• Associated Press

    Long-haul carrier Emirates again halts local flight check-in as UAE recovers from record rains

    Long-haul carrier Emirates said Friday it would again halt local check-in for passengers traveling on its flights as the wider United Arab Emirates tries to recover from record-setting rains this week. “This is to support operations recovery from the recent bad weather at our Dubai hub,” the airline said on the social platform X. Dubai International Airport, the world's busiest for international travel, hoped to be back on a normal schedule within 24 hours, its CEO told The Associated Press late Thursday.

  • The Canadian Press

    Flames earn 5-1 season-ending victory over league-worst Sharks

    CALGARY — Despite a disappointing season for the Calgary Flames, it was a huge year individually for MacKenzie Weegar, who wrapped it up in style on Thursday. Weegar scored his 20th goal as multiple Flames set personal milestones in a season-ending 5-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks. “After I scored, just the sincerity of the congratulations from everybody. When they come up to you after and they say how proud they are of you and the little things like that, it goes a long way for me,” he said

  • Reuters

    UPDATE 1-Ambrey: Ships transiting the Gulf, Western Indian Ocean should stay alert

    British security firm Ambrey said on Friday merchant vessels transiting the Gulf and Western Indian Ocean were advised to stay alert in case of increased uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) activity in the region. Ambrey said it had received information that indicated an "Israeli military strike" was conducted on Isfahan, Iran. Israel has attacked Iran, three people familiar with the matter said.