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world1 month ago•24 min saved

British Teen Killed in Dominican Republic Tour Boat Explosion

A 16-year-old British cheerleader, Abbie Lainton, died after a tour boat exploded off the Dominican Republic coast, amid about 24 injuries among passengers. The Costa Romantica filled with smoke before the blast near Saona Island; authorities say the incident was an accident caused by mechanical failure, with Go Paradise DR noting the vessel had been removed from booking platforms. Abbie’s body was repatriated to the UK, and a GoFundMe has been set up to support her family as tributes pour in.

via New York Post|

#boats #deaths #dominican-republic

us-news1 month ago•27 min saved

Rhode Island Sailboat Heist Ends in Deadly Police Shootout

A Rhode Island man, Brendan Norris, 27, allegedly stole a rare 1968 Hinkley Bermuda 40 sailboat named Pathfinder from Liberty Harbor Marina in Jersey City, sailed it to Newport, Rhode Island, and was confronted aboard the vessel by Newport Police around 9 a.m. Norris fired on officers, killing one and injuring another who was later hospitalized in stable condition. The owner of Pathfinder reported the boat missing, and officials say the boat—one of roughly 200 of its model left—was recovered in Newport after Norris’s gunfight with authorities.

via New York Post|

#boats #jersey-city #new-jersey

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Territorial hippo in Botswana chases tour boat in dramatic waterway encounter

A viral video from Botswana shows a large male hippo charging a tour boat in a shallow waterway as it defends its territory; the captain sped up to escape, highlighting that hippos are highly dangerous despite being herbivores and kill hundreds of people in Africa each year.

via New York Post|

#africa #boats #botswana

us-news2 months ago•4 min saved

California Sailor Rescued Off Hawaii After a Month Adrift

A California man, Kai Sato, disappeared after leaving Catalina Island on June 7; his sailboat’s mast snapped, he ran out of fuel and his phone died, leaving him drifting outside shipping lanes for about a month. He survived by improvising repairs with PVC pipes and kayak paddles, eating leftover oatmeal, catching fish and squid, and collecting condensation for drinking water. A passing container ship rescued him off Hawaii, where he’s staying with a relative and plans to sail to the Philippines on a larger vessel.

via New York Post|

#boats #california #hawaii

us-news3 months ago•24 min saved

Lake Erie boating incident: 11-year-old vanishes as neighbor is arrested and companion found dead

An 11-year-old girl vanished during a Lake Erie boating trip with her neighbor and another man. The neighbor, 41-year-old Kristen Gerrie, was arrested on endangering-children charges; the male passenger, 38-year-old Jonathan Ciha, was found dead in the water the following day as authorities recovered the boat near West Sister Island. The investigation remains ongoing.

via New York Post|

#boats #great-lakes #missing-children

business4 months ago•5 min saved

Twisted Automotive's 240-Defender gamble fuels a bespoke expansion, including boats

Twisted Automotive founder Charles Fawcett bought 240 Land Rover Defenders for about $7.3 million to modify and resell at premium prices, a bet that has built a 220-strong operation across 14 locations. The company crafts bespoke Defenders and Range Rovers, with about 45 Defenders and 12 Range Rovers produced annually, each taking thousands of hours. Fawcett emphasizes the brand's personal touch rather than becoming a mass manufacturer and hints at a future Twisted-branded vehicle and expansion into boats via Twisted Marine.

via supercarblondie.com|

#automotive-customization #boats #business

archaeology8 months ago•81 min saved

Earliest Boats: From Dugouts to Seafaring

A Lifes Little Mysteries feature traces the origins of boats, from early dugout canoes to more advanced watercraft, highlighting archaeological finds and cultural innovations that enabled humans to travel, trade, and explore across rivers and seas.

via Live Science|

#archaeology #boats #history

kids-questions9 months ago•0 min saved

Kids' Quiz: Do Bees Have Bums and How Do Boats Float?

A children's quiz features questions from kids about bees, boats, early houses, treats, and sharks, hosted by Molly Oldfield, who also has related books and a podcast answering children's curiosities.

via The Guardian|

#bees #boats #childrens-questions

archaeologyhistory2 years ago•2 min saved

"Neolithic Seafaring: Unearthing Advanced Mediterranean Boats"

A study published in PLOS ONE reveals that 7,000-year-old canoes excavated at the Neolithic lakeshore village of La Marmotta near Rome, Italy, demonstrate advanced nautical technology. The canoes, dating between 5700 and 5100 BC, were constructed from four different types of wood and feature advanced construction techniques, indicating a detailed understanding of structural design and wood properties. The presence of T-shaped wooden objects associated with one canoe suggests the use of sails or other nautical elements. These findings provide valuable insights into the technological sophistication of early agricultural and pastoral communities and suggest that major advances in sailing were made during the early Neolithic period.

via Phys.org|

#archaeological-excavation #archaeologyhistory #boats

weather2 years ago•3 min saved

"Northeast Braces for Widespread Power Outages and Flooding as Another Powerful Storm Approaches"

Residents in the tristate area of Connecticut and New York used boats to navigate flooded streets after a severe storm caused power outages for thousands. Videos showed people paddleboarding through the streets and fire department rescues in flooded areas. The storm brought heavy rain and damaging winds, leaving many without power. A wind advisory was in effect, and a second powerful winter storm is expected to hit the region over the weekend, bringing more rain and winds.

via New York Post |

#boats #flooding #power-outage

automotive3 years ago•2 min saved

"Surprising Craze: AE86-Powered Boats Take Asia by Storm, Leaving Us in the Dark!"

Toyota's 4A-GE engine, known for powering iconic cars like the AE86 Corolla, MR2, and Celica, is now being used to power boats in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand. These hot-rodded long-tail boats feature tuned 4A-GE engines with four-into-one headers and independent throttle bodies, producing a signature intake growl. While the power output may not be mind-blowing, ranging from 150 to 200 horsepower, the appeal lies in the engine's performance and sound at high RPMs. The popularity of these Toyota-powered boats has been growing, with enthusiasts embracing the versatility of the 4A-GE engine in various vehicles.

via The Drive|

#4a-ge #ae86 #automotive

environment3 years ago

Iberian Orcas Collide with Boats in High Seas Mystery.

Iberian orcas have been bumping into boats off the coast of Spain, causing concern among conservationists. The reason for the behavior is unknown, but some speculate it could be due to a decline in the orcas' food sources or increased boat traffic in the area. Efforts are underway to study the orcas and find ways to protect both the marine mammals and boaters.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#boats #conservation #environment

science3 years ago•4 min saved

The Growing Trend of Orcas Attacking and Sinking Boats.

Killer whales have been ramming boats and ripping off rudders in the waters near southern Spain, but orca experts believe that these encounters are not out of revenge, but rather the orcas just want to play. Orcas are very social and curious animals that often engage with their environments, and their natural curiosity and playfulness are likely the cause for these encounters. Orcas might simply enjoy the sensation of ramming into boats, and they might also be enticed by a boat speeding through the water and get a thrill out of chasing it. However, this behavior could put orca lives at risk.

via Business Insider|

#boats #killer-whales #marine-mammals

environment3 years ago•3 min saved

Orcas' Anti-Boat Strategies Evolve: Sailor Reports Increased Speed and Precision in Attacks.

Orcas off the coast of Spain are increasingly touching, pushing, and even turning boats, with some incidents resulting in sinking. Experts believe that the behavior may be taught among the highly intelligent species, and theories suggest that it could be a form of "play" or a result of negative experiences with boats. No human injuries or deaths have been reported, but experts are calling for international coordination to prevent future damage to people, orcas, and vessels.

via USA TODAY|

#ambush #boats #environment

wildlife3 years ago•5 min saved

The Mysterious Rise of Killer Whale Attacks on Boats.

Killer whales off the coast of Spain and Portugal have been ramming into boats, causing damage and raising questions about their behavior. The incidents have more than tripled in the past two years, and the reason for the behavior remains a mystery. While some speculate the whales may be retaliating or teaching each other, experts believe it may just be playful behavior that's gotten out of hand. The behavior is dangerous and could result in a boater being killed, but there are no reports of the whales attacking humans.

via CBS News|

#behavior #boats #killer-whales