The UK Home Office is investigating a significant asylum fraud scheme where migrants are allegedly coached by lawyers to make false claims, including feigning homosexuality or domestic abuse, to secure residency. Authorities are cracking down on these practices and threatening deportation for fraudulent claimants.
British Airways announced on Thursday that it will reduce the number of flights to the Middle East upon the resumption of services, will permanently remove Jeddah from its list of destinations, and will increase capacity on...
Hundreds of British Airways passengers were left stranded for days in freezing St. John's, Newfoundland, after an emergency flight diversion. Passengers criticized the airline for a lack of communication and assistance during the ordeal.
British Airways is offering financial incentives to pilots to reduce fuel consumption, a measure taken by airlines globally as the US-Iran war drives up jet fuel prices.
A 60-year-old woman died an hour into a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to Heathrow, and her body was subsequently stored in the plane's heated galley, leading to a 'bad smell' upon arrival.
A passenger who died on a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to London was allegedly stored in a heated galley for 13 hours, with reports of a 'foul smell'.
A British Airways pilot has been accused of secretly filming intimate encounters with at least 16 women, including other airline employees, and then sharing these videos without their consent.
Canceled flights to Dubai and Doha are shown on the flight information display at Hong Kong International Airport on March 2.
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Travelers flying with airlines like TUI, British Airways, and Ryanair to or from the UK are warned about a little-known rule that could result in the confiscation of their phones, tablets, or laptops at airports.
British Airways has announced cuts to its Middle East flights and is reallocating aircraft due to the ongoing war in the region, impacting travel logistics.
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IndiGo has announced a leadership change, appointing former British Airways chief William Walsh as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Pieter Elbers. This announcement comes days after Elbers quit amid a flight cancellation crisis and led to an 8% jump in the airline's shares.
British Airways plans to reward pilots with bonuses of up to 1% of their salary for collectively cutting carbon emissions by 60,000 tonnes above 2025 levels, starting next year.
IAG, the parent company of British Airways, is leaning towards abandoning its pursuit of TAP Air Portugal, having warned the Portuguese government it will only bid for the airline if majority ownership rules are relaxed.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that international attention must remain on Ukraine's fight against Russia despite the US-Israeli war with Iran. The two leaders met in London and signed a new defence pact, reinforcing calls for continued support for Ukraine, with Zelensky also stating he sent anti-drone experts to help US allies in the Gulf region.
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A businessman is suing British Airways for £50,000, claiming that a cut finger sustained during a flight caused him trauma, including nightmares and flashbacks. The lawsuit alleges the injury led to significant psychological distress.
British Airways and Tirana International Airport are celebrating two decades of connecting Tirana and London, a route that has strengthened tourism, business, and cultural ties since 2006.
A new analysis by AirAdvisor reveals that lost or delayed luggage remains a frequent issue in Europe, with the risk nearly double the global average. British Airways is highlighted as the most reliable, while the report also details the performance of airlines like Wizz Air and Tarom.
Russia has ordered the expulsion of a British diplomat, the second secretary of the British embassy, accusing him of engaging in 'intelligence and subversive activities' and requiring him to leave the country.
IAG, owner of British Airways and Iberia, has until April 2 to submit an offer for TAP, with the potential sale of only a minority stake possibly hindering the deal.
A woman died shortly after takeoff on a British Airways flight from Hong Kong to Heathrow, with passengers spending 13 hours on the plane alongside her body as the pilots continued the journey.
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UAE flights are suspended as British Airways, Lufthansa cancel services to Dubai and Abu Dhabi amid the latest Middle East tensions. Airports are restricting access.
West Asia conflict has grounded thousands of flights across the Middle East, stranding passengers and forcing airlines to reroute or cancel services. Major carriers like Air France, British Airways, and Cathay Pacific have suspended routes. While some Gulf airlines are resuming limited operations, Indian carriers are adding flights to manage demand and repatriation efforts.
IAG enjoys record operating profits on margins of more than 15% at British Airways and sister airline Iberia
British Airways’ owner, International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced a sharp rise in annual profits to almost £4bn despite carrying slightly fewer passengers in 2025.
Pre-tax profits across the group increased by 20% to €4.5bn (£3.9bn), with record operating profits on margins of more than 15% at BA and its sister airline Iberia.
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