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Politicstrinidad-express3d ago

Trinidad Express Features Dr. Irfaan Ali and Others

The Trinidad Express Newspapers recently published articles featuring several prominent individuals, including Dr. Irfaan Ali, Delcy Rodriquez, Bernard Mahabir, and David Nakhid. These mentions highlight their current relevance in regional and local news.

Nigerian Government Unveils Civil Servant Compensation Scheme
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Nigerian Government Unveils Civil Servant Compensation Scheme

The Nigerian Federal Government has introduced a new compensation scheme for injured and deceased civil servants, alongside measures to address bottlenecks in the existing system. These initiatives aim to improve support for public sector employees and their families.

Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Grounded After Satellite Launch Failure
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Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Grounded After Satellite Launch Failure

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket has been grounded by the FAA following a recent launch that sent a satellite into the wrong orbit. The US regulator has ordered an investigation into the second-stage rocket failure, potentially impacting future space missions including NASA's lunar plans.

Scientists Warn of Imminent Atlantic Ocean Current Collapse
ScienceThe Guardianyle-uutisetberlingske+8tvn24digi24index-hrpolitiken24uriefimeridan1-bihmeta-mk16d ago11 sources

Scientists Warn of Imminent Atlantic Ocean Current Collapse

Scientists are warning that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is weakening more rapidly than previously thought and could collapse sooner than expected. Such a collapse would trigger catastrophic climate consequences, including extremely cold winters and summer droughts across Europe, Africa, and America.

Florida Governor Approves Bill to Rename Palm Beach Airport After Donald Trump
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Florida Governor Approves Bill to Rename Palm Beach Airport After Donald Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that would rename the Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump. The decision follows Florida's approval last year of a plan to donate land in downtown Miami for Trump's presidential library, with the airport renaming requiring FAA approval and administrative procedures.

LaGuardia Accident Raises Questions on Overnight Air Traffic Controller Staffing Amid Shutdown Concerns
PoliticsNYTwapoThe Guardian+8NPRCNNFox NewsThe IndependentobservadorYahoozerohedgemorocco-world-news1mo ago11 sources

LaGuardia Accident Raises Questions on Overnight Air Traffic Controller Staffing Amid Shutdown Concerns

An accident at LaGuardia Airport has prompted questions regarding the sufficiency of the minimum standard of two air traffic controllers for overnight shifts. This incident adds to ongoing concerns about federal employee staffing and pay, as the US Department of Homeland Security remains affected by a partial government shutdown, with bills to pay FAA and TSA workers stalling in Congress.

Technologyseeking-alpha1mo ago

Joby Aviation Advances Towards FAA Certification

Joby Aviation has made significant progress in its journey toward obtaining FAA certification for its electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft. This marks a major step for the company in bringing its air taxi service to market.

FG introduces Hybrid Payment System for Airport Access Gates
Businesspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

FG introduces Hybrid Payment System for Airport Access Gates

The Federal Government has directed the introduction of a hybrid payment system at airport access gates nationwide, allowing both cash and electronic payments as part of efforts to ease traffic congestion. The post FG introduces Hybrid Payment System for Airport Access Gates appeared first on Vanguard News.

Pentagon, FAA Will Conduct Anti-Drone Laser Tests In New Mexico
Technologyzerohedge1mo ago

Pentagon, FAA Will Conduct Anti-Drone Laser Tests In New Mexico

Pentagon, FAA Will Conduct Anti-Drone Laser Tests In New Mexico Authored by Jacob Burg via The Epoch Times, The Pentagon and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) agreed to conduct an anti-drone “high-energy laser test” in New Mexico over the weekend. The announcement comes a little more than a week after the FAA had to suddenly close airspace around Fort Hancock, Texas, because of what the agency at the time called “special security reasons.” The Department of War (DOW) ...

Cashless policy to block leakages, boost accountability — FAAN
Financepunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

Cashless policy to block leakages, boost accountability — FAAN

FAAN’s new cashless policy at Nigerian airports aims to block revenue leakages and boost accountability through full enforcement of electronic payments. Read More: https://punchng.com/cashless-policy-to-block-leakages-boost-accountability-faan/

Airspace closed, thousands of flights disrupted amid U.S.-Iran conflict
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Airspace closed, thousands of flights disrupted amid U.S.-Iran conflict

Key transit airports, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi in ‌the UAE, and Doha in Qatar, were shut or severely restricted as much of the region’s airspace remained closed

FAAN dismisses scam alert on airport cashless initiative
BusinessPremium Times2mo ago

FAAN dismisses scam alert on airport cashless initiative

The airport authority says SMS notifications announcing the March 1 rollout of its cashless payment system are genuine, dismissing viral counter-messages warning the public against opening the link as false. The post FAAN dismisses scam alert on airport cashless initiative appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

MMIA fire: 14 trapped persons rescued, 3 flights diverted – FAAN
WorldPremium Timesvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

MMIA fire: 14 trapped persons rescued, 3 flights diverted – FAAN

Managing Director of FAAN, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, said investigations into the cause of the fire had commenced, while civil and structural engineers would assess the integrity of the building. The post MMIA fire: 14 trapped persons rescued, 3 flights diverted – FAAN appeared first on Vanguard News.

Iyabo Ojo Denies FAAN Ambassador Role After Praising Airport Upgrades
CulturePremium Times2mo ago

Iyabo Ojo Denies FAAN Ambassador Role After Praising Airport Upgrades

Actress Iyabo Ojo has clarified that her viral video praising airport upgrades was done voluntarily and not as part of an ambassadorial role for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). She faced criticism after sharing the video highlighting improvements at Murtala Muhammed International Airport.

Blue Origin Rocket Grounded After Satellite Placed in Wrong Orbit
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Blue Origin Rocket Grounded After Satellite Placed in Wrong Orbit

A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket has been grounded and is under FAA investigation after a recent launch placed an AST SpaceMobile satellite into an incorrect orbit. The mishap caused AST SpaceMobile's stock to drop significantly.

US Military Transfers Syrian Bases; Sanctions Waiver Granted to Serbian Oil Firm
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US Military Transfers Syrian Bases; Sanctions Waiver Granted to Serbian Oil Firm

The U.S. military has transferred several large bases in Syria, while the U.S. also granted a sanctions waiver to Serbian oil firm NIS. These developments occur amidst broader discussions on U.S. foreign policy and economic relations.

Highlights of the BCN Film Fest
Culturela-vanguardia22d ago

Highlights of the BCN Film Fest

The BCN Film Fest, also known as the Barcelona-Sant Jordi International Film Festival, will feature new works from acclaimed directors and actors such as Fatih Akin, Willem Dafoe, and Haifaa Al-Mansour.

United Flight Narrowly Avoids Military Helicopter in California
TechnologyNYTThe GuardianFox News+2SCMPThe Independent1mo ago5 sources

United Flight Narrowly Avoids Military Helicopter in California

The FAA is investigating a near-miss incident where United Airlines Flight 589, carrying 162 passengers, came within a few hundred feet of a US military helicopter near John Wayne Airport in southern California, forcing the plane to change course.

FG, States, LGs share N1.894trn February revenue
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

FG, States, LGs share N1.894trn February revenue

The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of N1.894 trillion among the three tiers of government as federation allocation for February 2026. The post FG, States, LGs share…

Travellers abandon vehicles amid FAAN cashless airport crisis
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

Travellers abandon vehicles amid FAAN cashless airport crisis

Local and foreign travellers are abandoning their vehicles and trekking into the terminal following severe traffic congestion triggered by the full enforcement of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria’s (FAAN) cashless policy at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The post Travellers abandon vehicles amid FAAN cashless airport crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.

Chukwunweike, 36 others elected Enugu APC excos
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Chukwunweike, 36 others elected Enugu APC excos

….As Mbah lists gains of connecting to the centre …Lauds Tinubu’s economic policies, more FAAC inflows to states …Chukwunweike: No Enugu governor has done one tenure since 1999 The Enugu State…

FG hails new digital visa platform FBC approval
Politicspunch-ng2mo ago

FG hails new digital visa platform FBC approval

Nigeria’s new digital visa platform, ASFAAR.NG, aims to streamline travel, curb fraud, and enhance security for citizens traveling abroad. Learn more. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-hails-new-digital-visa-platform-fbc-approval/

An airline barred 2 passengers after an in-flight brawl and plans to go after them for the cost of diverting the plane
BusinessBusiness Insider2mo ago

An airline barred 2 passengers after an in-flight brawl and plans to go after them for the cost of diverting the plane

Jet2 has barred two people from ever flying with it again after they brawled midair. OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images British budget airline Jet2 barred two people after a midair brawl prompted a diversion on Thursday. Jet2 said it plans to "vigorously pursue" the pair to recoup costs for the diversion. Unruly passengers can face civil and criminal prosecution in addition to airline lawsuits. "Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday" — except when it ends in a midair brawl. The British budget carrier has issued lifetime bans to two passengers after a flight from Turkey to England diverted to Belgium on Thursday following a fight on board, the airline told multiple news outlets. It's unclear what caused the altercation, but videos circulating on social media show passengers screaming and pushing as cabin crew and others attempted to break it up. The plane later continued to the UK after police removed the two passengers. Jet2 said in a statement that the pair exhibited "appalling behavior" and that it would "vigorously pursue them" to recoup the costs of the diversion. Diversions aren't cheap: they can cost airlines tens of thousands of dollars in fuel, labor, and airport fees. Any hotel and transportation costs also add up. "As a family-friendly airline, we take a zero-tolerance approach to disruptive passenger behaviour, and we are very sorry that other customers and our colleagues on board had to experience this too," the airline said. Jet2 has a history of chasing down unruly passengers. In 2019, the airline barred a disruptive traveler and billed her about $115,000 after she attempted to open an exit door midair, prompting a diversion escorted by military jets. In 2022, two brothers who fought on board another Jet2 flight forced a diversion and were later charged about $68,000 and issued lifetime bans. Other airlines have taken similar approaches, seeking reimbursement from passengers whose behavior disrupted flights. Budget competitor Ryanair, for example, last year filed a lawsuit seeking about $18,000 from a passenger it described as disruptive after a diversion to Portugal in April 2024 left 160 people needing overnight accommodation. Unruly passenger incidents surged during the pandemic, when mask mandates fueled confrontations between travelers and airline staff. Data from the Federal Aviation Administration shows there were nearly 6,000 reports on US airlines in 2021 — up about 500% from roughly 1,000 the year before. Reports fell to about 2,500 in 2022 and further to roughly 1,600 in 2025, though they still remain well above pre-pandemic levels. There have been 126 reports so far in 2026. The FAA maintains a zero-tolerance policy and has issued more than $20 million in civil fines since 2020 (these are separate from the money airlines can collect through lawsuits). In more extreme cases — such as physical assaults on crew — passengers have faced criminal prosecution, including by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, resulting in larger fines and jail time. Read the original article on Business Insider

Border Patrol Fired Army Lasers At Party Balloons, Forcing El Paso Air Traffic Shutdown
Politicszerohedge2mo ago

Border Patrol Fired Army Lasers At Party Balloons, Forcing El Paso Air Traffic Shutdown

Border Patrol Fired Army Lasers At Party Balloons, Forcing El Paso Air Traffic Shutdown On Wednesday, after the FAA suddenly shut down airspace over El Paso, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the unsettling move was prompted by a "cartel drone incursion," and assured Americans that "the threat has been neutralized." However, that shutdown, which impeded everything from commercial air traffic to medevac helicopter flights, was actually caused by a trigger-happy border Border Patrol unit firing a US Army laser weapon at a party balloon, not far from El Paso International Airport.  The introduction of the weapon into a border-security role without FAA approval may have violated federal law. The proposal for arming the border patrol with the anti-drone weapon was first presented to Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg in the spring of 2025, sources tell the New York Times. The goal was the interdiction of drones used to smuggle drugs across the frontier. According to two people, Pentagon staff cautioned that the idea would require approval of the FAA and Transportation Department, but Feinberg said the Pentagon was free to do what it wanted with the weapons. The Pentagon called their account "a total fabrication."  In a Feb 6 email obtained by the Times, the FAA's chief lawyer warned a DOD official that putting the weapon into the border-enforcement mix without restricting the airspace "a grave risk of fatalities or permanent injuries” to civilians flying overhead.  CPB officers reportedly fired an AeroVironment LOCUST laser counter-drone weapon on loan from the US Army (AeroVironment photo) In the predawn hours on Monday, Feb 9, as military service members observed, Customs and Border Protection officers fired the laser weapon at what they assumed was a drone near Fort Bliss, but it was actually a metallic party balloon. Around 5pm that day, a DOD official emailed an FAA lawyer, reiterating the Pentagon's stance that prior FAA approval wasn't needed, and that the laser weapons would continue to be employed on the border, adding that he "looked forward" to a meeting to discuss the topic.  FAA officials were said to be outraged. Early Tuesday evening, the FAA warned the Pentagon and National Security Council that an FAA-mandated shutdown of airspace near El Paso was imminent. Then came the extraordinary order from FAA administrator Bryan Bedford that airspace above El Paso would be closed for 10 days. The "temporary flight restriction notice" forbid any flights below 18,000 feet in the affected area. An angry El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson said the "unnecessary" airspace shutdown, which lasted a few hours, caused "chaos and confusion," including the diversion of medevac flights to Las Cruces, New Mexico. Bedford rescinded the order on Wednesday.   The laser weapon was fired a balloon approaching Fort Bliss, which is immediately adjacent to El Paso International Airport The incident has intensified pre-existing tension between the DOD and the FAA, which goes back to the disastrous January 2025 collision between an American Airlines jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter that killed 67 people. At least two near-misses with Army helicopters followed.  While it's been widely and credibly reported that CPB fired at a party balloon, the administration has yet to officially rescind its claims about a "cartel drone incursion." Meanwhile, the safety question hangs heavy in the air. In October 2024, an official at US Northern Command said safety concerns were, at the time, keeping lasers off the table where drone interdiction was concerned:  “The biggest thing right now is the impact of the laser when it moves beyond its target. You know, how far is it going? What’s that going to do? How long does the laser need to remain on target before it begins to inflict damage and so on, right?”  It's far from clear if those questions have since been satisfactorily answered. To the extent they're still being sorted out, maybe that process shouldn't be taking place next to El Paso International Airport.  Tyler Durden Sun, 02/15/2026 - 13:25

Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents
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Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents

Nigeria is grappling with a range of issues, including charges related to an alleged plot to overthrow President Tinubu, ongoing political maneuvering for future elections, and efforts to address economic challenges and security incidents.

FAA Classifies Blue Origin New Glenn Satellite Loss as Mishap
Technologytvn24Times of India11d ago2 sources

FAA Classifies Blue Origin New Glenn Satellite Loss as Mishap

The FAA has classified the loss of a satellite during a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket launch as a 'mishap,' following a failure of the rocket's upper stage. This incident marks a significant setback for the company's new heavy-lift orbital vehicle.

LaGuardia Plane Crash Investigation Probes Air Traffic Controller
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LaGuardia Plane Crash Investigation Probes Air Traffic Controller

New video footage, firsthand accounts, and expert analysis continue to emerge regarding the deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport, with investigators now probing the air traffic controller as part of the ongoing inquiry into the incident deemed 'entirely avoidable'.

FAA Tightens Safety Rules Around Major Airports
TechnologyNPR1mo ago

FAA Tightens Safety Rules Around Major Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration has implemented stricter safety regulations for aircraft operating in congested airspace near major airports, including suspending visual separation between planes and helicopters.

FAAN adopts hybrid payment system at airports
Businessvanguard-ng1mo ago

FAAN adopts hybrid payment system at airports

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has adopted a temporary hybrid payment system at airport toll gates following President Bola Tinubu’s directive to ease the implementation of the cashless policy across airports. The post FAAN adopts hybrid payment system at airports appeared first on Vanguard News.

Digitising public payments: Lessons from FAAN’s cashless reform, By Shona O Oluwatola
TechnologyPremium Times1mo ago

Digitising public payments: Lessons from FAAN’s cashless reform, By Shona O Oluwatola

The future of public service delivery is digital. While the transition is inconvenient, adoption inevitably comes with friction. As more public services move towards cashless and digital systems, temporary disruption should not obscure long-term gains in transparency, efficiency, and revenue integrity. What matters most is managing transition deliberately, documenting lessons learnt, and applying those lessons […] The post Digitising public payments: Lessons from FAAN’s cashless reform, By Sh...

Passengers, motorists stranded as Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport goes fully cashless
Businessvanguard-ng2mo ago

Passengers, motorists stranded as Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport goes fully cashless

Chaos and traffic congestion erupted at the entrance of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) on Sunday as the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) officially rolled out its cashless payment system at the airport gates. The post Passengers, motorists stranded as Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport goes fully cashless appeared first on Vanguard News.

Travel in chaos as airlines cancel flights after US, Israel strikes on Iran
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Travel in chaos as airlines cancel flights after US, Israel strikes on Iran

Flight maps showed airspace over Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Israel and Bahrain virtually empty as Israel said it struck Iran and the US military initiated a series of strikes against targets in the country.

MIT Becomes Core of Turkey's New Power Doctrine
Politicsnewsbeast2mo ago

MIT Becomes Core of Turkey's New Power Doctrine

Turkey's National Intelligence Organization (MIT) is seen as embodying the country's shift towards a more centralized and outward-looking power model, as highlighted by the release of its '2025 Yılı Faaliyet Raporu'.

Edun explains revenue remittance directive, says NNPC forensic audit ongoing
PoliticsPremium Times2mo ago

Edun explains revenue remittance directive, says NNPC forensic audit ongoing

The Minister says new directives on revenue remittances are aimed at strengthening transparency and domestic resource mobilisation, as a forensic audit of NNPC proceeds under FAAC mandate. The post Edun explains revenue remittance directive, says NNPC forensic audit ongoing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.