Helen Hatzis
The FBI has documented a sharp increase in fraud schemes that rely on artificial intelligence to appear more convincing. Last year the agency received more than 22,000 complaints tied to these tactics, with total reported losses approaching $900 million. The development underscores how readily available AI tools are reshaping the threat landscape for everyday consumers
Paraty, Brazil, sits along the country’s southeastern coast as a preserved colonial settlement that many international visitors pass by in favor of Rio de Janeiro. The town combines cobblestone streets lined with historic buildings and direct access to the sea, creating an atmosphere that feels both lived-in and unhurried. Travelers who arrive after time in
July often brings the familiar rush of peak summer travel in the Northern Hemisphere, with long days and high temperatures drawing crowds to popular spots. Yet many travelers now seek alternatives that deliver either cooler conditions or distinctive events without the usual congestion. This season highlights fresh hotel openings alongside established draws in places that
South Carolina beachgoers faced an unexpected aerial threat when a single-engine plane reportedly lost control and descended sharply over a crowded stretch of shoreline. The pilot later stated that mechanical issues caused the sudden maneuver, turning a routine flight into a moment of alarm for those below. Witnesses described the aircraft passing low enough to
Travelers from the United States, Canada and other visa-exempt countries who have trips to the United Kingdom scheduled in the coming days are encountering unexpected hurdles. The electronic travel authorization system has been plagued by technical problems that have left some applications stalled or rejected outright. Carriers are enforcing the requirement strictly, which means an
Portland International Airport – Alaska Airlines has opened a new lounge at PDX after more than two years of construction and an investment of nearly $18 million. The facility sits one level above the departures hall and provides travelers with an elevated space that draws directly from the surrounding region. It replaces two smaller existing
A Frontier Airlines flight bound for Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport faced an unexpected disruption on Sunday when a passenger tried to open the cabin door while the aircraft was airborne. The crew responded by diverting the plane to Miami. A former professional MMA fighter from Chicago who was traveling on the flight stepped in to
The sudden end to Scott Pelley’s long association with CBS News has left the broadcast journalism community reflecting on the pressures inside one of its most storied programs. The network dismissed the veteran correspondent one day after he clashed with Nick Bilton, the new executive producer of 60 Minutes. Pelley’s departure closes a chapter that
Travelers planning summer trips on Alaska Airlines now face tighter rules on the carrier’s lowest fares. Basic economy tickets, already limited in flexibility, will no longer generate Atmos Rewards points or status credit for most bookings. The shift aligns Alaska with similar moves by American, Delta and United, leaving budget-conscious passengers with fewer ways to
An upscale southern California seafood restaurant and market has acknowledged misleading customers about the origins and quality of its offerings. The establishment had promoted its fish as traceable, sustainable, and lawfully sourced on menus and marketing materials. Diners paid premium prices under those assurances, only for the business to later confirm the descriptions were inaccurate.
Los Angeles is set to host several World Cup matches at SoFi Stadium this summer. Soccer fans traveling to the venue now face uncertainty over whether events will proceed smoothly. A group of roughly 2,000 workers is considering a large-scale strike that could affect operations at the site. Workers Weigh Industrial Action The potential strike
Cancún drew eight longtime friends for a straightforward week in the Hotel Zone, where turquoise water and all-inclusive ease promised the main decisions would involve pool or beach. Recent cartel warnings and reports of a heavy sargassum bloom had cast a shadow over planning. The group proceeded anyway, landing amid the usual mix of travel