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The alleged disruptor apologised as she was being taken out of the plane and then said: “We live in a fascist country”. An American Airlines plane from Arizona to Washington DC had to make an emergency diversion to Kansas to remove a “disruptive” passenger. Four Congressmen Greg Stanton (D), Eli Crane (R), Andy Biggs (R)…

The Dubai Airshow 2025, happening from 17–21 November, showcases innovations shaping aviation’s sustainable future/Image: Dubai Airshow Website Dubai Airports, in collaboration with dnata, flydubai, and more than 30 industry partners, is set to debut the aviation world’s first Sustainability Showcase at Dubai Airshow 2025. The initiative highlights how innovation, collaboration, and advanced technology can transform…

Mohammed Mishal, a 19-year-old Kerala teen, died in Dubai after falling while photographing airplanes/Image: Facebook Mohammed Mishal, a young photography enthusiast from Kozhikode, Kerala, lost his life after falling from the terrace of a building in Deira, Dubai, on Friday, November 7. The accident occurred while he was attempting to capture close-up shots of airplanes,…

UAE launches first private astronaut training centre 2025 / Image source: File A new private human spaceflight training centre is set to open in the UAE, the region’s first licensed private facility focused on astronaut readiness, space medicine and analogue mission simulations. The project is a public-private push to build local capability, create specialist jobs…

Muhammad Yunus (ANI image) Bangladesh’s interim chief adviser Muhammad Yunus on Thursday announced that Dhaka will hold a national referendum on implementing the landmark “July Charter” for state reform on the same day as its parliamentary elections in February 2026. The charter, drafted following last year’s deadly student-led uprising, aims to reshape the country’s political…

Saif Khamis Al Rumaithi’s grand Abu Dhabi wedding that took over social media / Image credit: File It began as a family celebration – a proud father hosting his son’s wedding, but within hours, Saif Khamis Al Rumaithi’s grand Abu Dhabi reception became the talk of Emirati social media. Videos from the evening, glittering chandeliers,…

The discovery of comet C/2025 V1 (Borisov) has sparked intense global interest among astronomers and space enthusiasts. Found in early November 2025, the comet’s peculiar orbit and chemical makeup have raised questions about whether it is a visitor from beyond the Solar System or a distant traveller returning after millions of years. Scientists believe studying…

The UAE just made Digital Dirham equal to paper money / Image source: File The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) announced a landmark financial ruling this week, confirming the Digital Dirham has been officially designated as full legal tender, placing the nation’s e-currency entirely par with physical cash. Issued under the authority of the…

Dubai’s Emirates Airlines and Dubai Land Department partnered with Crypto.com to enable cryptocurrency payments for flights and real estate. Dubai’s vision of a crypto-integrated economy Dubai is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities in adopting digital technologies, with cryptocurrency taking a prominent place. Known for its innovation, tax efficiency, and investor-friendly…

The eligible airlines for the Saudi stopover visa are Saudia Airlines and Flynas and : Travelers must register and book their Umrah or Ziyarah appointments via the Nusuk.sa platform ahead of time Saudi Arabia is now offering a convenient and cost-effective way for international travelers, including GCC residents, to perform Umrah during layovers in the…