The Latest Breaking News from JFK

Netanyahu's Official Jet To Avoid JFK as Mamdani Renews Call To Honour ICC Arrest Warrant

Benjamin Netanyahu's aircraft is expected to avoid JFK during his UN visit, amid Mayor Zohran Mamdani's renewed call to honour the ICC arrest warrant against him.

International Business Times UK · Sep 22

LAX, JFK, DXB: Everything you need to know about airport codes

Miley Cyrus famously hopped off the plane at LAX with just a dream and a cardigan, but have you ever wondered what airport codes are actually used for?

Euronews · Aug 24

Kalshi's Flight-Cancellation Betting Is Back— Now Restricted to JFK And Blocked From Anyone Who Could Cause a Crash

Kalshi revived its controversial flight-cancellation market with a restricted contract tied to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, weeks after security concerns forced the prediction-market operator to pause wider wagering.

Benzinga · Jul 28

Indian student, headed to US, sent back from Amsterdam, unaware that his F-1 visa had been revoked in 2025

An Indian student faced a shock in Amsterdam when US Customs and Border Protection denied him entry to the US, stating his F-1 visa lacked validity. Despite his university confirming his I-20 and SEVIS record were active, his visa had been revoked months prior. He was forced to return to…

The Times of India · Jun 23

CDC Issues New 30-Day Ebola Entry Order Covering DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan; Screening at JFK, Atlanta, and Dulles

CDC issued a new 30-day Ebola entry order on June 21, 2026, for DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. The Bundibugyo strain has caused 198+ deaths. No approved vaccine exists.

Medical Daily · Jun 23

The Ebola Outbreak in DRC Just Hit 837 Confirmed Cases. The CDC Has a Dire Projection — Here's What It Means for the U.S.

Ebola DRC: 837 confirmed cases, 196 dead as of June 15. No vaccine or treatment for Bundibugyo strain. CDC models project 20,000+ cases in 90 days. JFK screening active.

Medical Daily · Jun 20

Every American Flight from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan Is Now Rerouted to Four Specific Airports for Ebola Screening — Here Is What That Means for Travelers

As of 2026, US authorities are rerouting all incoming air travel from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan to Washington-Dulles, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, Houston IAH, or JFK for enhanced Ebola screening. Here is what this policy means for travelers, health workers, and families in those countries.

Medical Daily · Jun 15

Trump says talks with Iran are 'going well'

U.S. President Donald Trump spoke to reporters at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Airport early on Tuesday (June 9) morning. He said negotiations with Iran were ongoing and suggested progress could be clear within “one or two days,” while insisting a U.S. blockade remained fully effective. -…

Bangkok Post · Jun 10

America's busiest airports could become the next immigration battleground

The Department of Homeland Security is considering reducing customs processing at airports in cities not adhering to Trump administration immigration policies. This could disrupt international travel at major hubs like JFK and Newark, impacting airlines and tourism. The proposal, discussed with industry leaders, aims to leverage services as a compliance…

The Economic Times · May 22

JFK Airport TSA Wait Times Today May 3 2026: Short Lines Across Terminals Offer Smooth Travel Start

Travelers at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Sunday, May 3, 2026, encountered relatively short TSA security wait times across most terminals, with many checkpoints reporting waits under 15 minutes and Terminal 5 showing no delays, providing a smoother experience amid typical weekend travel volumes.

International Business Times · May 3