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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Hopes 'extremely rare' fossil will unlock answers about evolution of whales

Palaeontologists are excited about a 21-million-year-old whale fossil found in Victoria, which could provide insights into the evolution of whales.

Feb 26 • 08:33 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Body of Sperm Whale Found on Israel's Coast... Buried There

A rare and endangered sperm whale was recently found dead on Israel's Zikim Beach, highlighting the species' vulnerability and rarity in the area.

Feb 25 • 13:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘The Tyrant of the Sea’ Bigg’s Killer Whale: A Predator of Resident Orcas?

A study suggests that Bigg's killer whales may prey on the resident killer whale population in the North Pacific, prompting new theories about the social structure of resident orcas.

Feb 25 • 09:40 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Cooking in Greenland and the Faroe Islands: We prepared seals, narwhals, and musk ox, whale meat tastes like beef

A Slovak chef shares his experiences cooking unique dishes in remote locations like Greenland and the Faroe Islands, emphasizing the distinct flavors and ingredients from those regions.

Feb 24 • 11:13 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Six stranded whales died in Denmark

Six stranded sperm whales have died after swimming ashore on the Danish island of Fanø.

Feb 23 • 18:05 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Another sperm whale has been found stranded on Fanø

A sixth sperm whale has been found stranded on the Danish island of Fanø, bringing the total number of stranded whales to six.

Feb 21 • 20:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Sperm whales washed up on the Danish coast

Five sperm whales have washed up off the coast of Denmark near Fanø Island, with some dead and others alive.

Feb 21 • 10:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Four sperm whales stranded in Denmark

Four sperm whales have stranded between Skallingen Peninsula and Fanø Island in southern Denmark, raising concerns of more whales becoming stranded as many remain in the area.

Feb 20 • 20:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Saying that I cannot portray an obese person because I am thin is censorship, says Emilio de Mello

Actor Emilio de Mello argues that the idea of not being able to play an obese character due to his thinness is a form of censorship, while discussing his role in the play 'The Whale.'

Feb 19 • 18:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Film Premieres: Amir's Children, Father Mother Sister Brother, Parasite from the Fridge, and Whale Song

The article discusses upcoming film premieres in Czechia.

Feb 19 • 06:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Humpback whale rescued after getting stuck in fishing net on the North Coast of SP; see video

A juvenile humpback whale was rescued after being found trapped in a fishing net in Ubatuba, on the North Coast of São Paulo.

Feb 18 • 20:31 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The skeleton of a humpback whale has been exhibited at the Riga Zoo

The skeleton of a humpback whale, found dead in 2006, has been prepared and exhibited at the Riga Zoo after thorough research and preparation.

Feb 18 • 15:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Watch the video: humpback whale sighted on a beach in Ubatuba, on the North Coast of São Paulo

A juvenile humpback whale was spotted in Ubatuba, Brazil, raising concerns about its health and the need for careful monitoring.

Feb 17 • 20:26 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Anti-whaling campaigner takes aim at Nova Scotia’s Whale Sanctuary Project

A U.S.-based group’s initiative to relocate two killer whales to a seaside refuge in Nova Scotia faces opposition from anti-whaling activist Paul Watson.

Feb 17 • 19:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A common rorqual of nine meters is found dead in the waters of Valencia

A nine-meter common rorqual has been found dead in Valencia, marking the second-largest whale species in the world.

Feb 16 • 17:34 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Search continues for whale entangled off Victorian coast

Rescuers are continuing the search for a juvenile humpback whale entangled in rope off the Victorian coast, last seen near Wilsons Promontory.

Feb 15 • 20:53 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A blue whale was spotted in Chubut for the first time in history

For the first time ever, a blue whale has been sighted and documented within the boundaries of the Patagonia Azul Provincial Park in Chubut, Argentina, marking a significant milestone for marine conservation in the region.

Feb 13 • 22:47 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Two fishermen received two million from Whale

Two former employees were awarded over 2.1 million krónur each in unpaid wages by the court, after the whaling operations they were contracted for were canceled.

Feb 13 • 16:00 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Stranded whale driven to sea

A stranded sperm whale at Blåvandshuk has now been returned to the sea, according to environmental authorities.

Feb 13 • 14:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The return of the sei whale: the giant that returns to Patagonia after a century of absence

The sei whale has made a remarkable return to the waters of Patagonia after nearly a century of absence, marking a significant scientific and tourist milestone.

Feb 13 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Researchers alarmed as declining southern right whale births linked to climate change

A study indicates that declining births among southern right whales are associated with rising sea temperatures and reduced prey availability, prompting urgent conservation measures.

Feb 11 • 23:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Strange theft in Denmark: the jawbone of a beached sperm whale was cut off and stolen

In a bizarre incident in Denmark, a part of the jawbone of a stranded sperm whale was stolen, prompting police investigations.

Feb 11 • 18:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Do You Know the 'Korean Gray Whale'?

The article discusses the near extinction of the Korean Gray Whale, a species with deep historical ties to Korea, and highlights the lack of concern among Koreans about its endangered status despite the strong national sentiment regarding its naming.

Feb 11 • 10:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Anmok in Gangneung Harbor was a Southern Right Whale Dolphin... First Discovery in the East Sea

A dolphin spotted in Gangneung Harbor has been confirmed as the endangered Southern Right Whale Dolphin, marking the first sighting of this species outside of Jeju waters.

Feb 11 • 08:44 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

They help return a stranded calf to the sea that was beached on the beaches of Oaxaca

A stranded humpback whale calf in Oaxaca was successfully returned to the sea with the help of conservation officials and local community members.

Feb 10 • 16:52 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Humpback whale calf stranded on the beach in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico: 'It needs its mother'

A humpback whale calf was stranded on a beach in Oaxaca, Mexico, prompting a coordinated rescue effort.

Feb 9 • 20:15 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Fishers in eastern Nova Scotia have grave concerns about plan for whale sanctuary

Commercial fishers in eastern Nova Scotia are raising concerns about a new whale sanctuary project after the government granted a lease for its construction.

Feb 9 • 19:22 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

A calf is rescued on the coasts of Oaxaca; high tide left it stranded in a Protected Natural Area

A humpback whale calf was rescued and successfully returned to the sea in Oaxaca's Barra de la Cruz-Playa Grande Sanctuary after being stranded due to high tide.

Feb 8 • 18:34 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Where humpback whales jump, blow and play with humans

The article describes a unique whale-watching experience in the Dominican Republic where snorkelers interact closely with humpback whales at Silver Bank.

Feb 7 • 08:37 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Another dead sperm whale has washed ashore

Another dead sperm whale has washed up on the Danish coast near Esbjerg, confirming reports from Natural Resources official Henrik Lykke Sørensen.

Feb 6 • 13:22 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Another dead sperm whale has washed ashore

A dead sperm whale has washed up on the coast near Blåvandshuk lighthouse close to Esbjerg, following a previous stranding earlier in the week.

Feb 6 • 13:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

Autopsy of a sperm whale can provide new knowledge about the world's largest predators

A sperm whale, the largest toothed whale, was recently autopsied after being found dead due to starvation caused by fishnet blockage in its esophagus.

Feb 5 • 14:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

From Blue Whale to Korean Lover... How Online Challenges Become Deadly?

The article discusses the dangers of online games and challenges that can lead to fatal outcomes, highlighting the tragic case of three sisters who committed suicide linked to such pressures.

Feb 4 • 06:39 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
National & Local

First Confirmation of a Humpback Whale Calf Off the Coast of Hachijo Island: Is the Breeding Area Moving North?

A baby humpback whale, estimated to be about a week old, was photographed off the coast of Hachijo Island, marking the first sighting of a newborn humpback whale in this area according to experts.

Feb 4 • 06:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Seadrill, which caused 80 billion losses to Korea Trade Insurance Corporation and Export-Import Bank, earns 110 billion through the Great Whale project

Seadrill, an American drilling company, incurred a substantial loss of approximately 854 billion won to Korean institutions due to unpaid loans, while also gaining significant profits through its participation in the Great Whale oil drilling project.

Feb 3 • 04:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sperm whale found dead on the Costeira Road in Natal

A dead sperm whale was discovered stranded on Costeira Road in Natal on Sunday afternoon, decomposing for several days before its discovery.

Feb 2 • 16:32 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Stranded whale may explode: Keep your distance

A stranded sperm whale in Aalbæk Bay is at risk of exploding due to gas buildup, prompting officials to urge people to stay at a safe distance.

Feb 2 • 13:29 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

Disagreement on whether the police gave orders

The article discusses a legal case involving Elissa Philipps, who is accused of trespassing and failing to comply with police orders during a protest against whale hunting.

Jan 22 • 13:01 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Whale Hunting Protests Before Judgment and Danes Say No Agreement on Greenland

The article discusses ongoing court proceedings against two protestors charged with trespassing and resisting police during a whale hunting demonstration in the Old Harbor, while also covering the Greenland disputes heavily discussed at Davos.

Jan 22 • 11:42 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

"No matter what happens, the whales win"

The main hearing began in Reykjavik District Court for whale hunt protesters Anahita Babaei and Elissa Bijou, who chained themselves to barrels for 33 hours in 2023, expressing their readiness to stand firm in court as they seek global support for their cause.

Jan 22 • 10:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Dragged dead whale far into the sea

The Icelandic Coast Guard responded to a report of a dead sperm whale that had washed ashore near Illdranga in the Ísafjardardjúp fjord, sending a small vessel to assess the situation.

Jan 21 • 15:42 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

I don't want to die somewhere on a ventilator, I will live life to the fullest as long as I can, says Ľubo Šoška from the Pink Whale club

Ľubo Šoška, former athlete and current manager of the Pink Whale cultural center in Bratislava, emphasizes living life fully while reflecting on his impactful career in sports and arts management.

Jan 15 • 10:05 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Breach of Administrative Laws in the Issuance of Whale Hunting License

The parliamentary commissioner concluded that the Ministry of Food's handling of a whale hunting license application in 2024 was not in accordance with the law, when Bjarkey Olsen was the Minister of Food.

Jan 14 • 16:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

In Search of Whale History on the Cantabrian and Atlantic Coasts

Biologist and cetacean expert Àlex Aguilar and photographer Max Aguilar compile a book detailing the remnants and sites of whale hunting in northern Spain.

Jan 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Brandenburg: This man does politics like a sperm whale

The article compares Dietmar Woidke's political style to that of a sperm whale, emphasizing his commanding presence and ability to navigate deep political waters.

Jan 11 • 14:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

For 70 years, it was thought that the bones from Alaska belonged to a mammoth. They are actually whale bones

Bone fragments previously assumed to belong to a woolly mammoth in Alaska have been revealed to originate from a different species altogether.

Jan 11 • 07:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

"Networks".. The Worst Title for an Egyptian Tennis Player and Whale Stranding in New Zealand

An episode of the show 'Networks' discussed a controversial award given to an Egyptian tennis player for poor performance and the stranding of whales in New Zealand, as well as the impact of Cyclone 'Guriti' in Europe.

Jan 9 • 14:04 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

The Indigenous People of Southern Brazil Were Hunting Whales 5,000 Years Ago

Recent archaeological findings indicate that whale hunting in South America began a millennium earlier than previously thought, with evidence pointing to southern Brazilian indigenous communities as early hunters.

Jan 9 • 12:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Kalymnos: A whale appeared in the bay of Argonauts, watch the video

A medium-sized whale was spotted in Kalymnos, captured on video and shared on social media.

Jan 9 • 08:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Scientists puzzle over dead whale on ship's bow

A dead whale found on the bow of a container ship in New Jersey has prompted investigations into the mysterious cause of death of the protected marine mammal.

Jan 7 • 10:02 UTC

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