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How the state of our oceans is intrinsically linked to human health – new report

A new study published in the journal OneEarth explores how marine biodiversity conservation, human health and wellbeing are connected. The results suggest that marine protected areas can be good for both planet and people. These areas of the ocean are legally recognised by governments as being important for marine conservation.…

The Conversation · Oct 31, 2024

Viscosoft launches new hybrid mattress topper made from over five pounds of upcycled ocean plastic

The Viscosoft Hybrid Lux mattress topper offers eco-friendly credentials with a supportive 2-in-1 design

Tom’s Guide · Oct 31, 2024

In Hawaii, parasites and viruses team up in the battle against fruit flies – an entomologist explains the implication for global pest control

Take a stroll along one of the beaches on Hawaii Island in late summer, and you’ll likely stumble upon almond-shaped fruits lying in the sand. Known as false kamani nuts, or tropical almonds, they fall from tall, shady Terminalia catappa trees that line the many picturesque ocean views on the…

The Conversation · Oct 31, 2024

State of the Climate 2024: Australia is enduring harsher fire seasons, more ocean heatwaves and sea-level rise

Worldwide, greenhouse gas emissions are still increasing, and temperatures are rising across land and sea.

The Conversation · Oct 30, 2024

Recent whale deaths highlight risks from Antarctica's booming krill fishery

The Associated Press has learned that two humpback whales were found dead and another seriously injured this year in huge nets used to collect krill for fishmeal and human dietary supplements near Antarctica

The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2024

Saturn's moon Titan may have a 6-mile-thick crust of methane ice — could life be under there?

A 6-mile-thick shell of methane ice on Saturn's moon Titan could assist in the hunt for life signs arising from this moon's vast subsurface ocean.

Space · Oct 30, 2024

'New Wave' As Start-up Sweeps Up Thai Ocean Plastic

As a long-tail boat arrives at a fishing village on the southern Thai island of Koh Chang, residents gather to sell their wares -- not seafood, but plastic.

International Business Times · Oct 30, 2024

Ship owner in Baltimore bridge collapse seeks to blame others as liability case takes shape

The owner and manager of the container ship Dali are seeking to minimize their responsibility for the deadly Baltimore bridge collapse

The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2024

Warm oceans are extending the threat of hurricanes into the holiday season

Tropical activity into December could bring impacts to the travel industry during the holidays

The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2024

Let’s be clear, Peter Dutton’s energy plan is more focused on coal and gas than it is on nuclear power

It seems reasonable to call the Coalition’s policy what it primarily is: a proposal to expand fossil fuels

The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2024