Point Nemo: The Ocean's Loneliest Spot and Spacecraft Graveyard
Point Nemo in the South Pacific is the most remote ocean location, 2,688 km from land, and serves as the final resting place for spacecraft, including the ISS.
Category : Oceans
Dog survives freezing night on Highland mountain after cornice fall
Three-year-old cocker spaniel Aggie rescued on Fionn Bheinn after surviving sub-zero night on an exposed corrie, with help from volunteer mountain rescue members.
Sewage pollution endangers Hawaii's coral reefs, study reveals
A study finds that sewage-contaminated groundwater threatens Hawaii's coral reefs, with over 40% of tested coastal sites showing contamination.
Mystery Pink Slime on Tasmanian Beaches Raises Alarm
Pink slime on Tasmanian beaches prompts fears of algal bloom; samples sent for testing amid concerns for marine life and public safety.
Shark Expert Slams Tony Abbott Over Cull Call After Sydney Attack
Shark expert criticises Tony Abbott's cull call after Coogee attack; experts advocate drones instead.
Bull Sharks Blamed for Sydney Harbour Attacks as Warming Waters Drive Rise in Bites
Rising shark bites in Sydney linked to warming oceans drawing bull sharks closer to shore. Experts cite increasing incidents but no surge in shark numbers.
Whales adjust diets and share food as climate change disrupts ocean prey
Whales in the North Atlantic are eating more fish and less krill as climate change reduces prey availability, a 28-year study finds.
More Than 15m Oysters to Be Released in North Sea for UK Rewilding Project
Over 15 million oysters to be released off Orkney in major UK rewilding project, aiming to restore marine ecosystems and sequester carbon.
Hormuz Ships Pose Biodiversity 'Super-Spreader' Risk
Thousands of ships stranded in the Gulf of Oman due to Strait of Hormuz closure could spread invasive marine species globally, scientists warn.
Surge in Sydney Shark Attacks Linked to Murky Waters, Experts Say
Four shark bites in 48 hours off Sydney beaches; experts point to murky waters from intense rainfall as a 'perfect storm' attracting fish and sharks.
Chilean Zoo Hosts Easter Egg Hunt for Animals to Stimulate Natural Foraging
Chile's Bioparque Buinzoo held an Easter egg hunt for animals, using themed treats to encourage natural foraging behaviour. The event has run for 16 years.
Wristwatch reflection leads to ‘miracle’ sea rescue after 23 hours
Will Fransen survived 23 hours at sea off New Zealand after being pulled overboard; rescued when fishermen saw reflection from his watch.
Thousands of dead fish wash up on Gold Coast beach as heatwave suspected
Thousands of dead fish wash up on Gold Coast's The Spit; suspected marine heatwave causes low oxygen. Authorities investigate, but water deemed safe for swimming.
Massive 150kg Bull Shark Caught Near Sydney Harbour Attack Site
A 150kg bull shark was caught near the spot where 12-year-old Nico Antic died in a shark attack in Sydney Harbour.
Mother Killed by Giant Stingray in Freak Accident in Florida Keys
A 57-year-old mother was killed instantly when a 75-pound spotted eagle ray jumped from the sea and struck her in the face during a family boat trip in Florida.
Atlantic Ocean Current Collapse Risk Greater Than Previously Thought
New research shows the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation could collapse sooner than thought, with catastrophic global impacts.
Four Fishermen Rescued After 24 Hours at Sea Off Florida
Four fishermen, aged 18-90, rescued by US Coast Guard after 24 hours lost at sea off Florida coast.
Rescued Humpback Whale Timmy Nears North Sea After German Operation
A stranded humpback whale named Timmy has been coaxed onto a barge in the Baltic Sea and is being towed towards the North Sea in a rescue mission funded by two multi-millionaires.
Ocean Acidification Threatens Shark Teeth, Study Warns
New research indicates that rising ocean acidity could corrode sharks' teeth, potentially undermining their role as apex predators.
Timmy the Whale’s Fate Sealed as Rescue Hopes Dim
Failed rescue of Timmy the humpback whale highlights conflict between conservation priorities and public pressure, raising questions about effective use of funds.
Over 110 New Deep-Sea Species Discovered in Coral Sea
Marine scientists discover over 110 new species in Coral Sea deep waters, including sharks, rays, and invertebrates; total may exceed 200.
Largest Atlantic Great White Shark Makes Sudden Coastal Movement
Contender, the largest great white shark tagged in the Atlantic, makes sudden movement near US coast, potentially indicating breeding behaviour.
Merseyside second worst UK hotspot for Japanese knotweed
Merseyside ranks second only to Bristol for Japanese knotweed, with 3,393 incidents — 13.45 per square mile. The invasive plant affects 1.58 million UK homes, reducing property values by £13,500 on average.
Faulty Engineering Led to Titan Sub Implosion, US Investigators Rule
NTSB report finds OceanGate's faulty engineering caused Titan sub implosion, killing five; recommends tighter regulations.
Rescuers Release Stranded Humpback Whale Calf in Baltic, But Survival Chances Slim
Rescuers release stranded humpback whale calf Timmy into North Sea off Denmark, but experts say survival chances low due to poor health.
Warning as Portuguese Man O' War Wash Up on UK Beaches
Portuguese man o' war sightings on UK beaches prompt warnings of painful stings and allergic reactions.
Man Dies After Rescue from Closed Area in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
A 33-year-old man died after being rescued from a closed area in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, officials said.
Damaged Russian LNG Tanker Drifts Into Libyan Waters, Raising Ecological Fears
Damaged Russian LNG tanker Arctic Metagaz drifts into Libyan waters, posing ecological risk with 90 tonnes of fuel and gas onboard.
London Aquarium Penguins to Get New Habitat After Campaign
Merlin Entertainments will merge London and Birmingham gentoo penguin colonies into an enhanced habitat with natural light, ending breeding after a campaign.
Sly Stowaway Fox Finds New Home at Bronx Zoo After Transatlantic Journey
A male red fox stowed away on a cargo ship from Southampton to New York and is now settling in at the Bronx Zoo.
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