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Finnair cancels 100 flights on July 7 due to planned strike

Finnair will cancel around 100 flights on Monday, July 7, due to a planned strike by the Finnish Aviation Union affecting ground services at Helsinki Airport. The disruption will impact about 7,200 passengers. Affected customers are being contacted …

Strike forces Finnair to cancel 100 more flights on Monday

Finnair cancels approximately 80 flights on July 4 due to industrial action

Finnish Aviation Union strike on July 4 forces Finnair to cancel 80 flights, affecting 8,000 passengers; more strikes expected mid-July. The Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) has announced industrial action on Friday, July 4, at Helsinki Airport. If the planned …

Finnair cancels 80 more flights on Friday

Finnair will cancel around 80 flights on Friday due to a strike by airport ground workers, the airline announced on Tuesday. The walkout by members of the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) will mark the second industrial action this week. A similar strike on …

Finnair cancels 80 flights on July 4 due to Helsinki Airport strike

Finnair will cancel around 80 flights on Friday, July 4, due to a planned industrial action by the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) at Helsinki Airport, which will disrupt all essential ground services. The cancellations will affect about 8,000 passengers. …

Finnair to cancel 80 more flights on Friday as unions continue strike

Second strike this week prompts Finnair to cancel 80 flights on Friday

Finnair cancelled around 100 flights on Wednesday, due to similar strike. Open image viewer Friday's cancellations will affect around 8,000 passengers, according to Finnair. Image: Heikki Saukkomaa / Lehtikuva Finland's flag carrier Finnair has …

Only 5 US Flights Left: Norse Atlantic Airways Cuts 3 More American Routes This Winter

Norse Atlantic Airways is reportedly shifting its focus this winter from the North American market to popular destinations in Southeast Asia. The Oslo-based airline will launch five new routes connecting Europe and Thailand. However, according to a report …

The Most Popular Airbus A330 Routes From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

When most aviation enthusiasts hear "Seattle," their thoughts often drift toward Boeing's sprawling factories in Everett or Renton, not Airbus jets. Yet in an ironic twist, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has become a stronghold for one …

Al Hilal's Club World Cup over as Chelsea advance to semi-finals

Al Hilal’s bold run at the Fifa Club World Cup came to an end in Orlando on Friday as the Saudi Arabian club were edged 2-1 by Brazil’s Fluminense in a pulsating quarter-final clash. Having shocked the tournament with their 4-3 extra-time victory over …

Swap Barcelona for Malaga, Santorini for Milos: the best alternatives to the tourist hotspots

When the phrase “destination dupes” was coined by an online travel platform two years ago and subsequently hijacked by TikTokers keen to show off their travel credentials, it was viewed by many as just a simple play on words designed to sell holidays in …

Moomins mark 80 years with exhibitions in New York and Tampere

The Moomins are marking their 80th anniversary with exhibitions in New York and Tampere, spotlighting the life and work of Finnish creator Tove Jansson. “Tove Jansson and the Moomins: The Door Is Always Open” is now open at the Brooklyn Public Library, …

Glasgow airport threatened by ‘significant’ summer strike action

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Moomins turn 80 with anniversary shows in New York and Tampere

The city of Tampere has partnered with the Brooklyn Public Library on the first major US exhibition on Tove Jansson and the Moomins. Open image viewer The Moomin 80th anniversary show is on display at the Brooklyn Public Library until the end of September. …

New Ryanair, Jet2, Easyjet hand luggage rule kicks in for summer

A new Ryanair, Jet2, Easyjet hand luggage rule is set to kick in for summer. Airlines for Europe (A4E) has confirmed that its member airlines have started applying the guaranteed set of dimensions of 40 × 30 × 15 cm for under-seat baggage. The agreement …

July flight disruptions: Key dates and affected countries for travellers

Holidaymakers and travellers are being alerted to significant flight delays and cancellations in July. They are being urged to brace for "significant disruption" as a wave of air traffic control and airport worker strikes sweep across Europe this …

How could European summer strikes scupper your holiday?

A series of summer strikes in Europe affecting flights, trains and hotels are threatening to derail British holidaymakers’ trips. Ongoing strikes across mainland Europe are likely to cause delays and even cancellations, and travellers are being warned to …

Airlines you can book using Avios: How to maximize your points and miles

Avios is a popular loyalty currency used by a wide range of airline programs, including: With so many programs now adopting Avios, earning and redeeming this coveted rewards currency is easier than ever. But on which airlines can you redeem Avios? Related: …

Full list of July flight delays with all the affected countries and exact dates

Holidaymakers and other travellers are being warned of major flight delays and cancellations in July. People are being asked to prepare for "significant disruption" as a series of air traffic control and airport worker strikes roll out across …

Geothermal Rising Welcomes Geothermal Incentives in Big Beautiful Bill, Honors Geothermal Community’s Dedication

Geothermal energy secures decade-long incentives for 24/7 clean power, boosting #baseloadpower and #energysecurity. #Geothermal #GeothermalRising WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Geothermal Rising today …

Minister Julien Paluku Accelerates President Tshisekedi’s Vision through U.S.–DRC Mineral Partnership and AGOA Renewal

HUNTERSVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- H.E. Julien Paluku, the Minister of Foreign Trade of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is proud to submit this testimony for the Annual Review of the Eligibility of Sub- …

Dalai Lama’s 90th: A Global Celebration of Compassion, Peace, and Wisdom

Real-Time Content, Celebrity Wishes, Stories and Media Access Begins July 5th WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 6, millions worldwide will unite in celebration of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama — a …

Azerbaijan shows ‘flagrant disregard’ for international law, CSI tells UN

CSI again urges Human Rights Council to appoint special rapporteur for Nagorno Karabakh GENEVA, GE, SWITZERLAND, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the nearly 22 months since Azerbaijan expelled 120,000 ethnic Armenians from their homeland in …

OSCE welcomes the adoption of the Strategy for Integrated Border Management 2025–2029

SARAJEVO, 04 July 2025 - The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) welcomes the adoption of the Strategy for Integrated Border Management 2025–2029 and its accompanying Action Plan at yesterday’s BiH Council of Ministers session. This important …

OSCE training on arms control enhances border security in Turkmenistan

An OSCE-organized training course on Combatting Illicit Trafficking of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW), Conventional Ammunition (CA) and Explosives took place from 1 to 4 July 2025 in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, in close co-operation with …

Washington State Bowling Proprietors Association Releases 2025 End of Legislative Session Report

The Washington State Bowling Proprietors Association (WSBPA) announced the release of its comprehensive 2025 End of Legislative Session Report, SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Washington State Bowling …

CALDA Files Federal Lawsuit to Block Texas’ SB 17 — A New Land Ban Alleged to Target Chinese Americans

Lawsuit seeks to strike down SB 17, citing historic parallels to exclusionary land laws from the 1890s HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chinese American Legal Defense Alliance (CALDA), a non-profit organization …

OSCE Secretary General concludes visit to Paris

PARIS, 3 July 2025 — OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu concluded his official visit to Paris where he met with Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, and other high-level officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and at …

A Game-Changer for US Medical Manufacturing - AMMA Welcomes Final Passage of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill'

These changes ensure that America meets its needs domestically for masks, gloves, gowns, ventilators, and essential medical devices. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Medical Manufacturers Association (AMMA) …

Congress Passes H.R. 1, Delivering Major Support for Federal Law Enforcement and Thomson Federal Prison

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congress has passed H.R. 1, a significant legislative package aimed at strengthening federal law enforcement, with a focus on addressing the staffing crisis at Thomson Federal Prison …

Liberland Announces July 2025 Congressional Election Results

Seven Global Leaders Elected Through Blockchain-Based Democratic System LIBERLAND, SERBIA, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Free Republic of Liberland today announced the results of its fourth Congressional Election, conducted entirely …

SlapBak Drops the Mic with 'It’s Only America' — The Protest Anthem of a Generation

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a cultural moment where shouting often replaces listening and ideology overshadows empathy, SlapBak frontman Jara Harris is making noise for all the right reasons. The band’s …

OSCE Ambassadors reaffirm unwavering support to Ukraine during visit to Kyiv

KYIV, 3 JULY 2025 – A delegation of Ambassadors from OSCE participating States concluded a visit to Kyiv yesterday, reaffirming their steadfast support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggression. Co-hosted by the Finnish OSCE Chairpersonship and …

Siila Watt-Cloutier Offers Radical Hope in a New Podcast Series

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) at the University of Victoria is proud to present A Radical Act of Hope, a new podcast featuring the story of Inuk climate …

PATG Creates Advisory Board to Guide Critical Tax, Economic Policies for Family Offices, Successful Family Businesses

Five Member Group Offers Private Equity, Entrepreneur, and Legal Insights WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Policy and Taxation Group, advocates on Capitol Hill for family offices and successful family-owned …

Georgia Celebrates Third Year of Muslim American Heritage Month, Leading National Recognition

Voices of Muslims (VoM) continues advocacy as Georgia sets precedent for nationwide Muslim American heritage recognition ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Georgia marks its third consecutive year celebrating Muslim …

CSR Europe Welcomes New Board and Reaffirms its Commitment to Turning Sustainability into Value at 2025 General Assembly

A new leadership cycle begins as members, policymakers, and partners align on the path from compliance to competitiveness. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the face of regulatory complexity, shifting global ESG narratives …

CSI Backs Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh in DC

Eibner Joins Swiss Parliamentarians and ex-Armenian Foreign Minister for Congressional Briefing WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next week, CSI’s President John Eibner will join two Swiss members of parliament - …

Israel at War: Regional Reverberations and Political Fallout

Dr. Yoel Guzansky, associate fellow at MEI and senior research fellow at Israel’s Institute for National Security Studies, joins hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj to unpack the military and political implications of Israel’s 12-day war with Iran. In …