Articles by Katie McFadden
Cruise Ship Bomb Threat Shuts Down Port Canaveral
A bomb threat temporarily closed Port Canaveral and caused a cruise ship's departure to be delayed on Thursday.
Flight Attendant Applicant Denied Interview Over Tattoos in Possible Civil Rights Law Violation
A man who applied to a job as a flight attendant for Republic Airways says the airline refused to interview him because of his tattoos and they violated civil rights laws by doing so.
Cruise Company Cancels Trip & Doesn't Refund Passengers
What do you do when your cruise-booking website cancels your cruise and you have to fight for your money back? That's what many who booked a wine trip through finefoodandwinecruises.com are trying to figure out.
United Airlines Plane Goes off the Runway at Cleveland Airport
A United Airlines plane slid off the runway at an Ohio airport on Friday morning. The flight ran off the pavement right after landing.
Winter Storm: How to Prepare and Drive Safely in Winter Weather
Driving around in the snow, cold and harsh weather can be extremely dangerous for drivers but if you must drive, there are some ways to prepare and some techniques to use to make road travel a bit safer.
Best Cars For the Money 2013, According to U.S. News & World Report
Looking to buy a new car for that next road trip, but you want a car that'll be worth the thousands of dollars your spend on it? US News & World Report released a list of the 2013 Best Cars for the money to help make the decision easier.
Ric Flair Dead? Wrestler Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoax
Ric Flair is dead. At least that's what the internet is saying. However, the professional wrestler didn't die. He's just the latest victim of an internet car crash death hoax. Ric Flair is just fine.
Health Officials Track Down Passengers on Plane With Man Who Brought Coronavirus to the UK
Those who were on a plane with the first person in the UK to be diagnosed with a mysterious Sars-like virus called coronavirus are being tracked down so that they can be tested for the illness.
Jet Crash Kills 5: Small Plane Crashes off Runway at a Georgia Airport
A small jet crash killed five people on Wednesday. The small plane carrying seven people crashed off the runway after landing at a Georgia airport.
Air India Pilot's Rap Video, Criticizing the Airline, Causes Some Heat [VIDEO]
A pilot who chose to create a rap in which he criticized his job with Air India is facing some heat. The pilot released a five-minute video which has gone viral and Air India isn't too happy about it.
Las Vegas Shooting: Three Killed in Drive-By Shooting on the Las Vegas Strip
Three were killed in a shooting on the Las Vegas strip on Thursday. Three were killed in a shooting on the Las Vegas strip on Thursday. In a drive-by shooting in front of the Bally's Hotel & Casino, the occupants of a black Range Rover SUV pulled aside and shot at the people inside a Maserati early Thursday morning.
Body of Canadian Tourist, Elisa Lam, Found in Hotel Water Tank
The body of Elisa Lam, a Canadian tourist who went missing, was found in a hotel water tank. The body of Elisa Lam, a Canadian tourist who went missing, was found in a hotel water tank.
Winter Storm: Hundreds of Flights Canceled Due to Midwest Snow Storm
Many airlines are canceling flights due to a major winter storm in the midwest. Hundreds of flights have been cancelled which is sure to cause a travel headache for thousands of people. Travel is expected to be disrupted Thursday and Friday.
British Airways to Offer Lower Fares to Those Who Travel with Hand Luggage Only
Traveling light? It could save you more money than you think. British Airways will start charging less for passengers who only carry hand luggage.
Oliver Sykes Dead? Musician Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoax
Oliver Sykes is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However Oli, the singer from Bring Me the Horizon didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet death hoax.
Scorpion Found on a JetBlue Flight, Plane Taken Out of Service
A JetBlue plane had to be taken out of service after a scorpion was spotted on a flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico to Orlando.
BRIT Awards Live Stream: Watch Live Video of 2013 Awards Show in London [VIDEO]
The BRIT Awards 2013 are here! The 33rd annual BRIT Awards are taking place on February 20. Dozens of artists will join together at the O2 Arena in London for a night full of music. For those who can't be there or watch it on TV, there is a live stream video of the Brit Awards which you'll find right here.
Master Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to Host Dinners & Other Events on Crystal Symphony Cruise Ship
Master Chef Nobu Matsuhisa is going cruising! The sushi master will be joining Crystal Cruises 12-day Rome-Istanbul Black Sea voyage on Crystal Symphony starting Jul 13. He will he joined by Fumio Hazu the Sake Master to present a culinary and sake experience unlike any other.
New Casino Bankruptcy: Revel in Atlantic City Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
A new Atlantic City casino is already filing for bankruptcy. Revel had a lot of promise when it opened last year but the new casino announced that it will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in March.
Top 10 Beaches in the US & the World According to TripAdvisor
It's the middle of winter and many may be dreaming of dropping everything and flying to a warm, relaxing beach at this point. Some beaches are better than others though and to help travelers decide which one to go to, TripAdvisor released their 2013 Travelers' Choice Beaches Awards. They determined the Top 10 Beaches in the US and in the World.
TSA Detains & Terrorizes Little Girl in a Wheelchair [VIDEO]
The TSA recently terrorized a little wheelchair-bound girl by treating her like a terrorist. When the 4-year-old girl was subject to a Transportation Security Administration pat down, her parents tried to film the ordeal as their little girl was left in tears, but the TSA told the family that filming them was illegal.
Kansas Considers Putting Limits on TSA Pat-Downs
Lawmakers in Kansas are considering putting restrictions on TSA pat-downs. Lawmakers in Kansas are considering putting restrictions on TSA pat-downs. A bill sponsored by 21 House members would make it illegal for Transportation Security Administration agents to touch passenger's private parts during a pat-down.
Top 5 Travel Scams To Watch Out For
Vacations can be an enjoyable and relaxing time to let your guard down, but it is important to not relax too much. Unfortunately tourists can become victims of scams. Travel deal site, Cheapflights.com determined the Top 10 Travel Scams to Watch Out For so that tourists can be safe while on vacation.
Top 10 Most Popular Tours in the UK: Harry Potter Locations Dominate Tourist's Must-Do List
What's the biggest tourist attraction in the UK? Harry Potter of course! Tour operator British Tours Ltd. Determined the Top 10 Most Popular Tours for Visitors to the UK.
Bonnaroo 2013 Lineup: Paul McCartney to Headline Four-Day Music Festival
The Bonnaroo 2013 lineup is here and it's pretty epic. Dozens of huge bands, singers and celebrities will be attending the four-day music festival in Tennessee.
Diamond Heist at Brussels Airport: Thieves Get Away With Millions of Dollars Worth of Diamonds
Police are on the hunt for eight men who were involved in a huge diamond heist at Brussels' international airport on Monday.
NFL Player, Da'Quan Bowers, Accused of Having Gun at LaGuardia Airport
A football player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was accused of having a gun at a New York airport. A football player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was accused of having a gun at a New York airport.
Tony Romo Car Accident: Internet Hoax Claims Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Breaks Both Legs
Tony Romo broke both of his legs in a car crash. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the Dallas Cowboys quarterback didn't break his legs because he was never in a car accident. Romo is the victim of an Internet hoax.
Carnival Triumph Fire Cause Revealed by Coast Guard
The cause of the fire that broke out on Carnival Triumph, causing it to be left adrift for days, has been determined. The U.S. Coast Guard said the fire started due to a leak in a fuel-oil return line running from one of the ship's engines.
Toddler Slapper Loses Job: Joe Rickey Hundley Unemployed After Hitting Baby on Delta Flight
Joe Rickey Hundley, the toddler slapper lost has lost his job. Hundley was charged with assault after he hit a baby that wouldn't stop crying on a plane.
