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ROCKFORD, Illinois - A Chicago-bound United Airlines flight carrying 50 passengers from Madison, Wisconsin, has been struck by lightning and diverted to Rockford, Illinois. Full Story »

SAN ANTONIO - Mexico is asking Texas authorities to tone down travel warnings that broadly discourage tourists from crossing the border because of violence. Full Story »

CLEVELAND - The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland has opened the world's most comprehensive collection of items from The Beatles as part of the first redesign in the facility's 15-year history. Full Story »

WASHINGTON - If you've ever wondered what type of tree was nearby but didn't have a guide book, a new smartphone app allows users with no formal training to satisfy their curiosity and contribute to science at the same time. Full Story »

NEWARK, N.J. - A former security supervisor at Newark Liberty International Airport has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for his role in a scheme to steal cash from the luggage of travelers passing through checkpoints. Full Story »

Sure, Airfarewatchdog has you covered for flights, but what to do about car rentals once you've reached your destination. Rates seem to be rising by the minute. Thankfully our friends at AutoSlash.com have shared a few handy tips to help keep your rental costs down this summer. Full Story »

ENCINITAS, Calif. - The surfing Madonna appeared just before Easter weekend and has been stirring a soulful debate in this Southern California beach town ever since. Full Story »

NEW YORK - British Airways has agreed to pay $89.5 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging that it conspired with other airlines to fix prices for hauling cargo. Full Story »

NEW YORK - The government's threat to levy huge fines against airlines that hold passengers on the ground for hours has worked: Long tarmac delays are down dramatically since the rule went into effect a year ago Full Story »

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina - Stiff winds blew ash from a Chilean volcano Tuesday in a widening arc across Argentina to the capital, grounding most air travel to and from the country for much of the day. Full Story »

NEW YORK - The ribbon was cut Tuesday on the long-awaited second section of the High Line, revealing a lush green lawn, prime lounging spots and a less-industrial feel than the original stretch of the famous park built on abandoned railroad tracks 30 feet above ground. Full Story »

Fly from San Francisco to Honolulu for $241 round-trip, including all taxes, on Delta Airlines. Valid for travel Monday through Thursday on select dates from October through winter of 2012. Booking details here. Full Story »

MACAU - Asia will be home to the world's two biggest casino markets as early as this year, with Singapore set to take the No. 2 spot from Las Vegas, a U.S. gambling industry group said Tuesday. Full Story »

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The National World War I Museum in Kansas City is expanding its hours this summer and adding events. Full Story »