New patriotic artwork revealed at the World Trade Center headquarters of Port Authority police
On Tuesday, the Port Authority Police Department received a meaningful gift: a painting from a well-known artist recognized for embodying patriotism within law enforcement. This donation comes as part of a larger effort that raised significant funds for charities aiding federal employees and their families. The artwork, titled “American Flag/American Eagle,” was funded by philanthropist […]
Drone attacks Gaza flotilla led by Greta Thunberg in Tunisian port, organizers report
Drone Attack Targets Greta Thunberg’s Activist Fleet Organizers have reported that a drone targeted and struck the leading boat of an aid fleet led by activist Greta Thunberg. This incident occurred on “family boats” registered under the Portuguese flag while they were in Tunisian waters. A statement was shared on Monday detailing the event. The […]
Complaints allege that the Port Authority favored contracts for minority-owned businesses while allowing vendors to overbid: ‘Unlawful and un-American’
Port Authority Accused of Illegal Contract Practices WASHINGTON – A civil rights complaint filed on Monday by conservative legal groups alleges that the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey improperly secured a significant portion of its contracts with minority businesses. The complaint claims that the authority may have received bids from preferred vendors […]
The biggest ship in the world, Star of the Seas, makes its inaugural journey from Port Canaveral in Florida.
Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Sea Makes Its Debut The world’s largest cruise ship, the Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Sea, launched from Port Canaveral, Florida, on Sunday. This massive vessel features eight neighborhoods, 20 decks, and seven pools, with a capacity to host 5,000 passengers. Jason Liberty, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, […]
Russia strikes Ukrainian port in overnight assault following Trump’s warning of sanctions
In response to President Trump’s recent threats of sanctions, Russia launched an overnight assault on Ukraine, deploying over 300 drones and targeting Odesa, a crucial port city. The attacks affected around 10 regions late Friday, with Russian forces firing 344 drones—approximately 200 of which were Shahed drones—alongside 45 missiles. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, […]
Los Angeles port experiences unprecedented container traffic as tariff deadlines approach
Importers are hurrying to bring goods into the US as the deadline for new tariffs approaches. The Port of Los Angeles marked its busiest June ever, handling 892,340 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), which is an 8% increase compared to the same month last year. Port authorities ramped up their orders ahead of the mid-August deadline […]
Companies supported by China are in discussions to participate in the halted $19 billion port deal in Panama, according to a report.
Several companies in China, including the largest shipping firm, are negotiating participation in a stagnant $19 billion project involving 43 ports worldwide, with two of those located near the Panama Canal. Cosco Shipping Corp. has been in talks about a partnership with Italian billionaire Gianluigi Aponte’s Terminal Investment Ltd. and a global group led by […]
Israeli navy carries out uncommon attack on Houthis at Yemen port
The Israeli Navy conducted an unprecedented strike against the Houthi network in Yemen on Tuesday. This precision strike originated from Sa’ar 6 naval vessels targeting Hudaydah Port, aiming to stop its military use. While there were no immediate reports of casualties, officials characterized this strike as a “unique long-distance attack” executed from hundreds of kilometers […]
Los Angeles port experiencing significant decrease in cargo ships
Port officials have observed a significant drop in transport activities at the Port of Los Angeles, which is now averaging about five ships daily—a nearly 50% decrease in job orders compared to normal operations. Typically, in June, the Port of Los Angeles is quite busy, with around 12 ships daily unloading containers from Asia, facilitating […]
Rowing team from LI Port, toughened by the challenging waters of Hempstead Harbor, prepares for nationals
Heartbreak and Hope in Rowing Two years ago, the Varsity 8 rowing team faced a tough blow. “We missed the national qualifiers by just 0.158 seconds,” recalled four-seat rower Tilden Vaezi. Vaezi, along with his seven teammates, has taken that narrow miss very personally, especially in light of their seniors in 2023. They’ve stepped up […]