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A new airline, first-class apartments and built-in speakers — welcome to a new golden age of luxury travel

This year, even economy is getting the jet-set treatment. The sky’s the limit for airlines now, reports John Arlidge

Evening Standard

After decades of decline, this is how unions can rebuild their role in Australian work

As recently as the early 1990s, 40% of Australian workers were union members. While there was a slight increase in 2024 – the first in a decade – that membership is now at 13.1%.

The Conversation

Qantas and Air New Zealand Display Exceptional Safety in Emergency Landings

In recent years, both Qantas and Air New Zealand have faced scrutiny due to emergency landings, as highlighted in the original article. However, it's essential to recognize the commendable safety measures and expertise displayed by these airlines, ensuring passenger safety during unforeseen events.

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Space weather a growing risk for air traffic

Space weather is increasingly impacting aircraft electronics, and that means the recent grounding of dozens of flights may not be a one-off, researchers warn.

AAP

‘I would never think to bring my heavy cup on a trip like that…’: Connecticut flight attendant suffers fractured foot after customer mistake on plane

You might assume a flight attendant’s biggest risk of injury comes from turbulence or, in worst-case scenarios, something going wrong with the aircraft itself.In reality, many on-the-job injuries come from passengers and the items they bring onboard. Unruly behavior is one part of it, and exposure to things like radiation…

The Mary Sue

Vanessa Hudson Revamps Qantas Operations, Prioritising People Over Profits

In the wake of Qantas Airways' legal challenges stemming from the outsourcing of ground staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company is embarking on a transformative journey under the leadership of its new Chief Executive Officer, Vanessa Hudson. While the recent Federal Court ruling required Qantas to allocate a substantial…

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Shrill whistles and sycophancy, but still extreme heat on Xabi Alonso

In today’s Football Daily: Tough times roll on for Real Madrid

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29 hours in the sky: China Eastern’s Shanghai-Buenos Aires flight sets record for ultra-long travel

The continent-spanning journey has a two-hour stopover in Auckland.

Euronews

8 Airlines That Rarely Cancel Flights (and Treat Passengers Right)

Traveling can be thrilling, but nothing kills excitement faster than a canceled flight. The anxiety of being stranded, the scrambling for alternative routes, and the inevitable stress of contacting customer service can turn even the most adventurous trip into a nightmare. Some airlines, however, have built a reputation for reliability…

Everybody Loves Your Money

The big change coming for charging devices on planes

Bans on using portable chargers on planes are about to be rolled out across Australia as the major airlines respond to a spate of on-board fires.

AAP

Jetstar cancels 90 domestic flights across Australia after global Airbus A320 recall

Immediate software update ordered by Airbus after US mid-air incident causes airport disruption across Australia and New Zealand

The Guardian - AU

Base closures 'catastrophe' for regional Qantas workers

Australia's largest airline blames the closure of three bases on skyrocketing costs for airport security, fuel and maintenance on regional routes.

AAP

Wall Street Banks' Customer Data Stolen as SitusAMC Suffers From Massive Hacking

SitusAMC, which serves JPMorgan and other Wall Street banks, suffered from a serious data breach. Should customers worry?

International Business Times UK

These Australian airlines have banned ‘fire hazard’ items from plane cabins

Earlier this month, a Qantas business lounge had to be evacuated after a passenger’s power bank burst into flames

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Airlines should face biofuel mandate to level field

Low-carbon fuel orders could be placed on firms to secure the future of Australian biofuels and ensure they can reach their multibillion-dollar potential.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian and Qantas bowl into the Ashes with a new special edition podcast and expanded multimedia coverage for this year’s iconic tournament

Sponsored by Qantas, the Guardian is launching Ashes Weekly - a brand new special edition podcast to deepen Guardian Sport’s commitment to covering the 2025/26 Test series.

The Independent UK

Record-breaking Qantas plane for non-stop London-Sydney flights revealed

Airbus A350 can fly for up to 22 hours without refuelling to overcome ‘the tyranny of distance’

The Independent UK

Passenger set on fire in airport lounge due to freak accident involving power bank

Qantas lounge staff rush out nearly 150 passengers after device ignites in man’s pocket

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Qantas business lounge passenger set on fire after power bank explodes in his pocket

About 150 people evacuated from Melbourne airport lounge after device overheats and ignites, burning the man’s leg and fingers

AAP

Qantas shares at six-month low as business travel slows

Qantas is vowing to adjust domestic capacity because there's been less demand for business flights than it had forecast.

AAP

Rex administrators blame pilot and parts shortage

Administrators to beleaguered regional airline Rex have found a pair of factors contributed to its insolvency above its botched entry to capital city markets.

The Guardian - AU

Knee-jerk corporate responses to data leaks protect brands like Qantas — but consumers are getting screwed

When courts ban people from accessing leaked data – as happened after the airline’s data breach – only hackers and scammers win

The Guardian - AU

News Corp books in advertisers in campaign for a ‘self-reliant’ Australia that ‘made things here’

Daily Telegraph editor says the campaign aligns with the values of its backers, which include RM Williams, Qantas and Bunnings. Plus: Stokes defiant on BRS

The Independent UK

Traveler issues warning after once-in-a-lifetime trip canceled by stranger after she posted ticket online: ‘Lowest of the low’

The Irish woman discovered her Qantas Airways flight had been canceled after receiving an email notifying her of a partial refund

The Guardian - AU

Murdoch’s flagship hails ‘terrifyingly funny’ Succession, without a nod to the family who inspired it

The Australian names HBO drama the best TV show of the past 25 years. Plus: reporters in the spotlight at the White House

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