Estonia ferry disaster caused by bow failure, report confirms
A new report definitively concludes the 1994 Estonia ferry disaster, which killed 852, was caused by bow door failure, not collision or explosion. Read the full investigation findings.
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Banana containers spill in Solent, causing cruise chaos
Thousands of bananas and exotic fruit wash up on the Isle of Wight after containers fall from cargo ship, delaying a P&O cruise. Full details and coastguard warnings here.
Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker Adrift in Bulgarian Waters
A 149,000-tonne Russian shadow fleet tanker, crippled by a Ukrainian drone, drifts into NATO's Black Sea waters near Bulgaria. Crew evacuation stalled by brutal winter storms.
Admiral to Brief Lawmakers on Boat Strike Scrutiny
A US Navy admiral will brief lawmakers as bipartisan scrutiny grows over a boat strike incident. Get the latest details on the investigation and political fallout.
6,000-Year-Old Conch Shell Trumpets Found in Spain
Archaeologists discover Neolithic conch-shell trumpets in Catalonia, used 6,000 years ago for communication and music. Hear the sounds of our ancient ancestors.
Ukrainian drones hit Russian oil tankers in Black Sea
Ukrainian naval drones attacked two Russian oil tankers near Crimea, marking a significant escalation in Black Sea operations. Discover how this impacts regional security.
France to intercept migrant taxi boats in Channel
French maritime police gain new powers to intercept suspected migrant taxi boats in Channel waters as crossings hit 2025 high. Read the latest developments.
New Study Deepens Peru's Band of Holes Mystery
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
Stonehenge's Neolithic pit circle confirmed as man-made
Archaeologists prove Durrington pit circle was created by humans using novel scientific techniques. Discover how this massive prehistoric structure reveals Neolithic cosmology.
First Treasures from $20bn Shipwreck Recovered
Colombia retrieves first artifacts from the 'holy grail of shipwrecks,' the San José galleon. Discover the cannon, coins, and porcelain from the $20bn wreck.
Stone Age Teen's DNA Found in 10,500-Year-Old Birch Gum
Genetic analysis of prehistoric birch tar chewed 10,500 years ago in Estonia reveals a brown-eyed, brown-haired teenager. This remarkable discovery connects us directly with Stone Age life.
Sailor revives traditional canoe building in New Caledonia
Activist Aile Tikoure leads project reviving indigenous Kanak maritime heritage through traditional canoe building, reconnecting communities with ocean rights and cultural identity.
First Treasures Recovered from San José Shipwreck
Colombian scientists retrieve the first artefacts from the legendary San José galleon, the 'holy grail of shipwrecks'. Discover the historic find and its implications.
16 Ancient Canoes Found in Wisconsin Lake Dating 5,200 Years
Archaeologists uncover 16 submerged Indigenous canoes in Lake Mendota, revealing a 5,200-year-old prehistoric 'parking lot' used by ancient travellers. Discover this remarkable find.
Loose Wire Caused Baltimore Bridge Collapse
A single loose wire led to the Dali container ship losing power before it struck Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, killing six. Read the full NTSB investigation report.
Massive 3,600-year-old city discovered in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists uncover a 346-acre Bronze Age settlement in Kazakhstan, revealing advanced metallurgy and challenging nomadic stereotypes. Explore the lost 'City of Seven Ravines'.
Rare Spanish Armada astrolabe returns to Scilly
The Pednathise Head astrolabe, a rare 16th-century navigation instrument lost for centuries, has completed its global journey back to the Isles of Scilly. Discover its remarkable story.
HMT Lancastria: Britain's worst maritime disaster
Discover the forgotten story of HMT Lancastria, Britain's deadliest maritime disaster with over 4,000 lives lost. Learn how a London church keeps their memory alive. Read more.
Golden Hinde gets £4m makeover for 30th anniversary
London's iconic Golden Hinde replica ship is undergoing a major £4 million starboard refurbishment. The project, using English oak and local materials, celebrates 30 years in Southwark. Visit the ship during works!
Russian Spy Ship Intercepted Near US Waters
A Russian intelligence vessel was monitored by the US Coast Guard near Oahu. Discover the details of this maritime security incident and its wider implications.
Rare prehistoric boats found in Cambridgeshire quarry
Three remarkably preserved bronze and iron age log boats discovered after 3,500 years in mud go on permanent display at Flag Fen archaeology park in Peterborough.
Somali Pirates Attack Tanker with RPGs and Machine Guns
Heavily armed Somali pirates conducted a dramatic assault on a commercial tanker using machine guns and rocket-propelled grenades, marking a concerning resurgence of maritime piracy in the region.
Somali Pirates Storm Tanker in Major Attack
Heavily armed Somali pirates have stormed a commercial tanker off the coast of Somalia, firing machine guns and grenades in the first major hijacking attempt in years, raising alarm about resurgent maritime security threats.
Somali pirates attack tanker with machine guns and grenades
Heavily armed Somali pirates have launched a dramatic attack on a commercial tanker off the coast of Somalia, firing machine guns and grenades in a dangerous escalation of maritime security threats.
How America's First Civilisation Survived Climate Collapse
Groundbreaking archaeological discovery reveals how the Norte Chico civilisation in Peru adapted their society and agriculture to withstand a catastrophic climate shift that wiped out contemporary cultures.
Cruise Passenger Dies on Remote Australian Expedition
Australian authorities have launched an urgent investigation after the death of a British passenger aboard the Coral Adventurer cruise ship during a remote island expedition in the Torres Strait.
Century-old shipwreck mystery unearthed on beach
Maritime archaeologists are investigating a mysterious wooden shipwreck that emerged from the sands of a Victorian beach, potentially revealing secrets from over a century ago.
US vows to treat drug smugglers like Al-Qaeda
In a stark escalation of counter-narcotics operations, US Southern Command confirms lethal strikes against suspected drug traffickers in Caribbean waters, comparing their treatment to notorious terrorist organisations.
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