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Former Gold Glover Michael A. Taylor is Joining the Pittsburgh Pirates
Former Gold Glove winner Michael A. Taylor agrees to a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates, bringing experience and defensive prowess to the outfield.
Passenger aboard cruise liner reveals what happens in a "pirate drill"
A passenger on a world wide cruise shows what happens during a 'pirate drill' while sailing through the Suez Canal.
Witches, Spider-Man and pirates: Google Trends' top Halloween costumes
Google Trends released its list of the most searched costume ideas, which looked much different from last year's results.
Denmark Releases 3 Suspected Pirates, Sends Them Away in Dinghy
The Danish government has decided to release them rather than bring them to Denmark to face preliminary charges of attempted murder.
Russia Military Says It Drove Pirates Away From Ship Off Africa Coast
The Russian Ministry of Defense said it prevented an armed hijacking of the Panama flagged container ship Lucia by sending in aircraft and ships.
Sea Shanties Are Making a Comeback in 2021, Thanks to TikTok
TikTokers are envisioning themselves on a virtual pirate ship, and singing both classic sea shanties and covers of pop songs fit for the ocean.
Ted Cruz Warns Space Force Required to Fight Pirates, Espionage, China
Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz doubled down on his calls for a U.S. Space Force to take on extraterrestrial pirates and existential threats.
Fishermen Missing After Pirates Go on Caribbean Rampage
Four survivors swam to shore and told authorities in Suriname the story of the attack, which the president of Guyana has called a "massacre."
300-Year-Old Pirate Burial Site Discovered in U.S.
A descendent of the pirate has provided a DNA sample to help confirm the bones.
Who is the Somali Kingpin Accused of Aiding Al Shabab?
Mohamed Garfanje, the leader of the Hobyo-Haradhere Piracy Network, is a mastermind of kidnap and ransom.
Cruise Passengers Told to Sit in Dark to Avoid Pirates
Some of the passengers became so worried about pirates, they began reporting every boat they saw to the crew.
Why Is China Setting Up a Military Base in Africa?
China says the military move is one of peacekeeping, not aggression.
Pirates of the Mediterranean
The three elaborately decorated, Venetian-made bronze cannons have been examined using the latest wood and metal-dating technology.
Duterte Could Work With Beijing in South China Sea
Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Japan, and China all claim parts of the South China Sea.
U.S. Will Test Beijing Claims in the South China Sea
Though the U.S. has not run any freedom of navigation patrols since Trump became president, the policy of testing China had not changed, said the Pacific Fleet Commander.
Keira Knightley Returns to Pirates of the Caribbean
The actor has not starred in the franchise since 2007.
Somalia: Pirates Abandon Indian Ship but Abduct Crew
Pirates have launched a string of attacks off Somalia's coast.
How and Why China is Building New Territory
The completion of another island and risk of militarization is a cause for U.S. concern.
Philippines Launches Piracy Patrols With Neighbors
There are 31 hostages currently being held by Abu Sayyaf.
Somali Pirate Hostages 'Ate Rats' To Survive Ordeal
Sailors recount their ordeal after landing in Kenya following successful release negotiations.
Pirates Attack Polish Ship off Nigerian Coast, Kidnap Five
Polish Foreign Minister says that kidnappers have made no demands so far
Has the Business World Lost Its Hustler Instinct?
The new book 'The Misfit Economy' says businesses need to look to hackers for inspiration.
Like Ghost Ships in the Night
Are unmanned vessels the future for the ocean, or just easy booty for pirates?
Pirates Suspected as Authorities Lose Contact With Thai Oil Tanker
A Thai diesel oil tanker with 14 crew members en route from Singapore to Indonesia is believed to have been hijacked
Pirates Raid Oil Tanker Off Malaysia, Take Away Three Crew
The incident in the Malacca Strait has fuelled fears piracy could be on the rise in the area and drive up ship insurance premiums
Last Gasparilla in Tampa
Every year, this Florida city dresses in pirate costumes and gets falling down drunk in its search for identity