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Woman who left very tall brother in economy class while she took first class was not wrong: Reddit users
A woman on Reddit who says she was alienated and given the cold shoulder by her family after she accepted a free first-class upgrade on a vacation did nothing wrong, Reddit users said, weighing in on her drama.
Reddit user “Abbyissostupid” told Reddit’s “Am I the A–hole” (AITA) subreddit about her dilemma in a post on Friday, April 26, titled, “AITA for not letting my 6’6″ brother have the free first-class upgrade the airline gave me on our 12-hour flight?”
In the post, the woman said she’s currently on a family trip in Hawaii to celebrate her father’s recent retirement, and that he paid for the entire family to attend.
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“There are six of us but my brother and I live in the same part of the country,” she said — so the two of them were on the same flight to Hawaii.
“I guess it’s relevant to say I am 5’1″ and my brother is 6’6,” she wrote.
A frequent traveler for work, she said she has “quite a bit of status with the airline for which my dad bought our tickets.”
A woman said her family was angry with her after she accepted a free upgrade to first class while leaving her much taller brother behind in coach. (iStock)
As she and her brother were boarding the plane, she was approached by a flight attendant and told that a spot in first class had become available.
The flight attendant “whispered that they had a first-class passenger not show up, and they needed the coach seat to accommodate a standby passenger,” said Abbyissostupid.
“She said I had by far the most status of anyone on the plane, so they were willing to move me to first class for free.”
“I had a nice flight.”
The woman happily accepted the upgrade, she said, and “took it in a heartbeat.”
“I told my brother I’d see him in 12 hours and let me know if he wanted any food or drink and I grabbed my stuff and moved,” she said.
“Needless to say, I had a nice flight.”
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Her brother, however, was quite upset that she did not give him the upgrade instead, as he is much taller and presumably could’ve used the extra legroom to be more comfortable.
After the plane landed, her brother refused to speak to her for the entire ride to their hotel, she said — and then told her family that she had been upgraded.
The woman and her family were on a trip to Hawaii celebrating her father’s retirement. Her father, she said, paid for the entire trip. (iStock)
“We had a nice hello with the rest of the family, but after I got down from my shower my mom took me aside and said what I did ‘was awful,’” said Abbyissostupid.
Confused, the woman said she asked her mother what she was talking about — “and she said that I should have given my brother the seat.”
The Reddit writer added, “I thought that would be the end of it, but all five of my siblings and my parents are upset with me and the vacation is off to a very rough start,” she said.
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Her siblings even told their children to avoid her for not being a loyal family member, the woman said.
“My sister said, ‘No, they only like to play with people who give a s— about their family — what were you thinking?’” wrote Abbyissostupid.
When the woman pointed out that her brother never even asked for an upgrade, the sister replied that he should not have had to — and that she should have automatically given her brother the upgrade for his comfort.
The woman’s much taller brother spent the flight in coach, where he was apparently very uncomfortable during the trip. (iStock)
“I’ve been by myself since brunch and not having much fun. AITA?” asked Abbyissostupid of others on Reddit.
In an update to the post after others had commented, Abbyissostupid added that her family is still angry at her, but to varying degrees — and that she’s been spending time instead with a friend who lives in Hawaii.
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“So my vacation will be great no matter what,” said Abbyissostupid. “But reading your comments really gave me confidence to not give a crap (or try to at least!). Thank you.”
Fox News Digital reached out to Abbyissostupid for further updates — and to a relationship expert for advice on the topic.
‘People make poor decisions all the time’
Dr. Kathy Nickerson, PhD, a clinical psychologist based in California, said in an email to Fox News Digital on Saturday afternoon, “It would have been nice for the [Reddit writer] to give her brother the upgrade because coach is far less comfortable for someone who is 6’6″ than 5’1″. However, I can understand that since the flight attendant whispered in her ear, [the woman] might have thought she needed to be discreet and not offer it to her brother.”
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Nickerson added, “If we could go back in time, I would have whispered in [the woman’s] ear: ‘Are you OK here? I know it is not first class, but can you deal with this and let your brother go instead? Seems like he’s pretty uncomfortable.’”
“The best thing to do is apologize to her brother and express understanding to her family.”
She also said it would have been “a thoughtful, loving, kind gesture” for the woman to offer the first-class seat to her brother.
Said Nickerson, “Now that it is done, the best thing to do is apologize to her brother and express understanding to her family. It’s reasonable for everyone to feel the way they do; it’s not so reasonable to ruin the family vacation because of it.”
A stewardess for a British airline claims first-class passengers pay the flight attendants for sex. (iStock)
She noted that in her experience, “People make poor decisions all the time. People can be selfish and thoughtless sometimes. Everyone deserves compassion and a chance to make amends. Having everyone in the family berate and criticize the [woman] is not helpful.”
Rather, she said, “it creates an emotionally unsafe environment, which only encourages more harmful behavior.”
Nickerson said she’d advise “a family meeting, where they can apologize for the hurtful choices, all around — and express some understanding for the others’ feelings and agree to do better next time, then move on. Let’s forgive each other, learn from this and enjoy our trip.”
Most commenters on Reddit, however, had a very different point of view.
On the AITA subreddit, people can reply to posts and indicate the poster is “NTA” (“Not the A–hole”), “YTA” (“You’re the A–hole”), “NAH” (“No A–holes Here”) or “ESH” (“Everyone Sucks Here”).
Users can “upvote” responses they think are helpful and “downvote” ones that are not.
Reddit users largely assured the woman that she did not do anything wrong by accepting the upgrade to first class for herself — and that her family was blowing things out of proportion. (iStock)
Most users said that the woman was “NTA” for taking the upgrade — and that the airline likely would not have allowed her to give it to her brother, even if she wanted to, they said.
“Had something happen to me years ago on Air Canada. Vancouver to Toronto red eye. Flying with adult daughter and got tagged for upgrade,” said Reddit user “BetAlternative8397” in the top-upvoted comment.
The user continued, “I asked about letting her fly upfront instead and was told the seat is only available to the status holder. I was exhausted from a week working away, so I took it,” the person added.
“No reason you should have turned it down.”
The same individual noted, “No one shamed me for it” and said that Abbyissostupid’s brother was rude and jealous.
“NTA, but you sure have a family of them,” said Reddit user “Fearless_Ad1685” in another top comment.
“Your status got you the offer. If you declined it, it wouldn’t have gone to your brother anyway,” Fearless_Ad1685 continued.
“No reason you should have turned it down just to stay in coach with your brother.”
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Division Street’s Ducks of a Feather (DOAF) is back again with another epic Nike sneaker collaboration. This time, DOAF is teaming up with Flight Club, the original sneaker consignment store, to drop the limited edition DOAF x Nike GT Future “Metallic Nova.”
This is a bold new take that reimagines Oregon’s legendary aesthetic through a cutting-edge, forward-thinking lens. It draws inspiration from the unmistakable sheen of the mallard duck and the evolution of Oregon’s iconic uniform finishes. Below is a detailed look and breakdown of the fashion-forward hoop shoes.
Shopping Information
The DOAF x Nike GT Future “Metallic Nova” will be released exclusively at Flight Club New York on Saturday, May 9. No pricing was mentioned in the press release. However, each pair is individually numbered, with only 300 pairs produced worldwide.
Like all initiatives from Division Street’s Ducks of a Feather brand, proceeds generated from the DOAF x Nike GT Future “Metallic Nova” will benefit participating University of Oregon student-athletes.
“Metallic Nova” Colorway Details
The silhouette sports in a striking metallic green and gold with a mesmerizing shifting finish that captures the iridescence of the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic waterfowl. The design showcases sophisticated technical details, including tinted rubber on the outsole and synthetic suede accents that provide tactile contrast.
Rooted in Oregon’s signature green and yellow palette, the colorway blends tradition with next-generation design. The result is a statement piece that honors the past while pushing boldly into the future — where nature, performance, and the evolution of sport converge.
Nike GT Future Tech Specs
Like every other colorway of the Nike GT Future, the tech specs include a full-length Air Zoom Strobel and a responsive forefoot Air Zoom, packed in Cushlon 3.0 foam.
Meanwhile, the molded upper blends lightweight foam with a dynamic synthetic skin. The aggressive rubber outsole provides the foundation of the performance basketball shoe. But these sneakers look so good, you have to wear them off the court.
Ducks of a Feather
At least once a season, DOAF puts its iconic Oregon Ducks-inspired spin on some of Nike’s most popular sneakers. So, it is only fitting that the brand applies a futuristic aesthetic to Nike’s most cutting-edge basketball shoe.
The execution was flawless. The colorway channels liquid-metal textures and iridescent surfaces that shift with light and movement, creating a dynamic expression of innovation and pride.
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SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Supreme Court will hear a series of legal challenges to a new law the legislature passed creating a special panel of judges to hear lawsuits against the state.
On Wednesday, the state’s top court said it would hear arguments in September from the League of Women Voters and Mormon Women for Ethical Government, who are suing the Utah State Legislature for overriding Proposition 4, the independent redistricting citizen ballot initiative that voters approved in 2018. The League and MWEG allege that the Utah State Legislature improperly overrode Prop. 4 and passed a congressional map that was gerrymandered to favor Republicans.
The Court then added lawsuits brought by Planned Parenthood, which is suing the state over the legislature’s near-total abortion ban; and a group of teens suing the Utah Division of Oil, Gas & Mining over climate change. All three challenge the legislature’s creation of a special three-judge panel to hear lawsuits against the state over laws the Utah State Legislature passes.
A lower court sided with the League and MWEG and imposed the map we have now, which creates a more competitive district in Democrat-leaning Salt Lake County. The Utah Supreme Court has also weighed in on appeals challenging the power of citizen intiatives, rulings that have angered the legislature.
The plaintiffs argue it violates Utah’s constitution.
“The Legislature did not limit this power to newly filed cases but rather has exercised it in cases that have been pending for years, including this case. There are no topical limits to this power. The government has the sole and standardless power to invoke it for entirely arbitrary reasons. Worse yet, the Legislature purported to make the government’s decision to transfer a case to a three-judge panel exempt from judicial review, even as it usurped judicial power through legislation. None of this is constitutional,” League and MWEG attorney Troy Booher wrote in the petition.
That new law has been the subject of numerous appeals from high-profile lawsuits in the state that found themselves moved to face a three-judge panel. The Court earlier this year signaled it was interested in taking up the issue, asking for briefing from parties involved in lawsuits over state policies on climate change and abortion rights.
Justices Diana Hagen and John Nielsen have recused themselves from the redistricting case. Justice Hagen disclosed she had renewed friendships with attorneys who happened to be involved in the case, while Justice Nielsen had done work for the Utah Republican Party in the case.
Washington
A WWII-era gift, historic speech and more highlights from King Charles’ visit to Washington, D.C.
King Charles gifted President Trump a British World War II relic with his name on it, delivered rousing remarks to Congress, and cracked quite a few historical jokes during his state visit to Washington, D.C., alongside Queen Camilla
Here are some of the standout moments and photos from their visit:
Charles gifts Trump WWII-era submarine bell
The king presented Mr. Trump with an original bell that once hung aboard the HMS Trump, a British submarine used during World War II. The bell bore an inscription that read “Trump 1944.”
In remarks at the dinner, Charles focused on the relationship between the U.K. and U.S. that has grown over the 250 years since America declared independence from Britain. He praised America’s “audacious and visionary act of self-determination” when it broke from the British Empire and said he was there “to renew an indispensable alliance.”
“Our people have fought and fallen together in defense of the values we cherish,” the king said.
Charles also cracked a few historical jokes. In one, he referenced the ballroom Mr. Trump is looking to build on the grounds of the White House after the demolition of the East Wing.
“I cannot help noticing readjustments to the East Wing. I’m sorry to say that we British, of course, made our own small attempt at real estate development in the White House in 1814,” the king quipped.
State dinner guests included justices, tech leaders
Tuesday’s state dinner was a highly anticipated event on the British monarchs’ travel itinerary, with a formal dress code and a guest list including a roster of tech industry giants, business moguls and government leaders.
On the list, released by first lady Melania Trump’s office, were the Supreme Court’s six conservative justices, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook and Paramount CEO David Ellison, among others. (Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News.)
Administration officials in attendance included Vice President JD Vance, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Three of the president’s children, Eric, Ivanka and Tiffany, were also there with their spouses.
At the dinner, Charles referenced previous comments by Mr. Trump aimed at European allies he claims are not paying their fair share on defense.
“You recently commented, Mr. President, that if it were not for the United States, European countries would be speaking German,” the British monarch said, adding: “Dare I say that, if it wasn’t for us, you’d be speaking French.”
Charles addressed Congress
The king became the first British monarch in more than three decades to address Congress, when he delivered a speech Tuesday before a joint meeting at the U.S. Capitol. He and Camilla received a standing ovation from a packed House chamber when they arrived.
“America’s words carry weight and meaning, as they have since independence. The actions of this great nation matter even more. President Lincoln understood this so well, with his reflection in the magisterial Gettysburg Address that the world may little note what we say, but will never forget what we do,” the king said in his speech, which lasted almost 30 minutes.
“And so, to the United States of America, on your 250th birthday, let our two countries rededicate ourselves to each other in the selfless service of our peoples and of all the peoples of the world.”
Charles’ congressional remarks also included some levity. He kicked off the speech with a joke: “And for all of that time, our destinies as Nations have been interlinked. As Oscar Wilde said, ‘We really have everything in common with America nowadays except, of course, language!’”
A military flyover and cannon salute at welcome ceremony
Charles and Camilla were welcomed to the White House with an arrival ceremony on the South Lawn, which included a military flyover and cannon salute.
Mr. Trump delivered remarks at the ceremony, sharing that his late mother “loved” the royal family and referencing the “special relationship” between the U.S. and U.K.
“That understanding of our nation’s unique bond and role in history is the essence of our special relationship,” the president said. “And we hope it will always remain that way.”
Oval Office meeting
After finishing his remarks at the arrival ceremony, Mr. Trump, the first lady and the British royals observed a military procession and then entered the White House for talks that were closed to members of the press.
The president and the king entered the Oval Office just before noon, with the first lady and the queen following behind. Mr. Trump and Charles held a bilateral meeting, which the president later called “really good.”
“It was a really good meeting. He’s a fantastic person. They’re incredible people and it’s a real honor,” he said.
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