Ebony News

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Ebony News is an airport newsstand and convenience retail shop located at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, offering travelers magazines, snacks, drinks, travel essentials, and souvenirs.

East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
hudsongroup.com
Owned by Hudson (a subsidiary of Avolta AG)

About Ebony News

Ebony News is a branded airport news and gift shop concept located at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in Birmingham, Alabama, with an address of 5900 Messer Airport Highway, the main airport terminal location. It functions as a travel retail store, selling newspapers and magazines, books, snacks, beverages, travel-sized toiletries, electronics accessories, and local souvenirs to passengers passing through the terminal. The store format and product mix are typical of modern airport newsstands operated under the broader Hudson travel retail portfolio, which runs news, gift, and convenience shops in airports across North America.

A charge from “Ebony news st1165” on a card statement is most likely a one-time in-person purchase made while traveling through Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, such as buying snacks, drinks, reading material, or last‑minute travel items before a flight or during a connection. Smaller card amounts often correspond to individual food and beverage items or a couple of magazines, while larger totals may reflect bundled purchases like souvenirs, headphones, or multiple higher-priced convenience items. Occasionally, travelers may see a pending charge or small variation in the final amount due to card network pre‑authorizations or tips being added after the initial transaction is authorized.

If someone does not recognize a charge from Ebony News, they should first think back to any recent trips through Birmingham, Alabama, and whether they bought anything at an airport newsstand or convenience shop during that timeframe. Receipts are usually provided at the point of sale; checking email or paper receipts from the travel date can help confirm the purchase. For detailed questions, customers can contact the airport’s concessions or customer service office, or Hudson’s corporate customer service channel listed on the Hudson website, providing the date, approximate time, and amount of the transaction so the store can locate the specific sale. If the transaction still appears suspicious after checking with the retailer and travel records, cardholders should reach out to their card issuer to dispute or block the charge.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from "Ebony news st1165" on my card statement?

This descriptor refers to a purchase made at the Ebony News newsstand/convenience shop located at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in Birmingham, Alabama. The number suffix (such as ST1165) typically identifies the specific store or terminal location. The charge most often reflects snacks, drinks, reading material, or travel essentials purchased in person while you were at the airport.

What types of items does Ebony News typically sell and what are common charge amounts?

Ebony News generally sells newspapers, magazines, books, bottled drinks, packaged snacks, candy, travel-sized toiletries, phone accessories, and airport souvenirs. Common transactions can range from a few dollars for a single drink or snack to $20–$60 or more if you buy multiple magazines, gifts, or higher‑priced items like headphones or portable chargers.

Can Ebony News set up subscriptions or recurring charges?

No, Ebony News operates as an airport newsstand and convenience retailer and does not normally establish ongoing subscriptions or memberships. Charges are almost always one‑time, in‑store transactions tied to a specific date and time. If you see multiple separate charges on different days, they likely correspond to distinct visits or purchases while traveling.

Why is my Ebony News purchase still showing as pending?

Airport retailers sometimes place an initial authorization hold for an estimated amount when a card is swiped or tapped. The final amount, including any added items or tip (if applicable), is captured a short time later. During this period, your banking app may show a pending or slightly different amount. This should update automatically once the transaction is fully settled by your card network.

How can I get a copy of my receipt from Ebony News?

If you need a receipt, start by checking any paper receipts you received at the store or email receipts if you used a digital wallet that saves them. If you can’t find it, contact the airport’s concessions management or Hudson’s customer service via the contact information provided on hudsongroup.com, and provide the purchase date, approximate time, total amount, and the last four digits of your card so they can search their point‑of‑sale records.

What should I do if I don’t recognize an Ebony News charge?

First, review your recent travel to confirm whether you passed through Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport around the transaction date and may have made a quick purchase you’ve forgotten. If it still doesn’t ring a bell, call the customer service number on the back of your card to ask for additional transaction details. You can also reach out to the airport or Hudson customer service to see if they can identify the sale. If you continue to believe it’s fraudulent, your card issuer can help you dispute the transaction and, if needed, replace your card.

Can I get a refund or exchange for something I bought at Ebony News?

Refunds and exchanges at Ebony News follow standard airport retail policies operated by Hudson. Generally, unopened non‑perishable items with a valid receipt can be considered for return or exchange within a short period after purchase, while perishable food, beverages, and some personal items are typically non‑returnable. To request a refund, bring the item and receipt back to the store if you are still at the airport, or contact Hudson’s customer service with full purchase details to ask about your options.

How can I contact someone about a problem with my Ebony News charge?

You can contact Hudson’s corporate customer service through the contact or customer service sections of hudsongroup.com, or reach out to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport’s concessions or customer service office. Have your transaction date, amount, and card’s last four digits available so they can quickly look up the charge and help resolve any billing or product issues.

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