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AirAsia Updates Uniform Policy to Allow Hijab for Crew

AirAsia announces a major uniform update, allowing all female cabin crew to wear the hijab by 2026. The move reflects the airline's diverse global workforce and commitment to inclusivity. Read more about the policy change and new flight routes.

New £20 Ryanair routes to sunny Spanish city

Ryanair launches budget flights from Cardiff and Aberdeen to Alicante, Spain, with December fares from £20. Discover the Costa Blanca's 23C winter sun, beaches, and golf.

Two climbers die on New Zealand's Mount Aoraki

Two mountain climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued. Read the full report on this alpine tragedy.

Two climbers die on New Zealand's highest peak

Two mountaineers, including a certified guide, have died on Aoraki/Mount Cook. Two others were rescued in a challenging overnight alpine operation. Read the full report.

Two climbers die in fall from Mount Cook

A mountain guide and client have died after falling from Aoraki/Mount Cook's summit ridge. The incident is a stark reminder of the inherent dangers of alpine climbing.

EU immigration crackdown fuels smuggling gangs

A decade after Europe's migrant crisis began, anti-immigration policies have forced migrants onto dangerous routes while making smuggling gangs more powerful than ever. Explore the human impact.

Mahmood faces Labour anger over asylum plans

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confronts backlash from Labour MPs and refugee groups over plans admitting only 'few hundred' asylum seekers initially. Calls grow for compassion and clarity on refugee policy.

Mount Yalung Ri avalanche kills four climbers in Nepal

A devastating avalanche on Mount Yalung Ri in Nepal has claimed the lives of four mountaineers, including experienced guides, highlighting the persistent dangers of high-altitude climbing in the Himalayas.

Mother and Son Make History as First Everest Family Duo

In an extraordinary display of familial determination, a mother and son from the UK have become the first parent-child team to conquer Mount Everest simultaneously, sharing an emotional embrace at 29,000 feet.

Five climbers killed in Dolomites avalanche tragedy

A devastating avalanche in Italy's Dolomite mountains has claimed the lives of five climbers, including a father and his young daughter, during a popular via ferrata route. Rescue operations continue as authorities investigate the cause.

Climbers defy Victoria's Indigenous site ban

Rock climbing enthusiasts in Victoria are openly challenging new restrictions at culturally significant Indigenous sites, igniting a fierce debate between heritage conservation and recreational access.

Honnold's Most Terrifying Climb Wasn't El Capitan

Rock climbing phenomenon Alex Honnold, famous for his death-defying El Capitan ascent, confesses to a surprising fear during a recent Los Angeles appearance that left even him shaken.

M4 Emergency Closure Causes 10-Mile Queues

Severe disruption hits the M4 near Reading as emergency repairs force complete closure between junctions 10 and 11, causing massive tailbacks and diversion chaos for Thursday commuters.

5 Best Running Getaways in Britain

Discover the ultimate running retreats across Britain where spectacular trails meet luxury accommodation - perfect for fitness enthusiasts seeking their next adventure.

M25 and M4 closure causes travel chaos

Emergency closure of M25 and M4 causes severe disruption across Surrey and Berkshire with drivers facing hours of delays and lengthy diversions. Live updates on the ongoing traffic chaos.

Filipino climber dies in Japan Alps fall

A 34-year-old Filipino mountaineer has died after a devastating 150-metre fall while climbing Japan's treacherous Northern Alps, marking another tragic incident in the popular climbing destination.

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