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United Reverses on Memo Offering Free Reroutes From Trump-Named Palm Beach Airport
politics1 month ago

United Reverses on Memo Offering Free Reroutes From Trump-Named Palm Beach Airport

United Airlines reportedly walked back an internal memo instructing agents to offer free alternative flights (such as to Fort Lauderdale or Miami) to travelers unhappy with Palm Beach International Airport’s renaming to President Donald J. Trump International Airport; a spokesperson framed the memo as poorly worded and said airline changes aren’t based on airport name or code, while the rename has already cost $5.5 million and the DJT code will replace PBI in mid‑August.

Swift-Kelce’s Mystery Pup Triumphs Florida Debut Amid Wedding Hype
entertainment1 month ago

Swift-Kelce’s Mystery Pup Triumphs Florida Debut Amid Wedding Hype

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were spotted in Palm Beach, Florida with a new white dog, fueling fan chatter that they’ve become dog parents. The appearance follows their July wedding in New York City, officiated by Adam Sandler, with the couple keeping many details private. The pup had previously appeared at their Madison Square Garden wedding, and today’s Florida sighting keeps the couple in the public eye as they balance newlywed life with ongoing media attention.

Kane recalls surreal Palm Beach round with Donald Trump
sports1 month ago

Kane recalls surreal Palm Beach round with Donald Trump

England captain Harry Kane confirmed he played a round of golf with President Donald Trump about 18 months ago in Palm Beach after Trump publicly claimed the pairing, calling the experience surreal and praising Trump’s golf; Kane said Trump’s game was pretty good and expressed gratitude for the invitation, as Beckham offered support to the England squad ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami.

Trump earns two public renamings in one day: a Florida airport and a Tennessee bridge
us-news1 month ago

Trump earns two public renamings in one day: a Florida airport and a Tennessee bridge

Two public landmarks were renamed to honor former President Donald J. Trump: Palm Beach International Airport in Florida is now the President Donald J. Trump International Airport (costing at least $5.5 million and with a future DJT code change), and a bridge in Jefferson County, Tennessee near Dandridge was designated the President Donald J. Trump Bridge; the moves follow Trump branding efforts and a Kennedy Center name removal earlier this year, with the Trump name trademarked earlier in the year.

President Donald J. Trump International Airport Debuts in Palm Beach
business1 month ago

President Donald J. Trump International Airport Debuts in Palm Beach

West Palm Beach’s Palm Beach International Airport has been renamed the President Donald J. Trump International Airport; the FAA confirmed the change, with the location identifier switching from PBI to DJT (the IATA change slated for Aug. 18). Carriers are already displaying DJT in bookings while PBI remains searchable. The branding overhaul, costing about $5.5 million, is funded by Florida, with $2.75 million from the state and the rest from local budgets; Gov. DeSantis signed the bill authorizing the name change, and Eric Trump said DJT would be the first plane to land at the renamed airport.

Barron Trump’s High‑Priced SOLLOS Drink Sparks Online Backlash
politics2 months ago

Barron Trump’s High‑Priced SOLLOS Drink Sparks Online Backlash

Barron Trump’s SOLLOS Yerba Mate beverage, priced at $39 per 12‑pack, drew online backlash for being out of touch and costly, framed by critics as a “grift.” Barron sits on the brand’s board, founders previously paused college to launch the venture from a Palm Beach base near Mar‑a‑Lago, and critics accuse the branding of cultural appropriation while merchandise adds to the controversy.

Barron Trump Stakes a Claim in the Yerba Mate Scene
culture4 months ago

Barron Trump Stakes a Claim in the Yerba Mate Scene

Barron Trump is listed as one of five directors of Sollos Yerba Mate, a Palm Beach–based brand tied to the Mar‑a‑Lago area. Founders say Sollos (named to evoke sun) is launching in May with a pineapple‑coconut flavor in a 12-pack, but yerba‑mate fans on Reddit have mocked the celebrity-backed venture, joking about it and even nodding to Tiffany Trump’s hojicha in tone.

DeSantis Renames Palm Beach Airport as Trump Trademark Push Expands
politics4 months ago

DeSantis Renames Palm Beach Airport as Trump Trademark Push Expands

Florida Gov. DeSantis signs a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Trump, while the Trump family’s company files three unprecedented trademark applications via a private entity to control the use of the Trump name on airports and related merchandise; experts say the filings could grant branding influence (fonts, logos, signage) even as the family says no royalties will be paid.