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Dubai airports are transforming shopping into luxury experiences, blending retail, culture, and automation to attract travelers. Meanwhile, North American airports see rising satisfaction scores due to facility upgrades and local culture integration, despite ongoing congestion issues. The shift aims to make airports destinations in their own right.
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Major US airports, including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark, have refused to display a political video from Kristi Noem at TSA checkpoints. The video criticizes Democrats over the government shutdown and claims TSA staff are working unpaid. The airports cite policies against partisan content, escalating tensions over political messaging in public spaces.
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British Airways and other carriers are expanding in-flight Wi-Fi using Starlink satellites. BA will equip over 500 aircraft with low-lag internet, enhancing passenger experience. The move is part of a broader industry shift towards long-haul narrowbody flights and premium cabins, with industry-wide adoption expected to grow.
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The FAA has ordered flight reductions at 40 major US airports due to staffing shortages caused by the ongoing government shutdown. Over 7,900 flights have been canceled since last week, with delays expected to increase as staffing issues persist and winter weather impacts travel. The shutdown continues to affect air traffic control operations nationwide.