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Cruise ship suffers departure delay after banana containers fall into sea

A cruise ship was forced to delay its departure after shipping containers carrying bananas fell overboard from a ship off the Isle of Wight. The P&O Cruises ship Iona, which has a capacity of 5,200 passengers, had been set to leave Southampton on …

Bananas in sea off Isle of Wight delay cruise ship

Credit: X/@Paul06137550 A cruise ship’s journey has been delayed after thousands of bananas fell into the sea off the Isle of Wight. Some 18 containers, mostly holding the fruit, slipped from a cargo ship into the Solent near the Nab Tower lighthouse, …

Cruise ship stuck in port after banana containers fall into sea

A cruise ship has been forced to delay its departure after shipping containers carrying bananas fell overboard from a ship off the Isle of Wight. The P&O Cruises ship Iona, which has a capacity of 5,200 passengers, had been set to leave Southampton on …

Cruise ship stuck in port after container filled with bananas falls into sea

A P&O Cruises ship has been forced to remain in port after 18 shipping containers carrying bananas fell overboard from a cargo ship near the Isle of Wight. The Iona, which has a capacity of 5,200 passengers, had been due to depart Southampton on …

Seven of the best cruise ship cabins for solo travellers

In the past there were two problems with solo occupancy cabins on ships: there were hardly any of them, so they’d sell out, and often they were so poky it felt as if you were sleeping in a windowless cupboard. No more. Cruise lines are injecting style into …

6,000-Passenger Cruise Ship Arrives in Port Canaveral (First of Its Class Based in US)

After a 15-day sailing from Barcelona, the first Meraviglia Plus-class ship from MSC Cruises arrived in Port Canaveral, Florida.  The ship is scheduled to remain in Port Canaveral through April 2026. Port Canaveral has been on a roll lately, having once …

Cruise ship trapped in port after banana containers fall into sea

A cruise liner has been forced to postpone its sailing after shipping containers loaded with bananas tumbled from a vessel near the Isle of Wight. The P&O Cruises liner Iona, which can accommodate 5,200 passengers, was scheduled to depart Southampton …

MSC Grandiosa Cruise Ship Arrives in Port Canaveral, Will Begin Week-Long Sailing to Caribbean and Bahamas

second MSC Cruises ship based at Port Canaveral MSC Cruises MSC Grandiosa arrived at Port Canaveral today to begin week-long sailings to the Caribbean and Bahamas from the Central Florida port. (Port Canaveral Image) BREVARD COUNTY • PORT CANAVERAL, …

Four New Cruise Ships Enter Service in Ten Days

During November of 2025 no fewer than four brand new cruise ships were christened over the course of ten days. These include Princess Cruises’ Star Princess on 6 November, Disney Cruises’ Disney Destiny on 10 November, and Oceania Cruises’ Oceaninia Allura …

More than 100 fall ill in norovirus outbreak aboard AIDAdiva cruise ship as CDC warns of rising cases, raising concerns ...

More than 100 passengers and crew members got sick during a norovirus outbreak on an AIDA Cruises voyage, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The AIDAdiva, carrying 2,007 guests, saw 95 passengers and six crew members report …

Why Anna Kepner’s stepbrother was booted from family home as FBI mulls charging him in cheerleader’s cruise ship death

Anna Kepner’s 16-year-old stepbrother was kicked out of his family’s Florida home as the feds are reportedly considering charges against him in connection to the cheerleader’s cruise ship death. The boy’s mother, Shauntel Kepner, and her husband sent the …

FL: CUSTODY DISPUTE IN TEEN CRUISE SHIP DEATH

Family court hearing sheds new light on cruise ship death

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Shauntel Kepner, the stepmother of 18-year-old homicide victim Anna Kepner, declined to answer questions as she left the Brevard County courthouse Friday. But inside the courtroom, she was required to respond during a hearing focused …

FBI Probe Looms as Judge Denies Emergency Custody in Anna Kepner Cruise Ship Death Case

Judge Michelle Studstill Says Emergency Custody Standard Not Met in Cruise Death Case Circuit Judge Michelle Studstill ruled there was not enough evidence to show the girl was in immediate danger, despite concerns raised by her father, Timothy Hudson, …

'Disgusting' photo of massive cruise ship sparks passionate debate online: 'I fully understand the locals' anger'

Complaints that the wealthy are catered to at the expense of the rest of us aren't new, but they've been cropping up a bit more in recent months. Articles and discourse can convey this frustration well, but a photograph shared on Reddit's r…

Family court hearing sheds new light on cruise ship death

Titusville teen's death on cruise ship leads to custody dispute

WE ARE LEARNING MORE DETAILS ON THE DEATH INVESTIGATION OF A TITUSVILLE TEEN KILLED ON A CRUISE SHIP AND A STEPMOM WAS IN COURT THIS MORNING FOR MATTERS RELATED TO HER DIVORCE AND CUSTODY OF HER KIDS AND HIS STEP SIBLINGS. WESH 2 NEWS BREVARD COUNTY …

Stepbrother of Anna Kepner Sent to Live with Relatives After Cruise Ship Death Because Mom Feared Children's Safety By ...

NEED TO KNOW The stepbrother of Anna Kepner is currently living with a relative at an undisclosed location known only to his parents and law enforcement Shauntel Kepner, the boy's mother, said that she sent the teen away with the intention of " …

Judge Now Says Anna Kepner's 16-Year-Old Stepbrother Is 'a Suspect' in Her Cruise Ship Death By Samira Asma-Sadeque and ...

NEED TO KNOW Anna Kepner's stepbrother has been under scrutiny in connection with her homicide on a cruise in early November Anna, an 18-year-old cheerleader, was on a family cruise with her grandparents, father, stepmother, siblings and stepsiblings …

Pinta Miami Acquisitions, Awards, and Highlights

Major institutional acquisitions and awards underscore Pinta Miami’s impact during Art Week MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some major highlights from the first few days of Pinta include at Pinta Miami was the …

Wellness Tourism Market Trends 2025 | Segmentation, Outlook, Industry Report to 2030

Based on location, the domestic segment held the major share of 65.1% of the Wellness Tourism market in 2020. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, …

December Solo Exhibitions and 'small works' group show

December Solo Exhibitions and "small works" group show LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DECEMBER EXHIBITION DATES: Wednesday, November 26 to Friday, December 19 Eren Alptekin weaves memory, …

The coldest Ride on Earth: Why Mongolia is the ultimate Winter Destination for Adventurers

Colder than the South Pole: Mongolia’s 4x4 winter expeditions are not trips - they are trials of courage for those born to chase the extreme. ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA, December 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Snow crunches underfoot like breaking …

Madhya Pradesh Introduces Eco-Friendly ‘Shikara’ Experience on Bhopal’s Upper Lake, Reviving Heritage Water Tourism

A serene new initiative blending culture, nature, and sustainability in the ‘City of Lakes’ BHOPAL, MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA, December 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Government of Madhya Pradesh, under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, …

Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions—Marquee French Riviera Lot in Inaugural Abu Dhabi Collectors' Week Pending Sale for €17.25M

Extraordinary Mediterranean estate in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, FR pending sale at historic auction in cooperation with Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sotheby’s Concierge …

China Airlines Launches Non-Stop Flights Between Taipei and Phoenix

China Airlines debuts non-stop Taipei–Phoenix service, offering faster travel, new connections, and expanded access across the American Southwest. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On December 3, China Airlines (CAL …

Lonestar Transfer Issues Advisory on Timeshare Inheritance Risks Facing Aging Owners

ROYSE CITY, TX, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Many timeshare contracts include perpetual or long-term clauses that continue beyond the original owner’s lifetime. As a result, adult children and other heirs may unexpectedly …

The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa Expands Wellness and Recovery Experiences for Holiday and New Year Stays

The Houstonian is introducing expanded offerings that invite guests to slow down, restore energy, and easily build wellness into their stay. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa, …

Through My Lens Book Series Offers Comprehensive Collection Spanning History, Technology, and Travel

KATY, TX, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Through My Lens Book Series announces its comprehensive collection of four interconnected books, offering readers an in-depth exploration of visual communications history, artificial …

Matrix Basement Finishing Launches Detroit Lions Ticket Giveaway for Michigan Fans

Matrix Basement Finishing is giving fans the chance to experience the excitement at Ford Field with a special Detroit Lions ticket giveaway. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Few things bring Michigan together …

Global High-Net-Worth Buyers Turn to Barbados as a Tax-Efficient Luxury Real Estate Haven

Demand accelerates across Sandy Lane, Apes Hill, and Royal Westmoreland as UK, Canadian and US investors seek stability, lifestyle, & long-term asset security BARBADOS, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new wave of High-Net-Worth buyers from …

Mind Body Align, 101 Tea Company host two-day ‘City of Joy’ holiday storytime celebration

Events for the whole family to bring stories, art, warmth, connection, and holiday cheer to Mansfield’s Carrousel District MANSFIELD, OH, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mind Body Align, LLC, and the 101 Tea Company will …

Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts Unveils 2026 Festival Image

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Gasparilla Festival of the Arts (GFA) proudly announces Flourish Anyway by Lauren Lane of Atlanta, Georgia, as the official image for the 56th Annual Raymond James Gasparilla …

Pyramid Explorer Larry Pahl Discusses Ancient Egyptian Mysteries on Upcoming Podcast

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Institute for Pyramid Research, a non-profit association dedicated to outfitting research expeditions and tours to Egypt, announces that its Director Larry Pahl will …

Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions: Reserve Met; Bidding Opens at $12M for Silverleaf Architectural Masterpiece in Scottsdale

Auction closes on 18 December in cooperation with Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty at inaugural sale at Sotheby’s new worldwide headquarters in New York NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sotheby’s …

Helm Creative Studio Wins 2025 Silver Stevie Award in Women-Run Company for Social Good Category

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helm Creative Studio, a woman-owned, award-winning, impact-driven, and story-focused marketing and creative agency with a production house, today announced that it has earned …

AMERICAN IDOL WINNER TAYLOR HICKS COMPLETES CULTURAL DIPLOMACY TRIP TO HONG KONG AMIDST TAI PO FIRE

Taylor Hicks makes an historic, diplomatic visit to Hong Kong and performs his music during a time of tragedy and economic uncertainty. KOWLOON, HONG KONG, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Taylor Hicks, beloved winner of American Idol …

Gulf Coast International Properties® Sponsors VIP Reception for Ann Children’s Fund Jim Breuer Benefit Show

NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gulf Coast International Properties® Sponsors VIP Reception for Ann Children’s Fund Jim Breuer Benefit Show Gulf Coast International Properties® (GCIP) proudly served as the VIP …

Put a Vacation Under the Tree: Vacation Myrtle Beach Launches $1 Deposit Special for 2026 Getaways

Give the gift of sunshine: Vacation Myrtle Beach launches a $1 deposit offer for 2026 stays, available at participating oceanfront resorts. MYRTLE BEACH, SC, UNITED STATES, December 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This holiday season, Vacation …