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Irritated Waters: Boats, Mines and a Burning Question

March 12, 2026

The Gulf of Oman saw a night of chaos when small boats, said to be from Iran and packed with explosives, struck two fuel tankers near Iraq. The attacks set the ships ablaze and killed a crew member, while four other vessels were hit by projectiles in nearby waters. The tankers carried fuel from Iraq

weather

Snowstorm Hits Northern Midwest: What You Need to Know

March 12, 2026

A big winter storm is set to hit parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin this weekend, bringing heavy snowfall, strong winds, and possible travel delays. The weather alert runs from 1 p. m. Thursday until 1 p. m. Friday, so plan ahead if you’re in the affected areas. In Minnesota, counties like Koochichin

politics

U. S. , Iran Clash Keeps Oil Markets Tense

March 12, 2026

A war that began with U. S. and Israeli air strikes two weeks ago is far from over, according to both sides. President Trump claims the United States has “won” the conflict but wants to finish it decisively, while Iran warns that oil could skyrocket to $200 a barrel if tensions continue. The fightin

weather

Gnat Season Hits South Carolina as the Weather Warms

March 11, 2026

When the temperature climbs, a tiny army of gnats starts to appear across South Carolina. These minuscule insects, often called no‑see‑ums, are almost invisible but leave itchy bites that feel like a mosquito sting. The arrival of gnats is closely tied to warm, humid conditions. According to a lo

technology

Future Navy Fleets: Tech, Tactics and the Sea

March 7, 2026

The navy’s next big change is happening in San Diego. At the WEST conference, leaders from ships and cyber teams meet to plan the future. The navy is adding unmanned boats, smart software and new sensors to stay ready when enemies try to block the sea. Experts say that small, flexible units

politics

Sri Lanka Welcomes Iranian Crew After U. S. Attack Raises Tensions

March 6, 2026

The situation in the Indian Ocean grew tense when a U. S. submarine sank an Iranian warship near Sri Lanka’s coast, prompting the island nation to act swiftly. After the incident, an Iranian ship named the IRIS Bushehr drifted into Sri Lankan waters and sent a distress signal. The Sri Lankan navy re

politics

Alaska’s Energy Future: Why a Pipeline Beats Quick LNG Export

March 6, 2026

The idea of sending gas straight from the North Slope to overseas markets without a pipeline raises serious concerns. First, it would bring huge ships close to fragile Arctic communities, disturbing traditional whaling that sustains both food and culture. Hunters rely on clear waters; large tankers

politics

Iranian Ship Sunk Near Sri Lanka: A Ripple in the Indian Ocean

March 5, 2026

A warship from Iran went down after a U. S. submarine struck it off the coast of Sri Lanka, just days after the vessel had joined a naval drill hosted by India. The incident shows how far the U. S. –Israel campaign against Iran has stretched, reaching waters that India watches closely for its own se

politics

US Submarine Hits Iranian Ship Near Sri Lanka

March 5, 2026

A U. S. submarine struck an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean on March 4, marking the first torpedo sinking of a vessel by the United States since World War Two. The attack occurred inside Sri Lanka’s exclusive economic zone, about 19 nautical miles from the port of Galle. The Iranian ship,

business

Seafarers Get New Safety Choice Amid Gulf Tensions

March 5, 2026

A recent shift in policy lets sailors decline voyages through the Middle East Gulf, especially the Strait of Hormuz, when danger spikes. The move follows rising military tensions and incidents that left ships damaged and crew injured or dead since late February. About 300 vessels are currently stuck