A serious incident occurred on a flight from Craiova to Madrid when a man caused a disturbance, insulting the crew and other passengers. Police were called to remove the individual from the aircraft.

The Ukrainian Navy is set to have five mine countermeasure vessels in service by June 2026, with the Netherlands currently training the crew for the minehunter Zr. Ms. Makkum, which will be transferred to Ukraine and renamed Henichesk.

A portion of the crew from the sailing ship 'Jadran' honored national heroes Spasić and Mašera, who on April 17, 1941, refused to surrender the destroyer 'Zagreb' to Italian occupiers during the April War.

The crew of the Artemis mission has issued a call for unity among humanity, likening Earth to a 'lifeboat' that requires collective effort.

The Artemis II astronauts have successfully splashed down after a record-breaking 10-day lunar voyage, with the crew urging unity on Earth, even as the mission has attracted a wave of conspiracy theories.

Authorities located the wreckage of a missing Cessna plane in Dinagat Islands, Philippines. However, the crew members who were on board are still unaccounted for.

Following their splashdown, the crew of the Artemis II mission is now preparing for a challenging obstacle course. This phase is crucial for their recovery and assessment after the space journey.

The crew of the Shenzhou XXI mission has showcased children's artwork while in orbit, highlighting a unique cultural exchange from space.

The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle entered Souda Bay in Crete, Greece, on Thursday morning, where it is expected to remain until April 7, allowing the crew a break for Easter.

A marriage proposal on a cruise ship went viral after the crew accidentally celebrated before the groom could pop the question, forcing him to improvise.

The sudden departure of the US aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford from Crete to Split has led to various theories, including security concerns, logistical issues, and suspicions of sabotage within the crew.

A compelling AI-generated video vividly recreates the dramatic moments experienced by the crew and passengers of Olympic Airways Flight OA 411 from Ellinikon Airport to New York, depicting the 'miracle' over Athens.

A Qatari army helicopter crashed over the Gulf state's territorial waters during a routine operation, likely due to a technical malfunction. Search efforts are underway for the crew and passengers.

A Qatari military helicopter experienced a technical malfunction during routine duty and crashed in the Gulf state's waters. Rescuers are currently searching for the crew and passengers.

A film production was interrupted due to financial difficulties, prompting government assistance, though only a third of the £600,000 debt owed to the crew will be paid.

The Ford's crew left Norfolk, Va., on June 24, initially bound for the Mediterranean. More than nine months later, the crew is now in the Red Sea for the war with Iran with no clear return date.

Bert Kreischer's tour bus fire in North Dakota came after a bizarre tire blowout the night before forced the crew to abandon the vehicle on the side of the highway ... TMZ has learned. Rob Greenwald, Bert's rep, tells TMZ ... the trouble started in…

A section of the crew is understood to have stayed back on the vessel

As ship approached Strait of Hormuz, a 33-km-wide chokepoint currently a theatre of US-Iran war, the crew encountered a total stop of electronic navigation aids

A drone strike on an oil facility at Oman's Salalah port was captured on film by the crew of a nearby vessel, marking a specific incident in the escalating regional tensions.

The Kreni-promeni movement announced it will submit a petition with over 49,000 signatures to the Belgrade City Assembly, demanding the construction of a memorial for the crew and victims of a helicopter crash.

The first news that an American submarine sank an enemy ship for the first time since World War II arrived in the form of a short email at 5 a.m.

A woman was removed from an American Airlines plane after playing a loud video for 30 seconds, leading her to swear at the crew and question 'free-speech America' during the incident.

A LATAM airline plane was held at Lisbon airport after the crew detected a suspicious bag, though the situation has since been normalized.

Sri Lankan President announces that the crew of an Iranian vessel will be disembarked at Colombo Port, and the ship will be moved to Trincomalee.

NASA has announced the cancellation of the crewed lunar landing for its Artemis III mission, a significant change to its ambitious space exploration plans.

Kuwait’s Defense Ministry says ’several’ US warplanes have crashed in the country, all the crew survived

Star Trek: Prodigy ended after two seasons, leaving questions over the crew's fate, and Starfleet Academy missed the perfect chance to resolve it.

The cult British sci-fi comedy has lost one of its "fathers." English screenwriter and writer Rob Grant, who breathed life into the crew of a wandering mining ship, suddenly died at the age of 70.

The crew of the American aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford is experiencing significant personal pressure due to an uninterrupted mission since last June, leading to psychological burdens and issues like clogged toilets.

The crew of a $13 billion US supercarrier deployed near Iran is experiencing significant strain due to a record-long deployment and persistent sewage system failures. These issues are impacting morale and living conditions aboard the vessel.

An IndiGo flight was forced to divert to Imphal, Manipur, after a sudden dust storm made landing at its original destination, Dibrugarh airport, unsafe. The crew made a swift decision to re-route the aircraft to the nearest viable alternative.

Danish forces transported a crew member from an American submarine to Nuuk yesterday, as the crew member needed urgent medical attention.

The USS Lionfish docked at Battleship Cove in Fall River, Massachusetts. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider The USS Lionfish was commissioned in 1944 and earned one battle star for service in World War II. It sank a Japanese submarine, rescued the crew of a B-29 bomber, and served as a training submarine. The Balao-class submarine is now a museum docked at Battleship Cove in Fall River, Massachusetts. The World War II submarine USS Lionfish was part of America's "Silent Service." Despite comprising less than 2% of all US Navy vessels during World War II, submarines like the USS Lionfish sank 55% of Japanese vessels in battle. This once-fearsome vessel is now a 311-foot-long museum exhibit, allowing the public to learn about its top-secret wartime operations. Take a look inside the USS Lionfish. Commissioned in 1944, the USS Lionfish earned one battle star for service during World War II. The USS Lionfish at sea in an undated photo. Arkivi/Getty Images Over the Balao-class submarine's two war patrols, she sank a Japanese submarine, destroyed a schooner, and rescued the crew of a downed American B-29 bomber. The USS Lionfish was recommissioned for the Korean War, serving from 1951 to 1953. From 1960 to 1971, the USS Lionfish served as a reserve training submarine, teaching crew members to operate similar vessels. Since 1973, the USS Lionfish has been on display at Battleship Cove, a maritime museum in Fall River, Massachusetts. The USS Lionfish. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Tickets to Battleship Cove cost $25 per adult. I visited the museum in January to take a closer look at the retired submarine. The first stop on my self-guided tour was the forward torpedo room, where 16 torpedomen slept and worked. The forward torpedo room. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider The forward torpedo room featured six torpedo tubes, each storing a torpedo, and 10 reloads. The 16 crew members slept alongside the torpedoes on pull-out bunks, remaining ready to fire at all times. Behind the torpedo room was officers' country, which included the officers' pantry. The officers' pantry. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider In the officers' pantry, meals for the higher-ranking crew members were reheated and plated on Navy china. They ate the same food as the rest of the sailors, but in a fancier setting. Officers used the wardroom for dining, working, and relaxing. The wardroom on board the USS Lionfish. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider It could also serve as an operating room in medical emergencies. Junior officers slept in a room with four bunks. The junior officers' quarters. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Officers enjoyed more privacy on board than enlisted men. Senior officers had even more privacy in a room with a triple bunk. The senior officers' quarters. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider The submarine's second-in-command, known as the executive officer, slept in this room. The commanding officer slept in the only private room on board the submarine. The commanding officer's stateroom. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider The commanding officer's stateroom featured a small desk that functioned as a private workspace. Chief petty officers slept five to a room in their quarters. The chief petty officers' quarters. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Chief petty officers served as liaisons between the officers and the crew. This room was also colloquially known as the "goat locker" since the more experienced officers were affectionately nicknamed "old goats." In the ship's office, an administrator known as the yeoman handled all of the ship's paperwork. The ship's office. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Personnel files, orders of supplies, and other administrative tasks were the yeoman's domain. Equipment in the control room managed the submarine's depth, speed, steering, and navigation. The control room. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider The commanding officer issued orders from the control center or the conning tower located directly above. The USS Lionfish's conning tower wasn't open to the public, but I did get to look inside one while touring another Balao-class submarine, the USS Becuna. Communications and covert operations were handled in the radio room. The radio room. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider The USS Lionfish was equipped with sonar, or "sound navigation and ranging," to listen for enemy ships in the surrounding waters. Chefs prepared meals for the submarine's 80 crew members in the main galley. The main galley. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider The galley prepared four meals a day: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and midnight rations known as "mid-rats." The crew's mess was an all-purpose room where sailors ate, lounged, and played games. The crew's mess. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Frozen and refrigerated food was stored in compartments underneath the floor. The bunks have been removed from the crew's berthing during ongoing restoration work. The crew's berthing. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Other Balao-class submarines held 35 or 36 bunks in this space. The USS Lionfish featured two engine rooms, each containing two diesel engines. The forward engine room. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Each engine room was responsible for half of the ship's electric and propulsion power. In the maneuvering room, switches controlled the flow of electricity to the submarine's generators. The maneuvering room. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider While surfaced, the submarine's four diesel engines powered its generators, which in turn powered the ship's motors. While submerged, storage batteries powered the motors. My tour ended with the after torpedo room at the back of the submarine. The after torpedo room. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Around 13 enlisted men worked and slept in the after torpedo room, which featured four torpedo tubes. The USS Lionfish remains unique among World War II submarines. The USS Lionfish docked at Battleship Cove in Fall River, Massachusetts. Talia Lakritz/Business Insider Over 50 submarines underwent a Greater Underwater Propulsive Power 1-A, or "GUPPY," modernization after World War II. However, the USS Lionfish remained as it was. Museum staff and volunteers are working to restore the USS Lionfish and preserve its original configuration. Even in frigid temperatures, I saw volunteers holding tools and walking carefully around the deck's open panels, revealing the complex mechanics beneath. Read the original article on Business Insider

The crew will spend the next eight months conducting experiments to prepare for human exploration beyond Earth's orbit.

The crew of the Artemis II mission has returned to Earth, bringing back stunning visuals from deep space with Earth as a backdrop. This mission marks a new era for manned spaceflights.

The crew of the recent Artemis II mission shared their profound awe at the fragile beauty of Earth observed from space. They expressed a desire to protect the planet, noting the absence of borders or signs of conflict from their vantage point.

The crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission has captured extraordinary images of Earth appearing to sink below the lunar horizon, an event known as an 'Earthset,' during their journey around the far side of the Moon.

Det är fortsatt förvirrat och osäkert kring Hormuzsundet. De snabba vändningarna tär på besättningarna som är fast i Persiska viken. – Det är klart att det är en pressad situation, säger Stena Bulks…

The crew of the Artemis II mission has shared their reflections on the journey, emphasizing how the experience deepened their friendship. Their comments highlight the personal impact of space exploration.

A 34-year-old Palestinian passenger sexually harassed a flight attendant by exposing himself during a flight from Brussels, creating a terrifying experience for the crew member.

The crew of the Artemis II mission made their first statements after returning to Earth, describing the experience of the lunar flyby as profoundly emotional and transformative.

Comedian Bill Maher voiced his doubts about the Artemis II mission, suggesting focus should instead be on addressing earthly problems, with his remarks taped before the crew's safe return.

The crew's response to an accident aboard the fishing vessel Viðey RE has been described as 'exemplary' in an official report on the incident.

The crew of Artemis II is bracing for a critical and dangerous high-speed re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. Close attention is being paid to the Orion spacecraft's heat shield, which experienced issues during the uncrewed Artemis I mission.

An aircraft arriving from Venice aborted its initial landing attempt at Paris after the crew detected small explosions, later attributed to wedding fireworks.

Unsafe working conditions on a film set reportedly caused the crew to leave, with an incident where actors fell through a window during filming.

Details have emerged about custom Smith & Wesson pistols that were specifically built for the crews of the SR-71 Blackbird reconnaissance aircraft.

A French consumer organization has initiated a lawsuit against Ubisoft following the shutdown of the online game 'The Crew'.

The Russian Consul General has requested assistance for the crew of a ship that has been detained near Sweden.

On March 11, the tanker 'Mayuree Naree' was reportedly struck by an Iranian missile, forcing the crew to abandon the ship. A crew member has recounted the experience, with three individuals still reported missing.

The crew of the Arctic Metagaz tanker, which is currently adrift, has returned to Russia, while the unmanned vessel is projected to reach the Libyan coast within four days due to prevailing winds and currents.

Rail users in Thanjavur are delighted and have celebrated the crew of the Ernakulam-Velankanni weekly train service.

The 1997 film Titanic, which won 11 Oscars including awards for best film and directing, is known not only for its epic love story but also for the carefully depicted food that played an important role and...

Benetech Shipping SA announced that its managed tanker 'Zefyros' was involved in a serious security incident on March 11, 2026, when it was struck by an unknown projectile, but the crew is reported safe.

The crew of the Liberia-flagged Shenlong transited the strait overcoming the absence of electronic navigational equipment.

Three ships were hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, maritime security agencies announced, with one of the attacks causing a fire on the ship and forcing most of the crew to...

Russian personnel with mercenary and security agent experience have been identified among the crews of the secret 'ghost fleet' transporting Russian oil.

A growing number of businesses and project teams are using the 'Meet the Crew' trend on social media to introduce new employees to their audience in a unique and engaging way.

The US Navy reportedly warned the crew of the IRIS Dena before a torpedo strike in the Indian Ocean, which resulted in over 80 deaths.

Jeremih won't be hitting the road with B2K or Bow Wow after all ... because it's just been announced a health issue is going to keep him from going on tour with the crew. The singer-songwriter took to social media to announce he's dealing with a…

Russian forces have hit a civilian ship sailing under the Panamanian flag in the Black Sea, resulting in injuries among the crew.

When The Stories were announced as the winner of the 2026 Vibe Dance Competition on Sunday in Costa Mesa, California, it marked the crew’s second title on the prestigious stage.

A US-flagged tanker Stena Imperative has been attacked in the port of Bahrain, sparking a fire on board. The crew members have not been injured.

Several US fighter jets crashed in Kuwait, according to a statement from the country's Ministry of Defense. The crews involved in the incidents were subsequently hospitalized.

V.Ships Asia said that the crew member was killed in the engine room of the tanker. At least three ships are known to have been attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday.

Passengers on the Regal Princess cruise ship cheered as the crew successfully rescued four individuals from a distressed boat in the Gulf of Mexico during a voyage from Texas to Mexico.

Johnny Knoxville, co-creator and star of Jackass, reflects on 25 years of the franchise and confirms the upcoming fifth feature film will be the crew's last.

The crew blasted off from Cape Canaveral in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft atop a Falcon 9 rocket.

A ship and its crew garnered public attention in Croatia for two days after their engines failed during a major storm in the Hvar Channel. The crew's resourcefulness and solidarity at sea were deemed crucial in handling the emergency situation.

The crew of the icebreaker 'Varma' successfully rescued two individuals who were stranded on a drifting ice floe in the Baltic Sea during the night of February 22nd.

Jared Isaacman. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman blasted the "troubling" failures of the Boeing Starliner mission. In a letter to NASA staff, he said it wasn't initially deemed a mishap due to reputational concerns. A report into the mission found "unprofessional behavior," including yelling in meetings. The head of NASA sent a scathing letter to employees on Thursday, outlining the failures of the botched Boeing Starliner mission that left a pair of astronauts stuck in space. Jared Isaacman slammed "design and engineering deficiencies" but said the "most troubling failure" was decision-making and leadership. "If left unchecked, [it] could create a culture incompatible with human spaceflight," he added. The mission took place in June 2024, flying two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station. However, helium leaks saw Starliner's thrusters malfunction. The mission was supposed to last eight days, but the pair ultimately spent over 90 days in space before returning to Earth on a SpaceX flight. "We returned the crew safely, but the path we took did not reflect NASA at its best," Isaacman told staff. Also on Thursday, the incident was formally designated as a "Type A mishap" — the most severe level, on par with the Columbia and Challenger Space Shuttle disasters. NASA defines such mishaps as those causing more than $2 million in failure costs, the loss of a vehicle or its control, or deaths. However, a mishap was not initially declared for Starliner, despite a loss of control and, according to Isaacman, "cost thresholds exceeding a Type A mishap by a factor of one hundred," implying a loss of at least $200 million. This decision was influenced by "concern for the Starliner program's reputation," he added. Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, before boarding Starliner in June 2024. MIGUEL J. RODRIGUEZ CARRILLO/AFP via Getty Images Isaacman's letter wasn't entirely gloomy. He praised the "extraordinary professionalism" of controllers and crew who recovered control of the spacecraft and achieved docking with the International Space Station. "At that moment, had different decisions been made, had thrusters not been recovered, or had docking been unsuccessful, the outcome of this mission could have been very different," he added. 'Unprofessional behavior' included 'yelling in meetings' The letter coincided with the publication of the report into the Starliner mission. It's over 300 pages long and details the engineering and cultural problems. Investigators said there were "times of unprofessional behavior" as NASA and Boeing butted heads on how to bring the astronauts home. "There was yelling in meetings," one interviewee said. "It was emotionally charged and unproductive." Another said they heard safety engineers being berated "off muted mics." "It was probably the ugliest environment that I've been in," said another. The report listed three root causes for the debacle. Firstly, it said NASA had a "hands-off approach" to setting up the contract, leading to insufficient oversight of Boeing's design and testing. Then, Boeing didn't verify the propulsion system across all environments and use cases during the design phase, leaving Starliner exposed to conditions for which it wasn't properly certified, the report said. Lastly, it said the culture at NASA's Commercial Crew Program led to greater acceptance of technical risk and a reluctance to fully challenge Boeing's analyses. Isaacman said that NASA will continue working with Boeing. "But to be clear: NASA will not fly another crew on Starliner until technical causes are understood and corrected, the propulsion system is fully qualified, and appropriate investigation recommendations are implemented," he added. In a statement, Boeing said it was "grateful" to NASA for its "thorough investigation." "In the 18 months since our test flight, Boeing has made substantial progress on corrective actions for technical challenges we encountered and driven significant cultural changes across the team that directly align with the findings in the report." Read the original article on Business Insider

Testimony from the crew of a Chinese tuna-fishing vessel has exposed shocking working conditions and multiple deaths, raising concerns about the treatment of workers in fleets supplying fish to the UK and EU.

The crew of Expedition 74 aboard the International Space Station (ISS) is being equipped with new laptops.

Maritime authorities in Tanzania have escalated their efforts to locate the crew members missing from the vessel MV Jozani II.

The crew aboard the Shenzhou XXI mission has successfully completed their third spacewalk. This achievement marks another significant milestone for the mission.

A Belgian national was among the crew rescued by the navy after their cargo ship drifted for nearly 20 days off the coast of Brazil, with the crew reportedly suffering psychological distress.

A passenger, Joakim Ågren, 38, described the terrifying moments inside an SAS aircraft, recalling the crew shouting "head down, head down, head down!" during an unspecified incident.

Artemis II mission commander Reid Wiseman became emotional during a post-flight press conference in Houston, Texas, following the crew's return to Earth.

Maritime NZ and the Maritime Union have expressed no concern for the crew anchored in Nelson aboard the former Interislander ferry, which recently arrived in Port Nelson for supplies after four months.

An Airbus aircraft was forced to return to London-Gatwick shortly after takeoff due to a strong smell of fire detected by the crew. Investigations revealed that an e-cigarette was the cause of the incident.

NASA is preparing for its first crewed Moon mission in 50 years, Artemis, with experts discussing its strategic importance for a competitive edge with China and potential lunar discoveries, while the crew reveals personal items and the mission's broader implications for future space exploration to Mars.

Two aid ships en route to Cuba have been located days after they went missing, with organizers confirming that the crew members are safe and will proceed with their mission.

Joe Pesci initially refused to film a dangerous flamethrower scene in "Home Alone" until the crew proved its safety by first demonstrating it with a nine-year-old girl.

The crew of the bulk carrier Caffa, which has been placed under a usage ban, is requesting assistance as food and fresh water supplies are running low on board the vessel.

NASA's SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft for the crewed Artemis 2 moon mission have returned to the launch pad, targeting an April 1 launch despite previous delays and ongoing technical issues like fuel leaks. The mission is part of a new space race, now with Chinese competition.

Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces successfully destroyed a Russian Ka-52 'Alligator' attack helicopter in the Pokrovsk direction using a fiber-optic drone, with a second drone reportedly hunting the crew on the ground.

A deaf woman alleges she was kicked off a Frontier Airlines flight after the crew mistook her disability for non-compliance. The airline states she violated alcohol policies.

The war in Iran represents an “unprecedented accumulation of field experience” for the crews of Greek frigates and their interaction with the advanced air defense systems of the French naval convoy in the Eastern Mediterranean—a general rehearsal also for building a “European fleet” The post Military Exercises with “Kimon,” Patriots, and Drones appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Three women of colour who worked on the crew of Sinners are helping drive a significant shift in the film industry that's allowing diverse newcomers to gain experience and recognition behind the…

Due to tensions, passage through the Strait of Hormuz has been postponed, but Tankerska plovidba says the crew and ship are safe.

A cargo ship was hit by a missile in the Strait of Hormuz, and the crew was evacuated after a fire broke out on board, maritime security services announced today.

The crew union is calling the deal a historic first for motion capture video game workers in the U.S.

Russian personnel with experience as mercenaries and security operatives have reportedly begun appearing among the crews of shadow fleet tankers transporting Russian oil, possibly linked to the Wagner Group.

It comes after defence sources said the crew had been told they must be ready to leave in five days.

A sailor of the Iranian Navy warship IRIS Dena had phoned his father minutes before the frigate was struck by a torpedo, saying American forces had twice ordered the crew to abandon the warship,…

The fate of the crew of the tugboat Mussafah 2 remains unknown after it was hit by two missiles while en route to assist an abandoned container ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

It was not clear what caused the navy destroyer to sink. The Sri Lankan authorities said they had rescued 32 sailors, all critically injured, from the crew of 180.

The Deadliest Catch family has said goodbye to one of their own.  Deckhand Todd Meadows, who had recently become a member of the crew, died on Feb. 25, Captain Rick Shelford confirmed. He was 25...

Two unknown missiles struck the US-flagged tanker Stena Imperative in Bahrain's port, causing a fire but no injuries to the crew.

An oil tanker carrying 15 Indian crew members was struck off the coast of Oman, resulting in four injuries and the evacuation of the crew. This incident follows earlier drone strikes in the Gulf country.

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke confirmed that he was the crew member who had a worrying "medical incident," which last month led to a premature return.

The hull of the sunken fishing vessel near Sozopol is intact, without damage or traces of impacts. The bodies of the crew members have not been found. This was announced by the Ministry of Defense. Today, February 24.

The crew of the American aircraft carrier USS Ford is reportedly exhausted and considering leaving the navy due to a double-extended mission from the Caribbean to the Middle East.

The crew of the world's largest aircraft carrier has been experiencing persistent problems with its plumbing system, leading to frustration during extended missions at sea.

Last night's flight from a European city was not pleasant at all for the crew and passengers.

When planning a multigenerational trip to the Caribbean during the busy holiday season, our family settled on an ultra-luxury cruise. David Morris We booked the least expensive suite on a Seabourn ultra-luxury cruise for about $9,000. After crunching numbers and seeing high-end resort prices, this felt reasonable for a family trip. We loved getting to see lots of new places and not worry about having to plan our meals. I paid $9,000 for what was technically the cheapest room on an ultra-luxury cruise — a price that initially felt steep until I compared it with alternatives. My family had been planning a multigenerational trip to the Caribbean during the busy period between Christmas and New Year's Eve, which is also one of the most expensive travel weeks of the year. We wanted something that felt indulgent without becoming logistically exhausting or financially disproportionate once all the extras were added up. At first, we looked at high-end beach resorts, but they were commanding eye-watering rates. I saw a few in Barbados and St. Barts charging over $4,000 a night for a room, and that price doesn't even include food, drinks, and gratuities. The costs seemed like they could really add up. As we ran the numbers, an all-inclusive cruise began to make more sense. Plus, we liked the idea of exploring Caribbean destinations we hadn't visited before without having to deal with multiple hotel check-ins, flights, and transfers. A port-heavy itinerary could allow us to sample several places while unpacking just once. So, our group settled on a 12-night Caribbean cruise aboard the Seabourn Ovation. Our family booked two rooms and spent about $20,000 on the cruise. David Morris We traveled as a group of five: my mother, my brother and sister-in-law, their 7-year-old son, and me. In total, we booked two entry-level suites — one for my mother and me, and another for my brother, sister-in-law, and their son — bringing the combined cruise fare to just over $20,000 for five people across 12 nights. This figure includes accommodations, all meals, a selection of soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, and gratuities. We saved some money on my 7-year-old nephew's fare thanks to the cruise line's third-guest-at-half-price policy. By booking through a preferred travel advisor, I also received $400 in onboard credit, plus an additional $250 referral credit (which my brother's family also received). Our cabin felt like part of a boutique hotel. David Morris Our suite measured 302 square feet, plus a 68-square-foot balcony. Its decor was pretty minimal, but it felt a bit elevated with accents of marble, dark wood, and glass. Despite being the cheapest option on the ship, this room felt more like it was part of a boutique hotel than just a standard cruise cabin. The walk-in closet was a pleasant surprise. David Morris The base-category suite felt thoughtfully laid out, with a seating area, a couch, a table, two beds, and a generously sized walk-in closet. Our clothes and bags easily fit inside with space to spare. In the other suite, a sofa bed was set up as a dedicated sleeping space for my nephew. The bathroom had dual sinks, a tub, and a compact but functional shower. David Morris The bright-white bathroom featured dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a glass-enclosed shower. My only critique was the shower size, which felt slightly tight compared to ones in some newer ships we've sailed on. Our room's minibar was stocked exactly to our preferences. David Morris We were delighted to find our room's minibar stocked with complimentary ginger beer, juices, and the spirits we requested prior to our sailing. Twice-daily housekeeping kept everything meticulously refreshed. Room aside, we were pretty happy with the ship. David Morris Since all of our meals, standard beverages, and gratuities were included in the cost of the cruise fare, we didn't have to budget or crunch numbers during our trip. We had most of our dinners in the ship's main dining room, which was so easy. It felt quite formal, and the rotating menus kept things interesting across the 12-night itinerary. Passengers also had access to The Patio, a poolside eatery with laid-back fare, and The Colonnade, a more casual spot serving buffet breakfasts and lunches, plus seated themed dinners. We also enjoyed our opportunities for specialty dining. 12 David Morris Options for specialty dining included a sushi restaurant and a Mediterranean eatery called Solis, which was a standout for me. The menu featured steak, lobster, and whole grilled fish deboned tableside. I particularly loved its post-dinner affogatos Pools, hot tubs, and quieter outdoor spaces were easy to find. 13 David Morris The ship has a large main pool surrounded by lots of loungers, though we preferred the smaller hot tubs in other areas. Quieter spots, like the hot tub at the bow with incredible views of the ocean, quickly became our favorites. My favorite area on board was The Retreat. 14 The Retreat. David Morris Located on the top sundeck, The Retreat was my favorite area on the ship. The space offered shaded cabanas, a noticeably calmer atmosphere than the main pool deck, and attentive, unhurried service. To access it, passengers had to pay an additional $150 per day on port days or $250 on sea days. Booking it on sea days felt especially worthwhile. The quiet setting made it easy to relax or catch up on a bit of remote work on my laptop without feeling out of place. Excursions cost extra, but they felt well-organized and fairly priced. 15 David Morris We mostly booked excursions through the cruise line for peace of mind. Our favorite was in Saint Lucia, where a packed day included a catamaran ride, volcano hike, mud bath, and snorkeling. The excursion ran late, but the ship waited for us as it had been booked through them. Holiday surprises added to the experience. 16 David Morris On Saint Kitts, the crew arranged a private Christmas Day beach party with grilled lobster and drinks. Later, Santa Claus arrived by Jet Ski to serve caviar and Champagne in the surf. The cruise's overall cost felt reasonable considering everything it included. 17 David Morris Ultimately, our cruise averaged out to about $333 per person, per night. That felt surprisingly fair considering how much was included in our 12-night trip. We also really enjoyed the ship's intimate size. Compared to other mega-ships carrying thousands of people, this 600-passenger vessel felt calm, navigable, and personal. We never felt overwhelmed by crowds, even on sea days. Although children aren't typically the target audience for ultra-luxury cruises, my nephew genuinely had a great time alongside the mostly older guests. His sailing also felt like a great value, considering he was charged half price as a third guest and still had his own proper bed. For a multigenerational holiday trip that combined ease, variety, and consistent service, the value ultimately justified the price. All in all, we enjoyed the trip enough to book another Seabourn voyage (at a discounted price) before disembarking. Read the original article on Business Insider

US Coast Guard Seizes $133.5 Million In Illicit Drugs Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Crew of the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Cutter Seneca seized more than $133.5 million worth of cocaine and offloaded the drugs at Port Everglades, Florida, the agency said in a Feb. 13 statement. The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk (WMEC 913) and a Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter flight crew conduct training evolutions in the Caribbean Sea, on July 15, 2025. Seaman Corrie Gill/U.S. Coast Guard “80 percent of interdictions of U.S.-bound drugs occur at sea. This underscores the importance of maritime interdiction in combatting the flow of illegal narcotics and protecting American communities from this deadly threat,” USCG said. In total, 17,700 pounds of cocaine were seized through the interdiction of four drug-transporting vessels in international waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean. One of the drug vessels was boarded by Seneca’s crew on Jan. 25, seizing 4,410 pounds of cocaine. On Jan. 31, crew members boarded three vessels, taking custody of 13,340 pounds of cocaine, the statement said. The detection and monitoring of illegal drug transit by air and sea are conducted by the U.S. Southern Command’s Joint Interagency Task Force-South, based in Key West. Once it is determined that the vessel must be interdicted, the USCG takes control of the operation, boards the vessel, and apprehends it. “I am extremely proud of the crew’s incredible performance and adaptability during this deployment,” said Capt. Lee Jones, commanding officer of Coast Guard Cutter Seneca. “This deployment demonstrates our enhanced posture and continued success in the fight against narco-terrorism and transnational criminal organizations. “The Coast Guard, in conjunction with our inter-agency and international partners, continues to patrol areas commonly associated with drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific, denying smugglers access to maritime routes by which they move illicit drugs to our U.S. land and sea borders.” According to the agency, the Coast Guard is accelerating its crackdown on drug trafficking in the Eastern Pacific Ocean in support of Operation Pacific Viper, aiming to protect the United States from the flow of illicit narcotics from South America. Operation Pacific Viper, launched in early August last year, directs U.S. forces to the Eastern Pacific region to counter cartel and criminal groups, seeking to cut off drug and human smuggling before they hit U.S. shores. In early December 2025, USCG said in a statement that it had seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine from the Eastern Pacific Ocean, which it said was enough to create more than “57 million potentially lethal doses.” In a Feb. 14 statement, USCG announced the seizure of two vessels containing $5.6 million in illicit narcotics off Port Everglades. Authorities seized roughly 745 pounds of cocaine by interdicting two suspected drug trafficking vessels. “The Coast Guard is in the business of saving lives, and every kilogram of these drugs kept off our streets represents lives saved,” said Lt. Justin Dadlani, commanding officer of Station Fort Lauderdale. “I couldn’t be more proud of the professionalism of the crew and our continued partnerships with our partners with Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security Investigations.” On Feb. 15, the agency announced that its Cutter Forrest Rednour had interdicted 14 suspected illegal immigrants aboard a vessel 18 miles from San Diego, with all of them claiming to be Mexican nationals. Earlier on Jan. 27, the Coast Guard said they had interdicted three suspected illegal immigrants from Mexico in two vessels, seven miles off Imperial Beach, California. On Jan. 21, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said the Coast Guard notified the agency of a suspicious vessel traveling toward Puerto Rico. Upon investigation, CBP agents found 12 migrants from Russia and Uzbekistan aboard. The interception took place on Jan. 13. “This successful outcome highlights the strong partnerships between the Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, and all federal and local law enforcement partners in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands,” said Capt. Robert E. Stiles, Sector San Juan deputy. “Our daily unified coordination, shared capabilities, and synchronized response efforts are instrumental to safeguarding our nation’s Caribbean maritime borders against illicit smuggling activities.” Tyler Durden Thu, 02/19/2026 - 11:25