Scientists have spotted a planet that doesn’t fit the usual categories we know. The world, called L 98‑59 d, was first spotted in 2019 but recent telescope data has opened a window into its bizarre climate. It is about one and a half times bigger than Earth, both in size and mass, making it a rocky
The latest climate data shows the planet is heating faster than ever. 2025 has become one of the hottest years recorded, with temperatures exceeding pre‑industrial levels by more than 1. 4°C. This sharp rise follows a trend that has accelerated since the mid‑2010s, despite growing investments in ren
The ocean floor is a mystery. We have lots of pictures, but making sense of them is hard. People usually do this by hand. It takes a long time and costs a lot. But there's a new tool called Squidle+. It's changing the game. Squidle+ uses something called machine learning. This is like teaching a co
Scientists from Seoul National University are using tiny tags on Weddell seals to learn how a warming ocean is changing life beneath Antarctica’s ice. They first capture the seals on sea‑ice near Thwaites Glacier by carefully approaching from behind and gently darting a sedative into the animal’s
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is stepping into a new role. Instead of focusing on science, it's now helping private companies find minerals on the ocean floor. This shift is part of a push to start deep-sea mining in the Pacific Ocean. Deep-sea mining is a controversial
Climate change is hitting us harder in the wallet than we realized, especially when it comes to the ocean. A recent study shows that the economic damage from greenhouse gas emissions is almost double what we previously thought. The reason? We've been ignoring the ocean's role in this mess. For year
A weird-looking fish called a Mola mola surprised surfers near San Diego. It floated close to the shore and later washed up dead. This fish is known for its odd shape. It has a big, flat body and a tiny mouth. People who saw it thought it was a shark at first because of its tall fin. The fish is th
Under the waves off Catalina Island, a vibrant world thrives, and one artist is bringing it to life on land. Oriana Poindexter, a marine scientist and artist, has created an exhibit that lets visitors experience the kelp forests without getting wet. The Catalina Museum for Art and History is hostin
In 2025, science made some pretty cool discoveries. One of the most talked-about findings was that Taylor Swift's concerts caused small earthquakes. Researchers in Ireland noticed that the crowd's energy at her concerts was so intense that it created measurable seismic activity. The songs "Love Stor
Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) is a method that aims to reduce the effects of ocean acidification and help marine life. It's been suggested that OAE could potentially help marine creatures that make shells or skeletons out of calcium carbonate, known as marine calcifiers. However, recent studies
