News and notes from around the interweb:

• Emirates actually trains flight attendants on coffee service I’ll never understand why airlines don’t use bottled water to make coffee at least in first class though.

  Emirates Cabin Crew undergoes specialized training in the art of coffee. They learn about the origins of coffee, different blends, and the techniques to prepare a flawless cup for every customer. This includes hands-on sessions where they perfect their serving and presentation skills, ensuring that each coffee is delivered with finesse. Notably, First Class passengers are offered their coffee in a choice of exquisite Royal Doulton fine bone mugs or cups, while Business Class passengers sip from elegant fine bone china mugs. Additionally, Emirates maintains strict quality control over the water used in coffee preparation. Regular monitoring and maintenance of water tanks, supply lines, and transportation equipment guarantee the provision of safe and top-quality water for brewing that perfect cup of coffee on board.

• Is this better or worse than Delta’s deal with Tom Brady?

• France Struggles to Wipe Out Bedbugs at the Airport and on Trains Before Olympics

• “Delta says it’ll be carbon neutral by 2050. It plans to get there by increasing its medallion qualification requirements so high that literally no one flies the airline anymore, leaving it with no carbon emissions.” Not technically true, since they own an oil refinery..

• 30% bonus on transfers from Chase to Virgin Atlantic through November 15, 2023.

• Do Hyatt award shenanigans violate the Americans With Disabilities Act?