Topic: Norwegian Cruise Line

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel received the UN Nansen Prize for her open-door refugee policy. Meanwhile, the Netherlands has begun housing asylum seekers on luxury cruise ships, a move that has drawn criticism from locals facing economic hardship. New York City Mayor Eric Adams has reportedly closed a similar deal to house migrants on a Norwegian cruise ship.

Passengers on the Norwegian Sun cruise ship from Miami to Los Angeles reported a "nightmare" vacation due to ongoing heavy construction during the voyage. Decks were cordoned off, and guests were subjected to the noise of power tools and the smell of chemicals. Norwegian Cruise Line apologized and offered future cruise credits, but many passengers are demanding full refunds for the two-week ordeal.