Jane O'Shea articles

Archaeological Digging Site

The Ancient Egyptian Sabu disk is from 3,000 BCE but looks like a modern machining tool. Here are some of Ancient Egypt's coolest artifacts.

Egyptians have never been subtle. The way they created…well, everything, it had to be unique and dazzle. Even their smallest objects seem to shine big if you look long enough.
June 23, 2026 Jane O'Shea
Clavo con escritura cuneiforme

Archaeologists at 3,400-year-old Hattusa site claim that cylindrical holes and precise cuts may hint at advanced technology used during construction.

Deep in Turkey lies a city that challenges almost everything we think we know about ancient technology. The Hittites left behind stone work that continues to baffle experts centuries later.
June 23, 2026 Jane O'Shea
Woman and family on dock watching cruise ship depart

I missed my cruise departure because of a flight delay, and nobody would reimburse me. Do I have any more options?

You arrive at the cruise terminal only to see your cruise ship disappearing over the horizon. Your flight delay turned a long-awaited vacation into a stressful and expensive ordeal. Many travelers assume someone will cover the losses, but the reality is often far more complicated.
June 12, 2026 Jane O'Shea
Woman with red nails covering mouth with hands at airport terminal under curved glass canopy; surprise.

I read about the “airport theory” trend online and tried it out. I ended up missing my flight. Is there a way to get a refund?

Airport theory looked like the perfect shortcut for people who hate waiting at the gate. The idea spreading online is simple: arrive close to departure, glide through the airport, and board with little wasted time. It sounded bold, efficient, and a little ridiculous. That last part should have been my warning.
June 8, 2026 Jane O'Shea

I filled up the rental car less than 10 miles before dropping it off. The gauge was on full, but they billed me $20. Can they do this?

You returned the rental car with a full tank, but the agency billed you extra anyway. Now what?
May 5, 2026 Jane O'Shea