October 28 Biblical studies student illegally in U.S. allegedly stabs two teens with metal fork, slaps woman on flight A 28-year-old Indian national was arrested after a violent outburst on a Lufthansa plane forced an emergency landing in Boston, prosecutors say.
October 28 More than 20 'ill-prepared' hypothermic hikers rescued from snowy conditions on New England's highest peak Over 20 unprepared hikers rescued from Mount Washington summit in New Hampshire after getting trapped in whiteout conditions, many suffering hypothermia.
October 28 Archaeologists unearth secrets of Lancaster County's oldest tavern, buried for centuries beneath pasture Archaeologists recently uncovered the likely remains of Lancaster County's oldest colonial tavern from 1725, revealing thousands of artifacts that offer historically significant insights.
October 27 Flight attendant's costly error leads to grounding of Delta flight, long passenger delays A Delta flight was delayed at a Pittsburgh airport after an attendant accidentally deploys emergency slide before takeoff, costing the airline thousands in repairs and passenger delays.
October 27 Tourist falls into canal in viral mishap, blames it on Google Maps' directions: See the video Google Maps apparently led a Polish visitor into a Venice canal in a viral video — highlighting navigation challenges in an Italian city struggling with overtourism issues.
October 27 Cruise ship crew member goes overboard in Mediterranean, urgent search underway A Viking Star crew member went overboard in the Mediterranean Sea during a cruise on Monday, prompting the Italian Coast Guard to launch a search.
October 27 Search underway for Viking Star crew member overboard in Mediterranean Sea A search is underway in the Mediterranean Sea after a Viking Star crew member went overboard during a cruise on Monday. (Credit: Andrew Fone)
October 27 Former FAA official warns of major flight disruptions as government shutdown nears one-month mark Air traffic controllers struggle without paychecks during 27-day shutdown. Expert predicts travel chaos similar to 2019 unless government reopens soon.
October 27 3,000-year-old Egyptian fortress uncovered along route tied to biblical Exodus Archaeologists in Egypt discovered a 3,000-year-old fortress along the Horus Military Road, which was referenced in the Book of Exodus. It dates back to the New Kingdom period.
October 26 Top travel destinations gaining buzz for 2026 trips revealed in new report Discover 2026's hottest travel destinations according to Expedia's trend report. Big Sky, Montana, Okinawa, Japan, and Sardinia, Italy, lead emerging spots for travelers.