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Pirate tourist ship sinks off Mexican coast

A three-masted sailing vessel modelled after Christopher Columbus's galleon unexpectedly sank during a tourist excursion, forcing emergency evacuations and raising serious safety questions about adventure tourism operations.

University strike threat over pay could lock students out

British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.

What happens when someone dies on a cruise ship?

An exclusive investigation reveals the carefully choreographed procedures cruise lines follow when dealing with passenger deaths at sea - from temporary morgues to diplomatic protocols.

Cruise ship noise driving tourists insane

Discover the hidden acoustic nightmare ruining luxury cruises as travellers reveal the constant, maddening noises that are turning dream holidays into sleepless torture.

France paralysed by mass strikes over economic reforms

France faces widespread disruption as transport, education and public services grind to a halt amid union-led protests against the new prime minister's economic agenda, testing President Macron's government.

Cruise worker reveals secret code word for death on ship

A former cruise worker reveals the industry's hidden protocols, from the secret code for a death at sea to why the morgue is always kept freezing cold. Discover the unsettling truths of life working on a luxury liner.

Gatwick Airport Braces for 8 Days of Strike Action

Gatwick Airport is set for major disruption this autumn as over 100 workers announce eight days of strikes in a dispute over pay and working conditions, threatening travel plans for thousands of passengers.

Celebrity Xcel Cruise Ship Completes Sea Trials

Celebrity Cruises' revolutionary new ship, Celebrity Xcel, has successfully completed its sea trials, marking a major milestone ahead of its late 2025 debut. Discover its stunning design and industry-first features.

Travel Chaos for Brits as Spanish Airport Strikes Ground Flights

British holidaymakers face severe travel disruption as indefinite strikes by security staff at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) cause flight cancellations and massive delays. The industrial action, demanding higher pay, is set to cause chaos throughout Oct

TFL invites RMT to resume talks after London Tube strikes

Transport for London has formally invited the RMT union back to the negotiating table following a week of crippling Tube strikes that brought the capital to a standstill, as both sides seek a resolution to the ongoing dispute over working conditions.

NHS Strike Escalation Threat Over Outsourcing Plans

Exclusive: The UK government faces imminent NHS strike escalation as unions vow to combat plans replacing striking staff with outsourced workers, potentially prolonging the largest walkout in health service history.

France Strikes: September Flight & Train Travel Chaos

Travellers heading to France this September are being warned of severe disruption as a massive 'Bloquons Tout' strike is set to cripple the country's transport networks, including flights and rail services.

London Tube Strikes September 2024: Full Disruption Details

Major London Underground strikes scheduled for September 2024 will cause severe disruption across Tube lines. Here's everything you need to know about dates, alternative transport options and how to navigate the capital during industrial action.

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