Waiting in line to have your passport checked is just the beginning of the frustrating process of going through airport security. However, you can bypass this hassle with CLEAR, which speeds up your security experience by using biometric information to verify your identity. CLEAR is available at over 58 airports nationwide, as well as several major sports stadiums. While an individual membership costs $189 per year, there are several ways to get it for free or cheaper.

How to Get CLEAR at the Airport for Free to Save Time Going Through TSA on Your Next Trip

The Transportation and Safety Administration (TSA) is screening nearly 3 million travelers a week this summer, eyeballing every single carry-on. And they’re finding all sorts of things in travelers’ carry-ons that cause delays and those passengers to either get patted down or interrogated. If you’re traveling anytime soon,...

The 'Dirty Dozen' carry-on items that will get you pulled aside by TSA

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Conversations about whether bootylicious posteriors are targeted as suspicious at the airport by TSA agents are swirling around the internet. On July 17, travel content TikToker Caleb J. Harmon-Marshall suggested that “women with big booties” cause TSA line delays due to the extra time agents use to search them. A former airport security officer himself, the Travel With Harmony host claimed those with bigger bums were having “a hard time” going through security scanners. He claimed silicone is a substance being picked up by the security technology, but it’s possible the machines mistake it for something else.

Do 'Big Booties' Cause TSA Concerns? Experts Weigh In After Viral TikTok

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. As a food and travel writer, I have developed a certain packing and airport routine over the years. From keeping packing streamlined to maintaining a dedicated toiletries bag, I have preparing for a trip down to a science. However, for all the thought that goes into what to pack for these trips, it’s also necessary to sometimes take some time to consider what not to pack in that carry-on bag.

We Asked 8 Pro Travelers What They Never Pack in Their Carry-On and Here’s What They Said

Time Out

Many of us pride ourselves on being savvy travelers because we do our best to reap value from our hotels, try to snag cheap airfares and plan itineraries with thought and purpose. But even with the best intentions and research, smart travelers can also be caught off guard by travel slip-ups that can cost money and cause hassles. Here are three such travel mistakes that you should keep on your radar the next time you take a trip.

Three travel mistakes you're probably making and how to avoid them

TheStreet

These smart companies are seeing a spike in clients.

Forget checking bags at airports: Here's a cheaper way to travel

Summer travel season is in high gear, with many of us taking a break from work and jetting off to fun new vacation spots. But some travelers might have sore feet by the time they arrive at their destination. A handful of airports require fliers to take a long journey — step by step — from check-in to boarding, according to the footwear company Kuru.

5 Airports With the Longest Walks to the Gate — and 5 With the Shortest

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Kiplinger

There are several different ways to get into airport lounges — at varying price points.

How to Get Access to Airport Lounges

Ever felt the panic surge as you approach the airport check-in, wondering if your bulging carry-on will survive the size test? This guide cuts to the chase! Learn carry-on size rules, weight limits, and what to pack in your carry-on luggage. What is carry-on luggage?. Carry-on luggage, often referred to...

A guide to carry-on luggage size

HuffPost

Draconian baggage policies are no match for what one reviewer called their “single greatest luggage purchase.”

Target’s 'Suitcase In Backpack Form' Travel Bag Is Pure Magic (And It's 20% Off)

Baltimore, MD

The vice president's historic presidential bid exposes America's deep-seated racism against Black women.

Opinion: Kamala Harris Proves The Most Disrespected Person In America Is Still The Black Woman

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Whether we're talking about a short layover or a long layover, most people tend not to love having their travel plans delayed — no matter how much overbooked flight compensation cash an airline might offer for the trouble. But depending on the crowds, service, and food offerings at the airport you happen to find yourself stuck at, some layovers can be much worse than others. When you're stuck hanging around a terminal for an extra four hours, a good coffee shop and decent seating can go a long way in terms of misery mitigation.

The Absolute Worst Airports For Layovers In The US, According To Research

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Jacksonville, FL

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A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

With a few exceptions, you probably don't touch — or perhaps even think about — your passport until you're prepping for your next vacation abroad. Maybe you've tied the knot and want to drop your maiden name from it, or perhaps recent plastic surgery has you feeling like it's time for a new photo. The worst scenario, though, is realizing your passport expired just days before your trip. That's why it's smart to renew it well before it expires. How early, you ask? Aim for nine months in advance. And believe it or not, the easiest way to renew is still the old-school way: snail mail.

The Best Time To Renew Your Passport (& The Easiest Way To Do It)

Valparaiso, IN

When you see a picture of Valparaiso's hills covered in bright-colored houses it's hard not to do a double-take — wait a minute, is that a photo or a painting? The blocks of vivid, intense color have such an artful composition that it's hard to believe this view exists in reality and wasn't dreamed up by the mind of a painter. It's a cityscape that simply feels too beautiful and otherworldly to be true. You can avoid Barcelona's crowds with a trip to Valencia, but why not go one better and head for this South American destination dupe instead? After all, Valparaiso, or "Valpo," has been called the Barcelona of South America for its architectural beauty and bohemian vibes.

This Underrated Seaside South American City Is So Much Like Barcelona With Fewer Crowds

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has been named the most sleep-friendly airport in the United States, according to a recent study by cpap.com, a provider of sleep apnea equipment. The ever-busy West Coast hub, often associated with Hollywood glamour and traffic congestion, emerged as an unexpected spot for those looking to catch some shut-eye during layovers or delays.

This California Airport Was Crowned Best US Airport for Catching Some Z's

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12 Airport Hacks That Can Help You Zip Through TSA

Let's be honest — travel is fun, but the ordeal of going through security screening isn't quite as enjoyable. The anticipation of a trip can be...

12 Airport Hacks That Can Help You Zip Through TSA

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