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A drunk 31-year-old passenger on a British Airways flight from Heathrow to Las Vegas caused a violent disturbance, repeatedly confronting other travelers as crew intervened; the aircraft returned to Heathrow and the man was arrested on suspicion of being drunk onboard.
Experts say wearing contact lenses on short flights is usually fine if your eyes are healthy, but longer trips expose eyes to dry cabin air and reduced oxygen, raising risks like discomfort, irritation, corneal micro-tears or infection and, rarely, temporary vision loss—especially if you sleep with lenses. If you wear lenses while traveling, practice good hygiene (wash hands, use fresh solution, avoid tap water, use proper cases), use artificial tears, replace lenses as needed, and bring a backup pair of glasses. For extended travel or persistent dryness, switch to glasses and avoid transferring contact solution to other containers.
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport resumed commercial flights on Saturday for the first time since Iran’s war with the US and Israel began, with flights to Istanbul, Saudi Arabia and Oman listed as part of a phased reopening after a Pakistan-brokered cease-fire that has extended this week.
With the Iran conflict driving up flight costs and tightening availability, travel experts advise booking early (international flights 2–5 months out, domestic 3–6 weeks), staying flexible on dates and destinations, and using smart tactics like midweek departures, cheaper hub routes, and splitting trips into separate legs. Traveling light helps avoid rising baggage fees, and redeeming airline miles or credit card rewards can offset costs. Tools such as Skyscanner’s Explore Everywhere can reveal cheaper options, while a longer but cheaper long-haul via a hub or train connections may save money. In short: plan ahead, keep options open, and maximize rewards to weather rising airfare.
A powerful late-winter storm swept the eastern US, dropping heavy snow and driving strong winds that led to thousands of flight cancellations and delays (about 4,763 cancellations and 9,112 delays, per FlightAware). FAA ground stops hit major hubs and security staffing issues tied to a partial government shutdown compounded the disruption, as TSA workers await back pay. Airports from New York to Atlanta saw longer security lines and travelers were urged to arrive earlier than usual, with warnings of severe weather and potential tornadoes affecting up to 200 million people across the region.
Delta is canceling flights at MSP and other Midwest hubs ahead of a major weekend snowstorm, offering automatic rebooking and flexible options for affected travelers, while Southwest and Sun Country announce waivers or refunds as disruptions mount and travelers face long lines.
Israeli tourism to Azerbaijan jumped 139% in 2025 from 2024, with Israelis spending about 184 million NIS ($59 million). Officials attribute the rise to long-standing ties and expanded flights, including plans to double weekly Ben-Gurion–Baku flights from 14 to 28, as Baku markets itself as a safe, diverse destination beyond the capital.
A major winter storm disrupted U.S. air travel on Monday, with more than 4,000 flights canceled and over 8,000 delayed as the Northeast bore the brunt; Boston Logan reported about 60% of departures canceled, and New York-area airports were heavily affected, while airlines offered waivers and flexible rebooking to stranded passengers.
KLM has canceled 124 flights due to snow and cold weather disruptions at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, with ongoing cancellations and delays expected as de-icing and weather conditions impact operations.
U.S. airspace over parts of the Caribbean near Venezuela has been effectively closed following President Trump's strikes in Venezuela, leading to numerous flight cancellations and schedule adjustments by major airlines, with the situation still evolving as authorities monitor the airspace restrictions.
New York City experienced its heaviest snowfall in nearly four years, with over 4 inches in Central Park and up to 9 inches in the metropolitan region, causing flight disruptions and marking a significant weather event since early 2022.
Over 1,000 flights were canceled or delayed nationwide on a busy travel day due to a winter storm and a software issue affecting Airbus A320 aircraft, with Los Angeles International Airport experiencing significant disruptions amid expected high travel volumes.
Cyber Monday 2025 offers a wide range of travel deals including discounted flights, hotel stays, all-inclusive resorts, and travel packages from major providers like JetBlue, Hilton, and Skyscanner, with many deals ending tonight, making it a prime opportunity for travelers to save on their next trip.
Over 850 flights were canceled in the US early Wednesday, mainly from Chicago, Denver, and Atlanta, amid ongoing chaos at airports due to a federal government shutdown and capacity limits at major airports, with additional delays reported.
Over 1,500 flights were canceled across the US on Monday due to FAA capacity limits at major airports, with ongoing travel disruptions expected to continue into Tuesday amid a federal government shutdown.