US Elevates National Threat Level
The threat level has been elevated to High or Orange for all domestic and international flights.

"There is no credible, specific intelligence suggesting an imminent threat to the homeland at this time Still, we are closely assessing potential threats and response planning leading into and following the electoral process in 2008 to 2009. Heightened coordination and planning among intelligence community and law enforcement partners is being undertaken solely out of an abundance of caution, and focuses on preventive and preparedness measures for the transition period between administrations. [this could mean from now until at least January 20, 2009] All Americans should continue to be vigilant, take notice of their surroundings and report suspicious items or activities to local authorities immediately." For more information go to www.dhs.gov

On Sunday the Australian government's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade warned Australians of the "high risk" or terror attacks on flights within, in and out of the US.