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AIR MILES Is Gone. Here's What Actually Earns You Travel Now

  If you've been holding onto a Air Miles card waiting to redeem for a flight, the program you signed up for doesn't exist anymore — and the cards that replaced it aren't the best game in town. If you searched "best AIR MILES credit card" and landed here, there's something you need to know first: there is no such thing anymore. AIR MILES, the loyalty program that's been part of Canadian wallets since 1992, officially became BMO Blue Rewards on June 2, 2026. BMO had already stopped issuing new AIR MILES cards back in January, and every collector's Miles converted automatically into Blue Points at a rate of roughly 1 Air Mile to 15.79 Blue Points — no action needed, no lost value. That's good news if you're a longtime collector sitting on a pile of Miles. It's less good news if you were hoping to earn free flights that way going forward, because Blue Rewards was built to compete with PC Optimum and Scene+ — grocery, gas, and everyday spendi...

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Foiled Plot to Attack Taylor Swift Concerts in Vienna: Suspects Planned Mass Casualties

In a chilling turn of events, authorities in Austria have thwarted a plot to attack Taylor Swift’s upcoming Eras Tour shows in Vienna. The prime suspect, a 19-year-old Austrian with North Macedonian roots, confessed to planning a suicide attack. His horrifying intentions included not only taking his own life but also causing mass casualties among concertgoers using knives and explosive devices.

The suspect had downloaded bomb-building manuals and was found in possession of hydrogen peroxide, homemade explosives, detonators, and detonator cables at his apartment. Interior Minister Gerhard Karner emphasized that a tragedy was prevented thanks to the authorities’ intervention.

Additionally, a second suspect, a 17-year-old Austrian citizen with Turkish and Croatian roots, had Islamic State and al Qaeda material at their home. A third suspect, a 15-year-old Austrian national with Turkish roots, is currently being questioned by authorities.

The cancellations of three sold-out concerts devastated Swifties worldwide, many of whom had invested significant resources in travel and lodging for the now-canceled shows.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and security measures at large-scale events. Thankfully, authorities acted swiftly to prevent a potential tragedy, ensuring the safety of concert attendees and the community at large.

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