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June 7, 2024

Kindergartener misses graduation, gets mid-flight celebration instead as passengers cheer

A kindergarten student from Florida celebrates his school graduation mid-flight after missing the ceremony. Xavier Joel walked down the aisle of a Frontier Airlines instead to commemorate.

June 6, 2024

Drinking alcohol before sleeping on a plane could be dangerous, study suggests

Consuming alcohol and then falling asleep on a plane could lead to a drop in blood oxygen levels and a spike in heart rate, a new study has found. Multiple doctors shared insights.

June 6, 2024

Sweden travel guide for an exciting Nordic vacation

This travel guide details some of the must-see places in Sweden, highlighting its breathtaking views, innovative cities and deep-rooted cultural traditions.

June 6, 2024

D-Day veterans' stories live on through AI at the National World War II Museum

The number of World War II veterans is decreasing by the year. The National World War II Museum is using artificial intelligence to help some veterans' stories "live on."

June 5, 2024

Turkish official challenges British claim on Parthenon sculptures' ownership

A Turkish official's doubt on Britain's evidence for legally acquiring the 2,500-year-old Parthenon Marbles has reignited a longstanding cultural dispute.

June 5, 2024

Alaska's capital strikes controversial deal with cruise lines to limit passenger numbers

Alaska’s capital city and major cruise lines have approved an agreement to cap the daily number of cruise ship passengers, drawing criticism from some residents.

June 5, 2024

Hot honeymoon destinations: Bora Bora, Bali and more tropical, international spots for couples

Are you trying to decide where to go on a romantic getaway for your honeymoon? Destinations like Turks and Caicos are popular options among couples.

June 4, 2024

Yellowstone bison gores 83-year-old tourist, lifting her off the ground

An 83-year-old woman from South Carolina was lifted about a foot off the ground while being gored by a bison inside Yellowstone National Park, officials say.

June 3, 2024

Cleaning crew finds 235 pounds of meth at California Airbnb: police

Police in California say a cleaning crew at an Airbnb property discovered boxes that ultimately turned out to be 235 pounds of methamphetamine.

June 3, 2024

Shark attack off California coast leaves 46-year-man hospitalized, beaches closed

Beaches in Del Mar, Calf., about one mile in each direction from where a shark attack over the weekend occurred have been closed and should reopen on Tuesday.