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Swimming Is Illegal At This World-Famous Thailand Beach, Here's Why
Fines are issued for violations, with penalties reaching 5,000-10,000 baht (Rs 15,000-29,000) for ignoring the no-swimming rule at Maya Bay, Thailand.
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10 Countries With The Largest Coral Reefs And How To Plan A Trip
These ten countries hold some of the most valuable coral reef systems in the world.
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Earth May Have Crossed Its First Climate Tipping Point as Coral Reefs Collapse
Global coral reefs have reached a tipping point due to surging temperatures, warning of irreversible climate impacts on ecosystems and humans alike.
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Our Oceans Are In Trouble: Here's How To Take Action Beyond The Outrage
Our oceans are in trouble. Catches from many of the world's fisheries are declining, with some fishing practices destroying enormous areas of the sea bed.
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Scientists Warn of Alarming Rise in Marine Heat Waves and Its Impact on Oceans
Reports indicate a sharp rise in marine heat waves, with 2023–2024 experiencing a 240% increase compared to past years. Scientists warn of devastating effects on marine life, including mass die-offs, coral reef degradation, and increased storm intensity. Coastal communities are at risk as extreme weather events linked to warming oceans become mor...
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Ocean Acidification Study: Carbon Emissions Driving Deeper Chemical Changes in Oceans
A study in Science Advances by researchers from ETH Zurich highlights the escalating depth of ocean acidification, driven by carbon emissions since the industrial era. By 2014, acidification had penetrated to an average depth of 1,000 metres, with some regions affected as deep as 1,500 metres. Using a 3D model, the study explores the altered marine...
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Scientists Discover World's Largest Coral Discovered in Solomon Islands
A giant coral reef, the largest ever recorded, has been discovered in the Solomon Islands, measuring 111 feet wide and 104 feet long. This reef is estimated to be 300-500 years old, offering a vital habitat for marine life. Scientists are concerned about the threats it faces, including overfishing and climate change, both of which could jeopardize ...
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Great Barrier Reef Faces Hottest Ocean Temperatures in 400 Years, Threatening Coral Survival
The Great Barrier Reef, one of Earth's most significant natural treasures, is currently experiencing its hottest sea surface temperatures in four centuries. According to a study published in Nature, the first quarter of 2024 recorded a temperature rise of 0.19°C above the previous peak. This extreme warming is directly linked to extensive coral bl...
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Explained: Why Are Volunteers Guarding Oman's "Unique" Coral Reefs
On a sailing boat anchored off Oman's pristine Daymaniyat Islands, volunteer divers pull on wetsuits, check their scuba tanks and then take turns plunging into the clear turquoise water.
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Global Warming Kills 14 Per Cent Of World's Corals In A Decade: Survey
Dynamite fishing and pollution -- but mostly global warming -- wiped out 14% of world's coral reefs from 2009 to 2018, leaving graveyards of bleached skeletons where vibrant ecosystems once thrived, according to largest ever survey of coral health.
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Australia Hails 'Tremendous' UN Barrier Reef Decision
Australia has hailed a United Nations decision to keep the Great Barrier Reef off its in danger list as 'tremendous', but activists warned more must be done to improve the marine park's health.
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Australia Welcomes UN Call on Great Barrier Reef
Australia welcomed a draft decision by the United Nations to keep the Great Barrier Reef off its endangered list Saturday, but environmentalists warned of ongoing risks to the natural wonder.
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Swimming Is Illegal At This World-Famous Thailand Beach, Here's Why
Fines are issued for violations, with penalties reaching 5,000-10,000 baht (Rs 15,000-29,000) for ignoring the no-swimming rule at Maya Bay, Thailand.
-
10 Countries With The Largest Coral Reefs And How To Plan A Trip
These ten countries hold some of the most valuable coral reef systems in the world.
-
Earth May Have Crossed Its First Climate Tipping Point as Coral Reefs Collapse
Global coral reefs have reached a tipping point due to surging temperatures, warning of irreversible climate impacts on ecosystems and humans alike.
-
Our Oceans Are In Trouble: Here's How To Take Action Beyond The Outrage
Our oceans are in trouble. Catches from many of the world's fisheries are declining, with some fishing practices destroying enormous areas of the sea bed.
-
Scientists Warn of Alarming Rise in Marine Heat Waves and Its Impact on Oceans
Reports indicate a sharp rise in marine heat waves, with 2023–2024 experiencing a 240% increase compared to past years. Scientists warn of devastating effects on marine life, including mass die-offs, coral reef degradation, and increased storm intensity. Coastal communities are at risk as extreme weather events linked to warming oceans become mor...
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Ocean Acidification Study: Carbon Emissions Driving Deeper Chemical Changes in Oceans
A study in Science Advances by researchers from ETH Zurich highlights the escalating depth of ocean acidification, driven by carbon emissions since the industrial era. By 2014, acidification had penetrated to an average depth of 1,000 metres, with some regions affected as deep as 1,500 metres. Using a 3D model, the study explores the altered marine...
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Scientists Discover World's Largest Coral Discovered in Solomon Islands
A giant coral reef, the largest ever recorded, has been discovered in the Solomon Islands, measuring 111 feet wide and 104 feet long. This reef is estimated to be 300-500 years old, offering a vital habitat for marine life. Scientists are concerned about the threats it faces, including overfishing and climate change, both of which could jeopardize ...
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Great Barrier Reef Faces Hottest Ocean Temperatures in 400 Years, Threatening Coral Survival
The Great Barrier Reef, one of Earth's most significant natural treasures, is currently experiencing its hottest sea surface temperatures in four centuries. According to a study published in Nature, the first quarter of 2024 recorded a temperature rise of 0.19°C above the previous peak. This extreme warming is directly linked to extensive coral bl...
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Explained: Why Are Volunteers Guarding Oman's "Unique" Coral Reefs
On a sailing boat anchored off Oman's pristine Daymaniyat Islands, volunteer divers pull on wetsuits, check their scuba tanks and then take turns plunging into the clear turquoise water.
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Global Warming Kills 14 Per Cent Of World's Corals In A Decade: Survey
Dynamite fishing and pollution -- but mostly global warming -- wiped out 14% of world's coral reefs from 2009 to 2018, leaving graveyards of bleached skeletons where vibrant ecosystems once thrived, according to largest ever survey of coral health.
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Australia Hails 'Tremendous' UN Barrier Reef Decision
Australia has hailed a United Nations decision to keep the Great Barrier Reef off its in danger list as 'tremendous', but activists warned more must be done to improve the marine park's health.
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Australia Welcomes UN Call on Great Barrier Reef
Australia welcomed a draft decision by the United Nations to keep the Great Barrier Reef off its endangered list Saturday, but environmentalists warned of ongoing risks to the natural wonder.
