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US restricts government travel to Mexican border city over threat concerns

September 7, 2026

US restricts government travel to Mexican border city over threat concerns

The U.S. Consulate in Nogales announced restricted government travel to essential daylight movement only over an unspecified threat in Sonora, Mexico.

Rome ramps up security around Colosseum with new ‘red zone’ targeting criminals

September 6, 2026

Rome ramps up security around Colosseum with new ‘red zone’ targeting criminals

Rome's new red zone around the Colosseum targets predatory crime and disorder after a violent July 1 confrontation involving roughly 50 people.

American Airlines passenger duct-taped to seat after alleged racist, homophobic midair outburst

September 5, 2026

American Airlines passenger duct-taped to seat after alleged racist, homophobic midair outburst

Video and photos show passengers restraining a man with duct tape and zip ties on an American Airlines flight after a violent and racist midair outburst.

Americans headed for high-risk nation urged to prepare wills, leave DNA samples ahead of time

September 4, 2026

Americans headed for high-risk nation urged to prepare wills, leave DNA samples ahead of time

The State Department's Libya travel advisory warns of kidnapping, terrorism and landmines. It also urges Americans to write a will and leave DNA samples with doctors.

Frightening scene unfolds on iconic sky ride as child falls down onto boardwalk

September 3, 2026

Frightening scene unfolds on iconic sky ride as child falls down onto boardwalk

A young child fell from Casino Pier's Sky Ride in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, and her aunt then jumped down after her in a frightening boardwalk incident.

'We need to return immediately,' flight crew warns as pilot health emergency unfolds

September 2, 2026

'We need to return immediately,' flight crew warns as pilot health emergency unfolds

Air traffic control audio captured the urgent moment a Delta Air Lines crew declared a potential pilot incapacitation minutes after takeoff and asked to return to the airport.

Terrorism, armed conflict prompt stark warning for Americans visiting scenic spot

September 2, 2026

Terrorism, armed conflict prompt stark warning for Americans visiting scenic spot

The U.S. State Department is warning Americans against travel to the Middle Eastern destination of Oman, citing drone and missile attacks from Iran and terrorism.

Climber stranded on 6-inch ledge at 11,000 feet as 46 mph winds ground rescue helicopter

September 2, 2026

Climber stranded on 6-inch ledge at 11,000 feet as 46 mph winds ground rescue helicopter

After strong winds grounded rescue helicopters, a climber stranded on a 6-inch ledge at 11,000 feet on Laurel Mountain triggered an overnight technical rescue.

Travelers warned of murder, kidnappings and drink-spiking robberies in vacation hot spot

September 1, 2026

Travelers warned of murder, kidnappings and drink-spiking robberies in vacation hot spot

The U.S. State Department warns Americans about express kidnappings, drink drugging and armed robbery across Brazil, with Rio de Janeiro flagged specifically.

Deadly mystery unfolds as canoeists are found unresponsive after midnight trip

September 1, 2026

Deadly mystery unfolds as canoeists are found unresponsive after midnight trip

Two canoeists launched onto California's Tomales Bay before midnight to see bioluminescence. By morning, a search-and-rescue team found both dead.