New York Post

Deciding when to get to the airport for a flight is always a gamble. 

What if there’s a delay? Will the security lines be long? What if it takes a while to check bags?

Airports and airlines tend to typically suggest arriving two hours before departure on domestic flights and three hours on international flights. 

However, these standard guidelines don’t always apply — especially during the summer travel rush.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screened a staggering 2.99 million passengers at airports across the country on Sunday, June 23 — the highest number in a single day. Since the agency said that...

Here’s exactly how much time you need at the airport prior to a flight

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There’s actually a simple reason why TSA protocol depends on the airport.

Why TSA Rules Vary From Airport to Airport

WashingtonExaminer

Friday is expected to be the busiest-ever day of airline travel in U.S. history as a record number of people board flights ahead of the Fourth of July holiday next week. “TSA anticipates the peak travel day will be Friday, June 28, when the agency expects to screen more than 3 million individuals,” the Transportation […]

Friday to be busiest day ever for airline travel, TSA says

Philadelphia, PA

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Philadelphia Airport have stopped yet another airline employee trying to get through a security checkpoint with a loaded firearm in what has been described as a potential ‘insider threat’ incident. In the latest interception on June 21, the TSA spotted a loaded...

TSA at Philadelphia Airport Stop Yet Another Airline Employee With a Loaded Firearm Trying to Get Through a Security Checkpoint

Mediaite

President Joe Biden took a swing at Donald Trump during Thursday's debate over the former president's criminal convictions on 34 counts of falsifying business records.
The post Trump Sheepishly Bows Head When Biden Says ‘The Only Person on This Stage Who’s a Convicted Felon Is the Man I’m Looking At’ first appeared on Mediaite.

Trump Sheepishly Bows Head When Biden Says ‘The Only Person on This Stage Who’s a Convicted Felon Is the Man I’m Looking At’

Newsflash, travelers: You may have to put your souvenir or gift-giving dreams on hold. Or, at the very least, in a checked bag. There are some odd items that are forbidden in carry-on luggage. First Things First. This isn’t a complete list of the bizarre items you can’t bring in...

16 Surprising Items You Are Not Allowed To Bring in Your Carry-on Bag

Travel + Leisure

Dozens of new flight deals are available around the U.S.

This Airline Just Posted $21 Flights to Las Vegas, New Orleans, and More

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Traveling by air requires familiarity with TSA’s baggage rules. This is to ensure a hassle-free journey. Among the myriad items, the TSA strictly prohibits certain items in checked baggage. These restrictions are for the safety of all passengers and cover a range of items.

20 Items Banned By TSA in Checked Baggage

New rules are being rolled out at Bristol Airport's security gates. From 14 June, passengers will be able to carry 330ml containers through security - an increase from the previous 100ml rule. Travellers will also be able to leave liquids, laptops and electronics inside their baggage when they walk through...

Airport shares new hand luggage rules

Florida State

Elon Musk has become wildly unpopular in recent years and months with many people as he has seemingly shifted to the far right on the political spectrum and began spreading conspiracy theories on his social media platform. And it seems that Musk’s haters have now taken to vandalizing some of his products.

World reacts to terrible Elon Musk news

Travel Smarter! Sign up for our free newsletter. Packing a carry-on bag might seem simple, but it can make or break your travel experience. Whether you’re a frequent flyer or an occasional traveler, mastering the carry-on packing process can save you time, money, and stress at the airport. After all, no one wants to be the flyer frantically unpacking their carry-on at the check-in counter to meet the weight requirement or the person crying at the gate because their bag didn’t fit in the sizer.

7 Things You Should Always Do When Packing a Carry-On Bag

CBS Boston

If you've been using the same bag for years, investing in a great piece (or set) of luggage can upgrade your travel experience. Like the selection of bags we'll show you below, many of the best luggage in 2024 comes equipped with TSA-approved locks. Why select a piece of luggage with a TSA-approved lock? As the Transportation Security Administration explains, if its officers need to inspect your locked, carry-on or checked luggage, a TSA-approved lock may save you from having your lock cut off. A TSA-approved lock can be opened by TSA officers with a universal master key.While TSA-approved locks can be placed...

Best TSA-approved locking luggage in 2024

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Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

3-1-1. 3-1-1. How many frequent fliers out there have the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) rules on liquids permanently etched in their brains? As many of you know, when flying, any liquids in carry-on bags need to be in containers of 3.4 ounces or less, and those containers should all fit into one quart-sized bag. The rule doesn't only cover liquids, though. TSA states that liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes all come under the 3-1-1 umbrella. Of course, there are several important exceptions to TSA rules, such as baby foods and medications.

The Most Bizarre Items TSA Considers To Be A Liquid

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Law enforcement has requested the mail of thousands of Americans over the years without a court order; the Postal Service mostly allows it.

Report: Feds, police are spying on the mail of thousands of Americans

Everybody — irrespective of their physical form — should have the right to travel. That includes people traveling with metal implants, medical devices, or prosthetics. Unfortunately, getting through airport security with an implant or prosthesis can be a little tricky. Medical devices and implants containing metal are known to set off scanners, while prosthetics require additional inspection. But don't fret: We'll share our best tips to avoid getting flagged by TSA if you use these medical aids.

What You Need To Know About Going Through TSA With A Metal Implant Or Prosthetic

The Mirror US

Many people choose to tie a brightly colored ribbon to their suitcases when they check their luggage to make it easier to spot them at their destination airport but have been told not to

Baggage handler reveals why you should never tie a ribbon to your suitcase

Restrictions on carrying liquids over 100ml in hand luggage are being temporarily reintroduced at some regional airports in the UK. The change will apply from 00:01 BST on Sunday 9 June 2024 and will affect passengers at Newcastle, Leeds Bradford, London City, Aberdeen, Southend and Teesside airports. All of the...

Warning as carry-on rules revised at 6 airports

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

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You Might Zip Through TSA Faster If Your Passport Has This Small Camera Symbol On It

Starting back in 2006, you may have noticed a new camera-like icon appear on the front of your passport. That's when the United States started implementing...

You Might Zip Through TSA Faster If Your Passport Has This Small Camera Symbol On It

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