New government statistics released today show a 25% increase in passengers reporting lost luggage during August.
Analysts blamed the spike on rises in checked baggage in the face of tightened security, as well as industry-wide staffing cuts.
Guess civil liberties weren't the only collateral damage in the crusade against liquids.
(Thanks to Matt!)
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