Stranded cruise ship allowed to dock in Mauritius after cholera scare
Mauritius authorities blocked the ship from docking for a day because 15 people on board had vomiting and diarrhea.
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Mauritius authorities blocked the ship from docking for a day because 15 people on board had vomiting and diarrhea.
It was anchors away and bon voyage for those who booked passage for Saturday's maiden voyage on the 250,000-ton engineering marvel, the Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship. Cristian Benavides reports.
With its inaugural Caribbean journey just nine days away, Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas dwarfs even historical giants like the Titanic. Spanning an impressive 1,200 feet, this colossal vessel is ready to host nearly 10,000 passengers. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave got an exclusive look inside.
The world's largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, is days away from its maiden voyage. Kris Van Cleave got an exclusive look at what is in store for the first group of passengers.
Equipped with a mahjong lounge and hotpot restaurant, the luxury Adora Magic City is aimed squarely at China's travel-hungry middle class.
Meanwhile, a woman in Belgium was fatally injured by a falling Christmas tree, while another tree killed a woman in the Netherlands.
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a 30-year-old crewmember of the MSC Seascape cruise ship who is believed to have gone overboard while the ship was north of Puerto Rico.
A Carnival spokesperson said that security video showed the missing man jumping from the fourth deck of the ship in the early morning hours Monday.
About 900 COVID-19 cases were linked to the 2020 cruise, which docked in Australia after an outbreak onboard.
An explosion and a fire broke out in the engine room of a cruise ship visiting Maine on Wednesday. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Lee made landfall in Canada while also bringing tropical-storm conditions and coastal flooding to parts of New England.
The ship had been stuck at the world's largest national park since Tuesday.
The closest vessel available to help won't reach the luxury expedition cruise ship until Friday morning, officials said.
Kevin McGrath, 26, was last seen in his cabin early Monday morning.
The passenger went overboard while the cruise ship was on the way to Singapore.
More than a dozen outbreaks of the gastrointestinal illness have been reported on cruises so far in 2023 — more than any other full calendar year in the last decade.
Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas is preparing for its maiden voyage after recently completing its first round of sea trials.
This marks the latest in a string of issues the Ruby Princess has dealt with over the past few years, including multiple COVID-19 outbreaks.
The ferry crew successfully retrieved one person who was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
The summer travel season is officially underway with millions expected to sail away on cruise ships. But over a thousand passengers have had their vacations run aground because of gastrointestinal outbreaks onboard. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green has more.
The man fell off a Carnival Magic cruise ship about 186 miles east of Jacksonville, Florida, the Coast Guard tweeted.
Seafaring crowds are welcome sight for cruise lines, many of which were forced to furlough workers in recent years.
Occupancy levels on cruise ships have risen sharply this year, and in some cases, companies have canceled passengers' trips due to overbooking, The Wall Street Journal's Jacob Passy reports. Passy joins CBS News to discuss.
Passengers on the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship described 40-foot waves and broken glass during an hours-long storm off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina.
His own footage showed him setting it up, leading to his arrest, the FBI said.
The Iran war could escalate further as President Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
In remarks ahead of a meeting with the Kennedy Center board of trustees, Mr. Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran.
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
The Cuban government is planning to allow Cuban nationals who live abroad to invest in the island, a government official told NBC News, as the country faces economic collapse and pressure from the Trump administration.
Travelers continue to face long lines at airports across the U.S. due to the partial government shutdown affecting TSA agents.
Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino was pulled away from a high-profile role leading immigration raids in major U.S. cities, including Minneapolis, earlier this year.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
The U.S. men's national soccer team is expected to debut the new uniforms later this month in Atlanta, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting in June.
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned order it will hear arguments in late April on efforts to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of immigrants from Syria and Haiti.
Costco is recalling a meatloaf and potato meal kit because one of its ingredients may be contaminated with salmonella.
Hyundai's announcement came after a child died in an incident involving a Palisade vehicle, which the car maker said is still under investigation.
Small adjustments, like maintaining a steady speed while driving, can help maximize fuel efficiency, experts say.
Gas prices have jumped almost 79 cents per gallon from a month ago, raising fresh inflation concerns.
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
The Cuban government is planning to allow Cuban nationals who live abroad to invest in the island, a government official told NBC News, as the country faces economic collapse and pressure from the Trump administration.
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned order it will hear arguments in late April on efforts to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of immigrants from Syria and Haiti.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
The Cuban government is planning to allow Cuban nationals who live abroad to invest in the island, a government official told NBC News, as the country faces economic collapse and pressure from the Trump administration.
The latest blackout in Cuba comes over a week after another massive outage affected the island's west, leaving millions without power.
Coast guard rescuers pulled all 21 people out of the water, but a 17-year-old student and the captain of one of the boats were later pronounced dead.
In remarks ahead of a meeting with the Kennedy Center board of trustees, Mr. Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
Oscar winners Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan and other celebrities appeared on the red carpet for the Vanity Fair party after the awards show. See some of the red carpet looks.
The 2026 Academy Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday. Entertainment Tonight host Kevin Frazier breaks down the winners and the biggest upsets.
CBS News contributor Lauren Sherman breaks down some of the best looks from the 2026 Oscars, where looks from Chanel and Dior dominated the red carpet.
Grammy award-winner Lizzo exclusively announced on "CBS Mornings" her latest project, a children's book called "Little Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flute." She spoke with Gayle King about her inspiration for the book and message for young readers.
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
Closing arguments are expected to begin on Monday in Kouri Richins' murder trial. She's accused of giving her husband a deadly dose of fentanyl four years ago before she later published a children's book about grief. The case included 13 days of testimony, but the defense did not call any witnesses. If convicted, Richins could face life in prison.
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said.
The operation marks the latest joint show of force against drug cartels in the South American country.
Jocelyn Peters, a beloved third grade teacher in St. Louis, Missouri, was shot to death in her sleep. The crime scene held an unusual clue – something one detective says he had never seen before.
Suspect Christian Barrios, 32, shot two people multiple times Friday night, St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick said.
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
The war in Iran has caused oil and gas prices to spike, but it's not just affecting cars on the road. A recent Deutsche Bank analysis shows that rising oil prices are also leading airlines to hike ticket prices. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has the details.
The bracket for the NCAA men's college basketball tournament is set, and we are just days away from the start of March Madness. Rocco Miller, college basketball analyst and bracketologist, joins to discuss.
Two sources tell CBS News that Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino will retire from federal service at the end of March. Bovino was deployed to several cities to oversee the Trump administration's sweeping illegal immigration crackdown and faced significant controversy during his tenure. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains.
A major storm brought dangerous blizzard conditions across the Great Lakes and the Midwest states over the weekend. These videos show the conditions on the ground.
Travelers are facing long lines and delays at airports across the U.S. as a partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security drags on. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more on the state of negotiations.