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A Fiery New Island Is Emerging from the Pacific Ocean—And Scientists Are Keeping a Close Eye on It

A dramatic transformation is taking place in the South Pacific, where a newly formed volcanic island is emerging from the ocean. Located in Tonga’s Home Reef, this growing landmass is the result of a ...
The New York Times

Eleuthera Offers a Rugged, Out-Island Experience That Lingers

The narrow Bahamian island boasts miles of mostly empty beaches, walking trails, turquoise ocean waters and other natural wonders, with no major resorts or high-end shopping. By Eric Lipton Twin Coves ...
USA Today

Have you tried snuba? This cruise line's private island offers a unique experience

Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve is a private island in the Bahamas owned by MSC Cruises. The island was the site of industrial mining of aragonite sand before it was abandoned. MSC is restoring the ...
Mongabay

Rising seas won’t reduce ocean borders of small island nations, UN court rules

A landmark opinion from the United Nations International Court of Justice has ruled that rising sea levels caused by climate change do not require countries to redraw their maritime borders. Small ...
Mongabay

With coral-rich Churna Island now an MPA, Pakistan takes baby steps on ocean protection

If you liked this story, share it with other people. In September 2024, Churna Island and the sea surrounding it became Pakistan’s second designated marine protected area, home to a variety of corals ...