Thor Pedersen, a Danish adventurer, embarked on an extraordinary journey to visit every country in the world without flying. Starting in 2013, he aimed to complete this feat in four years, but unforeseen challenges extended his voyage to nearly a decade. Throughout his travels, Pedersen relied on ground and sea transportation, navigating through diverse terrains...
Travel can get tricky when entry requirements shift, and the U.S. passport new entry rules can certainly be classified as “tricky.” In 2025, several countries are updating their rules for travelers holding U.S. passports. Whether it’s visa changes, health mandates, or new document demands, staying informed is key. These changes affect how Americans plan trips,...
A shocking incident occurred at the Colosseum in Rome on May 2, 2025, when a 47-year-old American tourist, residing in Taiwan, was impaled on a spiked metal fence while attempting to climb it. The man, who was visiting the famous landmark with family and friends, reportedly tried to scale the iron gate to capture a...
Rising sea levels are threatening coastal cities worldwide. Experts warn that millions of people could be displaced by 2050 due to flooding caused by melting ice sheets and climate change. It’s not just a distant problem; many cities are already experiencing increased flooding and sinking land. This article looks at 10 high flood risk cities...
Americans living abroad have always sought new experiences, better job prospects, and sometimes just a fresh start. For decades, many countries welcomed U.S. citizens with open arms, offering everything from remote work visas to long-term residency paths. But lately, the landscape is shifting. In 2025, several nations are rethinking their immigration policies and cracking down...
The U.S. Department of State recently updated its travel advisories, expanding its Level 4 “Do Not Travel” list to include 21 countries. This updated travel warning highlights regions where terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and wrongful detention present serious dangers. Americans planning international trips must understand these warnings. The advisories follow careful evaluations of local conditions,...
A luxury yacht trip turned disastrous when a $4.5 million vessel sank near Miami Beach. This event left 30 influencers stranded at sea. The luxury yacht, designed for a smaller group, was dangerously overloaded. This unexpected sinking shocked everyone involved and caught media attention quickly. What was meant to be a glamorous outing became a...
A chilling message from a federal air traffic controller has cast a spotlight on Newark airport: “Don’t fly into Newark.” These words didn’t come from an angry traveler or a frustrated employee. Instead, they came from someone at the center of the system, a person responsible for keeping planes safely in the air. For millions...
A parent grieving the loss of a child will sometimes go to great lengths to try and ease their pain. This is what Rosalia Lombardo’s father did when she passed in 1920, just days before her second birthday. 100 years later, Rosalia is know as The Girl in the Glass Coffin, Sleeping Beauty, The World’s...
A recent crocodile attack has left many shaking their heads in disbelief. Have you ever seen those performers who pose like statues, completely still, until they suddenly move and scare someone half to death? It’s all in good fun, of course. But imagine a situation just like that, except the “statue” is actually a very...
In the wilderness of Mongolia, an ancient tribe lives away from modern life. The Dukha people are also known as the Tsaatan, which translates to ‘those with reindeer,’ and they are the last tribe in the world who rides these animals. Their numbers are dwindling, with only a few hundred left in the community in...
As of May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers need to present a compliant license or another federally accepted form of ID to board domestic flights or access federal buildings. Many people still don’t realize their standard driver’s license may no longer meet the new rules. This change, long in the making, finally takes effect after years...