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**Airline Implements Safety Measures**

Huge Black Friday deals underway: Etihad and Azerbaijan Airlines are offering hundreds of thousands of discounted tickets to dozens of global 50 destinations; offers are valid unti November 28 for AZAL and November 30 for Etihad

An extensive, city-wide transit disruption is expected in Brussels from November 24-26 due to a strike; the metro, tram, and bus services will be affected, while airport staff walkouts threaten major flight cancellations

At least 72 dead and 13 missing as catastrophic floods and landslides devastate Central and South Central Vietnam, cutting off communities and crippling vital infrastructure

Europe's largest airline group aims to acquire a minority stake in TAP Air Portugal, forging a long-term partnership to bolster Lisbon’s status as a major Atlantic hub and enhance Portugal’s global connectivity

From beach resorts to ski towns, IHG is cutting prices for Travel Tuesday. Members save up to 25% off 6,800 hotels; donations earn a match to support global nutrition efforts

Rivals Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 are the most popular aircraft for global airlines, and also the exclusive aircraft in service with low-cost carriers; last month, Airbus overtook Boeing in the race for the best-selling passenger plane of all time

Emirates' "little sister," Flydubai, announced that as early as next year, Elon Musk's satellite internet service will be offered on all of its aircraft, free of charge; the service will include streaming, video calls, and games

Cyprus signs prestigious agreement in Riyadh to boost sustainability and technology, positioning it as a preferred partner in regional tourism and government collaborations. Deputy Minister of Tourism of Cyprus: “Saudi market is very promising”

Earthquakes have been ongoing in Cyprus for about 48 hours. After two significant tremors, the country recorded weak aftershocks; residents fear a more powerful tremor could come

The warnings take effect on Thursday, November 13, at 6:00 PM and are expected to remain in force until Sunday, November 16, at 11:00 AM

Engineering works close tracks between Hayes & Harlington and the airport; Piccadilly line will operate normally, plan ahead and expect congestion

Chodorov takes the helm of Diesenhaus, succeeding Chani Sobol as of January 2026: "Excited to lead Diesenhaus into its 100th year with our dedicated team, driving innovation and growth"

Update: at least 12 people died due to the engine separating from the wing during takeoff run, initial NTSB findings say. The black boxes have been removed, with data expected to be recovered

On Friday: following concerning safety data, the FAA will impose 10% cuts at 40 airports and curb certain operations to lighten controller load. Affected hubs have not been named, and measures remain under review

Cathay Pacific initiates a buyback of 9.57% of its shares from Qatar Airways, a move that may shift ownership dynamics in Hong Kong. Qatar remains committed to operational partnership within oneworld

Anthony Williams has been charged with 10 counts of attempted murder and possession of a sharp object in connection with a horrific stabbing incident on a train that stopped at Huntingdon station

German authorities detained a 22-year-old Syrian in Neukölln after finding materials linked to an alleged plan for a jihadist-motivated act of violence

Multiple stabbings halt train at Huntingdon: 2 suspects arrested, 10 injured, including 9 in critical condition. UK Prime Minister raises concerns

Due to violent unrest following elections in Tanzania, curfews have been imposed in various regions and internet access is blocked