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Two Rescued as Indian Coast Guard Extends Search After Cargo Vessel Sinks in Bay of Bengal
world1 day ago

Two Rescued as Indian Coast Guard Extends Search After Cargo Vessel Sinks in Bay of Bengal

The Indian Coast Guard launched a search and rescue operation after the Panama-flagged cargo vessel MV Ocean Winner sank southeast of Paradip in the Bay of Bengal. Two of the 24 crew were rescued from life rafts, with three Coast Guard ships deployed to search for the rest. The crew comprises 20 Chinese nationals, three Myanmar nationals and one Bangladeshi; the cause is unknown. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the vessel was carrying iron ore from Paradip to China, and the two survivors are receiving medical care as rescue efforts continue.

via Euronews.com|
#bay-of-bengal#coast-guard#maritime-incident
Zuckerberg’s Yacht Crew Defends Distress-Call Controversy Off Alaska
world13 days ago

Zuckerberg’s Yacht Crew Defends Distress-Call Controversy Off Alaska

Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg defended the crew of his $300 million yacht Launchpad amid allegations they refused to help a stranded 21-foot skiff off Alaska; the Wilderness Legacy reportedly assisted after a distress call, but Zuckerberg’s team says the call was on a different radio channel and not a distress situation. Coast Guard noted the call was not distress and the crew was not obligated to respond, while maritime experts explained the legal distinction between distress and requests for help and highlighted the duty to monitor Channel 16. Zuckerberg and his family were not aboard at the time, and the incident has sparked debate over maritime etiquette and legal obligations.

via New York Post|
#coast-guard#distress-call#launchpad
Greenland’s Sovereignty: The Missing Link in Arctic Homeland Defense
defense14 days ago

Greenland’s Sovereignty: The Missing Link in Arctic Homeland Defense

An op-ed argues Greenland is a critical but under-governed node in U.S. homeland defense: Pituffik offers missile warning and space surveillance, but Greenland’s ports, airspace, and civilian infrastructure remain outside U.S. federal control. The author calls for formal U.S. sovereignty (annexation) with Greenlandic consent, enabling permanent federal authority via DHS, the Coast Guard, CBP, and FEMA to secure the Arctic perimeter and deter adversaries.

via RealClearDefense|
#arctic#coast-guard#defense
Alaskan distress call scrutiny as Zuckerberg’s yacht reportedly passes by stranded skiff
world14 days ago

Alaskan distress call scrutiny as Zuckerberg’s yacht reportedly passes by stranded skiff

AIS data and Coast Guard statements indicate Zuckerberg’s $300 million yacht Launchpad was not in distress when a stranded 21‑foot skiff off Alaska called for help. Launchpad briefly slowed to allow the Wilderness Legacy to assist and tow the skiff to Farragut Bay, while Wingman allegedly passed by without stopping. The Coast Guard said the assist was underway once the call was received, and the boat in distress was not declared, meaning no legal obligation to render aid. Critics, including Senator Whitehouse, urged monitoring of emergency channel 16. Zuckerberg’s spokesperson notes the call came on a different radio channel and that aid was already in progress. The episode recalls past concerns about Launchpad going “dark” on AIS, prompting questions about safety and accountability for elite yacht owners.

via Ars Technica|
#ais#coast-guard#maritime-law
Alaska distress call tests Zuckerberg’s mega‑yacht Launchpad
us-news14 days ago

Alaska distress call tests Zuckerberg’s mega‑yacht Launchpad

Off Alaska, a 21‑foot skiff ran out of fuel and was reportedly rescued by the tour boat Wilderness Legacy after the Coast Guard issued an assistance call; Zuckerberg’s 387‑foot mega‑yacht Launchpad was closer but did not respond to the radio distress, prompting viral commentary from passengers. The Coast Guard later said the skiff was not distress and the rescue was already underway on another channel, while Zuckerberg’s spokesperson noted neither he nor his family were aboard Launchpad. The episode revived discussion of maritime rescue duties under SOLAS and drew attention on Bluesky.

via NBC News|
#alaska#coast-guard#launchpad-yacht
Alaska distress call goes unanswered by Zuckerberg’s yacht as nearby ship assists skiff
business14 days ago

Alaska distress call goes unanswered by Zuckerberg’s yacht as nearby ship assists skiff

A Coast Guard distress call near Alaska was answered by a nearby cruise ship after Zuckerberg’s yacht allegedly did not hear it; the spokesman said Zuckerberg wasn’t aboard and the call came in on a different radio channel, while the skiff was not in distress and was towed to Farragut Bay for refueling by the Wilderness Legacy; all parties were safe and the incident drew online commentary.

via Al Jazeera|
#alaska#business#coast-guard
Zuckerberg's Yacht Didn't Hear Mayday as Alaska Rescue Unfolded
world15 days ago

Zuckerberg's Yacht Didn't Hear Mayday as Alaska Rescue Unfolded

Meta says Mark Zuckerberg’s yacht Launchpad did not hear an emergency radio call from a fuel-depleted skiff off Alaska; a nearby ship, Wilderness Legacy, towed and refueled the skiff, and by the time Launchpad learned of the situation on a different radio channel, rescue efforts were already underway. The Coast Guard noted the vessel was not in distress and Zuckerberg wasn't aboard at the time; all parties were safe.

via theguardian.com|
#alaska#coast-guard#rescue
Rescue at Sea: 22 Crewmembers Saved After COSCO Car Carrier Fire Off Costa Rica
world15 days ago

Rescue at Sea: 22 Crewmembers Saved After COSCO Car Carrier Fire Off Costa Rica

A COSCO car carrier Min Jiang Kou suffered an engine-room fire about 600 nautical miles southeast of Costa Rica while en route from Tianjin to Manta, Ecuador. As smoke worsened, the crew abandoned to lifeboats and were rescued by two merchant ships, Jin Hai Ping and Degu, by Friday afternoon; all 22 crewmembers were brought aboard and will be delivered to shore in Akita, Japan, with the vessel coordinating with Resolve Marine for safe recovery. The incident underscores international cooperation in lifesaving at sea.

via The Maritime Executive|
#coast-guard#cosco#engine-fire
Wilderness Legacy rescues stranded skiff as Zuckerberg's yacht sits nearby
tech15 days ago

Wilderness Legacy rescues stranded skiff as Zuckerberg's yacht sits nearby

Near Farragut Bay, the Wilderness Legacy rescued a fuel-depleted skiff, while Mark Zuckerberg's yacht Launchpad was reportedly closer but did not respond; the Coast Guard later said the vessel wasn’t in distress and the rescue was already underway when officials checked, and Zuckerberg's spokespeople confirmed he and his family were not aboard.

via theverge.com|
#coast-guard#farragut-bay#launchpad
Myrtle Beach rescuer found dead after saving girl from rip current
local16 days ago

Myrtle Beach rescuer found dead after saving girl from rip current

A swimmer who jumped in to rescue a young girl from a rip current near Myrtle Beach was found dead the next morning. The girl’s status remains unknown after a second swimmer who helped her was pulled under and went missing as police, fire crews and the Coast Guard searched the area; lifeguards had already left duty. A hospital report mentioned in an earlier version was later clarified as not involving the girl.

via WMBF|
#coast-guard#drowning#local
China’s Quiet Land Grab Shifts the South China Sea Chessboard
world26 days ago

China’s Quiet Land Grab Shifts the South China Sea Chessboard

A Foreign Affairs analysis argues Beijing is moving from high-profile sea clashes to quietly asserting sovereignty on uninhabited land features (e.g., Sandy Cay, Antelope Reef, Scarborough Shoal), expanding its presence with dredging, floating structures, and research deployments. This gradual approach aims to normalize control, erode the regional order, and complicate Code of Conduct efforts, while risking escalation if smaller moves snowball. The piece calls for a robust U.S.-led response—deterrence via Coast Guard and allies, legal pressure, and sustained diplomacy—to prevent irreversible changes and maintain freedom of navigation.

via Foreign Affairs|
#china#coast-guard#maritime-law
Pentagon Moves to Rename Joint Base Charleston in Honor of Lindsey Graham
politics27 days ago

Pentagon Moves to Rename Joint Base Charleston in Honor of Lindsey Graham

The Pentagon will rename Joint Base Charleston to Joint Base Lindsey Graham after late Senator Lindsey Graham, with the Air Force secretary directing the process. The tribute reflects his decades of military service and advocacy for the base, which has secured hundreds of millions in federal funding, including Coast Guard upgrades. While praised by Graham’s allies, some local officials say the change should involve more input and suggest alternative tributes to honor Charleston’s military heritage.

via Post and Courier|
#air-force#coast-guard#joint-base-charleston