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    Paul Ferris, the former Glasgow gangland enforcer who later became a bestselling author, has died at the age of 62. Ferris was one of Scotland's most notorious criminal figures before reinventing himself as a writer, chronicling his life in memoirs that drew wide attention. His death is prompting reflection in Scotland on his violent past and unlikely literary second act.

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    NASA and SpaceX have launched the Crew-13 mission, sending astronauts to the International Space Station aboard a Crew Dragon spacecraft. The launch, covered live by NASA, is drawing wide attention, with hundreds of thousands engaging with coverage of the liftoff. Crew-13 continues the regular rotation of crews ferrying astronauts to and from the orbiting laboratory under NASA's commercial crew programme.

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    NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 docks with International Space Station●LIVE: NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 docking to the International Space Station▶youtubeScienceSpace598.9K14 min ago

    NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission has arrived at the International Space Station, with the spacecraft docking live as audiences around the world followed the broadcast. The crew's arrival continues the regular rotation of astronauts ferried to the orbiting laboratory by SpaceX under NASA's commercial crew programme. Viewers are watching the docking footage and sharing reactions as the new crew begins its stay aboard the station.

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    Foggy black-and-white shots of pigeons over San Diego's Coronado Ferry Landing●Pigeons flying over the Coronado Ferry Landing on a foggy morning in San Diego, California. # blackandwhitephotography #MmastodonEnvironmentOceans231 d ago

    A photographer has shared black-and-white images of pigeons in flight above the Coronado Ferry Landing in San Diego, California, captured on a foggy morning. The moody monochrome treatment of a familiar waterfront scene is drawing appreciation from photography fans, who are engaging with the minimalist compositions and the atmospheric coastal light.

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    Ensemble Theatre stages Northeast Ohio premiere of 'The Ferryman'▼Ensemble Theatre stages Northeast Ohio premiere of ‘The Ferryman’✉newsCultureTheatre14 h ago

    Ensemble Theatre is staging the Northeast Ohio premiere of Jez Butterworth's play 'The Ferryman'. The production marks the first local staging of the acclaimed drama in the region. Coverage has focused on the theatre company bringing a major contemporary play to Cleveland audiences for the first time.

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    Sick-out by engine room workers snarls Puget Sound ferries●Engine room workers called out sick Monday, causing a near shutdown of ferries serving Washington's Puget Sound region.MmastodonBusinessLabor412 h ago

    Engine room workers at Washington State Ferries called out sick Monday, nearly halting ferry service across Puget Sound and disrupting commutes between Seattle-area communities. Washington State Ferries, the largest ferry system in the United States, has faced staffing shortages and labor tensions in recent years, and the sick-out left travelers across the water scrambling for alternatives.

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    A new milestone has been reached in the delivery of the Highland Council's electric Corran Ferry, the vessel serving the Corran Narrows crossing in the Scottish Highlands. The battery-powered ferry is intended to replace the ageing current vessel on the busy route near Fort William, and progress on its construction and delivery is being closely followed locally.

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    Seattle ferry crew call-outs disrupt service in possible 'silent strike'▼Seattle ferry crew call-outs cause major disruptions in potential "silent strike"✉newsBusinessLabor12 h ago

    Ferry crews in Seattle are calling out of shifts in large numbers, causing major disruptions to Washington State Ferries service. The wave of absences is being described as a potential 'silent strike', though it is not clear whether the call-outs are coordinated or a formal labor action is underway.

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    Ukraine rescues six kittens across Dnipro using a food-delivery drone●Do I think a cat person would use a drone dropping food to her to rescue her kittens? Yes I do. I don't think AI could hMmastodonWarUkraine27 h ago

    Ukrainian rescuers evacuated six kittens from Oleshky, on the Russian-occupied side of the Dnipro River, using a drone that dropped food to lure the cat before ferrying her litter to safety. Commenters are marvelling at the improvisation, with some joking that no artificial intelligence could manage such a delicate rescue amid an active war zone.

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    A boy climbed onto a Ferris wheel hoping for a free ride, but was dragged metres into the air when the attraction suddenly started moving. He was flung around while clinging on before the wheel could be stopped. The incident has sparked fresh discussion about safety around amusement park rides and unsupervised access to attractions.

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    Major increase in vessel traffic through the Salish Sea●New analysis reveals major increase in vessel traffic through the Salish Sea✉newsEnvironmentOceans5 min ago

    A new analysis finds a major increase in vessel traffic through the Salish Sea, the waterway spanning Washington State and British Columbia that includes the San Juan Islands. The finding is drawing attention in local island outlets, where residents track shipping, ferry and whale-watching traffic because of its effects on noise, safety and endangered southern resident killer whales.

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    Engine room workers strike disrupts Washington State Ferries▼Engine room workers strike on WA ferries causes service disruptions Monday✉newsBusinessLabor16 h ago

    Engine room workers at Washington State Ferries walked off the job Monday, forcing service disruptions across routes in the Puget Sound region. The strike has left commuters facing delays and cancellations as the ferry system scrambles to adjust schedules while talks between the union and the ferry operator continue over working conditions.

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    Internet outage at Anacortes Ferry Terminal causes Puget Sound delays▼Internet is out at Anacortes Ferry Terminal, with delays throughout the Sound✉newsTechnologyInternet1 d ago

    Washington State Ferries' Anacortes Ferry Terminal has lost internet connectivity, prompting travel delays across the Puget Sound ferry system. The disruption is affecting sailing schedules throughout the Sound as crews work without the terminal's network connection. Travelers are advised to expect delays and check for updates before heading to the terminal.

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    'The Ferryman' Draws Praise in Ensemble Theatre Production▼‘The Ferryman’ at Ensemble Theatre Is a Theatrical Tour de Force✉newsCultureTheatre18 h ago

    Ensemble Theatre's production of 'The Ferryman' is being hailed as a theatrical tour de force, according to a review from Cleveland Scene. Jez Butterworth's acclaimed play, set during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, is known for its sweeping family drama and demanding ensemble cast. The strong review highlights the production as a standout in the local theatre scene.

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    Sickout devastates Washington state ferry system●Sickout devastates WA ferry system; Ferguson urges workers to return Tuesday✉newsBusinessLabor19 h ago

    A mass sickout by ferry workers has devastated Washington State's ferry system, disrupting service across Puget Sound routes. Attorney General Bob Ferguson urged workers to return to their jobs on Tuesday as the labor action left ferries sidelined and stranded travelers. The dispute's underlying cause remains unstated in available reports.

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    New Zealand's fossil-fuel-free hydrofoil boat eyes US expansion▼Inside New Zealand’s fossil-fuel-free ‘flying’ hydrofoil boat and its big US plans✉newsBusinessStartups21 h ago

    A New Zealand startup is developing a hydrofoil boat that lifts above the water and runs without fossil fuels, cutting emissions and drag while reaching higher speeds. The company is now planning an expansion into the United States, a move drawing attention as interest grows in electrified, low-emission alternatives for ferries, commuters and recreational watercraft.

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    Ocean Destroys Highway 12, Outer Banks Cut Off●OUTER BANKS CUT OFF – Ocean Destroys Highway 12, Emergency Ferry Launched (Latest Updates)▶youtubeEnvironmentOceans425.2K2 d ago

    Highway 12 on North Carolina's Outer Banks has reportedly been destroyed by the ocean, cutting off the barrier island communities that rely on the route as their only road link. An emergency ferry service has been launched to reconnect residents and visitors. The destruction is being attributed to ocean encroachment on the fragile stretch of highway, which has repeatedly been damaged by storms and erosion in the past.

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    Trinidad Chambliss Crashes the 2027 NFL Draft QB1 Race▼2027 NFL Mock Draft: Trinidad Chambliss Crashes the QB1 Race✉newsSportFootball1 d ago

    A new 2027 NFL mock draft from Sports Illustrated puts Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss into the conversation for the top quarterback selection. The projection has the transfer and former Ferris State star crashing a QB1 race that had been dominated by more heralded names, prompting debate among fans over whether his rapid rise can hold up through the college season.

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    Johns Hopkins hosts science writers Siri Carpenter and Ferris Jabr▼Science Writing program hosts talk with Siri Carpenter and Ferris Jabr✉newsScience2 d ago

    The Science Writing program at Johns Hopkins University hosted a talk featuring Siri Carpenter, editor-in-chief of The Open Notebook, and science writer Ferris Jabr, author of 'Becoming Earth'. The event gave students and attendees a chance to hear from two prominent figures in science journalism about the craft of translating research for the public.

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    NASA SpaceX Crew-13 Arrives at ISS▼NASA SpaceX Crew-13 Reaches ISS✉newsScienceSpace2 d ago

    NASA and SpaceX's Crew-13 mission has reached the International Space Station, docking with the orbiting laboratory and delivering its crew of astronauts for their rotation aboard the station. The mission continues the regular cadence of commercial crew flights ferrying astronauts to and from low Earth orbit under NASA's Commercial Crew Program.

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    Cristobal Del Solar drills 24-foot birdie putt at Compliance Solutions●Cristobal Del Solar sinks a 24-foot birdie putt on No. 3 at Compliance Solutions✉newsEnvironmentEnergy2 d ago

    Chilean golfer Cristobal Del Solar sank a 24-foot birdie putt on the third hole at the Compliance Solutions Championship, a PGA Tour event. The long-range conversion was highlighted by the tour, drawing attention to Del Solar's early momentum in the round as he competes on the Korn Ferry-routed course.

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    Färja, Swedish for ferry, is being searched after an incident involving a Stena ferry. According to the posts, four people were taken to hospital following a leak on board a Stena vessel. The reports describe people falling ill, though the exact substance that leaked and its cause are not detailed in the available snippets. Readers appear to be searching for news updates on the ship, the condition of those hospitalised and any disruption to sailings as the situation develops.