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The US man is now facing criminal charges.
Two women kicked off flight for 'punch up' over MAGA cap
The women, in their 40s and 60s, were forcibly removed by police.
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Savvy travellers could pay $74 rather than $279 with one key tip.
'Like horror movie': Passenger killed after 9m waves hit cruise ship, more than 100 injured
'It was like a horror movie outside with the waves going up so high,' one passenger said.
US airline tests new tech to eradicate 'gate lice': Will Air NZ do the same?
There's a rude awakening in store for some impatient travellers.
'Doing what she loved': Tragic reason skydiving photographer died in propeller accident
Family mourn 'kind, adventurous, creative' photographer.
Major international airport takes a jab at Dunedin's 3-minute hug limit
However, the cheeky signs leave out a key cost for travellers.
Watch: Canadian news anchor's hilarious attempt to say name of NZ town
Newsreader stumbles over Dunedin Airport’s name after its hug rule goes viral.
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Passenger charged with assaulting Air NZ staff ‘can’t remember’ what happened
The young man appeared in court on Thursday.
Meet Apollo, the Egyptian dog filmed atop a pyramid who charmed internet
A rescue group leader recognised Apollo barking at birds atop the Pyramid of Khafre.
Woman falls overboard on Taylor Swift-themed cruise
A search is under way for the 66-year-old passenger.
Aviation industry blames student loan restrictions for looming pilot shortage
'Only those with financial support from families can afford to train.'
Battle of the bargains: Jetstar chases up Air NZ sale with cheaper fares
Think $59 one-way fares are a steal? How about $35?
Watch: Disruptive passenger forces Air NZ flight to divert
The 'disruptive passenger' was met by police at Melbourne Airport.
Air NZ dropped yet another sale with $59 flights
The cheap flights will only be available for a few days.
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'Crimes against humanity': Man's smelly act on plane appals internet
'No-fly list, immediately.'
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Swimmer attacked by ‘sexually frustrated’ dolphin ‘lucky to be alive’
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Air NZ slashes international travel fares – for a limited time
Air NZ has announced a mega sale on international fares – and it's only for a few hours.
Watch: Paraglider spots dog on top of Great Pyramid
‘It wasn’t something I expected to see at all,' said the paraglider.
'Devastating': Reality star's tearful plea to find late mum's ring
'This is literally all I have left of my mum,' says the reality star.
10 flights disrupted over 48 hours after receiving hoax bomb threats
The bomb threats were made via social media platform X.
Lufthansa fined record $6.6m for discriminating against Jewish passengers
It is the largest fine the US has ever imposed on an airline for a civil rights violation.
Tragic reason young tourist died at Spanish attraction
The 26-year-old man's death illustrates the 'perils' of social media.
Nelson couple forced to pay $1000 due to airline booking error
The confused couple were given a choice: pay the surprise fee or stay stuck in Barcelona.
Regional airline busier as Air NZ reduces capacity
Regional flight services are booming, says Barrier Air chief executive.
'Horrified': Woman warns travellers after receiving 'creepy' text at airport
The stranger saw her number on her luggage tag.
Inside the French ski resort that voted to shut itself down
Grand Puy set to close after 65 years amid fewer skiers, melting snow and mounting debts.
Woman dies after falling off cruise ship near Channel Islands
Her body was recovered after a French Navy helicopter joined a search and rescue mission.
Air New Zealand flight diverts midair, makes emergency landing in Nelson
The air conditioning on the plane had a fault, forcing the crew to divert.
Are travellers falling out of love with NZ? Annual ranking suggests so
New Zealand has been ranked the eighth-best country in the world by Conde Nast.