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  2 days ago

  The Impact of Plastic Pollution on Marine Life

  Animals Around The Globe - Freddie Hiney

  Plastic pollution is a severe environmental issue, especially affecting our oceans. Each year, millions of tons of plastic waste enter marine …

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  GDRC | Global Development

  

  6 days ago

  Global Ocean Temperatures Remain at Record Highs in Early 2025

  Weather Fox - Nelleke van Niekerk, BSc Food Science and Biochemistry

  Is it surprising that the vast oceans, covering more than 70% of our planet, are now warmer than they’ve ever been? As the early months of 2025 …

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  6 days ago

  The Earth's oceans used to be green — and could one day turn purple, scientists say

  Live Science - Cédric M. John

  Earth's oceans could one day turn purple. Nearly three fourths of Earth is covered by oceans, making the planet look like a pale blue dot from space. …

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  6 days ago

  Global Governance Just Won Big — As The U.S. Left The Room

  Forbes - Ingmar Rentzhog

  On April 11, 2025, the world achieved something rare: a legally binding global climate agreement. The United States didn’t vote—they walked out, warning others to follow or face consequences. But 63 nations stayed. And they passed the deal. That’s not just diplomacy. That’s global governance, alive …

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  Scientists sound alarm on disturbing phenomenon emerging in the Arctic: 'Wide-ranging ... ramifications'

  thecooldown.com - Timothy McGill

  As Atlantic waters move farther into the Arctic — a phenomenon known as atlantification — they are bringing increasing warmth and saltiness, driving …

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  Scientists issue dire warning after making disturbing discovery at the bottom of the ocean: 'Critical'

  thecooldown.com - Leo Collis

  The ocean floor remains one of the last unexplored areas of the planet. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, only 26.1% …