Lifestyle 5 days ago Enemy vessel that exploded during 1748 battle may have been found in North Carolina river East Carolina University archaeologists found the likely remains of La Fortuna, a colonial-era Spanish privateer, in the Cape Fear River, they told 91±¬ÁÏ Digital.
Health 5 days ago Elite Americans shell out for 'boat-tox' and other on-demand personal care services "Boat-tox" allows wealthy clients to receive Botox injections on yachts and private boats as part of growing on-demand concierge medical and cosmetic services.
Travel August 28 Bermuda Triangle mystery could be solved, according to British researcher A new scientific theory explains Bermuda Triangle ship disappearances through dangerous wave patterns that can overwhelm vessels like the missing USS Cyclops.
Travel August 24 Eight people rescued from sinking boat after running low on fuel in rough Miami waters Eight people were safely rescued from a distressed boat in rough seas off Miami-Dade County by Coast Guard and fire crews with no reported injuries.
Montana August 21 Retired Washington state detective who survived on-duty shooting found dead after Montana boating incident Retired Washington detective David Easterly, who survived being shot twice in 2023, was found dead in Montana's Flathead Lake after a boating incident.
Travel August 16 Beach visitors risk 'arrest' for swimming without lifeguard following tragic incident A fatal drowning at the Seaside Heights beach in New Jersey has led to stricter ocean access rules as rip current deaths reach 52 nationwide this year, according to the National Weather Service.
New York August 13 Family of Irish bikini designer found dead on yacht met with homicide detectives: lawyer Many questions remain unanswered about the mysterious death of an Irish fashion entrepreneur who was found dead on a boat docked at an exclusive yacht club more than a week ago.
Police and Law Enforcement August 13 Florida sheriff rips 'reprehensible' lake brawl after 8 arrested A Florida sheriff tore into a group of rowdy boaters after a massive, caught-on-video lakeside brawl left families and children stunned.
Hawaii August 11 75-foot boat surfs wave, runs aground in Hawaii A boat ran aground in Hawaii after appearing to surf on top of a wave, two crewmembers escaping uninjured, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.
New York August 10 Woman found dead on yacht sparks scrutiny of Montauk’s party scene and rising wealth The sudden death of a young fashion entrepreneur has shaken the idyllic coastal town of Montauk — and raised fresh concerns about how a once tranquil, tight-knit fishing community is being reshaped by wealth, influencers, and the seasonal arrival of the yacht-owning nouveau riche.
New Jersey August 3 Boat collision with whale sends passenger overboard, kills 20-foot marine mammal A boat collision with a whale off the Jersey Shore left the 20-foot-long animal dead and sent a passenger overboard. The person is believed to be OK following the incident.
Florida July 30 Miami sailing camp disaster boat captain tested for alcohol after deadly collision, 7-year-old victim ID’d Coast Guard investigates deadly tugboat collision at Miami sailing camp that killed two girls, including 7-year-old Mila Yankelevich, with captain tested for alcohol.
Florida July 28 Tragedy strikes Miami Beach as 2 die after barge hits sailboat with children aboard Two people died after a barge struck a sailboat near Miami Beach, with four others including multiple children between ages 8-12 rescued from the water and hospitalized.
Tennessee July 24 Bodies of 3 men recovered from Mississippi River after swimming, fishing on sandbar The bodies of three men were recovered from the Mississippi River near Memphis, Tennessee, on Wednesday after they went missing while fishing and swimming on a sandbar.
World July 19 At least 34 dead after tourist boat capsizes during violent thunderstorm in Vietnam At least 34 people are dead after a sudden thunderstorm caused a tourist boat to capsize in Vietnam on Saturday, according to local reports.
Georgia July 18 Family vacation to Georgia lake turns tragic when 5-year-old dies from drowning Tragedy struck when a 5-year-old boy from Cumming, Georgia drowned in Lake Chatuge after going missing for about 10 minutes from his family's rental home.
Boating July 10 Father and son drown in Lake Michigan during weekend family boating trip tragedy Illinois residents David Meneou and his son Jameson drowned in Lake Michigan during a boating trip when their game of catch led to struggles in deep water.
South Carolina July 3 Beach accident near Hilton Head kills two, injures others A fatal boating crash near Hilton Head Island leaves two dead and two injured as South Carolina authorities investigate collision with day marker in the Intracoastal Waterway.
US July 3 July Fourth boaters warned about deadly waterfront danger with lifesaving summer tips Boating safety expert shares critical tips as Coast Guard data shows 564 deaths and 3,844 mishaps in 2023, emphasizing proper training and safety checklists
Florida July 2 Video shows Coast Guard save family in helicopter rescue mission near vacation destination The Florida Coast Guard rescues a family of three, including an 8-year-old child, from a partially submerged sailing vessel near the Bahamas after a good Samaritan reported their distress.
Florida June 30 Boat catches fire near Cape Canaveral, passengers saved Four people escape burning sailboat near Port Canaveral, Florida, with witness reporting explosions while the 61-foot vessel went up in flames.
New York City June 21 Mega-yacht with 400 passengers crashes into New York City dock, injuring nearly a dozen Mega-yacht accident on Hudson River in New York City injures multiple passengers as vessel carrying 400 people strikes Manhattan dock, prompting FDNY emergency response.
Boating June 19 Man who left corporate job joins 3 veterans rowing across North Atlantic in world record pursuit British team aims to break the North Atlantic rowing record while raising awareness for veterans' mental health on 3,500 nautical mile trek from New Jersey to the U.K.
Alabama June 18 Young mother thrown from boat leaves behind grieving husband, 4 children after Alabama waters tragedy Alabama mother Brittney Sherman, 27, died after being thrown overboard in a collision between two boats in Bayou Sara, leaving behind her husband and four children.
Travel June 13 Marine experts find likely remains of 18th-century treasure ship that was lost for centuries Marine expert Edmond O’Byrne's team believes they have discovered the likely remains of the Recovery, an 18th-century that carried valuable cargo before it sank.
Travel June 10 Archaeologist uncovers Viking secrets during epic three-year journey at sea Swedish archaeologist Greer Jarrett has embarked on a three-year, 3,100-mile expedition in a Viking boat replica, uncovering new insights into Viking maritime journeys.
Boating June 9 More than 20 people injured after boat catches fire in New York; captain charged with DWI A boat captain was arrested on DWI charges after the vessel caught fire and injured more than 20 people near City Island in The Bronx over the weekend.
Travel June 7 Boat explodes on the river and a peaceful vacation walk turns into a desperate rescue The quick thinking of a couple who were on vacation in the U.K. helped save six lives after a boat exploded on the River Thames. Police officials said it was "a miracle there were no fatalities."
Florida June 5 Florida men charged in fatal boating hit-and-run of 15-year-old ballerina Two Florida men face misdemeanor charges in connection with the boating hit-and-run death of 15-year-old ballerina Ella Adler, who was killed while wakeboarding in Key Biscayne.
Alaska May 29 Human remains found in sunken boat bring closure to Texas family's Alaska tragedy Alaska search uncovers human remains from Texas family's capsized boat. Private firms aided the recovery, bringing closure to the tragic incident.