Etihad Airways fleet expansion: First Airbus A321LR to enter service Aug 1 on Abu Dhabi-Phuket route; Narrowbody jet features First Suites, wider reach

Etihad Airways on Friday announced the delivery of its first Airbus A321LR aircraft from a total order of 30 jets, marking a significant step in the airline’s expansion strategy. The aircraft will enter commercial service on August 1, 2025, with its inaugural route connecting Abu Dhabi to Phuket.Following its debut, the A321LR will gradually be…

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Optical Illusion: Think You’ve Got Sharp Eyes? Spot the lone “36” in this picture in 20 seconds! |

A brain-teasing optical illusion is challenging internet users to find the hidden number pair “36” amidst a grid of “86” and “68”. This visual puzzle tests focus, patience, and pattern recognition skills. Spotting the odd pair within 15-20 seconds marks you as a visual whiz. Beyond entertainment, such illusions stimulate visual processing, improve attention to…

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Currency watch: Rupee ends 12 paise lower at 86.52 as equities drop and crude rises; trade uncertainty, FIIs weigh

The rupee declined 12 paise to settle at 86.52 against the US dollar on Friday, dragged down by weak domestic equities, rising global crude oil prices, and sustained foreign fund outflows. The sharp slide in equity benchmarks and a stronger dollar overseas also pressured the local unit, forex traders said.At the interbank foreign exchange, the…

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