California January 19 California hiker found dead after striking out to search for missing group A hiker was found dead in the California mountains after searching for lost friends, authorities said. Rescue teams successfully saved the initial four missing hikers.
Sharks January 19 Australian boy fighting for life after shark attack, rescued by friends in Sydney Harbor waters A 12-year-old boy is fighting for his life after a catastrophic shark attack in Sydney Harbor. He was rescued by heroic friends who leaped from a cliff to save him.
Travel January 18 Cheapest days to visit Disney: Here's what you need to know before booking your trip New analysis reveals the cheapest days to visit Walt Disney World in 2026, with August, September, and October offering the lowest ticket prices.
California January 18 Newsom defies Trump administration, declares free parks for MLK Day California Gov. Gavin Newsom responded to the Trump administration's decision to scrap free national park entry on MLK Day, offering free admission to 200-plus state parks.
Travel January 18 World’s most beautiful airport crowned and it’s right here in the United States San Francisco International Airport's Harvey Milk Terminal 1 wins top honor as world's most beautiful airport terminal from Prix Versailles awards.
Travel January 18 Golden Globe winner recounts heated exchange with first-class airline passenger: 'My Boston came out' Golden Globe winner Amy Poehler revealed a heated flight argument of years ago on her award-winning podcast "Good Hang." She was talking with "Mean Girls" costar Ana Gasteyer.
Discovery January 18 Ancient Christian monastery complex reveals lives of Byzantine monks before Arab conquest An ancient Christian monastic complex was recently discovered in Egypt's Sohag Governorate. The finds reveal the details of Byzantine-era monastic life, officials said.
National Parks January 18 Dinosaur fossils unearthed during parking lot construction at national park Construction workers made an incredible discovery at Dinosaur National Monument when parking lot work unearthed fossils believed to belong to the Diplodocus.
Travel January 17 Barefoot walker's extreme travel challenge sparks expert's warning about potential copycats In a world record attempt, an Irish man is walking barefoot on a 3,400-mile trek from Istanbul to Ireland, and a fitness expert shares a health advisory for others.
Discovery January 17 Construction crews find remnants of devastating 18th-century fires beneath iconic American city French Quarter artifacts from the Fire of 1788 and the Fire of 1794 were discovered during a $9 million water main project on St. Peter Street in New Orleans.
Travel January 17 America's 250th anniversary sparks travel rush as experts issue urgent booking warning America's 250th anniversary celebrations feature historic destinations nationwide, offering numerous family-friendly events. AAA recommends booking early for 2026.