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Cruise ship season arrives in Astoria

Published 5:09 pm Thursday, April 3, 2025 By BY MIKE FRANCIS For The Astorian Volunteers who greet cruise ship passengers on Astoria’s waterfront are accustomed to answering most questions posed by the arrivals. “What island is that?,” they often ask, …

CEO accused of choking and threatening man on cruise ship over barefoot dancing incident

The CEO of a California-based financial services company faces a federal assault charge for allegedly choking a man while on a Virgin Voyages cruise ship. The incident happened early Monday morning in international waters on the Resilient Lady cruise ship, …

Alaska military exercises disaster response during Vigilant Guard

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA, ALASKA, UNITED STATES 04.03.2025 Service members of the Alaska Organized Militia, Alaskan Command, and Coast Guard District 17 in partnership with Alaska Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management …

3 Alaskans explain why they want cruise ship limits — even though their businesses depend on tourism

To visitors scurrying around Juneau, Alaska, Caribou Crossings may look like any other seasonal tourist town gift shop. To its owner, Laura McDonnell, the 28-year-old storefront means so much more. McDonnell has worked at Caribou Crossings for 25 years, …

Quality over quantity:

While the total number of cruise ship visits to Petersburg will decline this summer, local tourism experts say the quality of port calls should actually increase. "I think after looking at the schedule, the numbers of port calls are down, however, the …

Why Your Fitness Tracker Gets Wonky on a Cruise Ship Run

As the cruise industry grows, it’s clear that there isn’t just one type of traveler who enjoys a vacation at sea.  While some would rather lounge in a deck chair on lido deck for 8 hours a day, others prefer to enjoy a more active sailing.  But fitness …

Mortgage Company CEO Choked Fellow Cruise Passenger After Heated Confrontation With Wife: Feds

LOADINGERROR LOADING The CEO of a southern California-based home mortgage lending company was arrested on Tuesday and accused of attacking a fellow cruise passenger who insulted his wife because she asked him to stop dancing barefoot. An outside view of …

Benefits of small cruises for travellers who avoid large cruise ships

Three hours passed, and the epic spectacle maintained its grip over our breathless band of riveted viewers, with even the crew taking it in turns to marvel at this up-close nature fest. Happily, it was all made possible by our unique travel, a cruise ship …

Brilliant Lady Is Set to Razzle Dazzle with New Dining Experience

Virgin Voyages doesn’t shy away from the razzle-dazzle, and its new Brilliant Lady, debuting in September 2025, will be no exception. The cruise line just announced a new restaurant concept that will be introduced when it brings its fourth and final 110, …

Port of Seattle expects record 298 cruise ship calls this season

Virgin Voyages Adding New Restaurant to New Ship, Brilliant Lady

Adults-only cruise line, Virgin Voyages, is adding a new restaurant concept to their newest cruise ship that will debut in September 2025, Brilliant Lady. Rojo by Razzle Dazzle will be in the place of Razzle Dazzle on Brilliant Lady and it will be a …

CEO accused of choking man on adults-only cruise for making his wife feel ‘threatened and intimidated’

The CEO of a California-based home mortgage lending company was detained by police after he attacked a fellow traveller on an adults-only cruise ship. First American Financial Corporation CEO Kenneth DeGiorgio choked the man after he allegedly made a crude …

Ava Phillippe’s ‘Doctor Odyssey’ Role: Who Is She Playing?

Image Credit: Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Im Ava Phillippe is following in the footsteps of her parents, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe. The 25-year-old is making a cameo on Doctor Odyssey, joining other well-known names such as Paris …

CalFresh Recertification April 2025: What is the deadline to renew your food stamps?

Actualizado 03/04/2025 - 12:36 CDT If you live in California and are a CalFresh recipient, it is important to be aware of the recertification dates in order to continue receiving benefits. CalFresh is California's food stamp program, which …

Hook and Cleaver modernizes ‘surf n’ turf’ at Mukilteo Waterfront

MUKILTEO—At Hook and Cleaver, located on the Mukilteo Waterfront, guests can expect a high-class dining experience, great hospitality, and impeccable views.   A Hook and Cleaver steak. Photo credit: Hook and Cleaver Hook and Cleaver is owned and operated …

Discovery Princess Breaks Free From Pier Amid Strong Wind Gusts

The tranquility of an afternoon in port was shattered for one unsuspecting cruise ship when sudden and strong wind gusts snapped stern lines, causing the ship to pivot dangerously close to the pier and drop its gangway. While docked along San Francisco’s …

American senior citizen tourist arrested in Japan for bringing gun into country in his luggage

At his age, he really ought to have known better. There are a number of things you’ll want to make sure to bring with you when travelling to Japan. Obviously you’ll need your passport. A small, collapsible umbrella will probably come in handy, since it can …

Kesha, the Barefoot Baddie From Tennessee

Kesha calls in fresh off a reinvigorating retreat to Big Sur, California, where she spent a weekend off-the-grid, “dancing and trying to move trauma through my body” — at last in a place of self-actualized autonomy and healing. This spiritual release …

Charges dropped against American arrested for bringing gun into Japan

Prosecutors on Thursday dropped charges against an American man arrested in March for alleged possession of a firearm after bringing a handgun and ammunition in his luggage into Japan and passing through airport customs undetected. Prosecutors did not …

FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA RELEASES MYSTERY-THRILLER “WHEN THE RINGLIGHTS DIM”

Stylish Mystery-Thriller Debuts on North American VOD Platforms and DVD Starting April 4, 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freestyle Digital Media, the digital movie distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen …

Esports Legend Billy Mitchell Prevails In Defamation Lawsuit Against Youtuber Karl Jobst In Australian Court

The District Court of Queensland awards Billy Mitchell nearly $400,000 AUD after defamation suit against YouTuber Karl Jobst, who made harmful public statements BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The District …

The N’Kenge Foundation Launches 'Are You the Next Showstopper?'

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New National Talent Competition for Singers, Actors & Dancers Ages 12–30 Awards Winners with an All-Expenses-Paid Trip to the Ultimate Paris Summer Arts Program The 15-day …

JAMNOLA’s new permanent immersive experience to debut on Frenchmen Street in April 2025

29 new art installations by over 100 local artists and collaborators celebrate New Orleans' cultural heritage and envision an inspiring future. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JAMNOLA, New Orleans' …

New Day Foundation Opens Early Bird Pricing for Golf, 5K Run/Walk and Celebrity Lip Sync Battle

Supporters will enjoy discounts on a golf tournament, 5K run/walk and Celebrity Lip Sync Battle - all to benefit Michigan families facing cancer. ROCHESTER HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Day Foundation for …

BeGods Joins The Binary Holdings Ecosystem, Becoming The First Web3 Game To Be Distributed To 169 million telco users.

BeGods becomes the first Web3 game to leverage The Binary Holdings Web3 distribution infrastructure, unlocking direct access to over 169 million telecom users. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BeGods has become …

PRIME HOSPITALITY GROUP THRIVES IN ATLANTA: A BLACK-OWNED FINE DINING POWERHOUSE CONTINUES TO EXPAND

Javarius Gay is Elevating Prime Hospitality Group to New Heights ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PRIME Hospitality Group, a Black-owned and operated fine dining and social experience leader, celebrates continued …

Beginner Tarot Reading Class Launches in Santa Ana on April 19 – In Person & Online Options Available

Beginner-friendly tarot class starts April 19 in Santa Ana and online. Learn card meanings, spreads, intuition & earn a certificate in 4 weeks. SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new tarot reading class …

CourTex Construction Expands from Commercial to Residential Court Construction in Houston and Across Texas

CourTex Construction expands residential services, now building custom backyard courts and offering resurfacing for homeowners across the Houston area. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CourTex Construction, a …

Tracy Grzybowski Joins Commercial Recreation Specialists as Director of Marketing

VERONA, WI, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS), a leading provider of innovative recreation solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of Tracy Grzybowski as Director of Marketing. With …

Duck Fest Derby Takes Flight: A Quacktastic Celebration for a Cause

A Benefit for Kids In Distress and Family Central FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The vibrant city of Fort Lauderdale is gearing up for the much-anticipated 19th Annual Duck Fest Derby, set to splash down …

National Animation Museum Collaborates with Robinett Economics and ProFun for Economic and Community Impact Study

Impact study will help to provide a roadmap to maximize the museum’s positive impact in Southern California. BURBANK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Animation Museum (NAM) is proud to announce its …

Playwire Announces Strategic Partnership with Sidekick to Expand Reach to Hard-to-Find Gaming Audiences

BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Playwire, a global leader in digital advertising solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Sidekick, part of efuse, an innovative in-stream technology provider …

Gordy’s HWY 30 Music Fest Readies for June Return to Idaho with All-Star Headliners Including Morgan Wade & Luke Grimes

The Highly Anticipated Four-Day Event Takes to the Twin Falls Fairgrounds June 18-21 FILER, ID, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Summer is just around the corner and one of the most beloved music festivals of the season is …

Segpay Launches Innovative News Network

Online Payment Processing Pioneer Plans a Robust Calendar of Content Specifically for Merchants in High-Risk Categories FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to an ever-changing regulatory and media …

Akia Announces Mini Apps 3

Hotels and vacation rentals can provide advanced functionality for their guests without the need for app downloads or developers SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Akia, the leading AI powered guest journey …

TrackTune Expands to Radio-Controlled Racing: The Stand R/C Speedway First RC Track to Adopt Innovative Audio Technology

Pioneering audio streaming solution now enhancing communication at radio-controlled racing events SNOHOMISH, WA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TrackTune Expands to Radio-Controlled Racing: The Stand R/C …

Blacknut Enriches Smart TV Gaming experience with launch of Blacknut Companion app

Blacknut Unveils a Mobile Companion app, a virtual gamepad controller encouraging video game discovery & reinforcing leadership in Cloud Gaming Innovation PARIS, FRANCE, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blacknut, the leading cloud gaming service …

Data Shows 45% of Chargebacks Are Fraudulent — avoided.io Launches Near Real-Time Alerts to Stop Them Before They Happen

avoided.io helps high-risk merchants stop 85% of fraudulent chargebacks with real-time alerts, automation, and smarter dispute prevention tools. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global commerce becomes increasingly digital, …

Celebrate Culture, Community, and Tradition at the 2025 West Side Cinco de Mayo Festival

Join us for a vibrant weekend filled with authentic food, live music, family fun, and unforgettable memories! SAINT PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated 2025 West Side Cinco de Mayo Festival is set …