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Interested party. Proud to live in Alabama the Beautiful. ✈️🌍Travel junkie beyond the comfort zone. Restless.Incurable.Wanderer.

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Traveling to Mexico or Canada for the FIFA World Cup match?

[TravelGov @TravelGov]

Do you know someone traveling to Mexico or Canada for a FIFA World Cup 2026™ match? Share this post with them as a reminder to sign up for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (https://t.co/HRh4GOwf9m) so the U.S. embassy can be in touch in case of an emergency.

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Alabama automotive manufacturing roundtable.

[AL.com @aldotcom]

"We don’t want China to come in and take over our industry,” said Ron Davis, president of the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association.

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[elaine fincannon @efincann]

News you can use when traveling to Antwerp.

[Reuters @Reuters]

In Antwerp's busy bars, locals have a simple trick for ordering a tap beer without saying a single word. Once you know it, you'll never wait for the bartender's attention the same way again https://t.co/GjwnTVRg5l

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

"The U.S. Travel Association noted that U.S. customs officials at New Jersey's Newark airport near New York City process 5 million Americans returning home annually."

[Reuters @Reuters]

US travel group warns closing Newark airport to international travel could cost $8 billion annually https://t.co/DVgKppOF2G https://t.co/DVgKppOF2G

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Travel Update. Headed to Europe on holiday? Europe's EES system. "The system doesn't work."

[TaraBull @TaraBull]

CNN’s Clarissa Ward reports U.S. passport holders heading to Europe face long delays from the new EU Entry/Exit System.

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Travel update. Do not travel to Uganda. Level 4

[TravelGov @TravelGov]

Uganda: The Department of State updated the Uganda Travel Advisory to Level 4 and advises U.S. citizens Do Not Travel to Uganda due to the Ebola outbreak. Due to the Ebola outbreak, Uganda has limited crossings at the border with DRC and temporarily closed some markets:
▪️On May 21, 2026, the Uganda National Task Force on Ebola Virus Disease communicated that Uganda intends to limit traffic crossing the Uganda-DRC border.
▪️Only essential traffic will be permitted for the next four weeks.
▪️All public passenger service on bus transport, public transport, flights, and Semliki River ferries is suspended. Goods and food transport are excepted.
▪️Uganda will also suspend weekly markets in high-risk districts for the next four weeks.
Read more: https://t.co/sJQVcecHnI

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Atlanta's Hartsfield (ATL) added for Ebola screening.

[Reuters Health @Reuters_Health]

US adds Atlanta area airport for Ebola screening, CDC says https://t.co/nmsPsEfWjR https://t.co/nmsPsEfWjR

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Traveler's update on Tanzania

[TravelGov @TravelGov]

Tanzania: The Tanzanian government issued a travel advisory announcing enhanced public health measures at all points of entry due to the outbreak of Ebola disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. Visit the Tanzanian Ministry of Health’s website for updates on entry and exit protocols. More at https://t.co/E53QAtUrPK

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Update for US citizens that have recently been in countries listed below.

[TravelGov @TravelGov]

As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. https://t.co/7gW7cENrVb

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

A headache for many travelers, but so very happy it was found! They will "regiggy".

[CBS News @CBSNews]

WATCH LIVE: Sinkhole at LaGuardia Airport forces runway to shut down https://t.co/Q1jTTiU6eQ

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Travel update for those flying into New York via LaGuardia.

[ABC News @ABC]

A sinkhole has shut down one of the runways at LaGuardia International Airport in New York City, prompting cancellations and delays, according to officials. https://t.co/YNWcBl4gKv

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Travel Update

[TravelGov @TravelGov]

The Department of State strongly urges Americans not to travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), South Sudan, or Uganda for any reason and to reconsider travel to Rwanda due to the Ebola Bundibugyo Virus disease outbreak in the region. The Department’s Travel Advisories for DRC, South Sudan, and Uganda are now Level 4 – Do Not Travel, and the Travel Advisory for Rwanda is Level 3 – Reconsider Travel. Read the full advisories at https://t.co/VNHnZVepOz

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

Do you need to update your passport with a name change?

[TravelGov @TravelGov]

Passport PSA: If you’ve legally changed your name and need to update your passport, or need to correct a data or printing error, go to https://t.co/zx9ss02OH0 for the simple step-by-step process.

[The Associated Press @AP]

BREAKING: The Trump administration announces a $1.7 billion fund to compensate prosecuted allies after dropping a lawsuit against the IRS. https://t.co/2kh5VINHpl

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Clarence Carter, Clarence Carter, Clarence Carter, Clarence Carter. IYKYK

[AL.com @aldotcom]

Soul legend and Alabama native Clarence Carter has died at 90. Carter, who was born in Montgomery and attended Alabama School for the Blind and Alabama State University, is known for hits such as "Strokin'" and "Patches."

More: https://t.co/c24KI0947Z

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Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen said next Tuesday’s primary will happen as scheduled, but votes in congressional races in four districts will be voided after a special primary in August. 🔗 https://t.co/ROxEtzARbk

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Gov. Kay Ivey has called a second primary election after the U.S. Supreme Court lifted an injunction that had barred Alabama from using a congressional district map passed by the Legislature in 2023.

[AL.com @aldotcom]

“I hope she always remains loyal to me so I can continue to support her,” President Donald Trump said.

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BYOB. Bring your own Biscoff.

[The Washington Post @washingtonpost]

In a devastating move for Biscoff cookie fans, Delta Air Lines announced it will no longer serve free snacks and beverages to economy passengers on flights of less than 350 miles, starting May 19.

Our travel reporters have thoughts: https://t.co/jj96nwKhBI

[elaine fincannon @efincann]

When your baby graduates. 😃🏇

[Kentucky Derby @KentuckyDerby]

The moment Cherie DeVaux became the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby.