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Amy, Violet and Wubbo: Is your name on this year’s storm list?

The UK's Met Office has revealed its storm names for the 2025-2026 season which were all nominated by the public.

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Hidden tectonic fault near Portugal may explain Lisbon earthquakes

A fissure in the tectonic plate 200 kilometres off the coast of Cabo de São Vicente (Sagres) may be the cause of major Lisbon earthquakes, like the one in 1755.

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Beaches in France shutter after venomous Portuguese man o'war sighted

The marine creature Physalia physalis — which resemble jellyfish — washed up along the Atlantic coast and beaches in France's Landes region.

Climate

Experts predict up to 19 named storms this Atlantic hurricane season

A normal season has 14 named storms, seven of which strengthen to hurricanes and three power up further to major hurricanes.

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Climate

Scientists say Europe is safe from collapse of vital Atlantic, for now

Researchers say the results of new computer simulations should be "reassuring" but are no greenlight for complacency.

Mauritania

Dozens of Pakistani migrants feared to have drowned in Atlantic Ocean

Their boat capsized off West Africa's Atlantic coastline, which has emerged as a primary point of departure for migrants aiming to reach Europe.

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US offshore drilling ban: Can this 'epic ocean victory' survive Trump?

Days before leaving office, Biden has made a move that environmental groups are “thrilled and thankful’’ for.

Climate

Is the climate crisis to blame for the lack of clouds?

Scientists have found a surprising explanation for unusually sudden global temperature rises: disappearing clouds.

Climate

Scientists warn collapse of key ocean current could be ‘catastrophic’

AMOC collapse would bring severe global climate repercussions, with Europe bearing the brunt of the consequences.

Nature

Portugal hopes to inspire the world with major new ocean protections

An estimated 190,000 small MPAs in coastal regions and 300 large MPAs are needed to reach the UN target of protecting 30% of oceans and land by 2030.

World News

US authorities ignored complaint about Titan sub safety: ex-employee

The US Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation is convening a public hearing into the Titan submersible disaster, which imploded during a descent to the wreck of the Titanic, killing five people onboard.

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Lost Titanic statue rediscovered in decades-first expedition

RMS Titanic Inc., a Georgia-based firm that legally owns the rights to the 112-year-old wreck, completed its first expedition since 2010 and unveiled new images from the site on Monday.

USA

One year after Titan tragedy, explorers gear up for Titanic return

After the privately owned Titan submarine imploded with five passengers onboard last June, plans to explore the famous sunken vessel continue.

Nature

Number of fish on US overfishing list sunk to new low in 2023

The figures are a sign of healthy fisheries, federal officials said.

Green News

Is climate change to blame for ‘extremely active’ hurricane forecast?

This is the highest prediction for hurricanes that CSU has ever issued with its April outlook.

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Love exploring less-travelled places? St Helena is an island paradise

Natural wonders. Napoleon's exile. A remote island in the South Atlantic is now easier to reach