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June 21, 2023

Search Continues for Submersible Exploring Wreck of the Titanic
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A massive search effort continues in the Atlantic Ocean after a tourist
submersible went missing during a trip to explore the wreck of the
Titanic, which sits over 12,000 feet below sea level. Five passengers
are on board, including the founder of Ocean Gate Expeditions, which
organized the trip. For years the company ignored warnings by its own
staff and experts that the company's deep water missions could lead to a
catastrophe because the submarine did not meet industry standards.
Tickets for the mission reportedly cost $250,000. Passengers aboard the
ship include two billionaires: Hamish Harding from Britain and Shahzada
Dawood from Pakistan, who is on board with his son.


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