Judge halts Titanic relic sale citing preservation risk

A U.S. District Court judge in Virginia has ordered a halt to the auction of more than 100 artifacts recovered from the Titanic wreck, citing potential harm to the collection's integrity. The ruling came after objections from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the French government, who argued the items should remain together. The judge also questioned the financial necessity of the sale, noting the parent company's substantial revenues.