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Meet a Marine Biologist Who Tracks Great Hammerhead Sharks to Save Them
Marine Ecologist and Nat Geo Explorer
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The Mission Behind ‘The One Last Wave Project'
This is just the beginning for the One Last Wave Project, and creator Dan Fischer is honoring not only his father’s legacy but others, too.
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The One Last Wave Project
This is just the beginning for the One Last Wave Project, and creator Dan Fischer is honoring not only his father’s legacy but others, too.
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Moananuiākea: Hawaiians' First Name for the Pacific Ocean
European explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived in an unfamiliar ocean in 1520, naming it the Pacific. But Polynesian civilizations had discovered the ocean centuries earlier — and named it differently.
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Ocean Life Projected to Die Off in Mass Extinction If Emissions Remain High
Marine animals could die off at a level rivaling the biggest mass extinctions in geologic history if people don’t curb greenhouse gas emissions.
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The ‘Graveyard of the Atlantic' Is Still Wrecking Boats Off the Outer Banks of NC
Off the Outer Banks of North Carolina, a collision of currents plus a maze of hidden shoals have created an treacherous environment for ships that earned its nickname as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic.” NBCLX contributor Greg Bledsoe brings his Family Geography Project to the Outer Banks to learn about the conditions that have endangered sailors for generations — and...
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Tsunami Advisory in Effect for Hawaii and US West Coast Following Volcanic Eruption
An undersea volcano erupted in spectacular fashion near the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday, sending large tsunami waves crashing across the shore and people rushing to higher ground. A tsunami advisory was in effect for Hawaii and the U.S. Pacific coast.
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Jawsome! Dive Into Discovery's ‘Shark Week' Now Through Sunday
Looking for something to binge this summer? Shark Week 2021 kicked off Sunday on the Discovery Channel and runs through July 18.
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Sent From RI, Message in a Bottle Travels Across the Atlantic Ocean
A Portuguese teenager has found a message in a bottle that traveled at least 2,400 miles from a Vermont teenager. Christian Santos, 17, was spearfishing in the Azores when he found a crumpled plastic bottle that was tossed into the sea near Rhode Island in 2018, The Boston Globe reported. Santos’ mother, Molly Santos, posted a photo of the note on…
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Here Are 5 Tips to Stay Safe During Your Beach Day
Here are some tips to ensure that you and your loved ones stay safe during your next beach day.
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Sharks: An Up Close Look at the Ocean's Vulnerable Apex Predator
Sharks aren’t mindless killers — they are smart, social creatures that play a vital role in the ocean ecosystem. But globally, tens of millions of sharks are killed every year. LX News host Tabitha Lipkin took a swim with some sharks to teach us more about why we should care about their fate, and what we can do to help...
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Interceptor 005 Traps Water Pollution Before It Enters the Sea in Malaysia
Dutch non-profit organization The Ocean Cleanup created the Interceptor 005 with a sponsorship from UK band Coldplay.
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Divers Participate in Underwater Easter Egg Hunt in Florida
The annual underwater Easter egg hunt in the Florida Keys is also a fundraiser to help local children in need.
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NOAA to Allow More Harvest of Dogfish in Coming Year
Federal fishing regulators are considering letting commercial fishermen catch more of a species of shark in the coming year. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said it’s considering allowing more harvest of spiny dogfish in the 2021-22 fishing year. Fishermen catch dogfish off the East Coast. The top producing states include Massachusetts and Virginia. NOAA said the proposed revisions...
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Anna Rossi Says Goodbye To 2020 By Jumping Into The Freezing Ocean With Her Daughter
This mother and daughter duo jumped into the ocean at Crane Beach in Ipswich, MA. It was 33 degrees outside, this was Anna’s way to say goodbye to 2020.
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Luxe Life: Take A Tour Of This Seaside Malibu Palace
Nestled in the most ideal location of Malibu’s famed Broad Beach, this architectural tour-de-force offers features and amenities that most can only dream of. ‘Luxe Life With Derek Z’ is bringing us on a tour with listing agent Alessandro Corona of Douglas Elliman, with over 120 feet of Pacific Ocean frontage on an acre of completely utilized land, you can live...
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Meet the Founder of 4ocean, the Company Pulling a Pound of Trash From the Ocean for Every Product Sold
The co-founder of 4ocean is trying to solve a global problem with his growing business: trash in the oceans. Co-founder Alex Schulze said the company is also offering stable ocean-cleaning jobs to local fishermen in countries like Indonesia, Haiti, Guatemala and here in the U.S.
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Scientists Are Studying Antarctic Sea Spiders to Learn About Climate Change
Sea spiders are marine anthropods that can grow as large as a dinner plate and breathe through hundreds of pores. The New York Times takes a deep dive into sea spider research, which is teaching scientists about climate change.
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Hello, Humidity! Get Ready for Summer Weather This Week
Summer warmth is expanding across New England on Tuesday, but the cold ocean water has set up a battle that, at times, is evident in the sky in eastern New England. Tuesday morning dawned with lots of clouds in New England, but also dense pockets of fog in eastern New England where cool, moist ocean air drifted inland overnight. This...
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A Timeless Home Just Steps from the Ocean
We’re at Rockaway Beach for a look at an impressive abode just steps from the water. The home is filled with generous entertaining ares from the formal to the relaxed – all accentuated with classic architectural details, giving the home a timeless elegance. And if the manicured backyard isn’t enough for you, well, just head to the beach. Link...