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Dubai’s famed Burj Al Arab hotel to close for 18 months

The Burj Al Arab has long been an iconic part of the Dubai skyline. The sail-shaped building is everywhere, from snow globes to fridge magnets, and the only other burj (aka tower) that rivals its fame is the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Now the ultra-luxury hotel…

German pilots’ union announces further strikes at Lufthansa this week

By&nbspFakhriya M. Suleiman Published on 12/04/2026 – 14:43 GMT+2•Updated 15/04/2026 – 12:54 GMT+2 German commercial pilots’ union Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) has called on its members at Lufthansa group airlines to continue staging strike action after a two-day demonstration earlier this week. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Set to begin on Thursday 16 April…

Inside the Qantas plane set to launch world’s longest flight next year

Ultra-long haul flights are a divisive topic among frequent fliers. Would you rather have the chance to stretch your legs, potentially grab a shower in the lounge, and eat some non-airplane food on a layover, or is your priority getting to your destination as quickly as possible? ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Love…