Air Europa flight diverted to Brazil after turbulence; 30 injured
The health secretariat said in a statement, 30 passengers had been taken to hospitals in Natal with minor abrasions or orthopedic traumas.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Singapore Airlines offers compensation to passengers on severely turbulent flight
Passengers with minor injuries have been offered $10,000 and those with serious injuries can discuss an offer to meet their specific needs.
Tue Jun 11 2024
Singapore turbulence flight investigation finds sharp altitude drop caused injuries
Preliminary findings showed a rapid change in gravitational force and a 54 metre altitude drop caused injuries.
Wed May 29 2024
Twelve injured as Qatar Airways Dublin flight hits turbulence, airport says
Qatar Airwaysa said a "small number" of passengers and crew sustained minor injuries during the flight and were receiving medical attention.
Mon May 27 2024
Singapore Air tweaks seatbelt sign policy, alters route after turbulence incident
The airline is adopting a more cautious approach to turbulence, including not serving hot drinks or meals when the seat belt sign is on.
Fri May 24 2024
Thai hospital says 20 people from Singapore Airlines flight remain in intensive care
Of the 40 people on the flight still under treatment, 22 patients have spinal cord injuries and six have brain and skull injuries, he said.
Thu May 23 2024
EXPLAINER - What is aircraft turbulence and how common is it?
Turbulence or pockets of disturbed air can have many causes, most obviously the unstable weather patterns that trigger storms, said Airbus.
Wed May 22 2024
Bangkok hospital says 20 people from Singapore Airlines flight in intensive care
Samitivej Hospital said a total of 58 people were still under treatment at multiple medical facilities, and 27 had been discharged.
Wed May 22 2024
Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 encountered severe turbulence incident
Nine Malaysians, including one crew were on board Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 that had emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Wed May 22 2024
Shaken passengers arrive in Singapore after deadly turbulence-stricken flight
Singapore Airlines took 131 passengers and 12 crew on the relief flight from Bangkok to Singapore.
Wed May 22 2024
After Singapore Airlines turbulence accident, flight crews urge buckling up
Airlines are required by law to switch on seatbelt sign during takeoff and landing, but carriers have own procedures for mid-air turbulence.
Wed May 22 2024
One dead as Singapore Airlines plane makes emergency landing due to turbulence, 30 reported injured
The aircraft with 211 passengers and 18 crew was headed to Singapore when it made the emergency landing, the airline said in a statement.
Tue May 21 2024
Singapore Airlines plane made 'dramatic drop', people flung into lockers, says passenger
There was little warning of the chaos that was about to be unleashed onboard Singapore Airlines flight SQ321.
Tue May 21 2024
ASEAN should become anchor of world peace - Jokowi
Indonesian President Joko Widodo emphasised the need for ASEAN to become a peace anchor due to global turbulence.
Mon Aug 07 2023
How to build business resilience in an era of risk turbulence
The top risks include challenges related to AI technologies, geopolitics and climate change.
Fri Jan 13 2023
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024