Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Travel & Hospitality

US traveller quarantine move comes at worst possible time for UAE, Gulf airlines

US traveller: (Dubai): New travel restrictions in the US – the world's biggest aviation market – will deal a major blow to airlines, especially those in the UAE. The US is the latest to announce tougher travel restrictions to control...

Big News For Travellers: Qatar Airways is hiring in UAE as flights resume

Dubai: Qatar Airways, the country’s flagship carrier, is looking for a ‘Senior Airport Services Agent’ in Dubai, according to the company’s job posting on Linkedin. “Following the announcement of flights resumption to Dubai, UAE and in preparation for our operations...

Sriwijaya Air crash: Indonesia probing whether faulty system contributed to crash

Sriwijaya Air crash: Indonesia probing whether faulty system contributed to crash JAKARTA: Indonesia's air accident investigator is probing whether a problem with the autothrottle system, that controls engine power automatically, contributed to the Sriwijaya Air crash on Jan. 9 that...

Etihad to operate daily Doha flights from February 15

Dubai: Etihad Airways will re-commence passenger flights from Abu Dhabi to Doha starting from February 15, 2021. The service will operate daily using an Airbus A320 and a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. “With ties between the UAE and Qatar restored, the restarting...

Bahrain’s Gulf Air could soon launch flights to Ras Al Khaimah Airport

Dubai: Bahrain's Gulf Air could start flights to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, following an agreement signed with the airport operator to explore potential services between Bahrain and the emirate. "We are always keen to explore ways to enhance the...

Fly Dubai-Karachi from Dh1,055 as Emirates brings out special rates

Dubai: A ticket to Karachi starts at Dh1,055 and to Istanbul from Dh1,605 as Emirates brings out special rates on these routes to stoke demand. A ticket to Cairo can be had at Dh1,695 as part of the new...

Transport: More than 3,300 public transport riders, taxi drivers fined during sweeping inspections in Dubai

Dubai: Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has registered 3,303 offences in over 100 places in Dubai during an inspection campaign covering passenger transport activities, it revealed on Sunday. The campaign is part of RTA’s drive to verify the compliance of...

Tourists flock to Dubai to safely enjoy winter without COVID-19 lockdowns

Dubai: As much of the world tightens lockdowns to stem coronavirus, Dubai has flung its doors open, branding itself as a sunny, quarantine-free escape. While mask-wearing and social distancing are strictly enforced, life in the tourism-reliant emirate looks much like...

Big News: Emirates suspends flights to major Australian cities

Dubai: Emirates has suspended flights to Australia's three largest cities due to operational reasons. "Due to operational reasons, Emirates flights to/from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne will be suspended until further notice," Emirates said on its website. Emirates’ last flights to/from these...

Transport News: All the options cheaper than a taxi in Dubai

Taxi in Dubai (Dubai): It takes some thinking on your feet and adept time management, but if you put your mind to it, navigating the city of Dubai does not need to rake up your transport bills. Dubai’s Roads...

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Trump hints at possible Iran strike as regional tensions rise, US forces mobilize

Four tankers caught fire after hitting mines near the Strait of Hormuz, while the US prepares additional air defenses in Israel. Trump signals readiness for a strike despite unresolved negotiations with Tehran.

Democrats Near House Majority, Eye Senate Gains in 2026 Midterms

Projections give Democrats control of the House and put them within striking distance of the Senate. Key wins in South Carolina and North Carolina highlight a widening Democratic wave.

Indian entrepreneur clinches $1 million Dubai Duty Free prize after 25‑year streak

Govidan Nair, a 62‑year‑old Indian textile owner living in Dubai, secured a $1 million prize in the Millennium Millionaire Series 562 after 25 years of participation. Another Indian winner took home a Harley‑Davidson in the accompanying draw.

Two Everest‑Region Helicopters Collide, One Tourist Killed and Three Injured

A mid‑morning collision between two private helicopters at Pheriche helipad in Nepal’s Solukhumbu district left one Indian tourist dead and three people injured. Authorities are investigating the accident as the trekking season peaks.

Iran Sets Seven Preconditions for US War Exit, Offers Quick Hormuz Reopening

Iran has presented seven core conditions it says must be satisfied before any cease‑fire with the United States can be finalized. Tehran also pledged to lift the Hormuz closure in just 48 hours once its demands are fulfilled.