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Greece's rare monk seals threatened by tourism surge

Greece's population of 500 rare Mediterranean monk seals, half the world's total, faces a growing peril from unregulated marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival.

Giant sperm whale stranded on Nantucket beach

A massive 52-ton sperm whale washes ashore on Nantucket, marking the first such stranding in over 20 years. Officials face a complex removal operation. Learn more about this rare event.

Giant sperm whale strands on Nantucket

A massive sperm whale, weighing 52 tons, has beached on Nantucket. Officials are coordinating its removal. Discover the challenges and historical significance.

Orphaned Sea Otter Pup Rescued in Morro Bay Mission

A baby sea otter named Caterpillar was rescued off California's coast and reunited with its mother in a heartwarming mission by marine experts. Discover how this reunion aids a threatened species.

Orcas Master Great White Shark Hunting Techniques

Marine scientists document unprecedented orca attacks on great white sharks off South African coast, revealing sophisticated hunting techniques that are reshaping the ocean's ecosystem.

Giant 20ft Shark Washes Ashore Near Inverness

A massive 20-foot basking shark has been discovered washed up on a Scottish beach, sparking scientific investigation and public fascination. The rare find offers researchers a unique opportunity to study these gentle giants of the deep.

Giant Barrel Jellyfish Swarm UK Beaches

Massive barrel jellyfish, some reaching the size of dustbin lids, are washing up on British beaches in record numbers. Marine experts explain this unusual phenomenon and what it means for UK waters.

Daily Exercise Can Beat Heart Disease Symptoms

New research reveals how moderate daily activity can significantly reduce coronary heart disease risk and symptoms. Discover the life-changing benefits of consistent exercise for your heart health.

Drone footage reveals orcas hunting great white shark

Exclusive aerial footage captures the dramatic moment a pod of killer whales strategically hunts and kills a young great white shark off South Africa's coast, revealing unprecedented hunting behaviour.

Deadly Portuguese Man O'War Alert On UK Beaches

Beachgoers across South West England issued urgent warning after multiple sightings of highly dangerous Portuguese man o'war creatures with venomous tentacles capable of causing excruciating pain and serious medical complications.

Southampton Boat Show faces brutal budget uncertainty

The prestigious Southampton International Boat Show faces unprecedented challenges as government budget delays create a 'brutal' atmosphere, leaving marine businesses feeling 'very attacked' and threatening the future of this cornerstone UK marine event.

Shipwrecks Become Fish Sanctuaries in UK Waters

Marine scientists discover artificial reefs created by centuries-old shipwrecks are boosting fish populations around Britain's coast, offering new hope for sustainable fisheries.

Dolphins developing Alzheimer's from pollution

Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals dolphins are showing clear signs of Alzheimer's disease linked to toxic pollution in coastal waters, raising urgent environmental concerns.

NFL's Nick Mangold reveals kidney disease diagnosis

Former New York Jets centre Nick Mangold reveals his private health struggle with kidney disease in an emotional interview, sharing his journey from NFL glory to facing a life-changing diagnosis.

Bird flu kills thousands of seal pups on remote UK island

A devastating avian influenza outbreak has killed thousands of young seals on the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia, raising alarm among conservationists about the virus's alarming jump to mammalian populations.

Florida confirms first 'zombie deer' disease case

Florida faces its first confirmed case of Chronic Wasting Disease in white-tailed deer, sparking urgent containment measures and raising concerns about the fatal neurological condition's spread.

Dolphins Found With Human Alzheimer's Markers

Groundbreaking Scottish research reveals wild dolphins are developing brain changes identical to human Alzheimer's, raising urgent questions about ocean health and its implications for human medicine.

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