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November 18

Massive underwater ruins could be evidence of Plato's lost Atlantis, researcher insists

Independent researchers led by Michael Donnellan claim to have discovered ancient ruins on Spain's Salmedina Island that could be Plato's lost city of Atlantis.

November 17

FAA is 'back to normal' now: Sean Duffy

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy shares his thoughts on the recent commercial driver's license scandal and the state of the FAA on 'The Ingraham Angle.'

November 17

Former Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to disable engines mid-flight avoids prison time

Former Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson was sentenced after trying to cut fuel to a 2023 passenger flight’s engines after taking psychedelic mushrooms.

November 17

Chimpanzee escapes from Indianapolis Zoo enclosure, triggering emergency lockdown

After a female chimpanzee escaped an enclosure at the Indianapolis Zoo, a lockdown and emergency response were triggered. The animal was safely sedated and returned with no injuries, the zoo said.

November 17

Fake flight cancellation texts target travelers

Fake airline texts claiming flight cancellations are targeting travelers with convincing scams. Learn how cybercriminals steal personal data and credit card info.

November 17

Father dies trying to save 7-year-old daughter after giant wave sweeps her out to sea at California beach

Powerful 15-20 foot wave at Garrapata State Beach pulls young girl into surf, father dies trying to save her. Both bodies have been recovered.

November 17

Ancient snack bar hides Egyptian secret buried for nearly 2,000 years

Archaeologists discovered an Egyptian ceramic vase in a Pompeii fast-food kitchen destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, revealing cultural exchanges in the ancient city.

November 16

Unexpected city tops list for stress-free getaways this year, according to new data

Kraków tops new study as Europe's most stress-free city break destination. Quick 17-minute airport transfers, walkable UNESCO old town and affordable prices make it a great choice.

November 15

Democratic Rep. Brad Sherman denies viewing pornography on flight after viral photos surface online

California congressman Brad Sherman faces viral backlash after photos appeared to show him viewing explicit images on a tablet during a flight, sparking a social media controversy.

November 15

Deadly bacteria that doomed Napoleon's army discovered 213 years after Russian retreat

Scientists recently discovered deadly bacteria in DNA from Napoleon's soldiers' teeth, revealing new causes of death during the catastrophic 1812 Russian retreat.