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Family history tied to Norfolk's Yankee shipwreck

A journey to Blakeney Point reveals a decaying steamer, the Yankee, and a poignant link to a great-great-grandfather's maritime legacy in Norfolk. Discover the intertwining of family history and natural reclamation.

Top 7 Finnish Destinations for 2026 Travel

Discover Finland's top destinations for 2026, from Helsinki's urban charm to Lapland's Arctic wonders. Plan your trip to the world's happiest country now!

42 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Libya

At least 42 migrants are presumed dead after their boat capsized off Libya. Seven survivors were found after six days at sea. Read more on the Central Mediterranean crisis.

The Mountain Goats: Shipwreck Songs Masterpiece

John Darnielle delivers another lyrical masterpiece with The Mountain Goats' latest album 'Through This Fire', exploring maritime disasters and human resilience in his signature storytelling style.

Trump's Great Lakes oil drilling threat sparks fury

Former President Donald Trump faces backlash after suggesting he would reverse protections against Great Lakes oil drilling, drawing sharp criticism from Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and environmental groups.

Climate Change Threatens Historic Erie Canal

New research reveals how climate change is threatening the historic Erie Canal, the 19th-century engineering marvel that transformed America's economic landscape, with severe weather patterns putting this national treasure at risk.

Rachel Shenton: How deaf dad inspired her TV role

Oscar-winning actress Rachel Shenton reveals how her father's sudden deafness inspired Channel 5's heartwarming series 'Creatures Great and Small' and her ongoing advocacy for the deaf community.

Why Shackleton's Endurance sank: Mystery solved

Groundbreaking research reveals the shocking truth behind the sinking of Ernest Shackleton's Endurance, solving a century-old polar mystery that has captivated explorers and historians alike.

NZ compensates Samoa for 2012 ferry disaster

In a landmark move, New Zealand offers a formal apology and NZ$12.7 million compensation to Samoa for the 2012 ferry sinking that claimed five lives, marking a significant moment in Pacific diplomacy.

300-year-old Spanish coins found on Florida beach

A Florida beachcomber's routine stroll turned into a historic discovery when he unearthed a trove of 18th-century Spanish silver coins, believed to be from a 1715 shipwreck revealed by recent hurricane activity.

Million-pound coin haul found off Florida coast

Divers discover rare Spanish colonial coins worth over £1 million in spectacular underwater find along Florida's famous Treasure Coast, rewriting history one coin at a time.

Antiques Roadshow's £6k ship log stuns experts

A remarkable piece of maritime history, the log book from the ship that inspired the first lifeboat service, leaves experts speechless with its staggering valuation on Antiques Roadshow.

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