Fernando Clavijo, President of the Canary Islands, emphasised the need for collaboration following a Spanish court ruling forcing the MV Hondius to dock near Tenerife. He urged responsible action to ensure smooth operations for passengers before they continue their journey.

Naveed Akram, the prime suspect in the devastating Bondi Beach massacre that resulted in 16 fatalities, is currently detained in Goulburn prison. He awaits trial while reportedly corresponding with a female inmate. Updates on the case will follow as it progresses.

Over 100 passengers have contracted norovirus on the Caribbean Princess. The outbreak, affecting 102 passengers and 13 crew, has prompted increased sanitation measures as the ship heads to Puerto Plata. Authorities have been informed, and extensive cleaning will occur upon arrival in Port Canaveral on May 11.

Fernando Clavijo, President of the Canary Islands, urges collaboration following the Spanish court’s decision allowing MV Hondius to dock near Tenerife. He emphasised the need for responsible action to minimise passenger time on the islands. The focus now shifts to ensuring smooth operations.

Two vials of hantavirus went missing from an Australian lab in 2024, now linked to a recent outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius. Investigations reveal they might have been destroyed during transfer. Follow our live blog for the latest updates on the ongoing situation.

Three people have died from a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius in the Atlantic Ocean. Former Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhüttl, who contracted the virus in 2012, shared his harrowing experience. The ship is now en route to the Canary Islands for further assistance.