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Elderly Sailor Rescued After 45-Hour Atlantic Ordeal

An 81-year-old yachtsman is recovering after a dramatic two-day rescue from his stricken vessel in the treacherous Bay of Biscay. The UK coastguard and Spanish authorities coordinated the complex long-range operation.

Venezuelan Gang's Florida Smuggling Plot Foiled

US authorities intercept a major human smuggling operation off the Florida coast, linking the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua to a failed boat strike. The incident raises alarms over the cartel's expanding international reach and evolving tactics.

Greta Thunberg's former yacht hit in Black Sea drone strike

Exclusive report: A UK-registered sailing vessel, previously used by climate activist Greta Thunberg, has reportedly been damaged in a suspected drone attack in the Black Sea. The incident raises serious questions about maritime security and the targeting

Cargo ship anchor severs vital internet cables in Long Beach

A major internet outage looms after a cargo ship's anchor severed vital subsea cables in Long Beach. The incident exposes the fragility of global digital infrastructure and raises serious questions about maritime safety protocols.

Pensioner on mobility scooter jailed for cocaine smuggling

A 63-year-old man from Kent, using a mobility scooter, has been sentenced to eight years for attempting to smuggle £1 million worth of cocaine from the Netherlands. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated drug operation.

Pensioner caught smuggling live snakes in trousers at Gatwick

A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.

Chinese 'Kamikaze' Drone Hits Taiwanese Ship in Strait

Exclusive: A suspected Chinese maritime drone collided with a Taiwanese commercial vessel in the Taiwan Strait, escalating military tensions. The incident, captured on video, raises fears of a new era of asymmetric warfare.

Dozens of shipping containers adrift in Alaska waters

The US Coast Guard is investigating a significant maritime incident after over two dozen shipping containers were discovered adrift in the perilous waters of Alaska's Prince William Sound, sparking a major pollution and navigation hazard alert.

Greta Thunberg's Gaza flotilla fails hours after departure

Climate activist Greta Thunberg was seen laughing as the controversial 'Gaza Freedom Flotilla' was compelled to abandon its voyage from Spain just hours after departure, following a mysterious technical failure and potential diplomatic pressure.

19th-Century Shipwreck Emerges From Lake Michigan

A remarkable piece of maritime history has been revealed on the shores of Wisconsin as a 150-year-old shipwreck, the 'George L. Newman', emerges from Lake Michigan's depths following a powerful storm, offering a rare glimpse into the region's nautical pas

19th-Century Shipwreck Uncovered in Lake Michigan

A remarkable piece of maritime history has been revealed on the shores of Rowleys Bay, Wisconsin, as receding lake waters expose a well-preserved shipwreck from the 1800s, captivating historians and locals alike.

Greta Thunberg's Gaza flotilla forced to turn back

Climate activist Greta Thunberg's pro-Palestinian aid flotilla from Spain to Gaza was dramatically forced to turn back just hours into its journey, in a major setback for the high-profile mission.

World's Largest Iceberg On Collision Course With Shipping

The colossal iceberg A23a, twice the size of Greater London, is drifting dangerously towards key shipping routes after breaking free from Antarctica. Scientists warn of a significant threat to maritime traffic as it enters the 'iceberg alley'.

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