Kenya is facing a backlash over the visa-free entry policy introduced for all foreigners this month, with some terming it “hectic”. President William Ruto announced the policy last month to…
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USA: Chaos as FAA grounds Boeing 737 Max 9 aeroplanes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has temporarily grounded some Boeing 737 Max 9 airplanes used by US airlines after a section of an Alaska Airlines flight ripped away midair. The…
Sweden: Snow chaos leaves 1,000 vehicles trapped on main E22 road
People who got trapped in 1,000 vehicles in heavy snow for more than 24 hours have been evacuated, Swedish authorities say. Rescuers worked through the night to free people stuck…
Japan: Jet crashes and catches fire killing 5
Passengers dashed to the emergency exits of a burning Japan Airlines jet without their hand luggage, in compliance with the flight crew’s instructions. Leaving their valuables behind was a “major…
France: British mother and son killed in avalanche
A British woman and her 22-year-old son have been killed in an avalanche while skiing in France. The mother, 54, and son, who have not been named, had been skiing…
Italy: Venice to ban large tourist groups and loudspeakers
Venice is to ban loudspeakers and tourist groups of more than 25 people, in a bid to ease the impact of mass tourism on the Italian city. The new rules…
USA: Boeing urges 737 Max inspections for possible loose bolt
Boeing is urging airlines to inspect its 737 Max airplanes for a possible loose bolt in rudder control systems. The airplane maker called for the inspections after an international operator…
France: Plane stowaway in serious condition
A man has been taken to intensive care after he was found in the undercarriage of a plane that flew from Algeria to France, French authorities said. The man was…
Nepal: Plane crash caused by pilots mistakenly cutting power – report
A plane crash in Nepal that killed 72 people, including two infants, was most probably the result of its pilots mistakenly cutting the power, said a report by government-appointed investigators.…
France: Eiffel Tower staff strike on centenary of creator’s death
The Eiffel Tower in Paris closed to the public on Wednesday because of a strike by staff. Employees were protesting about the way the Tower was being managed, France’s powerful…