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Time Out
a day ago
- Time Out
Don't have a Real ID? The TSA just made your airport experience easier
Apple just gave frequent flyers—and Real ID procrastinators—something to look forward to this fall: a digital passport option in Apple Wallet. The feature, part of the next iOS update, lets users create a digital ID using their U.S. passport. Even better, the Transportation Security Administration just approved it as a Real ID alternative—but only for certain types of travel. ' Digital ID offers a secure and private new way for users to store and present their ID information using their iPhone and Apple Watch,' Apple said in a recent release. 'Users can seamlessly create and add a Digital ID to Apple Wallet using a U.S. passport.' This is surely something iPhone users will get excited about, but here's the fine print: the new feature is not a full passport replacement. It's only approved for domestic travel and only at TSA checkpoints that support it. You'll still need your physical passport to get through customs, immigration or any international border. But for domestic travel? It's officially Real ID compliant. As Real ID enforcement began in May, many travelers found themselves scrambling, either upgrading their licenses or falling back on passports just to fly from one city to another. Apple's digital ID is now a workaround for those who still haven't made the switch, letting users tap through security instead of rifling through their bulging bags to flash a physical document. The TSA confirmed that digital passports in Apple Wallet will be accepted at supported domestic checkpoints—with 250 airports already on board, including LAX, JFK and O'Hare—but they are clear about one thing: bring your real passport if you're going abroad. Period. Alongside the digital ID, Apple's also polishing up boarding passes and adding new travel tools to Wallet to streamline your airport routine. It's a smart step forward, but it's not a replacement yet, so keep that passport handy, at least until international travel catches up.
Wall Street Journal
6 days ago
- Politics
- Wall Street Journal
Getting Ready for the Military Parade
In Washington, D.C., scores of people have shifted from the Army festival to the parade route, walking west toward the Washington Monument. The protests have—for now—mostly died down. It's a hot, steamy Washington evening, hovering at 84 degrees with ominous clouds overhead. There are many hydration stations and plenty of restroom facilities for the parade watchers. Everyone coming to the parade had to go through security screenings run by the Transportation Security Administration and the Secret Service.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
TSA Calls Out Traveler for Attempting to Bring Fuel-Filled Camp Stove Through Security: ‘Let This Be a Learning Moment'
A plane passenger tried going through security at Pensacola International Airport in Florida with a fuel-filled camp stove in their carry-on bag TSA poked fun at the situation in a Facebook message this week, reminding all travelers that stoves with attached propane tanks are not allowed through security "Camp stoves are allowed in carry-on or checked bags only if they are empty of all fuel and cleaned so that no fuel vapors or residue remain," according to TSA guidelinesTSA has issued a PSA after a passenger tried finessing a fuel-filled camp stove past security. The Transportation Security Administration poked fun at the incident in a post shared to its official Facebook page on Wednesday, June 11. The friendly reminder detailed the passenger's attempt at bringing the cooking device in their carry-on bag while traveling through Pensacola International Airport (PNS). 'Listen, friends, we love watching cooking shows as much as you do, but any top chef has to know that you cannot bring a stove with a propane tank attached through airport security in your carry-on bag,' TSA wrote in the social media post. The agency gave a shoutout to the team working at PNS for finding the stove as it made its way through standard checkpoint security on Monday, June 9. 'This one was hard to miss, but great job by our team at Pensacola International Airport (PNS) for discovering this during standard checkpoint screening on Monday, and educating the passenger on the regulations we have around prohibited items" TSA wrote in the post. 'The passenger said he was unaware that stoves and propane tanks couldn't be carried on a plane, so let this be a learning moment for everyone… propane tanks cannot and do not belong in either your carry-on or checked bags,' the post continued. Included in the post was a photo of the red camping stove discovered by the TSA team. Camp stoves are allowed on flights, but only if they are packed according to TSA's guidelines, which prohibit any fuel being brought along. 'Camp stoves are allowed in carry-on or checked bags only if they are empty of all fuel and cleaned so that no fuel vapors or residue remain. Please wrap cords and layer items in bags so officers can get a clear view of the items,' a statement on TSA's website reads. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. In the comments section, commenters joked about the passenger trying to bring the cooking appliance through security. 'Next season of 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing. Challenge 15 of 24. Cooking 'Business Class' dining,' wrote one Facebook user. 'The food I prepare on that mini stove tastes so much better than airline food,' wrote another user. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Kissler: Will Tariffs Continue to Drive Energy Markets?
In the past, the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftereffects were a major driver influencing global energy markets. However, this year, the tariffs implemented by the U.S. to try to balance global trade supplanted the post-COVID environment as a major influencer. That said, just how much tariffs will continue to impact energy markets depends on a number of variables, such as the tariffs' eventual size and scope. Moreover, in the case of natural gas, other factors—such as weather, travel and the immense power needs of artificial intelligence (AI)—may prove to be larger influencers. In fact, to some extent, the tariffs' impact on energy markets already seems to be dissipating. While sending energy and equity prices reeling the first month of implementation, the tariffs have had seemingly less of an effect on U.S. demand as we have entered middle of the year. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported a record number of travelers in the U.S. going into Memorial Day weekend. However, at the same time, these tariffs have been detrimental to oil demand in Asia, particularly in China, as that region bears most of the tariff burdens. The numbers say it all: Chinese refinery run rates moved well below their five-year averages as crude imports dropped substantially. Crude futures also touched the lowest levels since 2021. Another big factor has been anticipated production increases. OPEC+ has pledged to increase production over the next several months and is estimated to bring back most of the 2 MMbbl/d cuts from the previous years. At the same time, the Trump administration has promised to lower oil prices. Between the Saudi/OPEC production increases and the tariffs' impact on oil markets, that goal may be achieved. On the flip side, the only factors supporting higher oil prices have mostly been geopolitical in nature. These include: the harsh sanctions expected against Iran; the Russia/Ukraine peace talks stalling, which could lead to more sanctions on Russia; and the Israel/Hamas tensions maintaining unrest in the Middle East. Altogether, the real question going forward will be if the seasonal summer travel demand can take up the slack caused by tariffs and OPEC+. The current consensus is that it's not likely, and WTI prices are expected to remain in the $58-$65/bbl area. Of course, many 'what ifs' remain. Partly because of the shift in U.S. presidential administration, green energy is losing its luster. Wind and solar still will be contributing factors, but just not at the subsidized pace seen in the past. That said, there will likely be more solar power sources in the Sunbelt states, and more areas driven by wind-generated power, but now these power sources must be able to stand on their own economically, which should send more demand to the oil and gas sector in the longer term. Shifting focus to natural gas, the expansion of AI and greater demand for LNG will be the major drivers supporting prices. That's as AI expansion is set to double in the next three to five years. It currently pulls 4% of the U.S. power grid, but that figure could move to over 9%. If you add in the expansion of LNG from 11 Bcf/d to 12 Bcf/d of natural gas in the next four to five years, one must wonder where the supply will come from. However, in the near term, weather has been relatively mild so far in 2025, which is pulling less natural gas supplies. That's as current production is in the range of 105.2 to 106 Bcf/d, whereas in 2024, the midyear average production was near the 101 BCF/day. And so, we will need to see some above-average temperatures this summer if we are to see prices comfortably over the $4/MMBtu. While the distant horizon looks bright for natural gas—and likely will be—there is still a lot of time in between. Weather demand will still be a price-driver going forward. As of early June, 2025 has been a bit mild, but weather may change things very quickly.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Yahoo
TSA scolds passenger for attempting to bring bizarre item on board plane: ‘Learning moment'
Ahead of Father's Day weekend, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has taken to social media to issue light-hearted warnings and guidance about all manner of airplane-averse goods — improperly packed jerky, meat marinades in excess of 3.4 oz, and pocketknives, among other items. However, when a passenger tried to bring a camping stove — complete with fuel — through a security screening in Pensacola International Airport, the agency got serious in a Facebook post. 'This one was hard to miss, but great job by our team at Pensacola International Airport (PNS) for discovering this during standard checkpoint screening on Monday, and educating the passenger on the regulations we have around prohibited items,' TSA wrote in response to the incident. According to the agency, the passenger 'said he was unaware that stoves and propane tanks couldn't be carried on a plane.' Who would have guessed that combustible fuels and airplanes don't mix? These skeptical commenters. 'He knew! If you have to bring travel-size shampoo, you know. Good catch by TSA,' applauded one user, while another agreed: 'A propane tank?!? Someone is sorely lacking in common sense!' 'This is truly a weird carry-on,' said one bothered reader. Luckily, determined campers are allowed to bring clean stoves, provided they're completely empty of fuel, the agency clarified. Several know-it-all passengers tried to come to this Florida man's defence. 'Those use Butane. FYI. But thanks for keeping me safe from small appliances,' said one sarcastic camping expert. However, many viewers simply didn't care about this distinction. 'Love the comments that it's butane, not propane. Who cares? It is flammable and shouldn't be on a plane. Rampant stupidity,' one staunch reply read. 'One brain cell,' another decreed. This incident is the latest in a string of several other recent strange airport security happenings — with one high-profile example being Ellen Pompeo's fancy sunflower seeds. Many passengers opt to bring their own snacks to the airport to save time and avoid the exorbitant costs of limited terminal restaurants, but for the convenience of both the agency and travelers, TSA provides airport-goers with a comprehensive list of food items that are travel-friendly. While the overall consensus on the wild camping item the Florida passenger brought was harsh, this commenter saw the humor in the situation and cut the offending traveler some slack: 'Oh, come on, TSA, be considerate. The food I prepare on that mini stove tastes so much better than airline food.'
