Sharks vital to oceans, call for more protection

Shark conservation must go beyond simply protecting shark populations—it must prioritize protecting the ecological roles of sharks, according to new research at the University of Hawaiʻi. Read more here.

BRIN gets 5oo research samples from maritime research team

The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has received 500 underwater research samples from the Indonesia Mission 2024 team comprising BRIN, the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment, and non-profit organization OceanX staff. Read more here.

Oxygen made metal redefines scientific understanding

Scientists previously believed that oxygen was strictly formed as a byproduct of photosynthesizing plants. However, these oxygen-producing bits of metal, called polymetallic nodules, were found in the deep ocean, far beyond the reach of the sun’s rays. Read more here.

Holidaymakers urged to reduce, reuse or recycle swimming inflatables

More than half (53%) of sunseekers said they will throw away their inflatable this year, according to a YourSayPays poll of 1,000 adults on behalf of Thomas Cook. Read more here.

Ocean Wise pulls label from some Alaskan Salmon fisheries

Sustainability group says there are questions over impact of Alaskan fisheries on chinook salmon heading south. Read more here.