The latest at sea

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Construction begins on Royal Caribbean’s fifth Icon-class ship

A keel-laying ceremony at Meyer Turku marked a major milestone for the unnamed vessel, which is scheduled for delivery in 2028.

Miami-Dade County court records say the passenger reported that she did not consent to sexual activity.

Three guarantee-category offers cover cruises departing from Singapore, Fort Lauderdale and San Diego.

A travel agent says passenger costs and onboard offerings may depend on company policies and fuel purchasing schedules.