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Victoria Cruise Season Surpasses One Million PassengersTravel — 17hVictoria welcomed more than one million cruise passengers in a single season for the first time, with ship visits also expected to set a record of 332 calls. The milestone was celebrated at Ogden Point as California visitors Geri and Gary Skardina arrived aboard Norwegian Encore, while officials noted the tourism benefits and the need to reinvest in aging harbour infrastructure.

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Elena Vasquez Nice to hear the Skardinas from California were part of hitting the record this year.

US Navy Moves To Build New Tomahawk Missile That Comes With Unknown Price TagPolitics — 5dThe U.S. Navy is preparing to manufacture a new bunker-busting version of its Tomahawk cruise missile, but the military has yet to disclose how much the upgraded weapon will cost.

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Tom Cruise Stops During Walk to Check on Worker — Sep 28, 2026Tom Cruise went viral after stopping to check on a woman he appeared to think was upset, only to discover she was doomscrolling at work. The woman, Klementina, said she was stunned by the encounter; Cruise smiled, exchanged a fist bump with her and later posed for a photo.

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Tom Cruise dances in Spirit Tunnel — Sep 30, 2026Tom Cruise donned sunglasses and reenacted his Risky Business dance through The Jennifer Hudson Show Spirit Tunnel, as staff sang a Bob Seger remix, while promoting Digger.

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British Airways Flight Returns Safely to HeathrowTravel — Oct 5, 2026British Airways flight BA295, traveling from London to Chicago, declared an emergency over Ireland and descended from cruising altitude to about 9,000 feet before turning back toward London. The cause of the emergency was not immediately known.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Great Lakes Cruise Traffic Expected to Rise 5%Travel — Oct 1, 2026Small-ship cruising offers varied ways to explore beyond traditional megaships, from Norway’s fjords and France’s canals to the Great Lakes, with intimate excursions and access to smaller ports. Great Lakes voyages are drawing more travelers, combining expansive lake scenery with convenient stops at cities and destinations such as Mackinac Island and Niagara Falls.

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Carnival results lift Norwegian cruise stock 5 percent — Sep 29, 2026Carnival shares jumped 12% on Sept. 29, 2026 after $1.43 adjusted EPS beat estimates; CEO Josh Weinstein said Americans now treat vacations as sacrosanct.

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Derek Foss Norwegian getting a lift from a rival's strong numbers shows the whole cruise sector is recovering nicely.

Royal Caribbean plans $3B Sandals stake acquisitionBusiness — Oct 3, 2026Royal Caribbean Group plans to acquire a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts for about $3 billion, expanding its cruise and private-destination business into all-inclusive land vacations. The companies say the partnership could broaden travel options and cross-promote offerings, though specific benefits for guests remain to be determined.

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Belgium to send three F-16 jets to Ukraine by end of 2026 — Sep 29, 2026Belgium will send Ukraine three F-16s by end of 2026; RBC-Ukraine says seven total, four for parts. One Ukrainian pilot downed six cruise missiles in a single 2025 mission.

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Jared Kim Belgium's pledge is a solid step but the long timeline means these jets might not change much on the ground.

Truist Lowers Targets on Camden and Norwegian While Raising SailPoint's — Sep 24, 2026Truist Securities maintained a Buy rating on Camden Property Trust while cutting its price target to $108, and raised its targets for SailPoint and Royal Caribbean Group, which remain rated Buy and Hold, respectively. It also maintained a Hold rating on Norwegian Cruise Line while lowering its price target to $16.

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Taylor Swift joins Emmys SVU sketch but skips show for Chiefs game — Sep 15, 2026Taylor Swift joined a pre-taped SVU Emmys sketch with Mariska Hargitay and her cat on Sept. 14, 2026, then skipped the ceremony to watch Travis Kelce’s Chiefs opener with Tom Cruise.

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Dana Whitfield The pre-taped cameo kept things light without forcing her to attend, which makes sense given her schedule. I wonder if more stars will try similar remote bits next year.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Kate Returns to Premiere After Cancer Treatment — Sep 22, 2026The Prince and Princess of Wales walked the London red carpet for Tom Cruise’s Digger premiere, with Kate in a jewel-toned Jenny Packham gown and wearing the Queen Mother’s Amethyst Sautoir Necklace along with Princess Diana’s Collingwood Pearl Drop Earrings. They also attended a charity screening in Leicester Square related to the Film and TV Charity, continuing their high-profile appearances around the premiere.

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Second Fin Whale Found Aboard Alaska Cruise Ship — Sep 18, 2026Multiple reports confirm a dead fin whale was found on the bow of Norwegian Joy in Sitka, Alaska, triggering NOAA and the Alaska Marine Mammal Stranding Network to investigate and delaying the vessel’s itinerary. Authorities are coordinating removal and necropsy to determine the cause, with ongoing collaboration among maritime operators, scientists, and regulators.

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Seahawks’ Jadarian Price Has Negative X-Rays — Sep 18, 2026Seattle Seahawks rookie Jadarian Price left Week 2 with a chest injury and is listed as questionable to return, with Emanuel Wilson filling in as Seattle cruised to an early lead. Price, the 32nd overall pick, debuted with 52 rushing yards and shows a promising path from Notre Dame, including overcoming family challenges on his journey to the NFL.

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Drake Lindsey Leads Minnesota Past Akron 41-7 — Sep 19, 2026The Minnesota Golden Gophers cruised to a 41-7 victory over Akron, anchored by a dominant defense and a productive passing game led by Drake Lindsey with 204 yards and three touchdowns. With leading rusher Darius Taylor out, Minnesota showcased balance in the second half and heads into Big Ten play against Washington, while Akron struggled with penalties and injuries and multiple turnovers.

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Derek Foss Minnesota needs to carry this balance into the Washington game if they want to stay competitive in the Big Ten.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Purdie Throws Three Touchdowns as Liberty Tops Ball State 51-15 — Sep 19, 2026Liberty cruised to a 51-15 win over Ball State behind Deshawn Purdie’s three touchdown passes, with more scoring from Jamari Person and Makai Jackson as the Flames dominated on both sides of the ball. Coach Jamey Chadwell spoke of strong execution across all phases and noted it as Liberty’s best performance of the season and their first win over an FBS opponent since 2025.

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Tom Gallagher Chadwell was right about the execution, this felt like their cleanest game and the first FBS win in a while is a solid step.

Three News Outlets Sue Trump Over Access — Sep 21, 2026A wave of interest in analog hobbies is rising among younger generations, boosting Michaels sales and drawing mainstream attention to activities like sewing, birdwatching, puzzles, and gardening as digital tools support learning. The batch of stories also spans a colorful mix of culture and news—from a Newcastle street-paint incident and high-profile AI-driven sports recruiting to a cruise-line weekend promo and a First/Fifth Amendment press-freedom lawsuit involving the White House and Trump.

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Nicole Hardy Press access matters for accountability, so the courts need to sort this out fairly.

Carnival Cruise Line Faces Concerns as It Plans to Resume Sails in AugustReporting — May 4, 2020Carnival Cruise Line is receiving criticism following its announcement to resume sails in August. The international cruise line released a statement on Monday, confirming cruise ships will begin leaving docks just one…

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Hundreds of Americans flown home from cruise ship, 14 with coronavirusReporting — Feb 17, 2020More than 300 American cruise liner passengers, including 14 who tested positive for coronavirus, were flown home to military bases in the United States, after two weeks under quarantine off Japan. The cruise ship…

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Cruise Passenger Hailed A Hero After Saving Elderly Man — Jun 3, 2026A Carnival Cruise Line passenger is being hailed a hero after saving an elderly man who fell from a pier during a cruise stop in Mexico. The incident happened May 19 while Carnival Jubilee was docked in Costa Maya, per…

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Disney Cruise Workers Arrested in Child Porn Sting at San Diego Port — May 7, 2026Federal immigration agents arrested dozens of cruise ship workers in San Diego during a sweeping child exploitation investigation that included employees tied to Disney Cruise Line, according to officials. Customs and…

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Tom Cruise Could Be Headed to Space for His Next FilmReporting — Oct 10, 2022Actor Tom Cruise could be making his way to space to film his next movie. Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG) Chairman Donna Langley spoke with BBC News about the project. “I think Tom Cruise is taking us to…

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Beloved pastor dies after suffering injury on cruise ship at son's weddingGood News — Sep 8, 2026

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Trump Likes the Idea of Cruise Lines Registering in the US to Qualify for AidReporting — Mar 27, 2020Between the economic downturn and growing coronavirus cases, cruise lines are looking for aid to bail them out. This does not seem probable as they do not qualify for aid under the coronavirus relief package recently…

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