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Germany's Lufthansa Group has completed its long-awaited acquisition of Italian airline ITA Airlines, with the acquisition of two-fifths of the company's shares confirmed on January 17th. ITA joins Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines and Brussels Airlines as the fifth network airline of the Lufthansa Group. Lufthansa Group announced that the capital increase of 325 million euros ($334 million) has been approved by the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance, which will maintain a 59% stake in ITA. The remaining 41% stake in ITA was transferred to Lufthansa Group. Approval of the partnership follows months of investigation into the…

More than 40 Pakistanis are feared to have drowned after their boat capsized off West Africa's Atlantic coast, a key jumping off point for migrants heading to Europe, PTI reported. Millions of people migrate to Europe every year, the vast majority using legal and formal means. (Image image) The tragedy came a day after a similar incident near Morocco left at least 50 people dead, including several Pakistanis, according to migrant rights group Walking Borders. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the ill-fated ship was carrying around 80 Pakistanis and other nationalities when it capsized on January 2 as it approached…

Amidst all the recent headlines about airline accidents overseas and some issues at home, it's easy to forget that commercial air travel is safer than ever.Indeed, 2024 was the worst year for aviation safety since 2018. The main reason for this was the high number of deaths caused by certain accidents. Jeju Air Flight 737 crashed in Muan, South Korea on December 29, killing 179 of the 181 people on board. The accident is currently under investigation, and the high casualty rate is likely due to an unusual combination of factors, so experts caution against drawing blanket conclusions based on…

Ghana's President John Mahama has appointed Zifa Abla Gomasieh as Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts. Mr Gomasie, who is currently the MP for Ketu South, brings significant experience to the role, having previously served as deputy minister in the Mahama government during its early years. Her appointment will require scrutiny and approval by Congress. Once appointed, Mr. Gomashie will oversee Ghana's growing tourism and creative arts sector, which has gained momentum in recent years through initiatives such as the Year of Return and Beyond Return. These programs have positioned Ghana as a premier destination for cultural heritage tourism,…

New Delhi: The United States will introduce significant changes to the H-1B visa program starting Friday, January 17th. The latest regulations to allow highly skilled workers to remain in the United States based on their employment status will be one of the final immigration policy reforms brought into law. President Joe Biden's outgoing administration.The H-1B visa program, which has helped attract global talent, will undergo a series of updates designed to modernize its framework and address current issues.The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) states on its website: “The H-1B Final Rule modernizes the H-1B program by streamlining the approval…

Whether you're traveling for leisure or business, you might find it hard to believe that hotels are in the business of sleeping. An uncomfortable bed, noisy air conditioning, slamming doors, and noise from guests upstairs can make it difficult to get a good night's rest while you're away from home.Dr. Rebecca Robbins, assistant professor at Harvard Medical School and associate scientist at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, knows the importance of sleep. Her research aims to encourage behavioral changes to improve sleep and circadian health, so it was no surprise that she was interested in the hotel experience.In a…

South Korean investigators found traces of bird feathers and blood in both engines. Jeju Air Aircraft crashed in South Korea in December 2024. early discoveries Investigators from the Korean Air and Rail Accident Investigation Board (항공・철도사고조사위원회, ARAIB) found bird feathers and blood in both engines of the plane, Reuters reported, citing sources. I told you. boeing 737-800 It crashed at Muan International Airport (MWX). Previous reports had suggested that the bird strike was the beginning of a chain of events that ultimately led to the attempted landing at the airport, including the discovery of feathers and blood on one of…

12 marathons worth running in 2025.Nicholas Tucat/AFP/Getty Images If you're still holding on to your New Year's resolutions, congratulations! We've already made it through the second Friday of January, also known as No Smoking Day. And for those who have vowed to run a marathon in 2025, there's still plenty of time to choose one that's as picturesque as it is painful. The editors of Forbes Travel Guide have compiled a list of amazing races around the world, with breathtaking views along challenging routes. For added motivation, FTG also provides a list of luxury hotels near the 42.2-mile course. Here…

The first Airbus A380 from UK-based startup Global Airlines has departed from Dresden, where it is undergoing heavy maintenance, and arrived in the Portuguese city of Beja. The jet has been stored at the EFW facility since early October last year after initial maintenance in Prestwick, Scotland. The Maltese-registered A380, previously delivered to China Southern Airlines, emerged from EFW with partial Global Airlines livery, such as the aircraft title and vertical tail logo, but the former operator's livery The elements of the scheme are retained. The plane took off from Dresden's Runway 22 just after noon on January 17, reaching…

Proudly delivering and promoting world standards of sustainability in hospitality and tourism in Cape Town Pullman Cape Town is proud to announce that it has achieved the esteemed Green Key Certification for Sustainability, a testament to the hotel's unwavering commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Willie Williams, Accor Sales and Marketing Area Director, said: “This achievement demonstrates the hard work and dedication of the entire hotel team, including the Sustainability Committee, which is comprised of representatives from every department within the hotel. This committee, with support from Mr. Casada, , has contributed to the implementation and promotion of sustainable practices…