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The TSA is implementing emergency measures due to a partial DHS shutdown, with concerns raised about economic impacts at airports and the potential adjustment of TSA operations.

The UK government has updated its food ban for travelers at airports due to a food and mouth disease outbreak in Europe, prohibiting the import of specific food items to protect livestock health.

Air traffic controllers in Argentina are commencing a five-day strike across all airports in response to demands for better salaries.

Air traffic controllers in Argentina start a strike from February 26 to March 2, impacting all airports due to salary and working condition demands.

A new ranking reveals the best communicating leaders in Lithuania, with Simonas Bartkus of Lithuanian Airports taking the top spot.

The president of Aena, Maurici Lucena, sparked controversy by claiming that airlines underestimate safety while demanding lower airport fees, leading to heightened tensions in negotiations over airport tariffs.

Łukasz Chaberski, the president of Polish Airports, emphasizes the need for creating conditions for Polish businesses to thrive and to become natural choices for strategic projects.

Heathrow's CEO, Thomas Woldbye, emphasized that the slow progress on the third runway project, which is projected to cost £33bn, should be a concern for the nation as regulatory and governmental decisions are needed this year for construction to begin by 2029.

The article warns about the dangers of using free WiFi networks at places like airports and cafes, outlining potential cyber fraud risks.

M. Jaugelavičius has been appointed as the new press representative for Lithuanian Airports, taking charge of media relations and external communications.

Moroccan pilgrims have found themselves stranded in Turkey, prompting their families in Marrakech to demand urgent action and accountability for what they describe as a 'fraudulent pilgrimage.'

Following violent incidents in Jalisco, flight cancellations are decreasing, with Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta airports reporting a 95% operational capacity.

American tourists at luxury resorts in Mexico are stranded due to violent disruptions caused by the Jalisco New Generation cartel, leading to canceled flights and closed airports.

Archer Aviation has unveiled plans for an electric air taxi network in Miami, aiming to connect cities and airports in South Florida with short flights.

BGS has renewed its partnership with Finnair, providing fuel and ground handling services at major Baltic airports.

Netcompany has been selected as the main partner for the digital upgrade of Europe's busiest airport, Heathrow, to enhance the travel experience for millions of passengers.

National and international airlines have resumed operations at Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta airports following disruptions caused by violence resulting from a federal operation.

A severe winter storm in New York and New Jersey is causing travel disruptions, including canceled flights and modified transport schedules.

The northeastern United States is experiencing severe disruptions due to a blizzard described as the worst in ten years, leading to emergency declarations and extensive power outages.

U.S. travelers faced confusion after an announcement by Kristi Noem suggested the temporary suspension of the TSA's PreCheck program, which was later clarified as not occurring.

A severe winter storm has caused over 5,500 flight cancellations across the U.S., with New York's airports being the most affected as severe weather conditions persist.

New biometric border control system is leading to significant delays at airports as travelers are required to register fingerprints and facial photos during their first entry into the Schengen Zone.

Storm Hernando has caused widespread flight cancellations at major UK airports due to severe weather conditions.

Canadian airports report an outage of the NEXUS and Global Entry programs due to the U.S. government shutdown, affecting travelers on U.S.-bound flights.

The death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho,' has sparked significant chaos across Mexico, impacting airports and travel routes.

Moscow's four airports were closed due to a coordinated drone attack from Ukraine, with claims of multiple drones shot down by Russian defense forces.

Iran has closed all its major airports for air defense exercises, typically conducted in preparation for significant military operations.

Russian authorities allege that Ukrainian drones attacked Moscow, leading to flight restrictions at the city's airports.

Moscow's airports are limiting flights for security reasons following drone attacks on the city.

Moscow has limited the number of flights at four airports for security reasons following drone attacks on the city.

Four Moscow airports have imposed flight restrictions due to safety concerns amid ongoing drone attacks against the city.

Poland has scrambled fighter jets and closed two airports due to heightened Russian aircraft activity near the Ukrainian border.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has temporarily suspended programs that expedite airport security checks due to a funding lapse.

The auction for the Santos Container Terminal (Tecon Santos 10) at the Port of Santos is still without a set date after several delays, with the Ministry of Ports and Airports targeting 2026 for its completion.

British police are investigating whether UK airports were exploited for sex trafficking in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein case.

The Bihar government has approved plans for an international airport in Sonpur following a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

There was a 7% increase in passenger traffic across Greece's airports in January 2026 compared to January 2025, with a total of nearly 2.9 million passengers.

Polish Airports State Enterprise (PPL) has secured a credit line of 3.3 billion PLN to modernize Chopin Airport and support the Port Polska project, signaling a commitment to enhance Poland's aviation infrastructure.

A Right to Information Act disclosure reveals that out of seven airports opened in Uttar Pradesh since 2021, flights have ceased at six of them, with only Ayodhya airport still operational.

Polish Airports want to be classified as a company of significant importance for the state economy, which would require a decision from the government.

Heavy snowfall has led to significant disruptions at both Munich and Vienna airports, causing numerous flight cancellations and delays.

Austria is experiencing significant disruptions due to heavy snowfall, leading to closed airports and chaotic road conditions.

Trump's family company has applied for exclusive trademark rights for the use of the president's name at airports and various related products.

Starting this summer, French travelers will be able to use their digital ID card through the France Identité app for airport check-ins and boarding procedures.

A one-day general strike in Argentina against President Javier Milei's labor reform has resulted in numerous flight cancellations and disruptions in Brazilian airports.

Passengers at various airports including Delhi and Mumbai faced significant disruptions due to a server outage of the Navitaire passenger service system.

The article discusses a record set by airports in the Czech Republic last year.

United Nigeria Airlines is collaborating with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria to address safety issues following multiple bird strikes that have impacted its operations.

A 20-year-old man was detained for allegedly making a bomb threat at Guarulhos International Airport in São Paulo.

Tucker Carlson claimed he was detained and questioned at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, but the Airports Authority denied these allegations, stating he underwent routine questioning instead.