United Airlines Cancels 2,000+ U.S. Flights Amid Nationwide Tech Outage
United Airlines cancelled over 2,000 flights across the U.S. on August 2, 2026, due to a nationwide technology outage. The disruption followed 3,049 flight delays and 160 cancellations on July 31, caused by FAA ground stops and weather.
Delta Ends JFK Nonstop Flights, Launches Raleigh-Durham to Southwest Florida Service
Delta Air Lines has permanently ended nonstop flights from JFK Airport to three major U.S. hubs due to rising fuel and operating costs. The airline will launch new nonstop service from Raleigh-Durham to Southwest Florida starting November 21, 2026.
Delta Ends JFK Nonstop Flights to 3 Hubs, Adds RDU-RSW Service
Delta Air Lines has ended nonstop flights from JFK to three major US hubs as of July 2026, transitioning affected passengers to alternatives through LaGuardia. Meanwhile, a new nonstop service from Raleigh-Durham to Southwest Florida begins November 21, 2026.
24 US Airports Affected by FAA Delay Programmes, Charlotte Douglas Worst Hit
On August 2, 2026, 24 U.S. airports were under FAA delay programmes totaling 35 active events. Charlotte Douglas International had the longest ground stop due to thunderstorms, lasting over 10 hours.
Tourism Malaysia Launches VM2026 Campaign in Lombok to Boost Indonesian Arrivals
Tourism Malaysia launched the VM2026 campaign in Lombok on July 31, 2026. The campaign targets increased Indonesian tourist arrivals to Malaysia.
Coast Guard Medical Evacuation of Cruise Passenger Off Lake Worth Inlet
The U.S. Coast Guard evacuated a 53-year-old man showing cardiac symptoms from a cruise ship about 3 miles off Lake Worth Inlet. The passenger was transferred to emergency medical personnel after the operation by Coast Guard Station Lake Worth Inlet.
Viking Ullur Grounds on Danube River Near Vidin with 238 Onboard
On July 28, 2026, Viking Ullur ran aground on the Danube near Vidin, Bulgaria, due to record low water levels. All 186 passengers and 52 crew were safely evacuated without injury.
Carnival Cancels Nine Carnival Jubilee Cruises Scheduled for 2027
Carnival Cruise Line has canceled nine sailings aboard the Carnival Jubilee ship between August and December 2027. The cancellations arise from itinerary changes affecting Caribbean and Bahamas routes departing mainly from Galveston, Texas.
Xenia Hotels Q2 2026 Earnings: $78.1M EBITDAre, Kimpton RiverPlace Sold for $11M
Xenia Hotels & Resorts posted $78.1 million in adjusted EBITDAre and a net loss of $19.3 million in Q2 2026, driven by a noncash impairment related to Kimpton RiverPlace sale. The company raised its full-year EBITDAre guidance by $7 million following strong operating results.
Hyatt Accelerates Mid-Tier Hotel Development Despite Opening Delays
Hyatt is accelerating its mid-tier hotel development with a $500 million credit facility amid delays pushing some openings to 2027. The company revised its 2026 net rooms growth forecast down to approximately 6%, citing a measured timing for new hotel openings.














