#Modern design elements update this reinterpretation of a traditional Norwegian boathouse

#Modern design elements update this reinterpretation of a traditional Norwegian boathouse

“#Modern design elements update this reinterpretation of a traditional Norwegian boathouse” The Badehus, or Bathhouse, is a modern, minimalist reinterpretation of the traditional Norwegian boathouse with 45-degree angled timber planks that give it a dynamic, semi-enclosed look. Reinterpreting traditional boathouses to fit in today’s world boils down to making them functional for modern needs without…

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#Steamships inspired a screenwriter, heroines and Hedy Lamarr

#Steamships inspired a screenwriter, heroines and Hedy Lamarr

“#Steamships inspired a screenwriter, heroines and Hedy Lamarr” In 1908, 21-year-old Violet Jessop began her new job as a steamship stewardess, assisting lady passengers aboard the Orinoco, headed to the West Indies from England.  Women workers were still a novelty at sea, and most shipping companies preferred hiring older widows who wouldn’t inflame the desires…

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#NYC sailor sues ex for allegedly hiding boat

#NYC sailor sues ex for allegedly hiding boat

“#NYC sailor sues ex for allegedly hiding boat” It’s the high “seize.” A New York City sailor says his ex-gal pal left him high and dry — by absconding with their boat, according to new court papers. Michael Fortinberry claims he and then-girlfriend Jessica Gates bought a Beneteau Oceanis 35 boat for $155,500 in December…

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#Disney to reopen updated ‘racist’ Jungle Cruise ride

#Disney to reopen updated ‘racist’ Jungle Cruise ride

“#Disney to reopen updated ‘racist’ Jungle Cruise ride” This Disneyland theme ride has been renovated to remove racism and is ready to reopen.  A few controversial aspects of the Jungle Cruise attraction at Disney’s Anaheim, California, park have been taken out, and the ride is set to reopen Friday, the Independent reported.  A company spokesman…

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#Rescue boat with migrants on board asks EU to find a port

#Rescue boat with migrants on board asks EU to find a port

“#Rescue boat with migrants on board asks EU to find a port” ROME, July 6 – A charity group asked the European Union on Tuesday to find a port where it can dock to disembark hundreds of migrants it has rescued in the central Mediterranean over recent days. Some 572 people, including 183 minors, are currently onboard the Ocean Viking vessel, the SOS Mediterranee organization said…

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