Those days of optimism appear to be dwindling after Boston's latest setback.
The cruise line also wants passengers to keep in mind that its security team also conducts screenings for illegal substances as passengers return to the ship in ports of call.“Do not attempt to purchase or use any illegal substances ashore, as you may be arrested and not allowed back on board,” the letter points out.
Since smoking of any kind is a major fire hazard on a cruise ship, Carnival is also reinforcing its smoking rules this summer and reminding passengers of the hefty fines that come with breaking them.“Smoking of any kind in undesignated areas such as staterooms and balconies is strictly prohibited. Smoking violations and any willful or negligent act of discharging or releasing any unauthorized items overboard will result in a $500 charge, per violation,” the cruise line’s letter explains.But that fine isn’t the only fee smokers can face for not following the rules.
“Additionally, reimbursement cost for damaged or destroyed Carnival property will be posted on the guest’s Sail & Sign account,” the cruise line adds.Passengers who don’t follow this and other Carnival “Have Fun. Be Safe” guidelines risk being fined and could be banned from ever sailing on a Carnival cruise ship again.
“Any guest who violates these policies or whose conduct affects the comfort, enjoyment, safet,y or well-being of other guests and crew will be fined, disembarked at their own expense, and banned from sailing on Carnival in the future,” the cruise line's letter adds.
Charlie was living on the streets of Thailand, so dangerously obese that he could no longer move. When Lara, founder of Koh Koh Pups rescue, found him in November 2024, lying motionless in the middle of the road, she knew she couldn’t walk away.. “But it’s worth putting some perspective on this—an experienced 60-year-old employee with early stage dementia will have grown up through the digital, internet and social media revolutions.”
Despite their skills and experience, people with dementia often face pressure to leave their jobs. Many feel they must hide their condition. Others leave because workplaces lack the tools or understanding to support them. But Fletcher and his colleague Dr. Olivia Brown believe this doesn’t have to be the case.Fletcher and Brown’s recent study offers a new way forward. They argue that dementia isn’t always disabling. What matters most is how the workplace responds. When
are poorly designed, cognitive impairments become harder to manage. When they’re supportive, people can continue to thrive.Small changes can make a big difference. Adjusting font sizes, using clear colors, improving lighting, and offering calendars or reminders all help. Voice controls and smart assistants can handle tasks like scheduling or note-taking. Even something as simple as a swipe card can be easier to manage than a numeric key code.