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Tag: English Channel
At Least 4 Dead as Migrant Boat Capsizes in English Channel
Fifteen people were rescued but the death toll could grow. The crossings have become increasingly common in recent years.
British Commandos Storm Tanker, Ending Standoff in English Channel
The captain of the ship had reported that a group of stowaways on board was threatening the crew. Ten hours later, special forces brought the standoff to a close.
With Brexit Clock Ticking, Boris Johnson Vows, Again, to Walk Away
The prime minister blew up over what he called Europe’s insistence that Britain make all the compromises. But Europe says it still wants to talk.
The Plastic-Hunting Pirates of the Cornish Coast
The Clean Ocean Sailing initiative removes plastic waste from areas of England’s coastline that are inaccessible by foot.
Pilot in Emiliano Sala Crash Lacked Commercial License
A report from Britain’s air accident investigation body said both the pilot in the fatal crash, David Ibbotson, and the small plane were cleared only for private flights.
Emiliano Sala Suffered Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Fatal Plane Crash
Tests show he was exposed to “potentially fatal” levels of carbon monoxide before the crash. The pilot, whose body has not been found, may have suffered the same.
Franky Zapata Crosses English Channel on Hoverboard on 2nd Try
The French inventor’s jet-powered machine crossed from France to Britain in about 22 minutes. He had fallen into the sea on his previous attempt 10 days ago.
Franky Zapata’s ‘Flyboard’ English Channel Flight Failed. He Vowed to Try Again.
The hoverboard creator fell into the water midway through the crossing when he tried to land on a platform to refuel.
U.K. Police Investigate Photo Said to Be of Soccer Striker Emiliano Sala’s Body
A picture said to be of the Argentine player, who died in a plane crash in January in the English Channel, was shared on social media.