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After decades without them, the Gold Coast is exploring the return of ocean pools that would give kids, seniors, and people with disabilities safer access to saltwater swimming. More than 13,000 residents signed a petition supporting the idea, and now the council has agreed to study whether it's possible.
Colorful zoantharians look identical in Brazil and Okinawa despite being separated by thousands of miles, puzzling scientists who discovered they may be nature's ultimate ocean travelers. As climate change threatens traditional coral reefs, these resilient creatures are thriving and offering hope for the future of our oceans.
A young engineer who saw more plastic than fish while diving as a teenager has now removed 50,000 tonnes of trash from waterways and says he can clean the world's oceans in just ten years. His solution targets the 1% of rivers responsible for 80% of ocean plastic.
A groundbreaking surf lagoon in Saudi Arabia just solved a problem engineers thought impossible: creating ocean-perfect waves using real seawater instead of freshwater. Surfers say it feels just like riding the real ocean.
Researchers discovered 31 previously unknown ocean creatures during a two-week expedition in the South Atlantic Ocean near Brazil. The Schmidt Ocean Institute captured stunning images and created 3D models of these deep-sea species.
The Ocean Cleanup is launching a game-changing strategy this summer that uses AI and drones to find plastic hotspots in real time. It's like a weather forecast, but for tracking ocean trash.
Researchers have discovered ocean currents are channeling fresh water to a new region off Australia, revealing how our planet adapts to changing climate patterns. The finding helps scientists better understand the ocean's global circulation system.
Hydro Flask just launched a major partnership with Ocean Conservancy to tackle the 200 million metric tons of plastic choking our oceans. The multi-year initiative will mobilize millions of sports fans and concertgoers to ditch single-use plastics at stadiums and venues worldwide.
More than 1,000 researchers just unveiled over 1,100 newly discovered ocean species, from carnivorous "death ball" sponges to ghost sharks living miles beneath the waves. The discoveries prove our oceans are teeming with life we're only beginning to understand.
Norwegian company Blueye Robotics just launched two underwater drones that can explore ocean depths up to 500 meters, opening up the deep sea to researchers, conservationists, and anyone curious about what lies beneath. These mini-ROVs make ocean exploration more accessible than ever before.
Environmental volunteers filled trash bags with bottles, caps, and debris at a Florida beach to celebrate ocean protection. The cleanup was part of a nationwide effort to safeguard coastlines before World Ocean Day.
Scientists and conservationists are making unprecedented progress protecting our oceans, from removing millions of pounds of trash to restoring coral reefs and saving whale populations. World Oceans Day on June 8 celebrates these wins while inspiring more people to join the effort.
The world's oceans have absorbed 90% of excess heat from greenhouse gases, shielding humanity from faster global warming while supporting three billion livelihoods. World Oceans Day 2026 celebrates this vital resource that produces half our oxygen and drives the global economy.
Volunteers in North Carolina are rolling up their sleeves for a beach cleanup that celebrates World Ocean Day and proves ocean conservation is a team sport. The Fort Fisher Aquarium is turning a global awareness day into local action.
Hawaii's Surfrider Kauai is turning World Ocean Day into a month-long celebration with art shows, beach cleanups, and festivals that transform ocean trash into community treasure. Volunteers already pulled a 2,000-pound fishing net from the water this week.
Thousands of Florida families will gather at North Jetty Park on June 6 for a free celebration combining beach cleanups, ocean education, and community fun. The third annual World Ocean Day event aims to inspire everyday people to protect the Gulf Coast's marine ecosystems.
A massive floating fish farm the size of 20 Olympic swimming pools just launched off China's coast, designed to produce 4,000 tonnes of fish annually while doubling as a tourist destination. The semi-submersible platform can withstand typhoons and exchanges seawater constantly to mirror ocean conditions.
A loggerhead sea turtle named Kai, rescued as a struggling hatchling weighing barely a pound, has been released back into the ocean after six years of innovative medical care. The 220-pound turtle overcame severe lung problems with help from pool noodles, weights, and dedicated physiotherapy.
National Geographic released a stunning documentary revealing how Earth's oceans can recover and thrive. The World Ocean Day special combines breathtaking 4K footage with practical solutions for ocean restoration.
A South Korean shipping company is expanding its partnership with The Ocean Cleanup, helping remove 50,000 tons of plastic from the world's oceans since 2023. Half of the global camera network tracking ocean plastic now sits on Hyundai Glovis vessels.
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