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Greek Tanker Struck by Missile in Black Sea, Crew Emerges Unharmed

  A Greek‑flagged tanker sailing near the Russian port of Novorossiysk was struck by a missile but remained operational, and all 24 crew members were confirmed safe.   A Greek‑owned and Greek‑flagged tanker sustained material damage after being hit by a missile while sailing approximately 14 nautical miles off the Russian port of Novorossiysk in the Black Sea. According to authorities, the vessel—operated by Maran Gas Maritime—was not carrying cargo at the time of the strike and continued to navigate safely following the incident.  All 24 crew members on board, including ten Greek nationals, thirteen Filipinos, and one Romanian, were reported to be in good health. The impact caused damage to the starboard side of the ship, but no assistance or towing was required. The tanker remained fully operational, and no environmental pollution was reported.  Greek officials have condemned the attack as dangerous and unacceptable, noting that the incident occurred amid height...
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Canada Post Strike Looms: What Canadians Need to Know


Canada Post workers may soon walk off the job as negotiations between the Crown corporation and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) remain deadlocked. With the current collective agreement set to expire on May 22, a strike or lockout could disrupt mail and parcel delivery nationwide.

The key sticking points in negotiations include worker pay, benefits, pensions, and the use of temporary employees for weekend parcel delivery. Canada Post argues that these changes are necessary to remain competitive in the evolving delivery market, while the union insists on protecting full-time jobs and fair working conditions.

The potential strike follows a 32-day work stoppage in late 2024, which led to significant delays in mail and package deliveries, including passport processing and holiday shipments. The federal government intervened at the time, ordering employees back to work and extending the collective agreement to May 22, 2025.

As the deadline approaches, Canadians are advised to prepare for possible disruptions by sending important mail early and considering alternative delivery options. The government may step in again if negotiations fail, but for now, the future of Canada Post’s workforce remains uncertain.

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