Travel safety
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Japan’s ‘bumping’ trend back in the spotlight
Under the Radar Deliberate shoving at busy stations and intersections is about misogyny, intimidation and stress, say experts
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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How travel insurance works if your holiday is disrupted by conflict
The Explainer The Iran conflict has highlighted how travel insurance will and won’t help stranded holidaymakers
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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Are car headlights too bright?
The Explainer 82% of UK drivers concerned about being ‘dazzled’ as LED bulbs become more common
By The Week UK Published
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Questions abound over the FAA’s management of Boeing
Talking Points Some have called the agency’s actions underwhelming
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Trouble on the seas as cruise ship crime rates rise
The Explainer Crimes on ships reached nearly a two-year high in 2025
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Tips for avoiding ticks during your summer travels
The Week Recommends Don't get ticked off
By Catherine Garcia, The Week US Published
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What happened to Air India Flight 171?
Today's Big Question Preliminary report reveals 'fundamental reason' why jet crashed, but questions remain about whether it was 'deliberate, accidental or if a technical fault was responsible'
By The Week UK Published
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What's wrong with America's air traffic control systems?
Today's Big Question The radios and radar keep going out at Newark International
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published
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How to travel in the wake of a natural disaster
The Week Recommends Stay safe while being respectful
By Catherine Garcia, The Week US Published
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Will auto safety be diminished in Trump's second administration?
Today's Big Question The president-elect has reportedly considered scrapping a mandatory crash-reporting rule
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Four invigorating paths for solo travelers to take in 2025
The Week Recommends New year, new opportunities to see the world on your own terms
By Catherine Garcia, The Week US Published
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Methanol poisoning: how Laos horror happened
The Explainer Recent 'tainted-alcohol' deaths expose 'dangerous incentives driving backpacker-focused tourism'
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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This is what you should know about State Department travel advisories and warnings
In Depth Stay safe on your international adventures
By Catherine Garcia, The Week US Published
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How turbulence will change air travel
Under The Radar Ban on children sitting on laps among a raft of changes as turbulence expected to rise
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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