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SPIRIT AIRLINES SHUTS DOWN AFTER 34 YEARS

Spirit Airlines ceased operations Saturday morning, citing fuel costs driven by geopolitical tensions. The ultra-low-cost carrier canceled all flights and directed passengers away from airports.

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