'Cruise for life' ship seized in Singapore

A round-the-world cruise that left passengers stranded in Cambodia after its US-based operator ran out of money has been seized in Singapore.

The Odyssey, which was meant to take guests on a years-long voyage around the world, was placed under arrest on Sunday morning, Singapore's court records show. Local authorities say the vessel is currently anchored in Singapore port waters.

Around 200 guests were forced to leave the ship last month in the Cambodian port city of Sihanoukville, after its owner Villa Vie Residences abruptly suspended operations citing "extraordinary increases in fuel costs".

The crew onboard are reported to be well, says Singapore's port authority.