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Flying Taxi Startup Lilium Burned Through $1 Billion. Now It’s Facing Bankruptcy

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Skift Take: There are several startups worldwide developing flyings taxis, but it's a capital-intensive venture. Lilium isn't the first to face empty coffers.

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Easing the Load: Insights From Miele Into Modern Washer Technology 

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The laundry room is a major hub of housekeeping operations, and highly efficient washers and dryers can save labor time and costs, while supporting sustainability initiatives. Founded in Germany in 1899, Miele, Inc. is one of the world’s most venerable manufacturers of commercial laundry equipment, with 125 years of experience in the European market and about 41 years in the U.S. market through Princeton, New Jersey-based Miele USA.

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Venice to Charge Entry Fees More Often: “The Experiment Worked”

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Skift Take: After dipping their toes in the waters of tourist management, Venice's officials are now diving in headfirst with entry fees on 54 days next year. Want to do a quick Instagram tour of St. Mark's Square? That'll be €5, grazie mille.

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Hawaii Governor: Fewer Short-Term Rentals, More Climate Resilience and Sports Tourism

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Skift Take: Governor Josh Green sat down with Skift about his vision for Hawaii and Maui's future.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Premium Has a Moment While Airlines Quiet Quit China – Skift Travel Podcast

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Skift Take: Airlines are increasingly placing a heavy emphasis on premium products, and we discuss why in this episode of the Skift Travel Podcast — as well as why some carriers are quietly withdrawing from China.

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Navigating the Skift Aviation Forum Agenda: Your Guide to Sessions and Speakers

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Skift Take: Skift Aviation Forum in Dallas on November 12 will bring together top aviation leaders and industry experts for a day of discussions on trends, innovations, and challenges shaping the future of aviation, featuring keynote sessions, networking opportunities, and a celebration of Airline Weekly's 20th anniversary.

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