Greek F-16 fighter jet crash-lands at busy Zakynthos airport
A Hellenic Air Force F-16 fighter jet crash-landed at Zakynthos airport on Thursday after developing a technical fault, according to the BBC.
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Prince Harry’s UK Trip Ends with Legal Setback and No Reconciliation
Prince Harry’s recent U.K. trip ended in legal defeat and no progress on reconciliation with the British royal family, according to The Daily Beast and DerWesten.
Delta Flight ‘Definitely Felt a Big Bang’ from Firework Near Chicago
A Delta Air Lines flight 'definitely felt a big bang' after apparently being struck by fireworks while landing in Chicago on July 4, according to air traffic control audio and the airline. No injuries were reported.
Gunfire and explosions heard at Niger capital’s airport
Gunfire and explosions were heard at Niger's capital airport on Thursday, according to residents and witnesses.
Gunmen attack Niger’s biggest airport for second time in months
Gunmen attacked Niger's largest airport on Thursday morning—the second assault on the facility in less than five months, according to the BBC.
‘A World Cup for them not us’: Fans’ anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
Fans from over a quarter of World Cup participating countries are facing visa restrictions and bans, according to BBC analysis. This has caused frustration among supporters who hope to attend matches in the US.
Diller’s People Bids $18B for MGM Resorts Stake
Media mogul Barry Diller’s People Inc said Monday it had proposed to buy MGM Resorts, valuing the casino operator at over $18bn, according to The Guardian.
Italian Court Rules Hotel Refusing Tap Water Was Lawful
An Italian court has ruled that a five-star hotel was acting lawfully when it refused to provide tap water to a tourist, according to BBC News.
One Dead Being Struck by Frontier Airlines Plane in Colorado
A person has died after jumping an airport perimeter fence in the US state of Colorado and being struck by a Frontier Airlines plane, according to authorities.
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.
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.
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.
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.