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After a devastating boat accident on Ghana's Volta Lake claimed multiple lives, the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection is rushing psychosocial support and aid to grieving families. The tragedy has also sparked urgent calls for stronger water safety measures across the country's inland waterways.
A Great Lakes boating family is doubling donations to a Michigan marine trades scholarship, turning $5,000 in community gifts into $10,000 for future boat builders. The fund honors a legendary craftsman who built over 1,400 sailboats and never turned down a student.
A driver accidentally rolled down a boat ramp into freezing water during dense fog early Wednesday morning, but local firefighters pulled off a successful rescue. Everyone walked away safe thanks to the quick response of the Islip Fire Department.
A Norwegian father-son duo created a wristband that automatically stops boats and calls for help when fishers fall into the water. After successful winter testing, the life-saving device could soon protect thousands of solo fishers along Norway's coast.
When a boat capsized on the Detroit River, two quick-thinking boaters didn't hesitate to pull all four people to safety. Thanks to their action and a swift Coast Guard response, everyone made it home that day.
When a boat flipped in the icy Detroit River, everyday boaters didn't hesitate to jump into action. All four people made it home safe thanks to quick-thinking neighbors on the water.
A green sea turtle named Dark-Blue Yellow survived the most severe boat strike injury veterinarians at Florida Aquarium had ever seen. After months of around-the-clock care, he's now just weeks away from swimming free again.
A self-taught builder just proved you don't need to be rich or an expert to travel sustainably. He sailed his homemade solar-powered boat hundreds of miles to France without spending a dime on fuel.
When a fishing boat slammed into rocks during rough seas Saturday night, Gloucester's emergency teams pulled off a textbook rescue. Both crew members walked away without a scratch.
Some of America's most unforgettable destinations require a ferry ride, kayak trip, or seaplane journey to visit. These five boat-only landmarks offer pristine beauty and history without the highway crowds.
Two people clinging to a piling after their boat overturned off Ocean City were rescued by quick-thinking firefighters and are now safe. The April 18 rescue shows how emergency responders turn dire moments into second chances.
When a 30-foot boat became trapped on rocks off the Maine coast with waves crashing over it, multiple fire departments coordinated a dramatic nighttime rescue to save an injured boater. The successful operation showcased how technology and teamwork saved a life in dangerous conditions.
Marine biologists and boat owners in Sydney Harbour are teaming up to save a dying seagrass species using floating moorings that don't disturb the ocean floor. The innovative project could restore critical habitat for baby fish while capturing carbon in one of Australia's busiest waterways.
When seven friends found themselves clinging to life jackets in choppy Florida waters after their boat sank on Memorial Day, a passing boater pulled them all to safety just before sunset. Despite the terrifying 30 minutes in the water, the group says they're already planning their next trip.
A 200-year-old maritime company is launching electric boats that slash offshore wind farm costs by up to 70% while eliminating fuel emissions entirely. The technology could save operators nearly $2 million annually per vessel.
A dragon boat team of breast cancer survivors just launched their biggest fundraiser yet, pledging $150,000 for local cancer research while bringing patients, doctors, and researchers together. They're proving that the fight against cancer doesn't end with survival.
A Seattle dragon boat team made entirely of cancer survivors just qualified for the world championships in Taiwan. These women went from never being athletic to competing on the international stage.
Hong Kong is throwing a 13-day summer festival to celebrate half a century of international dragon boat races, complete with cultural events, virtual reality experiences, and citywide deals. The Tourism Board hopes the golden anniversary will bring visitors together for one of the city's most colorful traditions.
After nearly a decade of defeats, Oxford's women's rowing crew finally crossed the finish line first in the historic Boat Race on the Thames. For two rowers who'd lost three times before, this victory tasted especially sweet.
When severe storms struck Maryland waterways on Independence Day weekend, everyday boaters became heroes, rescuing dozens from capsized vessels and dangerous conditions. Thanks to quick-thinking citizens and emergency responders, everyone survived despite 11 boating accidents and two boat explosions.
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