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- 1Indonesia Ferry Death Toll Reaches 66 as Search Continues▼Indonesia Ferry Death Toll Hits 66 as Search Enters 16th Day
The death toll from Indonesia's ferry disaster has risen to 66 as search and recovery teams continue operations into a 16th day. Rescue workers are still searching for victims of the sinking, which has become one of the country's deadliest maritime accidents in recent years. Authorities have not indicated when the operation will end.
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SpaceX carried out a crewed launch, with multiple US news outlets across different regions reporting on the mission. The company, founded by Elon Musk, regularly ferries astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA. Outlets covering the story include the Columbia Missourian, the Northern Virginia Daily and the Dayton Daily News, though none of the reports provide further details on the crew, destination or mission outcome.
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Former France midfielder Yoann Gourcuff and his wife, TV presenter Karine Ferri, are discussing a request from their son Maël, according to French media reports. The couple, who now live in Brittany, said they told themselves 'why not' after their son's suggestion, prompting curiosity among fans about the family's plans.
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Japan's transport ministry has ordered ferry operator Tokai Kisen to halt operations of three vessels, including a large ship, for 20 days from December 9, after crew members were found working under the influence of alcohol along with multiple other legal violations. It is the first such suspension order for the company. Transport Minister Ibuki called the conduct dangerous enough to cause a major accident, and Tokai Kisen's president said he would respond urgently, including over his own future.
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French TV presenter Karine Ferri is in the news for two reasons. She revealed that her son with footballer Yoann Gourcuff made an unusual request, telling a story she said started with the question 'why not' between her and the boy's father. Separately, a former France Télévisions personality is launching a new animal-themed programme, seen as direct competition for Ferri, who is known for her work in that genre.
- 6Three government ships join day 14 of search for KMP Virgo●Kemenhub: Tiga Kapal Negara perkuat hari ke-14 operasi SAR KMP Virgo Kementerian Perhubungan (Kemenhub) menyatakan tiga
Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation says three state vessels from the Directorate General of Sea Transportation are reinforcing search and rescue operations on the 14th day of the KMP Virgo mission. The ferry sank off Sulawesi in June, leaving many crew and passengers missing, and authorities are continuing efforts to locate the missing despite the length of the operation.
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A new milestone has been reached in the delivery of the Highland Council's electric Corran Ferry, the vessel serving the Corran Narrows crossing in the Scottish Highlands. The battery-powered ferry is intended to replace the ageing current vessel on the busy route near Fort William, and progress on its construction and delivery is being closely followed locally.
- 8Vietnamese men carry children across flooded river in plastic bags●🇻🇳 У В’єтнамі чоловіки переносять дітей через затоплену річку в герметичних пластикових пакетах, щоб вони могли дістатис
In the village of Huoi Ha in Vietnam, men ferry children across a flooded river sealed inside airtight plastic bags so they can reach school without getting wet. During the rainy season the local bamboo bridge becomes too dangerous to cross. After the river crossing, the children still walk roughly 15 kilometres to get to school.
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Feyenoord secured a friendly win over Royal Antwerp, with goals from Steijn and Ferri sealing the victory. The result gives the Rotterdam club a positive note in pre-season preparations, and supporters are discussing the performances of the two scorers as the new season approaches.
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A boy climbed onto a Ferris wheel hoping for a free ride, but was dragged metres into the air when the attraction suddenly started moving. He was flung around while clinging on before the wheel could be stopped. The incident has sparked fresh discussion about safety around amusement park rides and unsupervised access to attractions.
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Pete Davidson and Colin Jost staged a stand-up comedy show aboard the Staten Island Ferry they famously bought together in 2022. The former SNL co-stars, both Staten Island natives, used the vessel as an unconventional comedy venue, drawing attention to their ongoing efforts to find a purpose for the decommissioned boat.
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The Stockholm Chamber of Commerce is urging the Swedish government to push for lower ferry prices to Gotland, arguing that high fares hurt the island's residents and businesses. The call puts pressure on state-owned ferry operator Destination Gotland and reignites debate over transport costs and accessibility for Sweden's largest island.
- 13Vessev unveils electric hydrofoil ferry that almost flies●Vessev built an electric ferry that almost flies Vessev hopes its electric hydrofoil ferry will change the way people an
New Zealand startup Vessev has built an electric hydrofoil ferry that lifts its hull above the water as it moves, cutting drag and energy use. The company hopes the design will change how people and cities think about boats and urban water transport, positioning hydrofoils as a cleaner alternative to conventional ferries.
- 14Foggy black-and-white shots of pigeons over San Diego's Coronado Ferry Landing●Pigeons flying over the Coronado Ferry Landing on a foggy morning in San Diego, California. # blackandwhitephotography #
A photographer has shared black-and-white images of pigeons in flight above the Coronado Ferry Landing in San Diego, California, captured on a foggy morning. The moody monochrome treatment of a familiar waterfront scene is drawing appreciation from photography fans, who are engaging with the minimalist compositions and the atmospheric coastal light.
- 15NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 docks with International Space Station●LIVE: NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 docking to the International Space Station
NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission has arrived at the International Space Station, with the spacecraft docking live as audiences around the world followed the broadcast. The crew's arrival continues the regular rotation of astronauts ferried to the orbiting laboratory by SpaceX under NASA's commercial crew programme. Viewers are watching the docking footage and sharing reactions as the new crew begins its stay aboard the station.
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Indian golfers Mahanth and Rayhan are battling to retain their playing status on the Korn Ferry Tour, the PGA Tour's development circuit, in the United States. India Golf Weekly reports the pair are fighting through the reshuffle process to keep their cards and continue competing at golf's second-tier level this season.
- 17Former PGA Tour and Korn Ferry players meet in U.S. Mid-Amateur final●Former PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour players reach all-ex-pro final at 2027 U.S. Mid-Amateur
Two former professionals — one from the PGA Tour and one from the Korn Ferry Tour — have advanced to the final of the 2027 U.S. Mid-Amateur, setting up an all-ex-pro championship match at the amateur event. The matchup is notable because the Mid-Amateur is reserved for players aged 25 and over, and finals between two players with professional tour backgrounds are rare.
- 18Ocean Destroys Highway 12, Outer Banks Cut Off▼OUTER BANKS CUT OFF – Ocean Destroys Highway 12, Emergency Ferry Launched (Latest Updates)
Highway 12 on North Carolina's Outer Banks has reportedly been destroyed by the ocean, cutting off the barrier island communities that rely on the route as their only road link. An emergency ferry service has been launched to reconnect residents and visitors. The destruction is being attributed to ocean encroachment on the fragile stretch of highway, which has repeatedly been damaged by storms and erosion in the past.
- 19Ensemble Theatre stages Northeast Ohio premiere of 'The Ferryman'▼Ensemble Theatre stages Northeast Ohio premiere of ‘The Ferryman’
Ensemble Theatre is staging the Northeast Ohio premiere of Jez Butterworth's play 'The Ferryman'. The production marks the first local staging of the acclaimed drama in the region. Coverage has focused on the theatre company bringing a major contemporary play to Cleveland audiences for the first time.
- 20Nor'easter Disrupts Travel With Wind and Rain in New England▼Nor'Easter Brings Wind And Rain, Disrupts Travel, But Leaves…
A nor'easter swept through the New England coast, including Nantucket, bringing strong winds and heavy rain that disrupted travel on air, ferry and road routes. Early reports indicate the storm caused fewer problems than feared, with local coverage noting the region largely escaped the worst of it. Residents and officials are monitoring conditions as cleanup and schedule恢复 continue.
- 21SpaceX launches four astronauts to ISS as one misses child's birth▼SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to ISS; One will miss birth of his child
SpaceX has launched four astronauts to the International Space Station. One of the crew members will miss the birth of his child because of the mission, a detail that has drawn sympathy and discussion about the personal sacrifices astronauts and their families make. The flight continues SpaceX's regular role ferrying crews to the orbiting laboratory for NASA.
- 22Internet outage at Anacortes Ferry Terminal causes Puget Sound delays▼Internet is out at Anacortes Ferry Terminal, with delays throughout the Sound
Washington State Ferries' Anacortes Ferry Terminal has lost internet connectivity, prompting travel delays across the Puget Sound ferry system. The disruption is affecting sailing schedules throughout the Sound as crews work without the terminal's network connection. Travelers are advised to expect delays and check for updates before heading to the terminal.
- 23Johns Hopkins hosts science writers Siri Carpenter and Ferris Jabr▼Science Writing program hosts talk with Siri Carpenter and Ferris Jabr
The Science Writing program at Johns Hopkins University hosted a talk featuring Siri Carpenter, editor-in-chief of The Open Notebook, and science writer Ferris Jabr, author of 'Becoming Earth'. The event gave students and attendees a chance to hear from two prominent figures in science journalism about the craft of translating research for the public.
- 24Sick-out by engine room workers snarls Puget Sound ferries●Engine room workers called out sick Monday, causing a near shutdown of ferries serving Washington's Puget Sound region.
Engine room workers at Washington State Ferries called out sick Monday, nearly halting ferry service across Puget Sound and disrupting commutes between Seattle-area communities. Washington State Ferries, the largest ferry system in the United States, has faced staffing shortages and labor tensions in recent years, and the sick-out left travelers across the water scrambling for alternatives.
- 25All-ex-pro final set at 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur▼Former PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour players reach all-ex-pro final at 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur
Two former professionals, one with PGA Tour history and the other from the Korn Ferry Tour, have advanced to the final of the 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur, guaranteeing an all-ex-pro champion. The matchup underscores how players with pro experience now dominate an amateur championship reserved for golfers aged 25 and older, drawing attention from golf fans ahead of the title match.
- 26Cristobal Del Solar drills 24-foot birdie putt at Compliance Solutions▼Cristobal Del Solar sinks a 24-foot birdie putt on No. 3 at Compliance Solutions
Chilean golfer Cristobal Del Solar sank a 24-foot birdie putt on the third hole at the Compliance Solutions Championship, a PGA Tour event. The long-range conversion was highlighted by the tour, drawing attention to Del Solar's early momentum in the round as he competes on the Korn Ferry-routed course.
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NASA and SpaceX's Crew-13 mission has reached the International Space Station, docking with the orbiting laboratory and delivering its crew of astronauts for their rotation aboard the station. The mission continues the regular cadence of commercial crew flights ferrying astronauts to and from low Earth orbit under NASA's Commercial Crew Program.
- 28Trinidad Chambliss Crashes the 2027 NFL Draft QB1 Race▼2027 NFL Mock Draft: Trinidad Chambliss Crashes the QB1 Race
A new 2027 NFL mock draft from Sports Illustrated puts Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss into the conversation for the top quarterback selection. The projection has the transfer and former Ferris State star crashing a QB1 race that had been dominated by more heralded names, prompting debate among fans over whether his rapid rise can hold up through the college season.
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Vessev has built an electric ferry designed to lift its hull above the water using hydrofoils, dramatically cutting drag and energy use. The New Zealand company's vessel, described as a ferry that 'almost flies', is drawing attention as a potential step forward for clean, fast maritime transport, with tech media highlighting the blend of electric propulsion and foiling technology.
- 30NASA and SpaceX prepare next crewed launch to space station▼Live coverage: NASA, SpaceX to launch next crewed mission to the International Space Station
NASA and SpaceX are set to launch the next crewed mission to the International Space Station, with live coverage underway as the countdown progresses. The flight will carry astronauts to the orbiting laboratory under the commercial crew programme, continuing the regular rotation of crews ferried by SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft.
- 31Seattle ferry crew call-outs disrupt service in possible 'silent strike'▼Seattle ferry crew call-outs cause major disruptions in potential "silent strike"
Ferry crews in Seattle are calling out of shifts in large numbers, causing major disruptions to Washington State Ferries service. The wave of absences is being described as a potential 'silent strike', though it is not clear whether the call-outs are coordinated or a formal labor action is underway.
- 32NASA and SpaceX launch Crew-13 mission to the space station▼NASA, SpaceX launch Crew-13 mission to International Space Station
NASA and SpaceX launched the Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station, continuing their routine astronaut ferry flights aboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft. The mission carries a new crew to the orbiting laboratory, maintaining the rotation of personnel and ongoing research operations in low Earth orbit. Coverage highlights the ongoing partnership between the space agency and the private launch provider.
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A proposed ferry terminal in Redwood City, California has moved into the environmental review stage of its development. The review will assess the project's impact before construction can proceed. Further details on timeline, funding and design have not yet been released, and public reaction to the plan is still limited.
- 34NASA and SpaceX prepare Crew-13 mission to space station▼NASA, SpaceX set for Crew-13 launch to International Space Station
NASA and SpaceX are preparing for the Crew-13 launch to the International Space Station. The mission will carry a new rotation of astronauts to the orbiting laboratory, continuing the commercial crew program's regular ferry flights from Florida. Coverage so far focuses on the launch schedule and what the upcoming mission involves for the station's rotating crew.
- 35Engine room workers strike disrupts Washington State Ferries▼Engine room workers strike on WA ferries causes service disruptions Monday
Engine room workers at Washington State Ferries walked off the job Monday, forcing service disruptions across routes in the Puget Sound region. The strike has left commuters facing delays and cancellations as the ferry system scrambles to adjust schedules while talks between the union and the ferry operator continue over working conditions.
- 36Night road trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town draws attention●Road Trip. Johannesburg to Cape Town, passing the Crown Mines showgrounds. # ferriswheel # nightphotography # socialmedi
A traveller documented a road trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town, photographing the Crown Mines showgrounds outside Johannesburg at night, with a ferris wheel featuring prominently in the shots. The night photography of the former mining landmark has been shared with photography and travel audiences.
- 37Seaplane Cost Double the Ferry but Saved a Family Trip▼Taking a seaplane was about twice as expensive as the ferry. It made traveling with a toddler easier.
A traveller says the seaplane between destinations cost about twice as much as the ferry, but proved worth the premium when flying with a toddler. The shorter journey and hassle-free boarding made the trip far easier with a small child, turning an expensive splurge into a practical parenting decision, according to the writer's account.
- 38Ukraine rescues six kittens across Dnipro using a food-delivery drone●Do I think a cat person would use a drone dropping food to her to rescue her kittens? Yes I do. I don't think AI could h
Ukrainian rescuers evacuated six kittens from Oleshky, on the Russian-occupied side of the Dnipro River, using a drone that dropped food to lure the cat before ferrying her litter to safety. Commenters are marvelling at the improvisation, with some joking that no artificial intelligence could manage such a delicate rescue amid an active war zone.
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Ukraine has developed amphibious ground robots capable of delivering supplies to frontline troops across water obstacles. The unmanned vehicles can ferry ammunition, food and other cargo to soldiers in contested areas where conventional transport is too dangerous, reducing exposure of human drivers to drone and artillery fire as the war grinds on.
- 40'The Ferryman' Draws Praise in Ensemble Theatre Production▼‘The Ferryman’ at Ensemble Theatre Is a Theatrical Tour de Force
Ensemble Theatre's production of 'The Ferryman' is being hailed as a theatrical tour de force, according to a review from Cleveland Scene. Jez Butterworth's acclaimed play, set during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, is known for its sweeping family drama and demanding ensemble cast. The strong review highlights the production as a standout in the local theatre scene.