Border authorities in St.Petersburg, Russia barred Israeli Arkia plane from leaving the airport with Israeli tourists on board because they did not have Russian visas. Never mind that Israel and Russia have visa-free regime for a year. Diplomatic efforts bore no fruit, and Russian Transaero flight had been grounded in Israel’s Ben Gurion airport. At that point, the Russians agreed to exchange the aircraft. Samson Blinded Full Story

Smuggling drugs into the USA has become passe.  For those that really want to walk on the wild side, why not try smuggling African Bush Meat?  Or, how about dead fruit bat?  The customs controls officers at Dulles International Airport have some interesting stories to tell.   One officer found a full body smoked monkey. Its face and teeth were still clearly visible. Another officer discovered in someone's luggage two full length uncooked cow legs. Many of the meats are... Full Story