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Coral reefs’ fate tied to ocean forces hidden below the surface, say scientists
Nation.Cymru
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August 18, 2025
The coral reef at Havelock in Andaman. Photo Ritiks is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license. New research led by Welsh scientists reveals that many predictions about the future impact of climate change...
Sustainably Sourced Tvati Pet Mobility & Joint Massage Oil Offers Revolutionary Relief
Pet Age - New Jersey
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August 14, 2025
With a commitment to blending time-honored medicinal practices and modern scientific knowledge, Tvati Pet has introduced its natural mobility and joint support massage oil that is sustainably sourced from the Cook Islands and made in the U.S.A....
Hōkūleʻa makes final French Polynesia port call before continuing on to the Cook Islands
Maui Now - Hawaii
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Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrive in Bora Bora. PC: Polynesian Voyaging Society / Michael Wilson Polynesian voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrived in Bora Bora on Sunday after a two-day sail from Tautira, Tahiti. Bora Bora is the final port...
Viking sets sail with new 2027-2028 World Cruise Itineraries
Travel Press
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August 18, 2025
Viking has announced its new 2027-2028 World Cruise itineraries, including the Viking World Cruise, which will journey around the world in 142 days, visiting 31 countries with 62 guided tours in distinct ports of call and overnight stays in 16...
French Polynesia, Cook Islands sign air services agreement
RNZ
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August 5, 2025
Cook Islands and French Polynesia leaders Mark Brown and Moetai Brotherson have signed an agreement on airlinks. 5 August 2025. Photo: Présidence de la Polynésie French Polynesia and the Cook Islands have signed an air services agreement (ASA)...
I went on a Paul Gauguin cruise around French Polynesia. I didn't want to leave
The Points Guy
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August 6, 2025
I was five days into a seven-day voyage on the French Polynesia-based Paul Gauguin when the wild thoughts began. Do I really have to go back? Couldn't I just stay here forever? Lounging by the pool on the 330-passenger Paul Gauguin Cruises vessel...
Sailboat carrying US $381M in drugs from Mexico intercepted in French Polynesia
Mexico News Daily
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August 4, 2025
France announced over the weekend that officers in French Polynesia made a historic drug bust, seizing approximately US $381 million worth of cocaine and methamphetamine found on a sailing vessel. The sailboat was en route to Australia from...
Childhood dreams of breathing underwater inspired fish physiology career
Cosmos
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August 17, 2025
Dr Jodie Rummer with a blacktip reef shark, French Polynesia. Credit Tom Vierus A gift of snorkelling gear and trip to Florida was all it took to hook 8-year-old Jodie Rummer into marine science. “Wow, that was it for me!” recalls Rummer, now...
ATOBA Energy and Air Moana Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deployment in French Polynesia
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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LYON, France & PAPEETE, French Polynesia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2025-- ATOBA Energy and Air Moana have signed an agreement to implement scalable solutions for the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This strategic collaboration aims to...
Ponant announces new French Polynesia itineraries for 2026-27
Travel Press
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July 21, 2025
Ponant is deepening its presence in French Polynesia with the introduction of brand-new winter itineraries aboard Le Jacques Cartier beginning with the 2026-27 season. These new itineraries complement the Group’s long-established leadership in the...
After two-year Darwin-inspired voyage, young scientists return with climate warning and hope
Malay Mail
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August 2, 2025
ROTTERDAM, Aug 2 — After a two-year around-the-world ocean voyage inspired by Charles Darwin, scientists and crew sailed home on a historic vessel into Rotterdam yesterday bearing a warning about climate change—but also a message of hope. The...
16 breathtaking images from the 2025 Ocean Photographer of the Year contest
Popular Science
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August 17, 2025
Oceans cover 71 percent of our planet. Inside these mighty waters, creatures massive and tiny struggle to adapt to warming waters and habitat destruction. The 2025 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition celebrates Big Blue’s striking beauty...
Pacific region sets out climate targets at UN Bonn dialogue
Pacific Community (SPC)
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At the UN climate talks in Bonn, Pacific nations called for urgent and fairer climate finance to deliver NDC3.0, warning that delays are costing lives and stalling action. Pacific Island countries are calling for faster and fairer access to...
Pioneer Days Schedule! Plus, Hurricane Prep, Clean Water Talks, Family Fun, and Community Events Fill August Calendar
The Englewood Review - Florida
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August 16, 2025
From storm safety training and conservation lectures to book sales, bike rodeos, and Pioneer Days traditions, Charlotte and Sarasota counties are buzzing with events for all ages this August. The Englewood Pioneer Days Celebration Is On! Pioneer...
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrive at Bora Bora
Big Island Now - Hawaii
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August 14, 2025
Polynesian voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia on Aug. 9 arrived in Bora Bora — their final port of call in French Polynesia before continuing on to Rarotonga in the Cook Islands — after a 2-day sail from Tautira, Tahiti. Photo Courtesy:...
Loss and Damage poised for top-level spotlight at Pacific Islands Forum...
Pacific News Service
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By Ednal Palmer in Apia Samoa Climate change induced-Loss and Damage stands the chance of being featured at the Pacific’s highest political gathering — the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) — when leaders meet in Honiara, Solomon Islands, this...
Antarctica or Australia? These world cruises cover every corner
The Times
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Can’t decide where to sail on your next cruise? On a round-the-world voyage, you can tick off every destination on your wish list in one go, without the hassle of booking several trips, juggling connections or even unpacking more than once....
Fish cleaning and reef innovation: inside Kamoka’s pearl farming model
The Fish Site
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Built by three generations of the same family, through innovations in oyster cleaning and reef management, Kamoka demonstrates how small-scale farms can improve productivity while supporting marine biodiversity. A legacy born from the sea Kamoka...
The Dutch Golden Age painting that launched a thousand pearls today
Inquirer
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August 15, 2025
Even if some may find pearls old-fashioned, it’s hard to deny that pearls can brighten up a face. Art history has no shortage of gems, but a few of them gleam as far and wide as Johannes Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring.” The luminous portrait...
Viking announces new 2027-2028 World Cruise itineraries
Travel Weekly
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August 15, 2025
Viking has announced its new 2027-2028 World Cruise itineraries, including the Viking World Cruise which journeys around the world in 142 days, visiting 31 countries with 62 guided tours in distinct ports of call and overnights stays in 16 cities....