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Panama canal fees soar due to Iran war and El Niño as ship ‘pays $4m to jump queue’
Commercial shipping costs through the Panama Canal have risen sharply as vessels divert from conflict-affected Middle Eastern routes and an intense El Niño reduces the water available for canal operations. The congestion underlines the vulnerability of global trade: one container ship reportedly paid about $4m (£3m) at auction to bypass the queue, while ships are…
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Once-glamorous vacation spot overrun by influencers and crowds: ‘Almost unbearable’
Saint-Tropez, long associated with celebrities and luxury on the French Riviera, is facing complaints that heavy visitor numbers and influencer-led social-media interest have made it far less enjoyable. The concern illustrates how online exposure can intensify overtourism in small, high-profile destinations, straining their atmosphere and visitors’ experience. Travel expert JQ Louise said the town is…
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This Coin-Sized Device Can Hack a Boeing 737
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego and Oberlin College say they have demonstrated that a small, inexpensive device could be physically installed on a Boeing 737 and used to send spoofed commands to sensitive onboard systems. They argue that this exposes a potential security gap: a saboteur with brief access to an aircraft…
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Pilot ‘smoked marijuana before flight that saw passengers injured by turbulence and was so stoned he could not stand straight’
A pilot is alleged to have smoked marijuana before operating a flight during which passengers were injured by turbulence. The claim raises serious concerns about aviation safety, pilot fitness for duty and the safeguards intended to protect passengers. According to the report’s headline, the pilot was said to have been so impaired that he could…
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Iran war and high living costs fueling last-minute holiday bookings, Tui says
Tui says the war in Iran and pressure on household budgets are prompting more people to delay holiday bookings until the last minute, creating uncertainty for Europe’s largest travel company. The conflict has already cost Tui €60m, while weaker demand, high fuel prices and intense competition contributed to a sharp fall in quarterly profits. Two…
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Mutants assemble: what does the future hold for the X-Men?
Marvel is preparing a fresh X-Men film series within the Marvel Cinematic Universe after Spider-Man: Brand New Day introduced Jean Grey, played by Sadie Sink. The reboot would bring a major Marvel property fully under Disney’s control after its purchase of Fox, but it arrives while superhero films face concerns over increasingly complicated continuity and…
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Football transfer rumours: Folarin Balogun to Tottenham? Gabriel Jesus to Napoli?
The latest transfer-rumour round-up links several Premier League and European clubs with potential late-window moves. – Liverpool are reportedly pursuing PSG winger Bradley Barcola, while Arsenal are also interested. – Tottenham may sell Djed Spence to Inter for £25.6m and are discussing a £51.2m move for Monaco striker Folarin Balogun. – Napoli are reportedly considering…
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Bali ferry erupts in flames sparking dramatic rescue operation – with two Australians among those on board
A ferry travelling between Bali and Lombok reportedly caught fire, prompting a rescue operation for those on board. The incident matters because it placed passengers and crew at immediate risk on a busy Indonesian tourist route, with two Australians reported among the travellers. The provided article text identifies the vessel as a Bali–Lombok ferry but…
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Gemini Hits Billion as Marvel’s X-Men Recruits Its Creative Team
Google says Gemini is its fastest product to reach one billion monthly users; Marvel advances its X-Men reboot, while Stevie Nicks reflects on collaboration and Jets cornerback Qwan’tez Stiggers is taken to hospital.