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Passengers departing from some U.S. airports may soon be able to leave their shoes on at security checkpoints — whether they have TSA PreCheck access or not. The Transportation Security Administration is beginning to phase out its long-standing policy that required most travelers to remove their shoes for security screening, multiple outlets reported, citing sources briefed on the matter. The change would reportedly begin at a select number of airports. The TSA has not officially announced the change. Asked by TPG on Monday, a spokesperson did not confirm — or deny — a shift on the agency’s shoes-off policy is in the works, noting that it’s “always exploring new and innovative ways to enhance the passenger experience and our strong security posture.” “Any potential updates to our security process will be issued through official channels,” the agency added. Read more: We went through security at airports across the country on Day 1 of Real ID: What you can expect The TSA has required most passengers to remove their shoes for screening since August 2006, as a way to better screen for explosives. Concerns about the security threat of passenger footwear largely date back to a 2001 failed terror plot by

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American Express is once again flexing its muscle as the leader in credit card-branded airport lounges with yet another new location coming soon. This time, it’s Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which will soon be home to a Centurion Lounge. Amex announced on Tuesday that it would open its 29th Centurion Lounge between Concourses E and F at AMS in 2026. The more you know: The best time to book flights for the cheapest airfare The issuer teased that the space will feature a Dutch-inspired design with art from local artists, along with floor-to-ceiling windows and locally inspired food and beverage options. In fact, Amex will offer a specially designed coffee bar that plays to the importance of coffee in Dutch culture and social gatherings. The issuer shared just one rendering of the new space, and from the looks of it, the outpost should feel quite premium and airy. AMERICAN EXPRESS Unfortunately, the lounge will only measure 6,000 square feet, making it not only one of the smallest in the network but also likely one of the busiest. After all, AMS is the fourth-busiest airport in Europe. This represents Amex’s second European location (after London), and it should be great news