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Sick of hand luggage fees? So is Spain

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Spain’s Ministry of Consumer Affairs announced that it has launched an investigation into low-cost airlines regarding their hand luggage and other fees.

The investigation targets budget carriers like Ryanair, easyJet, and Vueling, without explicitly naming any specific airlines. These airlines charge passengers for hand luggage, particularly trolley bags larger than a certain size, and may impose additional fees for seat selection.

The concern raised by the ministry is that by separating such fees from the initial ticket prices, these airlines offer competitive prices in their advertisements that do not truly reflect the total cost paid by consumers. The practice of displaying lower base prices without including essential fees can mislead consumers into believing they are getting a better deal than they actually are.

If the investigation finds these airlines guilty of deceptive pricing practices, they could face fines of up to one million euros ($1.09 million), and potentially eight times the profit made from such fees if it exceeds one million euros.

“Abusive” fees

This issue is not new, as in 2019, a Spanish court ruled that Ryanair’s policy of charging a fee for hand luggage was “abusive.” However, Ryanair continued with its policy, citing the airlines’ commercial freedom to determine the size of their cabin baggage.

The investigation also highlights concerns about internet search engines potentially giving an unfair advantage to airlines that offer tickets excluding additional fees, making their prices appear more competitive than their competitors’ prices.

As of now, the investigation is ongoing, and further updates may come from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs as they continue to assess the practices of these budget airlines.

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Harris and Trump court Latino voters in Nevada

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Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are rallying Latino voters in the battleground state of Nevada.

Harris spoke about the Biden administration’s dedication to expanding healthcare and immigrant rights, speaking to a diverse crowd.

Trump, meanwhile, highlighted his commitment to jobs and conservative values, drawing enthusiastic supporters.

Both leaders are keenly aware of Nevada’s pivotal role in the upcoming election.

The Latino vote could tip the balance in one of America’s most closely watched states.

As election season heats up, Nevada is a crucial focus for both parties.

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First look at Squid Game’s thrilling new season

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Fans of Squid Game, brace yourselves! The first trailer for season two has dropped, with Player 456 stepping back into the deadly arena.

Lee Jung-jae’s character, Seong Gi-hun, returns, hoping to guide hundreds of new players to safety.

Viewers are thrown right back into the iconic games, with Red Light Green Light making a terrifying comeback.

Gi-hun narrowly escaped the giant doll’s gaze in season one, but this time, it’s more brutal than ever.

Amid tensions, players are given a chance to vote to end the game—but most chant “one more game” as the prize money taunts them from above.

Season two promises the same intensity and life-or-death stakes that made the original a global sensation.

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Judge allows Musk’s $1m voter giveaway to continue

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A Philadelphia judge has decided not to immediately halt Elon Musk’s $1 million voter giveaway, allowing the initiative to proceed.

The lawsuit, filed by District Attorney Larry Krasner, alleges that Musk’s America PAC is running an illegal lottery to influence voters.

The court has put the case on hold while a federal court considers taking over jurisdiction.

Musk’s attorney dismissed the lawsuit as a publicity stunt, emphasizing the PAC’s commitment to lawful activities.

The giveaway targets registered voters in battleground states ahead of the November 5th U.S. election.

Legal experts remain divided on whether the initiative violates federal election laws.

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