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Non-citizen travelers returning to the United States are facing intense questioning, device searches, and even pressure to abandon entry by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents. According to local immigration lawyers, dozens of clients have reported being pulled aside for extra questioning, with some being placed in US Immigration
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Charlotte May Lee, a 21-year-old former TUI flight attendant from south London, is in a lot of trouble after being arrested on suspicion of trying to smuggle 101 pounds (46kg) of synthetic cannabis into Sri Lanka. The largest haul ever discovered at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, the stash was
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The Lohegaon IAF station in Pune has seen flyers taking selfies and photographs, exposing the airside infrastructure, which has prompted concerns among authorities, particularly in the wake of the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Pune airport director Santosh Dhoke has assured that all stakeholders, including the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
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At Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), a structured and pet-friendly process ensures a stress-free experience for pet parents flying with their pets. From entry to departure, the airport takes care of pets, ensuring their comfort and safety. The airport's pet-first approach, combined with its
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Palm Beach International Airport (PBIA) is pushing for a major expansion, driven by the increasing popularity of general aviation, particularly among private large corporate jets and the president's jet. The airport's south runway is set to be extended from 3,200 feet to 8,000 feet,
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A United Airlines flight traveling from Honolulu to Los Angeles was safely returned to Hawaii Wednesday morning after a "potential security concern" was found written on a bathroom mirror. Flight 1169, a Boeing 777, took off from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport just after 9:40 p.m.
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A Ryanair flight from Tenerife South to Glasgow Prestwick Airport was diverted to Faro in Portugal on May 18 after a passenger allegedly became unruly onboard. The flight crew alerted the police, who met the plane upon landing and removed the individual, allowing the flight to continue to its destination.
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On Wednesday night, Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) officers with the customs department seized 5.25kg of hydroponic weed (ganja) worth Rs5 crore from a passenger at the Coimbatore airport. The passenger, Muhammad Fazil, 24, a native of Kerala, was arrested on Thursday for smuggling the contraband into the country from
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Malaysian authorities have thwarted a massive exotic animal smuggling attempt at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), seizing over 300 protected wild animals hidden in luggage. The smugglers, two unidentified men, were detained after failing to produce documents or permits to export the wildlife. The seized animals, valued at approximately RM460,
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Southampton Airport has completed a multi-million pound project to improve security screening at its Eastleigh location. The airport has installed Next Generation Security Checkpoint (NGSC) scanners, which allow passengers to keep electronic devices, such as laptops and tablets, in their hand luggage during screening. Additionally, multiple liquids up to 100ml
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The Ukrainian military has launched a series of drone strikes against Russia, forcing the suspension of airport operations in Moscow. In the early hours of May 23, Russian officials and state media reported that Ukrainian drones were shot down over Moscow, but not before they allegedly disrupted airport activities. This
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The sudden cancellation of 1,400 flights by Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) over the summer season has caused chaos among UK travelers, with around 50,000 passengers expected to be affected. The airline blames the decision on a pilot and fleet shortage, which is predicted to last until October
