Travel
FAA extends ban on U.S. commercial flights to Haiti’s capital because of risk from gangs
A Federal Aviation Administration ban on U.S. commercial flights to Haiti's capital that expired Monday has been extended to March 7, 2026 because of the risk that powerful gangs might attack flights with drones and small arms.
A downturn in international travel to the U.S. may last beyond summer, experts warn
For a few hopeful weeks this summer, a bright billboard on the major highway linking Toronto to New York greeted Canadian drivers with a simple message: "Buffalo Loves Canada."
Trump orders federal buildings to be built as Classical architecture
President Trump called for all federal public buildings to be built in a Classical style to honor tradition, foster civic pride, and inspire the citizenry.
Amtrak launches next-generation Acela trains running between Boston, D.C.
Amtrak debuted its new faster Acela trains Thursday, running along the Northeast Corridor between Boston and Washington.
Wildfire mitigation efforts in U.K. complicated by exploding WWII bombs
A wildfire that broke out at Britain's North York Moors National Park has burned for weeks, reaching a ground layer containing unexploded ordnance from World War II.
Director warns that the Van Gogh Museum may close if the Dutch government doesn’t help fund repairs
The Amsterdam museum that displays a priceless collection of works by one of the world's most popular artists, Vincent van Gogh, may have to close if the Dutch government doesn't help foot the bill for major repairs to its aging building, the museum's director said Thursday.
High above the Arctic Circle, these Philly cheesesteaks are filled with moose and reindeer meat
Forget Philadelphia: In the far north of Sweden, locals and tourists alike chow down on Arctic cheesesteaks, their hoagie rolls piled high with moose and reindeer meat.
Transportation Dept. to run Union Station, aims to improve commercial prospects, clear out homeless
The Trump administration on Wednesday said it plans to take managerial control of Union Station to unlock the historic station's commercial potential.
Beach on a budget: Greeks settle for day trips, priced out of iconic destinations
Bus coupon in hand, Diamantoula Vassiliou headed for the sea, determined to make the most of her brief beach excursion.
Delta, United sued for selling windowless ‘window’ seats
Passengers filed lawsuits against Delta Air Lines and United Airlines recently, contending that the companies sold them window seats that did not have windows.
National Park rangers face possible prosecution after flying transgender flag at Yosemite
The battle over trans rights is unfolding against the backdrop of one of the most renowned rock climbing destinations in the country.
Paris residents fight overtourism and ‘Disneyfication’ of beloved Montmartre neighborhood
When Olivier Baroin moved into an apartment in Montmartre about 15 years ago, it felt like he was living in a village in the heart of Paris. Not anymore.
Las Vegas tourism is down. Some blame Trump’s tariffs and immigration crackdown
Tourism in Las Vegas is slumping this summer, with resorts and convention centers reporting fewer visitors compared to last year, especially from abroad, and some officials are blaming the Trump administration's tariffs and immigration policies for the decline.
Air Canada reaches deal with flight attendant union to end strike; operations to gradually restart
Air Canada said Tuesday it will gradually restart operations after reaching an agreement with the union for 10,000 flight attendants to end a strike.
Air Canada suspends restart plans after flight attendants union defies return to work order
Air Canada said it suspended plans to restart operations on Sunday after the union representing 10,000 flight attendants said it would defy a return-to-work order. The strike was already affecting about 130,000 travelers around the world per day during the peak summer travel season.
