Ian Hernandez

Why Travel Shaming Is Back and Why It’s Important

Ian Hernandez

Understanding the New Wave of Travel Shaming Understanding the New Wave of Travel Shaming (image credits: pixabay) Travel shaming isn’t just a buzzword—it’s become a powerful force shaping how people think about exploring the world. In recent years, criticism has shifted from simply disapproving of someone’s vacation choices to confronting much bigger issues, like the …

America’s Fastest-Sinking City—And Why Scientists Are Alarmed

America’s Fastest-Sinking City—And Why Scientists Are Alarmed

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The Unexpected Fate of a Coastal Gem The Unexpected Fate of a Coastal Gem (image credits: pexels) Nestled along the ...

Why I Stopped Traveling to Mexico—and You Might Want To, Too

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First Time Magic Fades Fast First Time Magic Fades Fast (image credits: wikimedia) The first time I landed in Mexico, I was swept up in a hurricane of colors, flavors, and music. The air tasted like lime and sea salt, mariachi bands echoed through the squares, and every sunset painted the sky in impossible pinks …

Top 8 Danger Spots That Still Draw Tourists

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Mount Everest, Nepal Mount Everest, Nepal (image credits: wikimedia) Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, is the ultimate challenge for adventurers. In 2023, more than 1,000 climbers attempted the treacherous ascent, with around 600 reaching the summit. The journey is filled with life-threatening risks: altitude sickness, avalanches, unpredictable weather, and even overcrowding on the narrow …

Ranked: Top 10 Strongest Passports in the World (2025)

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1. Japan: The Unrivaled Leader 1. Japan: The Unrivaled Leader (image credits: wikimedia) Japan stands proudly at the top once again, boasting a passport that opens doors to 193 countries without the hassle of a visa. It’s almost hard to believe how much freedom comes with that little booklet. Japanese citizens glide through airports in …

Top 10 Most Dangerous Tourist Spots Still Pulling In Crowds

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Mount Everest, Nepal Mount Everest, Nepal (image credits: unsplash) Mount Everest, the world’s tallest peak, remains the ultimate pilgrimage for adventure seekers, despite its chilling dangers. In 2024 alone, more than 1,000 climbers braved the ascent, but only about two-thirds made it to the summit. The mountain’s risks are stark: avalanches, altitude sickness, and severe …

Florida man allegedly sprays deputies, K-9 with bear repellent to evade arrest

Florida Man’s Wild Evasion: Bear Spray Assault on Deputies and K-9 Shocks Vero Beach

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A Warrant Turns into a Foot Chase (Image Credits: Unsplash) Vero Beach, Florida – Tension hung thick in the air ...

Suspects in armed robbery case detained in Carthage

Rapid Takedown: Moore County Deputies Collar Armed Robbery Suspects in Carthage

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The BOLO That Lit the Fuse (Image Credits: Unsplash) Carthage, NC – As twilight faded into a crisp evening, the ...

On Day 2, new chief judge orders immediate review of trouble electronic monitoring programs

Cook County Shake-Up: New Chief Judge Orders Urgent Review of Flawed Electronic Monitoring System

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A Bold First Move That Grabs Attention (Image Credits: Unsplash) Cook County – Amid the hum of activity in the ...

L.A. City Council votes against proposal to ban police use of 'less-lethal' launchers

LA City Council Sides with Police: No Ban on Foam Projectiles and Tear Gas in Crowds

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The Surprising Showdown at City Hall (Image Credits: Unsplash) Los Angeles – In a chamber buzzing with tension under the ...