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WestJet flight attendants have ended their strike after CUPE 8125 and the airline have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes more pre‑ and post‑flight work and raises pay. The deal will go to a ratification vote; WestJet cancelled hundreds of flights and said about 250,000 travellers were affected over the long weekend.
Southwest Airlines has updated its Customer of Size policy after a period of controversy, returning to a model that allows complimentary seats when available and permitting upfront or post-flight adjustments. The airline says it is reviewing the process to create a more consistent travel experience for customers needing an extra seat.
The Lockerbie bombing case has new developments as U.S. prosecutors disclose evidence prompting defense review; jury selection in Abu Agila Masud Kheir Al-Marimi's trial is postponed with a January start date anticipated. Scottish prosecutors reaffirm their pursuit of justice.
Bloomberg reports several airline moves: American Airlines is adding Philadelphia, New York, Charlotte and Chicago routes to European cities and Japan, while JFK-Tel Aviv and Newark-Luxembourg/Marseille services are expanding. These updates reflect broader network growth from major carriers.
Netanyahu has a brief US visit to address the UN General Assembly. He is not spending the night in the US, cancelling a Texas stop, and flights are being redirected amid security concerns and protests. The ICC warrants and political tensions frame the trip, with protests anticipated in New York.
A federal judge has ordered the White House to suspend President Trump’s ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico while their lawsuit proceeds, after the outlets sued saying their press credentials were revoked without notice. The administration has argued the ban is lawful and raised national security concerns; the court has required a prompt response.
A fiber-optic break and a failed primary circuit at a Philadelphia air-traffic facility have disrupted flights across Newark, LaGuardia, JFK and Philadelphia, causing hundreds of cancellations and delays. Authorities are restoring services while AI tools are tested to improve routing; travel advisories urge passengers to check status."
Ground stops and delays have disrupted flights across Newark, JFK, LaGuardia and Philadelphia after a backup TRACON fiber line was cut during construction. Officials say the primary system failed and a damaged backup fiber worsened the outage. Airlines are rescheduling, while passengers face cancellations and delays citywide.
Qantas has moved to launch direct Sydney–New York and Sydney–London flights under Project Sunrise, with Airbus A350-1000ULRs delivering up to 22 hours of nonstop flying. The airline says the routes will boost earnings and reshape travel, while cabins across all classes are being refreshed for comfort.
Pro-Israel and pro-Palestine demonstrators gather near the UN as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the General Assembly. Arrests occur as protesters block traffic near First Avenue. Celebrities attend or support the protests, while some activists call for halting U.S. funding to Israel.
Netanyahu has addressed the UN General Assembly amid international walkouts and domestic political tension. He frames Gaza actions as defending Israel, while critics accuse him of genocide and war crimes. Protests and heavy international scrutiny accompany the speech.
Airlines including United, American and JetBlue have waived change fees for weekend travel to New York, Boston and nearby airports amid an approaching nor’easter that forecasters say could bring high winds and heavy rain. The move follows an equipment outage that disrupted flights earlier in the week.
Skydance has completed its $111 billion merger, uniting Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. Discovery under one umbrella and creating a media giant that also includes CNN, CBS News, HBO Max and Paramount+. The deal promises a future of unified streaming, cost savings, and potential job impacts across film and news divisions.
Selma Blair has faced accusations of assault on a Delta flight to New York. Her representatives say a medical emergency drove the incident, and they emphasize MS and pseudobulbar affect as factors. Blair has pleaded not guilty to charges and is awaiting further legal steps as the FBI and authorities review the events.
The Home Secretary has announced a public inquiry into the deaths of two worshippers during the Heaton Park synagogue attack on Yom Kippur, with officials noting recent anti‑Jewish violence across Britain. The inquiry will hear sensitive material that could not be addressed in a coroner’s court. The Home Office has also cited a rise in hate crimes against Jews in England and Wales.