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The National
an hour ago
- Climate
- The National
Air-conditioning fault leaves passengers stuck on BA plane in 47°C heat in Dubai
Passengers on a British Airways flight from Dubai felt the heat when an air-conditioning fault grounded the plane on a day of record high temperatures. Travellers were subjected to sweltering conditions on board the Boeing 787 plane while it remained at Dubai International Airport for about two hours due to a power failure that prevented cabin airflow and cooling systems from operating. The aircraft was diverted to a cargo area of the airport while repairs were carried out, British newspaper The Independent reported. The flight left Dubai for London after the malfunction was fixed. 'We thank our customers for their patience while we resolved a technical issue with the aircraft,' said a British Airways spokesperson in a statement shared to media. 'Our crew provided water to customers on board and worked hard to ensure our customers remained as comfortable as possible whilst we resolved the issue.' The incident took place on Saturday, when temperatures in Dubai soared to 47°C and exceeded 50°C in other parts of the Emirates. The mercury rose to 51.6°C in the Sweihan area close to Al Ain, a record for the month of May in the UAE. The previous record high of 50.4°C, also in Abu Dhabi emirate, was set the previous day.
Daily Mail
6 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
British Airways cabin crew member was 'dancing high and naked in business class' after 30,000ft 'drugs binge'
A British Airways cabin crew member has been arrested after he was found dancing naked mid-flight in a business class toilet following a suspected drug binge. The steward's colleagues noticed he was missing when he failed to serve meals and drinks to passengers on the flight on Sunday , which was headed for London Heathrow from San Francisco. After searching for him in the aircraft, his boss was shocked to discover him completely naked and dancing up and down in the cabin bathroom, The Sun reports. 'We think the guy popped pills when he was meant to be working. It is an extraordinary thing to do,' one furious colleague said about the incident. 'The plane was cruising at 37,000ft over the Atlantic, but this bloke seemed to be higher than anyone else.' Other members of staff quickly threw a spare pair of pyjamas reserved for First Class customers onto the nude flight attendant. He was then escorted into the First Class cabin, where he stayed for the remainder of the ten-and-a-half hour flight. Upon landing, the flight attendant received medical attention and was escorted off the plane in a wheelchair, before being arrested by airport cops. British Airways said the incident was a matter for the police. It is understood that the crew member has been suspended from his job as he is investigated. MailOnline has approached the Metropolitan Police for comment. The incident involving the cabin crew member comes as a young British former flight attendant accused of smuggling £1.2 million worth of cannabis into Sri Lank appeared in court on Friday. Charlotte May Lee, 21, from Coulsdon, south London, was arrested in Colombo after police discovered 46 kg of 'Kush' - a synthetic strain of cannabis - in her suitcase. She had just arrived in the Sri Lankan capital on a flight from Bangkok in Thailand. She was arrested at Bandaranaike Airport and taken into custody on Monday, May 11. On Friday, Charlotte was filmed in a white dress with her hands behind her back being escorted to a prison van by police outside the court building in Colombo. She was visibly upset and tearful when she appeared in the courtroom. The Foreign Office in the UK has confirmed that it is supporting a British woman who has been arrested in Sri Lanka and is in contact with her family, as well as local authorities The former TUI flight attendant was held in a cell at the back of the room and then briefly led to the witness box but struggled to follow proceedings because it was in the main language of Sri Lanka, Sinhalese. Police also wheeled in the near-50kg haul of cannabis she was caught carrying into court as their investigation into the drugs bust continues. Charlotte is expected to appear in the dock again in two weeks. She is facing up to 25 years locked in a hellhole Sri Lankan jail - but she has insisted she has been set up. MailOnline spoke to her from her cell last week where she admitted that she had not been eating because the food was too spicy. Speaking to MailOnline from behind bars in the woman's ward of a notorious prison last week, Miss Lee said she had 'no idea' that there were drugs in her luggage when she set off for Sri Lanka. She said: 'I had never seen them before. I didn't expect it all when they pulled me over at the airport. I thought it was going to be filled with all my stuff. 'I had been in Bangkok the night before and had already packed my clothes because my flight was really early. 'So I left my bags in the hotel room and headed for the night out. As they were already packed I didn't check them again in the morning. 'They must have planted it then.' Miss Lee told us she had been working temporarily on a 'booze cruise' in Thailand but her 30-day visa was about to run out so she decided to take a trip to nearby Sri Lanka while she waited for her Thai visa to be renewed. She decided to go to the country because it was relatively nearby - only a three-hour flight away - and she had never visited there before. 'I thought while I was waiting for the visa that I'd come to Sri Lanka. 'They [the people she believed planted the drugs] were supposed to meet me here. But now I'm here - stuck in this jail.' After her arrest, Miss Lee was initially held at the Police Narcotics Bureau for seven days. She says she was forced to sleep on a sofa that had bed bugs with a security guard watching her the whole time. Then on Sunday she was brought to Negombo Magistrates Court where she was given remanded in custody for a further 14 days while she awaits further hearings. At this point she was transferred to Negombo Prison where she still remains, stuck in her crowded cell for 22 hours a day and only let out to eat and briefly stretch her legs. And it was here that she spoke to MailOnline last week to highlight the 'awful' conditions in the prison - revealing she has not eaten any food at all for two days because the prison meals have been making her ill.
Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
British Airways steward found dancing naked in business class after ‘drugs binge' before flight from US to London
Angry crew members had to work the entire flight without breaks to cover for the naked crew member JET SHOCK British Airways steward found dancing naked in business class after 'drugs binge' before flight from US to London A BRITISH Airways crew member was found dancing naked in a business class toilet at 30,000ft. The steward is suspected of using drugs before the incident, which happened as he was supposed to be serving an in-flight meal. Advertisement 2 The steward was supposed to be serving passengers in the business class cabin Credit: British Airways Colleagues searched the aircraft when he went missing as they handed out food and drinks on the busy jet to London's Heathrow from the US. The in-flight crew boss was then stunned to find him completely naked and jigging up and down in the Club World cabin loo. He was bundled into a spare pair of pyjamas reserved for First Class passengers on the flight from San Francisco. The steward was then escorted to the First Class cabin, where he was buckled into a luxury seat for the remainder of the ten-and-a-half hour journey. Advertisement BA bosses alerted cops, who met the double-decker Airbus A380-800 on landing at 11am last Sunday to arrest him. He also received medical attention and was taken from the plane — which had around 470 passengers and crew on board — in a wheelchair. Angry crew members had to work the entire flight without breaks to cover for him. The steward was suspended from duty while investigations continue. Advertisement One worker said: 'We think the guy popped pills when he was meant to be working. It is an extraordinary thing to do. "The plane was cruising at 37,000ft over the Atlantic, but this bloke seemed to be higher than anyone else. The moment travellers are left stunned as woman tries to board a plane with 'no trousers on' 'Rather than asking passengers 'chicken or beef', he was stripping off and dancing in the toilet. It was a long time before he was located and he was completely out of it. 'Not only is it really dangerous, it is a crazy way to end your BA career. This job can do ridiculous things to people, but staging a one-man disco in a Club World toilet is a new one on me.' Advertisement British Airways said it is a police matter. Scotland Yard was approached for comment.
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
British Airways steward found dancing naked in business class after ‘drugs binge' before flight from US to London
A BRITISH Airways crew member was found dancing naked in a business class toilet at 30,000ft. The steward is suspected of using drugs before the incident, which happened as he was supposed to be serving an in-flight meal. 2 Colleagues searched the aircraft when he went missing as they handed out food and drinks on the busy jet to London's Heathrow from the US. The in-flight crew boss was then stunned to find him completely naked and jigging up and down in the Club World cabin loo. He was bundled into a spare pair of pyjamas reserved for First Class passengers on the flight from San Francisco. The steward was then escorted to the First Class cabin, where he was buckled into a luxury seat for the remainder of the ten-and-a-half hour journey. BA bosses alerted cops, who met the double-decker Airbus A380 -800 on landing at 11am last Sunday to arrest him. He also received medical attention and was taken from the plane — which had around 470 passengers and crew on board — in a wheelchair. Angry crew members had to work the entire flight without breaks to cover for him. The steward was suspended from duty while investigations continue. One worker said: 'We think the guy popped pills when he was meant to be working. It is an extraordinary thing to do. "The plane was cruising at 37,000ft over the Atlantic, but this bloke seemed to be higher than anyone else. The moment travellers are left stunned as woman tries to board a plane with 'no trousers on' 'Rather than asking passengers 'chicken or beef', he was stripping off and dancing in the toilet. It was a long time before he was located and he was completely out of it. 'Not only is it really dangerous, it is a crazy way to end your BA career. This job can do ridiculous things to people, but staging a one-man disco in a Club World toilet is a new one on me.' British Airways said it is a police matter. Scotland Yard was approached for comment.
NDTV
12 hours ago
- NDTV
The Green Guide To Travel: 12 Eco-Friendly Travel Tips Every Traveller Should Know
Going on holiday doesn't mean you have to ditch your eco-friendly habits. Travel can have a big environmental impact — from flight emissions to hotel energy use — but a few smart choices can make a big difference. Whether you're heading to Cornwall for a coastal break or jetting off to Thailand, sustainable travel is within reach. By packing lighter, choosing greener transport, and supporting local businesses, you can reduce your footprint while still enjoying the trip. These 12 eco-friendly travel tips will help you tread more lightly on the planet without sacrificing comfort, convenience, or fun along the way. Here Are 12 Eco-Friendly Travel Tips You Must Know: 1. Fly Smarter, Not More Often Let's not sugar-coat it: Air travel is one of the biggest contributors to carbon emissions in the tourism industry. One long-haul return flight can emit as much CO2 as the average person in some countries produces in a whole year. When you do fly, choose non-stop flights where possible — take-offs and landings use the most fuel. Airlines like KLM and British Airways now offer carbon offsetting programmes, so consider ticking that box at checkout (though it's not a perfect solution). 2. Choose Eco-Conscious Accommodation Many hotels talk a big game about sustainability, but look for real certifications. Trustworthy labels include Green Key, EarthCheck, and LEED. Bonus points if the accommodation uses renewable energy, has water-saving features, and supports local communities. 3. Travel By Train When You Can In Europe and the UK, trains are often faster and far greener than flying. According to the European Environment Agency, train travel emits around 80% less CO2 than flying. Sleeper trains across Europe (like the Nightjet) are making a comeback, too, offering a romantic and planet-friendly way to travel. Not to forget, coach or train journeys are always so scenic! 4. Don't Treat The Hotel Like Home Just because you're not paying for the utilities doesn't mean they're free. Turn off lights, air conditioning, and electronics when you leave your room. Reuse towels and bedding rather than requesting fresh ones daily. It sounds small, but the energy savings add up. 5. Go Paperless When You Can Most boarding passes, travel itineraries, museum tickets, and maps can live on your phone these days. Going digital reduces unnecessary waste and makes it harder to lose something important mid-journey. 6. Pack Light And Right Less weight means less fuel, especially when flying. Cut down on luggage by packing versatile pieces and avoiding unnecessary extras. Bring your own reusable essentials — water bottle, coffee cup, cutlery, tote bags, and solid toiletries-to reduce waste on the road. 7. Respect Nature Like A Local Would Stick to marked trails, never feed wildlife, and definitely don't pocket souvenirs like shells or rocks from protected areas. In many destinations, even sunscreen can damage ecosystems — choose reef-safe versions that don't contain harmful chemicals like oxybenzone. 8. Say No To Single-Use Plastics Countries like Rwanda and Kenya have banned plastic bags altogether, and many others are cracking down. Bring your own tote bags and reusable containers to avoid getting caught out — or fined. Bonus: It's cheaper and more stylish than a flimsy supermarket bag. 9. Eat Like A Local (And Seasonal) Supporting local food markets and restaurants that source ingredients from nearby farms helps cut the carbon cost of long supply chains. Plant-based diets are generally much lower in emissions, so opting for veggie dishes — even just part of the time — makes a real difference. 10. Use Public Transport Or Walk It's not only better for the planet but also a great way to soak up the vibe of a place. Cities like Amsterdam, Tokyo, and Lisbon have efficient, low-emission public transport systems. Apps like Citymapper or Rome2Rio can help you navigate like a pro. 11. Support Local Businesses Sustainable travel isn't just about nature — it's about people too. Choose independent tour operators, artisans, and eateries that give back to their communities rather than global chains. You'll get a more authentic experience and help keep money circulating locally. 12. Offset — But Don't Rely on It Carbon offsetting isn't a golden ticket to guilt-free travel, but it can help. Projects like tree planting or renewable energy development can make a difference when properly managed. Stick with verified schemes through Gold Standard or Cool Effect. You don't have to overhaul your entire travel style overnight. Start with small changes. Choose one or two tips to try on your next trip. Sustainability isn't about perfection — it's about progress. And the more of us who care enough to try, the bigger the impact we make. After all, the planet is the most beautiful destination there is — so let's treat it like one worth visiting again and again.
