JCB used in dramatic seal rescue on Orkney island
A stranded seal pup was dramatically rescued from rocks at a Westray ferry terminal using a JCB. Read how teamwork between marine medics and a salmon firm saved the day.
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Glen Rosa ferry delayed again, now due 2026
The overdue CalMac ferry Glen Rosa faces a fresh six-month delay due to corrosion repairs, pushing delivery to 2026 and costs soaring. Read the latest on this ferry fiasco.
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.
Marine Dies in Camp Pendleton Training Mishap
A US Marine has died following a tactical vehicle incident during a training exercise at California's Camp Pendleton. The investigation is ongoing.
Sailor dies in faulty winch accident on global voyage
A 74-year-old sailor died after being pulled into a defective winch on his yacht off the Isle of Wight. The MAIB report reveals critical safety failures. Read the full investigation.
Prince William meets young marine conservationists
The Prince of Wales visited Colwyn Bay to commend the Marine Conservation Society's Youth Ocean Network for their vital work protecting Wales' precious coastline and marine life.
Marine Sniper Mass Shooting: Warning Signs Missed
Exclusive investigation reveals multiple red flags before former Marine sniper Nigel Max Edge's deadly bar shooting in North Carolina. Read the full story.
US Marines in firefight with Haitian gangs at embassy
Marines guarding the US Embassy in Haiti engaged in a fierce gun battle with gang members controlling Port-au-Prince. Discover how this attack highlights Haiti's security crisis.
12 Gran Canaria beaches shut in pollution alert
Tourists shocked as decomposing organic material spill forces closure of at least 12 beaches across six municipalities on Gran Canaria. Authorities investigate source as clean-up continues.
Beasts of the Sea: A hypnotic tale of extinction
Iida Turpeinen's mesmerising novel 'Beasts of the Sea' resurrects the tragic story of the Steller's sea cow in a powerful ecological lament that speaks to our current climate crisis.
Humpback whale's gentle remora removal stuns scientists
Exclusive underwater footage captures the extraordinary moment a humpback whale carefully removes remora fish from its body, revealing unprecedented interspecies behaviour in marine giants.
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.
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.
Great Barrier Reef smuggling ring busted in Melbourne raids
Australian authorities intercept massive illegal coral and marine life smuggling operation targeting the Great Barrier Reef, arresting four individuals in coordinated Melbourne raids.
Ocean warming reaches unprecedented levels, scientists warn
Exclusive analysis reveals our oceans are heating at an unprecedented rate, creating conditions never before seen in human history and threatening irreversible damage to marine life.
Hurricane Melissa: Climate Change Fuels Monster Storm
Scientists confirm Hurricane Melissa's unprecedented intensity directly linked to climate-heated Atlantic waters, signalling a dangerous new era for extreme weather.
Florida's Coral Reefs Declared Functionally Extinct
Scientists confirm Florida's coral reef system has reached functional extinction after unprecedented marine heatwave, marking a devastating milestone in the climate crisis.
Microplastic crisis: Oceans face invisible pollution threat
Groundbreaking research reveals the shocking scale of microplastic pollution in our oceans, with potentially devastating consequences for marine life and human health.
Pacific 'Blob' Heatwave Returns, Threatening Marine Life
A massive marine heatwave dubbed 'the Blob' has resurfaced in the Pacific Northwest, threatening marine ecosystems and raising concerns about climate change impacts on ocean temperatures.
'Harmless' shark species kills snorkeler in scientific first
Marine biologists issue urgent warning after previously docile shark species kills snorkeler in unprecedented attack, rewriting what we know about marine predator behaviour.
Sea Cucumber Invasion Baffles Oregon Coast Scientists
Extraordinary marine phenomenon sees Pacific Northwest beaches carpeted with sea cucumbers, baffling scientists and fascinating beachgoers along the Oregon coast.
Mass seabird die-off baffles scientists on US West Coast
Scientists are deeply concerned as thousands of dead seabirds are discovered along the Pacific coastline from Oregon to California, with climate change and warming ocean waters suspected as potential causes.
Coral reefs approach climate tipping point
New scientific research reveals coral reefs are approaching a critical climate threshold that could trigger irreversible damage to marine ecosystems worldwide.
Miami Seaquarium's orca Lolata freed after 50 years
In a landmark decision, the last surviving orca at Miami Seaquarium has been freed from her tank after half a century, marking a historic moment for marine animal welfare in Florida.
Marineland's beluga whales face mass relocation
Exclusive: Ontario's troubled marine park faces catastrophic blow as over dozen beluga whales face relocation amid mounting animal welfare concerns and financial pressures.
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