Airlines cut 13,000 flights in May as jet fuel prices soar
Airlines canceled 13,000 flights in May as jet fuel prices more than doubled since the start of the war, removing nearly two million seats from the market, according to BBC and The Guardian.
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Jon Jackson Retirement Send: Emotional Farewell After Spirit Cuts Flight
Retiring Spirit Airlines pilot Jon Jackson received an emotional send-off from Southwest Airlines after his final flight was canceled due to Spirit's sudden shutdown. According to a Facebook post from Southwest, the gesture included a water cannon salute and a bottle of bubbly.
Spirit Airlines shutdown: First major US airline collapse in 25 years
Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down Saturday, marking the first time in 25 years a major U.S. airline has gone out of business due to financial trouble. All flights were canceled, and passengers were left scrambling for alternatives.
Goodwood Races Abandoned, Auto Event Marred by 2000hp Crash
Six races were held at Goodwood before heavy rain forced the abandonment of the final two races, sparking frustration among fans and punters. Meanwhile, an electric hypercar crashed during a hill climb event at the same festival.
French PM’s Baguette Trip Fuels Holiday Row
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu visited a village bakery to buy several baguettes on Labour Day, reigniting a row with unions who argue that 1 May should remain a compulsory rest day, according to the BBC.
New Zealand Airlines Introduces Sleep Pods in Economy Class
Air New Zealand will introduce Economy Skynest sleep pods in November 2026, offering economy and premium passengers limited access to rest areas during long-haul flights, according to Spiegel and Expreso.
Charlize Theron’s Topless Look at ‘Apex’ Premiere
Charlize Theron turned heads at the premiere of 'Apex' by wearing a Dior blazer with nothing underneath, according to AOL.com. The film, set to premiere on Netflix on April 24, 2026, showcases her as an action star and fashion icon.
200 Tourists Trapped in Rio Police Gunfight with Favela Gang
Around 200 tourists were trapped on a hilltop in Rio de Janeiro during a police gunfight with a favela gang, according to local media.
Bahamian Jail: Man’s Wife Disappears During Boat Trip
A U.S. man is in Bahamian jail after his wife disappeared during a boat trip in the Atlantic waters, according to The Guardian.
Anna’s House to Open in Flint After Building Closure
The city of Flint has condemned an apartment building on North Saginaw Street and ordered all tenants to leave by Saturday, paving the way for the new Anna's House restaurant to open in its place.
Artemis Crew Returning Earth with Lunar Data, 248,655 Miles Record
The Artemis II crew is set to return to Earth with valuable data and 'all the good stuff' from their lunar mission, according to the BBC. Their spacecraft, Orion, set a record for human travel at 248,655 miles.
Artemis II Mission Sets New Distance Record for Humans
NASA's Artemis II mission has set a new record for the farthest distance traveled by humans, reaching 248,655 miles from Earth on April 6, according to NASA.
Stork Warning: Woman Gives Birth Midair on Jamaica-to-New York Flight
A woman gave birth midair during a flight from Jamaica to New York, adding a newborn to the passenger count and raising questions about the infant’s citizenship, according to Caribbean Airlines.
Artemis II Crew Break Distance Record on Lunar Flyby
Artemis II's four astronauts have set a new record for the farthest distance humans have traveled from Earth, according to the BBC, after a dramatic lunar flyby.
Artemis II Breaks Lunar Distance Record with 406,773km Journey
On Monday, April 6, 2026, NASA's Artemis II mission is set to break the record for the farthest distance humans have travelled from Earth, according to Al Jazeera.