The Oceans Are Going to Rise—but When?
The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. In May 2014, NASA announced at a press…
Thousands of Cubans struggle without power and water nearly a month after hurricane
RIO CAUTO, Cuba — Thousands of Cubans remain without power, water or proper shelter almost a month after…
These Rare Whales Had Never Been Seen Alive, Then Scientists Saw Two Near California
The gingko-toothed beaked whale seen in 2024 – credit Craig Hayslip, CC 4.0. Int. A lifelong whale researcher…
NASA Sets Launch Coverage for International Ocean Tracking Mission
NASA will provide live coverage of prelaunch and launch activities for Sentinel-6B, an international mission delivering critical sea…
‘Macronesia’ Sanctuary to Protect Waters of 4 Atlantic Islands and Critical Habitat for Whales
Azores, Portugal by Raphael Lopes / Unsplash+ Governments and conservation NGOs celebrated the passing of a resolution to…
Saturn’s icy moon may host a stable ocean fit for life
For years, Saturn’s small icy moon Enceladus has drawn attention for the erupting jets at its south pole.…
The Hidden Math of Ocean Waves
In 2011, Deconinck and Oliveras simulated different disturbances with higher and higher frequencies and watched what happened to…
Image of stranded humpback whale wins Ocean Photographer of the Year award
Ocean photographer Craig Parry is used to capturing nature at its best. One of his most famous images…
Under pressure: Fujairah divers’ coral project battles effects of climate change
A project to revive the country’s marine species is paying dividends but more needs to be done to…
Deforestation boosts flash flood, landslide risk from Hurricane Melissa
Hurricane Melissa pummeled areas of the Caribbean already vulnerable to landslides and flash flooding because of factors made…
Endangered North Atlantic Right Whale Population Is Slowly Increasing, Scientists Say
A North Atlantic right whale – credit, NOAA via AP Scientists studying the North Atlantic right whale have…
Earth’s first life may have been sparked by underwater thermal vents
Before sunlight ever reached the planet, another force may have sparked life—electricity. Deep beneath the ocean floor, ancient…