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- 1Oceans absorbed heat equal to 40 times humanity's energy use●🚨 OCEAN HEAT: Last year, our seas absorbed heat equal to almost 40 TIMES all energy humanity used. With 84% of global co
Greenpeace reports that the world's oceans last year absorbed heat equal to nearly 40 times all the energy humanity consumed, with 84% of global coral reefs experiencing bleaching-level heat stress. The group blames fossil fuel corporations and industrial meat and dairy production for warming the seas and is calling for action to protect the ocean.
- 2Ocean heat hits record high for ninth straight year●"Last year, the world’s oceans absorbed an additional 23 zettajoules worth of heat, setting a new record for the ninth y
The world's oceans absorbed an additional 23 zettajoules of heat last year, setting a new record for the ninth consecutive year, according to a new report. Researchers compare the amount to the energy of 12 Hiroshima bombs detonating every second for a full year, underscoring the scale of warming driven by climate change.
- 3Ancient Martian deltas reveal timing of early ocean retreat▼Delta morphology reveals timings of early ocean regression and hydrologic shift on ancient Mars
New research published in Nature uses the shape and structure of ancient deltas on Mars to pin down when the planet's early ocean receded and when hydrologic conditions shifted. By analyzing delta morphology, researchers established timings for the regression of the putative northern ocean and the subsequent decline of surface water activity, refining the timeline of Mars' transition from a wetter world to the arid planet seen today.
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The Bezos Earth Fund has awarded more than $25 million in grants for ocean conservation efforts in the Pacific Islands. The funding will support marine protection projects in a region home to some of the world's most biodiverse waters and communities heavily dependent on ocean resources. The announcement is drawing attention as one of the fund's larger regional commitments since Jeff Bezos pledged $10 billion to climate causes.
- 5SpaceX Starship reaches orbit before exploding over ocean●SpaceX Starship: World’s most powerful rocket launched into orbit then explodes in ocean
SpaceX launched Starship, the world's most powerful rocket, on a test flight that saw it reach orbit for the first time before breaking apart and exploding over the ocean. The launch marks a major milestone for the company's next-generation heavy-lift vehicle, even though the mission ended with the loss of the craft. Coverage is focusing on the achievement of reaching orbit alongside the dramatic destruction during reentry or descent.
- 6Oceans absorbed record heat equal to 40 times global energy use▼World’s oceans absorbed record heat equal to 40 times annual global energy use
The world's oceans absorbed a record amount of heat in the past year, equivalent to roughly 40 times humanity's total annual energy use, according to findings reported by The Guardian. Scientists say the thermal energy influx is driving accelerating sea level rise and ongoing ocean acidification, intensifying concerns about the pace of climate change and its effects on marine ecosystems and coastal communities.
- 7Report finds polar oceans profoundly reshaped by climate change●Climate change is increasingly reshaping the polar oceans, with Arctic waters warming rapidly, sea ice shrinking and wil
The annual Copernicus Ocean State Report, released Wednesday, documents profound changes at both ends of the planet, with Arctic waters warming rapidly, sea ice shrinking and wildlife losing habitat in polar regions. News outlets including The Japan Times are highlighting the findings, which underscore how quickly climate change is transforming the world's polar oceans.
- 8Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger's Two Kids: Sloane and Ocean▼All About Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger’s 2 Kids, Sloane and Ocean
A profile piece covers the two children of former US women's soccer stars Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger: daughter Sloane and son Ocean. The former couple, both World Cup winners with the United States, have kept their family largely in the public eye since welcoming their kids, and outlets are recapping details about their family life.
- 9El Nino-driven ocean warming empties Latin American fishing nets▼“Fishermen along Latin America's Pacific coast are reeling in half-empty nets as ocean warming aggravated by El Nino cau
Fishermen along Latin America's Pacific coast are reporting sharply reduced catches as ocean warming intensified by El Nino pushes tuna, anchovies and other key species toward cooler waters. Half-empty nets threaten livelihoods in coastal communities that depend on some of the world's richest fishing grounds, raising concerns about food supply and export earnings across the region.
- 10El Niño to bring multiple hazards to South-West Indian Ocean▼El Niño will unleash multiple hazards in South-West Indian Ocean region
The World Meteorological Organization warns that El Niño will unleash multiple hazards across the South-West Indian Ocean region. The advisory points to heightened risks of extreme weather for countries along the basin, with the current El Niño event expected to disrupt normal rainfall and temperature patterns and increase the likelihood of droughts, floods and cyclones in the affected nations.
- 11EU report: oceans hotter and 17% more acidic in four decades●Ocean State report by EU’s Copernicus Marine programme. Hotter, 17% more acidic in 40 years, on Spain sized chunk of Arc
The EU's Copernicus Marine programme has published its tenth Ocean State Report, documenting major changes to the world's seas over 40 years. Ocean waters are hotter and around 17% more acidic than four decades ago, while the Arctic has lost a Spain-sized area of sea ice per decade and the Mediterranean is experiencing more frequent marine heatwaves.
- 12Countdown begins as The Ocean Race eyes 2027 start in Alicante▼Countdown begins as The Ocean Race sets its sights on 2027 start in Alicante
Organisers of The Ocean Race have begun the countdown to the 2027 edition, with the Spanish port city of Alicante once again set to host the start of the round-the-world sailing event. Alicante has been a familiar starting point for previous editions, and preparations are now turning to the next race.
- 13Deep-Sea 'Pools Of Death' May Hold Clues To Origins Of Life▼Ocean Floor “Pools Of Death” Could Be Key To Explaining The Origins Of Life On Earth, And Possibly Further Afield
Scientists are highlighting brine pools on the ocean floor — extremely salty underwater basins that kill most life that enters them — as potential keys to understanding how life began on Earth. The theory suggests similar chemical conditions in these pools may have driven the formation of early organic molecules, and that comparable environments could exist on other worlds, making them a target in the search for extraterrestrial life.
- 14Viking Names Top Travel Advisor Michael Consoli Godfather of New Ship Sekhmet▼Viking Names Top Global Travel Advisor Michael Consoli Godfather of New Viking Sekhmet
Viking has named Michael Consoli, one of the world's top-ranked travel advisors, as godfather of the new Viking Sekhmet, continuing its tradition of honoring leading travel industry figures at ship christenings. The announcement was carried by PR Newswire. The news highlights Viking's close ties with the travel advisor community and its expanding river or ocean fleet, drawing attention from industry professionals.
- 15Oceans absorbing record heat as scientists warn of transformation▼“Transforming before our eyes”: ocean absorbing record heat
The world's oceans are absorbing record levels of heat, with scientists describing marine environments as transforming before our eyes. Rising ocean temperatures signal accelerating climate change, with consequences for sea levels, marine ecosystems and extreme weather patterns. Oceanographic reporting has highlighted the milestone, prompting renewed concern among researchers and climate watchers about the pace of global warming.
- 16Documentary follows couple surviving the world's loneliest sea●Documentary | Extreme Isolation: How a Couple Survives the World's Loneliest Sea
A new documentary tells the story of a couple living in extreme isolation at sea, surviving in what is described as the world's loneliest stretch of ocean. Viewers are drawn to the couple's day-to-day life far from any shore, and the film is gaining attention for its rare glimpse into solitude at sea.
- 17Oceans absorbed record heat equal to 40 times global energy use●World’s oceans absorbed record heat equal to 40 times annual global energy use | The injection of thermal energy comes a
The world's oceans absorbed a record amount of heat in the past year, equivalent to roughly 40 times humanity's total annual energy use. Scientists link the thermal buildup to accelerating sea level rise and ongoing ocean acidification, underscoring the continuing intensification of climate change and its growing impact on marine ecosystems and coastal communities worldwide.
- 18Hawaiian canoe navigating by stars carries a diplomatic message▼This Hawaiian canoe navigates by the sun, moon and stars. What its mission says about global diplomacy
A traditional Hawaiian canoe is sailing using only the sun, moon and stars for navigation, reviving ancient Polynesian wayfinding techniques. Commentators point to its voyage as a symbol of global diplomacy, arguing the journey connects cultures and promotes stewardship of the ocean. The story highlights how indigenous maritime traditions can carry contemporary messages about cooperation and environmental care across the world.
- 19Marine Scientist to Speak on Faith and Ocean Ecology at George Fox University▼Renowned Marine Scientist to Explore Faith, Ecology, and Ocean Flourishing at George Fox University
A renowned marine scientist is set to visit George Fox University in Oregon for an event exploring the connections between faith, ecology, and the flourishing of the world's oceans. The talk is expected to draw students and community members interested in how Christian perspectives intersect with marine conservation and environmental stewardship, a timely topic amid growing concern over ocean health worldwide.
- 20Record ocean heat drives rising seas and polar ecosystem damage●Record ocean heat drives rising seas and damage to polar ecosystems
New reporting highlights that the world's oceans have reached record-high temperatures, contributing to rising sea levels and causing damage to polar ecosystems. Warmer waters expand and accelerate ice melt, threatening marine life in the Arctic and Antarctic. The findings have drawn attention to the accelerating impacts of climate change on marine environments worldwide.
- 21Colossal squid filmed alive in the wild for first time●First-ever colossal squid captured on video | What scientists say it reveals
Scientists have captured the first footage of a colossal squid in its natural habitat, filmed near the South Sandwich Islands in the Southern Ocean. The animal, recorded by a remote camera at a depth of around 600 metres, was a juvenile about 30 centimetres long and nearly transparent. Adults can grow up to 7 metres and weigh around 500 kilograms. Researchers say the footage helps confirm how the species lives in the wild, decades after it was first identified in 1925.