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Pope to visit France in September with a stop at UNESCO

Pope to visit France in September with a stop at UNESCO

Pope Leo XIV is adding a trip to France to his busy 2026 travel schedule
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French Authorities Allow Asymptomatic Passengers Off Cruise Ship Amid Norovirus Outbreak

French Authorities Allow Asymptomatic Passengers Off Cruise Ship Amid Norovirus Outbreak

French authorities have permitted passengers unaffected by a norovirus outbreak to disembark from the British cruise ship Ambition in Bordeaux. Initially, over 1,700 passengers and crew were ordered to remain on board due to the gastrointestinal illness. The outbreak was confirmed to be caused by norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug. The Ambition, operated by Ambassador Cruise Line, was on a 14-night cruise with stops in northern Spain and France's Atlantic coast when the outbreak occurred. The ship reached Bordeaux on Tuesday evening, and it remains unclear when it will resume its journey. Local authorities have reported no serious cases, and affected passengers are being treated by the ship's medical team.
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World shares are lower after South Korea's Kospi hits records, as Trump wraps up Beijing trip

World shares are lower after South Korea's Kospi hits records, as Trump wraps up Beijing trip

World shares have retreated and South Korea's Kospi has given up gains after reaching an all-time high and crossing the 8,000 mark for the first time
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As Trump targets offshore wind, a look at the global industry by the numbers

As Trump targets offshore wind, a look at the global industry by the numbers

President Donald Trump is stopping offshore wind projects in the United States, just as the industry was poised to grow significantly
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Trump has hindered offshore wind while China and other countries invest heavily

Trump has hindered offshore wind while China and other countries invest heavily

President Donald Trump is stopping offshore wind projects in the United States, just as the industry was poised to grow significantly
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Analysis-Hantavirus outbreak tests post-COVID health communications playbook

Analysis-Hantavirus outbreak tests post-COVID health communications playbook

By Jennifer Rigby LONDON, May 15 (Reuters) - A rodent-borne virus with a scary name. A mid-ocean cruise ship in quarantine. Several people dead and more falling sick.
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French Authorities Confine British Cruise Ship in Bordeaux After Gastroenteritis Outbreak

French Authorities Confine British Cruise Ship in Bordeaux After Gastroenteritis Outbreak

Over 1,700 passengers and crew aboard the British cruise ship Ambition have been confined in Bordeaux, France, following an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness. French authorities have taken this measure to prevent further spread of the illness, which has affected up to 50 passengers. The outbreak occurred during a 14-night cruise that included stops in northern Spain and along France's Atlantic coast. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recorded similar outbreaks on cruise ships, often caused by norovirus. The regional health agency in France has recommended the suspension of disembarkation and limited the ship's interactions with the port. A medical team has been dispatched to the ship, and samples are being analyzed at a local hospital.
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Cruise Industry Faces Virus Challenges Amid Record Passenger Numbers

Cruise Industry Faces Virus Challenges Amid Record Passenger Numbers

Cruise Industry Faces Virus Challenges Amid Record Passenger Numbers
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France allows asymptomatic passengers off new cruise ship struck by stomach bug outbreak

France allows asymptomatic passengers off new cruise ship struck by stomach bug outbreak

Passengers unaffected by an illness outbreak on a British cruise ship have been allowed off the ship in Bordeaux
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CDC Reports Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship with Fatalities

CDC Reports Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship with Fatalities

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported an outbreak of the Andes strain of hantavirus linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. This outbreak has resulted in five confirmed cases and three deaths. The virus, which is known for its potential for person-to-person transmission, was likely introduced through a zoonotic spillover event, possibly involving rodent exposure during bird-watching activities. The ship's journey included stops from Ushuaia, Argentina, to the Canary Islands. Despite the severity of the outbreak, the CDC has stated that the risk of the virus spreading broadly to the United States is extremely unlikely.
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Analysis-Carry on trading: rate-based G10 currency bets make a comeback

Analysis-Carry on trading: rate-based G10 currency bets make a comeback

By Alun John and Dhara Ranasinghe LONDON, May 15 (Reuters) - The carry trade, where investors buy high-yielding major currencies and sell low-yielding ones, is having its best run in years, even with major risk-driven moves in global markets.
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Cruise Ship Quarantined in France Amid Norovirus Outbreak

Cruise Ship Quarantined in France Amid Norovirus Outbreak

A cruise ship operated by Ambassador Cruise Line has been quarantined in Bordeaux, France, after an outbreak of norovirus affected over 50 passengers and crew. The ship, carrying 1,223 passengers and 514 crew, was confined for more than 24 hours following reports of gastrointestinal illness symptoms. A 92-year-old British passenger died of a suspected heart attack, though no link has been established with the outbreak. French health authorities confirmed the presence of norovirus, a highly contagious virus causing vomiting and diarrhea. Asymptomatic passengers have been allowed to disembark, while those infected remain on board for treatment. The ship was authorized to continue its voyage, with enhanced hygiene protocols in place.