16:08
Air India's Mumbai-New York flight made return after bomb threat
An Air India flight from Mumbai to New York returned to Mumbai following a bomb threat on Monday morning.
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10:47
Germany airport strike could affect half a million travellers
Berlin’s airport has cancelled all flights for Monday in anticipation of a labour union strike, which is expected to affect over half a million travellers and disrupt thousands of flights at 11 airports across Germany.
13:06
China’s winter tourism rises with record visitors
China’s winter tourism continues to grow rapidly, with Heilongjiang leading the way by welcoming over 130 million visitors this season.
17:05
Airlines set to cancel most flights to Greece and Germany
Airport workers' strikes in Greece and Germany on February 27 and February 28 push airlines to cancel and modify thousands of flights. Türkiye’s flag carrier, Turkish Airlines, has announced that some flights to be cancelled due to massive strikes.
17:01
Nationwide strike in Belgium hits airports
Belgium’s two largest airports, Brussels Airport and Charleroi Airport, have confirmed that no departing passenger flights will operate on February 13 due to a nationwide strike. Cancellations are also possible on arriving flights. Impacted passengers will be notified by their airline.
13:31
Aeroflot launches direct flights to Vietnam's Nha Trang
Vietnam welcomes Aeroflot’s first-ever direct flights from Moscow to Nha Trang starting in March.
12:45
Iran welcomes tourism professionals from across the world
The Iranian city of Isfahan is preparing to bring together tourism experts from across the world for a landmark event "100 Tour Operators in Half of the World" taking place from 19 to 23 February.
16:59
Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan look to simplify border crossing procedures
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan take a look at simplifying border crossing procedures for residents to boost travel and tourism between two countries.
21:54
Greenland records Tourism surge after Trump attention
Greenland has recorded a significant surge in the number of tourists visiting the country after latest data showed a 14% increase in the number of passengers on international flights arriving in the country alongside a rise in hotel bookings.
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17:36
NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams return to Earth after prolonged mission
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams completed an unexpectedly long 286-day mission on the ISS, returning to Earth aboard a SpaceX capsule after delays caused by technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner.
21:30
European Defense
Sweden's prime minister says that buying US weapons is not a security risk
Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson stated on Thursday that purchasing U.S. weapons does not pose a security risk for his country, but emphasized the need for Europe to reduce its reliance on American defense systems. His comments come amid growing discussions within Europe.
11:48
Chinese scientists
Chinese scientists develop cancer treatment that makes tumors mimic 'pork'
In a groundbreaking study published in Cell on January 18, Chinese researchers have unveiled a novel cancer treatment that ingeniously disguises tumors as pig tissue, triggering the body’s immune system to mount a hyperacute rejection response against the cancer cells.
20:46
Trump - Putin
Trump, Putin agree to Russia-Ukraine energy infrastructure ceasefire for 30 days
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed on Tuesday to a proposal by U.S. President Donald Trump that Russia and Ukraine cease attacking each other's energy infrastructure for 30 days, the Kremlin said following a lengthy phone discussion between the leaders.
13:41
Armenian forces open fire on Azerbaijani positions near Goris
On March 16, at around 09:45, Armenian armed forces opened fire on Azerbaijani positions located in the direction of the Digh settlement in the Goris region, using firearms, according to Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defence.
15:58
Iran, Tajikistan establish visa-free regime for air travel
Tehran and Dushanbe have formalised a landmark agreement to abolish visa requirements for air travel between their capitals, according to an official statement released by the Iranian Embassy in Tajikistan.
12:27
Uzbekistan hires international consultant to develop national tourism strategy
Uzbekistan, with its rich and diverse cultural and natural heritage, strives to turn itself into a one of major tourist destinations. The government has hired an international consultant to tailor a roadmap to make Uzbekistan more attractive for tourists
11:07
AZAL Flights disruptions
Intense fog forces three AZAL flights to divert to Ganja airport
Intense fog at Baku’s Heydar Aliyev International Airport forced three AZAL flights—traveling from Istanbul, Moscow, and Tel Aviv—to be diverted to Ganja International Airport on January13ᵗʰ-14ᵗʰ . The fog caused significant delays, with special flights arranged to transport passengers back to Baku.
12:10
Ghana to allow visa-free travel for all African passport holders
In a landmark move announced by President Akufo-Addo, Ghana has eliminated visa requirements for all African passport holders effective January 1, 2025, becoming the fifth African nation to adopt this open-door policy after Rwanda, Seychelles, The Gambia and Benin.
16:00
Palandöken Ski Resort becomes major Tourist Hub
Türkiye's tourism industry seeks opportunities to diversify its offerings. The country well known for summer resorts now tries to make a name for itself as a unique place to visit during the winter holidays.
01:20
US
US government shutdown could cost travel sector $1 billion per week, disrupt holiday travel
A U.S. government shutdown could cost the travel industry $1 billion per week, disrupt holiday travel, and lead to longer airport wait times, warns the U.S. Travel Association.
17:20
Venezuela's tourism push faces environmental backlash
Venezuela’s tourism projects risk harming fragile ecosystems, including coral reefs and mangroves, amid criticism of inadequate regulations and environmental oversight.
12:43
China Expands Visa-Free Program to Include Japan, Bulgaria, and More Countries
China will expand its visa-free policy to include Japan, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, and other nations from November 30, 2024, to December 31, 2025. The country will also extend the visa-free stay period for all 38 participating countries from 15 to 30 days to boost tourism and trade.
15:08
Egyptian adventurer completes 274-day overland journey to Japan
Cross-country traveller, Omar Nok, is trending on social media after completing an overland journey from Cairo to Japan. He reached his final destination in Tokyo after 247 days, travelling 46,239 kilometres.