Sri Lankan opposition lawmaker Namal Rajapaksa, the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been arrested in connection with a long-running investigation into a controversial aircraft procurement deal involving SriLankan Airlines.

Cathay Pacific (CX) has cancelled all passenger flights to and from Dubai (DXB) and Riyadh (RUH) through November 30, 2026, as escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to affect regional air services.

Skytrax’s airport hotel awards are based on guest surveys covering factors such as the overall hotel experience, access to and from the airport, reception service, staff friendliness, room and bathroom cleanliness, quality of sleep, in-room amenities, leisure facilities, food, restaurant service, and value for money.

Trump plans to fly Qatar-gifted Boeing jet to Ireland after security upgrades raised questions over presidential aircraft protection.

Global Airlines continues to face financial and legal pressure as a winding-up petition filed on May 29, 2026, moves through the UK courts.