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Long-Lost World War II Submarine Found Near Greek Island
By Jacob VanGundy
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After disappearing in 1943, a World War II submarine was found near the Greek Island of Donoussa. The fate of HMS Trooper has been a long-standing naval mystery, but the underwater recovery company Planet Blue has finally found the ship. Images of the ship’s wreckage also seem to confirm what caused HMS Trooper’s disappearance.
The World War II submarine went missing in 1943 while on a covert mission in Nazi-occupied Greece.
Planet Blue has a video of their footage of the World War II submarine’s wreckage you can watch below.
The video shows the 81-year-old ship on the seafloor, now dilapidated and covered in sea life. It also shows the extensive damage to the ship, with HMS Trooper having been blasted apart.
The World War II submarine went missing in 1943 while on a covert mission in Nazi-occupied Greece. It was supposed to transport a group of agents to the island of Kalamos before patrolling the Aegean Sea. When the ship failed to return to Beirut after the mission, it was reported as missing, and the crew was presumed dead.
The submarine was found in the Icarian Sea, North of Donoussa. The Icarian Sea is known for its treacherous weather and choppy water, making it particularly difficult to find the wreckage. HMS Trooper was found on the seafloor 830 feet beneath the water’s surface.
The Search For HMS Trooper
Kostas Thoctarides led Planet Blue’s efforts to find the lost World War II submarine, using a combination of historical research and modern technology. First, the researchers used military correspondence and documented sightings to narrow down where the HMS Trooper disappeared. With a general location determined, they used a sonar device and a remotely operated vehicle to find the site.
Planet Blue has been trying to find the missing World War II submarine for some time, with numerous failed expeditions. After 14 failed expeditions further to the East, the team was finally able to locate the wreckage. Those expeditions were thrown off by a 1943 sighting of the ship that has now been confirmed as erroneous, likely misidentifying another British sub as HMS Trooper.
What Happened To The Sub?
The most historically significant detail to come from discovering the World War II submarine is the extensive damage. A large explosion blasted HMS Trooper into three sections, with the bow, midship, and stern being spread across the seafloor. The explosion seems to confirm that HMS Trooper was sunk by a German naval mine, solving the mystery of its disappearance and confirming a long-standing theory among historians.
After all these years, the families of the World War II submarine’s crew have finally been informed of what happened. All 64 crew members aboard HMS Trooper died when the ship was sunk, with the entire crew officially listed as missing and presumed dead until now. Due to its status as a mass military grave, Planet Blue left the site undisturbed after discovering it.
Eight decades after the World War II submarine disappeared, Planet Blue has finally solved the mystery of what happened. The discovery of the wreckage has brought a sense of closure to the story, revealing where the ship sank and the likely cause. Thanks to the efforts of Kostas Thoctarides and his team, the fate of HMS Trooper is no longer a mystery.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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