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April 17

Long lines form at tribal gas stations as drivers chase steep discounts amid high fuel costs

Some U.S. drivers report saving up to 75 cents per gallon by filling up at tribal gas stations in various locations, which often skip state fuel taxes on tribal land.

April 17

Man, woman killed in rip current as lifeguard shortage leaves danger zones in beach destination

Florida's Space Coast faces a critical lifeguard shortage with 45 unfilled roles as two adults die in a Cocoa Beach rip current while saving a child.

April 17

Influencer’s safari getaway turns deadly days after proposal as police question fiancé, family demands answers

Influencer Ashly Robinson, also known as Ashlee Jenae, died in Zanzibar after a reported misunderstanding with her fiancé, authorities say in probe.

April 17

Airport lounge chaos goes viral as kids run wild and passengers ditch basic etiquette

Once-exclusive airport lounges are now packed with credit card holders, leading to reported food raids, chaos and heated etiquette debates online. Experts weigh in.

April 16

Two adults drown trying to save child from rip current at understaffed Cocoa Beach

Brevard County officials are urgently recruiting to fill at least 45 lifeguard vacancies following a tragic double drowning in South Cocoa Beach where two adults died attempting to rescue a child from a rip current. 

April 16

Travelers may be slapped with 'ridiculous' new fees as popular city seeks millions per year

Galway City in Ireland is considering a nightly tourist tax that could raise $2.1 million a year, drawing both support and sharp criticism from local leaders.

April 16

Pilots accidentally broadcast 'meowing' over Reagan National Airport frequency

Pilots were heard making meow and animal noises over an open air traffic control frequency at Reagan National Airport, drawing concern and amusement.

April 16

California hiker's body found naked in Big Sur backcountry

Hikers found the body of 37-year-old Joanna Shields in California's Big Sur with reported strangulation marks. Toxicology results are still pending.

April 16

American travelers warned about popular low-cost beach destination as global tensions rise

U.S. officials have issued a travel advisory for Tirana, Albania, urging American tourists to exercise increased vigilance amid ongoing Iran-related tensions.

April 16

Las Vegas ‘pricing problem' is scaring off tourists from 'greatest city in the world,' says Rick Harrison

Las Vegas tourism dropped 7.5% last year, according to the LVCVA. Rick Harrison of "Pawn Stars" says more casinos must lower prices to keep attracting visitors to Vegas.