Iceland's new road hazard: Northern Lights
Iceland's police are reporting increasing numbers of drivers distracted by the spectacular lights.
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America's Valentine travel favorites
Valentine's Day is becoming more of a travel occasion, and a new survey lists this year's favorite destinations.
'Alternate Facts?' Lithuania goes 'Alternate Country'
Lithuania's tourism agency draws jeers and its director is forced out after using pictures of other countries in its tourism promotion.
Delta wants to buy 49% of Aeromexico
Delta is buying up to almost half the shares in its joint-venture partner.
Boeing's 'ghost-writing' in the sky
Boeing shows off its latest by turning an endurance test into an "invisible skywriting" stunt.
Italy asks UNESCO status for pilgrim path to Canterbury
A centuries-old pilgrimage path is still in use; Italy wants it to get UNESCO recognition...and funding.
France green-lights traffic light removal
French cities and towns are reducing their traffic lights, and relying on other means for pedestrian safety and to speed up traffic.
Tokyo taxis: new short-trip rate boosts rides
Rides of just over a kilometer cost half the old minimum, although rates for longer rides are up. But it's good news for visitors.
Swiss councilman finds church bells unap-pealing
A local official champions sleep over tradition, and wants bells turned off during the night.
Arizona's 'abandoned space capsule' grabs attention
The capsule is actually a fabulous fake, created by a Scottsdale artist, but that hasn't stopped it from attracting visitors.
'Blue Danube' is now Anniversary Waltz
Its the 150th anniversary of one of the world's best-loved musical works.
Air Canada get itself a makeover
Air Canada is in a celebration mood, with its own birthday and Canada's this year. Planes and staff uniforms are getting a new look.
Art in the Sky: Delta's decorated tray tables
Delta's commissioned a unique set of artworks, all in the form of aircraft tray tables.
Oo-la-la! French court OKs 'hanky-panky' site
A court ruling says that marital fidelity is optional, and that a pro-adultery website can continue advertising.
Norwegian Australia cruise becomes 'trip to nowhere'
A Norwegian cruise ship with a history of propulsion issues has a complete breakdown and has to be towed to Melbourne.