In Switzerland, sledding is not for the faint of heart
Jennifer Veilleux didn’t know what she was getting herself into when she agreed to a winter vacation with friends in Grindelwald, Switzerland. “I got a message from my friend that said, ‘Have you ever thought about going sledding in the Alps?’ ” says the 47-year old geographer and environmental scientist who lives in the Netherlands. “He sent me a link to somebody in a helmet going downhill on a sled, and I thought, ‘Oh, this looks crazy and fun. Let’s do it.’ ” That’s how Veilleux found herself careening down a nearly two-and-a-half mile (four-kilometer) sledding run at the Grindelwald-First ski area in Switzerland’s Jungfrau region earlier this month.
American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi lands safely in Rome after security concern
An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi, India, landed safely in Rome on Sunday afternoon after it was diverted due to a security concern, which later proved to be “non-credible,” the airline said. American Airlines said Flight 292 “was inspected by law enforcement” after landing at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and “cleared to re-depart.”
Delta flight from Los Angeles makes emergency landing due to smoke on board
A Delta Air Lines flight from Los Angeles International Airport bound for Sydney on Saturday was forced to return after smoke was detected on board. The flight, DL43, which took off shortly after 9:00 p.m., returned to LAX around 30 minutes later, according to data from FlightAware.
Man with lifelong fear of flying reveals why Americans shouldn't worry as expert also weighs in
Nervous travelers have been worrying about taking to the air given recent airplane crashes in the news. Even so, one man with aerophobia, or a fear of flying, believes there's nothing to be afraid of — and he's on a mission to help others address their concerns. Brian Morris of Salt Lake City, Utah, created "Flight Deck: Fear Of Flying Flash Cards" to help anxious flyers calm themselves about takeoff procedures and the travel experience.
France’s Bayeux Tapestry to close to public for two years
From Picasso’s “Guernica” to Goya’s “Disasters of War,” there have been many famous depictions of conflict, but one of the oldest, and most extraordinary, is France’s 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry. Since 1983 the tapestry has been on display in the Grand Seminary of Bayeux in northwest France, part of the Bayeux Museums complex alongside the Normandy Battle Memorial Museum and the Baron Gérard Museum of Art and History. However, visitors keen to see this legendary example of propaganda art will have to get their trip in before 7 p.m. local time on August 31, 2025, as the museum is set to close until October 2027 for a major renovation and conservation project.
Man plans 'extended' travel after winning lottery by playing same numbers for years
A man in Wayne County, Michigan won over a million dollars in the lottery after playing the same numbers year after year — and said he now plans on taking an "extended family vacation." The man, 54, who did not reveal his identity, told the Michigan Lottery that his $1.3 million jackpot win was a "dream come true." His winning ticket was drawn on Jan. 8.
Ancient tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II unearthed by archaeologists in Egypt
In a joint Egyptian-British mission, archaeologists have discovered the long-lost tomb of King Thutmose II. The ancient tomb was found during research work two miles west of the Valley of the Kings near the West Bank of the Nile River. The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the discovery on Tuesday on Facebook.The group said it is the first royal tomb discovery since the unveiling of King Tutankhamen’s Tomb in 1922. The entrance and main corridor of the tomb was discovered in Oct. 2022 and was first believed to belong to the royal wives of the Thutmosid kings, according to the post."This assumption was based on its proximity to the tombs of King Thutmose III’s wives and Queen Hatshepsut’s tomb, which she had originally prepared as a royal consort before ascending the throne as pharaoh," said the post. Along with the tomb were other artifacts confirming the tomb's ownership.
Carnival crowds and travel gridlock make life 'difficult' as social media users chime in
As travelers flock to Venice for the world-famous Carnival celebration, they may be in for a tight squeeze. Three million people travel to Venice every year for the Venetian tradition, according to the website of the tourist group Walks of Italy. Carnival, also known as Carnevale, dates back to 1162 — when townspeople celebrated a victory over the Patriarch of Aquileia. Artists banned together in 1979 to restart Carnevale, says the site.
Social justice law professor defends anti-Israel protesters who blocked traffic to Chicago airport
A liberal law school professor who sparked controversy last spring during the campus unrest is helping organizers who staged a large anti-Israel protest near one of Chicago's airports with free legal services. Sheila Bedi, a Northwestern law professor who leads the school's Community Justice and Civil Rights Clinic, is representing four of the protest organizers who were arrested during the mayhem, according to legal documents obtained by Fox News Digital. Bedi's clinic is offering pro bono services to the activists who were part of the massive protest that caused traffic delays for travelers heading to Chicago O'Hare Airport last spring. The demonstration lasted for several hours before being broken up by police.
These are the world’s best beaches for 2025, according to Tripadvisor
The travel reviews platform has compiled several best of lists, including the global top 25 best beaches, a US-focused list, a 25th anniversary list and a range of regional top 10s. “This year’s lists span an incredible six continents and 50 countries with over 100 of the very best beaches showcasing the eclectic mix of coastal spots across the world,” said Kristen Dalton, Tripadvisor president, in a news release. The very best beach in the world? That would be Elafonissi Beach on the Greek island of Crete, according to Tripadvisor.