Recently, spaceborne active lidars relying on backscattered laser signal can observe thin clouds, but the laser beam cannot penetrate clouds with large optical thickness. The new generation ...

KwaZulu-Natal’s economy received a significant boost with the official launch of the R1.4 billion North Oceans Umhlanga Residential Tower on 25 July 2025 in uMhlanga, Durban.

Heat waves aren't just getting worse on land, the majority of the world's oceans are experiencing record-breaking temperatures too. These marine heat waves are getting longer, more intense and ...

Explore four of the most intriguing mysteries of the world's oceans, combining scientific theory with real-world discovery. From unexplained deep-sea phenomena to historic maritime puzzles, this ...

The extreme marine heatwaves of 2023 may signal a tipping point for Earth's climate, a new study suggests.

A rare species of sea snail, Janthina janthina, was found at a SoCal beach. These creatures are known for their vibrant violet shells and the bubble rafts they create to stay afloat.

The extreme marine heatwaves of 2023 may signal a tipping point for Earth's climate, a new study suggests.

Many ‘dark vessels’ fish illegally in oceans worldwide. New studies show how often they go into Marine Protected Areas.

Ocean pollutionis a major global problem.It is growing and directly affects human health. Philip Landrigan, epidemiologist, pediatrician Many people have been to ocean and Gulf shores and have shaken ...

Although balloons are associated with celebrations and joy, they wreak havoc on marine ecosystems. When ecosystems get thrown off balance, the effects ripple across our food chain. Plus, local ...

The Pacific island nation of Vanuatu is living with the daily realities of climate change, as intensifying cyclones, rising seas and saltwater intrusion reshape its coasts and disrupt life.