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Even at sea, thermometers have registered record temperatures.

From Barron's Aug. 25, 2026

Speaking to the BBC at the Western Jetfoil facility in Dover used to process migrants, he said: "Two of those they prevented at sea, and one they prevented on land."

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

Cole simply poses as the dead man, climbs aboard the ship and . . . welcome to “Die Hard” at sea.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 20, 2026

"This doesn't mean all is perfect," said Admiral Brad Cooper, adding that "service at sea for long periods isn't for everyone".

From BBC Aug. 18, 2026

“You are; you and your teaching. I’ve spent a long time at sea, but I’ve never had less trouble with a crew. So you’ll come? Supercargo—and all your time your own between ports?”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham




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