Obviously, the Navy and the FBI are, to some degree, on the scene with their resources, and so the resources of our government are deployed in ensuring the safety and security of the captain and the crew.

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Yet after four hours in port, the ship was boarded and searched by armed security personel, and the captain was detained on suspicion of trafficking in arms or drugs.

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"I'll be speaking with the owner of the Rajasthan Royals and captain Shane Warne and discussing the security arrangements but if they are happy that it's going to be safe then I think I'll be happy with that, " he said.

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Like a city, the ship has a fire and emergency response capability and its own security organization, including security forces, legal services, brig and a process by which the captain enforces good order and discipline.

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The England Women's rugby captain decided the summer months would be best spent dedicating herself to her sport and so, sacrificing the security of a monthly wage, she resigned from her job as an office manager to pursue her ultimate goal of winning the Women's World Cup.

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