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What really sank the Titanic

Apr 13, 2012
It wasn't just the iceberg. A new book explores all the different circumstances that led to the demise of the ship, including the ship's wrought iron rivets.

The Titanic: Now a source of pride for Belfast

Apr 10, 2012
After decades of wariness about having built the ship that came to a tragic end, Belfast is now trying to cash in on the Titanic connection.

Belfast makes the most of its Titanic connection

Apr 9, 2012
Hungry for business, Belfast in Northern Ireland is trying to cash in on its role as the city where the ill-fated ship was built.

The state of deep sea expeditions

Apr 3, 2012
As the 100 year anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic draws near, Robert Ballard -- the man who discovered the wreck back in 1985 -- is working on a new mission: finding Amelia Earhart's plane.