What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees
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What to Know About the New Rules on Airline Refunds and ‘Junk’ Fees

The Biden administration will require airlines to automatically refund fares when flights are canceled or delayed and to reveal more about extra fees before booking. Here’s what passengers can expect.
Why the Panama Canal Didn’t Lose Money When Ship Crossings Fell
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Why the Panama Canal Didn’t Lose Money When Ship Crossings Fell

A water shortage forced officials to reduce traffic, but higher fees increased revenue.
New Freighters Could Ease Red Sea Cargo Disruptions
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New Freighters Could Ease Red Sea Cargo Disruptions

Analysts and shipping executives say the expect costs to fall later this year as companies receive vessels they ordered two to three years ago.