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Libya says 17 migrants perish at sea, nine missing feared dead

Libya is a transit route for migrants, many from sub-Saharan Africa, fleeing to Europe in the hopes of escaping conflict and poverty.

Migrants aboard an overcrowded boat react as they are approached by the crew of the migrant search and rescue ship Sea-Watch 5, operated by the German NGO Sea-Watch, during a rescue operation in the Search and Rescue (SAR) zone in the central Mediterranean, off Libya, August 11, 2025.
Pacific giant octopus.

Colossal octopus may have dominated Cretaceous oceans, researchers say

Oarfish, also called 'Doomsday fish'.

Twin giant 'Doomsday fish' found along a Mexican beach, startling tourists

King tides to return to the Bay Area, possibly exposing ocean treasures

King tides to return to the Bay Area, possibly exposing ocean treasures


Deadly sea urchin epidemic spreads, causes major threat to coral reefs

Tel Aviv University experts warn:  A deadly epidemic among sea urchins in the Red Sea has spread to the Indian Ocean, posing a major threat to coral reefs around the world.

 The sea urchin Diadema setosum before (left) and after (right) mortality. The white skeleton is exposed following tissue disintegration and loss of spines.

Size less in 60 seconds: A look at the JACK KUBA swimwear collection

JACK KUBA launches women's swimwear collection for summer 2024 with advanced seamless stretch technology - with innovations: show less size and dry quickly.

 jack kuba sculpting models in black and white. The price: NIS 1,147

The US, Iran, and Russia cooperate in a joint naval exercise in India

The three countries, known for their strained relationships, were able to put aside their differences to work together effectively at a joint drill hosted by India.

 Warships attend a joint naval exercise of the Iranian, Chinese and Russian navies in the northern Indian Ocean January 19, 2022

SPNI's SeaWatch app sees double the downloads in 2023

The SeaWatch application was launched seven years ago due to challenges enforcing violations in the sea and nature reserves. Last year, the team updated the app empowering a more effective response. 

A hazard immediately removed by the Nature and Parks Authority

Historic Jewish communities, roots travel, palaces and beach resorts in western Latvia

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 72. This episode was recorded prior to the events of October 7, 2023.

 Jurmula, a short drive or train ride from Riga

Israel-affiliated merchant vessel hit by Iranian drone off India

The incident follows drone and missile attacks in the Red Sea by Iran-backed Houthis on commercial shipping.

 The Galaxy Leader cargo ship is escorted by Houthi boats in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023.

Environmental arguments against Israel-Hamas warfare - opinion

This severe environmental damage, several orders of magnitude greater than the alleged damage in Gaza, has not yet been condemned by UN institutions.

 ISRAELI SOLDIERS walk through what the IDF said was an iron-girded tunnel designed by Hamas to disgorge carloads of Palestinian fighters for a surprise storming of the border, in the northern Gaza Strip.

Shocking moment: Sea Lion brutally tears apart shark in lightning strike

A tourist captures the jaw-dropping scene as a sea lion dominates a shark in a three-minute battle. Watch the viral video with over 5 million views.

 sea lion

Mediterranean sea fish strengthened amidst Gaza War

The fall 2023 fish survey, postponed due to the war, revealed a surge in fish quantities, including rare species like red spiny, signaling improved conditions in the Mediterranean Sea.

 The initial findings seen by the reviewers are very encouraging. Brown sea tongs

IDF captures Hamas terror port in Gaza

Hamas used the harbor as a training facility for their naval commando forces and to launch infiltrations into Israel.

 IDF soldiers take control of the Hamas-controlled harbor in Gaza, November 16, 2023