WestJet Cancels 276 Flights Nationwide Before Possible August 2 Strike
WestJet cancelled 276 flights nationwide by August 1, 2026, ahead of a possible flight attendant strike set for August 2. The airline and CUPE, representing flight attendants, remain in unresolved negotiations.
WestJet Cancels Flights as Flight Attendant Strike Looms August 2, 2026
WestJet flight attendants plan a 72-hour strike starting August 2, 2026, prompting 81 flight cancellations and free changes through August 4. The dispute centers on unpaid pre-flight ground duties with negotiations ongoing between WestJet and CUPE 8125 since September 2025.
WestJet Cancels 276 Flights in Canada as Flight Attendant Strike Looms
WestJet cancelled 276 flights across Canada on August 1, 2026, ahead of a possible flight attendant strike starting August 2. The cancellations affected key domestic routes and came after CUPE issued a 72-hour strike notice.
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 focuses on tourism resilience and partnerships
WTM Spotlight Riyadh 2026 will highlight tourism resilience and global partnerships in Saudi Arabia. The event expects over 6,500 visitors and 150 buyers to connect with the Kingdom’s growing tourism market.
Syria Travel Show 2026 Set for Damascus, 28–30 September
Syria will host its first international travel exhibition, Syria Travel Show 2026, in Damascus from September 28–30. The event expects over 5,000 attendees and aims to boost tourism investment amid rising visitor arrivals.
Train Cancellations Between Stevenage and London Kings Cross After Person Hit by Train
All train lines between Stevenage and London Kings Cross closed on August 1, 2026, following a person being hit by a train. Multiple services, including Grand Central and Great Northern, were cancelled or delayed.
East Midlands Railway Strike Dates Announced for August 2026
The RMT has scheduled three 24-hour strikes on East Midlands Railway for August 1, 8, and 15, 2026. The dispute centers on safety issues with EMR's new Class 810 Aurora trains.
WestJet Cancels 276 Flights Nationwide Ahead of Potential Strike
WestJet canceled 276 flights between July 31 and August 1, 2026, ahead of a potential flight attendant strike. The Canadian Union of Public Employees issued a 72-hour strike notice after rejecting WestJet’s pay and scheduling offer.
Delta Cancels Three JFK Nonstop Routes, Adds Raleigh-Durham to Fort Myers Flights
Delta Air Lines has permanently cancelled nonstop flights from JFK to three major hubs due to rising costs. The airline will start a new nonstop route from Raleigh-Durham to Southwest Florida in November 2026.
Delta Ends JFK Nonstop Flights to Three US Hubs, Offers Alternatives
Delta Air Lines permanently discontinued nonstop flights from JFK to three major US hubs as of July 31, 2026. Affected passengers can be rebooked via LaGuardia or receive a full refund.
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FAA Ground Stop Triggers 900 Delays and 800 Cancellations at Chicago Airports
The FAA's nationwide ground stop on November 13, 2026, caused nearly 900 flight delays and over 800 cancellations at Chicago O'Hare and Midway airports. Airlines continue to manage lingering disruptions as investigations into the telecommunications outage progress.
FAA Nationwide Ground Stop Grounds US Flights for Over Four Hours on November 13
The FAA halted all US flights on November 13, 2026, for over four hours due to radar and communications failures. Major airports across the US and Canada experienced cancellations and delays. Airlines worked to assist stranded passengers amid ongoing disruptions.
Amsterdam Approves Tourist Tax Increase to 16% in 2027
Amsterdam City Council approved a tourist tax increase from 12.5% to 16% effective 2027 despite opposition from hospitality and cultural groups. The move aims to manage over-tourism amid record 21 million visitors last year.