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In 1992, a container ship lost 28,800 unsinkable plastic bath toys in the North Pacific, helping oceanographer find oceans' invisible highways from Alaska to Scotland- US farmers to get $26.5 million in new grants as USDA backs beef producers and rural businesses across America
- Crab egg predator found for the first time off US Pacific Coast: Tiny crustacean living on crab eggs has scientists worried about California fisheries
- US watches Chinese research ships near Alaska, ArcticThe US Coast Guard is closely monitoring Chinese research vessels operating near Alaska and across the Arctic, citing potential security im...21 Sep, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
- Asian Games 2026: Typhoon approaches eastern Japan, prompting flood and landslide warningsA powerful typhoon is approaching Japan's Pacific coast bringing torrential rain and violent winds. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned ...21 Sep, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
- In 2017, Japan tested a twin-turbine machine in the Kuroshio Current; the floating device later showed it could generate 100 kW from the Pacific’s “river”Japan's innovative Kairyu turbine has achieved a significant milestone by effectively harnessing strong ocean currents to generate electric...20 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
- In 1980s, sea otters gradually returned to California's coastlines after being nearly extinct. Their return restored kelp forests, reduced carbon emissions and floodingOnce hunted to extinction for their pelts, sea otters gradually returned to the Californian coastlines. Their comeback reduced the sea urch...20 Sep, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
- In 1937, Amelia Earhart vanished while flying around the world. 89 years later, her disappearance remains unresolved despite searches, theories and new expeditionsAmelia Earhart vanished in 1937 while attempting a global flight. Her aircraft disappeared over the Pacific Ocean during a journey. An exte...19 Sep, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
- Shell-led LNG Canada partners may take Phase 2 FID as early as OctoberLNG Canada partners may decide on a Phase 2 expansion next month. This expansion would double the facility's export capacity to twenty-eigh...18 Sep, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
- El Niño arrived early. Why its impact was felt from India to the Panama CanalEl Niño's early onset has triggered a cascade of atypical weather events worldwide. India faced not only monsoon challenges but also signif...17 Sep, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
- Boeing Plant 2 became obsolete by 2010 after building B-17s and early 737s; demolition reused nearly 100,000 tons of crushed concrete as backfill on the Seattle siteIn Seattle, the iconic Boeing Plant 2 has been dismantled, with a remarkable recycling initiative repurposing nearly 100,000 tons of concre...14 Sep, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- In 2013, Bryan Cranston finished a 2,450-square-foot net-zero beach house in Ventura County with a rooftop solar array; 8 years later, it sold for $5.45 millionBryan Cranston's recent sale of his sustainable home highlights the growing value of green building practices in real estate. The eco-consc...14 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- Vanuatu ferry sinks in rough seas, at least 1 dead and 30 missingOne person died and thirty remain missing after a ferry sank off Vanuatu's coast. The vessel MV Matui departed Santo for Ambae island in ro...13 Sep, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
- Galapagos Islands' unique animal, plants served as basis for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, in 2026 El Nino threatens to wipe out concentration of species not found elsewhere on EarthCharles Darwin Foundation data shows that aftermath of the 1998 El Nino — one of the most powerful and destructive cycles — only 400 of the...13 Sep, 2026, 01.44 AM IST
- In 2020, Trump administration pushed for developing Seafood industry, California is taking steps to build kelp farm in U.S. in region known for strawberries, avocadosProposal to grow kelp off Ventura County comes as the Trump administration seeks to promote commercial aquaculture. The National Oceanic an...13 Sep, 2026, 01.24 AM IST
- US latitude, longitude and elevation are about to change by up to 4 metres: Why America is replacing its 40-year-old GPS reference systemThe US is preparing to replace its decades-old latitude, longitude and elevation reference systems, NAD 83 and NAVD 88. The change could ma...11 Sep, 2026, 10.55 PM IST
- Strange 8.5-inch object found in California creek turns out to be 10,000-year-old mastodon tooth; scientist says, “I had chills and shivers up and down my spine”A researcher surveying a San Mateo County creek for a frog habitat stumbled upon a remarkably preserved Pacific mastodon molar, a rare Ice ...11 Sep, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
- Panama Canal considering more cuts in transits due to El NinoThe Panama Canal might experience additional constraints on shipping traffic due to a severe drought exacerbated by a strong El Niño. Curre...11 Sep, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
- In 1850, California became 31st state of United States, more than 170 years later home to Hollywood poses strict challenge to Donald Trump, becomes key US House race to watch in midterm elections 2026California’s proposed admission immediately became part of the national debate over slavery. The territory sought admission as a free state...10 Sep, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
- Is China behind California’s 2017 catastrophic rain? New study finds a surprising 'climate teleconnection' linking the Rocky Mountains and Tibetan PlateauIs China behind California’s 2017 catastrophic rain? Recent studies indicate that unusually warm temperatures on the Tibetan Plateau have a...10 Sep, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
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