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US military practices rescuing astronauts from the sea (photos)

A U.S. military joint task force did some training recently off the Florida coast, preparing to help rescue astronauts from the ocean if need be.

Space · Jan 26, 2025

Mysterious Mars mounds may bolster case for ancient Red Planet ocean

Buttes and mesas in Mars' Chryse Planitia contain clay minerals made from liquid water interacting with the rock nearly 4 billion years ago.

Space · Jan 25, 2025

Giant phantom jelly: The 33-foot-long ocean giant that has babies out of its mouth

Giant phantom jellies were discovered in 1899 and since then have only been spotted around 120 times.

LiveScience · Jan 25, 2025

Swarm of jellyfish swimming in bioluminescence looks ‘magical’ – but it’s a warning sign

Biologist says the massive numbers of jellyfish and algae in Tasmania’s Storm Bay are ‘drivers of harm in the ocean’

The Guardian - AU · Jan 24, 2025

Could This Under-the-Radar Penny Stock Be the Best Way to Profit From Trump’s Presidency?

This company from the deep-sea mining industry could get an outsized lift under Trump.

Barchart · Jan 23, 2025

Magnetic signals from Earth's tides revealed in unprecedented detail

Scientists have captured faint magnetic signatures resulting from the tidal movement of seawater across the planet — and they might have to wait until 2030 to get another shot at it.

LiveScience · Jan 23, 2025

Only A Geography Nerd Can Score 20/20 On This Water Quiz

Dive into the fascinating world of rivers, lakes, seas, and oceans as we explore the unique features and hidden secrets of Earth's waterways. From identifying which ocean a sea belongs to distinguishing rivers from lakes, this trivia quiz will test your knowledge and challenge your geographical smarts. Whether you’re a…

Bored Panda · Jan 22, 2025

Sea Sheperd's Paul Watson vows to keep fighting for oceans from Marseille

After spending five months in a Greenland prison, Paul Watson, the founder of Sea Sheperd, settled in Marseille. During a meeting with the major of the city, he thanked the city for its support and said he was ready to continue the fight against whale hunters worldwide.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 22, 2025

Earth is bombarded with rocks from space – but who gets to keep these ultimate antiques?

Every day, about 48.5 tonnes of space rock hurtle towards Earth. Meteorites that fall into the ocean are never recovered. But the ones that crash on land can spark debates about legal ownership.

The Conversation · Jan 21, 2025

Mayotte schools to reopen, more than a month after devastating cyclone

Five weeks after Mayotte was devastated by a cyclone, teachers and staff have headed back to school to prepare for the return of students next week. This comes as lawmakers in mainland France started debate on a bill that would accelerate reconstruction efforts in the Indian Ocean territory, but would…

Radio France Internationale · Jan 20, 2025