Spirit Airlines has announced an immediate shutdown of operations after failing to secure a $500 million bailout, cancelling all flights and leaving passengers stranded. The airline said it has begun an “orderly wind-down,” with customer services also halted and refunds not guaranteed. Travellers are being advised to seek chargebacks through their banks. The collapse comes after mounting financial pressure, including rising jet fuel costs linked to the ongoing Iran conflict, which significantly increased operating expenses for airlines.

Donald Trump welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House for a high-profile state visit marked by military honours and strategic messaging. Trump emphasized the “centuries-old bond” between the United States and the United Kingdom, calling Britain America’s closest ally. The visit comes at a sensitive time, with tensions rising over the Iran conflict and broader geopolitical divisions. The US President also made personal remarks referencing his Scottish roots and his mother’s admiration for the royal family, including a comment about King Charles as a young prince.