Boardwalk
Coverage of Boardwalk in the Nexus archive.
- Trump’s billionaire envoy to Italy is on ‘coastal diplomacy’ tour with his super yacht, but it’s enraging people in Venice. ‘It’s gross’
Protesters in Venice clashed with police over the arrival of billionaire American ambassador Tilman Fertitta's luxury yacht, criticizing it as a symbol of American wealth and influence during a 250th anniversary 'coastal diplomacy' tour. Demonstrators used inflatable toys and slogans like 'Venezia non si USA' to oppose the event, which Fertitta described as celebrating U.S.-Italy relations.
- Venice braces for protests as U.S. ambassador Fertitta arrives on superyacht
U.S. Ambassador to Italy Tilman Fertitta arrived in Venice aboard his superyacht, prompting protests against President Donald Trump's policies and increased security ahead of a major festival. Fertitta is on a tour marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
- Transformer fire in Coney Island spreads to car near boardwalk
A transformer fire near the Coney Island boardwalk spread to a nearby car, causing flames and thick smoke. No injuries were reported.
- Hundreds of young people take over NJ beach town, sparking chaos and curfew ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Hundreds of young people took over a New Jersey beach town ahead of Memorial Day weekend, causing chaos and property damage. Officials report that crowd members were fighting and jumping on parked cars, with the disruption spreading to the boardwalk and surrounding streets. A curfew was implemented in response to the incidents.