Over two dozen NYC-area hospitals earned strong patient safety grades in a new watchdog report card, while a few failed to make the mark. Hospitals overseen by Catholic Health, Mount Sinai, NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health and NYU Langone Health garnered “As” from the Leapfrog Group on Wednesday. Over 2,300 US hospitals were rated “A” through “F” … Read more
Items sold across major retailers such as Amazon and Walmart have been recalled due to child safety concerns. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled a wave of products in April, spanning household goods, toys, fitness equipment and infant products. Safety regulators cited a range of risks, including choking and suffocation to chemical burns, … Read more
American Airlines is set to become the latest carrier to update its portable charger rules – and travelers will be restricted to a maximum of two devices. From Friday, travelers will be required to keep their travel device in plain sight when it is being used, ABC News reported. “We know our customers rely on … Read more
Americans are being warned to rethink travel to a sunny Caribbean destination as crime and concerns about terrorism rise. The US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago announced Thursday that the US Department of State had updated its travel advisory regarding American tourists. The advisory cautions that Americans should “reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tobago due to crime,” citing … Read more
Southwest Airlines is cracking down on portable chargers, rolling out a strict new policy in which passengers can only bring one charger each and are barred from putting the devices in overhead bins due to concerns over midair fire risks. The Dallas-based carrier said travelers will be allowed just one lithium-powered charger per person, capped … Read more
Cruising to tropical destinations may sound carefree and a bucket-list best, but some of the most popular ports come with safety concerns travelers should not ignore, industry experts say. Passengers need to understand local risks before leaving the ship, especially in destinations with higher crime rates or active government warnings, experts say. A recent podcast, “The Travel … Read more
Older travelers who may be limited in their dexterity should be spread out across a flight’s seating — not just for their own safety, but for the safety of everyone on board, scientists say. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires aircraft to be able to evacuate within 90 seconds in case of an emergency — but as … Read more
In the wake of the recent deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport that killed both pilots and injured dozens of passengers, questions about airline safety are once again on people’s minds. The aircraft, carrying 72 passengers and four crew members, struck a Port Authority vehicle while landing Sunday night. As investigators continue to piece together what went wrong, … Read more
Hundreds of hospitals across the country are being recognized for keeping patients safe, and a handful of states stand out for having the highest number of top performers. Healthgrades, a platform for finding doctors, health care providers, and hospitals, released its 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Awards this month, naming 438 hospitals in 40 states that rank among … Read more
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Tuesday issued an urgent warning to American used car buyers, owners and repair shops after two more drivers were killed in crashes in December by dangerous Chinese replacement air bag inflators that are likely illegally imported. The agency said it was aware of 10 crashes resulting in death … Read more
A fitness coach’s workout session has gone viral for all the wrong reasons after she captured a fellow gym-goer’s wild act on camera. Elena McCarthy, 36, had been recording a warm-up tutorial for a client, unaware of what was occurring through the glass door behind her. “I needed the light and the rest of the … Read more
A viral TikTok trend claiming to offer better sleep on airplanes is raising alarms over passenger safety. Videos show passengers pulling their feet onto their seats and securing their legs with a seat belt while trying to sleep during flights — a position that has sparked debate about comfort, etiquette and potential health risks. The trend has drawn … Read more
Even foods most Americans consider “healthy” can pose serious foodborne illness risks, experts warn — and several say salads, sprouts and deli meats are among the everyday items they personally refuse to eat. One Seattle attorney who has spent decades litigating some of the country’s worst foodborne illness outbreaks recently told The Washington Post that his well-done burger and … Read more
As tensions increase between Thailand and Cambodia, the United States government is warning Americans about traveling to the border area of the two countries. The U.S. Embassy in Thailand issued a security alert to American tourists Dec. 16, warning of an “escalation of armed conflict” at the popular Asian destination. “U.S. citizens should avoid all travel within 50 … Read more
Looks like people weren’t dreaming of a “bright Christmas.” Wyckoff’s Christmas Tree farm in New Jersey had Christmas Grinches saying fir-getaboutit after offering Yuletide pines that come in a kaleidoscopic array of colors. Dubbed “New Jersey’s original colored tree farm,” the White Township-based fir trader offers trees in 9 different colors: pink, purple, dark blue, … Read more
The American dream has turned into a nightmare — for travelers. With the holiday travel season ahead, travel insurance provider Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection has named the safest nations in the world for 2026, finding that the Netherlands topped the list when it came to tourist security. Meanwhile, the US was left off the compendium … Read more
Solo travel is the world’s hottest tourist trend, fuelled by youngsters seeking independence and flexibility amid a remote work boom. A staggering 76% of millennials and Zoomers plan to take trips on their own in the next 12 months, with the solo travel market now valued at more than $500 billion per year, according to … Read more
There’s a scaredy cat in the concrete jungle. Keeping your wits about you while on the streets of NYC is wise. But being so afraid of getting mugged or drugged that you can’t enjoy the city so-nice-they-named-it-twice is “ridiculous,” according to the online critics of one terrified tourist. “Stay safe in New York,” Victoria, a notoriously … Read more
Farah Nasser felt sick to her stomach after allegedly overhearing Elon Musk’s chatbot, Grok AI, tell her 10-year-old son to share nude photos of himself. “I feel like I’m gonna throw up,” the exasperated mom heaved in a cautionary clip with over 4.5 million TikTok views, adding that he and the machine had been discussing … Read more
If safety is at the top of your vacation checklist, one tiny Caribbean island just earned top honors for peace, calm beaches and a world-class food scene. Anguilla, a British overseas territory just north of St. Maarten and east of the Virgin Islands, was named the safest destination in the Caribbean, according to a 2025 ranking from … Read more