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A spokesperson told Business Insider that the airline will implement a “industrial safety policy” on May 28th. “We will no longer be allowed to use portable charging devices while they are stored in bags or overhead bins,” they added. “For the Southwest, nothing is more important than customer and employee safety.” Since last week, passengers checking in flights on the Southwest app have received a pop-up notification warning about portable charging devices. Reddit users shared screenshots from the app. “If you are using a power bank during a flight, please leave your bag out of sight. Do not charge the…

Umhlathuze is proud to announce the holding of the 3rd Annual Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) 2025, which will be held in the coastal city of Richards Bay. The event is set to serve as a dynamic platform that shines a spotlight on the broader regional reputation as an investment location with transformative infrastructure projects and gateways to Zululand and Maputaland's premier tourist destinations. Located in the heart of Kwazulu-Natal, the city of Umhlathuze offers a unique blend of natural beauty, economic vitality and world-class infrastructure. With its strategic access to major global trade routes and a rapidly diversifying economy,…

British tourists heading to the Canary Islands are warned of suspected fraud, saying the victims added up the six-figure total to them. Almost 70 people have been affected in Yaiza in Lanzaroth.The scam included a travel agent accused of selling fake air tickets. Local media reports that at least 68 people have been confirmed to book with the money paid for holidays and travel. However, tickets for their flight did not arrive.Last week, 12 of the affected people took them to the streets of Lanazaroth to protest. According to Radio Television Canary, the victims were kicked out of 100,000 euros…

“Hello, how are you?” “Are you okay. How are you doing?” These are the usual greetings you'll expect when visiting a new place. However, community reporter Paul McAuley's visit to the seaside town, not too far from where Liverpool lives, offered a rather different welcome, courtesy of local wildlife.Paul began to explain his visit, “Usually, when I visit a new location, when I'm at the top of my to-do list, it's about exploring my surroundings, getting bearings and establishing that I'm familiar with the area – including finding group meeting points if necessary.”Who would have thought that such an appetite…

Since its acquisition by TATA Group about two years ago, Air India has signed 19 codeshare agreements. (AI image) Air India plans to establish more than 10 additional codeshare partnerships this fiscal year with the aim of significantly enhancing connectivity for airlines in North America, Europe and Africa.Since its acquisition by the TATA Group about two years ago, Air India has signed 19 codeshare agreements, but not before. For comparison, Indigo, which holds the position of India's largest airline, maintains around 10 codeshare partnerships.Air India maintains codeshare arrangements with airlines such as Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, United Airlines and Air Canada,…

Wole Shadare (New York) United, one of the largest airlines in the United States. He says he wants to grow more routes in Africa, stressing that one of his desires is to add African cities as part of his growth plan. United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby told Aviation Metric in New York last week. New United Polaris Studio Suites, To provide travelers with a new travel experience with B787-9 aircraft, he said. “We are currently the largest US airline flying to Africa. We are flying to many destinations. We are growing and we are planning to grow and add cities.”…

This week, Smith Stonewalters' global immigration team hopes to highlight recent updates from France, Ireland, Nigeria, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates. France: EU Blue Card Rules have been updated On May 2, 2025, France passed Law No. 2025-391 and updated the EU Blue Card Rules in line with EU Directive 2021/1883. Some of the changes introduced include: •Applicants with at least three years of relevant professional experience in a particular occupation over the past 7 years may currently qualify for the EU Blue Card. Applicable qualifications have not yet been defined by future government ordinances. Other occupations require…

The quaint seaside cafe, said to have “the best garden in the county,” has been highly praised this year despite fears that locals might convert to private residences.Already welcomed as one of the nation's top 20 ocean-dinner days, the small eatery is just a few yards from East Portremas Ferry. You can enjoy a stunning view of the estuary. This is one of the most coveted corners on the UK coastline, with an average home price of £750,000.As is known, the old stable is surrounded by an area known by locals as “millionaires” columns and is owned nearby by celebrities…

School holidays are over, but many moms are not refreshed as they come back from family breaks. In fact, they are more tired than before. For them, family vacations were not a rest. It was nothing more than a transfer of their daily responsibilities. From cooking meals in a self-metalling unit to being cleaned up after sand feet or wet towels, moms sometimes work harder on the weekends than they do at home. Shaun Lamont, managing director of First Group Hotels and Resorts, admits that he only recognizes it after seeing both his mother and wife during his family vacation.…

Drone technology is undoubtedly a stronger tool to help emerging continents deal with socioeconomic and environmental challenges. According to CNBC Africa, the drone industry in Africa could reach $2 billion by 2025. Our story about William Elon, a pioneer entrepreneur who launched Cameroon's first civic drone company, Drone Africa (Algodrone), in 2015, says the sector benefits from sustained advances in unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Drones have gradually revolutionised sectors such as agriculture, including climate change, healthcare through blood and medical equipment delivery, and food security, which challenges the delivery of medical equipment, especially in remote and inland areas without road…