Discovering Jeddah with a Pilot's Perspective
An airline pilot shares his experiences exploring Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, during a layover, highlighting the historic Al Balad neighborhood, its rich history, and the city's growing tourism scene.
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BTS' V Shines in Intimate Tiny Desk Korea Performance
BTS' V performed three soulful tunes from his EP Layover on NPR's Tiny Desk Korea, accompanied by an eight-person band. The performance showcased V's pursuit of a sound heavily inspired by soul, R&B, jazz, and classical music, offering a sense of comfort and consolation to the audience.
BTS's V Takes Flight with Solo Debut Album "Layover"
BTS member V, also known as Kim Taehyung, discusses the journey that led to his debut solo album, Layover. V spent the past three years continuously writing songs and experimenting with different genres and songwriting styles. He wanted to take detours and enjoy the journey rather than rushing towards a final destination. Layover reflects V's love for jazz and classical music, with its palette of jazzy pianos, warm bass, and fluttering flute solos. The album evokes feelings of nostalgia and longing, showcasing V's rich baritone vocals and his ability to set a vibe. V hopes that listeners will reflect on their own lives and goals while enjoying the album.
BTS' V Releases Solo Hits on Streaming Platforms
BTS member V has released three of his previous solo tracks, 'Scenery', 'Winter Bear', and 'Snow Flower', on streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. The songs were previously only available on SoundCloud and YouTube. This release comes ahead of V's debut solo album, 'Layover', which is set to be released on September 8. V has already released two songs from the album, 'Rainy Days' and 'Love Me Again'. He enlisted the help of NewJeans creative director Min Hee-jin for his solo project.
BTS' V Unveils Moody 'Rainy Days' Video, Teasing Solo Album 'Layover'
BTS member V teases his upcoming debut album "Layover" with the release of his second single "Rainy Days" and its accompanying moody music video. The track showcases V's voice blending with the sound of rain and everyday white noises, while the video features him alone in his retro-fitted apartment and art studio. The album is set to release on September 8 and will include six tracks, including "Slow Dancing" and "Love Me Again." This release comes as BTS is on hiatus due to mandatory military service.
Teen's 'skiplagging' trick leads to canceled ticket and airport detention
American Airlines canceled the ticket of a teenager who planned to disembark at his layover in Charlotte, North Carolina, instead of continuing to his final destination in New York City. The family had to purchase a new direct ticket to Charlotte. The teenager's father booked the ticket using Skiplagged, a website that offers cheaper flights with layovers. American Airlines considers skiplagging a violation of its terms and conditions and has been cracking down on passengers who engage in this practice.