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The Ganges River is drying faster than ever — Here’s what it means for the region and the world

  The Ganges flows through ancient Varanasi, India. Yavuz Sariyildiz/Shutterstock The Ganges, a lifeline for hundreds of millions across South…

3 weeks ago

Otters spotted in Kashmir waters, and residents are both thrilled and wary

Long believed to be extinct, Eurasian otters show signs of resurgence, with three sightings by Indian wildlife officers in two…

5 months ago

Earth’s Oceans Were Once Green, Says Study of Volcanic Waters

Nearly three fourths of Earth is covered by oceans, making the planet look like a pale blue dot from space. But Japanese…

7 months ago

Global oxygen drain: Inland waters now consume more oxygen than they produce, researchers raise red flag

Oxygen is central to life — not just for breathing, but for powering the vital cycles of carbon and nitrogen.…

9 months ago

Oxygen is running low in inland waters—and human activities are to blame

Rivers, streams, lakes, and reservoirs aren't just scenic parts of our landscape—they're also vital engines for life on Earth. These…

9 months ago

Rare sea animals known for hour-long dives spotted in Antarctica waters

A team of researchers has stumbled upon a rare species of sea creatures off the coast of Antarctica. They found…

1 year ago

Coral reefs around the world experiencing mass bleaching, scientists say

Scientists warn that many of the world’s reefs may not recover from the intense, prolonged heat stress. Along coastlines from…

2 years ago

What’s the Difference Between Flounder and Cod?

In particular, the cod and flounder are two fish that have garnered much attention and interest from researchers and enthusiasts…

2 years ago

Our Ocean Is Choking on Plastic—But It’s a Problem We Can Solve

A new analytical tool can show the main sources of plastic pollution and help governments determine how to best reduce…

3 years ago

UN delegates reach historic agreement on protecting marine biodiversity in international waters

“This action is a victory for multilateralism and for global efforts to counter the destructive trends facing ocean health, now and for…

3 years ago

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