Articles by Katie McFadden
Bad Behavior Among the TSA Increases By 26%
If you thought the TSA was getting worse, you aren't wrong. According to a government watchdog, misdonduct among the Transportation Security Administration rose 26 percent over the last three years.
Dean Shiels Car Accident: Internet Hoax Claims Footballer Broke Both Legs
Dean Shiels, broke both of his legs in a car accident. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the midfielder for the Scottish Football League Second Division club Rangers didn't break his legs because he was never in a car accident. Dean Shiels is the victim of an Internet hoax.
Airline Worker Arrested for Stealing Luggage from San Francisco Airport Among Asiana Airlines Crash Chaos
An airline worker and his wife was arrested after being caught on camera stealing stranded luggage from passengers who were diverted to other airports amidst the Asiana Airlines crash chaos at San Francisco International Airport.
SeaWorld Stranded Whale: Video Shows Pilot Whale Struggling on Pool Ledge [VIDEO]
A trip to SeaWorld turned into an upsetting day for a family that watched a whale get stranded for 25 minutes before any trainers would help it get back into the water.
Miami Airport Pesticide Spill: 5 TSA Agents Sickened Due to Chemical in Luggage
Five Transportation Safety Administration agents became sick and had to be taken to the hospital after they inhaled a pesticide while screening luggage at Miami International Airport.
Chinese Airline Teaches Staff Kung Fu to Deal With Angry Passengers
Everybody was Kung Fu fighting...on a plane. A Chinese airline has started Kung Fu training for their staff so they can deal with on-board attacks.
Flooding North Carolina: 2 Die After Drowning in Caldwell County
Severe flooding in North Carolina has killed two people. The flooding is the worst in the state in several decades.
Killer Bees Kill Horses: Couple Attacked by 30,000 Bees, 2 Horses & 5 Hens Die in Pantego, Texas
A swarm of killer bees killed two horses and attacked a couple in Pantego, Texas on Wednesday. A swarm of killer bees killed two horses and attacked a couple in Pantego, Texas on Wednesday.
Kellin Quinn Dead? Sleeping With Sirens Singer Becomes Victim of Internet Death Hoac
Kellin Quinn is dead. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the Sleeping With Sirens singer didn't die. He's just the victim of an Internet media death hoax. Kellin Quinn is just fine.
Disabled Man Sues Delta Air Lines For Making Him Crawl Onto Flight
A handicapped man is suing Delta Air Lines after claiming that the airline made him crawl across the tarmac while traveling to and from Nantucket because the airline didn't accommodate his disability that left him unable to walk.
Aaron Rodgers Car Accident: Internet Hoax Claims Packers Quarterback Broke Both Legs
Aaron Rodgers, broke both of his legs in a car accident. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the Green Bay Packers quarterback didn't break his legs because he was never in a car accident. Rodgers is the victim of an Internet hoax.
Geno Smith Car Accident: Internet Hoax Claims Jets Quarterback Broke Both Legs
Geno Smith, or Eugene Cyril "Geno" Smith III, broke both of his legs in a car accident. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the New York Jets quarterback didn't break his legs because he was never in a car accident. Smith is the victim of an Internet hoax.
Peyton Manning Car Accident: Internet Hoax Claims Broncos Quarterback Broke Both Legs
Peyton Manning broke both of his legs in a car accident. At least that's what the Internet is saying. However the Denver Broncos quarterback didn't break his legs because he was never in a car accident. Manning is the victim of an Internet hoax.
Boeing 787 Dreamliner: Oven Overheats on Air India Flight
An oven overheated on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, leading to flight crews trying to contain smoke. An oven overheated on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, leading to flight crews trying to contain smoke.
Skydiver Hits Player: Baseball Player Done for the Season After Being Kicked in Head [VIDEO]
Wait a second, that's not a ball! A skydiver fell from the sky and hit a baseball player in the middle of a game. Now he's done for the rest of the season.
US Airways Flight Delayed Because of Bees
A US Airways flight was delayed for nearly three hours-because of bees. A swarm of bees was surrounding the equipment that pushes planes from the gate, forcing an Indianapolis-bound US Airways jet to be grounded at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Taylor Swift Online Prank: Contest Canceled After Trolls Try To Set Singer Up With 'Creepy' Man
Taylor Swift has become the victim on yet another online prank. The singer was forced to cancel a contest after online pranksters swayed a vote to help a "creepy" 39-year-old man meet the singer.
Royal Baby: British Airways Celebrates Royal Birth with Free Flights for Babies
The Royal Baby is here! To celebrate the occasion, the London-based airline, British Airways is offering a special for babies.
US Airways Sued For Rough Landing
A rough landing is getting an airline sued. A Florida woman is suing US Airways after she claims that she was injured during a rough landing at Tampa International Airport.
JWoww & Snooki Respond to Protests from New Jersey Residents Against TV Show
Pelican Island, New Jersey residents don't want Snooki and JWoww to film their "Jersey Shore" spinoff show in the area. Now Jwoww and Snooki have responded to the haters.
61 Tons of Silver Recovered From Shipwreck Off Coast of Ireland
More than 61 tons of silver was recovered from a shipwreck this month nearly three miles beneath the ocean's surface. The pricey find, worth about $36 million, is a world record setter.
Awkward Flight: Strange Woman Falls Asleep on Man in Hilarious Video [VIDEO]
Awkward Flight: Strange Woman Falls Asleep on Man in Hilarious Video When flying on a plane, strangers are packed into close quarters with people they don't know, which means things can get uncomfortable.
Brazil Shark Attack: Teen Tourist Dies After Being Bitten By Shark [VIDEO]
A teenage tourist died after being attacked by a shark while swimming at a popular beach in Brazil. The horrific incident was caught on video.
American Eagle Airlines Fined $200,000 For Lengthy Tarmac Delays
Airline delays which leave passengers sitting on the tarmac for hours can be a pain, but they also hurt Airlines. An airline received a hefty fine for excessive tarmac delays in December of 2012. American Eagle Airlines was hit by a $200,000 fine by the United States Department of Transportation.
TSA Fashion Police: Security Confiscates Shoes With Replica Gun Heels at LaGuardia
The TSA is now the fashion police. The Transportation Security Administration recently confiscated a pair of shoes from a woman because they looked like poorly disguised guns. Not only does the TSA make people remove their shoes, they also take them if they're not acceptable footwear.
Disney Parks Offer Special Discounts For Military Members
Disney Parks are supporting the troops by offering special deals for military members. Active duty, reserve and retired members of the U.S. military can get special discount on theme park tickets and accommodations.
National Hot Dog Day 2013: Best Hot Dog Restaurants in the US According to Urbanspoon
It's National Hot Dog Day 2013! On July 23, foodies across the country will be enjoying the summer favorite. To help people find the perfect hot dog, Urbanspoon, a mobile restaurant discovery application and reservation management system, released their list of the Top 40 Fantastic Franks restaurants list for 2013.
Horse in McDonald's: Women Bring Pony Into Restaurant, Animal Defecates on Floor
A horse surprised customers at a McDonald's restaurant and that's not because horsemeat was found in the burgers. A woman actually brought her pony into the restaurant after the staff refused to serve her at the drive-thru. The horse wound up defecating on the floor.
TSA PreCheck Program to Expand & Cost Travelers $85
Hate being harassed by the TSA during lengthy security screenings? You can undergo a less-strict, speedier screening process, but it's going to cost you.
LaGuardia Airport: Delays & Cancellations Linger Day After Southwest Landing Gear Incident
Following yesterday's incident at LaGuardia Airport, several flights are still being cancelled and delayed.
