Experts react to TSA allowing small knives on planes
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A new policy by the Transportation Security Administration taking effect April 25 allows passengers to carry small knives, souvenir baseball bats, golf clubs and other sports equipment.
Good Day NY spoke with former pilot J.P. Tristani and airline industry expert Bill Fife about the changes.
"The bottom line, I'm more concerned with bombs and liquids ... the things that can really bring down a plane," said Fife.
Unions representing flight attendants say the items are still dangerous in the hands of the wrong passengers.
"It's dumb," said Tristani.
The policy change was based on a recommendation from an internal TSA working group, which decided the items represented no real danger, said David Castelveter, a spokesman for the agency.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:46:33 GMT
June 19 is National Dine Out Day. Restaurants and vendors across the country are contributing a percentage of their revenues for the day to the NJ Relief Fund to benefit Superstorm Sandy victims.
June 19 is National Dine Out Day. Restaurants and vendors across the country are contributing a percentage of their revenues for the day to the NJ Relief Fund to benefit Superstorm Sandy victims.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:40 AM EDT2013-06-19 14:40:31 GMT
One of her fellow contestants drew a blank when asked a question, but Erin Brady of Connecticut hit it right out of the park at the Miss USA 2013 contest. The newly crowned beauty queen graced the set of GDNY on Wednesday.
One of her fellow contestants drew a blank when asked a question, but Erin Brady of Connecticut hit it right out of the park at the Miss USA 2013 contest. The newly crowned beauty queen graced the set of GDNY on Wednesday.
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New mom Vanessa Lachey is starring in the upcoming FOX TV show, 'Dads,' airing Tuesdays at 8 p.m. starting in the fall. Despite a busy schedule, he's taking time out to promote the Everyday Effect campaign in New York City on Wednesday. Pop-up beauty, grooming, oral care, home and pet care services using P&G products will be provided throughout the day.
New mom Vanessa Lachey is starring in the upcoming FOX TV show, 'Dads,' airing Tuesdays at 8 p.m. starting in the fall. Despite a busy schedule, he's taking time out to promote the Everyday Effect campaign in New York City on Wednesday. Pop-up beauty, grooming, oral care, home and pet care services using P&G products will be provided throughout the day.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:51 AM EDT2013-06-19 11:51:52 GMT
You can watch a LIVE taping of the X Factor auditions at Nassau Coliseum on June 19-21. Judges Simon Cowell, Demi Lovato, Kelly Rowland and Paulina Rubio will be on hand. Tickets are free.
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Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:07 AM EDT2013-06-19 10:07:22 GMT
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Nearly 3 million New Yorkers' homes are now in evacuation zones that cover more than a third of the city's population, under new maps released Tuesday.
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The competitive streak between Rosanna and Greg continues. This time, the Good Day duo faced off in a comedy challenge. The competition was fierce especially with mentors Linda Smith lending Ro a hand, and Colin Quinn helping Greg hone his routine. In the end, it was Rosanna who was the overall favorite.
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Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:59 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:59:58 GMT
Famed dancer Savion Glover is taking tap dancing to new heights with a show at the Joyce Theater. Glover and members of the ensemble hit the floor with a preview for Good Day NY.
Famed dancer Savion Glover is taking tap dancing to new heights with a show at the Joyce Theater. Glover and members of the ensemble hit the floor with a preview for Good Day NY.
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A familiar face at the most important fashion shows in the world is behind a new book all about the little black dress. Andre Leon Talley, Editor In-Chief, Numero Russia, and former creative director of Vogue gave GDNY a closer look at "Little Black Dress."
A familiar face at the most important fashion shows in the world is behind a new book all about the little black dress. Andre Leon Talley, Editor In-Chief, Numero Russia, and former creative director of Vogue gave GDNY a closer look at "Little Black Dress."
