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A social media post has sparked a heated debate over airplane etiquette after a passenger called out fellow flyers for seat swapping, telling them to put their money where their mouths are.
In the “r/delta” forum on Reddit, the user captioned the post, “Stop being entitled and sit in the seat you purchased.”
“I’m so sick of these entitled people nowadays sitting in seats they didn’t pay for and the GA [gate agent] having to come onboard and tell them to move or the FA [flight attendant] tell them the same,” the user wrote.
PILOT ALLEGEDLY CALLS OUT VAPING PASSENGER IN CABIN-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENT: ‘ONE PERSON DECIDED TO RISK LIVES’
“Or the people asking you to swap because they didn’t purchase seats together. STOP,” the post continued.
“I don’t give a damn who you are, I’m not moving and if you want to sit together or want a better seat, PAY FOR IT,” it concluded.
Reddit users took to the comments section to discuss seat swapping and their own experiences with the practice.
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Swarms of bugs have taken over an area of Tuscany, Italy, as officials work to combat the infestation ahead of the busy tourist season.
Midges have overwhelmed the beachy enclave of Orbetello, the Associated Press (AP) reported.
Midges are harmless small flies that resemble mosquitoes and often “dance together” in the air in huge swarms, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation.
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Local fishermen told the AP that the swarms began about three weeks ago, adding they believe it is due to fish “die-offs.”
Last year, fry, which is the die-off of juvenile fish, took place after an oxygen depletion in the water ecosystem, attracting midge larvae.
Orbetello is a thin strip of land that stretches out into the middle of a lagoon, bordered by the sea and shaped like an almond, according to Visit Tuscany.
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A new report from Kayak.com is revealing the predicted travel trends that could dominate the next five years.
One standout from the booking platform’s “What the Future Report” is “Vitamin T” — the “T” stands for travel — a concept that represents people vacationing for wellness experiences in hopes of extending their lifespans.
“By 2030, ‘Vitamin T’ won’t just be a trend, it’ll be a necessity. We are not just booking vacations anymore. We’re investing in our well-being. Forget anti-aging creams — your next trip … could be the most age-defying treatment available,” Kayla Inserra DeLoache, Kayak’s consumer travel trends expert, told Fox News Digital.
“Travel is evolving from a luxury to a vital health intervention, and those who embrace it may live longer, healthier lives.”
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The data from Kayak.com data shows travelers prioritize wellness when selecting accommodations, with pools, hot tubs and spas a..

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) in Richmond, Virginia, will be opening a new exhibit.
“Give Me Liberty” will commemorate America’s 250th birthday, which will be celebrated July 4, 2026.
Rare artifacts dating back to the country’s founding will be on display with the theme representing Patrick Henry’s famed “Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death” speech.
ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNEARTH RARE ARTIFACTS BENEATH HARRIET TUBMAN’S FAMILY HOME
The Founding Father was an orator who gave the famous speech while proposing to fellow Virginia leaders that the colony raise troops to battle the British.
VMHC president and CEO Jamie Bosket told Fox News Digital the museum is studying and sharing the American and Virginian story.
“Its triumphs and tragedies, its successes and shortcomings — and reflect on the many voices that together forge one commonwealth and one nation,” Bosket said.
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Travelers can get their hands dirty and track down ancient dinosaur fossils, jewels and more treasures through excursions across the country.
Families planning a visit to Mantua, New Jersey, for example, can hunt for valuable historical remains at the Jean and Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University (EFM).
On March 29, the museum will open its doors to the public who can search for 66-million-year-old fossils.
ANCIENT DINOSAUR FOOTPRINT DATING BACK 100 MILLION YEARS DISCOVERED NEAR COASTAL TOWN
Admission rates are as follows: Explorer (ages 13+): $29; Jr. Explorer (ages 3-12): $24; Toddler (ages 2 and under): free.
Upon entering the premises, visitors will have plenty to scope out.
“EFM is an immersive, hands-on museum that brings visitors face-to-face with the fascinating world of dinosaurs,” Kenneth Lacovara, the museum’s executive director, told Fox News Digital.
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“Alongside its exhibits, EFM wi..

A new study is revealing which cities in America are considered the “best cities for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations,” and the top spots may or may not surprise you.
WalletHub released its 2025 report after conducting research across 200 major cities. The cities that ranked were based on key metrics, ranging from the Irish pubs and restaurants per capita, hotel prices and weather forecast.
Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said that St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated by millions of Americans regardless of their ancestry.
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“The best cities for St. Patrick’s Day combines rich traditions with tasty and affordable food, safe conditions to celebrate and good weather,” he said.
“Celebrating in one of these cities will increase your chances of having a memorable holiday, as long as you don’t overdo it,” Lupo added.
See if your city landed in one of the top spots.
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A traveler said she received an unexpected request from a hotel after booking a room through Expedia.
After finding a special deal on the travel site and receiving confirmation of the purchase, the woman received a message from the hotel, she wrote on the sub-thread r/travel.
The woman said hotel officials requested that she cancel the room.
“Basically made [a] booking of special deal on Expedia and got confirmation. Few days later I got a message from the hotel via Expedia messaging asking me to cancel because the rate is low for them!!,” she wrote.
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“I contacted Expedia and the agent said the booking is confirmed and the hotel should honor the booking as long as I don’t cancel.”
The woman said that after she spoke with a representative at Expedia, she contacted the hotel.
“I contacted the hotel updating them with Expedia response but they got mad and threatened me if I don’t cancel then they will not accomm..

People visiting Southern Australia may be in for a surprise as mysterious foam and dead fish are washing ashore.
A microalgal bloom created by unusual weather conditions resulted in the foam spanning over hundreds of yards of coastline, the Associated Press (AP) reported.
The bloom may cause algae to grow out of control, “producing toxins that can kill fish, mammals and birds,” according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
FLORIDA BEACHGOERS REPORT MYSTERIOUS STICKY SUBSTANCE WASHING ASHORE
The substance may also cause human illness or even death in extreme cases, the NOAA says.
Surfers and visitors have reported feeling sick after leaving the beach.
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“While we were out there, we started coughing,” local surfer Anthony Rowland told the AP.
“Lots of people reached out – so many people have said [they’ve] had exactly the same symptoms,” Rowland added.
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An investigation is underway after an unruly passenger allegedly attacked another passenger on a Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles, the Federal Aviation Administration confirmed.
The FAA told Fox News Digital that Delta Air Lines Flight 501 landed safely at Los Angeles International Airport around 11:45 a.m. on Monday, after the crew reported a passenger disturbance.
The agency said the Airbus A350 was traveling from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport when the incident occurred on board.
The FAA says it will run an investigation into the alleged assault.
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A spokesperson for the airline shared a statement with Fox News Digital and confirmed that they were working with law enforcement authorities and have “zero tolerance” for this type of behavior.
“Delta has zero tolerance for unruly behavior and worked with law enforcement authorities on the inves..

Whether friend or foe, flyers might be unsure who they can trust when it comes to getting their seat stolen on a plane.
One passenger heading from Chicago to New York City took to Reddit to share a “seat stealer” story.
In the forum “r/delta,” the user said that they went to an Irish bar in the Chicago Midway International Airport for a drink and began chatting with a fellow patron.
FLIGHT PASSENGER SHARES ‘INFURIATING’ MOMENT WHEN MAN INTRUDES ON HER LEG SPACE: ‘PLEASE DON’T DO THIS’
“Joked around with the guy next to me about his weak-looking old-fashioned, to which he rolled his eyes and agreed with me, also showing his $30 tab for said poor drink. He left for the lounge after getting [a] notification,” the person wrote.
The user said they and their spouse had been upgraded to first class.
“Got on the plane and my bar buddy was in our seat. I showed him my ticket and he moved aside. I said, nooo sorry we have both seats. He mumbled and moved back to the first row of comfort plus,” t..