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The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers: ‘The Atlantic was tough, but being prepared saw us across’
Yachting Monthly
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June 19, 2025
Experienced sailor James Kenning set off across the Atlantic with the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) in November 2024, but a shredded sail, sargassum weed, and a cracked rudder made him realise that only by being fully prepared can you prevent...
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, May 2025
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
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July 3, 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...
St. Augustine's July 4 weekend could be rainy. But a tropical storm?
The St. Augustine Record - Florida
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A weather disturbance near Florida has a 20% chance of developing into a tropical or subtropical storm by the holiday weekend. Heavy rainfall is expected in St. Johns County, Florida, with potential flooding in low-lying areas like downtown St....
The tragedy of Diogo Jota and Rute Cardoso: Wedding and widowhood in just 10 days
El País
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July 4, 2025
On a day when Portugal was focused on the trial of the century, with a former prime minister in the dock accused of corruption, the country was rocked instead by one of those fatalities for which no one is ready. Least of all Rute Cardoso, the...
Elderly US novelist and husband embroiled in scandal involving shipwreck's stolen treasure
Daily Mail
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July 3, 2025
An elderly novelist and her husband embroiled in a scandal over the illegal sale of gold bars plundered from a shipwreck are facing a possible trial in France over their alleged involvement. Eleonor 'Gay' Courter, 80, and her husband Philip, 82,...
Marriott to add over 50 new properties in Africa by 2027
Zawya
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Marriott International has announced plans to expand its footprint in Africa with the addition of more than 50 properties and over 9,000 rooms by the end of 2027. As part of its growth strategy, the group plans to enter five new markets — Cape...
Clash against World Cup qualifiers Iran - a true test of Harimau Malaya’s progress - Cklamovski
The Sun Daily
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July 4, 2025
HARIMAU Malaya head coach Peter Cklamovski is taking on the challenge that awaits his team at the upcoming CAFA Nations Cup, especially the clash against tournament favourites and World Cup qualifiers Iran. Describing the showdown as a major...
New Bedford, Warwick hosting early Independence Day fireworks
WLNE - Rhode Island
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July 3, 2025
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WLNE) — The celebration keeps rolling on in Southern New England, as the Whaling City gets ready to celebrate America’s independence tonight. If all goes as planned, New Bedford’s firework show will burst over the city’s bay...
Pakistan's passport improves ranking with 100th spot worldwide
Dunya News
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Pakistan Pakistan Pakistan's passport improves ranking with 100th spot worldwide Close In 2021, it was ranked at 113th Published On: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:46:41 PKT (Web Desk) - Pakistani passport holders can now travel to 32 countries either...
Spirit of Tasmania IV leaves the Port of Leith
Ships Monthly
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July 3, 2025
The roll-on/roll-off passenger ferry Spirit of Tasmania IV departed the Port of Leith on 30 June 2025 and started the 14,857-nautical-mile voyage to Hobart. She had been docked there since December 2024, having been delivered by her builders but...
Stolen gold from French shipwreck could spell trouble for U.S. couple
CBS News
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An 80-year-old American novelist and her husband are among several people facing a possible trial in France over the illegal sale of gold bars plundered from an c shipwreck, after French prosecutors requested the case go to court. Eleonor "Gay"...
Guinean children treated in Portugal return “completely cured”
Portugal Pulse
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June 28, 2025
The young Jeramias was among a group of 16 babies and children from Guinea-Bissau who returned home today after several months of treatment in Portugal. These children traveled without their families, but were accompanied by various organizations...
31 Fun Things to Do in Rhode Island This July
Rhode Island Monthly
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July 1, 2025
FEATURED Courtesy of Go Providence LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: WaterFire Lightings ONGOING As the sun sets on the Creative Capital this summer, feel the warmth of the partial and full lightings, which feature flaming braziers from Waterplace Park all the...
EasyJet flight makes unexpected return to UK airport after mid-air incident
Derby Telegraph
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July 1, 2025
An easyJet flight was forced to return to a UK airport following an "extraordinary circumstance" that the airline described as "out of our control". The EZY2159 service from Manchester to Izmir in Turkey only made it as far as Norfolk before it...
US couple could face trial in France over stolen shipwreck gold
The Guardian
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July 3, 2025
An 80-year-old US novelist and her husband are among several people facing a possible trial in France over the illegal sale of gold bars plundered from an 18th-century shipwreck after French prosecutors requested that the case go to court. Eleonor...
As bridge rebuild timeline grows, so do business owners' frustrations
Newport Daily News - Rhode Island
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East Providence businesses continue to struggle due to the ongoing Washington Bridge construction delays. Business owners report lost revenue and difficulty receiving supplies due to increased travel times. While some businesses have partially...
US couple risk France trial over stolen shipwreck gold
The Local - France
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July 3, 2025
An 80-year-old US novelist and her husband are among several people facing a possible trial in France over the illegal sale of gold bars plundered from an 18th-century shipwreck, after French prosecutors requested the case go to court. Eleonor...
Odds of tropical development near Florida creep up. What to know in Florida Panhandle
Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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The odds of tropical development around the July 4 weekend have crept up to 40%, according to the National Hurricane Center. AccuWeather forecasters believe any potential development is more likely to occur along the southeastern U.S. coast....
EasyJet flight from UK forced to divert back to airport after 'extraordinary circumstance'
Wales Online
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July 1, 2025
An easyJet plane had to return to a UK airport following an "extraordinary circumstance" which the airline described as "out of our control." The EZY2159 flight destined for Izmir, Turkey, had departed from Manchester Airport just before 5pm on...
Southcoast Fourth of July events: Here's how to celebrate.
Fall River Herald News - Massachusetts
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Bring on the red, white, and blue — it’s time to celebrate Independence Day. The holiday commemorates America's Declaration of Independence from Great Britain 249 years ago. To honor life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, make sure to get...