Getting or renewing a U.S. passport has gotten significantly easier and faster in the past year. Many people can renew their passports online, rather than by mail. And, as of this writing, the longest ...

Passport applications and renewals continue during a government shutdown, as the State Department keeps services running.

Losing your travel document while overseas can be a hassle, but the process of getting a replacement and getting yourself home is simple once you know what to do. By Danielle Gelfand This summer, on a ...