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MPs Poised for Inflation-Busting £7,000 Pay Rise

British MPs are in line for a significant £7,000 pay increase, lifting their salaries to over £91,000, as recommended by the independent watchdog IPSA. This inflation-linked rise comes amidst a backdrop of sluggish wage growth and widespread industrial di

Airline cancels pilot's cancer fundraiser flight

An influencer pilot's ambitious plan to raise £100,000 for a cancer charity by flying a light aircraft around Britain has been abruptly cancelled by his airline, leaving the mission in limbo and sparking outrage.

Drunk Alaska Airlines Pilot Avoids Prison in Plea Deal

Exclusive: An Alaska Airlines pilot who attempted to fly with an alcohol level four times the legal limit has accepted a plea deal, avoiding jail time. The shocking case raises serious questions about aviation safety protocols.

Alaska Airlines Pilot Guilty in Mid-Flight Engine Sabotage

Joseph Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, has been found guilty of endangering an aircraft after attempting to shut down its engines during a flight. The shocking incident, attributed to a mental health crisis, has sent ripples through the aviati

Nok Air Suspends All Flights Amid Financial Crisis

Thailand's Nok Air has abruptly suspended all flight operations, stranding passengers and casting doubt on its future. The budget carrier cites insurmountable financial challenges as the cause.

Airline enforces strict new grooming policy for cabin crew

A leading international airline has sparked debate by implementing a stringent new uniform and grooming code, banning popular hairstyles like messy buns and imposing strict rules on tattoos and makeup for its cabin crew.

UK Gender Pay Gap: Women Earn 14% Less Than Men

Shocking new figures from the Office for National Statistics show Britain's gender pay gap remains stubbornly wide, with women effectively working for free for nearly two months each year compared to male colleagues.

EU Shelves Single-Pilot Plane Plans After Safety Report

Ambitious proposals to allow commercial airliners to fly with just one pilot have been shelved by EU regulators. A critical safety report has halted the move, prioritising passenger security over airline cost-cutting ambitions.

Travel Agent's Genius Hack For Best Budget Airline Seats

A seasoned travel agent reveals the insider strategy to secure the most comfortable seats on Ryanair and easyJet without paying extra for allocated seating. Discover how to beat the system and transform your budget flight experience.

Ryanair's Strict New Cabin Bag Rules: Passengers Warned

Ryanair has issued a stark warning to all UK passengers as it enforces stringent new cabin baggage rules. Learn how to avoid surprise fees of up to £69.99 at the gate and ensure a smooth boarding process.

UK gender pay gap underestimated for 20 years

A bombshell report reveals the UK's gender pay gap has been systematically underestimated for 20 years due to a critical flaw in official reporting, hiding the true scale of pay inequality for millions of women.

Pilot cancels flight after dog sent to wrong airport

A United Airlines pilot made a heroic decision to cancel a transatlantic flight from Newark to London Heathrow after his beloved dog was mistakenly put on a different plane, sparking a desperate race against time.

GMB Union Rejects Govt's 'Insulting' NHS Pay Offer

The GMB union has rejected the government's proposed 3.9% pay increase for NHS workers, branding it a 'real-terms pay cut' that fails to address the cost-of-living crisis and staff exodus.

Qantas Business Class Meal Sparks Passenger Outrage

A Qantas passenger's business class breakfast of bircher muesli on a Melbourne to Singapore flight has been branded 'disgusting' and 'inedible', sparking a social media storm and raising questions about the airline's premium catering standards.

Delta & United sued over 'deceptive' window and aisle seat fees

Major US airlines Delta and United are hit with a class-action lawsuit for allegedly charging passengers extra for 'preferred' window and aisle seats that were standard. Discover the details of the legal battle and what it means for flyers.

NASA astronaut salary shock: How much they really earn

A NASA astronaut has lifted the lid on the surprising pay scale for those who venture into space. Discover the financial realities of being an astronaut and how it compares to other high-risk professions.

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