Ryanair has warned that up to 600 flights a day could be cancelled next week due to planned French air traffic control (ATC) strikes, potentially affecting around 100,000 passengers daily. France’s largest ATC union, SNCTA, has called strikes from 7 to 10 October, reducing capacity across western European airspace. Routes over France — including UK flights to Spain, Italy, and…
“Half of my life is on this app and now they expect us to pay for it.” That line reflects the anger of Snapchat users worldwide. The company’s plan to charge for storing old photos and videos has ignited a storm of criticism and accusations of monetizing personal nostalgia. Users forced to pay for digital memories In September, Snap, the…
New System Replaces Manual Passport StampingAmerican travelers heading to Europe will encounter a different border experience beginning October 12, 2025, when the European Union launches its Entry/Exit System (EES). Instead of receiving inked passport stamps, visitors from outside the bloc will have their details logged digitally. The procedure requires capturing a live facial photo and scanning four fingerprints at airports,…
Opinion
An Indian court has dismissed a case brought by Elon Musk’s platform X. The company argued that a government portal gave officials unchecked powers to censor online content. A single judge of the Karnataka High Court ruled that X’s petition against the Sahyog portal was “without merit”. The full judgement has not yet been released. X has not yet said…
Health
The UK is facing a mounting crisis of youth economic inactivity, according to a stark warning from the Trades Union Congress (TUC). New figures show that more young people are neither working nor studying, raising concerns about lost opportunities, weakened growth, and long-term risks for the economy. Data suggests that the proportion of 16 to 24-year-olds outside the labour market…
Sports
The Robbie Williams biopic, Better Man, has emerged as a major winner at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Awards, taking home nine accolades across multiple categories. The film’s success underscores its critical acclaim and the global appeal of Williams’ life story. Better Man explores the pop star’s journey from childhood to international fame, highlighting his struggles,…
PRS REIT, a prominent British real estate investor, has confirmed that KKR, a global investment firm, is now participating in the sale process of the company. The move highlights growing investor interest in the UK property market and the strategic value of PRS REIT’s portfolio. The announcement follows months of speculation about potential buyers for PRS REIT. KKR’s entry into…
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order that introduces a $100,000 fee for applicants to the H-1B visa programme. The order cites “abuse” of the system and blocks entry unless the sum is paid. Critics argue the H-1B programme weakens American workers’ opportunities. Supporters, including billionaire Elon Musk, say it helps the US attract top global talent. Gold card…
