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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.

DOWNSIZED PARADE
Russia holds a scaled-back Victory Day parade this morning, marking a major shift amid ongoing military tensions.
The event follows a temporary ceasefire agreement.

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.

Donald Trump has ordered the release of hundreds of classified UFO files, including witness testimonies and state documents. This initial tranche features 169 items, such as NASA transcripts and a drone pilot’s account from September 2023. More disclosures are forthcoming.

Gavi, backed by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, warns of an outbreak linked to the MV Hondius, with five confirmed cases of hantavirus. As health officials trace contacts, the number of cases may rise. Stay updated on the developing situation.

The Global Compact on migration is yielding progress; however, increased dangers arise as smugglers adapt to intensified patrols. Following a new UK-France deal aimed at reducing small boat crossings, reports indicate that launch sites are shifting further south, exacerbating risks for migrants.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Rome amid rising tensions over the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran. Italy’s refusal to support the conflict has strained relations, prompting discussions on broader issues, including US tariffs and military deployments.

Real Madrid fined Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni €500,000 each following a training ground altercation that required Valverde to seek hospital treatment for a facial injury. The club clarified that no sporting sanctions were imposed, concluding internal procedures against the players involved.