Aussies warned as new terror threat rises
One European country has warned there is a “realistic possibility” it will be hit by a terror attack, with travelling Australians urged to heed the warning.
Incidents
Couple end up in jail after being setup
A couple ended up in prison in Germany after airport “staff” in Brazil put their luggage tags on suitcases full of drugs.
US comedian kidnapped, killed in Colombia
An American comedian and activist — found dead in a suspected kidnapping-turned-murder case in Colombia — reportedly knew the woman who lured him into a trap.
Australian tourist killed in Bali identified
The man killed in a hit and run motorbike crash in Bali has been identified as 33-year-old Australian tourist Bradley Semmens.
Wild moment Aussie tourists escape elephant
This is the moment an Australian family’s overseas holiday was interrupted by a very hungry visitor.
Moment elephant attacks Aussie family
An Australian family holidaying in Sri Lanka has had a lucky escape after an elephant looking for food ransacked their van.
Aussie left for dead in horror Bali crash
An Australian tourist has tragically died in a horror hit and run accident on a remote road in Bali.
Alleged bomb hoaxer barred from flying
A man who brought Sydney airport to a standstill over an alleged bomb hoax has been released on bail.
Man critical after fall during airport transfer
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is investigating an incident at a remote airfield that reportedly left a man in a critical condition.
Outback Wrangler widow’s shock court claim
Shocking claims from the widow of a Netflix star killed in a horrific helicopter crash have been revealed in court as she sues over his death.
‘It’s bodily fluids’: Woman furious at airline
This woman couldn’t believe the response she got from her airline after complaining a drunk passenger had vomited all over her bags.
Two killed in light plane crash
Emergency services have rushed to a property after a light plane crashed to the ground with two people inside.
Dad’s plea for daughter killed in Africa
The father of a 20-year-old Australian found dead in Africa with sand “packed” in her airways has urged a court to find her death was “highly suspicious”.
‘Total destruction’: Aviation YouTuber killed
Only weeks before a YouTube star and her father were killed in a plane crash, she had filmed a very close call at 4000 feet in the air.
$100k nightmare after couple’s Airbnb stay
An Airbnb host is refusing to refund a stay that cost its guests tens of thousands.
Couple’s shock at vile message on suitcase
A couple who checked-in to the airport “late” were shocked to discover an “outrageous and rude” message on their child’s suitcase.
Man’s hilarious act on mate on plane
Fall asleep on a plane next to Brits at your own peril – as this viral victim discovered when he became the focus of the entire cabin.
Horror as plane’s engine explodes mid-air
Footage has captured the shock moment a Russian cargo plane engine exploded mid-air, just shortly after takeoff.
Tragic update after man buried alive
Family of a man buried alive in sand on Queensland’s Bribie Island have paid tribute to the best “son, brother, boyfriend and mate” following a tragic update to his condition.
US military grounds entire fleet in big move
The US military has grounded an entire fleet of aircraft after a deadly crash last week off Japan. It came just months after a fatal crash in Australia.
Moment gondola full of tourists flips over
A group of tourists were warned not to stand and take selfies while on a gondola in Venice — but they didn’t listen.
Twist after woman sells home to live on cruise
A woman sold her home to go on a $58,000 cruise trip across the globe — only to find out it was never going to happen.
Airline blunder leaves Aussies stranded
More Australians are coming forward with horror stories about how they were left thousands out of pocket after one airline cancelled flights and left them stranded.
Insane manspreading blasted
Is this passenger taking manspreading too far or does his height give him an excuse? The internet can’t decide.
14 injured after plane hit by wild turbulence
One passenger said the violent shaking saw him crack the plane ceiling, with the cabin crew beaming in medical support while mid-flight.
Tourist dies swimming at Great Barrier Reef
A tourist has died at the Great Barrier Reef despite wearing a lifejacket and swimming in front of lifeguards.
American punches Aussie in the face on flight
New footage shows the moment an Australian man on a flight from Perth was busted up in a brawl with another passenger after one vile slur.
Spanish woman dies while snorkelling
Police are urgently investigating the sudden death of a woman who died while snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef.
Holiday chaos as multiple flights cancelled
Many travellers are now scrambling to rearrange their holiday plans after an airline cancelled multiple flights.
‘Spewing fire’: Six dead in horror crash
The bodies of five more people have been found after an aircraft crashed into the sea before it was able to make an emergency landing.
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