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Southampton Boat Show faces brutal budget uncertainty

The prestigious Southampton International Boat Show faces unprecedented challenges as government budget delays create a 'brutal' atmosphere, leaving marine businesses feeling 'very attacked' and threatening the future of this cornerstone UK marine event.

Cape Cod Family Rescued After Boat Fire

A Massachusetts family's fishing trip turned into a nightmare when their boat caught fire off Cape Cod, leaving them stranded in the Atlantic until a dramatic coastguard rescue.

Channel 4 grabs Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race from BBC

In a dramatic broadcasting shift, Channel 4 has secured the TV rights to the iconic Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race, ending the BBC's 17-year reign over the prestigious annual event starting from 2026.

BBC loses Boat Race TV rights over 'elitist' coverage

In a dramatic broadcasting shake-up, the BBC has lost television rights to the iconic Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race after race organisers claimed the broadcaster's coverage was 'elitist' and failed to attract younger audiences.

DRC Boat Disaster: 180+ Dead in Congo River Tragedy

A major maritime disaster has struck the Democratic Republic of Congo as overcrowded boats capsize on the Congo River, claiming at least 180 lives in one of Africa's deadliest recent accidents.

Wahlberg Wants Hemsworths For Scottish Rowing Epic

Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg is championing a film about the incredible true story of the Scottish rowing brothers who braved the Atlantic. He wants Chris and Liam Hemsworth to play the heroic siblings.

Five dead, including child, in Channel migrant boat tragedy

Five people, including a young child, have died after a small boat carrying over 100 migrants capsized in the English Channel. The UK Coastguard and French navy launched a major rescue operation in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Bruges Tour Boat Crashes Into Low Bridge, Soaking Tourists

Shocking video captures the moment a Belgian canal boat in Bruges fails to clear a low bridge, sending panicked passengers diving for cover as the roof scrapes over their heads. The unexpected deluge turns a serene tour into a frantic scramble for safety.

Gladwell Demands Total Ban on Trans Athletes in Women's Sports

Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell ignites a firestorm by calling for a complete exclusion of transgender athletes from female competitions, arguing it's the only way to ensure fairness. His controversial comments challenge current sporting policies.

Luxury yacht sinks minutes after launch; owner swims ashore

A brand new £425,000 luxury motor yacht, the 'Princess V55', catastrophically sank just minutes into its maiden voyage off the English coast. The owner and a crew member were forced to abandon ship and swim to safety as the vessel rapidly took on water an

British Brothers Shatter Pacific Rowing Record

Two British brothers, Euan and Jamie Fraser, have shattered the world record for rowing the Pacific Ocean, completing a perilous 10,000-mile journey from Peru to Australia sustained by a surprising stash of pizza.

69 Drown as Migrant Boat Capsizes Off Mauritania Coast

At least 69 people have died and dozens are missing after a migrant boat bound for the Canary Islands capsized off the coast of Mauritania. Survivors recount a desperate struggle for survival in one of the deadliest migration routes in the world.

George Clooney's The Boys in the Boat: A Riveting Underdog Tale

Daily Mail's Brian Viner delivers his verdict on George Clooney's latest directorial effort, 'The Boys in the Boat' – a stirring Depression-era underdog story about the US rowing team's quest for Olympic gold. Discover why this true-life sports drama is a

Clooney's The Boys in the Boat: A Stirring Underdog Saga

George Clooney delivers a classic, heartwarming underdog story with 'The Boys in the Boat.' Our review from the Venice Film Festival explores why this rowing drama is a crowd-pleasing, if conventional, return to form.

Team GB drops rower Stephen Nolan for Paris 2024 Olympics

In a dramatic turn of events, Team GB has dropped champion rower Stephen Nolan from its Paris 2024 Olympic squad, opting instead for an Australian-born athlete. The decision has ignited a fierce debate over selection policies and national identity in elit

UK Duo Two-Thirds Through Epic 8000-Mile Charity Row

Two British rowers, battling isolation and the Atlantic's fury, are two-thirds through a record-breaking 8000-mile journey from Japan to London, raising vital funds for the NHS and mental health charities.

Ancient 'Jesus Boat' Discovery Rewrites Biblical History

Groundbreaking archaeological discovery of a 2000-year-old 'Jesus Boat' from the Sea of Galilee provides astonishing physical evidence of daily life in the Biblical era. Experts reveal how this miraculous preservation rewrites our understanding of ancient

Tourist paralysed after Devon sea safari seat fails

A British tourist's dream holiday turned to tragedy when a catastrophic seat failure on a Devon sea safari boat left him paralysed from the waist down. The horrifying incident occurred off the coast of Ilfracombe, sparking serious safety concerns.

UK asylum claims hit record 111,000 under Labour

Newly released Home Office figures show a record 111,000 asylum claims were made in the UK in the past year, marking a significant challenge for the new Labour government and raising urgent questions about border control and processing systems.

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