EASA publishes Annual Safety Review 2025

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published the Annual Safety Review (ASR) 2025, which provides a comprehensive analysis of aviation safety in 2024 and compares it with trends from the past decade. The report supports the European Safety Risk Management (SRM) process and is a key input to the European Plan for Aviation Safety (EPAS). […]

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Transport for Wales Launches £1 Rail Fare Promotion Across South East Wales

CARDIFF — Transport for Wales (TfW) has introduced a limited-time £1 fare promotion for Pay As You Go (PAYG) rail customers, allowing travel between any of its 95 enabled stations in South East Wales from 19 to 28 August 2025. The offer applies exclusively to single journeys made using TfW’s contactless PAYG system, which has […]

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Louisiana Road Trip Itinerary: From NOLA to the Bayou

Louisiana is a state best explored by the open road on a road trip adventure. From the vibrant streets of New Orleans to the quiet charm of Natchitoches, this road trip itinerary takes you through five distinct regions in Louisiana, each offering a unique slice of the state’s rich cultural and culinary heritage. Whether you’re […]

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Historic Vicksburg, Mississippi: Best Things to Do, Eat and See

Vicksburg is a great town to start your Mississippi Delta road trip adventure. Start your Mississippi road trip adventure by crossing the iconic Vicksburg Bridge, which stretches across the mighty Mississippi River, connecting Delta, Louisiana, to the historic town of Vicksburg, Mississippi. As soon as you hit Vicksburg soil, you’re stepping into a rich tapestry […]

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WH Davis Secures €44 Million Contract to Supply Freight Wagons for Irish Rail

Dublin, Ireland — Independent British railway wagon manufacturer WH Davis has been awarded a €44 million export contract to supply 150 freight wagons to Iarnród Éireann, the operator of Ireland’s national rail network. The deal marks a significant milestone in Ireland’s rail freight expansion strategy and represents WH Davis’s return to international exports after two […]

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✈️ Qantas Fined $58 Million for Unlawful Pandemic Layoffs of 1,800 Workers

SYDNEY, August 18, 2025 — Qantas Airways, Australia’s flagship carrier, has been fined A$90 million (US$58.64 million) by the Federal Court for illegally terminating 1,800 ground staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ruling marks one of the largest corporate penalties ever imposed under Australia’s workplace laws. ⚖️ Court Ruling and Penalty Breakdown Federal Court Justice […]

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✈️ Air Canada Strike Continues Despite Federal Back-to-Work Order

Toronto, Canada — August 18, 2025 More than 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants remain on strike, defying a federal back-to-work order issued by the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) over the weekend. The ongoing labor dispute has disrupted hundreds of flights and stranded tens of thousands of passengers across the country. Government Intervention and Legal […]

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✈️ Budapest Airport Celebrates 65 Years of Austrian Airlines Service to the Hungarian Capital

Budapest, August 8, 2025 — Budapest Airport, a proud member of the VINCI Airports network, has marked a major aviation milestone as Austrian Airlines celebrates 65 years of continuous service between Vienna and Budapest. Since its inaugural flight to Hungary in 1960, the Austrian flag carrier has played a pivotal role in connecting Central Europe […]

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North Carolina: Hiking, Nature Trails and Outdoor Adventures

Join me as I head out on a North Carolina outdoor adventure across the state over a week. North Carolina is full of outdoor opportunities, from exploring the East to checking out the Outer Banks. Or like I did, heading West and exploring the national forest area and the Blue Ridge Parkway. If you’re interested, […]

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