Articles by Katie McFadden
TSA Agent Arrested After Quitting Job & Making Threats Against LAX
A TSA agent was arrested after he quit his job and went on to make threats against Los Angeles International Airport in relation to the 12th anniversary of September 11th. The man called airport officials and told them to evacuate the airport terminals.
Flight Diverts After Man Burns Holes in Seats with Homemade Lasers
It takes a lot for a plane to make an emergency landing. This time a flight had to land due to a smoke smell which happened to be caused by a man who had homemade lasers on him.
Iraq Closes Mosul International Airport Without Explanation
Iraq has closed Mosul International Airport in its second largest city, without giving any reason as to why.
Top 10 Most Expensive Hotel Rooms in New York City
New York City hotel rooms can be expensive but some are completely outrageous. The most expensive hotel room in the Big Apple costs a whopping $40,000 per night.
Gargantuan Ferris Wheel: High Roller Nears Completion in Las Vegas
A gargantuan Ferris wheel is almost complete in Las Vegas. The 55-story High Roller will be the largest Ferris wheel in the world when it is done.
Toilet-Themed Restaurant Opens in Taiyuan, China
Want to eat on the toilet? You can in public. Taiyuan, China is the latest city to get a toilet-themed restaurant.
Tropical Storm Humberto Could Be the First Hurricane of 2013 Hurricane Season
Tropical Storm Humberto is brewing in the Atlantic. The storm, which is located south of the Cape Verde Islands could eventually become a hurricane.
Frank Iero Dead? Musician Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoax
Frank Iero is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the former My Chemical Romance guitarist didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet death hoax. Frank Iero is just fine.
Uruguayan Man Survives 4 Winter Months in the Andes Mountains
Not everyone can survive four months being left alone in the Andes Mountains, but a 58-year-old Uruguayan man did just that. He spent a brutal winter surviving on rats and raisins.
Cal-Neva Casino to Undergo Major Renovation
The Cal-Neva casino, once owned by Frank Sinatra, is about to undergo a major renovation. The Cal-Neva casino, once owned by Frank Sinatra, is about to undergo a major renovation.
Thai Airways Flight Skids Off the Runway in Bangkok, 13 Injured During Evacuation
A Thai Airways flight skidded off the runway while landing at Bangkok's international airport. Two Chinese nationals were left in the hospital following the incident.
Eddie Murphy Dead? Actor Did Not Die in Snowboarding Accident
Eddie Murphy is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the comedic actor didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet death hoax that won't seem to go away.
Liam Hemsworth to Call it Quits on Relationship with Miley Cyrus, Sources Say
Liam Hemsworth is reportedly done with Miley Cyrus. He's looking to get out of their engagement after Cyrus' shocking performance on the MTV Video Music Awards.
Carnival Cruise Line to Add New Technology to Ships to Reduce Air Pollution
Carnival cruise line is on a mission to reduce emissions. The world's largest cruise ship company will soon adopt technology from power plants and automobiles to make their ships more environmentally friendly by reducing air pollution that is emitted from the huge diesel engines that power the ships.
Valentino Rossi Dead? Motorcyclist Did Not Die in Motorcycle or Car Accident
Valentino Rossi is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the professional motorcycle racer didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet media death hoax that won't go away. Valentino Rossi is just fine.
Oktoberfest 2013: Lufthansa Flight Attendants to Wear Lederhosen & Traditional Dresses on Select Flights
Is my flight attendant wearing lederhosen? Maybe! As part of the Oktoberfest celebration, flight attendants will be wearing traditional German clothing on select Lufthansa flights.
Snake in Starbucks? Man Makes Creepy Discovery in Bathroom
A snake in Starbucks? Now that's not something you want in your grande latte, but a man had the unpleasant surprise of finding the animal in a Texas Starbucks bathroom.
K-Cup Soup: Campbell's to Make Soup Products for Keurig Machines
K-Cup soup? That's right. You will soon be able to make soup from your coffee maker. K-Cup soup? That's right. You will soon be able to make soup from your coffee maker.
Man Kicked Out of Universal Studios Orlando Over Police T-Shirt
Next time you go to Universal Studios in Orlando, don't wear a police shirt. A man was kicked out of the theme park for wearing a shirt that said "police" on it.
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Bans Smoking on Cabin Balconies
Royal Caribbean is the latest cruise line to ban smoking on cabin balconies. The new rule will apply to all ships except those based out of Asia.
Tropical Storm Gabrielle Drops Rain on Puerto Rico, Moves Towards Dominican Republic
Tropical Storm Gabrielle is letting its presence be known in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. The storm caused heavy rains in Puerto Rico early Thursday and is on its way to the Dominican Republic.
TSA PreCheck Program Expanded to 60 More Airports
The TSA PreCheck Program is being expanded. The Transportation Security Administration announced on Wednesday that it will expand the quick screening process to 60 more airports this year. This will give tens of millions of Americans the chance to go through airport security without even having to take their shoes off.
Body at Castaic Lake: Burning Corpse Found as Police Search for Missing Teen
A body was found near Castaic Lake on Wednesday, which has authorities baffled as the area is where authorities have been on the search for a missing 19-year-old man. It is not clear if the body, which was left burning, is of the boy they've been looking for.
United Airlines Fined $350,000 For Not Giving Refunds Quickly
United Airlines has been fined $350,000 by the Department of Transportation for not providing refunds to customers within a timely manner.
Family Finds Gold: $300,000 Treasure Found During Vacation Off Florida Coast
A Florida family had an extra lucky vacation. The family found gold over the weekend off the coast of Fort Pierce. They found the treasure in gold coins and chains. The loot is estimated to be worth $300,000.
Chick-Fil-A Free Breakfast: Fast Food Chain Offers Free Breakfast from Sept. 9-14
Chick-fil-A is offering free breakfast as part of a special promotion. From September 9 to 14, customers can stop by a Chick-fil-A restaurant and enjoy a complimentary breakfast entree through its "Breakfast on Us" promotion.
iPhone 5S Release Date: Apple Sends Invitations to September 10 Announcement Event
It's official. Apple will announce the supposed iPhone 5S release date and reveal the new product at a special event on September 10.
Greyhound Passengers Fear Being Infected with TB After Riding With Sick Passenger
Some Greyhound bus passengers are not too happy after they say they were forced to share a bus with a very sick passenger. It is believed that the passenger was suffering from tuberculosis.
Severe Turbulence Injures 12 on TAM Airlines Flight to Brazil
Passengers on a TAM Airlines flight experiences turbulence that was so extreme that 12 people, including passengers and crew members, were injured. The flight, which was flying from Madrid to Sao Paulo had to make an unscheduled landing following the incident.
Passenger Uses Promoted Tweet to Shame British Airways After Losing His Luggage
What's one way to deal with an unsatisfactory airline? By writing a series of slanderous, promoted Tweets on Twitter.
