Articles by Carly Okyle
East Coast Weather Makes Daily Life Problematic for Locals and Tourists
Harsh storms have serious consequences on the East Coast. The super-hot weather on the East Coast has not just been annoying -- it's been dangerous.
Anderson Cooper and Other Gay Men Women Love
Anderson Cooper came out of the closet, joining the ranks of many men in Hollywood that straight women -- hopelessly -- lust after.
Weird Tourist Attractions: Zoos and Museums Lure Visitors with Out-of-the-Box Exhibits
Here are some attractions at zoos and museums that are out of the ordinary. Check them out this summer!
Hilaria Thomas, Alec Baldwin Married
Despite the age difference, Thomas and Baldwin wed. Alec Baldwin, 54, has officially tied the knot with Hilaria Thomas, 28. The couple married in St. Patrick's Old Cathedral in New York City on Saturday, June 30.
ASTA Wants Full Transparency for Airline Fees
The American Society of Travel Agency wants the Department of Transportation to mandate that airlines disclose all fees.
Hologram Helps Passengers at Airport Security in Boston, Washington.
Carla, a video-projected "virtual assistant," helps passengers at the main security checkpoint in Logan airport in Boston.
TSA Fires 14 After Drinking Incident
In the latest round of TSA firings, 14 people lose their jobs after a drinking incident. After having to fire workers for sleeping on the job and firing more employees for being implicated in a bribery scandal, the Associated Press is reporting that the Transportation Security Administration is now firing eight federal air marshals in the New York office, including a supervisor, for allegedly drinking alcohol during a training day.
Geoffrey Zakarian, Celebrity Chef, Will Open Restaurant on Norwegian Breakaway Cruise Ship
Zakarian, who has appeared on a variety of Food Network shows, will open new eateries on a yet-to-debut Norwegian cruise ship
Summer Movies: Ted and Magic Mike Top the List This Weekend
Here are the movies that got high ratings at the box office this weekend For their opening weekends, "Ted," "Magic Mike," and "Medea's Witness Protection" take the top three spots, earning $20.
Taxi Suit Overturned: Appeals Court Rules Cabs Compliant wtih ADA
A federal appeals court found that New York's Taxi and Limousine Commission was not in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Chicago Airport Loses Power, Delaying Flights and Baffling Officials
Officials are launching an "extensive investigation" to find out why Midway International Airport lost power Thursday night.
Playboy Playmate Receives Genius Visa for "Freaky Frday" Trend
Canadian-born Shera Bechard's "Freaky Friday" posts on Twitter earned her a genius visa to stay in the U.S.
How to Travel to Africa
If you want to travel to Africa, check out these expert tips first. In a recent article on the Huffington Post, James Weis, owner of the travel company Eyes on Africa, helps share what you need to know about taking a trip to the continent that he describes as "majestic and mysterious…a land of beauty and wonder.
Woman Arrested for Speed Trap Warning
Natalie Plummer made a sign to warn fellow motorists that police were handing out speeding tickets ahead. She was soon arrested.
Southwest Airlines Selling Live TV on Flights
According to the Associated Press, Southwest Airlines is planning for five of its planes to sell live television service. The airline also intends to expand the service to 15 more aircraft by the middle of next month.
American Airlines and Pilots Union Arrive at Tentative Agreement
After rejecting previous offers, the pilots' union came to a tentative agreement with American Airlines. The members will vote on the proposed contract soon.
Colorado Fires: How they Compare to Large Fires in U.S. History
The fires throughout Colorado aren't the only big blazes to hit the country. Here's a look at other destructive fires on record.
Ann Curry Leaves Today Show, Takes New Role With NBC
In a bittersweet goodbye in the last 10 minutes of her shift on the Today Show, Anne Curry steps down as co-host and announces her new role with NBC
Nora Ephron Dies, Hollywood Pays Its Repects
Nora Ephron passed away Tuesday. Here's a brief summary of her career and how Hollywood is reacting.
Bhutan's Historic Site Burns Down
The Wangdue Phodrang Dzong, a four-century-old building in Bhutan, burned to the ground over the weekend due to a short circuit.
EasyJet Founder's New Airline Coming to Africa
With a new, no-frills airline called Fastjet, the aviation market is set to open to expand into Africa.
Jon Hamm and Girlfriend Robbed in London
While promoting their film Friends With Kids, Jon Hamm and Jessica Westfedt's hotel room was robbed.
Wyndham Hotels Sued by FTC for Information Leak
The Federal Trade Commission is suing Wyndham Worldwide Corp. for failing to protect information about its customers which later led to over $10.6 million in fraudulent charges.
Flyers' Rights: You Don't Have Many
Airline "contracts" absolve the carriers of most responsibility in the United States. Every airline has what's called a contract of carriage.
New Las Vegas Attraction: The Airport Terminal
Here's what you can look forward to at T3, the newest terminal at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas
Megan Fox Pregnant: Shows Baby Bump in Bikini Photos with Brian Austin Green
Fox shows her baby bump and Green shows the love in photos from a beach vacation Megan Fox has officially gone public with her pregnancy. The actress confirmed rumors that she's expecting her first child with husband Brian Austin Green by posting pictures of her in a leopard-print bikini top and long, off-white skirt, where her baby bump is very visible.
Vision Airlines Announces It Will No Longer Use Toledo Express Airport
After four weeks Vision Airlines is dropping service from the Toledo Express Airport Vision Airlines began a Toledo, Ohio - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina flight path less than a month ago.
TSA Screws Up, Spills Man's Remains
In their latest blunder, the Transportation Security Administration spilled a man's remains on the floor.
New Travel Trend: Strange Bicycles
A round-up of some unconventional-looking bicycles Everyone has their own preferred method of getting from Point A to Point B, whether it's car, truck, plane, boat, or bike.
Nadya Suleman: What's the Octomom Been up to These Days?
With an X-rated video, a new man, and some time in the ring (for a pillow fight), Nadya Suleman is making headlines again.
