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Logistics Third engineer missing after Greek bulker Minoan Pioneer struck in Strait of Hormuz
Greek-operated bulk carrier Minoan Pioneer was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, leaving its third engineer missing and the vessel without power, according to Splash247 and Vanguard Tech. The attack is the fourth maritime security incident near Oman's Musandam Peninsula in five days, and UKMTO confirmed the vessel had been struck by an unknown projectile. Military authorities are investigating and no group has claimed responsibility.
Missing Ebike Delivery Sparks 'Chatbot Hell': How AI Is Failing Last-Mile Customer Service
When an ebike went missing in transit from FedEx, the author spent months trapped in automated customer service loops with chatbots. The incident highlights a growing industry trend: corporations using AI to reduce human agent headcount, often creating 'sludge' that frustrates customers. For logistics operators, the story underscores the risk of alienating shippers and consignees when last-mile resolution fails.