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France mobilizes Charles de Gaulle for North Atlantic NATO mission LA FAYETTE 26
world2 days ago

France mobilizes Charles de Gaulle for North Atlantic NATO mission LA FAYETTE 26

France’s carrier strike group led by the nuclear-powered Charles de Gaulle has begun a North Atlantic deployment for mission LA FAYETTE 26, after departing Toulon on January 27 for the Orion 26 exercise, and will participate in NATO drills Steadfast Dart, Baltic Sentry, Neptune Strike, and Cold Response, including a historic port visit to Malmö, Sweden, as France strengthens maritime interoperability amid rising Russian activity and a shifting Arctic focus.

via navalnews.com|
#baltic-sea#charles-de-gaulle#la-fayet-26
Two Russian Sailors Freed After U.S. Seizure Ties Tanker to Sanctions
world28 days ago

Two Russian Sailors Freed After U.S. Seizure Ties Tanker to Sanctions

Two Russian sailors aboard the oil tanker Marinera, seized by the United States in the North Atlantic over sanctions concerns, have been released and are returning home. The vessel, previously Bella 1, was linked to a sanctions‑evading “shadow fleet,” but the fate of the rest of the crew remains unclear and U.S. prosecutors could pursue charges against others.

via themoscowtimes.com|
#north-atlantic#oil-tanker-marinera#russia-us-relations
North Atlantic Ocean Currents Show Signs of Critical Instability Threatening Global Climate
environment4 months ago

North Atlantic Ocean Currents Show Signs of Critical Instability Threatening Global Climate

A recent study using clam shell growth rings confirms that climate change is disrupting the North Atlantic subpolar gyre, a key ocean current system, which could lead to significant regional and global climate impacts, including more extreme weather, sea level rise, and shifts in ocean heat transport, signaling potential irreversible tipping points in Earth's climate systems.

via Inside Climate News|
#climate-change#environment#marine-science
"Atlantic Currents Slowing: Implications for Earth's Climate Tipping Points"
science-and-environment1 year ago

"Atlantic Currents Slowing: Implications for Earth's Climate Tipping Points"

A new study confirms that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), one of the world's most important ocean currents, has slowed substantially since the mid-90s. This weakening could have significant impacts on regional climates, potentially leading to colder winters in Europe and faster heating in the tropics. The study, which used extensive databases to measure the strength of AMOC, found a 20 percent reduction in the warm water transported by the Gulf Stream. While the study does not confirm an impending collapse of AMOC, it raises concerns about the potential for significant climate change and impacts on deep-water ecosystems.

via IFLScience|
#amoc#climate-change#north-atlantic
"Alarming Ocean Temperatures: A Harbinger of a Much Warmer World"
environment2 years ago

"Alarming Ocean Temperatures: A Harbinger of a Much Warmer World"

The North Atlantic ocean is currently experiencing record-breaking warmth, with sea surface temperatures running about 2 degrees Fahrenheit hotter than the average over the last three decades. This anomaly is a signal of the planet's overall warming and has significant implications for marine ecosystems, including altered plankton communities, smaller fish, and potential impacts on hurricane season. The warming is attributed to various factors, including human activities and natural phenomena. While preparations can be made, the long-term solution lies in reducing carbon emissions to mitigate the ongoing damage.

via Vox.com|
#climate-change#environment#hurricane-season
"Insights from Blue Whale Genes Challenge Inbreeding Expectations"
science2 years ago

"Insights from Blue Whale Genes Challenge Inbreeding Expectations"

Genomic research on blue whale carcasses revealed surprising findings about the North Atlantic population, showing less inbreeding and more genetic variation than expected despite a history of industrial whaling. The study, published in Conservation Genetics, suggests that the long reproductive cycle of blue whales may have prevented a genetic bottleneck. With fewer than 3,500 adult blue whales remaining in the North Atlantic, the findings provide hope for the conservation of this endangered species.

via The New York Times|
#blue-whale#conservation-genetics#genomic-research
Heartbreaking Footage Reveals Orca's Desperate Struggle for Survival
animal-conservation2 years ago

Heartbreaking Footage Reveals Orca's Desperate Struggle for Survival

The final moments of an adult orca, known as Hunchy, have been captured in what is believed to be the first footage of its kind. Whale-watchers observed two younger orcas holding Hunchy at the surface to help him breathe, indicating that he was in trouble. The footage shows Hunchy floating motionless before sinking, while the younger orcas attempted to "activate" him. This could be the first time the death of an adult orca has been filmed in the North Atlantic, shedding light on how orcas behave when a member of their group is dying.

via Yahoo Life|
#animal-behavior#animal-conservation#conservation
"Potential Criminal Charges Loom for American Authorities in Titan Sub Tragedy"
crime2 years ago

"Potential Criminal Charges Loom for American Authorities in Titan Sub Tragedy"

American authorities are reportedly considering filing criminal manslaughter charges in relation to the doomed Titan sub, which imploded in June during a dive to the wreck of the Titanic in the North Atlantic, resulting in the deaths of all five passengers on board. The investigation is said to be focusing on those aboard the support vessel, Polar Prince, as well as current and former OceanGate staff, and individuals in the underwater exploration community who repeatedly warned about the sub's safety.

via Daily Mail|
#crime#criminal-charges#investigation
Tragic Journey: Four Brothers' Perilous Migration Ends in Heartbreak
migration2 years ago

Tragic Journey: Four Brothers' Perilous Migration Ends in Heartbreak

Four brothers from Senegal embarked on a perilous journey from Senegal to the Canary Islands, a dangerous migrant route in the North Atlantic. After five weeks at sea, only one brother, Adama, survived. The pirogue they were on, carrying 101 people, drifted for weeks without being noticed. The brothers faced starvation, dehydration, and witnessed the deaths of 63 people. Poverty and lack of opportunities in Senegal drive many young people to risk their lives on these dangerous migration routes. Despite the tragedies, some fishermen in Senegal are still willing to take the risk.

via BBC|
#canary-islands#fishing#migrant-route
Record-breaking North Atlantic Ocean temperatures raise concerns
environment2 years ago

Record-breaking North Atlantic Ocean temperatures raise concerns

The North Atlantic Ocean has reached its highest-ever recorded temperature of 24.9 degrees Celsius (76.8°F), surpassing the previous record set in September 2022, according to preliminary data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). This record-breaking temperature comes earlier in the year than usual, with the North Atlantic typically reaching its peak temperature in early September. The Mediterranean Sea also recently reached its highest temperature on record. Scientists warn that these rising ocean temperatures are a result of global warming and climate change, with the North Atlantic expected to continue warming throughout August.

via Phys.org|
#climate-change#environment#global-warming