CRYSTAL CITY, Virginia: Boeing has made a revised contract offer to the union representing striking machinists, aiming to end a walkout that has stalled airplane production for over a month.  The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) announced that it will hold a ratification vote on October 23 to decide on the new proposal. The updated offer includes a 35 percent pay increas

Boeing makes new offer to union in the hope of ending strike

Boeing makes revised offer, hopes union will accept and end strike

In hope of ending 2-month old strike, Boeing makes new offer to union

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Formula 1 assessed $1 million in total fines to power unit manufacturers Honda and Alpine (Renault) for errors in procedure with FIA engine cost cap rules.

Neither manufacturer was deemed to have exceeded cost cap restrictions but both had documentation issues that earned penalties.

Honda was given a $600,000 fine because its cost cap calculations incorrectly represented exclude

FIA fines Honda, Alpine for engine cost cap breach

CHENGDE, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) -- Situated on the rolling mountains at Luanping County in Chengde City, Hebei Province, the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall stretches out like a colossal dragon weaving through the rugged terrain. In autumn, the landscape here transforms into a picturesque panorama with vivid co

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&copy; Provided by Xinhua A delegation of consular corps and business communities in Hong Kong visits Qingdao port, East China, on Oct. 27, 2024. (Xinhua/Lu Yun)</figcapt

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(241028) -- GUANGZHOU, Oct. 28, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This rendering shows the modular flying car "Land Aircraft Carrier" by XPENG AEROHT, the flying car affiliate of electric vehicle maker XPENG. A pioneering factory for producing flying cars commenced construction on Sunday in Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong Province. TO GO WITH "Flying

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DUBAI, 27th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Dubai Culture has successfully concluded its 'Emirati Creatives in Venice Programme,' aimed at showcasing Emirati talent on the global stage and promoting engagement with prominent art practices at the 60th International Art Exhibition at the Venice Biennale, themed 'Foreigners Everywhere'. Supported by the Sikka Platform, the programme reflects Dubai Culture's commitment to creating 

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(241027) -- TIANJIN, Oct. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A model presents a creation during a fashion show at Jiefang North Road historical and cultural block in north China's Tianjin, Oct. 26, 2024. A fashion show was staged in the century-old Jiefang North Road historical and cultural block Saturday, presenting creations by a Chinese brand and many Chines

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(241027) -- MISSISSAUGA, Oct. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A man looks at a Can-Am all-terrain vehicle during the 2024 Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show in Mississauga, the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, on Oct. 26, 2024. Showcasing hundreds of snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles from major manufacturers worldwide, the annual event 

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(241027) -- MOSCOW, Oct. 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A model presents a creation by a Russian designer during the Volga fashion week in Moscow, Russia, on Oct. 26, 2024. (Photo by Alexander Zemlianichenko Jr/Xinhua)

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The Los Angeles Dodgers will start right-hander Walker Buehler in Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night at Yankee Stadium in New York.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts opted for Buehler against the Yankees instead of going with a bullpen game.

"I think it's just we love Walker in big games," Roberts said of the choice. "The road isn't going to faze him. It also allows him 

Dodgers to start RHP Walker Buehler in Game 3 at New York

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The seventh game of an NHL season is far too early for a team to be approaching must-win territory.

But considering what awaits the New York Islanders in their eighth game, it's a good thing they won Friday night.

The Islanders will look to complete a back-to-back sweep of Eastern Conference contenders on Saturday night when they host the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida 

Islanders ride momentum of OT win into clash vs. Panthers

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MOSCOW, Russia: Russia's central bank has raised its key interest rate to a record 21 percent to curb inflation, which is driven by heavy government spending, especially on military needs.  The increase, announced on October 25, reflects concerns that demand is outpacing Russia's capacity to produce goods and services, pushing up prices and wages.  According to the central bank's statement, inflation is r

Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21% to fight inflation

Military needs force Russian central bank to hike interest rate to 21%

To fight inflation, Russia's central bank raises interest rate to 21%

ZURICH, Switzerland: More than 100 women's soccer players, including former U.S. national team captain Becky Sauerbrunn and Dutch forward Vivianne Miedema, have signed an open letter opposing FIFA's sponsorship deal with Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco.  The deal, which includes sponsorship for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil, has sparked outrage due to Saudi Arabia's poor record on women's and LGBTQ+ rights

Over 100 women's soccer players protest FIFA deal with Aramco

FIFA deal with Aramco for 2027 Women's World Cup leads to protests

Women soccer players protest FIFA deal with Saudi Arabia's Aramco

CAIRO, Egypt: Egypt announced a significant fuel price hike, raising rates by 10 percent to 17 percent, in a move expected to increase the cost of goods and services across the country.  The government said the decision was aimed at closing the gap between the selling prices of petroleum products and their rising production and import costs. The new prices, which took effect immediately, include an increa

Egypt increases fuel prices by 10 to 17%

Egypt announces 10 to 17% rise in fuel prices

10 to 17% increase in fuel prices by Egypt

LOS ANGELES, California: Oil company Phillips 66 has announced plans to shut down its Los Angeles-area refinery by the end of 2025, citing market challenges and uncertainty about its long-term sustainability.  The refinery, which contributes about eight percent of California's refining capacity, is situated near the Port of Los Angeles and has operated for more than a century. Phillips 66 CEO Mark Lashier

Oil company Phillips 66 to shut down Los Angeles-area refinery

Los Angeles refinery of oil company Phillips 66 to shut by 2025 end

Oil company Phillips 66 announces it will shut refinery in Los Angeles

SACRAMENTO, California: In the Democrats' latest battle with the oil industry over energy prices and the impacts of climate change, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law this week to prevent gas prices from spiking. Californians pay the highest rates at the pump in the U.S. due to taxes and environmental regulations. As of October 14, the average price for regular unleaded gas in the state was about US$4

California Governor signs law to prevent gas prices from spiking

Newsom criticizes oil ministry; signs law to stop gas price spike

California battles oil industry, signs law to stop spike in gas prices

DALLAS, Texas: Southwest Airlines has settled a months-long proxy battle with hedge fund Elliott Investment Management by agreeing to overhaul its board of directors.The settlement, announced last week, will see Chairman Gary Kelly and six other current board members step down on November 1 to be replaced by five Elliott-backed candidates and a former Chevron executive.Elliott, led by billionaire financie

Southwest settles proxy fight with hedge fund as Q3 profit shrinks

Southwest board agrees to step down, hedge fund appointees to step in

Southwest settles proxy fight with hedge fund, board to step down

SEATTLE, Washington: Boeing workers continue to strike after rejecting the company's latest contract offer, six weeks into a labor dispute that has halted production of some of the aerospace giant's most profitable aircraft. Union members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) in Seattle voted 64 percent against the proposal, which included a 35 percent pay raise over four yea

No end to Boeing strike as workers reject latest contract proposal

Boeing workers reject latest contract proposal; strike continues

Boeing strike continues as workers reject latest contract proposal

DALLAS, Texas: The U.S. government has fined American Airlines $50 million for mishandling wheelchairs and failing to provide proper assistance to passengers with disabilities over a five-year period.  According to the Transportation Department, these incidents occurred between 2019 and 2023, and in some cases, wheelchair users were injured, although the department did not specify how many. American Airli

American Airlines fined $50 million for mishandling wheelchair users

Mishandling of wheelchair users: American Airlines fined $50 million

$50 million fine to American Airlines for mishandling wheelchair users

HOUSTON, Texas: A helicopter crashed into a radio tower in Houston and burst into flames, killing four of its passengers, officials said. Mayor John Whitmire said at a news conference that the helicopter took off from Ellington Field, about 15 miles away, and went down just before 8 p.m. on October 20 in a neighborhood east of downtown after. He did not know where the helicopter was headed.  No one on the

Helicopter crashes into radio tower in Houston, killing 4

4 aboard helicopter killed as it crashes into Houston radio tower

4 killed as helicopter crashes into Houston radio tower

BLAGNAC, France: Airbus, the European aerospace giant, announced on October 16 that it plans to lay off 2,500 employees to turn around its struggling defense and space division.  The layoffs come amid ongoing challenges in the sector, including supply chain disruptions, rapidly evolving warfare technologies, and rising costs. The company also indicated that additional organizational changes would be imple

Airbus to lay off 2,500 to turn around space and defense division

Airbus to fire 2,500 workers to streamline space, defense division

To revamp space and defense division, Airbus to sack 2,500 workers

DUBLIN, Ireland: The Irish High Court has ruled that EasyGroup Ltd and EasyGroup IP Ireland Ltd, companies linked to the EasyJet brand, cannot sue Easy Forex Trading Limited and its parent company, Blue Capital Markets Ltd, in Ireland over the use of the word "Easy" in their business name. EasyGroup had claimed that Easy Forex's use of "Easy" in its name infringed on its intellectual property rights and sought a

EasyJet firms can't sue Cyprus firm in Ireland using 'easy' in title

EasyJet loses case against Cyprus firm in Ireland court on use of name

Ireland court throws out EasyJet suit against Cyprus firm on name use

CRYSTAL CITY, Virginia: Boeing is preparing to issue layoff notices to thousands of employees amid deepening turmoil.  According to union and industry sources, the first notices are expected in the coming weeks. This follows Boeing's recent announcement to cut 17,000 jobs and take US$5 billion in charges, marking another tumultuous chapter for the company in 2024. Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie 

Boeing is in turmoil as it prepares to fire thousands of workers

Boeing to fire thousands of workers as strike shows no signs of ending

Boeing prepares layoff notices for many workers as turmoil deepens

DUBLIN, Ireland: Ryanair has announced plans to shift more flights to Belfast International Airport if the current passenger cap at Dublin Airport remains in place.  The airline's Chief Marketing Officer, Dara Brady, described Belfast as the "closest viable alternative" if Dublin's 32 million annual passenger limit is not lifted. Brady indicated that Ryanair would also explore options at other Irish airpo

Ryanair to move more flights to Belfast if Dublin passenger cap stays

Ryanair to shift more flights to Belfast to beat Dublin passenger cap

To bypass Dublin passenger cap, Ryanair to shift flights to Belfast

DUBLIN, Ireland: Nearly 18 million passengers passed through Dublin and Cork Airports in the first half of 2024, reflecting strong growth in both airports.  Dublin Airport saw a five percent increase in passenger traffic from January to June, while Cork Airport experienced an 11 percent rise, making it the fastest-growing airport in the country. The DAA group, which operates both airports, reported revenu

Dublin, Cork airports saw 18 million passengers in first half of 2024

Two airports in Ireland had 18 million footfalls in first half of 2024

In first half of 2024, Dublin, Cork airports saw 18 million passengers

CANBERRA, Australia: A helicopter crash that claimed the life of a pilot on the roof of an Australian hotel in Cairns two months ago was caused by the pilot being under the influence of alcohol, as well as his lack of qualifications to fly at night, according to an official investigation. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) released its final report, concluding that Blake Wilson, a 23-year-old New Zeal

Helicopter pilot who crashed onto Australian hotel roof was drunk

Helicopter pilot was drunk when he crashed into Australian hotel

Pilot who crashed helicopter into Australian hotel was inebriated

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - Etihad Airways, the UAE's national airline, has announced strong traffic figures for September 2024, marking a successful end to the summer holiday season. The airline welcomed 1.6 million passengers during the month, achieving an impressive average passenger load factor of 88 percent. Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways, highlighted the company's upward trajectory. "Our pas

13.6m passengers have flown with Etihad so far this year

UAE airline running at 87 percent passenger capacity in 2024

Significant passenger growth for Etihad last month

ATLANTA, Georgia: Delta Air Lines' third-quarter profit dropped to US$971 million, a 26 percent decline compared to last year, as the airline grappled with a global technology outage that caused widespread flight cancellations and signaled a potential slowdown in air travel demand.  The technology failure in July, which grounded 7,000 flights, cost the airline approximately $500 million in losses. Despite

Delta's Q3 profits fell below $1 billion after global tech outage

Due to global tech outage, Delta's Q3 profit suffered a 26% decline

Cancellations after global tech outage send Delta's Q3 profit down

ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2024 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met today with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi.During the meeting, Their Highnesses exchanged greetings with the Majlis attendees and engaged in cordial conversations, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bi

UAE President, Mohammed bin Rashid discuss national development

ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2024 (WAM) - Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, announced the launch of flights to Al Alamein (DBB), the gateway to Egypt's stunning northern coast with the Mediterranean, and within reach of the historic city of Alexandria.The route debuts in July 2025, providing guests with nonstop access to the Al Sahel region, home to some of Egypt's most vibrant, burge

Etihad Airways announces new flights to Al Alamein, Egypt

ABU DHABI, 29th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Sanad, the global aerospace engineering and leasing solutions leader wholly owned by Abu Dhabi's sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company PJSC (Mubadala), has entered into a new five-year partnership with <a href="https://www.lionair.co.id/en/about-us/our-story#:~:text=Lion%20Air%20is%20a%20subsidiary,expansive%20route%20network%20acro

Sanad partners with Indonesia's largest airline Lion Air strengthening East Asian market presence

DUBAI, 29th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Emirates has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Vietnam Airlines and VietJet, aimed at strengthening connectivity and offering more travel choices between Dubai and its Vietnamese gateways Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.The MoUs were signed on the sidelines of the Vietnam - UAE Business Forum, held at the Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah hotel in Dubai on Monday. Adnan Kaz

Emirates signs strategic MoUs with Vietnam Airlines, VietJet

DUBAI, 29th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Emirates has relaunched its daily service between Adelaide and Dubai, flying a Boeing 777-200LR between both cities. The reinstated service offers passengers over 4,200 weekly seats between Dubai and the South Australian capital.The Boeing 777-200LR aircraft offers 302 seats across two cabins, 38 Business Class seats set in a 2-2-2 configuration, and 264 seats in Economy Class.

Emirates returns to Adelaide with daily service

BEIRUT, 28th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Two relief planes from the UAE as part of the "UAE stands with Lebanon" campaign landed in Beirut airport, with one of them carrying a contribution for the women of Lebanon from the 'Mother of the Nation' Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union and President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Fa

Two more UAE relief planes land in Beirut, carrying, among other supplies, a contribution for Lebanese mothers from 'Mother of the Nation'

SHARJAH, 27th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Sharjah Airport and Air Arabia celebrated the launch of the first direct flight from Sharjah to the Maldives on 27th October 2024, marking a new milestone for Sharjah's position in the international travel and tourism sectors. The inaugural ceremony for the flight was attended by Hassaan Waheed, Deputy Ambassador of the Republic of Maldives to the UAE, alongside officials and direct

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