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Heidi Stevens: A Chicago-based author found herself on a banned books list. What it tells us about this moment.

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By Zach Finken Verified
| Yahoo Verified
Chicago-based writer Veronica Arreola got a text in late May from a friend. It was a screenshot of her 2023 children's book, "J is for Justice: An Activism Alphabet" and a question: "Is this you?" Her book was featured in People magazine. (Yay!) Under the headline "Nonfiction book bans are on the rise, including these 29 banned books on art, insects, Amelia Earhart and more." (Not yay.) "I was like, 'Yes that's me,'" Arreola said.
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15 tips for navigating busy airports during the holidays

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By Rosie Siefert, Zach Finken Verified
| New York Daily News Verified
Flight delays, cancellations, over-crowded airports — air travel can be exhausting and stressful. Last year, 21% of departing flights were delayed, 4,721 departing flights were canceled and 1,155 arrivals were diverted. Winter storms and an upsweep in travelers don’t exactly make for ideal traveling, but there are some things you can do to avoid as many nail-biting experiences as possible. (Rosie Siefert and Zach Finken, The Active Times)
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Top Airplane Gaffes of 2018

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By Zach Finken Verified
| theactivetimes.com
A Texas man faced federal charges after he played footsie with a fellow flier and interfered with the flight crew, causing his Southwest Airlines flight to make an emergency landing in New Mexico, according to the New York Daily News. Justin Riley Brafford, 29, was arrested by the FBI following his behavior on a flight from Los Angeles to Dallas that was ultimately diverted to Albuquerque.
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