6.2 billion despite the war
In the world of commercial aviation, there are good years and bad years. Then there's Emirates, which seems to operate according to its own rules. The airline posted a record pre-tax profit of $6.2 billion for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, up 7% compared to the previous year, with a pre-tax...
READING TIME: 3 minRobot wolves to scare away bears
Japan is facing an unprecedented wildlife coexistence crisis, pushing the Hokkaido-based company Ohta Seiki to the brink of running out of stock. Faced with the tragic surge in fatal bear attacks on humans last year, municipalities and farmers are turning en masse to a radical technological solution: the Monster Wolf.
READING TIME: 1 minTowards a Swiss-London Rail Line : The Historic Alliance between SBB and Eurostar
The dream of a direct rail link between the Alps and the Thames has taken a decisive step forward with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Swiss Federal Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), SNCF Voyageurs, and Eurostar. This strategic partnership aims to address...
READING TIME: 2 minTragedy and corruption : suicide of the former CEO of SriLankan Airlines
The corruption scandal rocking SriLankan Airlines has taken a dramatic turn with the suicide by hanging of its former CEO, Kapila Chandrasena, who was found dead at his home last Friday, the day after an arrest warrant was issued for him. This sudden...
READING TIME: 2 minWyndham Hotels launches its native ChatGPT application
American giant Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has taken a historic step in the digitization of the hotel industry by launching the first-ever native ChatGPT application for a group in its category. This strategic deployment now allows travelers to explore nearly 8,400 hotels worldwide...
READING TIME: 1 minHospitality in Africa: Egypt at the top
At the start of 2026, the volume of hotel development projects in Africa reached a record high of 675 establishments and 123,846 rooms, representing a remarkable year-on-year increase of 18.6%. This momentum is driven by a booming North Africa, which now accounts for...
READING TIME: 1 minAmansanu, a new ranch in the heart of the Texas Hill Country
The Aman hotel group today announced the launch of Amansanu, a new property nestled in the Texas Hill Country. This is its first ranch-inspired retreat and its sixth location in the United States. Meaning "peaceful summit" in Sanskrit, Amansanu is set within a...
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Towards a Swiss-London Rail Line : The Historic Alliance between SBB and Eurostar
The dream of a direct rail link between the Alps and the Thames has taken a decisive step forward with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Swiss Federal Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), SNCF Voyageurs, and Eurostar. This strategic partnership aims to address...
READING TIME: 2 minImproving train safety in Indonesia: measures to be taken quickly
Greater Jakarta is once again in mourning after a major train disaster that underscores the glaring obsolescence of the infrastructure and the fatal recklessness of many passengers. Last Tuesday evening, a collision of unprecedented violence occurred when an express train traveling from Jakarta...
READING TIME: 2 minSpain revives a familiar fear as the ship carrying the hantavirus approaches
Six years to the day after the first case of Covid-19 appeared in Spain, the Canary Islands are once again plunged into a health crisis with the imminent arrival at the industrial port of Granadilla of a cruise ship affected by a deadly hantavirus outbreak. The toll on board is...
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6.2 billion despite the war
In the world of commercial aviation, there are good years and bad years. Then there's Emirates, which seems to operate according to its own rules. The airline posted a record pre-tax profit of $6.2 billion for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, up 7% compared to the previous year, with a pre-tax...
READING TIME: 3 minWhy is Europe now adopting American kerosene ?
In a context of global energy tension, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has just lifted a historic barrier by authorizing the use of American Jet A kerosene throughout Europe. Until now, the European Jet A1 standard prevailed due to its lower freezing point (-47°C compared to -40°C for...
READING TIME: 2 minInfo from above : Icelandair, Singapore Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa, China Estern Airlines, easyJet, etc.
Both engines shut down and a struggle ensued in the cockpit before a China Eastern Airlines plane crashed into a mountain in 2022, killing all 132 people on board, according to data recently released by U.S. investigators. In response to a request for access to administrative documents, the National...
READING TIME: 4 minWhen a dream cruise turns into a health alert: Caribbean Princess
What was supposed to be a sunny Caribbean getaway turned into a far less idyllic experience for several passengers on the Caribbean Princess. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, U.S. health authorities confirmed a significant norovirus outbreak aboard the Princess Cruises ship. The...
READING TIME: 2 minHow MSC Cruises will conquer Alaska
The Port of Seattle has just kicked off its 2026 cruise season, which is already shaping up to be one of superlatives, solidifying its status as a key hub for Alaska's glaciers with a record 330 scheduled port calls. This year, the port...
READING TIME: 2 minRoyal Caribbean inaugurates its first Royal Beach Club in Santorini
The official opening of the Royal Beach Club Santorini in Greece by Royal Caribbean marks the very first European location for this private club concept. This haven of relaxation, designed to enhance the passenger experience, now welcomes vacationers traveling aboard Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises ships.
READING TIME: 2 minRobot wolves to scare away bears
Japan is facing an unprecedented wildlife coexistence crisis, pushing the Hokkaido-based company Ohta Seiki to the brink of running out of stock. Faced with the tragic surge in fatal bear attacks on humans last year, municipalities and farmers are turning en masse to a radical technological solution: the Monster Wolf.
READING TIME: 1 minSpace Tourism : « Star City », a series not to be missed
Star City is the miniseries that will premiere on Friday, May 29th on Apple TV. It is a spin-off of the fifth season of For All Mankind. For All Mankind is an American science fiction drama television series created by Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert, and Ben Nedivi, and...
READING TIME: 2 minChina and Robots at Intersections in Hangzhou
Imagine this: you’re waiting for the light to turn green, you glance absently toward the intersection, and there… a 6-foot-tall officer in uniform waves at you. Except it’s not a human. It’s Hangxing No. 1, Hangzhou’s police robot, and it’s already watching you with its six high-definition cameras. Welcome to...
READING TIME: 4 minDestination: USA / CANADA The World Cup is coming
Something unusual is happening in North America this spring of 2026. Conversations in cafes revolve around groups, predictions, and teams to watch. Flags are popping up on buildings. Jerseys are flying off the shelves. Soccer, as they say there, is everywhere....
READING TIME: 2 minNairobi court, and the world watches
Some cities have a special connection to sports. Nairobi is one of those cities. Before discussing the meet itself, we must talk about the man after whom it is named: the Kip Keino Classic. Kip Keino was born on January 17, 1940, in the Nandi Hills of Kenya. Orphaned...
READING TIME: 6 minShould we fear the end of cruises?
The health alert triggered in early May involving the expedition ship MV Hondius serves as a reminder of how vulnerable adventure cruises remain to complex health situations when operating in remote areas. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), seven cases linked to a possible hantavirus were identified on...
READING TIME: 4 minHow Vietnam will dominate golf in Asia
The Gulf Coast of Vietnam (VGC) is entering 2026 on a high note, consolidating its status as a leading golf destination in Asia thanks to a perfect synergy between massive infrastructure investments and growing international recognition. This sporting dynamism is part of an exceptional national economic trajectory, with Vietnam exhibiting...
READING TIME: 2 minMajor projects coming in 2026
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a historic turning point for the world of golf, driven by colossal investments and an unprecedented fusion of tradition and cutting-edge technology. The most anticipated event is undoubtedly the 2026 Ryder Cup, which will be held at the magnificent Adare Manor...
READING TIME: 2 minTourism : How Vietnam is still taking the ball back
Of the 197 countries (officially recognized by the UN) with golf courses, the fastest growing market may well be Vietnam. Architects specializing in golf courses are having a field day!! Vietnam will have more than 100 golf courses Vietnam currently has 78 golf courses...
READING TIME: 3 minTragedy and corruption : suicide of the former CEO of SriLankan Airlines
The corruption scandal rocking SriLankan Airlines has taken a dramatic turn with the suicide by hanging of its former CEO, Kapila Chandrasena, who was found dead at his home last Friday, the day after an arrest warrant was issued for him. This sudden...
READING TIME: 2 minFiring an employee to replace them with AI is illegal in China
In a landmark decision that redefines the boundaries between technological progress and social protection, China has just outlawed the practice of firing an employee solely to replace them with artificial intelligence. This new regulation reflects Beijing's desire to stabilize the job market in...
READING TIME: 1 minBTS in Mexico: The National Palace is decked out in purple!
Diplomatic protocol got a fresh, stylish makeover this week in Mexico City. Forget austere summits and dark ties: it was the seven members of “BTS,” the global icons of K-pop, who walked through the doors of the National Palace for a historic meeting with the Mexican presidency. When diplomacy meets...
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