Marine updated news

Here are some recent updates on marine-related news:

1. Coral Bleaching:

• The Great Barrier Reef in Australia has suffered its worst coral bleaching event on record, with 30% of the reef's coral dying due to rising sea temperatures. (Source: BBC News)
• Coral bleaching has also been reported in the Maldives, with 70% of the country's coral reefs affected. (Source: The Guardian)

2. Plastic Pollution:

• A new study has found that plastic pollution in the world's oceans is worse than previously thought, with an estimated 150 million tons of plastic waste entering the ocean every year. (Source: Science Daily)
• The European Union has announced plans to ban single-use plastics, including straws, cutlery, and cotton buds, in an effort to reduce marine pollution. (Source: The Guardian)

3. Marine Conservation:

• The United States has designated the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument in Hawaii as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognizing its importance as a protected area for marine life. (Source: National Geographic)
• The Australian government has announced plans to establish a new marine park in the Great Barrier Reef, which will protect 100,000 square kilometers of coral reef and marine habitat. (Source: ABC News)

4. Climate Change:

• A new study has found that climate change is causing ocean temperatures to rise at a rate of 0.7°C per decade, which is faster than previously thought. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has warned that the world has just 12 years to take action to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, or risk catastrophic consequences for the ocean and its ecosystems. (Source: IPCC)

5. Marine Technology:

• A new underwater robot has been developed that can detect and remove plastic waste from the ocean. (Source: The Verge)
• A team of scientists has created a new type of underwater glider that can collect data on ocean currents and temperature changes. (Source: Science Daily)

These are just a few examples of the many marine-related news stories that have been reported recently.