Djokovic and Alcaraz in era-defining French Open duel
Having battled through 59 encounters with Rafael Nadal over 16 years of epic rivalry, Novak Djokovic faces the Spanish legend's heir apparent Carlos Alcaraz at the French Open in...
2023-06-08 17:58
Gerard Pique hits out at Barcelona after missing out on Lionel Messi
Gerard Pique criticises Barcelona for financial mismanagement after Lionel Messi's move to Inter Miami was confirmed.
2023-06-08 17:58
What happened to Joe Rogan? Why does podcaster have 'big scar' on the back of his head 'like a smile'?
Joe Rogan revealed how he got the big scar on the back of his head, which looks like a smile
2023-06-08 17:57
Thirsty passenger lets ice melt to avoid paying for water on plane
Planes are pricey and often filled with disappointment, especially when it comes to food and beverages. But now, one TikTok user has come up with an innovative plan to avoid paying extortionate prices for water during a flight. In a viral clip that's racked up almost half a million views, TikTok user @rachealxk explained how she "was thirsty but I didn’t want to pay €3.00 for water." The recording shows the passenger with a cup of ice that she let melt before drinking. "No cause why does water have to be so expensive," she continued in the caption. It didn't take long for fellow TikTokers to flood the comments praising her little-known hack. "Surely having to pay for a cup of water on any flight should be illegal or a health risk," one person suggested. Another commented on the lengthy process, highlighting the colder temperatures on a flight: "The way it would take longer to melt because it’s always so cold on a plane." Meanwhile, one person claimed they do the same thing on a night out. "I did this in the club when they tried charging me for tap water because lol," they wrote. Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter @rachealxk No cause why does water have to be so expensive? #fyp #holiday #ryanair #travel #europe It comes after one flight attendant lifted the lid on what really happens to the body during a long-haul flight. Speaking to AU News, in-flight services manager for Air New Zealand, Ben Whatman, urged passengers to stay hydrated. "During a long-haul flight, the key thing is to feel comfortable and safe, especially when you’re wanting to get that much-needed shut-eye in an over 10-hour flight," he said. "Due to the recirculated air on a plane, your throat, nose and skin will tend to get dry." He went on to explain that people could, in fact, "lose up to 1.5 to 2 litres of water in a 10-hour flight." As stated by the Aerospace Medical Association (AsMA), passengers should limit alcohol, tea, coffee and caffeine while flying as it could cause people to "lose fluids." They also advise people to drink a cup of water during flights. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-06-08 17:57
Pope's 'night went well' after abdominal surgery, Vatican says
Pope Francis was recovering well in a Rome hospital on Thursday, the day after the 86-year-old had abdominal surgery that renewed health fears.
2023-06-08 17:55
Why was Andrew Garfield removed as Spider-Man? The truth behind Sony's controversial decision
While some speculated Garfield's second Spider-Man film led to his departure, an email exchange between Sony executives tells a different story
2023-06-08 17:54
Air India says low engine oil pressure caused diversion to Russia
Pilots on the Air India plane that was stranded in Russia had received an indication of low oil
2023-06-08 17:54
EU launches legal action against Poland over new Russian influence law
The European Union is launching legal action against Poland over a contentious new law that the nationalist government claims is meant to combat Russian influence
2023-06-08 17:52
Oil weakens on demand concerns as focus turns to Fed
By Alex Lawler LONDON Oil fell on Thursday as worries about weakening demand in a global economic slowdown
2023-06-08 17:51
Kiko Navarro, Alcaraz's boyhood coach says 'Paris was our dream'
Few people know Carlos Alcaraz better than Kiko Navarro, the coach who shaped the Spaniard in his formative years into the fearless world number one targeting a second Grand...
2023-06-08 17:49
Zelensky visits flood-hit Ukraine region as 5 reported killed
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the region flooded by the breached Kakhovka dam Thursday, as Moscow-installed authorities said five people had...
2023-06-08 17:48
Eight children stabbed in knife attack in France
Eight children have stabbed in a knife attack in a town in the French alps. Regional deputy Antoine Armand described the attack as "abominable" and said authorities were investigating. The French prime minister, Élisabeth Borne, is on her way to the scene.
2023-06-08 17:25
