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Cruise ship stuck after 18 containers fall into Solent
The P&O Cruises ship Iona is delayed in Southampton after 18 shipping containers, carrying bananas, fell from a cargo vessel into the Solent. Authorities are working to locate and recover the containers. Read the latest updates.
Australian Woman Feared Dead in Mozambique Channel Sailing
A 67-year-old Australian woman is suspected to have died while sailing from Madagascar to Mozambique. Search efforts continue as authorities investigate the incident.
Sailors Found Dead on Yacht Off South Africa Coast
Deirdre Sibly and Pascal found deceased on yacht near Madagascar. Family fears pirate attack in dangerous South African waters. Read the full investigation details.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Cruise passenger dies during remote Australian island visit
Australian authorities have launched an investigation after British tourist Suzanne Rees died aboard the Coral Adventurer cruise ship during an expedition to a remote island territory.
Australian November Books: Garner's Return & Must-Reads
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
Century-old shipwreck mystery unearthed on Victorian beach
Maritime archaeologists are investigating a mysterious shipwreck that emerged on a Victorian beach, believed to have lain hidden for over a century after being revealed by recent wild weather.
Coral Adventurer Captain Shockingly Dismissed After 10 Years
Exclusive: Captain Andrew Craddock, veteran leader of Coral Expeditions, has been abruptly removed from his command after ten years of pioneering adventure cruises through Australia's remote waters.
PIX Magazine: Australia's Lost Visual History Rediscovered
A stunning new exhibition unveils forgotten photographic treasures from PIX Magazine, capturing Australia's social transformation from the 1930s to 1970s through groundbreaking photojournalism.
Lost Tapes: Australian Nun's Secret Lo-Fi Music Discovered
Decades after recording in obscurity, Sister Irene O'Connor's haunting lo-fi pop emerges from dusty archives, captivating modern audiences with its timeless quality.
Cruise passenger dies after falling during storm
A family's dream cruise turns to tragedy as a 73-year-old woman dies after falling down stairs during rough seas on a Coral Expeditions voyage from Australia to Singapore.
Narco-submarines targeting Australia's Pacific coast
Exclusive intelligence reveals sophisticated South American drug cartels are targeting Australia's coastline with narco-submarines, creating unprecedented challenges for border security forces.
Woman dies on luxury cruise ship near Lizard Island
A 47-year-old woman has tragically died aboard a Coral Expeditions cruise ship while visiting the picturesque Lizard Island. Emergency services responded but were unable to save her.
Roman ruler mix-up stuns Queensland exam students
Australian high school students were left bewildered when a Queensland history exam featured an obscure Roman military commander instead of the expected Julius Caesar, raising questions about curriculum standards.
Titanic families forced to pay for victims' transport
Shocking historical documents reveal how White Star Line charged bereaved relatives for transport costs to bring Titanic victims home in cruel post-disaster policy.
Michael Cook: Bidjara artist's groundbreaking retrospective
Explore the groundbreaking retrospective of Bidjara artist Michael Cook, whose powerful photographic series challenge colonial narratives and celebrate Indigenous resilience through stunning visual storytelling.
Bligh's Mutiny Survival Compass for Sale
The extraordinary brass compass that enabled Captain William Bligh to navigate 3,600 miles to safety after the infamous 1789 Mutiny on the Bounty emerges for public sale, revealing one of history's greatest survival stories.
Fulham Palace makes Black History Month permanent
The former Bishop of London's residence launches permanent Black history programme, confronting its colonial past through new exhibitions and educational initiatives.
French Crown Jewels Sold Off in 1887, Expert Reveals
Shocking discovery reveals France's priceless crown jewels were systematically dismantled and sold by the government in 1887, leaving the Louvre without its most spectacular gems.
Black Waterloo Veteran Identified After 200 Years
Groundbreaking historical research has identified a Black Waterloo veteran in an exceptionally rare painting, uncovering the remarkable story of a former slave who fought for Britain against Napoleon.
Titanic shilling valued at £3000 on Antiques Roadshow
A remarkable Titanic shilling carried by a survivor during the 1912 disaster leaves experts speechless with its extraordinary valuation and emotional backstory on Antiques Roadshow.
Kipling's desperate WWI letters about missing son revealed
Newly discovered correspondence reveals the Jungle Book author's desperate search for his son John during the Battle of Loos, exposing a father's private torment behind the public patriotism.
Langton exposes Abbott's Trumpian history rewrite
Marcia Langton delivers scathing critique of former PM Tony Abbott's distortion of Australian democracy and indigenous history in powerful new analysis.
British women smash Pacific rowing world record
Two British women make history as first female crew to row non-stop across the Pacific Ocean, battling 40ft waves and extreme isolation in 6-month epic voyage.
The Boundless Deep: Holmes's oceanic masterpiece
Discover how Richard Holmes's masterful new work charts humanity's enduring fascination with the sea, from scientific discovery to poetic inspiration in this compelling review.
British duo complete brutal Pacific row after 6 months
Two British adventurers complete gruelling 6-month Pacific row from South America to Australia, facing brutal final hours in their record-breaking journey across the world's largest ocean.
Scottish historic ship deliberately sunk in Hawaii
Outrage erupts as the iconic Scottish-built sailing vessel Falls of Clyde is intentionally scuttled in Hawaii, sparking international condemnation and heritage concerns.
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