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'Witnessed glowing seas, saw humpback whales': 9 women officers sail across the Earth and return to Mumbai; battled 60-knot storms and 5-metre wavesIndia's first all-women Tri-Service circumnavigation expedition has returned to Mumbai after spending 314 days at sea and covering nearly 2...
Hormuz, Red Sea spark a 1,000% war-risk premium shockWar-risk insurance premiums have surged by as much as 1,000% as tensions across the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea disrupt shipping. Fres...
- Cutting off Red Sea oil route may be one crisis too many
The Red Sea conflict has disrupted oil flows, impacting global energy markets. This escalation is now forcing oil tankers to reroute, incre...
Trouble is brewing at Middle East's two key chokepointsShipping disruptions are emerging in key Middle East oil transit routes. Concerns are rising as vessels alter voyages due to security risks...
After Hormuz, Gate of Tears may make the world cry. What about India?The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key shipping route connecting Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, faces growing risks of disruption after Yemen’s Houthi ...
Shipowners offer huge bonuses to get crews to sail HormuzSeafarers face a stark choice between financial rewards and personal danger. Many crews are refusing these dangerous voyages despite the bo...
Russian attacks kill 6 in Kyiv, other cities; expose gaps in Ukraine's air defencesMoscow has in recent weeks stepped up its use of ballistic missiles as it seeks to choke off Ukrainian strikes on oil facilities deep insid...
Some ships refusing US-military guided Hormuz transits after attacks, sources sayShipping firms are avoiding a U.S. military transit route through the Strait of Hormuz. This avoidance stems from recent Iranian attacks on...
Food Fables – The other time Cabo Verde influenced the worldBefore its World Cup exit against Argentina, Cabo Verde emerged as one of the tournament's biggest surprises, drawing attention to its rich...
Trump's Strait of Hormuz Plan Explained: Can the US charge ships and what it means for IndiaStrait of Hormuz Explained: US President Donald Trump's proposal to impose a 20% charge on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz has s...
Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closedU.S. and Iranian forces exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults across the Gulf region. Iran stated it had again closed the vital Strait...
This $1.4-trillion manager owns $400 million superyacht that has glass-bottom pool, helipad and moreStephen Schwarzman received his custom superyacht, Destiny, valued at US$400 million. This massive vessel, built by Feadship, measures over...
Why are people hating the Odyssey movie? Why the internet can't stop hating on Christopher Nolan's big-budget epicChristopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" faces significant online criticism regarding its casting and trailer content. Despite widespread dislikes...
Phrase of the Day: 'Break the ice'- The surprising story behind this everyday expression- meaning, history, and usage explainedThe phrase 'break the ice' means making people comfortable and starting conversations. This idiom originated from ships clearing frozen wat...
LNG tanker at risk of exploding after two vessels struck near Strait of HormuzThe Al Rekayyat, loaded with liquefied natural gas, sent out distress signals seeking assistance after it was hit on its port side, one of ...
Ship hit in Hormuz as millions march for ayatollah; Iran says no talks unless Trump halts threatsA ship was struck overnight in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a significant fire. Iran stated peace talks would cease if Donald Trump contin...
One tycoon makes millions from 'dark' journeys on a dangerous oil route while others feared HormuzAmidst the Persian Gulf war, the UAE secretly navigated its oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz using 'dark' ship transits. Korean shi...
INS Sudarshini participates in maritime spectacle in US for 250th anniversaryIndia's sail training ship, INS Sudarshini, proudly sailed into New York on July 4th, joining a grand international naval event celebrating...
New York braces for its busiest July 4 weekend as fireworks, World Cup and Taylor Swift buzz convergeNew York City braces for a packed July 4th weekend with major events including a massive fireworks display, naval ship celebrations, and a ...
Indian envoy to US Vinay Kwatra visits INS Sudarshini in BaltimoreIndian Ambassador Vinay Kwatra lauded the crew of INS Sudarshini in Maryland for fostering cooperation and trust during its participation i...