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Midair brawl erupts on packed flight as screaming passengers jump from seats
Dramatic video has captured the moment a midair brawl erupted between two passengers on a London-bound flight — causing fellow travelers to scream and jump from their seats.
The incident took place aboard a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight traveling from Sylhet, Bangladesh, to London Heathrow on Sept. 1... Read More Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:47:47
Tennessee moves to rename Nashville airport for Dolly Parton days after beloved icon's death
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Nashville International Airport announced Friday that they intend to name the airport in honor of Dolly Parton, moving toward a major tribute to the icon after an outpouring of public support for the beloved late country music legend's legacy.
Lee said he spoke with Parton's team a... Read More Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:52:43
Lost city in area tied to biblical Exodus may have finally been discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered new evidence that could help pinpoint a long-lost ancient city along a military route, with possible ties to the biblical Exodus.
The discovery was announced by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities on August 15. The excavation centered on Tell Abu Seifi,... Read More Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:00:39
Record-setting El Capitan rock climber dies at age 30 in Sierra Nevada accident
An accomplished rock climber who set a speed record on one of recently died in an accident in California's Sierra Nevada.
Jake Whisenant, age 30, died on Aug. 3, according to the Tulare County Sheriff's Office Coroner Division. Authorities haven't disclosed the circumstances of his death — but it was listed as an accident. His death was announced by Bailee Moore, who described Whisenant as her "li... Read More Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:50:49
Cruise line's tougher booking rules ignite backlash over higher deposits and payments
Princess Cruises is introducing stricter booking policies, including higher deposits and earlier final payment deadlines, fueling mixed reactions among travelers.
Among the biggest changes is an update to the timeline for final payments, the cruise line confirmed in a statement to Fox News Digital. "B... Read More Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:43:38
'Worst aquarium ever' review sends whaling museum's sales soaring 250%
A museum is cashing in after a one-star Google review calling it the "worst aquarium ever" became an unexpected viral hit.
The New Bedford Whaling Museum in Massachusetts, which highlights the rather than marine animals, embraced the one-star review by boldly printing the phrase on T-shirts, sweatshirts and tote bags. The merchandise has since gone viral on social media — sending sales soaring by 250% in... Read More Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:45:49
Angry cruise passengers blast major line over surprise daily gratuity hike
Passengers of Celebrity Cruises are pushing back after the cruise line raised its automatic gratuity charges with little notice, with some guests threatening to remove their payment of the fees altogether and tip crew members in cash instead.
As of July 29, guests who do not prepay the gratuities will auto... Read More Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:50:43
Black bears invade Lake Tahoe homes as break-ins surge and locals fortify defenses
Black bears are increasingly breaking into homes around Lake Tahoe, leaving residents to spend thousands of dollars protecting their properties from hungry wildlife.
So far this year, South Lake Tahoe police have received 174 bear-related calls, compared with 97 during the same period last year, accor... Read More Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:48:49
Stomach bugs surging as doctors say certain travel essentials could save your trip
Stomach bugs can quickly turn a dream vacation into days , but doctors say packing a few key essentials can help keep your summer or fall trip on track.
Gastrointestinal illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites commonly trigger nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramps, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The agency says travelers' diarrhea, usually caused by bac... Read More Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:45:18
Robberies, assaults and rapes spur new US travel warning for popular Caribbean getaway
Americans are facing a new warning from the U.S. State Department after officials raised concerns about violent crime on the Caribbean island.
The department recently elevated Saint Lucia's advisory to Level 2, "Exercise Increased Caution," adding a new "crime" indicator to the warning. Known for its volcanic Pitons, and tropical beaches, Saint Lucia attracts visitors from around the world each year. ... Read More Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:44:24
Major airline roasts passengers who jump up right after landing, igniting fierce backlash
Southwest Airlines has reignited one of air travel's biggest etiquette debates after joking in a social media post that passengers who stand up immediately after landing "won't get off the plane faster."
"You 👏 won't 👏 get 👏 off 👏 the 👏 plane 👏 faster 👏 by 👏 standing 👏 up 👏 .... Read More Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:45:23
Summer travelers warned after fecal bacteria levels in water exceed safety standards
Several swimming areas remain under scrutiny after water testing found elevated levels of fecal bacteria at recreational water sites across the state.
As of June 21, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) listed swimming advisories at five coastal locations in Ocean and Cape May counties. The advisories were triggered by elevated levels of enterococci, bacteria commonly used to measure... Read More Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:45:02
Popular beaches closed as high bacteria levels raise health concerns for swimmers
Officials in several states are warning beachgoers to check local water-quality advisories before swimming this summer.
Elevated bacteria levels have prompted beach closures and health alerts in Iowa, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington state. Last summer, Environment America Research & Policy Center Read More Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:47:04
Unruly passengers could be banned for life from multiple airlines under new proposal
Airline passengers who become abusive or could soon face bans from multiple carriers under a new proposal being considered.
The plan would allow airlines in the U.K. to share information about problematic passengers — and potentially prevent those individuals from booking flights with other airlines, according to reporting Read More Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:50:43
Casino resorts in Nevada location, once packed, become ghost town as closure nears
A Nevada location once thrived with multiple casinos, hotels, restaurants and plenty of outlet shopping.
Today, the town of Primm will have its last casino hotel close on July 4 — putting 344 people out of work, according to Fox 5 Las Vegas as well as Read More Thu, 14 May 2026 06:52:55
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