BREAKING NEWS

Dutch sailor girl set to leave on solo world trip

By ASSOCIATED PRESS

AUGUST 21, 2010 01:09

PORTIMAO, Portugal – A 14-year-old Dutch girl will set off Saturday on a controversial attempt to become the youngest person to sail solo around the world, her representatives said.

Laura Dekker's ambition of completing the yearlong trip has fueled a global debate over the wisdom of allowing young sailors to take on the tremendous risks of sailing the high seas alone.

The girl who grew up on a sailboat faces a host of challenges - including favorable winds to send her across the Atlantic Ocean from her jumping off point in a marina in the resort city at the southwestern tip of Portugal.

White House says it has 'no comment' on Israel's attack in Iran

By REUTERS

04/19/2024 09:20 PM

Gaza war forces cancelation of Tunisia's annual Jewish pilgrimage

By REUTERS

04/19/2024 08:27 PM

Israeli drones caused no damage or casualties in Isfahan- Iran FM

By REUTERS

04/19/2024 07:13 PM

Drone explodes in Metula, without sirens sounding - report

By MAARIV ONLINE

04/19/2024 07:12 PM