sunday vs. Rockets

Stephen Curry drew the of fans on Sunday.

by: WHTM

Police in Lancaster County searching for stolen travel trailer

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)- Police in Lancaster County are investigating the theft of a mobile home. According to the New Holland Police Department, officers are investigating a reported theft of a 2012 Keystone Cougar travel trailer that occurred on April 9. Police said the stolen trailer is 30 feet long, has a registration of XGX8311, […]

by: Seeking Alpha

TripAdvisor: The Travel Outlook Is Darkening (NASDAQ:TRIP)

TripAdvisor's cheap valuation hides deeper issues, including demand weakness and overreliance on Viator. Read why TRIP stock is downgraded to sell.

by: WIFR

Celebrate local businesses with the return of National Travel and Tourism Week

GoRockford wants to highlight Forest City businesses when National Travel and Tourism Week kicks off in May.

by: Travel + Leisure

This Man Booked a Vacation for Himself After His Wife Said They Can't Afford a Trip

The mom of two teens shared her shocking family travel dilemma on a British parenting web forum.

by: Associated Press

Mets' Jesse Winker to travel back to New York after right side injury, with IL stint likely

Mets left fielder Jesse Winker will fly back to New York instead of traveling with the team to Arizona after leaving the first game of a doubleheader at St.

by: DC News Now Washington

WorldPride DC organizers share concerns for transgender travelers

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — There are growing concerns about whether new policies will limit the number of transgender people who will travel for WorldPride DC later this spring. The international event, which is slated to begin in just over a month, is drawing excitement from the city. "The pride parade we have every year? […]

by: The West Australian

Burning issue for travellers facing searches in US

Stephen Scourfield on security and the risk of running foul of officials

by: floridaphoenix

Lawmakers pass restrictions on state employees' politicking, cut off funds for agency heads' travel

In a near-unanimous vote, the Florida House gave final approval Friday to a bill tightening restrictions against state employees' participation in political campaigning. The bill, HB 1445, is narrower than what the Florida House first proposed. The lower chamber wanted to bar state employees from soliciting contributions for political parties, committees, or candidates during working […]

by: Seattle Times

As solo travel increases, hotels step up

Solo travel is no longer a niche trend. The industry expects a nearly 10% cumulative annual growth rate through 2030, and it isn't limited to one age group either - millennials, Gen Z and even retirees increasingly choose to take...

by: The New York Times

Cable Theft in Spain Disrupts Train Travel for Thousands, Officials Say

Oscar Puente, the transport minister, said "a serious act of sabotage" had brought some service to a halt, delaying service into Monday.

by: Sporting News

Barcelona could travel to play in empty stadium for Catalan Derby | Sporting News

by: WTVF

New AAA survey project more TN summer travelers despite economic uncertainty

AAA says you may want to prepare for busy roads over the next few months as projections show summer travel trends are much higher than last year.

by: NDTV

Travel Vlogger Hospitalised After "Grossest" Train Journey In India

US Traveller Nick Maddock's 15-hour train journey from Varanasi to New Jalpaiguri turned traumatic after he was hospitalised with a severe respiratory infection.

by: Sporting News

Barcelona could travel to play in empty stadium for Catalan Derby | Sporting News Canada

by: Travel + Leisure

My Mom Is a Nurse of 30+ Years, and This is the $23 Item She Told Me to Always Travel With

Vashe wound solution is a first aid item that one nurse of 30-plus years says everyone should travel with. Here, shop the $23 Vashe wound solution at Amazon, plus other nurse-approved first aid travel essentials.

by: Fortune

Why a family foundation-backed venture capital firm is convincing Latin American startups to move to Tulsa

Atento Capital's bold bet on Latin America—and the future of U.S. tech.

by: Fortune

As the mighty Permian Basin slows, Canada stands to rise in the shale oil and gas world

Kimmeridge activist investment firm eyes Canadian producers and new LNG projects.

by: Fortune

JPMorgan Chase axes startup-VC platform Capital Connect, but remains committed to innovation economy

JPMorgan has redeployed most of Capital Connect's 200 employees

by: Fortune

Bosses are making a major mistake that's fueling stress at work, the CEO of Calm warns

"The number one thing that I've seen that leads to workplace stress is workload management."

by: Fortune

Meet the man Warren Buffett trusts with his $1.1 trillion empire

He's a former accountant from Canada, who rose through Berkshire's energy arm.

by: Fortune

Current refi mortgage rates report for May 5, 2025

See Monday's report on average refi rates on different types of home loans.

by: Fortune

Golden visa brokers advise clients to hurry after Malta ruling

"I think the message is clear: whoever moves sooner will be in a better position."

Buffett hands his successor a giant cash pile and many questions

"There could be a laundry list that some institutional investors have that include the payment of a cash dividend, and a more regular capital allocation program."
In a recent interview at the Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting, Warren Buffett expressed confidence in Greg Abel as his successor, emphasizing Abel's readiness to take over as CEO and his capability to manage the conglomerate's diverse businesses. Buffett highlighted Abel's deep understanding of Berkshire's operations and his strategic approach to capital allocation. Additionally, Buffett addressed concerns about Berkshire's growing cash pile, which has reached a record $189 billion, stating that the company is prepared to deploy this capital when suitable opportunities arise, though he acknowledged the challenges of finding large-scale investments that meet Berkshire's stringent criteria. The meeting also touched on broader economic topics, with Buffett offering insights into the current market environment and his outlook on future economic conditions.

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