Articles by Katie McFadden
Boy Suspended for Purse: Kansas Student Punished For Wearing Vera Bradley Bag
A 13-year-old Kansas boy was suspended for bringing a purse to school on Wednesday. His mother is now claiming that he was discriminated against.
Jay Z Dead? Internet Hoax Claims Rapper Died 'Inside'
Jay Z is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the rapper didn't die. It seems as if people are falling for an Internet hoax based on a satirical article that says Jay Z died inside. Jay Z is just fine.
Typhoon Haiyan: Massive Storm, With 195 MPH Winds, Threatens Philippines
Typhoon Haiyan is about to hit the Philippines hard. Thousands of people have evacuated as one of the strongest storms ever approaches the country.
Thanksgiving 2013: 25.1 Million People Expected to Fly During Holiday Travel Period
It's going to be a busy travel season this Thanksgiving 2013. Airlines for America, the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, is projecting that 25.1 million passengers will fly during the Thanksgiving travel period.
United Airlines Allows Passengers to Use Electronic Devices At All Points on Domestic Flights
United Airlines has joined the list of airlines that are now allowing passengers to use electronic devices during all phases of a flight.
Blockbusters Closing: Last 300 Stores to Close By January
The era of store-rental videos is over. Blockbuster is officially closing. The era of store-rental videos is over. Blockbuster is officially closing. Blockbuster brought stay-at-home movie watching to America but the company announced on Wednesday that it will close its last 300 stores by January and its DBD-by-mail business will also come to an end in mid-December, USA Today reports.
Western Black Rhino: African Species Officially Extinct
The western black rhino of Africa is officially extinct. The western black rhino of Africa is officially extinct. After not being seen in western Africa since 2006, the western black rhino has officially been labeled extinct by the International Union for Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species, CNN reports.
Pledge of Allegiance: Teacher Suspended For Trying to Force Student To Say Pledge on 9/11
The Pledge of Allegiance got a teacher suspended in Florida after she forced one of her fourth graders to recite it.
Actor Brandon Jackson Goes on Drunk Twitter Rant Against US Airways, Accusing Them of Racism
A Hollywood actor is accusing the US Airways flight crew of racism after they stopped serving him alcohol. Brandon T. Jackson, "Tropic Thunder" and "Fast and Furious" star went on a tirade on Twitter following the incident.
Oprah Winfrey Dead? TV Host Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoax Scam
Oprah Winfrey is dead. At least that's what social media sites are saying. However the famous TV host didn't die. She's just the victim of an Internet death hoax.
Veterans Day 2013: Florida Hotel Offers Free Hotel Stays to 111 Active Military Members
In honor of the military for Veterans Day 2013, a Florida hotel is offering free stays to active-duty military members.
Marines Given Warm Welcome at O'Hare Airport As First Class Passengers Give Up Their Seats For Them
A group of Marines on their way home from Afghanistan got a big welcome at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
American Airlines Now Allows Electronic Devices to Be Used Throughout Entire Flight
American Airlines is now allowing passengers to use their electronic devices during all point of a flight.
Brazilian Wandering Spider: World's Deadliest Spider Found On UK Supermarket Bananas
Brazilian wandering spiders were found crawling around a piece of fruit bought from a British supermarket.
Super Bowl 2014: Norwegian Getaway to be Transformed into Bud Light Hotel for Super Bowl XLVIII
Going to be around New York for Super Bowl 2014? Why not stay in a Bud Light-themed hotel on a cruise ship.
Woman Left Stuck in British Airways Flight Bathroom During Takeoff
Imagine being trapped in an airplane bathroom as the plane was taking off. For some that might be a nightmare. For one woman on a British Airways flight, it was her reality.
Creepy Twilight Doll: Cast Reveals Disturbing Animatronic Prop "Chuckesmee" from 'Breaking Dawn 2' [VIDEO]
A creepy Twilight doll was so disturbing that even the cast felt uneasy working with it. Renesmee, the half-vampire, half-human daughter of Bella and Edward in the "Twilight" films was once a creepy animatronic doll before producers decided to go the computerized route.
CSKA Moscow Fans Cause easyJet Flight to Manchester to Divert to Denmark
Several rowdy Russian soccer fans caused a flight to be diverted on Tuesday. Several rowdy Russian soccer fans caused a flight to be diverted on Tuesday.
US Airways Hit With Fine for Not Providing Proper Wheelchair Assistance
US Airways got in big trouble from the TSA for not catering to the handicapped.The Transportation Department slapped the airline with a $1.2 million fine on Monday for not providing wheelchair assistance to passengers in Philadelphia and Charlotte.
Amazon Offers 15% Off Kindle, Kindle Fire HD & Kindle Fire HDX to Thank FAA For Changing In-flight Device Rules
To celebrate the FAA's decision to allow electronic devices to be used at all points on a flight, Amazon is having a special sale on Kindle devices.
Airline Passengers Trust Male Pilots More Than Female Pilots, Survey Shows
Does it matter what gender your airline pilot is? To many, it does and a male prejudice against women is even prevalent in the skies as a majority claim that they don't trust female pilots.
Most Eligible Millionaires Fly on American Airlines
Want to marry a millionaire? Fly American Airlines! A survey shows that the most eligible millionaire bachelors tend to fly American.
Passenger Escorted Off JetBlue Flight After Making Threats On Board
A passenger had to be escorted off of a JetBlue flight for making threatening statements on Saturday.
Mount Sinabung: Volcano Erupts Again in Indoneisa, Forcing Mass Evacuations
Mount Sinabung is western Indonesia has erupted, causing volcanic ash to shoot high into the air and forcing villagers in the area to evacuate.
JetBlue & Delta Become First Airlines to Allow Passengers to Use Electronic Devices Throughout Entire Flights
JetBlue and Delta are the first airlines to allow passengers to use electronic devices at all points on a flight after the Federal Aviation Administration gave them permission.
LAX Airport: Flights Grounded and Delayed Following Shooting in Los Angeles
Flights heading to Los Angeles International Airport were being held on Friday as police investigate a shooting that took place in the morning.
Beached Whale: 30-Foot Sperm Whale Euthanized in Florida
A beached whale was euthanized near Tampa, Florida on Thursday. The 30-foot sperm whale drew large crowds but had to be put down.
JetBlue Aims to Be First Airline to Put Gate-to-Gate Electronic Device Use Into Effect After New FAA Ruling
With the FAA's approval of allowing electronic devices to be used at all times on a flight, JetBlue is aiming to be the first airline to put it into effect.
Taiwan Earthquake: 6.3 Magnitude Quake Shakes Region
A strong earthquake hit eastern Taiwan on Thursday. The 6.3 magnitude quake shook buildings over a wide area but there were no reports of serious damage or casualties.
Halloween 2013: Where to Get Free Food & Discounts at Restaurants on October 31st
Happy Halloween! Candy isn't the only thing being given out for free this season. There are many opportunities to get free food as well on October 31st. Several eateries have special deals this holiday.
