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Court Victory Protects African Penguins From Extinction
Planet Wins3d ago

Court Victory Protects African Penguins From Extinction

A groundbreaking court ruling in South Africa has created new no-fishing zones around penguin colonies, offering hope for a species that has declined 78% in just 30 years. Scientists using cutting-edge tracking technology guided the decision that could save these beloved birds.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
AI Reveals Ocean Algae Blooms Growing Worldwide Since 2010
Planet WinsFeb 18

AI Reveals Ocean Algae Blooms Growing Worldwide Since 2010

Scientists using artificial intelligence discovered that floating algae blooms have expanded dramatically across the world's oceans over the past 20 years, marking a major shift in marine ecosystems. The findings could help protect coastal communities and marine life from harmful algae while supporting healthier fisheries.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
AI Tool Discovers Hidden Patterns Scientists Never Looked For
InnovationFeb 12

AI Tool Discovers Hidden Patterns Scientists Never Looked For

A new AI system finds groundbreaking research questions by exploring data on its own, without waiting for humans to ask. It's already uncovered cancer patterns and marine ecosystem relationships that could change treatment and conservation.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Ocean Tourism Now Funds Coral Reef Restoration Worldwide
SolutionsFeb 2

Ocean Tourism Now Funds Coral Reef Restoration Worldwide

Travelers are diving in to plant coral and restore marine ecosystems while on vacation, creating a booming new industry that funds conservation. Ocean restoration tourism combines meaningful travel with hands-on environmental impact, turning tourists into citizen scientists.

Google News - Ocean Cleanup2 min read
Greenland's Seaweed Locks Carbon Deep in the Ocean
Planet WinsJan 26

Greenland's Seaweed Locks Carbon Deep in the Ocean

Scientists just confirmed how seaweed from Greenland's coast travels hundreds of miles offshore and sinks deep into the ocean, locking away carbon for at least a century. This natural climate helper might be storing millions of tons of carbon every year without us even realizing it.

Phys.org3 min read
India's Only Active Volcano Opens to Adventure Seekers
Planet WinsJan 25

India's Only Active Volcano Opens to Adventure Seekers

Barren Island in the Andaman Sea, India's sole active volcano, now welcomes visitors to witness its smoking crater and thriving marine life through guided boat tours. Despite its fiery surface, the waters below burst with colorful coral reefs and diverse sea creatures.

Times of India - Good News2 min read
Norway Brings Back Lost Kelp Forests with Simple Solution
Planet WinsJan 20

Norway Brings Back Lost Kelp Forests with Simple Solution

After 25 years of failed attempts, Norwegian researchers have finally cracked the code to restore Arctic kelp forests devoured by sea urchins. Their surprising solution came from observing pine trees on land.

DW News2 min read
AI Maps Ocean Algae Blooms Expanding Across the Globe
Planet WinsJan 20

AI Maps Ocean Algae Blooms Expanding Across the Globe

Scientists used artificial intelligence to scan 1.2 million satellite images and discovered floating algae is spreading across Earth's oceans, marking a major shift in marine ecosystems. The breakthrough shows how AI can help us understand and prepare for changes in our oceans.

Google: scientists discover2 min read
NASA Captures Stunning Phytoplankton Bloom Near New Zealand
Planet WinsJan 19

NASA Captures Stunning Phytoplankton Bloom Near New Zealand

A massive phytoplankton bloom has transformed the ocean around New Zealand's Chatham Islands into vivid swirls of green and blue visible from space. The seasonal phenomenon feeds one of the world's richest marine ecosystems.

Stuff NZ2 min read
AI Reveals Ocean Algae Blooms Growing 13% Each Year
Planet WinsJan 19

AI Reveals Ocean Algae Blooms Growing 13% Each Year

Scientists used artificial intelligence to scan 1.2 million satellite images and discovered that floating algae blooms are expanding across the world's oceans, creating new marine habitats. The breakthrough technology revealed a 13.4% yearly increase in some regions, marking a historic shift in ocean ecosystems.

Phys.org2 min read