78 drown after boat capsizes in Congo's Lake Kivu, provincial governor says
The boat capsized around 700 metres from port and the causes of the accident are being investigated, the governor said in a statement.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Vietnam fishing boat attacked near contested South China Sea islands, media reports
Vietnamese fishermen injured after foreign vessel attacked their boat near disputed Paracel Islands claimed by China and Vietnam.
Tue Oct 01 2024
Four bodies retrieved from Mike Lynch's sunken yacht in Sicily
The bodies were brought ashore on rescue boats and taken to nearby hospitals for formal identification.
Thu Aug 22 2024
Mike Lynch and daughter among six missing after yacht sinks; divers struggle to enter wreck
The boat was lying at a depth of 49 metres (160 feet), giving divers only 8-10 minutes at the wreck site before they had to resurface.
Wed Aug 21 2024
British entrepreneur Mike Lynch among missing after luxury yacht sinks off Sicily
Fifteen people escaped before it went down, including Mike Lynch's wife, Angela Bacares, who owned the boat, and a one-year-old girl.
Tue Aug 20 2024
Tragic boat engine explosion in southern Nigeria kills at least 20, raises regulatory concerns
The boat was carrying traders taking goods to coastal communities, Bayelsa police spokesperson Musa Muhammed said.
Fri Aug 09 2024
MMEA foils attempt to smuggle 46 barrels of subsidised petrol to the Philippines
MMEA seized 46 barrels of subsidised petrol, amounting to 1,150 litres, left on a boat in the waters of Pulai Berhala in Sandakan.
Wed Jun 26 2024
Tyra Kamaruzzaman kini isteri pereka fesyen, terima mas kahwin RM1,111
Menerusi perkongsian siaran langsung di Instagram, pasangan itu dinikahkan oleh bapa Tyra, Kamaruzzaman.
Sat May 04 2024
Over 70 Rohingya dead or missing after boat capsizes off Indonesia's Aceh
The UNHCR said if the death toll was confirmed, it would be the biggest loss of life so far this year.
Fri Mar 22 2024
By boat or by plane? If you’re seeking asylum in Australia, the outcome is similarly bleak
Anyone who's not an Australian citizen is required to have authorisation in the form of a visa to enter and remain in the country.
Fri Feb 23 2024
Australia wants navy boats with lots of weapons, but no crew. Will they run afoul of international law?
The advantages are that vessels can operate for longer, with more stealth, and allow military personnel to avoid hostile environments.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Australia's Sydney to throw 16-day party for Year of Dragon
The "Sydney Lunar Festival" includes dragon boat races, lantern installations, traditional lion dancing and cultural performances.
Thu Feb 08 2024
Italy's coast guard rescues 49 migrants from boat sinking in Mediterranean
The Italian Coast Guard rescued 49 migrants attempting to travel from North Africa to Europe after their boat sank in the Mediterranean Sea.
Fri Feb 02 2024
At least 12 children, two teachers drown in Indian lake after pleasure boat capsizes
Rescuers pulled 20 children to safety from Harni lake in Vadodara city and are searching for two more who are missing.
Fri Jan 19 2024
Cut off by floods, boats become lifeline for residents of Kampung Delong
As of this morning, 116 people from 32 families were still housed at the Sekolah Kebangsaan Kampung Delong temporary relief centre.
Fri Dec 29 2023