Air travel has certainly changed over time, and an occasion that once mandated dressing smartly has become considerably more casual. 

Recently, Spirit Airlines issued a new dress code for its flight passengers, after several news-making instances regarding customers being removed from flights due to their attire.

Now, customers on Spirit Airlines are subject to being removed from flights if they are "barefoot or inadequately clothed (i.e., see-through clothing; not adequately covered; exposed breasts, buttocks, or other private parts), or whose clothing or article, including body art, is lewd, obscene or offensive in nature." 

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Here are some other rules that airlines have regarding clothing. 

Passengers on Hawaiian Airlines are prohibited from wearing bathing suits, and "clothing must cover the upper part of the torso," says its contract of carriage. 

Shorts are fine, but "speedos and bikini bottoms are not allowed," said Hawaiian Airlines. And bare feet are not OK either.

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"In all cases, clothing must not be lewd, obscene or patently offensive to others," said Hawaiian Airlines. 

Southwest Airlines passengers cannot wear clothes that are "lewd, obscene or patently offensive," and passengers must wear shoes. 

Similarly to Southwest, passengers on United have a pretty loose dress code. 

United Airlines' contract of carriage specifies that passengers must be "properly clothed." 

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Clothing cannot be "lewd, obscene or offensive" as well — and passengers have to wear shoes. 

American Airlines' code of carriage does not specify what is not allowed, but it does say that passengers have to "dress appropriately; bare feet or offensive clothing aren’t allowed." 

Delta's code of carriage does not have a specific dress code.

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It does state that passengers can be removed when their "conduct, attire, hygiene or odor creates an unreasonable risk of offense or annoyance to other passengers." 

Qatar Airways has a dress code for passengers in business class and above, says its website. 

"Depending on your destination, there are different rules and regulations regarding the type of clothing you should wear. The dress code is designed to ensure passengers' comfort and safety while traveling, so it is important to understand the rules before departing," said Qatar Airways. 

This dress code prohibits shorts, sportswear and "overly revealing clothing," and business class passengers should be dressed "smart casual." 

"Passengers should pay attention to the dress code when traveling in business class, as it will ensure their comfort and respect for other passengers," said Qatar Airways.

Privacy is a growing concern, especially regarding location tracking. Google has taken steps to enhance your control over location sharing on your Android, making it simpler for you to manage who can see your whereabouts. Let's dive into this new feature that Google is rolling out and how you can utilize it effectively. (iPhone users, follow these tips)

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Google has introduced a new "Google Location Sharing" toggle that is now integrated directly into the Android settings. This update eliminates the need to navigate through Google Maps to manage your Location Sharing preferences. The new feature is part of the latest updates to Google Play Services and is designed to simplify and enhance your control over location sharing.

Before you toggle this off, let’s take a moment to understand why you might want it on and what happens when you turn it off.

Imagine this: You’re meeting a friend in a busy city, and instead of sending a dozen texts back and forth, they can simply see your real-time location on Google Maps. That’s the power of location sharing. It allows you to share your exact position with specific contacts, along with useful details like your device’s battery level or your estimated arrival time if you’re navigating.

But when location sharing is off, your movements stay private. No one can track where you are, and your personal information is better protected from potential misuse. Apps and services lose access to your location data, which not only boosts your privacy but can also save battery life by cutting down on background tracking.

So, before deciding, think about what fits your needs best: staying connected or staying private.

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The feature is primarily available on Android smartphones, including popular models from brands such as the Google Pixel series (e.g., Pixel 6, Pixel 7), Samsung Galaxy series (e.g., Galaxy S21, Galaxy S23) and other manufacturers that run stock or near-stock Android versions. Certain Android tablets that support the latest versions of the operating system may also have access to this feature. The Location Sharing toggle is part of recent updates to the Android OS, specifically through Google Play Services. You should ensure your devices are running at least Android 12 or later to access this functionality effectively.

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Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer.

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Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer. 

This new feature not only simplifies turning off location sharing but also enhances privacy management by providing transparency about who can track you. You can now feel more secure knowing you have control over your shared information, which is particularly beneficial in situations where privacy is paramount.

Location sharing can be very useful for coordinating meetups, ensuring safety during travel or simply letting loved ones know you've arrived safely. Now, we have shown you how to disable location sharing, but here’s how you can share your real-time location with trusted contacts using Google Maps when Use Location is toggled on.

Remember that people you share your location with can always see:

They may also see other info depending on how you're sharing. Learn more about Location Sharing.

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Google's new "Google Location Sharing" toggle, now integrated into Android settings, simplifies and enhances your control over location sharing. With this feature, Google is striking a balance between convenience and robust privacy management, making it a welcome improvement for Android users.

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A viral post on social media has sparked a heated debate over airplane etiquette and personal boundaries after a passenger admitted to refusing to give up an aisle seat when another traveler requested it.

Posted in the "r/ AITAH" forum on Reddit, the note was titled, "Not giving up my aisle seat on a 15hr flight for an older lady with mobility issues."

The user said he or she was "seated in the aisle seat of the bulkhead row in the middle section. Next to me was an older lady, probably in her 60s" — and the woman got up from the seat.

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"A couple of minutes later, she returned with a flight attendant and asked if I could swap seats with her because she had ‘mobility issues.’"

The Reddit user said that in the seat right next to the woman’s original seat was a heavy passenger who was spilling into the space. 

Assuming the older woman would have had a pre-assigned seat if she did have mobility issues, the user refused to swap seats, as it seemed the woman wanted to switch merely so that she wouldn't need to sit next to a larger passenger.

Fox News Digital reached out to the original Reddit poster for comments.

The "seat switch" refusal had people divided online, with some defending the passenger’s decision and others showing concern for the older woman.

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"She knew she [had] mobility issues and CHOSE not to book a seat that was comfortable for her and thought she would just force someone else out of their assigned seating," commented one user.

Another added, "She just didn’t want to sit beside her seatmate in a middle [seat]. Especially if she was offered another aisle and declined."

"I have to book two seats or fly first class because I have a large frame … Old lady can do the same, she was just being cheap and trying to take your seat," commented a user.

One person suggested, "Just look the flight attendant in the eye. Smile politely. And say, ‘I'll swap seats if my alternative is business class or higher.’" 

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"Former cabin crew here: People with reduced mobility are usually supposed to be seated [at] a window seat for safety reasons," claimed one user.

The same user added, "In case of an emergency, they are the last to get out of the plane to make sure the vast majority of the passengers get evacuated safely."

Another person wrote, "Making her climb around you to get out … It may have looked like [there was] plenty of room, but as we get older our balance and reflexes diminish."

"Airlines need to have a policy where they don't ask people to switch seats for others," stated a user.

The flight passenger updated the post, sharing that the woman in question was given an alternative by the flight attendant. 

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"The flight attendant offered her an aisle seat after I declined to move, but she wanted the extra leg room in the bulkhead row and refused the alternative aisle seat offer," said the poster.

California-based etiquette expert Rosalinda Randall told Fox News Digital that "no one has the obligation to switch their seat."

"The person making the request has no right to expect [this], or make a scene when they don’t get their way," said Randall.

Randall said making a polite request to switch seats is OK, though it may frustrate other passengers. 

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She suggested some nicer ways to pose the request.

"Consider this: You may have more luck if a flight attendant makes the announcement or can offer to buy them a beverage or two, pay for airline extras, pay them cash/transfer funds," suggested Randall.

Randall said there may be some circumstances in which it would be a minor inconvenience to switch. 

"It’s a short flight, you can find a similar seat in another row, or anyone would be an improvement from the passenger [you're currently] sitting next to," said Randall.