Travel December 24 Your holiday travel plans could be ruined if you wear one particular item to the airport The TSA is advising holiday travelers to skip sparkly sweaters and sequined outfits at airport security checkpoints, as glittery clothing can trigger extra screening.
Travel December 22 Flying for Christmas? Avoid 3 travel mistakes that ruin holiday trips and get people in trouble Three major travel issues can turn Christmas flights into chaos and add more stress than necessary, from overpacking to rude behavior, say former flight attendants.
Hackers December 21 FBI warns of fake kidnapping photos used in new scam FBI warns cybercriminals are stealing family photos from social media to create fake proof of life images in virtual kidnapping scams targeting victims.
Travel December 19 Public safety concerns lead to cancellation of major New Year’s Eve events: What to know Paris, Tokyo and Belgrade have canceled certain New Year's Eve events as the NYPD prepares for the Times Square ball drop. Here's what to know about security issues.
Travel December 18 US officials warn snowbirds of 'violent crime' in winter destination hot spot A Safety alert from the U.S. Embassy in Mexico is warning snowbird tourists of violent crime risks in Mexico during the winter holidays. The alert covers tourist destinations nationwide.
Travel December 17 Airports allow non-traveling public past security entrances for first time in decades Oakland airport introduces guest passes, allowing non-passengers to accompany travelers past security — reviving a pre-9/11 tradition at U.S. airports.
Travel December 16 US alerts tourists of 'unpredictable security situation' in popular holiday destination Americans are warned by the U.S. government to avoid the Thailand-Cambodia border amid armed conflict. The travel alert is issued as fighting kills dozens and displaces thousands.
Travel December 16 'Massive' rat spotted running through airplane forces cancellation of vacation flight Shocking video shows rat scurrying through KLM flight cabin from Amsterdam to the Caribbean, forcing airline to cancel connecting flight to Bonaire for safety.
Travel December 11 Pilot program at major airport tracks movement, approves international flyers' identity Orlando International Airport tests 90-day biometric program serving 155,695 daily passengers, eliminating passports on select international flights.
Travel December 4 US renews 'do not travel' alert over terrorism, kidnapping amid Trump narco-terror fight The State Department renewed its "do not travel" warning for Venezuela, urging an immediate departure for Americans due to crime, terrorism and detention risks.
Travel December 1 New TSA policy to charge passengers nearly $50 if they don't have acceptable ID The Transportation Security Administration will charge passengers a $45 fee starting Feb. 1, 2026, for arriving at airport checkpoints without proper ID.