A Russian frigate, the Admiral Grigorovich, reportedly fired warning shots near a British yacht in the English Channel, approximately 20 miles south of the Isle of Wight. No damage or injuries were reported, and the yacht continued its journey. The incident is under investigation by the UK Ministry of Defence.
A Russian frigate reportedly fired warning shots near a British yacht in the English Channel, prompting an investigation by the UK Ministry of Defence. The incident occurred approximately 20 miles south of the Isle of Wight, with no reported injuries or damage to the yacht.
A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California's Mojave Desert on Monday, with eight people believed dead. The cause is under investigation, and the military has not confirmed if the aircraft was armed.
A US Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after take-off from Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people on board. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident, with initial indications suggesting a potential flight-control issue.
A tanker was attacked with a grenade launcher by armed individuals in a skiff off the coast of Yemen, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations Coordination Center (UKMTO). The incident occurred 111 nautical miles southeast of Aden. Authorities are investigating, and vessels are advised to proceed with caution.
The Forward Seamen's Union of India (FSUI) is calling for urgent action after a 35-year-old officer died on a vessel off Oman. His body has been onboard for over two days without proper refrigeration, leading to a health risk for the crew.
A SriLankan Airlines flight bound for Sydney from Colombo was forced to turn back on Friday after being struck by lightning. Passengers reported hearing a loud bang and seeing flames from an engine. The aircraft landed safely back in Colombo.
US military operations in the eastern Pacific, aimed at combating drug trafficking, are under scrutiny following allegations of attacks on Ecuadorian fishing vessels. Survivors recount being targeted by drones and patrol boats, leading to injuries, disappearances, and detention. US officials deny involvement, but lawmakers are demanding answers.
Nasa administrator Jared Isaacman defended the all-male crew for the latest Artemis mission, rejecting claims of political influence and emphasizing astronaut expertise over diversity. The selection has drawn criticism amid concerns about the agency's commitment to inclusion.
A US warplane disabled a tanker in the Gulf of Oman attempting to transport Iranian oil, resulting in three Indian crew members missing. India has lodged a strong protest with the US diplomat in New Delhi.
Cody James Maluck, 32, faces felony assault charges after allegedly slapping a Delta flight attendant's rear end on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles. The plane diverted to Atlanta, where Maluck was arrested. He admitted to touching the attendant but claimed it was to get her attention.
4 Azerbaijani citizens killed, 4 injured in drone attack on vessels in Sea of Azov
The US has struck and disabled an unladen oil tanker sailing towards Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, according to US Central Command (Centcom). A US aircraft fired a Hellfire missile into the engine room of the Botswana-flagged vessel after its crew ignored warnings.
The US military announced it struck and disabled an unladen oil tanker sailing towards Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Centcom stated a Hellfire missile was fired into the engine room of the Botswana-flagged vessel after its crew ignored warnings. Footage of the strike was released.
NASA announces several lunar missions, including three Moon Base missions, to prepare for the 2028 crewed Artemis landing, featuring various landers, rovers, and scientific payloads.
The twin-seat Su-57D fifth-generation fighter jet can serve as an airborne command post, directing combat operations and providing a "bird's eye view" for a commanding officer, according to Sergey Bogdan, chief pilot of Sukhoi Design Bureau. This role is crucial for effective operations during major missions, especially with potential radio interference, allowing experienced commanders to make real-time decisions.
China launched the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft atop a Long March-2F rocket from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre. The mission, commanded by Zhu Yangzhu, aims for space exploration, with a Hong Kong government delegation attending the send-off.
Hong Kong celebrated the launch of the Shenzhou-23 mission, featuring the city's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying. The crew, including Lai, Zhu Yangzhu, and Zhang Zhiyuan, departed from Jiuquan, Gansu province, heading to the Gobi Desert launch site. Lai, a police superintendent and mother of three, is the fourth Chinese woman in space and the first female payload specialist.
Two US Navy EA-18G fighter jets collided mid-air during the Gunfighter Skies air show near Idaho's Mountain Home Air Force Base. Four crew members ejected safely and are in stable condition. The incident led to the cancellation of the air show and an investigation is underway.
A cruise ship hit with a deadly hantavirus outbreak arrived in Spain’s Canary Islands on Sunday, where most of the nearly 150 people on board will be evacuated and flown home after weeks at sea. The Dutch-flagged MV Hondius arrived near the Spanish port of Granadilla escorted by a civil guard vessel, confirmed by data from the maritime tracking service VesselFinder. Passengers and some of the crew are expected to evacuate before the ship, where an outbreak of hantavirus led to the deaths of...
British crew member among those evacuated from MV Hondius, which is heading for Canary Islands after Spain said vessel could dockEurope live – latest updatesWhat is hantavirus?Three people including a British crew member with suspected hantavirus have been medically evacuated from the cruise ship linked to the outbreak.The crew member, along with a Dutch colleague and another passenger, were taken from the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius for onward travel to the Netherlands, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed. Continue reading...
British crew member among those evacuated from MV Hondius, which is now heading for Canary IslandsEurope live – latest updatesWhat is hantavirus?Three people with suspected hantavirus, including a British crew member, have been medically evacuated from the cruise ship linked to the outbreak.The crew member, along with a Dutch colleague and another passenger, were taken from the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius for onward travel to the Netherlands, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed. Continue reading...
Spain says MV Hondius will be received in Canary Islands and passengers and crew treated before repatriationWhat is hantavirus, the infection thought to have killed three on cruise ship?A British crew member who became ill after a suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a luxury cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean will be medically evacuated, as the World Health Organization (WHO) said rare human-to-human spread of the deadly virus may have occurred on the vessel.The crew member is being prepared for medical evacuation from the MV Hondius along with a Dutch colleague, with Dutch authorities overseeing the operation. Continue reading...
Spain says MV Hondius will be received in Canary Islands and passengers and crew treated before repatriationWhat is hantavirus, the infection thought to have killed three on cruise ship?A British crew member who became ill after a suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a luxury cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean will be medically evacuated, as the World Health Organization (WHO) said rare human-to-human spread of the deadly virus may have occurred on the vessel.The crew member is being prepared for medical evacuation from the MV Hondius along with a Dutch colleague, with Dutch authorities overseeing the operation. Continue reading...
