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Russia Not Exempt from International Law Despite Finland Court Ruling

Helsinki District Court lacked jurisdiction to sentence the captain of the tanker Eagle S for several cable breaks in the Gulf of Finland. But it does not mean that it is free for Russia to do as they want on international waters, according to an expert.

Drunkenness at Sea Offenses Decline Amid Increased Coast Guard Checks

Missing Swedish Girl Found Dead After Norway Boat Accident

The Swedish girl who was missing after the boat accident in Norwegian Lofoten has been found dead. The cause of the accident is being investigated by the police.

Boat Capsizes in Lofoten: Investigation Underway After Tragic Accident

There was no alarming weather when the sports fishing boat left land on Friday. But a strong wave is believed to have caused the boat to capsize. It is inexplicable that it happened with a boat of that size, says Jimmy Andersson, CEO of Nordic Sea Angling who arranged the trip.

Swedish Tourists in Norway Boat Accident; Sea Rescuer Dies

A marine rescuer has died and one person is missing since a boat capsized in Nappstraumen in Norwegian Lofoten. On board the capsized boat were six Swedish tourists and a fishing guide, writes the newspaper VG.

TT-Line Oil Spill Investigation Closed After Marco Polo Incident

The preliminary investigation against the shipping company TT-Line after the major oil spill off Listerlandet in Blekinge has been closed, reports BLT.

Elderly Man Rescued After Three Days in Taiwan Flood

Rescue efforts continue after the typhoon Ragasa's rampage in Taiwan which has cost over ten people their lives and where over 20 people are still missing.

Typhoon Ragasa Causes 14 Deaths in Taiwan, Impacts China and Hong Kong

At least 14 people have been killed since a dammed lake overflowed during the typhoon Ragasa's progress over Taiwan. On Wednesday, the storm winds have reached the Chinese mainland.