Articles by Katie McFadden
FAA to Investigate Use of Electronic Devices on Planes During Takeoff & Landing
For many years, airlines have enforced rules restricting cell phone use on planes during takeoff and landing. Now, the Federal Aviation Administration will conduct a study to determine whether or not electronic devices can be used on flights during all times on flights.
Dr. Phil's Car, a Classic Chevy Convertible Worth $100,000, Stolen From California Repair Shop
Television psychiatrist Dr. Phil is dealing with a tough loss. His car, a two-door vintage '57 Chevy convertible worth $100,000, was stolen from a repair shop.
Tropical Storm Isaac, 9th Storm of 2012 Hurricane Season, Cancels Flights and Closes Airports in Louisiana and Mississippi
Tropical Storm Isaac, the 9th storm of the 2012 Hurricane season is sirring up trouble in and around the Gulf of Mexico. Hundreds of flights have been cancelled around Florida, Mississippi, Louisiana and more and entire airports are expected to be shut down as Isaac makes its way towards New Orleans, just seven years after Hurricane Katrina hit.
Bill Nye the Science Guy Dead? TV Scientist Becomes Victim of Social Media Death Hoax
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the science educator behind the popular childhood show, is dead, according to Twitter and Facebook. However, he's just one of the many victims of a social media death hoax.
Bill Cosby Dead? Comedian Becomes Victim of Social Media Death Hoax... Again
Bill Cosby, the comedian and educator, best known for "The Cosby Show" is dead, according to Twitter and Facebook.
Tiger Escapes and Kills Keeper At Cologne Zoo in Germany
A day at the zoo ended in tragedy as a tiger escaped from its cage and killed a female keeper before being shot dead.
Brazilian Man Tries to Bring 27 Snakes on a Plane at Orlando International Airport
The movie "Snakes on a Plane" was almost a reality as a Brazilian man tried to sneak 27 snakes on a flight from Orlando International Airport. Fortunately he couldn't get past security with his hissing luggage.
Cholera Outbreak in Sierra Leone and Guinea Worst in History, Over 200 Deaths and Counting
Sierra Leone and Guinea in West Africa are dealing with a deadly cholera outbreak. At least 224 people have died in one of the worst cholera outbreaks Sierra Leone has ever seen and it is just getting worse. Neighboring Guinea has had about 100 deaths.
Burning Man Festival 2012: What is Burning Man Exactly? [VIDEOS]
The Burning Man Festival kicks off Monday, August 27, and some may be wondering what this event is exactly. Why are over 50,000 people expected to gather at a desert for the next week? Although many say you can never understand it until you've gone there yourself, here is a quick guide of what the Burning Man Festival is in general.
iPhone 5 Release Date Expected For September 21: AT&T & Verizon Block Employee Vacations in Preparation
The iPhone 5 is expected to be released soon and there is more and more proof showing that the expected release date of September 21 is not just a rumor. iPhone service provider, AT&T has called for a vacation blackout starting Sept. 21, so its employees will be around to deal with the iPhone madness that will ensue once it hits stores.
Tropical Storm Isaac, 9th Storm of 2012 Hurricane Season, Cancels Over 1,000 Flights in Florida
Tropical Storm Isaac, the 9th storm of the 2012 Hurricane season is causing a real headache for travelers. The storm has already caused hundreds of flights to be cancelled and delayed, with more to come.
Tropical Storm Isaac Follows Eerily Similar Path of Hurricane Katrina, Could Hit New Orleans on Anniversary [MAPS]
Just as the 7th anniversary of the day that Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans approaches, Tropical Storm Isaac is set on an almost identical path and Louisiana is about get rocked hard once again as Tropical Storm Isaac could become a Category 2 hurricane by the time it hits.
Neil Armstrong, First Man on the Moon, Dies at 82 [VIDEO]
Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, has died. He was 82. Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, has died. He was 82. Earlier in the month, Armstrong had heart bypass surgery to relieve blocked coronary ateries, shortly after his birthday on August 5.
Cape Cod Shark Attack Caught on Tape: Great White Feasts on Seal Carcass [VIDEO]
This has been shark summer in Cape Cod, especially for Great Whites. A recent shark attack was caught on tape, but luckily the victim was only a seal carcass. A family on a fishing trip caught a great white feasting right near their boat on video.
Ty Warner, Beanie Baby Billionaire, Gives $20,000 Donation to Stranger Who Gave Him Directions
Everyone gets lost in their travels. Ty Warner, the billionaire businessman behind the 1990's trend, Beanie Babies, stopped to ask for directions, and gave the woman who helped him a $20,000 tip.
Diner en Blanc Chicago 2012: First Official Flash Feast Set For August 24
Dîner en Blanc, the elegant flash mob feast, is set to take place in Chicago for the second year in a row, but this will be the first official all white feast. On August 24, a thousand people are expected to gather at a secret iconic location in Chi-town for the viral event.
Tropical Storm Isaac, 9th Storm of 2012 Hurricane Season, Forces 9 Major Cruise Ships To Change Itineraries [MAPS]
Tropical Storm Isaac, the 9th storm of the 2012 Hurricane Season is threatening many cruise ships sailing out of Florida and around the Caribbean this week. Nine ships, all part of major cruise lines, have changed their itineraries in some way.
Hippo Stuck in a Pool at South African Game Reserve Dies Before Rescue [VIDEO]
South Africans spent several days rooting for a hippo stuck in a pool, however story ended in tragedy as the animal died shortly before being rescued.
Prince Harry Vegas Pictures Spark Las Vegas Ad Campaign Reminding Tourists to Stick to the Code
Prince Harry's naked pictures scandal has proven that "What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas" might not be so true. Las Vegas has started an ad campaign to remind people to uphold the code and to think before sending out evidence of just how wild things can get in Sin City.
Empire State Building Shooting: Several Dead and Wounded, New Yorkers Live Tweet Shooting
A shooting has taken place outside the Empire State Building in Midtown Manhattan in New York City on Friday morning.
Prince Harry Naked Vegas Pictures Lead to Boost in Las Vegas Tourism
Prince Harry's naked picture scandal seems to be a good thing for Las Vegas tourism. Ever since the royal bachelor's Vegas pictures were released, there has been a boost in travel inquires to Las Vegas. Travel companies are reporting a surge of interest in Sin City.
Diner En Blanc Philadelphia: Elegant Flash Feast Set For August 23
Dîner en Blanc, the elegant flash mob feast, is set to take place in Philadelphia for the first time. On August 23, over a thousand people are expected to gather at a secret iconic location in Philly for the viral event.
Idaho Woman Goes 'Sleep Swimming' for Third Time in Five Weeks
An Idaho woman has taken sleep walking to a whole new level. She was found on a river bank after 'sleep swimming.'
Wynn Hotel Las Vegas: Sin City Hotspot Where Prince Harry Partied it Up and Stripped Down
The Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas is getting some more attention as Prince Harry chose this Sin City hotspot to party it up and strip down naked during his vacation.
Rudest Airports in the UK and Europe: London's Luton and Paris' Charles de Gaulle Top the List
Those who attended the Olympics may have had an unpleasant airport experience as London's Luton Airport was named the rudest airport in the UK according to a survey. Out of the European airports, Paris' Charles De Gaulle as found to be the rudest.
Sleeping Woman Misses Paris Plane Stop and Endures 18-Hour Flight Back to Lahore
A woman missed her plane stop in Paris after falling asleep. Missing a stop on a bus or a train can be a minor inconvenience during a day, but missing a stop on a plane can lead to an 18-hour non-stop round trip.
Women Sue Marriott International After Being Bitten By Bed Bugs During Hotel Stay
A Chicago hotel is being sued for having an unwanted guest-bed bugs. A Chicago hotel is being sued for having an unwanted guest-bed bugs. Two disgusted travellers claim that they and their families were bitten by bed bug at a suburban hotel in Chicago.
Big Name Hotels and Travel Sites Sued for Price-Fixing Scheme
Some big name hotel companies and online travel agencies are facing a lawsuit, accusing them of price fixing. The lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in San Francisco alleges that Hilton Hotels, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International and others conspired with travel sites like Expedia, Travelocity and Priceline.com subsidiary Booking.com to fix hotel prices around the country.
Luxury Pet Hotel to Open in New York City
A new luxury hotel with double beds and flat-screen televisions is coming to New York City. However, it's just for dogs.
Tropical Storm Isaac, 9th Storm of 2012 Hurricane Season, Threatens the Caribbean, Florida and Cruise Ships
Tropical storm Isaac, the 9th storm of the 2012 Hurricane Season, is growing stronger and threatening the Caribbean, Cuba, Florida and even cruise ships.
