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Family left shattered after father dies in his sleep while on a holiday in Thailand
Family left shattered after father dies in his sleep while on a holiday in ThailandFather-of-two died while in ThailandHe was found unresponsive in bedREAD MORE: Australian tourist is killed in a freak accident in ThailandBy ZAK WHEELER, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 12:43, 18 April 2026 | Updated: 12:43, 18 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Sikh pilgrims head home after Vaisakhi festival praising Pakistani hospitality
Indian Sikh pilgrims are returning home after completing their religious visit to Pakistan, carrying positive impressions of hospitality, facilities and interfaith engagement during the Vaisakhi festival and the 327th birth anniversary of the Khalsa. Officials said a total of 2,238 pilgrims arrived on April 10 to participate in religious ceremonies at key gurdwaras, including Gurdwara Janam Asthan Nankana Sahib and Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore. The pilgrims performed rituals and offered specia...
PIA begins pre-Haj operations, to transport over 55,000 pilgrims
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced that its pre-Haj operation will formally commence on April 19, during which more than 55,000 pilgrims will be transported to the Holy Land through 191 flights from across Pakistan. A PIA spokesperson said that under the government scheme, 49,000 pilgrims will travel, while over 6,000 pilgrims through private Haj group operators will also be facilitated via PIA flights. He also noted that the first flight of the Haj operation, PK-747, will depar...
3.1 million seats, 12,000 flights: Saudi transport plan for Hajj pilgrims
Dubai: Saudi Arabia has activated its highest level of readiness across the transport and logistics system ahead of the 1447 Hajj season, mobilising air, land, rail and maritime networks to ensure the safe and seamless movement of millions of pilgrims.The Ministry of Transport and Logistics said the preparations are part of a fully integrated approach linking all modes of transport, aimed at delivering a smooth and secure pilgrimage journey for visitors arriving from around the world.Get up...
When Shreyas Iyer's blinder made Jonty Rhodes feel like grandfather of fielding
When Shreyas Iyers blinder made Jonty Rhodes feel like grandfather of fielding
Global Village to reopen on Monday - Emirates 24|7
Global Village to reopen on Monday Emirates 24|7
I found the perfect Tuscany Hotel for a week of incredible food and wine in Italy
Discover L'Andana, a luxury Tuscan hotel set in a historic Medici villa in the heart of Maremma, Italy, offering Michelin-starred dining, ESPA spa treatments, pasta-making classes, and wine tastings amid stunning countryside views
No flight needed: Zayed International Airport launches Shopping Pass for non-travellers
Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport has launched a new Shopping Pass campaign, allowing UAE residents to access the terminal's facilities without a boarding pass, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative for the capital's aviation landmark. Open exclusively to UAE nationals and residents, the eight-week campaign invites visitors to explore the airport's luxury retail outlets, diverse dining options and entertainment experiences all without the pressure of catching a flight.Visitors are re...
Holiday trip turns tragic in Kerala: 9 killed as van plunges off Valparai cliff in Tamil Nadu
A holiday trip from Kerala turned into tragedy on Friday after a tourist van carrying a 12-member group plunged off a ghat road in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore district, killing nine people and injuring four others.According to media reports, the accident occurred around 5.15 pm (local time) on the Valparai–Pollachi Ghat Road when the vehicle reportedly lost control while negotiating the 13th hairpin bend.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. Police said...
flydubai opens hiring: Salary, perks and travel benefits for cabin crew revealed
Dubai-based airline flydubai has announced new recruitment for its cabin crew team, inviting applications from candidates ready to build a career in aviation and customer service.The airline, which operates a growing network across more than 100 destinations, said the role offers an opportunity to travel the world while representing both the carrier and the city of Dubai.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. A global role in aviation hospitalityAcco...
Air New Zealand invites economy passengers to join mile-high sleep club in world first
Sleep on a long-haul flight in economy class has always been a fantasy for many travellers. Air New Zealand will soon offer a solution that involves climbing into a triple-tier bunk bed wearing special socks. The airline will soon open bookings for four-hour stints in the Skynest sleep pods and says they will be the first lie-flat beds for budget air travellers. Fliers will get cosy with their fellow passengers, however, so crumbs, strong perfumes and bed-sharing are forbidden. The curtained...
'I'm an American living in the UK and 3 big things surprised me about Brits'
'I'm an American living in the UK and 3 big things surprised me about Brits'Andrea Celeste moved from sunny California, US, for life in England and recently shared the three biggest culture shocks she's experienced during her time across the pondCommentsLifestyleChristine Younan Deputy Editor Social Newsdesk03:03, 18 Apr 2026View ImageLife in the UK really differs from the US(Image: Getty Images)A woman revealed what life in the UK is really like after moving from America to...
Japan ditches decades of arm export curbs as US reliability wavers
Japan is set to take another step away from its long-standing limits on arms exports, a move analysts say will strengthen the domestic defence industry, spur innovation, deepen security ties and reduce Tokyo’s reliance on the US at a time when Washington is increasingly seen as a less reliable partner. The Yomiuri newspaper reported on Thursday that revisions to the Three Principles on the Transfer of Defence Equipment and Technology would be approved at a cabinet meeting next week. The changes....
سیبیاس: کمبود جهانی سوخت جت میتواند سفرهای تابستانی را پیچیده کند
شبکه خبری سیبیاس اعلام کرد که کمبود جهانی سوخت جت درنتیجه جنگ ایران «میتواند سفرهای تابستانی را پیچیده کند.» به گفته سیبیاس، برخی از خطوط هوایی تعداد پروازهای خود را کاهش دادهاند.
Summer travel overseas could hit turbulence amid soaring jet fuel prices
The International Energy Agency warned that Europe could be about six weeks from a major shortage of jet fuel due to supply chain disruptions stemming from the conflict in Iran. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Air Canada temporarily suspending some flights to New York City and other locations
Aviation fuel costs remain significantly elevated amid the US and Israel’s ongoing war with IranSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxAir Canada has announced a temporary suspension of flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York’s John F Kennedy airport, citing rising fuel prices.The move comes amid growing concerns that airlines worldwide may scale back services as aviation fuel costs climb in the wake of the US and Israel’s ongoing war with Iran, which...
America 250 events taking place this summer called 'once-in-a-lifetime' travel opportunities
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Americans all over the country are preparing for the major kickoff this summer of a nationwide celebration that's been years in the making.One of the largest celebrations to take place on the East and Gulf Coasts will be Sail250, running May 28 through July 16. International fleets of tall ships and Navy vessels will dock in New Orleans; Norfolk, Virginia; Baltimore, Maryland; New York City and New Jersey; and Boston — bringing parades, tour...
Hajj 2026 Operation Starts from Karachi airport
Must ReadPakistanHajj 2026 Operation Starts from Karachi airportBy Web Desk-Apr 18, 2026KARACHI: The Hajj 2026 operation formally commenced today as pilgrims began arriving at the airport on Saturday night, ARY News reported. The first Hajj flight, operated by a private airline, is scheduled to depart at 3:00 AM. Meanwhile, the immigration process for the pilgrims has already begun. Officials from the Airport Authority, the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Customs, and the Federal Investigation Ag...
Taking train to New Jersey World Cup games? It’ll cost fans $150
World CupTaking train to New Jersey World Cup games? It’ll cost fans $150Gov. Mikie Sherrill said that FIFA put “put zero dollars toward transporting World Cup fans” and that the state would incur $48 million in costs to host eight games.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Fans outside MetLife Stadium in 2025.Robbie Jay Barratt / AMA / Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 17, 2026, 3:25 PM EDTBy Andrew GreifDays after the high cost of World Cup fees became a political foo...
ONMT Steps Up Efforts to Boost Dakhla as a Key Tourism Destination
Rabat – The Moroccan Tourism Office (ONMT) has intensified its efforts to strengthen and accelerate the development of Dakhla as a leading tourism destination. During a field visit to Dakhla, ONMT teams held a series of meetings with the Regional Tourism Council, local operators, and territorial authorities. The goal was to align priorities and activate practical measures to support growth, according to an official statement. At the center of this effort is the ambition to move Dakhla-Oued...