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Killer whales freed after being trapped under ice

A pod of killer whales, which captured hearts around the world, as they lay trapped beneath a vast stretch of sea ice off the coast of Canada, may have finally escaped.

Giant squid found in ocean depths

For the first time ever, scientists have observed a giant squid in its natural habitat and are learning more about its life in the depths of the ocean.

Giant mussel rescued from around shipwreck

Scientists intervene to protect rare giant mussels found under the wreck of the capsized cruise ship Costa Concordia.

Whale freed from shark net in Australia

A juvenile humpback whale is freed after becoming tangled in a shark net off Australia’s Gold Coast.

Beetroot Cured Ocean Trout with Dill Sauce

This colourful dish is the perfect way to celebrate the warmer season. Cure ocean trout in season beetroot in gin […]

Ocean acidification threatens global shellfish stocks

Global shellfish populations, including oysters, mussels and crabs, are under increasing pressure, brought about by ocean acidification.

Radioactive tuna may raise risks of cancer

Nuclear professor says radioactive tuna caught off California can produce a small inscrease in cancer risks. MiNDFOOD Reports.

World Oceans Day 2011

Deep-sea volcanoes play key climate role

A vast network of under-sea volcanoes pumping out nutrient-rich water in the Southern Ocean plays a key role in soaking up large amounts of carbon dioxide, acting as a brake on climate change, scientists say.

Sea Shepherd targets tuna fishing

The Sea Shepherd conservation group’s ship the Steve Irwin has left Hobart with the goal of protecting bluefin tuna in the Mediterranean Sea, reports MiNDFOOD.

Forty-eight hours in Long Beach

Today celebrities and tourists still relax and enjoy the scenic and historic charm of the city, reports MiNDFOOD.

“Spy flights” rile Australia

Australia’s government has come under pressure from lawmakers to block “spy flights” launched by Japanese whalers from Australian airports to foil hardline anti-whaling activists in the Southern Ocean, reports MiNDFOOD.

Great Barrier Reef ‘overrun by weeds’

It is one of the natural wonders of the world but the Great Barrier Reef is almost constantly at risk, MiNDFOOD reports.

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