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Airlines told to reevaluate emergency evacuation procedures after carry-on concerns

The FAA is asking airlines to review their emergency evacuation procedures after passengers took carry-on items during recent evacuations, slowing exits and risking lives.

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'Fire incidents' cited by Southwest in new policy applying to wheelchair travelers

Southwest Airlines is implementing new boarding requirements for passengers with wheelchairs and scooters starting Sept. 25, requiring lithium batteries in cabin.

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Your discarded luggage tags are worth money to scammers

Airport workers report surge in fake lost luggage claims as scammers retrieve discarded baggage tags containing passenger names and travel information.

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Major cruise line suspends Caribbean destination visits amid kidnappings, safety concerns

Royal Caribbean cancels all cruise stops at Labadee, Haiti, through April 2026 due to safety concerns after the U.S. issued a "do not travel" advisory.

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Flight passenger gets too comfortable on plane, sparking etiquette debate

An airplane passenger's choice to go barefoot draws criticism on social media, as an expert warns about germs and hygiene issues on dirty plane floors.

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Locals call out 'excessive tourism' after tram crash leaves at least 15 dead and 18 injured

Lisbon's Glória Funicular derailment killed at least 15 people and injured 18 as residents blame "excessive tourism" for the tragic incident affecting the popular tram.

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Major Midwest city tops bedbug infestation list for fifth consecutive year

Chicago leads Orkin's annual bedbug cities list for 2025, based on commercial and residential treatment data from metro areas across the United States.

U.S. 7 hours ago

American tourist stabbed in face by Syrian after defending women on German tram: report

John Rudat suffered facial wounds from a six-inch blade after intervening to help women being attacked by Syrian men on a tram in Dresden, Germany.

U.S. 7 hours ago

US warns American travelers about terrorism, crime, kidnapping in popular vacation destination

A security expert advises Mexico travelers to stay on resort grounds and exercise situational awareness following updated State Department travel advisory

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Woman goes blind after drinking tainted cocktail, warns tourists that 'a shot can kill you'

Travelers have been warned to avoid unsealed drinks abroad after methanol poisoning cases allegedly cause blindness and death, with just a shot's worth potentially fatal to humans.

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Beach visitors risk 'arrest' for swimming without lifeguard following tragic incident

A fatal drowning at the Seaside Heights beach in New Jersey has led to stricter ocean access rules as rip current deaths reach 52 nationwide this year, according to the National Weather Service.

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Taliban marks four years in power by luring young female influencers to boost tourism

Taliban-run Afghanistan welcomes travelers with female tour guides leading groups as critics say tourism promotion masks ongoing human rights violations against women.

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American teen pilot detained in Antarctica while raising money for cancer on solo trip

Teenager Ethan Guo's record-breaking solo flight around the world was halted in Antarctica, where he faces charges for landing without authorization from Chilean officials.

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Jet ski rescue saves 6 people at beach as one dies in dramatic rip current incident

One person drowned and six others were rescued from a rip current 100 yards offshore at Seaside Heights beach in New Jersey during dramatic jet ski rescue operation.

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Little-known 'secondhand travel' trick helps tourists score luxury vacations for less

A "secondhand travel" method lets flexible travelers buy unused vacation bookings at reduced rates, though options may be limited to major cities and require quick decisions.

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Traveler treated for injuries after acrylic glass on cruise ship water slide breaks

A water slide has been shut down after "acrylic glass broke off," while an individual "passed through the slide," a Royal Caribbean Group spokesperson indicated in a statement

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Tourists face dangerous 'crush-and-grab' pickpocket schemes in major city

The U.S. Embassy and the Reddit community both provide pickpocket prevention strategies for Paris tourists, covering subway safety, street scams and high-risk tourist locations.

U.S. 7 hours ago

Americans in vacation hot spot may see more military than margaritas this summer

Mexico deploys over 7,000 security personnel including National Guard and military to protect tourists in Cancun and Riviera Maya amid rising cartel violence concerns.

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5 dirtiest spots in hotel rooms: What experts say to do at check-in

Hotel rooms contain surprising amounts of bacteria in overlooked places like decorative pillows, remote controls and bathtubs, with studies showing up to 10 times more germs than hospitals allow.

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Deadly rip current fatalities reported amid summer beach season as experts weigh in

Recent drownings highlight the dangers of rip currents at beaches, with experts advising swimmers to relax, float, and swim parallel to shore if caught in one of these powerful currents.

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Police officials host 'bear drills’ following string of bear attacks

Multiple bear attacks in Japan have led to injuries and school disruptions, causing authorities to implement safety drills featuring simulated encounters and medical response training.

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New TSA program launched to eliminate double screenings for international flights

The TSA introduces One Stop Security program to streamline travel, allowing passengers from London Heathrow to skip rescreening at U.S. airports.

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Rescue operation frees injured man trapped 130 feet underground in Italian cave

Rescuers used controlled explosives to widen passages and free a 62-year-old explorer, who was found 130 feet underground with a head injury at the Abisso Paperino cave in Italy.

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Officials at popular tourist spot cave to protesters who called out Americans

Mexico City officials announce plans to address gentrification after locals protest mass tourism, with demonstrators targeting American visitors amid a 70% increase in U.S. residents.

U.S. 7 hours ago

Lost mother's handwritten notes save her and 9-year-old son stranded in remote California wilderness

Search teams located a 49-year-old mother and her son who became disoriented in a California forest when their GPS failed, using handwritten notes to coordinate the rescue.

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Statue of Liberty mural intentionally placed in migrant city stirs up controversy

A controversial new mural titled "The Statue of Liberty's Silent Protest" in Roubaix, France, is generating heated responses worldwide and sparking debates about immigration.

U.S. 7 hours ago

Inside the shoe bomb plot that changed airport security and why the rule is now ending

American travelers can now keep shoes on during airport security as millimeter wave technology effectively detects threats that older systems couldn't identify.

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First major US airline to resume Israel flights as part of 'longstanding commitment to serving Tel Aviv'

United Airlines becomes the first U.S. carrier to resume flights to Tel Aviv, Israel, on July 21 following the ceasefire after Operation Rising Lion and the 12-day conflict with Iran.

U.S. 7 hours ago

Video shows teens’ adventure turn frightening near popular tourist destination

Two teenagers and a firefighter were airlifted to safety by Coast Guard helicopter after becoming stranded on a dangerous Oregon cliffside at Roads End Point.

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Nearly 20-year shoe-off airport security policy is ended by Trump administration

Kristi Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security, speaks at Ronald Reagan Airport to announce the termination of the shoe removal requirement at TSA security checkpoints.

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Mysterious 'tire traps' plague city streets as locals take matters into their own hands

Volunteers in Jakarta tackle tire traps on city streets, collecting tons of nails and metal objects suspected to be placed by vandals to cause flat tires and make motorists vulnerable.