Vacation Destinations - Page 42

July 22, 2025

Higher cancer rates linked to WWII radioactive waste in Midwestern creek

Radioactive contamination from Coldwater Creek in Missouri linked to higher cancer rates, a Harvard study finds, as Congress expands the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.

July 22, 2025

Trump admin implodes literal Biden roadblock with potential to unleash major mining windfall

Alaska Natives praise Trump administration's 28,000-acre land transfer that could enable resource development previously blocked by Biden's environmental concerns.

July 18, 2025

Officials at popular tourist spot cave to protesters who called out Americans

Mexico City officials announce plans to address gentrification after locals protest mass tourism, with demonstrators targeting American visitors amid a 70% increase in U.S. residents.

July 15, 2025

Teen run over by a truck while sunbathing on the beach

Oak Island authorities responded when a GMC pickup truck conducting beach survey work struck a teenage girl lying on the beach, sending her to hospital.

July 13, 2025

Summer beach day turns dangerous as lightning strikes three at St. Augustine Pier in Florida

A lightning incident at Florida's St. Augustine Pier left three injured and beachgoers in panic, highlighting safety concerns as the US reports six lightning fatalities in 2025.

July 10, 2025

Young crewmember murdered aboard luxury superyacht in paradise destination

South African yacht stewardess Paige Bell was found murdered on a luxury vessel in the Bahamas and a fellow crewmember was reportedly charged in her death.

July 10, 2025

Florida tourist hotspot nearly becomes sanctuary city before leaders reverse ICE policy

Florida's Key West voted to reinstate its immigration agreement with ICE just one week after ending it, following threats of penalties from Governor DeSantis's administration.

July 8, 2025

Americans targeted in Mexico City as locals protest against tourism and soaring rents

Anti-tourism protests erupted in Mexico City as locals face gentrification challenges similar to Barcelona and Venice demanding stricter housing laws and legislation to regulate tourism levels.

July 7, 2025

Former Army captain critically injured in Bahamas boating hit-and-run during family vacation: report

A family vacation turned tragic when Brent Slough was severely injured by a boat propeller while snorkeling in the Bahamas, with witnesses reporting the boat never stopped.

July 4, 2025

Florida city commissioner 'shocked' to stand alone as colleagues defy Trump immigration crackdown

Florida attorney general warns Key West commissioners of possible removal after voting to end police cooperation with immigration authorities.