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The actors' union SAG-AFTRA extends contract talks to July 12th, narrowly avoiding a strike that would join the ongoing writers' walkout. High-profile actors like Meryl Streep and Jennifer Lawrence press for a "transformative deal" in the age of streaming. Finally, Royal Caribbean's "Icon of the Seas," the world's largest cruise ship powered by liquefied natural gas, begins sea tests ahead of its 2024 debut.
Global Meetup Schedule and Malta Announcement
A last-minute meetup was announced for Malta at the Mosta Dome, highlighting the show's global reach. Other upcoming gatherings are scheduled for Las Vegas and San Diego, though a planned "Meetup at Sea" on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship is likely to be canceled due to industry-wide shutdowns. Listeners were encouraged to visit the show's meetup website to find or start local gatherings with "sane people."
A class-action lawsuit against Resort Marketing Group has resulted in a settlement that could pay consumers up to $900 for unwanted robocalls received between 2009 and 2014. The calls offered "free cruises" on lines like Carnival and Royal Caribbean, which denied authorizing the telemarketing. Listeners are encouraged to check the settlement website before the November 3rd deadline to see if their phone numbers are eligible for a payout.
A producer from "Cranky Geeks" provides a first-hand account of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship docking at Labadee, Haiti, shortly after the earthquake. Contrary to some media reports, the ship delivered supplies and raised $250,000 for relief while maintaining distance from the disaster zone.
Fox News Analysis, Haiti Private Industry and Military Lockdown
A Fox News segment suggests that private industry and infrastructure investment are more vital to Haiti than traditional aid. The hosts argue that the massive US military presence is less about humanitarian relief and more about a strategic lockdown to prevent influence from Cuba or Venezuela.
Royal Caribbean, Independence of the Seas Haiti Barbecue
The Royal Caribbean cruise ship Independence of the Seas continued its scheduled stop at a private fenced-in beach in Labadee, Haiti, shortly after the earthquake. Passengers participated in water sports and barbecues while armed guards patrolled the perimeter. The cruise line defended the stop as a humanitarian call because the ship delivered 40 pallets of supplies.
