Recognizing Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent, with other countries attempting to claim important waterways, analysts say.
The changing climate is driving whales into San Francisco Bay, where ship strikes have been deadly. A new camera system could help ships and ferries steer clear.
The U.S. military said its forces had fired upon and disabled two more Iranian tankers that were trying to breach an American blockade of Iran's ports, in the latest blows to a shaky ceasefire.
The U.S. military said it battled Iranian forces and sank six small boats as it moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while the United Arab Emirates said Iran fired missiles and drones its way.
UPS and FedEx's fleets of MD-11 planes are grounded, which can each carry thousands of packages. Logistics experts say some cargo could shift to passenger planes, trains and trucks.
Some 25,000 dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports may strike as early as October 1 if their union doesn't reach a contract deal with shipping companies and port operators.
The Dali was headed for Norfolk, Va., to have roughly 1,500 cargo containers off-loaded to reduce draft then undergo continued salvage and repairs from damage caused during the bridge collapse.
The likely first step will likely be securing the massive container ship that brought the bridge down on Tuesday. Then, clearing debris from the shipping channel.
The Port of Baltimore handles high volumes of auto imports, so while it's at a standstill, some cars and trucks will have to be diverted to other ports, which could raise costs.
