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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Project of the Flying Whales Airship Factory in Gironde: An Environmental Association Requests a Suspension in Summary

An environmental association has requested the suspension of the Flying Whales airship factory project in Gironde, citing irreversible impacts on sensitive natural environments.

Feb 27 • 14:54 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Autopsies on sperm whales cannot explain cause of death

Autopsies on four stranded sperm whales in Denmark have not revealed the cause of their deaths or how they became stranded.

Feb 26 • 13:12 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Sperm whales autopsied: Cause of death cannot be explained

Several stranded sperm whales on the Danish coast have been autopsied, but the cause of their deaths remains unclear.

Feb 26 • 12:28 UTC
🇦🇺 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
🇰🇷 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
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Today two stranded whales are being removed

Two stranded sperm whales in Skallingen Strand, Denmark, are set to be autopsied and removed as authorities urge the public to maintain distance and follow guidelines.

Feb 24 • 05:22 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
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Three stranded sperm whales will be removed and one will be autopsied

Three sperm whales that stranded near Fanø will be removed due to their proximity to tourist areas, and one will undergo an autopsy for research purposes.

Feb 22 • 19:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Fanø Island: Four stranded sperm whales in Denmark have died

Four stranded sperm whales off the coast of Fanø Island in Denmark have died, marking the third such incident this year.

Feb 22 • 16:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Sperm whales stranded in shallow waters off the coast of Denmark

A total of six young male sperm whales were found stranded near the coast of Denmark, with reports of previously living whales.

Feb 22 • 15:17 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

All stranded whales in Denmark have died

All stranded sperm whales in Denmark have been confirmed dead after being found along the coast of Fanø.

Feb 22 • 11:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

All beached whales on Fanø are now confirmed dead

The last of the stranded sperm whales on Fanø has been confirmed dead, with the rescue operation set to analyze the remains.

Feb 22 • 11:32 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

All six stranded whales on Fanø have now died

All six sperm whales that stranded on Fanø over the weekend have died, and efforts are ongoing to manage the remains.

Feb 22 • 10:59 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
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Whales researcher: There is something perverse about it when sperm whales die in a meter of water

A researcher expresses sadness over the recent stranding and death of sperm whales along the Wadden Sea.

Feb 21 • 19:43 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Giants breathe out on the coast of Fanø: 'It is in a way completely perverse'

Five sperm whales have stranded on the beaches of Fanø, prompting sadness and concern among local observers.

Feb 21 • 19:43 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Stranded Whales Have Had Their Jaws Removed

Three of the five stranded sperm whales found in Denmark are confirmed dead and have had their jaws removed to prevent theft.

Feb 21 • 15:23 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
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Stranded whales may have moved during the night

Reports indicate that stranded whales in Denmark may have been relocated by the tides overnight, with new sightings reported the following morning.

Feb 21 • 09:30 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
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

More sperm whales have stranded in Denmark

Four sperm whales have stranded on Denmark's coast near the North Sea, with one showing signs of life and rescue efforts underway.

Feb 20 • 13:18 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Four sperm whales have stranded near Fanø

Four sperm whales have stranded near Fanø, prompting environmental authorities to advise citizens to stay away from the area for the safety of the animals and the rescue efforts.

Feb 20 • 11:50 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Four sperm whales stranded near Fanø

Four sperm whales have stranded at Fanø, Denmark, prompting authorities to advise citizens to stay away from the area.

Feb 20 • 11:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ulsan Whales-Lotte Giants to Open Futures League on December 20 at Munsoo Baseball Stadium

The Ulsan Whales, a newly formed team, will make their debut in the Futures League against the Lotte Giants on December 20.

Feb 20 • 01:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: whales spotted at Arraial do Cabo beach

Whales were spotted at Figueira Beach in Arraial do Cabo, Brazil, attracting the interest of locals and tourists alike.

Feb 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Whales, the great winter treasure of the coasts of Mazatlán

Mazatlán is not only famous for its festive atmosphere but also as a critical habitat for whales during their reproductive season.

Feb 18 • 00:48 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
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

They Eat Bones and Survive on the Seabed Desert. Research Gradually Reveals Pieces of the Deep-Sea Puzzle

This article explores the unique survival mechanisms of deep-sea organisms, particularly a tiny worm that plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological processes on the ocean floor.

Feb 16 • 10:59 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Potential first sighting of Antarctic type B killer whales near WA's Bremer Bay

A group has reported a potential first sighting of Antarctic type B killer whales in Bremer Canyon, Western Australia, known for its diverse marine wildlife.

Feb 16 • 01:03 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Bitcoin: Whales Buy Again – And Some See the 'End of the Speculative Era'

Bitcoin is witnessing renewed interest from major investors, known as 'whales', who have accumulated approximately 53,000 coins recently, marking the largest buildup since November.

Feb 11 • 07:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ross Edgley got 'goosebumps' saving 30 beached whales while circling Iceland

Endurance swimmer Ross Edgley experienced a profound moment while attempting to circumavigate Iceland, as he participated in the rescue of 30 stranded pilot whales.

Feb 7 • 20:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Whales and gannets in a feast just offshore in Reykjanesbær

The article discusses a feast of whales and gannets occurring just off the coast of Reykjanesbær, Iceland.

Feb 7 • 19:13 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Here dogs have to turn into whales, otherwise they drown': water invades homes after heavy rain in Greater Belém

Intense rainfall in Greater Belém has caused widespread flooding, leading to videos showing inundated homes and animals affected by the rising water levels.

Feb 4 • 21:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Whales in Extinction

The article discusses the forgotten aspects of our lives that we often overlook, symbolized by items stored away in drawers, drawing a parallel to the plight of endangered whales.

Feb 3 • 09:05 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
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

South Africa: Hiking on the Path of the Whales

A South African shares his unique experience of encountering marine life while hiking along a tidal pool.

Jan 15 • 13:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The ideal moment for corduroy? Summer, of course (or someone save the whales)

The article explores the unexpected role of corduroy in summer fashion through the story of Miles Rohan and his quirky endeavors in creating a community around it.

Jan 14 • 23:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

New discovery: 70-year-old mammoth bones actually belong to whales

Recent research reveals that fossil vertebrae believed to belong to woolly mammoths for decades actually originated from an entirely different animal, whales.

Jan 11 • 07:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The 'whales' betting more than 30,000 euros on the arrest (or not) of Zapatero: this is how the multimillion-dollar Polymarket operates

In a unique betting market called Polymarket, users stake significant amounts on the prediction of José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero's potential arrest before March 31, 2026, with odds currently suggesting an 11% chance of it happening.

Jan 10 • 21:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Pilot whales washed up dead on a remote beach in New Zealand, watch the video

Volunteers are racing against time to save and return 15 pilot whales still alive, scattered along Farewell Spit.

Jan 9 • 14:31 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
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Where is the mistake?.. The stranding of whales on the shores of New Zealand stirs controversy

The stranding of a group of whales on New Zealand's shores has sparked debate on social media regarding its true causes, raising questions about human activity's impact on these marine creatures.

Jan 9 • 13:15 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
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

VIDEO Volunteers in New Zealand Try to Save 15 Stranded Whales

In New Zealand, volunteers are racing against time to save 15 surviving whales after a mass stranding of 55 whales on the South Island's Farewell Spit, where six whales have already died.

Jan 9 • 07:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Dangerous virus discovered for the first time in Arctic waters, could be deadly for whales

Scientists have discovered a virus that causes diseases in humpback whales in Arctic waters for the first time, utilizing drones to collect breath samples in northern Norway.

Jan 7 • 20:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

15 calves have been added. It is more than last year, but black whales are still threatened with extinction

The population of black whales has seen an increase in calves this season, yet scientists warn that the species remains threatened with extinction.

Jan 6 • 08:47 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
National & Local

Whales Are in Danger in N.Y. Waterways: ‘Like Deer Crossing the Road’

The article discusses the threats faced by whales in New York waterways, comparing their peril to that of deer crossing roads.

Jan 3 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Among Whales, Blood, and Cold

The article explores various literary elements related to whales, including books, comics, and a series, as well as reflections on the author's personal experiences with these creatures.

Jan 3 • 04:30 UTC

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