Ariana Arghandewal

@LauraLoomer @SouthwestAir This was a false allegation made by a passenger who shares the same mental illness as you. The FBI found no credible threat and did not arrest the man. Get a hobby, you psychotic nut job.

BREAKING: @SouthwestAir Southwest Airlines Flight 2094 from Nashville to Fort Lauderdale, Florida was forced to divert to Atlanta late last night after a an Arabic looking Muslim passenger onboard the plane threatened to blow the plane up with a bomb! You can see the SWAT team apprehend the Muslim passenger while terrified passengers were forced to put their hands up. Zero media coverage!!!! Share this everywhere!! DEPORT ALL MUSLIMS FROM AMERICA!! If you were on this flight, please DM me. @DHSgov @FBIDirectorKash @RealTomHoman @POTUS

@GovMikeHuckabee This is pathetic. The UAE is providing frequent updates and covering people’s hotel bills while they’re stuck.

For American who are currently in Israel I want to share this thorough (but long) update on options for departing. There are VERY LIMITED options. As of now, the best is utilizing Israel's Ministry of Tourism shuttle bus to Taba, Egypt and getting flights from there or going on to Cairo for flights back to the US. I will give details of that option below. We are getting a lot of requests regarding evacuating from Israel from American citizens who are currently in Israel or who have family here. I do not recommend exit via Jordan at this time.  Flights are not consistent and access across the Allenby crossing has limited hours. All of our personnel from embassy are sheltering in place, but I realize you may need to get people out and back home and not continue to incur hotel costs.  I’m adding what we are recommending for now.  Not sure when Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv will reopen.  Hopefully soon, but even when it does, there will be VERY limited flights with priorities to those who already were ticketed by El Al.  Doubtful that other airlines will fly in/out for a while.  The Ministry of Tourism is operating buses to Taba.  That crossing is further away but it’s open 24/7.  There are some flights from Taba, but there are also options to get to Cairo and it’s operating normally except to Middle Eastern countries.  To get out, it’s the best option for now.  If not already enrolled in STEP program, do so as you will be emailed updated information from the embassy and State Department.  A link to Step is at bottom of message.  Praying your safe passage! Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Jerusalem (March 2, 2026) UPDATE on Ministry of Tourism Shuttles. Location:  Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza Event:  Security Alert As a result of the current security situation throughout the region, the U.S. Embassy has directed that all U.S. government employees and their family members continue to shelter in place in and near their residences until further notice. The U.S. Embassy is not in a position at this time to evacuate or directly assist Americans in departing Israel. The following is provided for your information as you make your own security plans: The Israeli Ministry of Tourism has begun operating shuttles to the Taba Border Crossing as of March 2.  To be added to the passenger list for a shuttle, you must register via the Ministry’s evacuation form.  The U.S. Embassy cannot make any recommendation (for or against) the Ministry of Tourism’s shuttle.  The information is provided as a courtesy to those wishing to leave Israel. Passengers who wish to cross to Jordan may take the shuttle to Eilat and continue independently (by taxi) to the Yitzhak Rabin Border Crossing. Buses will be stationed at meeting points across the country, including Herzliya: Train Station Parking Lot Haifa: Yad HaShmona Train Station Parking Lot Jerusalem: Teddy Stadium, East Parking Lot Tel Aviv: Savidor Center Train Station Parking The land crossing to Egypt at Taba was also operating and is scheduled to be open 24 hours a day.  There is a visa fee for some travelers. U.S. citizens who are not exiting the Sinai region for other parts of Egypt do not have to pay the fee.  Security conditions can change without warning, closing any border crossing. How to Pay: It is highly recommended to pay in advance via the official website: borderpay.metropolinet.co.il/en/home-3/. Note: The toll is valid only for the specific date of purchase and cannot be changed or refunded. As of March 2, there were limited flight options from the airports in Taba and Sharm al-Sheikh, Egypt. On March 2, the Southern (Yitzhak Rabin/Wadi Araba) crossing into Jordan accepts the last passengers at 1900. The Queen Alia International Airport is open on Monday, March 2.  Flights with Royal Jordanian Airlines were available from Jordan on a limited basis. Please check with your airline and expect delays. Before traveling to the border crossings, U.S. citizens should consult the Israel Home Front Command guidance. Please check the status of the land crossings here. - The U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens of the continued need for caution and increased personal security awareness – including knowing the location of the nearest shelter in the event of a red alert as security incidents, such as mortar, rocket, and missile fire, and unmanned aircraft system (UAS) intrusions, often take place without any warning. The security environment is complex and can change quickly. In response to security incidents and without advance notice, the U.S. Embassy may further restrict or prohibit U.S. government employees and their family members from traveling to certain areas of Israel (including the Old City of Jerusalem) and the West Bank. U.S. citizens can find additional information regarding steps to take in case of mortar and rocket fire and hostile aircraft intrusion in the Country Information for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza: Mortar and Rocket Fire or Hostile Aircraft Intrusion: In the event of mortar or rocket fire or Hostile Aircraft Intrusion, a “red alert” siren may be activated. Treat all such alerts as real. Follow the instructions from local authorities and seek shelter immediately. Know the location of your closest shelter or protected space. U.S. government personnel and their family members may be restricted from traveling to areas affected by rocket activity, sirens, and/or the opening of bomb shelters. For additional information on appropriate action to take upon hearing a siren or explosion, see the Israel Defense Forces Home Front Command website (available on devices within Israel) or view the Preparedness Information. U.S. citizens may also wish to download the free Israel Defense Forces Home Front Command application on Android or Apple devices to receive real-time security and safety alerts. Free commercial applications, such as Red Alert: Israel, are also available. Actions to Take: 1. Refer to our website for the latest Security Alerts: il.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-se…. 1. Be aware of your surroundings. 1. Learn the location of the nearest bomb shelter or other hardened shelter. Download the Home Front Command Red Alert application or similar apps for mobile devices (available on devices within Israel) to receive real time alerts for rocket and missile attacks and armed UAV intrusions. 1. Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings. 1. Avoid all areas where there is a heavy police presence. 1. Monitor local media. 1. Follow the instructions of local authorities. 1. Enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).  STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates and makes it easier for the U.S. Embassy to contact you in an emergency. 1. Regularly monitor the State Department’s website, where you can find current Travel Advisories (including the Travel Advisory for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza) and the Worldwide Caution.  Read the Country Information for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza.  For additional information, refer to “Traveler’s Checklist” on the State Department’s website. Assistance: U.S. Embassy Jerusalem 14 David Flusser St. Jerusalem Telephone: +972-2-630-4000 E-mail: JerusalemACS@state.gov Website: il.usembassy.gov U.S. Embassy Branch Office Tel Aviv 71 HaYarkon St. Tel Aviv Telephone: +972-3-519-7575 E-mail: TelAvivACS@state.gov Website: il.usembassy.gov State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747or 202-501-4444 Israel, West Bank, and Gaza Country Information Israel, West Bank, and Gaza Travel Advisory  Enroll in Safe Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.

@ImWanderWoman That's fair. I do get value out of VA, FlyingBlue, and Lifemiles. I'd much rather transfer points from WF to those programs than Chase (which I like to save for Hyatt) or Amex (which I transfer to Aeroplan, esp during bonus promos).

@PointChaser I read your post on the WF Autograph card which I got when it was new. Was so excited to get 3x pts on all travel, but pts r worth just 1% when redeeming. And their partner airlines r not exciting to me.

@jimmacjr1980 It's pretty outrageous, especially since some of these settlers are dual US citizens. Too many people in the travel space are ignoring it. Even the ones who dismissed it as "not a real threat to peace" are notably quiet.

@PointChaser As someone who's mother's side is from Israel, I don't understand why more people aren't absolutely appalled at Israel. You can share a heritage with a people and still hold them accountable My only thought is that globally there's just little sympathy for Muslims? I'm so sorry

An entire West Bank village has been ethnically cleansed. For years, zionists have downplayed settler violence. Calling them a fringe group whose activities are not endorsed by the country (even though IOF soldiers protect them as they terrorize Palestinians). Now what?

Hellhole > a**hole (aka @realDonaldTrump)

@Sheerzee Just seeing this. Emailed you

@PointChaser hi wanted to connect for a BBC topic, please dm or email Angela.Sheeran@bbc.co.uk thank you

Got a retention offer for the first time in a while: 7500 miles after $1k spent in 3 months on my Citi AA business. Not a huge sum, but still worth more than the $99 annual fee. Would you take it?

RT @AlaskaAir: We are still experiencing an IT outage affecting our operations that has resulted in cancellations of some of our flights th…

@glenngabe What will chatbots do when websites go out of business because chatbots are stealing their traffic and content?

I'll use this gif since I think it's fitting :) -> Wikimedia says Wikipedia is seeing a significant decline in human traffic, as more people access the site's information via AI chatbots without clicking through "Ironically, while generative AI and search engines are causing a decline in direct traffic to Wikipedia, its data is more valuable to them than ever. Wikipedia articles are some of the most common training data for AI models, and Google and other platforms have for years mined Wikipedia articles to power its Snippets and Knowledge Panels, which siphon traffic away from Wikipedia itself." “After making this revision, we are seeing declines in human pageviews on Wikipedia over the past few months, amounting to a decrease of roughly 8% as compared to the same months in 2024,” he said. “We believe that these declines reflect the impact of generative AI and social media on how people seek information, especially with search engines providing answers directly to searchers, often based on Wikipedia content.” 404media.co/wikipedia-says…

@helixcardinal I just googled "Amex Business Platinum" in cognito mode

@PointChaser Where did you get a link?

I take back what I said about the Amex platinum card (or the business version at least).

I've been updating points content for another site - my biggest takeaway? Use your points. The number of "sweet spots" that have devalued is astounding. The number of hotels that have gone up 50% or more in points per night (in the last 2 years alone) is concerning. Don't hoard.

The fact that the U.S. Bank Altitude Connect Card doesn't show up on more "best travel card" lists tells you everything you need to know about how affiliate relationships create bias in coverage.

The dreaded Amex Platinum annual fee hike is here. Who is keeping vs canceling their card? bit.ly/4pqTMt7

Alaska Airlines just launched Seattle-Seoul flights with INSANE deals: ✈️ BOGO flights (companion pays just $6-36 in taxes!) 🎯 20K points one-way (normally 30K) 💳 100K credit card bonuses available Book by Friday, Sept 12! Seoul here we come! 🇰🇷 joinkudos.com/blog/new-alask…

@TravelFake I just get this page and it never changes:

Is it me or has the United site not been working since yesterday? At least award searches seem to be down.

@TravelFake I’ll try that next time. The page just wouldn’t load. Ended up using aeroplan points instead.

@PointChaser I think United just makes you login now to see award availability. At least I had to last night.

Idk what's going on in DCA but RT flights are $1,000 right now. Redeemed 30k Aeroplan points instead. Who says you can't get value out of an economy class redemption?