The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will now charge passengers $18 if they show up at airport checkpoints without an acceptable form of identification, such as a passport or REAL ID. The enforcement comes as TSA launches a “modernized alternative identity verification program” for travelers who do not have a passport or REAL ID. “This modernized program provides … Read more
A new procedure for all incoming visitors has been launched in a popular tourist spot in an effort to streamline the travel process, plus security. Travelers to Taiwan are now required to apply for a “digital arrival” card (TWAC) three days in advance of their trips, according to the Ministry of the Interior National Immigration … Read more
They’re being treated like fake IDs. The Maine Secretary of State’s office confirmed that some Real IDs issued by the state have been rejected at various Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints. “A tiny fraction of Maine REAL IDs could not be read by the TSA bar code readers,” an official with Maine’s Department of the … Read more
Tea, an app designed to let women safely discuss men they date, has been breached, with thousands of selfies and photo IDs of users exposed, the company confirmed on Friday. Tea said that about 72,000 images were leaked online, including 13,000 images of selfies or selfies featuring a photo identification that users submitted during account … Read more
WASHINGTON – As many Americans across the nation are rushing to obtain their REAL ID license, some are choosing to opt out by either using their valid passport as their preferred form of ID for travel or waiting until their current driver’s license expires and then renewing it. The REAL ID requirement takes effect on May … Read more
The fast-approaching deadline for REAL IDs has many Americans rushing to obtain the important new identification, even as travel issues may lie ahead. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) issued a press release reminding Americans of the May 7 deadline while also warning of delays. “Passengers who present a state-issued identification that is not REAL ID compliant … Read more
The remains of an Argentinian man who vanished earlier this month have reportedly been found inside a shark, according to family members who allegedly identified his arm tattoo. Diego Alejandro Barría, 35, had reportedly last been seen alive on Feb. 18 driving his all-terrain vehicle along the coast in southern Chubut province, Jam Press reported. … Read more