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Ocean Calls

Beat them or eat them? What would you do with an invasive species?

Should we beat them, or eat them? In this episode of Ocean Calls, we’re embarking on a journey to unravel the mysteries of invasive species in EU waters. They unsettle the delicate balance of marine ecosystems, so what can we do about them?

Travel News

What is reef-friendly sunscreen and does it really protect the ocean?

Your sun protection could be damaging coral reefs. Here's what you can do about it.

Nature

Newly approved Nature Restoration Law a ‘vital boost’ to biodiversity

What is the EU's Nature Restoration Law? Inside the first-of-its-kind regulation.

Ocean

Seaweed farming: a new lifeline for fishers facing declining catches

In partnership with the European Commission

Seaweed has long been considered a healthy and enriching delicacy in many cultures. But with fish stocks under pressure it's becoming an important alternative source of revenue to traditional fishing and aquaculture in Europe.

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Ocean

Interview: the EU Algae initiative helps fishers become ocean farmers

In partnership with the European Commission

Despite marine management efforts over decades Europe's fish stocks are still under pressure. The EU is supporting fishers turning to seaweed farming as an alternative livelihood.

Earth News

Small island states win ‘historic legal victory’ at UN ocean court

The International Tribunal on the Law of the Sea found that carbon emissions can be considered a marine pollutant.

Climate

'Crazy' ocean heat is killing coral reefs like never before

'This wouldn't be happening without climate change', said the head of the United States' Coral Reef Watch Program

Nature

Climate change could mean oceans filled with jellyfish

Warming waters could see these transparent gelatinous creatures’ habitat spread north towards the poles.

Nature

Scientists are piecing together the sperm whale ‘alphabet’

Researchers have been trying for decades to piece together what their clicks mean with little progress - until now.

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.

Earth News

'Blood sport': Controversial whale slaughter begins in Faroe Islands

Critics say the practice is cruel and unnecessary, though defenders claim it is an integral part of island life and resist what they see as meddling by outsiders.

Nature

Scientists make ‘amazing discovery’ of rare shark pups in Galápagos

The scientists were also able to tag one of the elusive species for the first time, and hope their findings will lead to greater protection.

Destinations

Here’s why you should visit the Scilly Isles - before it’s too late

If you’re thinking of hitting the beach in Cornwall this summer, why not stretch yourself out to the UK’s southernmost point?

Nature

Europe’s largest reef is on a mission to save the world’s corals

A Netherlands zoo has planted self-bred corals that could one day repopulate heat stressed reefs.

Earth News

EU votes to ratify landmark High Seas Treaty

The vote is an important signal to the rest of the world that the EU is serious about prioritising greater ocean protection.

Climate Now

What’s the state of the European climate today?

In partnership with Copernicus

More devastating wildfires and scorching temperatures, but also more rain and flooding. We asked experts to weigh in on the state of Europe's climate today, and how we can adapt to rapid changes.

Nature

Euroviews. To save our oceans, we need leaders ready to challenge the status quo

It’s safe to say we put the oceans through a lot. And it takes bold action to counteract these harsh effects. Yet, there is still hope for the oceans and our planet's future, actor Ted Danson writes in a Euronews exclusive.

Climate

World’s coral reefs hit by fourth mass bleaching event

This is the second global coral bleaching event in 10 years due to warming oceans.

Europe News

Euroviews. In Greece, renewable energy achievements are no hot air

Wind will only get us partway to our objective. Time is running out: ocean-based wind, solar, tidal, and carbon storage will all have to be on the table if we hope to meet our goal, Greek Minister of Environment and Energy Theodoros Skylakakis writes.

Europe News

Octopus cannibalism among fears for pioneer cephalopod farm

NGOs are uniting against a pioneering octopus farm citing fears of cruelty including risk of cannibalism, while a forthcoming revision of animal welfare rules may see the European Commission plunge into the debate.