As Syrian Government Loses Control, the Skies Above Go Quiet
by For years, people lived in terror of airstrikes by Syrian and Russian planes that helped keep the country’s authoritarian leader in power.
Tag: Skies
As Russian Forces Turn to Glide Bombs, Ukrainian Civilians Fear a New Threat From the Skies
Cities in eastern and southern Ukraine are increasingly being hit by Russian glide bombs, converted gravity bombs that can be guided to targets, often landing …
Rare Northern Lights Animate Night Skies Around the Globe: Photos
An outburst from elevated solar activity created conditions on Thursday that kept people’s eyes glued to evening views all over the Northern Hemisphere.
As F-16s Arrive, Ukraine Still Faces Steep Challenges in the Skies
Ukraine wants to deploy its first F-16 jets this summer, hoping to counter Russia’s dominance in the air. But stepped-up Russian bombing attacks on air …
Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines Join Forces for Greener Skies
Two of Asia’s leading airlines, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines (SIA), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a range of sustainability …
ACI World Assembly Paves Path for Greener Skies
The annual assembly of the Airports Council International (ACI) focused on charting a course towards a more sustainable future for the aviation industry. Key decisions …
South Asian Skies Clouded by Pollution: Bangladesh, Pakistan, India Lead in Unhealthy Air
A recent report by IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company, paints a concerning picture for South Asia. The 2023 World Air Quality Report reveals …
Skies Clear for Emirates as Airline Resumes Normal Operations
Relief washed over travelers today as Emirates Airlines announced the complete restoration of its regular flight schedule. The news comes after a period of disruption …
Skies to Offer Patchy Sunshine Amidst Lingering Showers
Residents can expect a continuation of unsettled weather conditions tomorrow, with skies fluctuating between patches of sunshine and lingering rain showers. The National Weather Service …
A Show of Might in the Skies Over Israel
Iran’s much-anticipated retaliation for Israel’s killing of senior military leaders produced a fiery aerial display in the skies over Israel and the West Bank. But …