Pacific castaways’ ‘HELP’ sign sparks US rescue mission – and an unexpected family reunion
A US Navy and Coast Guard operation on Tuesday rescued three mariners stranded on a tiny Pacific Ocean islet for more than a week after the trio spelled out “HELP” using palm fronds laid on a white-sand beach.
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